He recalls sitting alongside Swizz Beatz and Maino while recording as one of his most memorable times. Mr. Cooper is still in awe of being able to play the grand piano at the legendary Hit Factory Studios, which is now home to the Gibson Guitar Showroom, and to have played many of the guitars kept in their vault.
With Lyrical Skill and Finesse that are reminiscent of his idols such as The Notorious BIG, Tupac Shakur, and Big L, and musical talent built from studying the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Michael Jackson, and Bob Marley.
The two things that Dillon strives to do is stay RAD(Ridiculous and Driven) and Go TOO INFINITY AND BEYOND.
So Far So Good.
Knuckle Up
Dillon Cooper Lyrics
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Spittin' straight frat, if you at, take you higher
Mama, sire is me, make way for the new ride and see
Buckin'? leave ya run yo kin back, you know what I'm sayn?
May never silly, elevated goose, you rim sayn
Fleeing supreme so you know what I leak-a
Spiritual bond, aight, yeah you know I'm supposed to
Feel the steam rollin' self propelled like locomotion
I suspect the bullies had to run up on your?
Know a couple locco's, you be essays to be post to
Don't give em incense, there's carabedes on the vocal
Set! Brooklyn shit from Crown Heights to Black Woods
Quick set, we'll take your iPhone and yo macbook
What you expect, homie? Beef or be?
Still with all that comma, boy, you see that slut run out
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So knuckle up if you think you can't handle
If not, then let me do my thing (let me do my thing)
So knuckle up if you think you can't handle
If not, then let me do my thing
So knuckle up if you think you can't handle
If not, then let me do my thing (you think I give a fuck?!)
So knuckle up if you think you can't handle
If not, then let me do my thing
(2)
Yo, I said my dawgs don't need to bark, we communicate with telepathy
Smell a rat in the pack, set the trap off on identity
And know the telepathy, my mentality I will neva give
I like fixin' smoke weed, but grew up doin' pirouettes
I knock it proper, cuz I love the pussy, keep it gushy
Now I need to go get milk and cookies
Gimmy Gindoe, wanna be my queen tho
I can't label cuz I think that ass'll od, yo
Zabba zow lemme wammer with the loud
Always cut my bundles on the block with my doubts
What is wrong, what is raw? Shout out my brothers
Jay and Bibi, cuz we goin' raw
Ya feel me? Check it out, uh!
A type of of typin' like Tyson
Just motivatin', I'm bittin' a piece
Of the eat, y'all can neva defeat
King Gubai and lion in the jungle of concrete
Dark Knights, Gotham City, know where to find me, nigga
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So knuckle up if you think you can't handle
If not, then let me do my thing (let me do my thing)
So knuckle up if you think you can't handle
If not, then let me do my thing
So knuckle up if you think you can't handle
If not, then let me do my thing (you think I give a fuck?!)
So knuckle up if you think you can't handle
If not, then let me do my thing
The lyrics to Dillon Cooper's song "Knuckle Up" reflect a confrontational and aggressive tone, encouraging listeners to take action or let the artist "do his thing." The use of slang and wordplay add to the bravado of the lyrics. The opening line "Check, we supply to when's fire" could be interpreted as a challenge or boast about the artist's ability to elevate the listener. The line "Buckin'? leave ya run yo kin back, you know what I'm sayn?" may suggest a willingness to leave weaker individuals behind and embrace a more competitive, survival-of-the-fittest mentality. The artist also references his Brooklyn upbringing and the tough neighborhood he grew up in, with lines like "From the county of kings or from where the people sellin' shit" and "Quick set, we'll take your iPhone and yo macbook."
The repeated refrain "So knuckle up if you think you can't handle / If not, then let me do my thing" reinforces the idea that the artist is not one to back down from a fight and is ready to take on any challenge. However, the line "My dawgs don't need to bark, we communicate with telepathy" could suggest a desire for unity and communication rather than violence. Additionally, the line "I like fixin' smoke weed, but grew up doin' pirouettes" adds a touch of humor and unexpectedness to the song, as it reveals a softer side to the artist's personality.
Line by Line Meaning
Check, we supply to when's fire
We bring the heat and energy to any situation
Spittin' straight frat, if you at, take you higher
Our rhymes are top-notch and can elevate you to a higher level
Mama, sire is me, make way for the new ride and see
I am a powerful force to be reckoned with and am paving the way for something new
Buckin'? leave ya run yo kin back, you know what I'm sayn?
I won't hesitate to leave anyone behind if they can't keep up
May never silly, elevated goose, you rim sayn
Our rhymes are serious and profound, and they can lift you up
Fleeing supreme so you know what I leak-a
I am at the top of my game and nothing can stop me
Spiritual bond, aight, yeah you know I'm supposed to
I have a deep connection to something greater and it guides me
Feel the steam rollin' self propelled like locomotion
I am unstoppable and driven, like a powerful train
From the county of kings or from where the people sellin' shit
I am from a place of power and strength, or from a place where people are hustling to make a living
I suspect the bullies had to run up on your?
I suspect that someone tried to bully you, but they ended up regretting it
Know a couple locco's, you be essays to be post to
I know some crazy people who are meant to be feared
Don't give em incense, there's carabedes on the vocal
Don't give them an opportunity to attack, as there are dangers lurking in the words we speak
Set! Brooklyn shit from Crown Heights to Black Woods
We represent Brooklyn, from the heights to the woods
Quick set, we'll take your iPhone and yo macbook
We are quick to take what we want, even if it's your expensive electronics
What you expect, homie? Beef or be?
What are you expecting from me? Conflict or collaboration?
Still with all that comma, boy, you see that slut run out
Even with all your talk, you couldn't keep that woman by your side
Yo, I said my dawgs don't need to bark, we communicate with telepathy
We don't need to make noise or create a fuss; we understand each other without even speaking
Smell a rat in the pack, set the trap off on identity
I can sense when something is wrong and I take action to prevent it
And know the telepathy, my mentality I will neva give
I will always maintain my mentality and stay true to myself, using our intuitive connection to guide me
I like fixin' smoke weed, but grew up doin' pirouettes
I enjoy smoking weed but I also have a graceful and artistic side
I knock it proper, cuz I love the pussy, keep it gushy
I know how to please a woman because I love sex and am good at it
Now I need to go get milk and cookies
I need to take care of the basic necessities in life, even though I am a tough rapper
Gimmy Gindoe, wanna be my queen tho
I am looking for a woman to be my queen
I can't label cuz I think that ass'll od, yo
I can't categorize someone just based on their appearance, because I might be surprised by who they really are
Zabba zow lemme wammer with the loud
Let me make some noise and show off my skills
Always cut my bundles on the block with my doubts
I always have some doubts, but I work through them while hustling on the street
What is wrong, what is raw? Shout out my brothers
What is unacceptable, what is authentic? Shout out to my fellow rappers
Jay and Bibi, cuz we goin' raw
Shout out to Jay and Bibi, as we are going all out with our rhymes
A type of of typin' like Tyson
My style of rapping is aggressive and intense, like Mike Tyson's fighting style
Just motivatin', I'm bittin' a piece
I am inspiring and motivating others, biting off a small piece of the challenges in life
Of the eat, y'all can neva defeat
I am a formidable force and cannot be defeated
King Gubai and lion in the jungle of concrete
I am like a king and a lion in the harsh, urban environment
Dark Knights, Gotham City, know where to find me, nigga
Like Batman and his allies, I roam the streets of Brooklyn and everyone knows where to find me
So knuckle up if you think you can't handle
Be prepared to fight if you can't handle the intensity and power of our rhymes
If not, then let me do my thing (let me do my thing)
If you can't keep up, then step back and let me take over with my rapping skills
So knuckle up if you think you can't handle
Be prepared to fight if you can't handle the intensity and power of our rhymes
If not, then let me do my thing
If you aren't up for the challenge, then let me continue with my powerful rhymes
So knuckle up if you think you can't handle
Be prepared to fight if you can't handle the intensity and power of our rhymes
If not, then let me do my thing (you think I give a fuck?!)
If you can't keep up, then step back and let me do my thing, even if you think I don't care
So knuckle up if you think you can't handle
Be prepared to fight if you can't handle the intensity and power of our rhymes
If not, then let me do my thing
If you aren't up for the challenge, then let me continue with my powerful rhymes
Contributed by Matthew O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Check
We supply to inspire
Spittin' straight crack, sip the yak, take you higher
My messiah is me, make way for the new god MC
Brooklyn Prince, soon to be reigning king
Facts, you know what I'm saying?
Magnificently elevated Coop-Supreme
Sayin', flee in supreme
So You know what I mean
Spiritual bombs like, lemme mix the potion
Keep the steam rollin' self propelled like locomotion
From the county of Kings, 718/347 shit
Disrespect our bullies that'll run up on ya relatives
Know a couple locos, UPS these dudes is postal
Don't give 'em incentive, guaranteed we gonna pull through
That's that Brooklyn shit, from Crown Heights to Flatbush
Quick snatch ya chick, ya iPhone, and ya Macbook
What you expect homie? We from NY
So chill wit' all that talk before you see them slugs fly
Guy...
[Hook]
So knuckle up if you think you can hang
And if not then let me do my thing...
So knuckle up if you think you can hang
And if not then let me do my thing...
So knuckle up if you think you can hang
And if not then let me do my thing...
So knuckle up if you think you can hang
And if not then let me do my thing...
[Verse 2]
Yo, I said my dogs don't need to bark, we communicate with telepathy
Smell a rat in the pack, set the trap and off em' like Kennedy
Ain't no discrepancy, my mentality y'all will never get
I like chicks who smoke weed, but grew up doing pirouettes
I got a problem 'cause I love the pussy, keep it gushy
Now I'm eating all the milk and cookies
Give me king dome, wanna be my queen yo
I can't blame her 'cause I gave that ass the whole D yo nigga Zagga-Zow, let me lime and hit the loud
Always cop my fronto from my block without a doubt
Shit is strong, word is bond
Shoutout my brothers A and BB 'cause we going long
Ya feel me? Check it out uh...
A tyrant titan like Tyson
Just motivate and I'm biting
A beast from the east y'all could never defeat
King Cooper, Iron Lion in the jungle of concrete
Dark knight, Gotham City, know where to find me
Nigga What..
[Hook]
So knuckle up if you think you can hang
And if not then let me do my thing...
So knuckle up if you think you can hang
And if not then let me do my thing...
So knuckle up if you think you can hang
And if not then let me do my thing...
So knuckle up if you think you can hang
And if not then let me do my thing...
@crios1329
The true Hip Hop, respect from Italy man
@NehemYah810
Almost a decade later and this song/video holds up 🔥💯💯
@joshuashaw8493
Anyone listening in 2023 🍃🌬️
@JaeTheDev
2024 and still a banger
@mariodjukic1090
2022 still fuckn underground. So sad he never got what he deserved. this shit fire
@Oldsul
I can't believe this was 2 years ago already.
I fuck with coop heavy (always have) this dropped my last year of school.
feels like a long time ago to me.
@fordtahere826
2021 and still the man
@JackoReaper
Dillon Cooper has great flows. I also like his retro rapping feel to his music.
@sinine_thaikku9621
Respect from finland🔥
@honda56221
This shit is fire! Keep up your songs. Dont stop what your doing! You keeping rap alive!