Finesse returned as a solo artist in late 1991 with his sophomore effort, Return Of The Funky Man. The album featured guest appearances from Percee P and AG. The albums title track peaked at #13 on the Hot Rap Singles chart. In 1992, Finesse discovered a young rapper freestyling in the back of a local record store, the young kid went by the name of Big L. He enlisted the young rapper to make an appearance on the remix to his song "Yes You May". In 1994, Finesse make a production appearance on The Notorious B.I.G.'s classic debut Ready to Die, on the track "Suicidal Thoughts". In 1995, he produced a portion of Big L's debut album Lifestylez Ov Da Poor & Dangerous, including the hit single "M.V.P.". He finally returned as an artist in 1996 with the acclaimed album The Awakening. Finesse produced the entire album himself, and enlisted a large number of guests, including O.C., KRS-One, MC Lyte, Akinyele, Showbiz and A.G., Diamond D, and Kid Capri. The underground hit "Actual Facts", featuring Sadat X, Grand Puba and Large Professor, was included as a hidden track on the album.
Finesse hasn't released a studio album since this effort, but has continued his production work. In 1997, he produced the title track to O.C.'s acclaimed effort Jewelz. Finesse released a mixtape called Diggin' On Blue in 1999. Later in the year, he produced the track "The Message" on Dr. Dre's seminal 2001. Finesse is currently working on a Funky Technician remix project, as well as a new D.I.T.C. album. And, with the help of DJ Premier, is working on a posthumous Big L album.
Collaboration Of Mics
Lord Finesse Lyrics
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And ya don't stop! (3X)
"This ain't a blast from the past, it's a boomer from the future" - E.
Sermon
And ya don't stop!
"This ain't a blast from the past, it's a boomer from the future" - E.
Sermon
And ya don't stop!
Yo, pitchin the mission itchin for niggaz to mention
These rhymes don't catch attention incidental composition
But alas I kick that, pro rap, boogie for the rookies
Who can't adapt fully, basically that shit be bull, see
[Lord Jamar]
Ya see this track be pullin me like gravitation
Collaboration with the Artifacts, bustin on this Lord Finesse creation
Causin heart attacks and palpatations
Amalgamation like steel, we calibratin mics to keep it real
[Tame One]
I feel blessed by Finesse and Lord Jamar, sess my interest
is invested in, testin men like lab specimens
My daily regiment of elemental babble
keeps MC's rattled, I'm breakin my words up like Scrabble
[Lord Finesse]
Not the type to try to ever diss, lyrically, clearly, the cleverest
Don't front, we blow your spot like the terrorist
We do our thing and stand strong like Mt. Everest
The 'Facts, Lord Jamar, Finesse bringin terror kids
"This ain't a blast from the past, it's a boomer from the future" - E.
Sermon
"Ya best to get your groove on, or get moved on" - Fat Joe
And ya don't stop!
(repeat all 4X)
[Tame One]
The new procedure is to keep a straight face like Mona Lisa
when we beat you with the speech
We break down and decipher the rap codes in any zip code
Now watch us flip the mode like our shit went gold
Bar playin stars get scarred and left salty
by the terror with more L's than Laverne loose in Milwaukee
Good son like McCully, caulkin stalkin and walkin
I express best when smokin sess with a good Walkman
[Lord Jamar]
I'm breakin rappers into pieces, the Black Jesus
Attack your system like diseases lyrics for the ninety-six releases
Find me in the mix, where the trees is
Puffin L's in threes, tryin to make G's kid
Studyin degrees, livin lovely with my universal family
Rollin in the MPV, makin beats on the MPC
Understand and add, triple cipher
Niggaz be crippled without some weed and a lighter
"This ain't a blast from the past, it's a boomer from the future" - E.
Sermon
"Ya best to get your groove on, or get moved on" - Fat Joe
And ya don't stop!
(repeat 2X)
[Lord Finesse]
Uhh, check it
It's the grand hitter, that's stands bigger in your transistor
That's historical like your late great ancestor
Ain't no hurtin me, certainly, personally
This verse'll be, the hottest shit out since Mercury
Check it, I deserve respect child because I project styles
More mysterious than the X Files
I can build and expand on it
Some got 'Five on It', fuck it, I got a hundred grand on it
[El Da Sensai]
Really y'all niggaz feel me when we step on the spot
Lyrics on cock, stroke and pop, open crews that's hopin
that the punishment ceases MC with masterpieces
Out to burn so learn, and check this fat thesis
X's and O's diagrams shit to flow
Cram expertise the bro, nigga from the East so
As we start to shine, brothers get the dick
Lyrical spit for crews who can't fuck with it
"This ain't a blast from the past, it's a boomer from the future" - E.
Sermon
"Ya best to get your groove on, or get moved on" - Fat Joe
And ya don't stop!
(repeat 4X)
*scratching of above to fade*
The song "Collaboration Of Mics" by Lord Finesse featuring Lord Jamar is a high-energy hip hop track that features fast-paced rhymes from four different emcees. The lyrics are all about showing off how skilled they are at rapping and how they work together to create a unique sound. They speak about not being stuck in the past but rather bringing a new and booming sound from the future.
The first verse by El Da Sensai talks about his rhymes not catching attention but still comprises of pro rap and boogie for rookies who can't adapt fully. Lord Jamar says that the track is pulling him like gravitation and he's collaborating with the Artifacts, with the fusion being like steel. Tame One feels blessed by the Company Flow emcee and Lord Jamar and talks about breaking his words up like Scrabble. Lord Finesse caps things off with a verse about never trying to diss anyone, and how they stand strong like Mt. Everest.
Overall, "Collaboration Of Mics" is a showcase of the lyrical prowess from its four emcees, each bringing their own unique style to the track.
Line by Line Meaning
And ya don't stop!
The beat won't stop and neither will we, we're here to keep rapping
"This ain't a blast from the past, it's a boomer from the future" - E. Sermon
Our music is not just nostalgic, it's innovative and will continue to shape the future
Yo, pitchin the mission itchin for niggaz to mention
I'm on a mission, eager to be noticed and talked about
These rhymes don't catch attention incidental composition
My rhymes are not quite catching on due to my lack of polished composition
But alas I kick that, pro rap, boogie for the rookies
But I still kick it like a pro, delivering fresh rhymes for the newbies
Who can't adapt fully, basically that shit be bull, see
Those who can't fully adapt to the hip hop style are basically faking it, you feel me?
Ya see this track be pullin me like gravitation
This track is pulling me in with force, like gravity
Collaboration with the Artifacts, bustin on this Lord Finesse creation
Collaborating with Artifacts, we're rapping on a beat made by Lord Finesse
Causin heart attacks and palpatations
Our flow is so powerful it's causing heart attacks and palpitations
Amalgamation like steel, we calibratin mics to keep it real
We're as united and strong as steel, calibrating our microphones to sound authentic and genuine
I feel blessed by Finesse and Lord Jamar, sess my interest
I'm honored to collaborate with Finesse and Lord Jamar, my interest and dedication is absolute
is invested in, testin men like lab specimens
I'm invested in testing other rappers like lab specimens to prove myself
My daily regiment of elemental babble
My daily routine includes rapping with basic, fundamental rhymes
keeps MC's rattled, I'm breakin my words up like Scrabble
My rhymes shake up other MCs, I'm piecing together words like a game of Scrabble
Not the type to try to ever diss, lyrically, clearly, the cleverest
I'm not one to start beef, but my lyrics are top notch and clever
Don't front, we blow your spot like the terrorist
Don't act like a tough guy, we'll blow up your spot just like a terrorist
We do our thing and stand strong like Mt. Everest
We do what we do and stay strong like the mountain Mt. Everest
Uhh, check it
Hey, listen up
It's the grand hitter, that's stands bigger in your transistor
I'm the grandest rapper around, I'm larger than life on your transistor radio
That's historical like your late great ancestor
My music has historical significance, like your great ancestors in the past
Ain't no hurtin me, certainly, personally
No one can harm me or bring me down, not definitely, nor personally
This verse'll be, the hottest shit out since Mercury
This verse is going to be the hottest thing since the planet Mercury, trust me
Really y'all niggaz feel me when we step on the spot
I know y'all feel me when I start rapping on stage
Lyrics on cock, stroke and pop, open crews that's hopin
My rhymes are loaded, ready to fire and open up groups who are hoping to hear something special
that the punishment ceases MC with masterpieces
I'm punishing other MCs with my masterful performance and great rhymes
Out to burn so learn, and check this fat thesis
I'm here to leave a lasting impression, so pay attention and check out my super dope ideas
X's and O's diagrams shit to flow
I use X's and O's diagrams to illustrate my rhymes and flow
Cram expertise the bro, nigga from the East so
I'm cramming in my expertise, representing my East Coast roots
As we start to shine, brothers get the dick
As our rapping skills improve and get attention, other MCs start to feel inadequate
Lyrical spit for crews who can't fuck with it
My rhymes are too lethal for crews who can't keep up
"Ya best to get your groove on, or get moved on" - Fat Joe
If you can't dance to our beats, you better step aside and let the others groove
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., EMPIRE PUBLISHING
Written by: Rahem Ross Brown, William E Williams
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Tim Muggy
this is real hip hop - amazing how this being by far the best audio quality has so few views.
Geoff Moore
Lord Finesse is one of my top 10 emcees of all time, and this is why. Not only is he one of the nicest on the mic, but he can chop it up as a producer as well. He does both while making it seem easy.
xRapids
this beat is rugged n RAW