LMNO was introduced to the music industry in late 80's early 90's witnessing at first hand the N.W.A. legacy, (see the LMNO's cameo appearance in the D.O.C.'s "Formula" video with Dr. Dre). LMNO was recruited by Rhyme Syndicate to be in his first group with fellow Visionaries member Key-Kool. After the group disbanded, LMNO worked on various demo projects until his debut on the Circle of Power (of Blak Forest) album. LMNO then contributed works on the Blak Forest crew album "You are Now Entering."
With the West Coast Underground and it's rising star Ras Kass grabbing the attention of the hip-hop world, heads on the West and East tuned into Key-Kool & Rhettmatic's "E=MC5," a posse cut featuring Ras Kass and his crew Western Hemisfear; ironically, the "white kid" from Long Beach named LMNO shocked audiences with the infamous "Don't f--- with LMNO, or I'll send your demo tape to Jerry Heller" From that point, LMNO began gaining attention, and could very well have fallen into the "shock-line rapper" category, yet, this spiritually maturing artist chose quite a different path, and left the "tongue & cheek" style for others to exploit.
Charging forward as a spiritual soldier, with faith and JAH as motivation, LMNO began evolving as an artist and a person. After shaping and voicing his views on the Visionaries albums "Galleries" and "Sophomore Jinx," LMNO was ready for his debut solo effort. His debut 12 inch sleeper cult-classic "Hit the Fence," as well as the popular 12" inch releases "Radiant" and "Grin & Bear It" had heads waiting for a full length album.
LMNO's "Leave My Name Out" (Up Above Records) includes his popular singles, along with brilliant LMNO/MadLib team-up "Head Lock," yet it is the spiritually truthful, life-driven songs that seemed most appropriately reflective of the times in which the album was released: just after the tragic events of 9/11.
LMNO has been putting in much work with Visionaries doing numerous shows, recordings and touring. LMNO is currently promoting his third album " P's & Q's " IN STORES NOW on UP ABOVE RECORDS/CAROLINE DISTRIBUTION.
LMNO is still putting in much work with Visionaries doing numerous shows, recordings and touring. He is currently promoting his fifth album "WORKETHIC" IN STORES Jan. 23rd on Technicali Sound / Super D Distribution... Give Thanks & GOD BLESS
Commercial Rap
LMNO Lyrics
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Like your bones have there mind of theirs own
Like no one's waiting
Like no one's watching
Move
Look stupid
Be shameless
MoveLike the floor is empty
Like your heart is full
Move like an ape
Don't walk. away
Jockey or nothing
The lyrics to LMNO's song "Commercial Rap" are a powerful call to action for listeners to disregard societal expectations and express themselves freely. The chorus is particularly compelling, urging individuals to "move like [their] bones have their mind of their own" and to "look stupid" and "be shameless". The lyrics not only encourage physical movement, but also promote emotional and mental liberation, encouraging individuals to let go of their fears and insecurities and move like no one is watching.
The reference to "commercial rap" in the song's title and lyrics is a direct critique of the mainstream hip-hop industry, which is often criticized for promoting materialism, misogyny, and other negative values. By calling on listeners to reject this kind of music and embrace their own unique creativity, LMNO is advocating for a more authentic and positive form of hip-hop that truly represents the diversity and richness of the culture.
Line by Line Meaning
Move
Take action
Like your bones have their mind of their own
Move freely and uninhibited, letting your body lead the way
Like no one's waiting
Do not be restrained by expectations or pressure from others
Like no one's watching
Be completely yourself without fear of judgement or criticism
Look stupid
Do not be intimidated by the opinions of others and be willing to be vulnerable
Be shameless
Do not hold back or feel embarrassed about your actions
Move
Continue to take action
Like the floor is empty
Dance with abandon and as though there is no one else in the room
Like your heart is full
Perform with passion and wholeheartedness
Move like an ape
Move wildly and instinctually, without restraint or inhibition
Don't walk away
Do not give up or abandon your goals
Jockey or nothing
Put in 100% effort and strive for success
Contributed by Caden C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.