Theme Song
Killah Priest Lyrics


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[Intro: Killah Priest]
Theme song..

[Chorus: Killah Priest]
Have you really understood what Priesthood means?
Royal Kings turn fiend chasing hood dreams
Bring it back, it ain't hard as things seem
I speak the facts as the tracks made the hood theme
Have you really understood what Priesthood means?
Royal Kings turn fiend chasing hood dreams

[Killah Priest]
Song of a rose, mass in a tinted window, they play my intro
I walk like I waltz in the road, instrumental
Have a nigga sentimental, statues and monumental
The kind that Ghengis Khan was sent to
Sorta like Islamic temples and castles with demonic symbols
My armors ripped too, Imma spit two
The promise that I give you to the virtue that's on my garment
I'm Godsent, my right hand raised, I'm honest, pay homage
I lay in garbage with the hiphoppers, ya'll think about it
Theme song

Chorus

[Killah Priest]
When King Tut closed his eyes, I opened up mine
Felt the pulse in my spine, I choked and I whined
I was sent here by God to bring hope to my kind
First words was a note I spoke in a rhyme
My album'll touch you like the death of Malcom
Comes in CDs, cassettes, internet, and volumes
I was raised by a certain column on my info
I know the CIA got 'em, they want me to stay at the bottom
But I rise to the top, why not? my glock, spies watch
But they can't do me nothing, because we kings
This my theme song, and this is how I sing
Theme song

[Chorus - first four lines only]

[Killah Priest]
Preach the novel, sit upon a seat of marbel, teach the Gospel
Street apostle, found my name engraved deep in fossils
I spray bullets at you, eat your hollows
Make it hard for you to even swallow
You be that way until you reach Diablo
Bet your family's gonna weep tomorrow
Ya'll walk the path that the Reaper follows
Sorta like the cat in Sleepy Hollow
Ya'll get wacked, I pack a burner like the heat and charcoal
Build my castle like the Count Draco'
God forbid when I let the gat blow, my hat low
Despite a belief, the trap door, spinning webs with leads
Ya'll get clapped and that's that, with the rap flow
Theme song





[Chorus - first four lines only]

Overall Meaning

The song "Theme Song" by Killah Priest is a triumphant declaration of his Priesthood and his journey through life. Throughout the song, Killah Priest references his journey, from his rough beginnings in the hood, to his realization of his Priesthood, and his ascent to his royal position. The chorus repeats the refrain, "Have you really understood what Priesthood means? Royal Kings turn fiend chasing hood dreams," emphasizing the importance of understanding and recognizing one's true identity in order to avoid selling oneself short.


Killah Priest discusses his identity as being "sent here by God" to bring hope to his people. He speaks of his album as being a source of enlightenment, stating that it "touches you like the death of Malcom." He recognizes the obstacles that he faces, including the CIA and those who seek to keep him down, but he remains steadfast, asserting that "they can't do me nothing, because we kings." The song's title becomes a phrase of empowerment for Priest and his listeners alike.


Line by Line Meaning

Theme song..
The song serves as an introduction to Killah Priest's message and theme.


Have you really understood what Priesthood means?
The rapper challenges the audience to fully comprehend the concept of Priesthood.


Royal Kings turn fiend chasing hood dreams
The pursuit of material wealth and status can corrupt even those born into privilege.


Bring it back, it ain't hard as things seem
The solution to societal problems and struggles may be simpler than they appear.


I speak the facts as the tracks made the hood theme
The rapper conveys the harsh realities of life in the inner city through his music.


Song of a rose, mass in a tinted window, they play my intro
The song serves as a beautiful yet somber opening to an often harsh and unforgiving world.


I walk like I waltz in the road, instrumental
The rapper moves with grace and purpose despite the obstacles he faces.


Have a nigga sentimental, statues and monumental
The rapper is moved by the grandeur and beauty of his surroundings even in the midst of poverty and violence.


Sorta like Islamic temples and castles with demonic symbols
The rapper draws comparisons between seemingly opposing elements in his environment.


My armors ripped too, Imma spit two
The rapper is fearless and unafraid to fight for what he believes in.


The promise that I give you to the virtue that's on my garment
The rapper is guided by a strong moral compass that he wears like a piece of clothing.


I'm Godsent, my right hand raised, I'm honest, pay homage
The rapper sees himself as a divine messenger and a force for good in the world.


I lay in garbage with the hiphoppers, ya'll think about it
The rapper is humble and willing to be part of the community he represents.


When King Tut closed his eyes, I opened up mine
The rapper feels a spiritual connection to ancient history and mythology.


Felt the pulse in my spine, I choked and I whined
The rapper is overcome with emotion and feels deeply connected to his craft.


I was sent here by God to bring hope to my kind
The rapper believes that he has a greater purpose and mission in life.


First words was a note I spoke in a rhyme
The rapper's music is a form of expression and personal communication with his listeners.


My album'll touch you like the death of Malcom
The rapper's music has a profound impact on his audience and can evoke strong emotions.


Comes in CDs, cassettes, internet, and volumes
The rapper's music is accessible and available in various formats and platforms.


I was raised by a certain column on my info
The rapper draws influence and inspiration from specific sources and experiences in his upbringing.


I know the CIA got 'em, they want me to stay at the bottom
The rapper recognizes systemic injustice and oppression and how they may impact his ability to succeed and be heard.


But I rise to the top, why not? my glock, spies watch
The rapper refuses to be held down by external forces and is willing to fight for his place in the world.


But they can't do me nothing, because we kings
The rapper has a strong sense of self-worth and pride in his cultural identity.


Preach the novel, sit upon a seat of marbel, teach the Gospel
The rapper aspires to convey his message with a sense of grandeur and importance.


Street apostle, found my name engraved deep in fossils
The rapper sees himself as part of a long line of artists and thinkers who have left their mark on history.


I spray bullets at you, eat your hollows
The rapper employs aggressive language and imagery to convey a sense of power and control.


Make it hard for you to even swallow
The rapper wants to leave a lasting impression on his listeners and challenge them to think deeply about his words.


Ya'll walk the path that the Reaper follows
The rapper sees the dangers and pitfalls in the lifestyle that many youth in his community follow.


Sorta like the cat in Sleepy Hollow
The rapper continues to draw comparisons between disparate elements in his environment.


Ya'll get wacked, I pack a burner like the heat and charcoal
The rapper wields a dangerous weapon and will not hesitate to use it to defend himself and his community.


Build my castle like the Count Draco'
The rapper uses imagery of castles and royalty to convey a sense of power and authority.


God forbid when I let the gat blow, my hat low
The rapper acknowledges the danger and seriousness of his lyrics and choices.


Despite a belief, the trap door, spinning webs with leads
The rapper recognizes that his path is not always straightforward and may contain hidden dangers.


Ya'll get clapped and that's that, with the rap flow
The rapper's lyrics and music are powerful and have real-world consequences.




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Written by: JAY BLUMENFIELD, SANDY SMALLENS, TIM QUIRK, TOMMY VINTON

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Comments from YouTube:

wes amy

Priest is in my top 5, love the instrumental in this song!!!

Steven Mccormick

the sample is an Allen Parsons Project song... my favorite KP track

TheGeneralsHQ

Man this just hits different. KP will always be number 1 in my eyes.

Crafty Spirit

This song has some of the best beats I ever heard, it's in the same league as Liquid Swords, ATLiens, Jedi Mind Tricks' first two albums, or Dirty Acres. Really, I'm overwhelmed, and this guitar solo... Killah Priest dropped a classic album and most don't even know

S. Crockett

One of my favorite KP songs of all time.

Alan Gregory

One of my favourite KP joints - does this track remind anyone else of where ya heart at by Mobb Deep? No, just me then!

Moose Stubbings

I imagine these words bouncing around through space and time
Transmitted on frequencies higher than our design
Affected by gravity on an infinite line
These words have power like Ghostbusters slime
Charging my mind with positive energy time after time
We must create and affirmate before were nailed inside the pine
I prefer to be 6 ft over wearing linen Sox
Cooling my heels living my life according to each one of Jahs dreadlox💯

Moose Stubbings

This beat reminds me of simpler times💯

GeneralWisefool

Legendary and epic classic, had the cd on release date.

Armadon

OMG this is Real HIP HOP DEFINITELY TOP 5 DOA

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