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[Keith Murray] - Yeeeah yeah
[Erick Sermon] - Yeah yeah, word up, uh
[Murray] - Erick Sermon and Keith Murray
[Sermon] - Representing that..
[Murray] - Kickin' it to the beat
[Sermon] - New York, word up
[Murray] - E! E! E!
[Erick Sermon, Verse 1]
Respect my views on this day and era
Keep your eyes upon me, and not the sparrow of berettas
I'm fly, than any bird of this earth
For what it be, my style is butter like Worth
I freak the beat like I'm lost in the twilight
a zone with no phone, looking over parasites
I pack the house like Woodstock when I rock
A three day event of me dropping the illest shit
From here to New Jerz, back to Brooklyn and Queens
The Uptown to Bronx River, I still deliver
The off the wall for y'all
Rearranged cameo-type strange pumping through your veins
What your mommy do, if you're not ready to die like Biggie
I'ma keep jamming like Ziggy
I got the arrows wiped down like Funkmaster Flex
Sway and Tech, and Premier, and we in here

[hook]
It's on like that! And everybody's welcome!
You are welcome
[x4]

[Verse 2]
Now, it's on like that once again, it's getting hot
Now it's time to blow up the spot
For my niggaz out there on the block getting money
Playas whose hustling, doing their thing
But me, I've lounged without the stone
Do it for my peeps, take it to the streets
All day, everyday, I sets the mood
Pile a bell of "Aye", with new attitudes
I change not for the words, but for the better
And be a trend-setter, and bring the best ever
Yeah, teach me for the president
So I can bring the vibes through your residence Double!
The ghetto blast, the green eyed rapper slash producer
And O.J. with the juice, uh!
Y'all know me, it's the E-R-I-C-K
So enjoy the day, and peace to Marvin Gaye

[hook]

[Verse 3]
Let's groove back and forth like Aaliyah
If you don't got the vibe, then I wouldn't want to be ya
I threw it like a rap attack from New York to Hackensack
Kiss myself and jump back, surprise like a Crackerjack
The eye can bring the smiles without Chanice
And make enemies call truce, or even peace
(?)Funk Lord(?) fights back
again without the Force or blue sky Chewbacca, R2D2 and the crew
The miracle worker, God praise him, praise him!
All of them ready for the funk, you feel like you want like (blaaah!)
Whatever you requested, and you suggested
that I bring the pain like Method
It's nothing nice, cause I'm down for whatever
Me and my beretta, me and my beretta
Goddammit, don't leave your dog stranded
Who? Yeah, the Green Eyed Bandit





[hook repeats until the end]

Overall Meaning

The song Welcome by Erick Sermon featuring Keith Murray is essentially an ode to New York and the hip hop culture that originates from the city. The song speaks to the talent and skill of the artists, describing their rhymes as "butter" and their ability to captivate and entertain audiences as a three-day event. Sermon sets forth a declaration that they are here to stay and will continue to produce music and lyrics that set them apart. The song also touches on the topic of violence, with Sermon cautioning listeners to keep their eyes on him, rather than on "sparrows of berettas". Despite some of the heavier allusions in the song, the overall message is one of a creative force and a vibrant scene that welcomes all.


Line by Line Meaning

Respect my views on this day and era
Listen to and acknowledge my perspective in today's world


Keep your eyes upon me, and not the sparrow of berettas
Pay attention to me, not the danger and violence around us


I'm fly, than any bird of this earth
I'm cooler and smoother than anything else out there


For what it be, my style is butter like Worth
My style is smooth and valuable like butter


I freak the beat like I'm lost in the twilight
I get lost in the rhythm of the music as I perform


a zone with no phone, looking over parasites
I'm in my own world, away from negative influences


I pack the house like Woodstock when I rock
I draw a huge crowd when I perform, like the Woodstock festival


A three day event of me dropping the illest shit
I bring my best and most impressive music to the stage


From here to New Jerz, back to Brooklyn and Queens
I represent and have fans from all over New York City


The Uptown to Bronx River, I still deliver
I'm respected and successful from various areas in New York


The off the wall for y'all
I have a unique and innovative style for my fans


Rearranged cameo-type strange pumping through your veins
My music is distinctive and memorable, leaving an impact on my listeners


What your mommy do, if you're not ready to die like Biggie
What's the point of living life if you aren't ready to face the consequences, like Biggie did?


I'ma keep jamming like Ziggy
I'm going to keep performing and making music like Ziggy Marley


I got the arrows wiped down like Funkmaster Flex
My rhymes are polished and smooth like how Funkmaster Flex cleans his DJ equipment


Sway and Tech, and Premier, and we in here
I'm working with respected and reputable people in the music industry


It's on like that! And everybody's welcome!
I'm ready to perform and welcome all my fans


You are welcome
All fans are welcomed to my music


Now, it's on like that once again, it's getting hot
I'm ready to perform again and it's heating up


Now it's time to blow up the spot
It's time to make an impact and impress everyone


For my niggaz out there on the block getting money
For my friends who are hustling and making money on the streets


Playas whose hustling, doing their thing
People who are grinding and striving for success


But me, I've lounged without the stone
I've chilled and relaxed without any worries or stress


Do it for my peeps, take it to the streets
I'm performing for my people and representing them


All day, everyday, I sets the mood
I create the atmosphere and vibe for my listeners every single day


Pile a bell of Aye, with new attitudes
I'm bringing in new and refreshing energy to the music scene


I change not for the words, but for the better
I'm constantly improving and evolving as a person and artist


And be a trend-setter, and bring the best ever
I want to lead the way and create the most impressive music of all time


Yeah, teach me for the president
Vote for me as president and I'll bring positive change


So I can bring the vibes through your residence Double!
I want to spread my music and energy to every home in the country


The ghetto blast, the green eyed rapper slash producer
I'm a rapper and producer from the streets


And O.J. with the juice, uh!
I've got the skills and creativity like O.J. Simpson


Y'all know me, it's the E-R-I-C-K
My fans know me as Erick Sermon


So enjoy the day, and peace to Marvin Gaye
Have a good day and respect to Marvin Gaye, a legendary musician


Let's groove back and forth like Aaliyah
Let's dance together and enjoy the music like Aaliyah would've wanted


If you don't got the vibe, then I wouldn't want to be ya
If you're not feeling the music, I don't want to hang out with you


I threw it like a rap attack from New York to Hackensack
I performed with aggressive energy from New York City to Hackensack, New Jersey


Kiss myself and jump back, surprise like a Crackerjack
I'm feeling good and impressed with myself, like a surprise toy in a box of Crackerjack


The eye can bring the smiles without Chanice
I can make people happy and enjoy the music even without Chanice, another musician


And make enemies call truce, or even peace
I want to bring people together and end conflicts, even among enemies


(?)Funk Lord(?) fights back
I'm a fighter and won't back down, especially in the music industry


again without the Force or blue sky Chewbacca, R2D2 and the crew
I'm doing it again without any help, just like in Star Wars without the main characters


The miracle worker, God praise him, praise him!
I'm a talented and impressive artist, and should be praised for it


All of them ready for the funk, you feel like you want like (blaaah!)
Everyone is ready to groove and enjoy the music, with high energy and enthusiasm


Whatever you requested, and you suggested
I'm fulfilling people's requests and expectations in my music


that I bring the pain like Method
I'm bringing powerful and impactful music like Method Man


It's nothing nice, cause I'm down for whatever
My music is intense and hardcore because I'm willing to do anything for it


Me and my beretta, me and my beretta
I'm ready to face the danger and violence out there with my gun


Goddammit, don't leave your dog stranded
Don't leave your friends behind or forget about them as you become successful


Who? Yeah, the Green Eyed Bandit
Me, Erick Sermon, the artist with green eyes and the name 'Green Eyed Bandit'




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, DELLA MUSIC PUBLISHING, LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MURRAY, SERMON, STINSON

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asa tvs

That beat SLAMS FOR REAL !!! πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯

NiteRida

Aaron killed this.

Hiphophead1

pretty much made the song

Patrick Bates

Absolutely wouldn’t listen to it if he wasn’t on the hook. Eeeeeeeeeeeee Eeeeeeeeeee πŸ˜…

Satu Ra

THE MEMORIES!!!!!! The 90s was the greatest era

Terrance

1995 was the greatest year for hip hop ever.

808MixMaster

1994 was better illmatic!

star star star

@808MixMaster no, it was 1995 , Liquid Swords > Illmatic

The Minstry of Truth

1988 was better than both.

Terrance

@The Minstry of Truth If you believe that then listen to Pete Rock album The Original Baby Pa.

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