Murray was introduced to Erick Sermon of EPMD by K-Solo. Sermon would feature Murray on his album No Pressure on the Single "Hostile". Murray quickly established himself as one of the most creative lyricists in the industry with his first album The Most Beautifullest Thing in This World, released in 1994 on Jive Records. The title track from this album remains Murray's biggest solo hit. This album was given 4 mics by The Source.
Murray's second album Enigma was released in 1996 on Jive. It received similar ratings from critics, but it was not quite as commercially successful as the previous album. In 1998, The Def Squad covered "Rapper's Delight" by the Sugarhill Gang. They would later release their own album,El Niño (album). Murray's third album It's a Beautiful Thing was released in 1999 while he was in prison. Like the previous album, it received relatively good reviews, but it showed yet another drop in sales. Murray also appeared on the song "Home Alone" by R. Kelly. In 2001, Murray's return to the music industry was announced with a memorable verse on "Fatty Girl." This song was featured on The Good Life, a compilation of songs for Fubu.
While he was in prison, Murray began writing for his next solo album. Upon his release, he would leave Jive and sign with Def Jam. He's Keith Murray was released in 2003. Murray chose this title because the album represents him, but many fans saw it as an obvious attempt at crossover success because of singles like "Candy Bar" featuring Patti Austin. The album also featured the single "Yeah, Yeah U Know It." This song has guest appearances from fellow Def Squad members Redman and Erick Sermon. Murray dedicated "Christina" to his sister. That same year, Murray was featured on the video game Def Jam Vendetta.
In 2004,he was featured in mantis's song Day By Day which was about street life and children. It was very emotional and touching in which means we should change the world.
Keith Murray's vocals / crowd hyping skills appear on the songs; "Elektrobank" by the Chemical Brothers from their album "Dig You Own Hole" and also is on Redman and Method Mans album "Black Out 2".
Radio
Keith Murray Lyrics
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Intro:
Rock on. All my peoples up top rock on. All my peoples down low rock on. All
my peoples on the left rock on. All my peoples on the right. Word up. Def
Squad rock on.
Verse 1:
Ask your chronicles splatter crews all you hear is ahh and ouhs
Time to face the music bring you down to Earth like Poppa Smurf
I'm worldwide like on the web in your turf
With full fledge rap pack with anxiety attacks
For those that thought I wouldn't be back
With that bone chillin' horror killin' all on goin' drama
Save the rah rah for your mama
Bragadoshis prone to static
Come through the jam and wreck the mic by force of habit
Tantalizin' make you feel good like cryin'
I can't be dissed so you can stop tryin'
And Keith Murray will prevail
So you can eat a shit sandwich and go to hell
Hook:
I got the skunky funky illest funk flow
For the glamorous scandalous world of radio
"now this song is from all of us to all of them" (x2)
Verse 2:
Yo I throw the beat up in the cobra clutch
Hit it with the Midas touch
Dig up in the mic just like a gold rush
Never ran never felt the need to run
They know not to come cause they all get some
I'm still fabulous still mackadoshis
My dj still cut it the closest
So who's an error when's a never?
I melt through your butter leather
And then I splatter through your Gucci sweater
Deep as a river in a ragin' flood
I come with open arms showin' nothin' but love
Comin' less than zero modern day hero
Deliver hot shit just like Dominos
Keep it movin' or get it on
Cause money talks and bullshit runs the marathon word is bond
Non stoppin' mic shockin' bottles poppin'
Word up son you we keep it rockin'
Hook
Verse 3:
I'm like a character and my life is a movie
Groupies step to me
Do me
Try to sue me
Because I make a record got money in a car
I'm a star?
Naw naw naw that's bullshit paw
In the black range look ya never ever worry
Parked in the front I hear voices sayin' "That's Keith Murray"
The name of the game is fame
You know the price you recognize the God like Christ
Masses of posses packed up schemin'
Ladies love me they keep on screamin'
Expressin' all the feelin' of the world today
Some might listen to my music and try to say
Nothin' other than "Yo this shit is dope"
And in the everyday life struggle Murray goes for broke
From day to day month to month year to year
I swear I tear any mic any stage anywhere
I be the standards of which excellence is measured
So for me to rock all day it'll be my pleasure
Hook
Keith Murray's song "Radio" features a smooth, understated beat with simple, repetitive instrumentation that leaves lots of room for Murray's rhymes to shine. The opening verse is a showcase for Murray's lyrical dexterity and his knack for playful, rhythmic wordplay. He raps about being a "supersonical ginintonical" with the ability to "splatter crews" and his worldwide reach, comparing himself to the internet in terms of his omnipresence. Murray's confidence and bravado come through strong in lines like "I can't be dissed so you can stop tryin'" and "Keith Murray will prevail/So you can eat a shit sandwich and go to hell." The chorus is a simple, catchy celebration of Murray's "skunky funky illest funk flow" and his status as a champion of the radio airwaves. Murray's second verse keeps up the relentless swagger with boasts about his rhyming skills and ability to melt through butter leather and Gucci sweaters. He also reflects on the trappings of fame and the price of success, recognizing that some may try to sue him or take advantage of his wealth. In the end, though, Murray is resolute in his commitment to excellence and promises to keep rocking any mic or stage anywhere.
Line by Line Meaning
Well it's the supersonical ginintonical
I am the greatest of all time
Ask your chronicles splatter crews all you hear is ahh and ouhs
My rhymes are so ruthless that they leave my opponents speechless
Time to face the music bring you down to Earth like Poppa Smurf
It's time for you to acknowledge my superiority and come back down to reality
I'm worldwide like on the web in your turf
My fame and influence can be felt all around the world, even in your area
With full fledge rap pack with anxiety attacks
I am backed by a full team of skilled rappers who are ready to take on anyone, causing fear and panic in our opponents
For those that thought I wouldn't be back
For those who thought I was gone, here I am again
With that bone chillin' horror killin' all on goin' drama
My rhymes are so cold and deadly that they can cause a chilling effect and put an end to any situation or conflict
Save the rah rah for your mama
Don't bother hyping yourself up or trying to impress me, save it for your mother
Bragadoshis prone to static
I tend to be arrogant and confrontational, always ready to take on anyone who challenges me
Come through the jam and wreck the mic by force of habit
I have a habit of always destroying the microphone whenever I perform
Tantalizin' make you feel good like cryin'
My music is so amazing that it can bring you to tears of joy
I can't be dissed so you can stop tryin'
You can't insult or put me down, so don't even bother trying
And Keith Murray will prevail
I will always come out on top and win in any situation
So you can eat a shit sandwich and go to hell
You can suffer the consequences of your actions and go away
I got the skunky funky illest funk flow
My music has a unique and amazing style that stands out
For the glamorous scandalous world of radio
My music is made for the exciting and controversial world of radio
"now this song is from all of us to all of them" (x2)
This song is dedicated from us to our listeners and fans
Yo I throw the beat up in the cobra clutch
I take control of the beat and make it mine
Hit it with the Midas touch
I make the beat sound golden and amazing
Dig up in the mic just like a gold rush
I rap with an intensity and determination that's similar to a gold rush
Never ran never felt the need to run
I have never backed down or felt the need to run away from a challenge
They know not to come cause they all get some
My opponents know better than to challenge me, since they will inevitably lose
I'm still fabulous still mackadoshis
I am still amazing and confident, always ready to take on anyone
My dj still cut it the closest
My DJ is always on point and precise with the beats
So who's an error when's a never?
Who can ever make a mistake when I am perfect and never do?
I melt through your butter leather
My rhymes are so hot that they can melt through any material
And then I splatter through your Gucci sweater
I can destroy anything, even something as expensive as a Gucci sweater
Deep as a river in a ragin' flood
My rhymes run deep and powerful like a raging flood
I come with open arms showin' nothin' but love
Despite my aggressive and confrontational style, I am always showing love and respect to my fans and supporters
Comin' less than zero modern day hero
I started from nothing and became a hero for the modern age
Deliver hot shit just like Dominos
I always deliver amazing music that's fast and hot, just like Domino's Pizza
Keep it movin' or get it on
Either keep up with me or prepare for a challenge
Cause money talks and bullshit runs the marathon word is bond
In the world of music, money and success speak louder than anything else
Non stoppin' mic shockin' bottles poppin'
I can keep rapping non-stop, shocking the audience, and partying all night long
Word up son you we keep it rockin'
I will keep the music going strong and rock with my fans all night long
I'm like a character and my life is a movie
My life is so interesting and unique that it can be compared to a movie
Groupies step to me do me try to sue me
I attract a lot of groupies who try to use me or take advantage of me
Because I make a record got money in a car
People envy me because I am successful and have material possessions like money and cars
I'm a star? Naw naw naw that's bullshit paw
I don't consider myself a star, and I don't like it when people treat me like one
In the black range look ya never ever worry
I drive a black Range Rover and I'm never worried about anything
Parked in the front I hear voices sayin' "That's Keith Murray"
Whenever I park my car in the front, people recognize me and say my name
The name of the game is fame
In the music industry, fame is everything
You know the price you recognize the God like Christ
If you want to be famous, you have to pay the price and accept me as a godly figure like Jesus Christ
Masses of posses packed up schemin'
There are a lot of people who are trying to get ahead in the music industry, some of whom may be scheming or plotting against me
Ladies love me they keep on screamin'
I am very attractive to women, and they can't get enough of me
Expressin' all the feelin' of the world today
My music is a reflection of the thoughts and emotions that people feel in today's society
Some might listen to my music and try to say, Nothin' other than "Yo this shit is dope"
People who listen to my music will appreciate how amazing and awesome it is
And in the everyday life struggle Murray goes for broke
In the struggles of everyday life, I always push myself to the limit and take risks to get ahead
From day to day month to month year to year
I have maintained my success and fame over long periods of time
I swear I tear any mic any stage anywhere
I can perform and destroy the microphone and the stage anywhere I go
I be the standards of which excellence is measured
I have set the standard for what is considered excellent in the music industry
So for me to rock all day it'll be my pleasure
I will never get tired of performing and making music, it's my pleasure to do so
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: EDWARD THEODORE RILEY, KEITH OMAR MURRAY, ERICK S. SERMON, TIMOTHY WILLIAM GATLING, GENE GRIFFIN, AARON ROBIN III HALL, DOUGLAS L. DAVIS, ELDRA P. DE BARGE, WILLIAM RANDALL DEBARGE, ETTERLENE JORDAN
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