Understand
K.A.L Lyrics


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There are too many MC's who are overrated
You ask me, they wasn't even supposed to make it
In the rap biz, they don't know what rap is
So give it up, become a actor or a actress
Or a producer, cause you fail to use the
Mic right, so take flight before I bruise ya
For sayin those bull crap wack raps on wax
You need to get smacked, sit back and rip that contract
Hey yo, I'm serious, Big L ain't playin games
I should get foul and buck wild and start sayin names
But deep down inside you know who you are
Your rhymes are not up to par, you fake superstar
And that really gets on my nerve
When a rapper gets the credit that he don't deserve
Goin platinum and don't have no soul
Some rappers are mad nice and don't even go gold
I don't like the way it's goin down
Because it should be the other way around

I don't understand it (I don't understand it)
How MC's take this rap game for granted

MC's what's goin on?
I don't understand, man, how rappers cold transform
One minute you're hardcore and raw
That's what you was known for, but not no more
You changed, you rearranged
You're not the same, your raps are plain
That explain why you lost your fame
Used to be on top, then you fell like rain drops
You turned pop, now you no longer gain props
Who's fault is that? Nobody's but your own, black
Used to make fat tracks, jack, but now you're stone wack
So MC's, don't ever step out your range
Remain the same
And only change with the time
Unless you get dropped like a dime
Go for yours like I'm goin for mine
But if you're rough, stay rough, if you're dap, stay dapper
And never try to look or even sound like another rapper
Just fulfill your own needs
Some rappers wore gold chains, and now they're wearin beads?

I don't understand it (I don't understand it)
How MC's take this rap game for granted
I don't understand it (I don't understand it)
How MC's take this rap game for granted

This is how it should be done
I'm not the one, and my raps is strong like rum
But some MC's grab the mic and sound dumb
Plus slum (How come?) Rap skills they have none
And I wonder how the hell they records sell
They raps are stale and frail
They're false like fairy tales
Your technique and everything you speak's weak
You got a little airplay because of your beats
Your fame and your name, but your lyrics are lame, black
Step to this and get ran over like train tracks
Your raps border wack, and you went on tour with that
Crap, don't understand it, cause rhyme skills you lack
I got more soul that Nike Airs, givin MC's nightmares
Rappers be frontin hard, and rhymes they don't write theirs
But still call themselves MC's
Please, how could that be?

I don't understand it (I don't understand it)
How MC's take this rap game for granted




I don't understand it (I don't understand it)
How MC's take this rap game for granted

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of K.A.L's song "Understand" critique the current state of the rap industry and express the artist's frustration with overrated MCs who lack true rap skills and authenticity. K.A.L believes that many MCs have succeeded in the industry without deserving the recognition they receive. The song suggests that these artists should pursue other avenues such as acting or producing instead of continuing to make mediocre music. K.A.L emphasizes the importance of rappers having genuine talent and soul in their rhymes, rather than simply focusing on achieving commercial success or fame.


K.A.L also discusses the transformation of certain MCs from being hardcore and raw to becoming pop-oriented and losing their originality. He believes that these rappers have compromised their style and artistic integrity in order to appeal to a broader audience. The lyrics stress the necessity for MCs to stay true to themselves, remain within their range, and avoid imitating or copying other rappers. K.A.L. criticizes the superficiality and lack of substance in the lyrics of some popular MCs, highlighting the importance of skillful wordplay and meaningful content.


Overall, "Understand" serves as a call to MCs to respect and honor the rap game by upholding its true essence and delivering authentic and skillful rhymes.


Line by Line Meaning

There are too many MC's who are overrated
There is an abundance of MCs who are receiving excessive praise and recognition despite their lack of talent or skill


You ask me, they wasn't even supposed to make it
In my opinion, these MCs never had the potential or ability to succeed in the first place


In the rap biz, they don't know what rap is
Within the rap industry, these individuals lack a true understanding of what true rap music should be


So give it up, become a actor or a actress
Therefore, it would be better for them to pursue careers in acting rather than continuing to attempt rap music


Or a producer, cause you fail to use the
Alternatively, they could explore opportunities in music production since they are unable to properly utilize the microphone


Mic right, so take flight before I bruise ya
Since they struggle with utilizing the microphone effectively, they should retreat before they face severe criticism or backlash


For sayin those bull crap wack raps on wax
They deserve to be reprimanded for creating and releasing inferior, nonsensical rap lyrics on record


You need to get smacked, sit back and rip that contract
They should face the consequences, reflect on their poor performance, and terminate any record contracts they hold


Hey yo, I'm serious, Big L ain't playin games
I want to emphasize that I am sincere and serious in my critique, as artist Big L does not joke around


I should get foul and buck wild and start sayin names
I am tempted to become aggressive and call out specific individuals by name for their lack of skill and credibility


But deep down inside you know who you are
However, deep down, these individuals are aware of their own lack of talent and credibility


Your rhymes are not up to par, you fake superstar
Their lyrics do not meet the standards expected of a true artist, making them false and fraudulent in their claim to be superstars


And that really gets on my nerve
This fact greatly irritates and bothers me


When a rapper gets the credit that he dont deserve
It is frustrating to witness a rapper being praised and recognized for their work, despite not deserving such credit


Goin platinum and don't have no soul
Some artists achieve great commercial success, such as selling one million records, without possessing any genuine artistic depth or soul


Some rappers are mad nice and don't even go gold
On the other hand, some highly skilled rappers do not achieve the level of commercial success symbolized by selling 500,000 records


I don't like the way it's goin down
The current trend and direction of the rap industry is disheartening and unsatisfactory to me


Because it should be the other way around
I believe that the situation should be reversed and that true talent and skill should be the primary determinants of success


MC's what's goin on?
I'm addressing and inquiring about the state of affairs among MCs


I don't understand, man, how rappers cold transform
I am perplexed by how rappers can undergo a complete transformation, often for the worse


One minute you're hardcore and raw
Initially, these rappers were recognized for their intense and authentic style


That's what you was known for, but not no more
However, they have since lost that image and reputation


You changed, you rearranged
They have altered their style and approach to their craft


You're not the same, your raps are plain
They are no longer the distinctive and remarkable artists they once were, and their lyrics have become dull and unimpressive


That explain why you lost your fame
This change in style and skill level explains why they have lost their original level of fame and recognition


Used to be on top, then you fell like rain drops
They were once at the pinnacle of success, but they have now fallen dramatically, similar to raindrops descending from the sky


You turned pop, now you no longer gain props
They have transitioned into creating pop-oriented music, resulting in them losing the respect and admiration they once received


Who's fault is that? Nobody's but your own, black
There is nobody to blame for this decline in success except themselves, as they made conscious choices that led them down this path


Used to make fat tracks, jack, but now you're stone wack
They used to produce exceptional and quality music, my friend, but currently, their work is incredibly subpar and unimpressive


So MC's, don't ever step out your range
MCs, it is crucial that you stick to what you are truly capable of and not attempt anything beyond your skill level


Remain the same
Stay true to your original style and identity


And only change with the time
The only acceptable alterations should be in accordance with the evolving trends and demands of the industry


Unless you get dropped like a dime
Otherwise, you run the risk of being cast aside or dropped by record labels and fans


Go for yours like I'm goin for mine
Pursue your own goals and ambitions with the same determination and drive as I do


But if you're rough, stay rough, if you're dap, stay dapper
If your style is raw and rugged, then maintain that persona, and if you have a sophisticated and smooth image, uphold that as well


And never try to look or even sound like another rapper
Avoid the temptation to imitate or mimic the appearance and sound of another rapper


Just fulfill your own needs
Focus on meeting your own artistic desires and objectives


Some rappers wore gold chains, and now they're wearin beads?
It is perplexing and disappointing to witness some rappers who were once known for their lavish gold chains now resorting to wearing cheap beads


This is how it should be done
I believe this is the correct and appropriate way to approach and excel in rap music


I'm not the one, and my raps is strong like rum
I should clarify that I am not speaking about myself, as my own rap skills are powerful and impactful, just like rum


But some MC's grab the mic and sound dumb
On the other hand, certain MCs come across as unintelligent and foolish when they take hold of the microphone


Plus slum (How come?) Rap skills they have none
Furthermore, their rap skills are extremely lacking, leaving a lot to be desired


And I wonder how the hell they records sell
I find it puzzling and frustrating how these individuals manage to sell their records despite their lack of talent


They raps are stale and frail
Their raps are stagnant and feeble, lacking freshness and strength


They're false like fairy tales
Their persona and image are fake, just like the stories found in fairy tales


Your technique and everything you speak's weak
The manner in which you deliver your raps and the content of your lyrics are both feeble and unimpressive


You got a little airplay because of your beats
The only reason you receive minimal radio airplay is primarily due to the quality of your instrumentals rather than your actual rapping skills


Your fame and your name, but your lyrics are lame, black
Although you may be famous and recognized by name, the lyrics you produce are incredibly dull and uninspiring


Step to this and get ran over like train tracks
If you dare challenge me, you will be easily overwhelmed and defeated just like a train running over tracks


Your raps border wack, and you went on tour with that
Your raps are teetering on the edge of being extremely subpar, and yet you proudly showcased them during your concert tour


Crap, don't understand it, cause rhyme skills you lack
To be honest, I am perplexed and cannot comprehend how you lack the necessary skills to construct meaningful and impressive rhymes


I got more soul that Nike Airs, givin MC's nightmares
I possess a greater amount of soul and authenticity than even the iconic Nike Airs shoes, which causes MCs to be fearful and concerned about their own abilities in comparison


Rappers be frontin hard, and rhymes they don't write theirs
Rappers often put up a false and exaggerated front, pretending to be skilled and creative lyricists when, in reality, they don't even write their own rhymes


But still call themselves MC's
Despite this fact, they continue to label themselves as MCs


Please, how could that be?
I find it hard to believe or comprehend how such individuals can claim such a title when they lack the fundamental skills and qualities expected of an MC


How MC's take this rap game for granted
I am disturbed and puzzled by how MCs fail to recognize and appreciate the true essence and value of the rap game




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