Robbin Hood Theory
Gang Starr Lyrics

Now that we're gettin' somewhere, you know we got to give back
As we make progress, it's important to give back to the next generation.

For the youth is the future no doubt that's right and exact
It's a fact that the future lies in the youth, and we need to prepare them for it.

Squeeze the juice out, of all the suckers with power
Take advantage of those in power and use it to our advantage.

And pour some back out, so as to water the flowers
Use the power we gain to help cultivate and nourish the next generation.

This world is ours, that's why the demons are leery
We are the rightful owners of this world, and it makes those who seek to control it uneasy.

It's our inheritance, this is my Robin Hood Theory
We have a responsibility to take what is rightfully ours and make use of it to better our communities.

I seek Sun, deceive none, for each one must teach one
I am seeking enlightenment and will not deceive anyone in the process; we all have a responsibility to teach each other.

At least one must flow and show the structure, of freedom
At least one person must exemplify the structure of freedom so others may follow.

It's me Dunn, cause petty things we don't need 'em
I'm taking the lead because petty things have no place in what we are trying to accomplish.

Let's focus to create somethin' great, for all that sees them
Let's come together and focus on creating something great, that will inspire others to do the same.

They innocent, they know not what they face
The youth are innocent, and they do not yet understand the challenges they will face in the future.

While politicians save face genius minds lay to waste
While politicians focus on maintaining appearances, brilliant minds are being wasted and overlooked.

If I wasn't kickin' rhymes I'd be kickin' down doors
If I weren't rapping, I would be actively working towards creating social change.

Creatin' social change and defendin' the poor
My focus would be on creating change that benefits the poor and marginalized groups.

The God's always been militant, and ready for war
We are always ready to fight and defend what is rightfully ours.

We're gonna snatch up the ringleaders send em home in they drawers
We will take down those in power and send a message by humiliating them publicly.

But first where's the safe at? Let's make em show us
Before we take action, we need to gather information about those in power.

And tell 'em hurry up, give up the loot that they owe us
We demand those in power give back what they owe us.

We bringin' it back, around the way to our peeps
We're bringing resources back to our communities.

Cause times are way too deep, we know the Code of the Streets
The current state of society is too dire, and we understand the unwritten rules of the streets.

Meet your defeat, this is my Robin Hood Theory, my Robin Hood Theory
We will triumph, and this is our Robin Hood Theory in action.

I floss my rhymes like dentals, my mental's presidential
I excel in my craft, and my mind is focused on leadership and change.

From the wild ghetto districts to the plush residential
I have come up from the tough streets to a place of privilege and success.

Essential, would be the message that I send you
The message I convey is crucial and necessary.

I meant to, elevate at every venue
I intend to lift people up and inspire change wherever I go.

Pops told me to pursue what is true, and nothing other
My father taught me to pursue truth and integrity, and nothing else.

And nowadays I pave the way for troops of my young brothers
Now, I am showing the way for younger generations to make positive change.

Necessary by all means, sort of like Malcolm
Our actions are necessary, much like Malcolm X's actions were necessary for change.

Before it's too late, I create, the best outcome
We are creating change now, before it's too late, to bring about the best possible outcome for our communities.

So I take this opportunity, yes to ruin the Devilish forces fucking up my black community
I seize the opportunity to fight against the forces that are harming my community.

And we ain't doing no more interviews 'Til we get paid out the frame, like motherfucking Donahue
We won't participate in any more interviews until we are compensated properly for our work.

We're taking over radio, and wack media 'Cause systematically they getting greedier and greedier
We are reclaiming control over media outlets that have become increasingly focused on greed and exploitation.

Conquering turfs with my ill organization
We are taking control of our communities with our effective organization.

Takin' out the man while we scan the information
We are toppling those in power while gathering information for further action.

You wanna rhyme you best to wait son You can't even come near, if you ain't got our share You front on us this year, consider yourself blown out of here Yeah, by my Robin Hood Theory
If you want to compete with us, you better have something valuable to offer. Otherwise, don't even try to challenge us, or you'll be taken down.

God is Universal, he is the Ruler Universal For those who can't follow that spells GURU when in my circle
God is universal and omnipresent, and I am a leader to those who follow me.

I see all sides of my culture Design my thoughts like a sculpture
I understand my culture from all perspectives, and I carefully craft my thoughts and ideas like a piece of art.

And chumps they wanna get with me 'cause I'm another entity I'm sent to be, leadin' the army of the century
People are drawn to me because I am a unique and powerful force, and I am meant to lead the army of change for this century.

Mention me, and snakes will retreat, eventually Due to my Robin Hood Theory
People who oppose me will eventually back down when they see the strength and effectiveness of my Robin Hood Theory in action.