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.”
The Man
H.A.K Lyrics
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And I've been lost at sea inside a house off driftwood avenue, and I
I made a mess out of the life that lay ahead of me, oh
The clock is ticking faster now
And I'm too old to be growing up
Goodbye the heartache that's the only southern part of me
I pack some boxes in the basement and move down the street, and I
I'll be every bit the person we both already know I'll be
Wake up, wake up, it's time to be a man
Wake up, wake up (wake up, wake up)
Wake up, wake up, it's time to be a man
Wake up, wake up (wake up, wake up)
Wave goodbye as I outgrow the shadow of Peter Pan
It's time to be a man
Don't close your eyes
Don't say goodnight
Don't take your life
Wake up, wake up
I had another nightmare, baby won't you comfort me?
Been lost at sea inside a house off beachwood avenue, and I
I made a mess out of the life that lay ahead of me, oh
The clock is ticking faster now
The clock is ticking faster now
Wake up, wake up, it's time to be a man
Wake up, wake up
(Don't close your eyes, don't say goodnight)
Wake up, wake up, it's time to be a man
(Don't disappear, don't not be here)
Wake up, wake up
Wave goodbye as I outgrow the shadow of Peter Pan
It's time to be a man
Don't close your eyes
Don't say goodnight
Don't disappear
Don't not be here
Wake up, wake up
Wake up, wake up (wake up, wake up)
Wake up, wake up (wake up, wake up)
Wake up, wake up (wake up, wake up)
Wake up, wake up
Wake up, wake up, it's time to be a man (don't close your eyes)
Wake up, wake up (don't say goodnight)
Wake up, wake up, it's time to be a man (don't disappear)
Wake up, wake up
Wave goodbye as I outgrow the shadow of Peter Pan
I'll be every bit the person we both already know I can
It's time to be a man
I used to see all of your worthy causes
Been lost at sea inside a house off Driftwood avenue
I made a mess out of the life that lay ahead of me
The clock is ticking faster now
The clock is ticking faster now
The lyrics to H.A.K's song "The Man" is about the struggles and growth of a young man who is trying to find his way out of his past mistakes and move forward as a responsible adult. The singer reflects on the last six years of his life, comparing it to being lost in a swimming pool like Dustin Hoffman in the movie "The Graduate." He also acknowledges the chaos that he caused in his own life and how he has been living like a pirate, being irresponsible and carefree.
The chorus of the song, "Wake up, wake up, it's time to be a man," serves as a reminder to the singer to take responsibility for his life and to stop living in the shadow of Peter Pan. He's saying goodbye to the heartache that once held him back and instead decides to pack some boxes and move down the street. The song emphasises the importance of growing up and facing life's challenges, despite the fear that may come with responsibility.
Line by Line Meaning
I spent the last six years like hoffman in a swimming pool
I've been wasting time and not making progress, like the character Dustin Hoffman played in the movie 'The Graduate.'
And I've been lost at sea inside a house off driftwood avenue, and I
I feel trapped and directionless, like being stranded at sea in a familiar but abandoned neighborhood.
I made a mess out of the life that lay ahead of me, oh
I've made bad choices that have messed up my future plans.
The clock is ticking faster now
Time is running out and I need to take action.
And I'm too old to be growing up
I need to start acting like an adult and taking responsibility for my life.
Goodbye the heartache that's the only southern part of me
I'm leaving behind my past pain and negative traits that are associated with my upbringing in the south.
I pack some boxes in the basement and move down the street, and I
I'm physically moving on and starting a new chapter in my life.
I'll leave the pirate ships to kids who don't know anything, oh
I'm leaving behind childish things that no longer serve a purpose in my life.
I'll be every bit the person we both already know I'll be
I'm committed to being the best version of myself, the person I know I can become.
Wake up, wake up, it's time to be a man
It's time for me to grow up, take control of my life, and be responsible.
Wave goodbye as I outgrow the shadow of Peter Pan
I'm leaving behind the immaturity and irresponsibility of childhood, symbolized by Peter Pan.
Don't close your eyes
Don't give up or lose sight of my goals.
Don't say goodnight
Don't give up or stop working towards my goals.
Don't take your life
Don't give up on life or my goals, either through despair or suicide.
I had another nightmare, baby won't you comfort me?
I'm struggling with fear and anxiety and need support from someone close to me.
The clock is ticking faster now
Time is running out and I feel more pressure to make progress in my life.
I used to see all of your worthy causes
I used to care about important issues and want to make a difference, but lost sight of that.
(Don't disappear, don't not be here)
Don't give up or disappear from my responsibilities and goals.
I'll be every bit the person we both already know I can
I'm confident that I can be the best version of myself and achieve my goals.
Lyrics © OBO APRA/AMCOS
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