Raised among six siblings by his strong single parent mom, H.A.K. learned at an early age that nothing comes easy. He moved a lot as a kid, and has called California, New York, Virginia, Vermont, New Hampshire and Massachusetts home at different points in
his life. It was in Virginia that the music bug bit him and he started singing and rapping at local venues.
His passion for music did not dissipate as he moved around and eventually landed in the Northeast. Residing in Durham, NH—not exactly a hip-hop hotbed—was a detriment for H.A.K but it did not deter him from trying. He says he exhausted every possible recording option on UNH’s campus before he met his current producer Francisco Santos of Superior Media Group in nearby Somersworth. Their musical relationship blossomed from that point on, providing Karim with an outlet to grow as an artist.
In 2010 H.A.K took his passion to the next level with the founding of Beast Grind Records and now in 2011 the self proclaimed Mission Man’s dream has come to fruition in the form of his first solo album titled The Mission. Fully aware of the power of the
internet Beast Grind Records leaked four videos supporting the project including clips for the iced out anthem “Global Warming,” Checkmate,” the title track “The Mission” and the intensely personal “Follow the Signs.”
Unlike most rap records that the general public hears, The Mission is a well rounded album that serves as a compilation of H.A.K’s life. There are club records, motivational records and swag records but what truly sets the album apart are the moments when he lets his guard down and shares his life story through song. On the aforementioned “Follow the Signs” H.A.K raps about things he rarely discusses with his closest friends like growing up without a father and the loss of his beloved sister. “My younger sister passed away when I was very young and to this day I still talk about her. I feel that she is my guardian angel,” explains H.A.K. “The song is really about me making sure she’s never forgotten.” He also bares an angel tattoo in her memory.
It is very rare for an individual to take the path less traveled and realize their dream but that is exactly what H.A.K is doing and it is paying off. “I could have been pretty good at a number of things in life but if I’m more passionate about music than anything else why wouldn’t I do it 100%", he says? “At first people acted like I was crazy when I began this, but now its seems everybody is paying attention.”
Mr. Big Deal
H.A.K Lyrics
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Get with the program keep it real, check in now you know nigga
I see right through these lame niggas, lame niggas I can't trust 'em
I see right through these lame niggas, lame niggas I can't trust 'em
I just like to give a little, get a lot
Trust in God, always plot
Going hard since I was little trying to make sure that my family ain't on the block
I got tired of counting nickels, I had to go and get the whole wad
They don't know me, but they see me
That's cause I stay from these fuck niggas
So many snakes in the grass, it be your own niggas
Get with the program keep it real, check in now you know nigga
I see right through these lame niggas, lame niggas I can't trust 'em
I see right through these lame niggas, lame niggas I can't trust 'em
I see right through these lame niggas, lame niggas I can't trust 'em
I can't trust 'em
I see right through these lame niggas
(Lane niggas I can't trust 'em)
Woah
Till I die I'm gon stay real
I'm gon stay
Till I die I'm gon stay real
I'm gone
Till I die I'm gon stay real
I'm gon stay
Keep it a thousand, you already know the deal
What's the deal?
(What's the deal?)
Like what's the deal?
Thousand
The lyrics to H.A.K's song "Mr. Big Deal" convey the artist's distrust and disappointment in people around him. He refers to them as snakes in the grass, emphasizing the idea that these betrayals often come from within his own circle. H.A.K urges others to stay true to themselves and keep it real, emphasizing the importance of honesty and authenticity. He claims to see through the "lame" individuals who he cannot trust, suggesting that he has developed a keen intuition for detecting deceit.
Line by Line Meaning
So many snakes in the grass, it be your own niggas
There are many deceitful people around, including those close to you.
Get with the program keep it real, check in now you know nigga
Join the movement of authenticity and be aware of your surroundings to avoid being fooled.
I see right through these lame niggas, lame niggas I can't trust 'em
I can easily see the true intentions of these untrustworthy individuals.
I just like to give a little, get a lot
I prefer to contribute modestly but gain significantly in return.
Trust in God, always plot
Have faith in a higher power while constantly strategizing for success.
Going hard since I was little trying to make sure that my family ain't on the block
I have been working tirelessly since my childhood to ensure that my family doesn't face financial struggles.
I got tired of counting nickels, I had to go and get the whole wad
Counting small amounts of money became exhausting, so I had to strive for greater wealth.
Envy, want to be me
Others feel jealous and desire to possess what I have.
They don't know me, but they see me
People may observe me, but they have no real understanding of who I truly am.
That's cause I stay from these fuck niggas
I distance myself from dishonest and disloyal individuals.
I can't trust 'em
I cannot place my trust in them.
(Lane niggas I can't trust 'em)
(Untrustworthy individuals in my vicinity).
Till I die I'm gon stay real
I will remain genuine until the end of my life.
I'm gone
I have departed from the previous situation or mindset.
Keep it a thousand, you already know the deal
Be completely honest, and you are already aware of the agreement.
What's the deal?
What is happening or what is the situation?
Thousand
Being truthful and sincere, giving your all.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Malik Johnson
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