Syntax Era
Leaders of the New School Lyrics


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[Chorus]
Dinco, Dinco, Go Dinco
Go Charlie, Charlie go
Charlie. Go Busta, Busta
Go Busta. You know we got style

When it comes to shout outs
Boogie Brown is here don't fear.
The clear just step to it. Now I drive.
Come alive from the bottom to the top.
Temptation or confusion makes you want to stop.
But? (I know you, and you know me)
C.B.M.C. Given to me by Chuck D.
That's deep as I look at all the videos.
Wack stage shows, wack page flows.
Biters non-rhythm writers. (Example the sample).
It was an age under and a stage back.
The girlie's screaming she's having a cardiac.
Like epileptic seizures no
Amnesia comatose double dose Anesthesia.
Damn. (damn) should I say.
What are you doing! , I dare at your stare so yo
Come do me, it's done or rather should I say it's on.
The mental instrumental I continue with.
My song yeah we've got jumping jerks with no understandings of
The East Coast stomp. Fam understand.
Several other brothers watch our videos the vidiots discover.

(It's just another case) Wow! (Base).
Why is everybody always picking on me.
Now let's see our games played.
I'm Donkey Kong fat freak the notes.
Flip the script run the jewels.
(The Leaders Of The New School).
Yet I shine when I rhyme (You know, you know)
Always remember the scenario.

Syntax Era

[Chorus]

For the Harper Valley Pete's sake tea makes.
A great ace in a hole
You cheated gold, only sold to who
Was told now trembling remembering
When I timberland and down listen wait.
Who's that coming around sounding like that sound.
I guess it's Dinco, Milo, Busta, and Bro! wn.
Four minds of two kinds run one with the sun.
I love my father, mother, my brother, and the sisters
That come from all over the place to trace the base.
Inspector Clouseau I wonder is true though.
Oh no, no more security.
Nets straight human casualties
call for raw regrets in beat societies.
Lessons must speak,
Stand be strong. Keep away from weak in the years long.
Life leaders let loose leading leftbacks.
And misguided youth letting leaks lack.
Levels of truth. Look ma' no hands.
Lend likes lots of love only lasting cause I'm asking.
Could we be above average not savage,
But near newly more duty, more than terror.
Peace to my girl.
"Whoops? Syntax Era!

[Chorus]

Copy cat do this, do that.
want to do something ?
Do this.
Chicky chaka chubaka.
Gitty getty gothca.
Ah man, all of a sudden people say I be buggin'
Rugged culture musikal Hip-Hop! I be lovin'
Gimme, gimme, gimme something.
Gimme something for nothing.
Rich blood sucker of the poor I see you.
Hickory, dickory.
Hay watch out for the trickery.
What happened to creativity, dignity, integrity.
Hey Mr. Sneaky-one don't try to read my mind.
Just worry about getting yours, because I'm getting mines.
Leaders made a commitment to keep this type of music.
Livin' forever.
Whatever, whatever.
We live in an era where errors aren't made to
Remain an error, but I think that's kinda better.
Understand that word and how you use it.
Rap is business music, Hip-Hop is cultural music.
Now you get to see the one sun getting super dumb.
Dance around because you know that we doin' it for fun.
Flippin' and trippin'.
You little sorry sucker you slippin'
Lay over my lap bacause I'm gonna
Give you a whippen.
Trippin', dippin' and winin'
Stop the damn crying.
I don't know what you tryi! n'
You better stop lyin'.
With correct intellect, wetter, bigger and better.
As I come straight.
Check my Syntax Era.

Word to God, 1993, shit is solid.

[Chorus 2]

We are the L. (What!)
We are the O. (What!)
We are the N. (What!)
We are the S. (What!)





[Chorus: Repeats]

Overall Meaning

The song "Syntax Era" by Leaders of the New School, consists of three verses and two choruses. The chorus repeats three of the groupโ€™s members' names before dropping to the main claim, "You know we got style."


The first verse depicts the lead singer boasting the Crewโ€™s unique style, Chuck D of Public Enemy gave them the acronym "C.B.M.C.", which stood for โ€œCharlie Brown Must Control," giving tribute to the group's motivational force. The song highlights the ineptitude of other rappers, and how they resort to theft to make their music sound better. There is a reference to having seizures, which might reflect how the group feels about the music industry.


In the second verse, Dinco melds together different topics, starting with a reference to Harper Valley P.T.A. and ending with a shout-out to his girl. He namedrops Inspector Clouseau from The Pink Panther, handles the gamehopping Donkey Kong, and touches on the need to stay resilient amidst hard times. Dinco also emphasizes the importance of creativity and integrity in the Hip Hop community.


The final verse starts with "Copy cat do this, do that," a call-out to those who lack creativity and talent. Leaders of the New School vow to stay true to Hip Hop not only as a business but also a culture. The song concludes with the chorus repeated twice.


Line by Line Meaning

Dinco, Dinco, Go Dinco
Encouragement for Dinco to take the lead in the song.


Go Charlie, Charlie go
Encouragement for Charlie to contribute his part in the song.


Charlie. Go Busta, Busta
Encouragement for Busta Rhymes to take the lead in the song after Charlie's part.


Go Busta. You know we got style
Confidence in their unique style of music and performance.


When it comes to shout outs
Acknowledging the common practice of giving shout outs to friends and supporters in songs.


Boogie Brown is here don't fear.
Referring to a friend and supporter by their name.


The clear just step to it. Now I drive.
Encouraging the audience to join in and enjoy the music, while taking control of leading the song.


Come alive from the bottom to the top.
Invoking a sense of vibrancy and energy.


Temptation or confusion makes you want to stop.
Acknowledging the challenges and temptations that may hinder progress or success.


But? (I know you, and you know me)
A pause and a reminder that the audience and the performers share a connection and understanding of each other.


C.B.M.C. Given to me by Chuck D.
Referring to a hip hop music collective or movement, and its originator.


That's deep as I look at all the videos.
Reflecting on the deeper meanings and cultural significance of hip hop music.


Wack stage shows, wack page flows.
Critiquing poor quality music performances and lyrics.


Biters non-rhythm writers. (Example the sample).
Referring to those who copy and plagiarize without adding their own creativity or originality.


It was an age under and a stage back.
Reflecting on an earlier time or era, a different and more authentic stage of hip hop music.


The girlie's screaming she's having a cardiac.
Describing the enthusiastic response of female fans.


Like epileptic seizures no
Drawing a comparison to the emotional intensity and unpredictability of seizures.


Amnesia comatose double dose Anesthesia.
Using medical terminology to describe the overwhelming impact of the music on the listener.


Damn. (damn) should I say.
Expressing surprise or disbelief at the impact of the music and the audience response.


What are you doing! , I dare at your stare so yo
Challenging the audience to engage with and enjoy the music.


Come do me, it's done or rather should I say it's on.
Encouraging the audience to join in and participate in the music.


The mental instrumental I continue with.
Describing the mental and creative process of composing and performing the music.


My song yeah we've got jumping jerks with no understandings of
Acknowledging that some fans may not fully understand the cultural significance or deeper meanings of the music.


The East Coast stomp. Fam understand.
Referring to a specific style or rhythm of music that is unique to the East Coast hip hop scene, and calling on fans to understand and appreciate it.


Several other brothers watch our videos the vidiots discover.
Acknowledging the popularity and impact of their music videos on fans and viewers.


(It's just another case) Wow! (Base).
Commenting on the simplicity and repetitive nature of some hip hop beats and lyrics.


Why is everybody always picking on me.
A rhetorical question expressing frustration or annoyance at criticism or judgment.


Now let's see our games played.
Reflecting on the competitive nature of the music industry.


I'm Donkey Kong fat freak the notes.
Using the metaphor of a video game character to describe oneself as a unique and creative musician.


Flip the script run the jewels.
Switching up the lyrics and rhythms to create something new and exciting.


(The Leaders Of The New School).
Reminding listeners of the performers' music collective and their role as leaders of a new generation of hip hop artists.


Yet I shine when I rhyme (You know, you know)
Expressing confidence and pride in one's ability to perform and create music.


Always remember the scenario.
Reminding listeners to pay attention to the context and reality of the world around them.


For the Harper Valley Pete's sake tea makes.
Using a play on words to create a humorous and unique opening phrase for the next section.


A great ace in a hole
Referring to the beneficial qualities of tea and how it can be a secret weapon in life.


You cheated gold, only sold to who
Calling out those who are dishonest, selfish, and manipulative for their own gain.


Was told now trembling remembering
Reflecting on the consequences of dishonesty and being exposed and terrified when the truth is revealed.


When I timberland and down listen wait.
Using the brand name of Timberland boots to describe a moment of pause and reflection.


Who's that coming around sounding like that sound.
Asking rhetorically who the performers are and what their unique sound is like.


I guess it's Dinco, Milo, Busta, and Bro! wn.
Listing the names of the performers in a playful and rhyming way.


Four minds of two kinds run one with the sun.
Describing how the performers work together as a team and bring their unique talents and perspectives to produce great music.


I love my father, mother, my brother, and the sisters
Expressing love and respect for family and community members.


That come from all over the place to trace the base.
Acknowledging the diversity and richness of the hip hop community, and how it brings people together around a shared culture and passion for music.


Inspector Clouseau I wonder is true though.
Referring to a famous fictional detective character and posing a rhetorical question about truth and reality.


Oh no, no more security.
Reflecting on how the performers may no longer need the protection or security measures they once required.


Nets straight human casualties call for raw regrets in beat societies.
Metaphorically equating the casualties of hip hop music with the casualties of war, and the need for accountability and reflection in both contexts.


Lessons must speak,
Acknowledging the educational and instructive role that music can play in society.


Stand be strong. Keep away from weak in the years long.
Encouraging listeners to be strong and resilient in the face of adversity and to avoid people or behaviors that could bring them down over the long term.


Life leaders let loose leading leftbacks.
Describing how the performers as leaders encourage others to break free from constraints and limitations.


And misguided youth letting leaks lack.
Highlighting the problems and challenges that young people face in hip hop culture, including vulnerability and lack of guidance.


Levels of truth. Look ma' no hands.
Reflecting on the different layers of truth and meaning in hip hop music, and invoking a sense of wonder and freedom.


Lend likes lots of love only lasting cause I'm asking.
Expressing a desire for love and support from the audience and community, in a playful and rhyming way.


Could we be above average not savage,
Asking a rhetorical question about the human potential for greatness and creativity over destruction and violence.


But near newly more duty, more than terror.
Aspiring for a new and better way of living, more focused on duty and responsibility than fear and terror.


Peace to my girl.
Sending greetings and love to a female friend or fan.


"Whoops? Syntax Era!
Using a humorous and creative phrase to end the song and make a statement about hip hop culture and language.


We are the L. (What!)
Proudly declaring the performers are part of a music collective or movement called The Leaders of the New School.


We are the O. (What!)
Continuing to spell out the name of the music collective in a playful and dynamic way.


We are the N. (What!)
Continuing to spell out the name of the music collective in a playful and dynamic way.


We are the S. (What!)
Continuing to spell out the name of the music collective in a playful and dynamic way.


Chorus repeats throughout the song.
Referring to the repeated lyrics and rhythms of the chorus, which help to unify the song and create a memorable hook for listeners.




Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BRIAN THOMAS HIGGINS, JAMES JACKSON, MARLON MAURICE KING, PATRICE HAYES, SCOTT SHELDON, TREVOR SMITH

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Comments from YouTube:

CHIP7

This aged like fine wine.I had this on cassette once apon a time.Busta has had one the greatest runs in rap history ๐Ÿ”ฅ

wkramlin

Dinco and Charlie go super hard on this...then Busta comes in and I'm like, "Fuck."

Jay Freedom

The Inner Minds Eye...Classic material! I like this 1993 Busta!

jack mckay

Dico,Dinco go Dinco go Charlie, Charlie go Charlie go Busta,Busta, Go Busta You know we got style Stuck in my head F*cking Beast Song ;)

Mustachioed Bear

Leaders made a commitment to keep this type of music Livin 4Eva!!

bombvideosbyadx

Real Hip-Hop, flat out!!!

John Robinson

Ahhh...back to when hip hop was hip hop..loved this when I was 15 and still love it at 44

steveisms

Real Rap !!!!!! From a Wicked album ๐Ÿ’ฏ

Rohit

most slept on album oat

Gold 76

"It's Done or Rather ShaLL say it's On"... Charlie B Iz Infinite๐Ÿ“€โœจ

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