Symphony
M. Campbell Lyrics


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[Parrish Smith]
Huh, Erick Sermon, EPMD, check it, M.O.P.
Erick and Parrish Millennium Ducats
Hold me down, hold me down

[PMD]
Yea
Erick Sermon
EPMD
Check it

[E-Dub]
Redman
Method Man
Lady Luck
Def Jam

[PMD]
Erick and Parrish Millennium Ducats
Hold me down, hold me down

Yo!
I grab the mic and grip it hard like it's my last time to shine
I want the chrome and the cream so I put it down for mine
Ill cat, slick talk, slang New York
To break it down to straight English, what the fuck you want?
Remember me? You punk fagot crab emcee
Get your shit broke in half for fucking around with P
Hey yo strike two, my style Brooklyn like the Zoo
Hey you, look nigga, one more strike you through
Word is bi-dond, rock Esco, FUBU, and Phat Fi-darm
Every time I get my spit on, no doubt, I spark the gridiron
I step up and bless the track and spit a jewel
We keeps cool, no need for static, I strap tools

[Chorus]
Next up!
Yo I believe that's me
Yo, get on the mic and rock the Symphony

[Erick Sermon]
Yo P!
Time to rock, the sound I got, it reigns hot
Making necks snap back, like a slingshot
E hustle, and muscle my way in
Then tussle for days in, on my own with guns blazing
Not for the fun of it, just for those who want me to run it
Then leave them like, who done it?
Sucker duck, I do what I feel right now
When I spit the illest shit, cats be like, "Wow!"
YO! I get looks when I'm in the place
That's that nigga, making you Smile with Scarface
It Ain't My Fault, that my style Silkk enough to Shock ya
Hit you with the fifth, block-a block-a
If I get caught you can bet I'll blow trial
Be Downtown Swinging, M.O.P. style

[Chorus]

[Billy Danze]
Say hello to the devil Danze'll kick
Whenever tragic hit, It's (E)(MO-PMD) blasting shit
Put in work in this cold game
Soldier I use work as code name
Told ya, line em up its Soul Train
(B-r-r-r-r-r-ra!) And I give em the whole thing
My family has been trained, to swat em if they blast it
Hit em and make em do a gimme back flip (bad shit)
I'm donating a casket
We have raised hell in midtown and gunned down in traffic
(Tell em what you saying) Get the bozac
Before I tear your maggot ass flat (BOOM BOOM) They're back

[Chorus]

[Lil' Fame]
For gettin the real, straight from B'Ville
Motherfuckers don't like Fame cause I'm not cream filled
I feel what I speak so I speak what I feel
Sleep and I will, reap and I kill
Motherfuck (who know) jump out a HUGO
Open up your back with a mac, uno uno
Ghettoville nigga, I break all laws
Drink brews, curse out bitches, and piss on walls
This rap game is a street game now, the game switched
Rappers are getting killed now with the same shit
I ain't no motherfucking role model, kids don't follow
Cause I'ma hit this bitch full throttle
The type to RAISE UP 5-0 in your lobby
Rap is my religion, yeah, biting is a hobby




Show love when you meet us, its love when you greet us
Or the first family will come kill you with the heaters

Overall Meaning

The song "Symphony 2000" by M. Campbell featuring EPMD, Redman, Method Man, and Lady Luck is a classic example of the golden age of hip hop. The song begins with each artist introducing themselves, and then Parrish Smith (PMD) takes the lead with his slick rhymes and strong delivery. He raps about his ambitions in the music industry and his desire for fame and success. He also emphasizes his New York roots and asserts his dominance over other emcees.


Next up is Erick Sermon of EPMD, who boasts about his rapping skills and his ability to make heads nod with his beats. He also references Scarface and Silkk the Shocker, two popular rappers of the time. Billy Danze of M.O.P. takes over the third verse with his gritty delivery and signature aggression. He talks about his tough upbringing and how he and his crew are not to be messed with.


Finally, Lil' Fame of M.O.P. closes out the song with his rough-edged rhymes and streetwise attitude. He doesn't shy away from cursing and talking about his illegal activities, making it clear that he's not a role model. Throughout the song, the artists showcase their individual styles and come together to create a powerful and memorable track.


Overall, "Symphony 2000" is a testament to the talent and creativity of hip hop artists in the late 90s and early 2000s. The song's catchy beat, strong lyrics, and confident delivery make it a classic example of the genre.


Line by Line Meaning

Huh, Erick Sermon, EPMD, check it, M.O.P.
Introducing the artists who are going to perform the song Symphony, comprising Erick Sermon, EPMD, and M.O.P.


Erick and Parrish Millennium Ducats Hold me down, hold me down
A reference to the duo of Erick and Parrish and their wealthy status, asking the audience to support them.


Yo! I grab the mic and grip it hard like it's my last time to shine
The rapper is about to perform his best and leave a lasting impression on the audience as if it's his final chance to prove himself.


Ill cat, slick talk, slang New York To break it down to straight English, what the fuck you want?
The rap style is unique and typical of New York, and the rapper is challenging the audience to ask him what they really want to know.


Remember me? You punk fagot crab emcee Get your shit broke in half for fucking around with P
The rapper is warning other rappers to stay away from him, or they will face serious consequences.


Hey yo strike two, my style Brooklyn like the Zoo Hey you, look nigga, one more strike you through
The rapper's style is like the Brooklyn Zoo, and anyone who disrespects him will be given a strike, with one more strike being the end for them.


Every time I get my spit on, no doubt, I spark the gridiron I step up and bless the track and spit a jewel We keeps cool, no need for static, I strap tools
The rapper's rap is powerful and excellent, and he continues to make great music. He is always ready to face any situation and doesn't like to have any conflicts.


Yo I believe that's me Yo, get on the mic and rock the Symphony
The rapper is confident that he is the next person to perform and wants someone to grab the mic and perform the song Symphony.


Yo P! Time to rock, the sound I got, it reigns hot Making necks snap back, like a slingshot E hustle, and muscle my way in Then tussle for days in, on my own with guns blazing
The rapper calls out to Erick Sermon to start performing, and he boasts about his talent and how it's enough to make necks snap back like a slingshot. He is ready to face any obstacles that come his way and is ready to use weapons if needed.


Not for the fun of it, just for those who want me to run it Then leave them like, who done it?
The rapper is serious and doesn't want anyone to challenge him for the music unless they can prove themselves worthy enough. He will perform and leave them wondering who did it.


I'm donating a casket We have raised hell in midtown and gunned down in traffic (Tell em what you saying) Get the bozac Before I tear your maggot ass flat (BOOM BOOM) They're back
The rapper is ruthless towards anyone who crosses him, and he is willing to kill them and provide them with a casket. He has a history of causing chaos in midtown and causing deadly accidents, and he advises others to stop before he hurts them badly.


For gettin the real, straight from B'Ville Motherfuckers don't like Fame cause I'm not cream filled
The rapper comes from B'Ville and is genuine, unlike other rappers who use cream to fill their songs, and others don't appreciate his originality.


I feel what I speak so I speak what I feel Sleep and I will, reap and I kill
The rapper is true to himself and speaks from the heart, even if it means being ruthless. He is confident that he will gain from his efforts and is willing to kill to achieve his goals.


Motherfuck (who know) jump out a HUGO Open up your back with a mac, uno uno
The rapper is challenging others to face him, even if they have a HUGO car as he can open their backs with a mac-11 gun.


Rap is my religion, yeah, biting is a hobby Show love when you meet us, its love when you greet us Or the first family will come kill you with the heaters
The rapper considers rap to be his religion and takes it seriously. He is against plagiarizing and warns others to show respect when approaching him. Otherwise, they will have to face his group of family members carrying guns to eliminate them.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CLIFFORD SMITH, FRANK PAUL UCIECHOWSKI JR., CHIAN CONEY, ANTHONY JARROD MESSADO, PATRICK E. CHARLES, JERYL GRANT

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