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Gang Starr - Topic Lyrics

I'm like a sniper rhymes'll strike ya when I'm rockin
My rhymes are lethal and precise, hitting my audience with accuracy when I perform.

Mad chicks be jockin' when the g starr's talking
Women are attracted to me when I speak because of my charisma and talent.

And that's because my word is bond
People trust me and know that I always keep my promises.

I get much fan mail and I always respond
My fans write to me often, and I always take the time to reply and show my appreciation.

So tell your hon to write me too
Ask your girlfriend to write to me, too.

Make sure she puts attention mr. guru
Ensure that she puts my name on the envelope so that I know it's intended for me.

Brothers know the flow is unique
Other musicians recognize that my style is one-of-a-kind and stands out.

I got 100 wild styles in my black valise
I have a collection of 100 unpredictable and impressive rhyming styles in my black suitcase.

Mc's wanna be me so they keep askin
Aspiring rappers frequently ask me to teach them my techniques and methods.

For me to teach 'em methods both slow and fast
They want me to instruct them on how to rap slowly and quickly with proficiency.

And others wanna act as if they're better
Some rappers pretend to be superior, but they only have one style, which isn't that impressive.

But they only got one style which ain't all that clever
Their rhyming style is limited and lacks originality or creativity.

I'm cooler than wind, harder than cold steel
I'm calm and collected like the wind, but also strong and unyielding like steel.

I get the ladies with more than just sex appeal
My allure to women isn't just about my sex appeal, but also my overall persona and charisma.

A mystic psychic scanning all your thoughts
I am like a psychic, reading people's thoughts and emotions.

I'll touch your soul and make your brain feel caught
My lyrics will penetrate and affect my audience deeply, reaching their soul and making them feel captivated.

When my rapture traps ya and makes you mine
When my words and performance capture my audience, they are captivated and under my spell.

You'll submit to the gift and to the lyrical lines
My audience will submit to my talent and the powerful effect of my lyrics.

So suckers realize that the size is too large
My skill and talent are too significant to be ignored or belittled.

When I come through I'm pullin' whole crews cards
When I perform, I reveal the true nature and talent of other artists, even if they try to keep it hidden.

I be wreckin' correct and on the gangster tip
I perform with precision and excellence and have a strong, powerful presence on stage.

Mc's who front: imma' gonna bust your shit
Rappers who are insincere or disrespectful will be called out and exposed by me.

I wonder do you love it enough
I question whether my audience is truly passionate and invested in my music.

I'm steppin' rugged and tough, never to front or to bluff
I am confident and resilient, never lying or pretending to be something I'm not.

I got the fresh cut baldy, the brothers call me
My short haircut is fresh and closely shaved, leading to people calling me by my nickname, 'Guru.'

Guru the man yes with all the
I am 'the man,' with all the talent, skill, and charisma that goes along with it.

J-a-z-z-y type essence, street type lessons manifesting
I have a jazzy, soulful essence to my music and lyrics, with lessons and stories derived from my urban upbringing.

The one who make the fly ladies feel pleasant
Women enjoy my music and presence, feeling comfortable and happy around me.

Never forgettin' that to myself I'm true
I always remain true to myself and my values, never compromising for anyone else's benefit.

Do what you want to but watch yourself though 'duke'
You have the freedom to do what you want, but be careful of the consequences or risks involved.

I don't wanna hear all of that loud mouthing
I don't want to hear people being boastful and arrogant without backing it up with real talent or skill.

Try to pull yours out when nothing comes out
Attempting to rap and failing to deliver impressive lyrics or performance reveals one's lack of talent and ability.

Then you'll see why you can't compete with me
When compared to my skill and talent, other rappers will understand why they can't match up to me.

The notorious guru of the gang you see
I am a feared and respected figure in the rap and hip hop community.

Starr stands for power like I said before
The word 'Starr' represents strength, authority, and influence, which I have previously explained.

I'm like the doctors cure slicker than roger moore
My talent and skill are like medicine, healing and effective, and I am suave and charismatic like Roger Moore.

I slide up to a crab mc like this
I approach an inferior rapper with confidence and ease.

Tap 'em in the head with my mic like this
I metaphorically 'knock' them out with my superior rhyming and performance.

I'll be revealing that you're weak to the world if you wish
If you challenge me, I will expose your weaknesses and lack of talent to the world.

And I insist that if you persist
I am insistent that if you don't back down, you will face the consequences.

Then you get creamed, 'cause imma' get real steamed
If you continue to challenge me, you will be soundly defeated by me, and I will become angry and heated in the process.

So don't you try to flex and try to look all mean
Don't try to look tough or intimidating because it won't work on me.

Heyo check it that's dead that's it
Listen up, that's all there is to it.

'cause all you phony ass rappers imma' bust your shit
I will expose and defeat all of the fake and disingenuous rappers in the industry.