Crown
M.A.C Lyrics


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For thine, is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever...

[Chorus:]
The king's a ruler, the ruler rules
The king's a ruler, the ruler rules
The king-the king's a ruler, the ruler rules
The king's a ruler, the ruler rules
I'm the epitome of royalty, you versus me is a joke
I'm a rage and major blaze, you cigarette smoke
Your video's number one and that was part of our plan
Went from "Rock Box" to a whole countdown jam
Took rock music, switched it and flipped it and made it raw
Anywhere you played, we played it before in eighty-four
Every show, a hundred thousand people or more
Fame'll still give us tours and we be tryin' not to take 'em all
I bake 'em all, quicker than Sara Lee, come battle me
Imagine that, what a site that'll be
Front page of the Times, I can read the headlines now
Rev. Run beat clown down for tryin' to take his crown

[Chorus;]

I'm the reason you started rhymin'
I'm the reason rap sales started climbin'
that's why I'm still headlinin'
I'm the king and before I stop why'all cats gon' learn
Yeah why'all niggaz want to burn wait your turn
Run I'm a living legend, my suggestion is learn your lesson
I leave you stressin' confessin' (?) and strivin' for blessing
And whatever your impression it better be, that we the top pedigree
Bringin' why'all energy since eighty-three
I run this here since way back when
I pick up a pair of shells and make why'all wear 'em again
If you thought it I done did it
Heard it I done spit it
New cats want to pay their respects then son I'm with it
But if not, I'ma reclaim the top of the charts
Doin' shows for dough flows rip 'em apart
Other than that, I'll just be holdin' my own
Crown Royalty, up on the throne, f'real

[Chorus: Repeat 2X]

Our father, who art in heaven
Hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, forever...





[Chorus:]

Overall Meaning

The song "Crown" by M.A.C is an ode to his own god-like status as a rapper and his place as the king of the genre. The chorus repeats the phrase "The king's a ruler, the ruler rules" to solidify his place at the top of the game. M.A.C boasts about his accomplishments, such as being the reason rap sales started climbing and having shows with tens of thousands of people in attendance. He mocks other rappers, calling them a "joke" and likening them to cigarette smoke. M.A.C also references his longevity in the industry, having started in 1983 and still headlining shows.


The lyrics also utilize religious imagery, with the refrain "For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever" referencing the Lord's Prayer from Christianity. M.A.C positions himself as like a god on earth, with the power to make or break other rappers' careers. He even suggests that he could "beat clown down for tryin' to take his crown."


Overall, the song "Crown" is a braggadocious anthem for M.A.C, asserting his dominance over the rap world and positioning himself as a god-like figure.


Line by Line Meaning

The king's a ruler, the ruler rules
As the king, I am the ultimate authority and decision-maker


I'm the epitome of royalty, you versus me is a joke
I embody royalty and superiority, making any comparison to me laughable


I'm a rage and major blaze, you cigarette smoke
My power and intensity is like a wildfire compared to your insignificant existence


Your video's number one and that was part of our plan
Your success is due in part to my strategic influence and guidance


Went from "Rock Box" to a whole countdown jam
We have evolved and progressed in our musical prowess and popularity


Took rock music, switched it and flipped it and made it raw
We have experimented with and transformed our genre to make it more authentic and expressive


Anywhere you played, we played it before in eighty-four
Our influence and presence in the music industry has been established for decades


Every show, a hundred thousand people or more
Our concerts have always drawn massive crowds due to our talent and appeal


Fame'll still give us tours and we be tryin' not to take 'em all
Despite our fame and success, we are still selectively choosing which tours to accept


I bake 'em all, quicker than Sara Lee, come battle me
I defeat all challengers with ease, like a skilled baker creating a delicious product


Imagine that, what a site that'll be
It would be a breathtaking scene to witness my victory over a worthy opponent


Front page of the Times, I can read the headlines now
I can already imagine the media coverage and headlines that will come after my triumph


Rev. Run beat clown down for tryin' to take his crown
I will defend my position as king, even if it means defeating any challenger or adversary


I'm the reason you started rhymin'
My influence and talent served as inspiration or motivation for others to pursue their own careers in music


I'm the reason rap sales started climbin'
I played a significant role in the growth and success of the rap music industry


that's why I'm still headlinin'
My continued relevance and success in the music industry is a testament to my talent and influence


I'm the king and before I stop why'all cats gon' learn
I am the true king, and any challenger will inevitably come to recognize my superiority


Yeah why'all niggaz want to burn wait your turn
Any competitors should be patient and wait their turn to challenge me


Run I'm a living legend, my suggestion is learn your lesson
As a living legend, others should learn from me and strive to attain my level of skill and success


I leave you stressin' confessin' (?) and strivin' for blessing
Challenging me will only leave one feeling stressed and defeated, but striving to reach my level is a worthwhile goal


And whatever your impression it better be, that we the top pedigree
Regardless of one's opinion, we are the best and most skilled individuals in the industry


Bringin' why'all energy since eighty-three
We have been providing vital and energetic contributions to the music industry for decades


I run this here since way back when
I have been in control of and dominating the music industry for as long as I can remember


I pick up a pair of shells and make why'all wear 'em again
I can easily defeat and leave my challengers humiliated, as demonstrated by my skill with shells


If you thought it I done did it
I have already accomplished and exceeded any feat that others may have thought possible


Heard it I done spit it
Any phrase, idea, or lyric is quickly incorporated into my music and presented with unparalleled skill


New cats want to pay their respects then son I'm with it
Newcomers to the industry who recognize my talent and contribution are welcome to show their appreciation and respect


But if not, I'ma reclaim the top of the charts
If anyone refuses to acknowledge my status and skill, I will simply reclaim the top spot on the music charts


Doin' shows for dough flows rip 'em apart
My concerts generate significant income and provide an outlet for me to demonstrate my superior skill


Other than that, I'll just be holdin' my own
In addition to my success and influence, I am fully capable of standing on my own and dominating the industry


Crown Royalty, up on the throne, f'real
As the true king and royal figure of the industry, I am firmly established on my throne of power and success




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ERNEST GOLD, LAWRENCE SMITH, JOSEPH SIMMONS, DARRYL MCDANIELS, RANDY ALLEN, CHRIS DAVIS

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