All Skool
KRS-One & Marley Marl Lyrics

Whoo, yeah, yeah
Introduction to the song with sounds and expressions of excitement

Welcome to all skool hip-hop
Opening of the song, welcoming fans of all generations of hip-hop culture

KRS, bo, bo, bo, bo, bo, get in this
KRS-One's introduction to his art with sound effects, emphasizing his hip-hop legacy

Marley Marl, that's right
Acknowledgement of Marley Marl's contribution to hip-hop and collaboration with KRS-One

New skool, true skool, old skool, all skool
Acknowledgement of different generations of hip-hop culture

Aight, turn me up, let's go, let's go
Request to increase the volume and start the song

This what it is
Declaration of the song's authenticity and true representation of hip-hop

Bo, bo, bo, bo, yeah, yeah, yeah
Repetition of sound effects and expressions of excitement

Yeah, welcome to all skool hip-hop
Reiteration of the opening welcoming fans of all generations of hip-hop culture

I'm not old skool or new skool, I'm all skool
Declaration of the artist's identity as a representative of all generations of hip-hop culture

You cats spit raps that are not believable
Criticism of modern hip-hop artists' lack of credibility in their lyrics

Your raps don't bubble 'cause they're inconceivable
Further criticism of modern hip-hop artists' inability to create relatable and meaningful lyrics

Real life O.G.'s don't even speak to you
Highlighting the disconnect between modern hip-hop artists and older generations of hip-hop culture

In hip-hop's culture there's really no need for you
Stating that modern hip-hop artists can't truly represent hip-hop culture

I'll bring the heat to you, when it comes to them glocks
Declaration of being ready for any challenge with confidence and strength

Like Freddie Foxxx, I'm keepin two
Reference to the rapper Freddie Foxxx, who is known for his toughness and readiness for battle

I'm known for my scary feuds
Acknowledging the rapper's reputation for being a formidable opponent in rap battles

That's why I'm called The Terrorist by the Daily News
Reference to KRS-One's nickname in media outlets due to his confrontational nature

I rarely lose, I'm known to rattle a cage
Claiming his rap battle success and ability to intimidate opponents

I'm known to throw rappers off the stage
Bringing up past experiences of throwing rappers offstage during performances as a way of asserting dominance

Maybe it's a matter of age
Acknowledging the possibility that age influences KRS-One's opinion on current hip-hop culture

But as a MC I got no patience for some rappers these days
Stating a lack of tolerance for modern hip-hop artists and their music

If you bumpin' KRS, then you bumpin' the raw
Claiming that KRS-One's music is authentic and true to hip-hop culture

I came through the door with Rakim
Reference to Rakim, a legendary hip-hop artist, and the impact they both made when entering the hip-hop scene

Old skool, new skool, we rocked both of them
Acknowledging KRS-One and Rakim's ability to create music that transcended time, generation, and trends in hip-hop culture

Marley Marl, he produced both of them
Acknowledging Marley Marl's contribution to hip-hop culture as a producer for KRS-One and Rakim

We supposed to win, guest lists, V.I.P.
Claiming their status as influential hip-hop artists granting them access to exclusive events

Backstage passes when we rollin' in
Further emphasizing KRS-One and Rakim's status as important and respected hip-hop artists

This the all skool, we encompass it all
Declaration of the song's mission to embrace all generations of hip-hop culture

I teach MC and production is taught by Marley Marl
Highlighting KRS-One and Marley Marl's importance as teachers of hip-hop culture and their willingness to share their knowledge and experience

For all a y'all, just enjoy yourself
Encouragement to hip-hop fans to simply enjoy themselves and the music

Makin' your own job, employ yourself
Advice to hip-hop artists to take control of their own careers and create their own opportunities

Don't destroy yourself and don't be fooled
Warning to hip-hop artists not to fall victim to negative influences or trends in the industry

Marley Marl, rock yo' spot
Acknowledgement of Marley Marl's ability to create beats with a strong impact

This that old skool overseen by Scott LaRock
Reference to Scott LaRock, a member of KRS-One's former hip-hop group who passed away but whose legacy still influences the genre

Repetition of previous lines
Emphasis of the song's mission to unite all generations of hip-hop culture and establish authenticity in the genre

Raw, this what it is
Declaration of the song's authenticity, stripped of any superficial or manufactured elements

This that classic, yeah, crazy
Acknowledgement of the song's potential to become a classic, in a positive and surprised tone

Yo, aiyyo yo, yo, chill, chill, chill
Playful and humorous ending to the song

That's it Marley, let's get this album started, aight
Closing statement of the song, indicating the start of a new album produced by Marley Marl and KRS-One