skills
Gangstarr Lyrics
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"My Microphone"
"It's Skills"-KRS One
"The funky beat"
"It's skills"-KRS One
(Skills) Top rank point blank we vital
(Skills) Now, you feel it when we drop those
Hot beats stop phoes killin shit we got those
(Skills) It's, the music that the street love
Each thug, is now reppin this with deep love
(Skills) Gang Starr duelin again rulin again
Watch as we do it again
It's the, true enliven with a youthful vengeance
And I'm a judge rap is your ass give you a crucial sentence
You need at least twelve jewels to practice
Your too enthusiastic male groupie bastard
Still tryin to convince us some more
Pretendin your raw that's what you need a minister for
Again it's the law got you up against the wall
We the gulliest fuck it then it's us against why'all
Mic skills type grills like I'm Michael Jill
Like when he write for the pill is how I stay for the ill
Slide off kid, and let a grown man finesse it
We bold and impressive that old manifest shit
Some new product from a known team
Niggas know me, and you can bet they know Preme
So here we go for your stereo
And you could tell that it's real when you hear me go hear me go
(Skills) Top rank point blank we vital
Spit flows rip shows peep the recital
(Skills) Now, you feel it when we drop those
Hot beats stop phoes killin shit we got those
(Skills) It's, the music that the street love
Each thug, is now reppin this with deep love
(Skills) Gang Starr duelin again rulin again
Watch as we do it again
You little suckers know better, I go head up
If your man left the joint in the whip then tell him go get it
We hold it down like a holy crown
Fools actin like they know me throw me phoney pounds
Fuck that I'm sittin back like an aristocrat
Shell shocked chief assassin with a whole fuckin list of cats
Thought you was on the case but you missed the fact
The bitch talkin this and that I'm a make it simple jack
I doubled up and tripled that, soldiers where your pistols at?
Life wrong move lose the gift of that
Why they callin us the most consistent?
Most significant ("Once again"-Chuck D) some old slick shit
Fulfill your need and catch joyful rush
Enjoy your dutch haters annoyed with us
Oh boy it's us you know the face in the club
Blazin it up, with my niggas raisin it up for these
(Skills) Top rank point blank we vital
Spit flows rip shows peep the recital
(Skills) Now, you feel it when we drop those
Hot beats stop phoes killin shit we got those
(Skills) It's, the music that the street love
Each thug, is now reppin this with deep love
(Skills) Gang Starr duelin again rulin again
Watch as we do it again
Btohers are amused by other brother's rep
Some niggas pull tecks catch others for checks
All for respect, all for the bread
For the chance of success they might hand him his head
Remain humble cause I know enough
Plus the road is tough especially when you roll with us
But I'm a stay with my peeps, stay in these streets
Rhyme sprayin and I'm playin for keeps cause I got those
(Skills) Top rank point blank we vital
Spit flows rip shows peep the recital
(Skills) Now, you feel it when we drop those
Hot beats stop phoes killin shit we got those
(Skills) It's, the music that the street love
Each thug, is now reppin this with deep love
(Skills) Gang Starr duelin again rulin again
Watch as we do it again....(Skills)
The lyrics in Gang Starr's song "Skills" boast about the group's abilities in the music industry, both in terms of their lyrical proficiency and the catchy beats that they produce. The lyrics describe how the music that they create is loved by the streets and how each thug now represents it with deep love. They also boast about their own rap skills and how they are better than anyone else around, saying that it takes at least twelve jewels to practice and that those who are too enthusiastic are just male groupie bastards.
The lyrics also address issues of respect and reputation, with Gang Starr explaining how some people will go to extreme lengths, like pulling tecks and catching others for checks, just for the chance of success and recognition. However, Gang Starr remains humble and committed to the cause, stating that they will stay with their peeps, stay in these streets, and play for keeps as they have the skills to do so.
Line by Line Meaning
Top rank point blank we vital
We are at the very top and essential, unstoppable and important.
Spit flows rip shows peep the recital
Our rhymes are powerful and energetic, tearing up shows and impressing audiences.
Now, you feel it when we drop those
Our music is impactful and resonates with listeners, you experience it when you hear it.
Hot beats stop phoes killin shit we got those
Our beats are fire and once heard they make other rappers feel inadequate in comparison.
It's, the music that the street love
The music we make is embraced by the streets and loved by those who reside there.
Each thug, is now reppin this with deep love
Even the toughest individuals in the streets represent us with passion and devotion.
Gang Starr duelin again rulin again
Our group is back on top, competing and succeeding once again.
You need at least twelve jewels to practice
To be truly skilled at rap, you must possess a wealth of knowledge and experience.
Your too enthusiastic male groupie bastard
You are overly eager and annoying, a male groupie with no dignity or self-respect.
Still tryin to convince us some more
You persist in trying to prove yourself to us, even though we are unimpressed.
Pretendin your raw that's what you need a minister for
If you are pretending to be tough, you need a preacher to pray for you.
Again it's the law got you up against the wall
We are enforcing the rules and have you cornered, you have no escape.
We the gulliest fuck it then it's us against why'all
We are the toughest and we don't care, we will take on anyone who opposes us.
Mic skills type grills like I'm Michael Jill
My rap skills are as hot as a grill, like Michael Jordan or Jill Scott.
Slide off kid, and let a grown man finesse it
Step aside, let someone with experience and skill take over.
We bold and impressive that old manifest shit
We are audacious and striking, a throwback to classic hip hop.
Btohers are amused by other brother's rep
People are entertained by the reputation of others.
Some niggas pull tecks catch others for checks
Some people use guns to rob others for money.
All for respect, all for the bread
People will do anything for reputation and money.
For the chance of success they might hand him his head
In order to achieve success, someone else might suffer the consequences.
Remain humble cause I know enough
Even though I am knowledgeable, I remain modest and grounded.
Plus the road is tough especially when you roll with us
The journey to success is difficult, especially when traveling with our group.
But I'm a stay with my peeps, stay in these streets
I stick with my friends and stay loyal to the streets where I come from.
Rhyme sprayin and I'm playin for keeps cause I got those
I am rapping with fierce determination, going all out because I am truly skilled.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: STANLEY MARVIN CLARKE, FREDRICK FARID NASSAR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kani9284
It's amazing how the beat can instantly be recognized as DJ Premier's. The man is a fucking genius.
@howardglasper8349
Gang starr one of.the best
@kani9284
@@howardglasper8349 Agreed
@ashleyknowles6613
Yea premier has his own watermark on every beat. You can easily recognize a premier beat
@vimtobill4156
The Beat, the Flow, the Lyrics still hits.
@dontgetaboveyourreason
Hell yea 🔥🔥🔥
@TAshaBee777
TILL THIS DAY🙌🏾✨
@selsam7064
I remember buying the CD. I couldn’t stop listening to this. And I still can’t stop. Crazy!!!!
@lifeismusikmusikislife4684
Gang Starr is one of the most SLEPT ON hip hop groups of all time. They embodied hip hop in everyway.
@user-zw2dd3rn9v
Real hip hop