West began making beats and rapping in the early 90s in his hometown of Chicago, Illinois, when he formed the rap group Go Getters with Chicago natives GLC and Really Doe. He later gained nationwide popularity through his work in New York, where he began producing tracks for artists such as Jay-Z, Twista, Mase, Talib Kweli and Alicia Keys.
West's style of production often utilizes pitched-up vocal samples, usually from soul songs, with his drums and instruments. The first major label song he produced was The Truth by Beanie Sigel, and his first major release featuring his trademark vocal sampling style was This Can’t Be Life, a track from Jay-Z’s The Dynasty: Roc La Familia. West said he sped up the drum beat of Dr. Dre’s Xxplosive to use as a replacement for his drums on This Can’t Be Life.
West has said that Wu-Tang Clan producer RZA influenced him in his style, and has said on numerous occasions that Wu-Tang rappers Ghostface Killah and Ol’ Dirty Bastard were some of his all-time favorites. Said Kanye West: “Wu-Tang? Me and my friends talk about this all the time… We think Wu-Tang had one of the biggest impacts as far as a movement. From slang to style of dress, skits, the samples. Similar to the [production] style I use, RZA has been doing that.”
In 2004 (after being pushed aside by many record companies who felt he wasn't a marketable hip-hop artist), he managed to release his debut solo album, The College Dropout on Roc-A-Fella Records. The album received critical acclaim, including 10 Grammy nominations and the awards for Album of the Year and Best Rap Album, as well as defining the style for which West would become known: "wordplay" and heavy sampling of the 70s soul and RnB tracks.
Not content to rest on his laurels, West invested two million dollars and hired a string orchestra to help with his latest effort, Late Registration (2005). West collaborated with Jon Brion to help develop the sound of the album, despite his lack of experience in hip hop production. The album received widespread acclaim like its predecessor and again claimed the Best Rap Album award at the Grammys.
West was no stranger to controversy, such as storming out at the 2004 American Music Awards after not receiving Best New Artist, but just days after the release of his second studio album, West began embroiled in a major controversy after going off-script during Hurricane Katrina broadcast, proclaiming "George Bush doesn't care about black people", which Bush claimed was "one the most disgusting moments of my presidency". In January 2006, West posed on the cover of Rolling Stone wearing a crown of thorns, once again attracting controversy.
For his third release, West was keen to produce songs that could be used more effectively when performing in arenas. For Graduation, the third and ultimately final entry into his 'Dropout Bear' series, West drew musical inspiration from The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Bob Dylan and Johnny Cash. In the lead up to the album he became involved in a friendly rivalry with 50 Cent over which of the two artists' upcoming albums would sell more, as they were both released on the same day. West ultimately sold 957,000 copies in the first week of release, outselling Curtis by a large margin. The albums lead single "Stronger" sampled Daft Punk, and was West's third number one on Billboard 200. Many proclaim West's 'victory' over 50 Cent to be the 'death' of gangster rap as the dominant hip hop subgenre.
Following the death of his mother, Donda West, and the end of his engagement to long term partner Alexis Phifer, West abandoned his initial plan to release a fourth album entitled Good Ass Job, and shocked his fans by releasing 808s and Heartbreak, which was full of autotune singing, extensive use of the TR-808 drum machine, themes of love, loss and loneliness and very little rapping. It received slightly more mixed reviews than his previous efforts, but many critics cite 808s and Heartbreak as the catalyst for a new wave of rappers, most prominently Drake, due to its themes which were uncommon in mainstream hip-hop.
West's grief seemed to lead to a spiral out of control which culminated in him storming on stage at the 2009 VMAs to interrupt Taylor Swift's award acceptance speech to proclaim that Beyoncé deserved the award instead, in a move that is infamous in pop culture and was vilified by the entire world in the aftermath. West disappeared from the public eye following this, and his upcoming tour with Lady Gaga was cancelled. The disgraced West, who was described as a 'jackass' by President Obama, seemed to have much work to do to return to the his former glory, but he was about to embark on what some critics consider to be the best run of his career.
West holed up in Hawaii for a few months and worked tirelessly to produce what many consider to be his magnum opus. My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, West's fifth studio album, was released in November 2010 to rave reviews from critics, which solidified his comeback. In stark contrast to his previous effort, which featured a minimalist sound, Dark Fantasy adopts a maximalist philosophy and deals with themes of celebrity and excess. The record included the international hit All of the Lights, and Billboard hits Power, Monster, and Runaway, the latter of which accompanied a 35-minute film of the same name. During this time, West initiated the free music program G.O.O.D. Fridays through his website, offering a free download of previously unreleased songs each Friday of the week, a portion of which were included on the album. Dark Fantasy went on to go platinum in the United States, but its omission as a contender for Album of the Year at the 54th Grammy Awards was viewed as a "snub" by several media outlets.
Following a headlining set at Coachella 2011 that was described by The Hollywood Reporter as "one of greatest hip-hop sets of all time," West released the collaborative album Watch the Throne with Jay-Z. By employing a sales strategy that released the album digitally weeks before its physical counterpart, Watch the Throne became one of the few major label albums in the Internet age to avoid a leak. Niggas in Paris became the record's highest charting single, peaking at number five on the Billboard Hot 100. In 2012, West released the compilation album Cruel Summer, a collection of tracks by artists from West's record label GOOD Music. Cruel Summer produced four singles, two of which charted within the top twenty of the Hot 100: Mercy and Clique. West also directed a film of the same name that premiered at the 2012 Cannes Film Festival in custom pyramid-shaped screening pavilion featuring seven screens.
Sessions for West's sixth solo effort begin to take shape in early 2013 in his own personal loft's living room at a Paris hotel. Determined to "undermine the commercial," he once again brought together close collaborators and attempted to incorporate Chicago drill, dancehall, acid house, and industrial music. Primarily inspired by architecture, West's perfectionist tendencies led him to contact producer Rick Rubin fifteen days shy of its due date to strip down the record's sound in favor of a more minimalist approach. Initial promotion of his sixth album included worldwide video projections of the album's music and live television performances.
Yeezus, West's sixth album, was released June 18, 2013 to rave reviews from critics. It became the rapper's sixth consecutive number one debut. Def Jam issued "Black Skinhead" to radio in July 2013 as the album's lead single. On September 6, 2013, Kanye West announced he would be headlining his first solo tour in five years, to support Yeezus, with fellow American rapper Kendrick Lamar, accompanying him along the way.
In November 2013, West stated that he was working on and recording his next studio album. The album was to be produced by Rick Rubin and Q-Tip.. Kanye released a single entitled "Only One", on December 31, 2014 featuring Paul McCartney, as well as collaborating with McCartney on the Rihanna track " FourFiveSeconds", released in January 2015. West appeared on the SNL 40th Anniversary Special on February 15th 2015 to debut a new song Wolves, featuring Sia Furler and Vic Mensa. Another single, entitled "All Day" was released on March 2, 2015, again featuring McCartney as well as Theophilus London, Allan Kingdom. In June of the same year, Kanye headlined the Glastonbury Festival in the UK, which garnered much outrage including a petition with 135,000 signatures against his appearance, leading to West declaring he was "the greatest living rock star on the planet" towards the end of his set, and the performance receiving a mixed reaction among fans and critics, due to its controversy. In September 2015, West performed {album artist kanye west]808s and Heartbreak in its entirety at the Hollywood Bowl over two nights, which received rave reviews a featured a 60 person orchestra, guests such as Kid Cudi and Mr Hudson, and over 70 dancers. West released "Facts" at the turn of the new year.
West had originally stated that his upcoming album would be called 'So Help Me God' before changing the title to 'SWISH' and announcing that it would be released on February 11th. In January 2016 he released "Real Friends" and "No More Parties in LA", featuring Kendrick Lamar. As well as renaming the album once again to "Waves", West became involved in several twitter controversies in the lead up to the album, including with rapper Wiz Khalifa after he suggested that West had stolen the idea of the wave from other artists and seemingly dissed Kim Kardashian, which later turned out to be a misunderstanding over the use of "KK". West again changed the name of the album just days before it's release, this time to "{album artist=kanye west]The Life of Pablo", and debuted it at Madison Square Garden on February 11, but delayed it's release for a few days. On February 14, West released the album are a performance on SNL. West initially claimed the album was to be a Tidal exclusive, but it was later released on other streaming platforms, although it is yet to receive a physical release. West continued to tinker with the mixing and production of the album even after it was released, and it was updated several times, including the final song "Saint Pablo" in June 2016. West had also made public his plans to release an album in the summer of 2016, entitled "Turbo Grafx 16", based on the 1990s games console, which never surfaced, although he did release a single thought to be from the upcoming G.O.O.D. Music album "Cruel Winter", called Champions. In the same month, a video for "Famous" was released, including nude wax figures of celebrities such as West, Kim Kardashian, Taylor Swift, Donald Trump, Chris Brown, Rihanna, Bill Cosby and George W. Bush.
In August 2016, West embarked on the ambitious Saint Pablo Tour, which included a mobile stage suspended from the ceiling. After the violent robbery of Kim's jewellery in Paris in October, West had to end a show early and postpone shows following it. In the following performances, West cancelled shows early and went on long winded rants against fellow artists such as Jay Z and Beyoncé among others, as well as making controversial political statements including implying his support for Donald Trump. On November 21st 2016, West cancelled the rest of the tour and was hospitalised due to sleep deprivation and extreme dehydration. Following this, West disappeared from social media, and only resurfaced 11 months later with a series of tweets which included many philosophical thoughts and the announcements two albums in June 2018, a solo album which would include 7 tracks on June 1, and a collaboration with Kid Cudi to be released on June 8.
On August 29th, 2021, Kanye released his 10th highly anticipated studio release Donda via GOOD Music and Def Jam Recordings after a series of three listening parties.
Personal life:
West was born in Atlanta, Georgia. When he was three years old (as mentioned in Hey Mama) his parents divorced, and he moved with his mother to Chicago, Illinois. His father, Ray West, was a former Black Panther; one of the first black photojournalists at the Atlanta Journal-Constitution; and is now a Christian counselor. Kanye’s late mother, Dr. Donda West, worked as a Professor of English at Clark Atlanta University, and the Chair of the English Department at Chicago State University before retiring to serve as Kanye’s manager. He was later raised in an upper middle class background, attending Polaris High School in suburban Oak Lawn, Illinois after living in Chicago.
After attending The American Academy of Art, a Chicago art school, West attended Chicago State University but eventually dropped out due to poor grades and to continue working on his music career. While attending school, West produced for local artists, including on rapper Grav’s debut album Down to Earth. He later gained fame by producing hit singles for major hip hop/R&B artists, including Jay-Z, Talib Kweli, Cam’ron, Paul Wall, Common, Mobb Deep, Jermaine Dupri, Scarface, The Game, Alicia Keys, Janet Jackson and John Legend among others. He also “ghost-produced” for his once mentor Deric Angelettie according to his song Last Call and the credits of Nas’ Poppa Was a Playa.
West was married to Kim Kardashian. Together they had four children: daughters named North (*2013) and Chicago (*2018); and sons named Saint (*2015) and Psalm (*2019). In 2021, Kardashian filed for divorce.
In 2020, West launched an unsuccessful independent presidential campaign that primarily advocated for a consistent life ethic. In 2022, he faced backlash and lost a number of sponsors and partnerships—including his collaborations with Adidas, Gap, and Balenciaga—after making antisemitic statements.
Forever
Kanye West Lyrics
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But understand nothing was done for me
So I don't plan on stoppin' at all
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
I'm shuttin' shit down in the mall
And tellin' every girl she the one for me
And I ain't even plannin' to call
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
Last name Ever, first name Greatest
Like a sprained ankle, boy, I ain't nothin' to play with
Started off local, but thanks to all the haters
I know G-IV pilots on a first name basis
In your city faded off the brown, Nino
She insists she got more class, we know
Swimmin' in the money come and find me, Nemo
If I was at the club you know I balled, chemo
Dropped the mixtape, that shit sounded like an album
Who'd have thought a country wide tour'd be the outcome?
Labels want my name beside a X, like Malcolm
Everybody got a deal, I did it without one
Yeah, nigga, I'm about my business
Killin' all these rappers, you would swear I had a hit list
Everyone who doubted me is askin' for forgiveness
If you ain't been a part of it, at least you got to witness
Bitches
It may not mean nothin' to y'all
But understand nothing was done for me
So I don't plan on stoppin' at all
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
I'm shuttin' shit down in the mall
And tellin' every girl she the one for me
And I ain't even plannin' to call
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
Ever-ever, Mr. West is in the building
Ain't no question who about to kill 'em
I used to have hood dreams, big fame, big chains
I stuck my dick inside this life until that bitch came
I went hard all fall like the ball teams
Just so I can make it rain all spring
Y'all seen my story, my glory
I had raped the game young, you can call it statutory
When a nigga blow up they gon' build statutes for me
Old money, Benjamin Button, "What?" nothin'
Now it's super bad chicks givin' me McLovin
You would think I ran the world like Michelle's husband
You would think these niggas know me when they really doesn't
Like they was down with the old me, no you fuckin' wasn't
Um, you're such a fuckin' loser
He ain't even go to class, Bueller
Trade the Grammy plaques just to have my granny back
'Member she had that bad hip like a fanny pack?
Chasin' the stardom would turn you to a maniac
All the way in Hollywood and I can't even act
They pull their cameras out and goddamn, he snap
I used to want this thing forever, y'all can have it back
It may not mean nothin' to y'all
But understand nothing was done for me
So I don't plan on stoppin' at all
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
I'm shuttin' shit down in the mall
And tellin' every girl she the one for me
And I ain't even plannin' to call
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
Okay, hello, it's the Martian, Space Jam Jordans
I want this shit forever, wake up and smell the garden
Fresher than the harvest, step up to the target
If I had one guess, then I guess I'm just New Orleans
And I will never stop like I'm runnin' from the cops
Hopped up in my car and told my chauffeur, "To the top"
Life is such a fuckin' roller coaster then it drops
But what should I scream for? This is my theme park
My minds shine even when my thoughts seem dark
Pistol on my side, you don't wanna hear that thing talk
Let the king talk, check the price and pay attention
Lil Wayne, that's what they gotta say or mention
I'm like Nevada in the middle of the summer
I'm restin' in the lead, I need a pillow and a cover
Shh, my foot's sleepin' on the gas
No brake pads, no such thing as last, uh
It may not mean nothin' to y'all
But understand nothing was done for me
So I don't plan on stoppin' at all
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
I'm shuttin' shit down in the mall
And tellin' every girl she the one for me
And I ain't even plannin' to call
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
There they go, packin' stadiums as Shady spits his flow
Nuts they go, Macadamian, they go so ballistic, whoa
He can make them look like bozos
He's wonderin' if he should spit this slow
Fuck no, go for broke, his cup just runneth over, oh no
He ain't had him a buzz like this since the last time that he overdosed
They've been waitin' patiently for Pinocchio to poke his nose
Back into the game and they know
Rap will never be the same as befo'
Bashin' in the brains of these hoes
And establishin' a name as he goes
The passion and the flame is ignited
You can't put it out once we light it
This shit is exactly what the fuck I'm talkin' about when we riot
You dealin' with a few true villains
Who stand inside of the booth, truth spillin'
And spit true feelings
Until our tooth fillings come flyin' up out of our mouths, now rewind it
Payback, motherfucker for the way that you doubted me, how's it taste?
When I slap the taste out your mouth
With the bass so loud that it shakes the place
I'm Hannibal Lecter, so just in case you're thinkin' of savin' face
You ain't gonna have no face to save
By the time I'm through with this place, so Drake
It may not mean nothin' to y'all
But understand nothing was done for me
So I don't plan on stoppin' at all
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
I'm shuttin' shit down in the mall
And tellin' every girl she the one for me
And I ain't even plannin' to call
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
Kanye West's song "Forever" is a rap anthem that celebrates his rise to fame and his success in the music industry. In the song, West expresses his commitment to his craft and his desire to continue making music forever. He also takes a moment to reflect on the past, acknowledging the people who doubted him and the obstacles he had to overcome on his journey to success.
The song features verses from three other rappers, Drake, Lil Wayne, and Eminem, each bringing their unique style to the track. Drake's verse addresses his own ambitions and his desire to leave a lasting impact in the music world. Lil Wayne's verse is braggadocious and clever, boasting about his skills as a rapper and his success in the industry. Eminem's verse is intense and confrontational, taking aim at his critics and anyone who doubts his abilities as a rapper.
Overall, "Forever" is an energetic and triumphant song that celebrates the success of four of the biggest names in hip-hop.
Line by Line Meaning
It may not mean nothin' to y'all
The significance of this may not be understood by everyone
But understand nothing was done for me
I have achieved everything on my own without any help or support
So I don't plan on stoppin' at all
I have no intention of slowing down or quitting
I want this shit forever mane, ever mane, ever mane
I desire to have this success and fame indefinitely
I'm shuttin' shit down in the mall
I am causing chaos and drawing attention wherever I go, even in the shopping mall
And tellin' every girl she the one for me
I am flirting and complimenting every girl, making them feel special
And I ain't even plannin' to call
I have no intention of maintaining a long-term relationship with any of them
Last name Ever, first name Greatest
I am the epitome of greatness, with a name that symbolizes everlasting success
Like a sprained ankle, boy, I ain't nothin' to play with
I may appear vulnerable at times, but I am not to be underestimated or taken lightly
Started off local, but thanks to all the haters
I began my career in my hometown, and it is due to the criticism and negativity from others that I have gained success
I know G-IV pilots on a first name basis
I have become so influential that I have personal connections with private jet pilots
In your city faded off the brown, Nino
I have become intoxicated in your city, enjoying the luxurious lifestyle
She insists she got more class, we know
A woman claims to have higher social standing, but we are aware that it is not true
Swimmin' in the money come and find me, Nemo
I am surrounded by wealth and abundance, like the character Nemo swimming in the sea
If I was at the club you know I balled, chemo
Whenever I am at a club, I spend extravagantly like a patient undergoing chemotherapy dropping all their hair
Dropped the mixtape, that shit sounded like an album
I released a mixtape that was of such high quality, it could have been mistaken for a full album
Who'd have thought a country wide tour'd be the outcome?
No one expected that my tour would become a nationwide phenomenon
Labels want my name beside a X, like Malcolm
Recording companies desire to associate my name with greatness, similar to how Malcolm X is regarded
Everybody got a deal, I did it without one
Many artists have signed record deals, but I achieved success without the help of one
Yeah, nigga, I'm about my business
I am fully focused and dedicated to my career
Killin' all these rappers, you would swear I had a hit list
I am dominating the rap game, defeating my competitors with ease
Everyone who doubted me is askin' for forgiveness
Those who once doubted my abilities are now seeking forgiveness and acknowledging my talent
If you ain't been a part of it, at least you got to witness
Even if you were not directly involved, you had the opportunity to witness my rise to success
Bitches
A term used to refer to women, possibly suggesting their admiration or desire for me
Ayy, ever-ever, Mr. West is in the buildin'
Hey, it's Kanye West and I am present and ready
Ain't no question who about to kill 'em
There is no doubt that I am about to impress and dominate
I used to have hood dreams, big fame, big chains
I used to aspire to achieve fame and wealth, with extravagant possessions
I stuck my dick inside this life until that bitch came
I fully immersed myself in the pursuit of a successful and luxurious lifestyle
I went hard all fall like the ball teams
Just like sports teams play with intensity during the fall season, I worked tirelessly to achieve my goals
Just so I can make it rain all spring
I put in the effort and hard work in order to enjoy a luxurious and lavish lifestyle
Y'all seen my story, my glory
Everyone has witnessed my journey and the success I have achieved
I had raped the game young, you can call it statutory
I achieved success in the music industry at a young age, metaphorically overpowering and dominating the game
When a nigga blow up they gon' build statutes for me
I am so influential and successful that they will create statues in my honor
Old money, Benjamin Button, 'What?' nothin'
I have accumulated wealth and success over time, just like the character Benjamin Button
Now it's super bad chicks givin' me McLovin
Attractive and desirable women now desire me and express their affection
You would think I ran the world like Michelle's husband
I possess such power and influence that it appears as if I control the entire world, similar to Michelle Obama's husband
You would think these niggas know me when they really doesn't
Some individuals may seem familiar with me, but in reality, they do not truly know me
Like they was down with the old me, no you fuckin' wasn't
People claim to have been connected to my past self, but they never truly were
Um, you're such a fuckin' loser
You are a complete failure and disappointment
He ain't even go to class, Bueller
He did not even attend school, similar to Ferris Bueller skipping class
Trade the Grammy plaques just to have my granny back
I would give up all my Grammy awards just to have my grandmother back
'Member she had that bad hip like a fanny pack?
Remember how my grandmother had a bad hip, echoing the image of a fanny pack?
Chasin' that stardom would turn you to a maniac
The pursuit of fame and success can drive a person to insanity
All the way in Hollywood and I can't even act
I have become famous and successful in Hollywood, but I lack the ability to act
They pull their cameras out and goddamn, he snap
As soon as people see me, they quickly take out their cameras to capture the moment
I used to want this thing forever, y'all can have it back
I once desired and chased this fame and success, but now I am willing to give it up to anyone else
Okay, hello, it's the Martian, Space Jam Jordans
Hello, this is Lil Wayne, comparing himself to a Martian wearing Space Jam-themed Jordans
I want this shit forever, wake up and smell the garden
I desire to maintain this success indefinitely, and I want everyone to recognize it
Fresher than the harvest, step up to the target
I am fresher and more current than the latest crop, ready to take on any challenge
If I had one guess, then I guess I'm just New Orleans
If I had to pick one place to represent me, I would choose New Orleans
And I will never stop like I'm runnin' from the cops
I will continue to strive and work hard, never slowing down or evading any obstacles
Hopped up in my car and told my chauffeur, 'To the top'
I confidently entered my car and instructed my driver to take me to the highest level of success
Life is such a fuckin' roller coaster then it drops
Life is full of unpredictable ups and downs, just like a roller coaster ride
But what should I scream for? This is my theme park
There is no need for me to express fear or excitement, as this journey is my personal amusement park
My minds shine even when my thoughts seem dark
Even in moments of internal struggle or darkness, my mind remains bright and vibrant
Pistol on my side, you don't wanna hear that thing talk
I carry a gun, and you do not want to experience the consequences if I were to use it
Let the king talk, check the price and pay attention
Allow me, the king, to speak and express myself, as my words hold great value
Lil Wayne, that's what they gotta say or mention
People often mention or reference Lil Wayne when discussing me
I'm like Nevada in the middle of the summer
I am as hot and influential as Nevada in the middle of the summer season
I'm restin' in the lead, I need a pillow and a cover
I am comfortably in first place, unchallenged, and in need of rest
Shh, my foot's sleepin' on the gas
Quiet down, as my foot remains pressed on the accelerator, ready to speed ahead
No brake pads, no such thing as last, uh
There are no brakes to slow me down, and the concept of being last does not exist in my life
There they go, packin' stadiums as Shady spits his flow
Crowds are gathering in stadiums to witness Eminem deliver his incredible raps
Nuts they go, Macadamian, they go so ballistic, whoa
The audience reacts with excitement and enthusiasm, going crazy like Macadamia nuts
He can make them look like bozos
Eminem has the ability to make others appear foolish or idiotic
He's wondering if he should spit this slow
Eminem contemplates whether he should rap at a slower pace or not
Fuck no, go for broke, his cup just runneth over, oh no
Absolutely not, he should give it his all, as he has an abundance of talent and success
He ain't had him a buzz like this since the last time he overdosed
Eminem has not had this level of buzz or excitement surrounding him since his last drug overdose
They've been waitin' patiently for Pinocchio to poke his nose
Fans have been eagerly awaiting Eminem's return to the music scene
Back into the game and they know
His return to the industry is anticipated and recognized
Rap will never be the same as befor'
Eminem's style and impact on rap music will forever change the genre
Bashin' in the brains of these hoes
He is lyrically attacking and criticizing women
And establishin' a name as he goes
As he continues his career, he solidifies and reinforces his reputation
The passion and the flame is ignited
The intense enthusiasm and energy within Eminem is sparked
You can't put it out once we light it
Once the fire within him is ignited, it cannot be extinguished
This shit is exactly what the fuck I'm talkin' about when we riot
This is the kind of excitement and energy he aims to create and evoke during riots
You dealin' with a few true villains
You are interacting with a small group of genuine and ruthless individuals
Who stand inside of the booth, truth spillin'
These individuals are unafraid to speak their minds and be honest while recording music
And spit true feelings
They express genuine emotions and sentiments through their lyrics
Until our tooth fillings come flyin' up out of our mouths, now rewind it
Their intense and honest rapping will shake them to their core, causing their tooth fillings to be jolted out of their mouths
Payback, motherfucker for the way that you got at me, how's it taste?
Revenge is being sought after to repay the disrespectful actions of someone, asking them how it feels
When I slap the taste out your mouth
He will physically and metaphorically remove their arrogance and disrespect
With the bass so loud that it shakes the place
The loud and powerful bass in his music causes the entire place to tremble
I'm Hannibal Lecter, so just in case you're thinkin' of savin' face
He compares himself to the fictional character Hannibal Lecter, warning his enemies that saving face will not work
You ain't gonna have no face to save
They will have no reputation or dignity left to salvage
By the time I'm through with this place, so Drake
Once he is finished with his attack, the place will be in ruins, similar to the artist Drake
Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy
Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Matthew Jehu Samuels, Aubrey Drake Graham, Dwayne Carter, Kanye Omari West, Marshall B. Mathers III
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Facts YouTube is the closest we will ever get to a time machine an Eminem killed his part
There they go, packin' stadiums as Shady spits his flow
Nuts they go, Macadamian, they go so ballistic, whoa
He can make them look like bozos
He's wonderin' if he should spit this slow, fuck no
Go for broke, his cup just runneth over, oh no
He ain't had him a buzz like this
Since the last time that he overdosed
They been waitin' patiently for Pinocchio to poke his nose
Back into the game and they know
Rap will never be the same as befo'
Bashin' in the brains of these hoes
And establishin' a name as he goes
The passion in the flame is ignited
You can't put it out once we light it
This shit is exactly what the fuck
That I'm talkin' about when we riot
You dealin' with a few true villains
Who stand inside of a booth, truth-spillin'
And spit true feelings until our tooth fillings
Come flyin' up out of our mouths, now, rewind it
Payback, motherfucker
For the way that you doubted me, how's it taste?
When I slap the taste outta your mouth
With the bass so loud that it shakes the place
I'm Hannibal Lecter, so just in case you're thinkin' of savin' face
You ain't gonna have no face to save
By the time I'm through with this place, so Drake
@brandonayong5823
This was when Drake and Wayne were taking over rap and Kanye was the biggest rapper around. Eminem had been out of rap for 4 years due to depression. He came back sober and reminded everyone he is here for multiple decades
@aayushverma9681
Yo so true
@Steven-uk2fz
Wayne had already taken over rap like a year prior
@vc5917
That Eminem Eminem verse gives me chills man
@trey.l.g.7617
Wayne has already took over way before, he was at the tail end of his peak here
@warrennowell8396
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@chrisg3492
The fact that Drake, Lil Wayne, Kanye & Eminem are on a song together
@jesus3300
Glad i scrolled down lol was thinking the exact same
@chrisg3492
Jesus D. Hernandez literally every single artist can be considered the GOAT of Rap
@jesus3300
@@chrisg3492 honestly, it's preference of choice, to each his own.