Over the course of his career, Mo Bee has worked almost exclusively with New York artists within the genre of Hip-Hop. Aside from his former close ties with Big Daddy Kane and The Notorious B.I.G., Easy has also worked with NY rappers Afu Ra (on Life Force Radio), Mos Def (on The New Danger) and Blaq Poet of Screwball (on his solo album, Rewind <<< Deja Screw); the last project came through DJ Premier, also a former Biggie affiliate.
Easy Mo Bee has also had loose ties with members of the Wu-Tang Clan since their pre-group days, having produced RZA's first-ever single "Ooh, We Love You Rakeem" under the name Prince Rakeem; roughly half of GZA's debut album Words From the Genius under the moniker The Genius, and a collaboration between Biggie and Method Man on Big's debut album. He has also been tapped to produce on the upcoming Wu-Tang group album, 8 Diagrams. He has also worked with West-Coast rapper, Tupac Shakur producing the song Temptations. In recent years, Easy has also worked with non hip-hop artists such as Alicia Keys, for whom he produced a cover of Gladys Knight & the Pips' 1971 hit "If I Were Your Woman".
Now or Never
Easy Mo Bee Lyrics
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Brother to brother, put the Y2K on ya, check it
It's now or never, whatever, to stake my claim
Shake my pain, dodgin all these fakes in the game
Hate is to blame, bakin those with cake in the dame
Easy Mo the same, no competition, out the frame
This is more gold and platinum than them chains n thangs
That bitch roll of you smackin 'em was just insane (sucker ass)
You got snitch niggaz that run back, and crush your name
You hustle a lot, just like a rat, from the parkin lot
Bust a shot - you kickin raps? Naw stop
What you don't want me to gave I already got
Property acres the lab the Ac' plus the queen spot
Once you see me drop this 100, miles and running
Blow me out the spot, not, but quite cunning
You're dumb and, young and restless, I'm makin you wait
I was givin you time to get the last one straight
Most of ya over, while I celebrate, like Sammy Sosa
Toast with Griff the Nation, soul survivor 'til it's over
I'm Hot like 97, the year's ninety-nine
Return like Makaveli but still hard to find
It's a conquest, so hard, but yet they still try
to defeat this black brother comin out of Bed-Stuy
I rebuke you like a devil, my head to the sky
That's cute, but not forever, don't ask why
[Chorus - repeat 2X]
It's now or never - if you down, whatever
If not, stash your frown, pass ground forever
Mo Bee pound for pound, the sound is better
Mo beats in class clowns, no time for ghetto
It's now or never
[machine]
Hello, hello?
"It's Mo Bee Easy, right now I'm out trickin big dirty."
"Mo Bee, this is Lil' Shawn - give me a call."
Pick up the phone.
"Peace Easy Mo, this Half-A-Mil."
"Yo Mo Bee mayn!" -> Tupac
"Easy Mo Bee, this is Busta Rhymes with the Z's."
Caller, at the tone, please say your name.
"What's the deal Mo is Mack"
What's your latest hit brother?
"Easy Mo Bee, how you doin? This is Mr. Frank Edwards callin."
"Whattup nigga, this is L.G."
Will you accept charges? Please say yes
"Hey Mo, what's goin on, this Mark."
"Mo Bee whattup man? Yo this is Paul - Large Professor word up."
"Tryin to catch you before you leave the crib; I know this is
probably your family day or day you gon' spend with your daughter.
But I'm tryin to catch you before that day gets started Mo,
that's why I'm hittin you this early. Umm, hold on one second.
Say 'Peace, Mo Easy.'" - "Peace, peace!" - "Mo Bee" - "Mo Bee!"
"Yeah that's T'Zion, that's my little son, word up Mo."
The calling party has disconnected.
"Yo Mo this Biggie. Yo umm, Puff told me he wanted me to come
check you today and find out the beef.."
"Yo Mo this Biggie baby, umm. I wanted to know if you was
goin to the studio tonight with 'Pac, why'knahmsayin cause I'm
supposed to do the track with him; so if you was goin I was
wonderin if you could pick me up, from the crib. I should
be in the house like around 7:30, just call me I'm waitin
for your phone call, if you goin or not. Chill."
"Mo Bee, rise and shine!"
The lyrics of Easy Mo Bee's song "Now or Never" is a call to action that is urging the listener to take advantage of the present moment and seize the opportunity to stake their claim in the game. The first verse of the song is a declaration of intent from the artist that he is ready to take on all comers and make a mark in the industry. He speaks about his struggles to avoid the unscrupulous individuals who are only interested in bringing him down and the hate that permeates the industry.
The chorus of the song "It's now or never" reinforces the idea that this moment is the critical moment for the artist to make a name in the game, and if you are with him, great, if not, don't let the door hit you on the way out. The song includes a sound clip of several phone calls from several personalities in the industry, checking on the artist, giving him support and love.
The song's lyrics are straightforward and focused, about an artist's desire to succeed in the industry, and the need to seize opportunities when they present themselves. The chorus is catchy and reinforces the song's theme of seizing the moment, while the verses are full of self-confidence and assertiveness.
Line by Line Meaning
It's now or never, whatever, to stake my claim
It's the time to take action and claim what's mine, no matter what comes in the way.
Shake my pain, dodgin all these fakes in the game
I am pushing my limits, avoiding all negativity and the fake people in the game.
Hate is to blame, bakin those with cake in the dame
Jealousy is the cause of hate, but I am unfazed by it and working hard to achieve my goals.
Easy Mo the same, no competition, out the frame
I am unstoppable, constantly striving for excellence, and outclassing my competition.
This is more gold and platinum than them chains n thangs
Success isn't just about material things; it's about the accomplishments that are worth more than gold and platinum.
L.G. and Mo is attackin 'em, the game's in vain
Together, L.G. and Mo are a force to be reckoned with, and they understand that the game is pointless without hard work and persistence.
You got snitch niggaz that run back, and crush your name
There are people who may try to destroy your reputation by spreading lies and false information.
Bust a shot - you kickin raps? Naw stop
Those who don't take their craft seriously will be left behind while the ones who do make progress.
I rebuke you like a devil, my head to the sky
I reject negativity and evil and focus on reaching my goals, with my eyes on the prize.
Mo Bee pound for pound, the sound is better
Easy Mo Bee's musical work is top-notch, and he is unmatched in talent and artistic vision.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: E DRAKE, D FISHER, OSTEN HARVEY, OSTEN S HARVEY, PATRICK O HARVEY, R HIGGINBOTHAM
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Johnson Ortiz
BOMBA!
Hip Hop Gold Mine
Still in here! Mo Bee the legend
Joe F
From greg nices mouth him and 2pac talked about working together again 2 weeks before his death. I really think he made this track for pac it has his vibes all over it.
Kendrick Jones
Grimey!!! Easy Moe Bee is just TOO GOTDAMN underrated!
Free Thought
As a rapper he is underrated.
TofuVisionStudios
Okay
Nono L1tégralité en prime
En regardant une émission Française (Radio Vynile épisode 01) avec pour invité le grand Bluesman Archie Shepp je viens de découvrir et cela 19 years après le sample original qui est de la grande Billie Holiday "good morning,heartache" 😊😊😊 mais quel Saveurrr nous a concocté Mr Eazy Mo Bee Y.E.A.H.H.H.
Frankie Gambino
easy mo like a don son!
mykennj007
DOPE
N’artflave
Mo's rappin'?