Dr. Know reunited in 1998 with Hernandez and Cruz, Toucher wanted no part of "angry 19 year old kid stuff." The band has released several new songs on comps, and albums, like 2000's Father , Son, and Holy Shit, and the new record, 2009's Killing for God, on Unrest Records.
Dr. Know with Ismael Hernandez and Brandon Cruz broke up in May 2010. Brandon has a new band called MDCN+MN (Medicine Man)
Founding member Kyle Toucher reunited the Wreckage In Flesh-era lineup in 2010. The lineup consists of Toucher on guitar and vocals, Tim Harkins on guitar, Mike Purdy on bass, and Mike Vega on drums. They have been playing shows across California and the western United States, and a nationwide tour is said to be in the works.
2.) Dr. Know is also the alias of Gary Miller, guitarist of the Rastafarian group Bad Brains.
3.) While to date only three releases have been made under this name, Dr. Know is also an alias of drum & bass producer Tom Withers, who is better known as Klute.
Master of Puppets
Dr. Know Lyrics
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Makin Greene like Mitch
Gives rap vocals dispatch
With every attempt
To have this game shook up
When Dre cook up, every thug look up
Chronic got me on tilt, eyes bloodshot
Heavy built
I rock for rollers
From lowriders to Henny toasters
Cut off dead weight to
Keep my formulas kosher
Accept no imitations Dre losin his stack
Is slim as chances
Of Michael Jackson gettin his black fans back
My reputation's like a Tec-9
Knock out the best in a circle
Three minutes wreck time
See the hand is faster than
The eye can chase it dre, B-Real
Soul Assassins got potential
Buttons activated
No illusion I have you caught
Up in the rapture
Executive decisions from the
Motherfucking puppet masters
You are the puppet, I pull your string
I'm makin moves
I'm the master, causing you to do what you do
Puppet masters
We're pullin strings, killin kings
Countin all pinky rings
Seizin control of the whole game
I took a pull from the blunt, inhaled it
Blew the smoke from my lungs
Into the world of hip-hop
Civilians turn into soldiers by the millions
Assassins, we multiply, by the masses
Masters of the game
(checkmate nigga) every move you make
Through manipulation is the move I
Choose for you to take
You see, what I want you to see
And you turn into whatever I want you to be
Whatever it be, enemy or ally
The Aftermath results in Soul Assassins
Worldwide
From coast to coast, I got soldiers on post
Injectin you, with the high funk overdose
Dre and the Hill, stayin Real
All you non-believin ass niggas
Get your cap peeled
Executive order make your time shorter
Get your recorder, play it back
Puff your chronic sack
Your mind body and soul have been captured
And taken captive
By the motherfuckin puppet masters
The Soul Assassin button has
Now been activated dr dre and B-Real are
Providin the verbal abuse
Any unauthorized duplication without
The consent of my nigga Muggs
May be fatal that's right
This is comin to you directly
From the Hill y'all all rights reserved
The lyrics of Dr. Know's song "Master of Puppets" express the idea that the artist is in control and manipulating the rap game to his advantage. He compares himself to a master puppeteer, pulling the strings and making his opponents do what he wants. The references to smoking a blunt and being under the influence of "Chronic" suggest that he is in a heightened state of creativity and power.
Dr. Know describes his reputation as being like a powerful weapon, a Tec-9, able to knock out any competitors in a three-minute rap battle. He mentions his association with Dre and B-Real, emphasizing their collective potential as the Soul Assassins. The term "puppet masters" in the chorus refers to their ability to control and manipulate the industry, making executive decisions that affect the careers and success of other artists.
The second verse continues with the theme of manipulation and control. Dr. Know talks about turning civilians into soldiers, using hip-hop as a tool to influence and mobilize millions of people. He refers to them as "assassins," indicating their ability to multiply and take control of the entire game. The Aftermath, Dre's record label, is presented as the ultimate result of this manipulation and control.
Overall, the lyrics of "Master of Puppets" convey a sense of power, dominance, and control. Dr. Know portrays himself as a master manipulator, capable of directing the rap game to his advantage and achieving success by controlling the actions and perceptions of others.
Line by Line Meaning
I spark like a blunt's tip, somethin cavi
I shine brightly like the tip of a lit blunt, something luxurious
Makin Greene like Mitch
I'm making money and success like Mitch Green, a famous boxer
Gives rap vocals dispatch
I deliver rap vocals with efficiency and speed
With every attempt
With each and every effort
To have this game shook up
To disrupt and revolutionize this industry
When Dre cook up, every thug look up
When Dr. Dre produces music, every gangster pays attention
Chronic got me on tilt, eyes bloodshot
Marijuana got me feeling disoriented, with red and bloodshot eyes
Heavy built
Physically strong and robust
Lay a nigga out like quilt, clear to gill
Knock someone out completely, from head to toe
I rock for rollers
I perform for those who ride lowriders
From lowriders to Henny toasters
From people who ride lowriders to those who drink Henny (Hennessy) in celebration
Cut off dead weight to
Eliminate unnecessary burdens
Keep my formulas kosher
Maintain my methods and strategies as legitimate
Accept no imitations Dre losin his stack
Dr. Dre doesn't settle for fake versions and avoids losing his wealth
Is slim as chances
The likelihood is very low
Of Michael Jackson gettin his black fans back
It's highly unlikely for Michael Jackson to regain the support of his black fans
My reputation's like a Tec-9
My reputation is dangerous and powerful like a Tec-9 gun
Knock out the best in a circle
Defeat the top competitors in a close group
Three minutes wreck time
In just three minutes, I dominate and destroy
See the hand is faster than
Notice that actions are quicker than
The eye can chase it dre, B-Real
Dr. Dre and B-Real act swiftly, leaving others struggling to keep up
Soul Assassins got potential
The Soul Assassins group has great talent and promise
Buttons activated
Initiating plans or actions
No illusion I have you caught
There's no trickery, I have you completely captured
Up in the rapture
Immersed in a state of great pleasure or excitement
Executive decisions from the
Important choices made by those in power
Motherfucking puppet masters
Those who control and manipulate others
You are the puppet, I pull your string
You are under my control and I manipulate your actions
I'm makin moves
I'm taking actions and making progress
I'm the master, causing you to do what you do
I am the one in control, influencing and directing your actions
We're pullin strings, killin kings
We are manipulating and overthrowing powerful figures
Countin all pinky rings
Taking account of all the valuable possessions
Seizin control of the whole game
Gaining dominance over the entire industry
I took a pull from the blunt, inhaled it
I smoked from the marijuana joint, breathed it in
Blew the smoke from my lungs
Exhaled the smoke that was in my lungs
Into the world of hip-hop
Introducing my presence and influence into the hip-hop scene
Civilians turn into soldiers by the millions
Ordinary people transform into loyal followers by the millions
Assassins, we multiply, by the masses
We, as assassins, increase our numbers rapidly and in great numbers
Masters of the game
We are the ultimate authorities and controllers of the industry
(checkmate nigga) every move you make
I have complete control over your actions, like in a game of chess
Through manipulation is the move I
I use manipulation as my strategy
Choose for you to take
Decide for you which path to follow
You see, what I want you to see
I control your perspective, allowing you to see only what I desire
And you turn into whatever I want you to be
I mold your identity and persona to fit my agenda
Whatever it be, enemy or ally
Whether I want you as an enemy or a friend
The Aftermath results in Soul Assassins
The consequences of my actions lead to the rise of the Soul Assassins group
Worldwide
Globally, across the world
From coast to coast, I got soldiers on post
From one side of the country to the other, I have my loyal followers stationed
Injectin you, with the high funk overdose
Infusing you with an overwhelming dose of funky music and energy
Dre and the Hill, stayin Real
Dr. Dre and Cypress Hill staying true to themselves and their authenticity
All you non-believin ass niggas
Those who doubt and don't believe in us
Get your cap peeled
Experience the consequences and face the truth
Executive order make your time shorter
An authoritative decision that limits your time or influence
Get your recorder, play it back
Retrieve your recording device and listen to it again
Puff your chronic sack
Smoke your marijuana joint
Your mind body and soul have been captured
Your entire being has been taken control of and influenced
And taken captive
Kept as a prisoner or under strict control
By the motherfuckin puppet masters
Controlled by those who manipulate and direct others
The Soul Assassin button has
The Soul Assassins' power and influence has been activated
Now been activated dr dre and B-Real are
The power of Dr. Dre and B-Real is now fully operational
Providin the verbal abuse
Delivering harsh and powerful words
Any unauthorized duplication without
Copying or replicating without proper permission
The consent of my nigga Muggs
Without the agreement of my friend Muggs
May be fatal that's right
Could result in serious consequences, even death
This is comin to you directly
I'm conveying this message to you without any intermediaries
From the Hill y'all all rights reserved
From Cypress Hill, all rights are protected and owned
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Fintage House Publishing
Written by: KIM BENDIX PETERSEN
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