Remember the Name
Fort Minor ft. Holly Brook and Jonah Matranga Lyrics

It's like this y'all (c'mon)
Let's get started, this is what we're about

This is ten percent luck
Some things are just fortunate

Twenty percent skill
Having talent and knowing how to use it

Fifteen percent concentrated power of will
Determination and drive are important

Five percent pleasure
Enjoying what you do is vital

Fifty percent pain
Struggle and hard work are necessary

And a hundred percent reason to remember the name
This is how this person will make their mark

He doesn't need his name up in lights
Fame isn't everything

He just wants to be heard whether it's the beat or the mic
Expressing oneself is important

He feels so unlike everybody else, alone
He's different and often misunderstood

In spite of the fact that some people still think that they know him
People are quick to judge

But fuck 'em, he knows the code, it's not about the salary
He has his own set of values

It's about reality and making some noise
Making an impact and staying true to oneself is what matters

Making a story, making sure his clique stays up
Building a legacy and supporting those around oneself

That means when he puts it down, Tak's pickin' it up
Collaboration is key

Who the hell is he anyway, he never really talks much
Actions speak louder than words

Never concerned with status but still leavin' them star struck
His talent speaks for itself

Humbled through opportunities given despite the fact
He's grateful for his chances, even when others doubt him

That many misjudge him because he makes a livin' from writing raps
People underestimate his profession

Put it together himself, now the picture connects
He's self-made

Never asking for someone's help, or to get some respect
He earns his own success

He's only focused on what he wrote; his will is beyond reach
He's determined and unwavering

And now it all unfolds, the skill of an artist
His natural ability shines through

This is twenty percent skill, eighty percent beer
Sometimes a little liquid courage helps performance

Be a hundred percent clear 'cause Ryu is ill
This person is very talented

Who would've thought that he'd be the one to set the west in flames
He's making waves and breaking barriers

Then heard him wreckin' with The Crystal Method, Name Of The Game
He's collaborated with impressive artists

Came back, dropped Megadef, took 'em to church
He's consistently improving and impressing

I like bleach, man, Ryu had the stupidest verse
Even when he's not taking himself seriously, he's impressive

This dude is the truth, now everybody be givin' him guest spots
He's in high demand among other artists

His stock's through the roof; I heard he fuckin' with S-Dot
Even more impressive opportunities are coming his way

They call him Ryu he's sick, and he's spittin' fire and Mike
His talent and energy are impressive

Got him out the dryer he's hot, found him in Fort Minor with Tak
He was discovered and thrust into the spotlight

What a fuckin' nihilist porcupine; he's a prick; he's a cock
His edginess and attitude make him unique

The type women want to be with and rappers hope he get shot
He's both attractive and intimidating

Eight years in the makin' patiently waitin' to blow
Success takes time and perseverance

Now the record with Shinoda's takin' over the globe
His latest project is gaining worldwide attention

He's got a partner in crime; his shit is equally dope
His collaborator is equally talented

You won't believe the kind of shit that comes out of this kid's throat
His creativity is unmatched

He's not your every day on the block
He's not ordinary

He knows how to work with what he's got
He's resourceful

Makin' his way to the top
He's driven and ambitious

He often gets a comment on his name
People are curious about him

People keep asking him was it given at birth
People want to know the origin of his name

Or does it stand for an acronym?
People wonder if his name's meaning is deeper than expected

No, he's livin' proof that he rockin' the booth
His talent is what makes him memorable

He'll get you buzzin' quicker than a shot of vodka with juice
His energy is contagious

Him and his crew are known around as one of the best
His group is highly regarded in the industry

Dedicated to what they do and give a hundred percent
They take their work seriously and give their all

Forget Mike, nobody really knows how or why he works so hard
His work ethic is impressive and mysterious

It seems like he's never got time
He's always busy working

Because he writes every note and he writes every line
He's a perfectionist and wants everything to be just right

And I've seen him at work when that light goes on in his mind
He's passionate about his craft

It's like a design is written in his head every time
He has a clear vision for his music

Before he even touches a key or speaks in a rhyme
His ideas are fully formed before he begins

And those motherfuckers he runs with, the kids that he signed
He's surrounded himself with talented people

Ridiculous, without even trying, how do they do it?
Their natural talent is jaw-dropping

Yeah
Confirmation or agreement

Fort Minor
Name of the group

M-Shinoda
Name of one of the artists

Styles of Beyond
Another group involved in the song

Ryu
Name of one of the artists

Takbir
Name of one of the artists

Machine Shop
Name of a production company