His debut album Symphony In Effect was released in 1989. After his 1991 album, The Black Tie Affair, Maestro's career faltered as he attempted to break into the United States market. However, he returned to the Canadian charts in 1998, with the hit singles "Stick to Your Vision" and "416/905 (TO Party Anthem)".
In 2005, Maestro covered Lawrence Gowan's song "A Criminal Mind"; Gowan appears in the video and his vocals are sampled on the track.
Williams has also been an actor, most notably in the Omni Television series Metropia. As an actor, he is normally credited as either Wesley Williams, Wes Williams, or Wesley Paris. In addition, he has had small roles in Honey (2003) and Four Brothers (2005). He was set to appear as a security guard in 50 Cent's film Get Rich or Die Tryin' (2005), but his scenes were deleted from the film. He has a supporting role in Instant Star as Darius Mills.
Maestro was born to Guyanese parents and was raised in Scarborough, Ontario. He has previously been romantically linked to Canadian television journalist Marci Ien.
Pass The Champagne
Maestro Fresh Wes Lyrics
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Pass the champagne
Pass the champagne
Pass the champagne
Pass the champagne
Pass the champagne
Pass the champagne
Here comes a brother, colorful like a rainbow
A flame from a lingo, single to single
The same row that's so scholastic and fantastic
I'm plastic, my beats are bombastic
Save the bull, I ain't a matador
I'm a man of war, a carnivore
MC ambassador
Forget the shit that they asked ya
I call lightly plastered, he's flaccid
So I burn him like acid with the rhythm
That's how I'm livin'
When I'm given the mic mechanism
And I'ma tell him as well
Hell, I'ma swell him for yellin'
With syllables to the cerebellum
In other words, the brain and I reign
So Blend, take the mic and pass the champagne
Movin' oh so merrily along
Andre's duck has been passed
But now Dom Perignon is here
You go, my brother, here's a glass of my neatness
Greet this and keep this, my ooh-ooh sweetness
Standing on top, when I talk, I won't stop this
People will gawk when they flock my hip-hopness
'Cause suckers do back flips when I'm givin' rap tips
'Cause those with flip flap lips 'cause they simply lack this
Like M-m-mister Mumble, crumble cookies
One time veterans are now just my rookies
Apprentice, lower than that which is under me
So don't even step to me unless you plan to be
Stifled and stunned when you meet someone so gifted
Sounds so heavenly, your soul's been uplifted
So take this cup and fill 'er up in the Blend's name
And yo, Thrust, pass the champagne
The tea's more black than a pimp on Jarvis
Raise the flag on the pole, and I'ma start this
Set your table, here's a fable from the green forest
Who's living on like Morris
My name rings a bell, sorta like a phone receiver
I'm up like an attic, not a nerd like a Cleaver
I'm a mac, you ain't nothin' but a subway singer
At this time now, let's bring up the better nigga
To sum it up, I set 'em straight
Collect my money, then break
Step to me, you'll be eatin' ass
I'll be making more green than ass
Those I passed, yo, they're left in pain
So, yo, Spark, pass the champagne
I'ma pass it to the left or I'll pass it to the right
My name is Spark, and I've come to shed light
To all these MC's that are stuck in the dark
Grippin' the mic, tryna master my art
Before I rhyme, I'll take a sip from my glass
To show these people that I've got class
'Cause when I rhyme I like to get drunk
'Cause when I'm drunk I'm sure to kick better funk
I like chillin' with Wes and his crew
Droppin' dope lyrics when there's nothin' to do
But most of all, I want a girl who's a cutie
With nice round tits and a big firm bootie
And I don't care if she's ugly or dopey
So long as she can cook curry chicken and roti
And I ain't care about no fage in our fin, K-Skam
Pass the raw champagne
This is the way the human race found me
A small-taking entry from East L.A. county
Down dope lyrics with Maestro and Dostay
K-Skam raw man on wax, make no mistake
'Cause I can flow that go on and on
Like L.L., I'm taking seconds out 'til the break of dawn
Kill out phrases like germs and Listerine
They call me K-Skam, the motherfuckin' gafflin' king
Suckers tried to cross my line
I pull out the gat and yell gafflin' time
Never used to tame
Yo, Flex? What's up G? Pass the champagne
Take a sip of this drink, but boy you better stay sober
The Maes is nice, but Flex is vexed so move over
Don't drive a new jag, MC to drink a thing
This but I manager, so I'ma stay
You're a crackman, I'm a black man, so like PacMan, you bite me
But when you win a Grammy, you best invite me
'Cause I remove the plaque like the shit on your teeth
And hang it on my front door like a Christmas wreath
I'll take your sloppy seconds, though don't think you're bad, Tex
'Cause if she ain't had Flex, she ain't never had sex
Gifted like Santa, so that makes you an elf
And by the way, I wrote these motherfuckin' lyrics myself
So I'ma drain the champagne 'cause I got to go, player
Yo Maes, I'm outta here like Kojak
(Yo, this is my record, you my manager)
(You can't be rappin' on my)
What's up, man?
(This my record, get him out of here)
A manager cannot be rated if he can't relate it
You know what I'm saying?
(Get out the studio)
Yo, check this out, check this out
This ain't no Vanilla Ice, this is Chocolate Maes
You know what I'm saying?
Maes is nice
We about to say peace out on behalf of the brothers
Pass the champagne
Pass the champagne
Pass the champagne
"Pass the Champagne" is a classic hip-hop track released by Maestro Fresh Wes in 1989 from his second album "Symphony in Effect." The song features Maestro Fresh Wes along with his fellow Canadian rappers Thrust, Attic and K‐Skam. The song is a party track that encourages the passing of champagne to celebrate success, fame, and wealth. The song starts with the refrain "Pass the champagne" which is repeated throughout the track. The instrumental is a funky combination of horns, beats, and scratches in the background.
The lyrics of the song are witty, humorous, and full of braggadocio. The first verse begins with Maestro Fresh Wes introducing himself. He describes himself as a colorful personality who is always on fire with his rhyming skills. He claims that his lyrics are bombastic and his beats are fantastic. He challenges his opponents and boasts about his skills, claiming that he is not a matador but a man of war, an MC ambassador. He orders his colleague Blend to pass the microphone and share the champagne.
The second verse is handled by Thrust, who continues with the theme of boasting and braggadocio. He claims that he is living on top, and his rhymes are so heavenly that they uplift people's souls. He orders his colleague Spark to pass the champagne. The third verse is for Attic, who starts with a reference to Jarvis Street in Toronto, which is known for its nightlife, cafes, and prostitution. He describes himself as a mac, while his opponents are subway singers. He claims that he always sets them straight and collects his money before he leaves. He orders his colleague Spark to pass the champagne before K‐Skam's verse.
Line by Line Meaning
Pass the champagne
Requesting to be handed a glass of champagne
Here comes a brother, colorful like a rainbow
Introducing oneself as a unique and vibrant individual
A flame from a lingo, single to single
Expressing creativity and passion through music
The same row that's so scholastic and fantastic
Referring to a group or community that is intelligent, impressive, and exciting
I'm plastic, my beats are bombastic
Describing oneself as adaptable and versatile, with powerful beats
Save the bull, I ain't a matador
Rejecting unnecessary drama or confrontation
I'm a man of war, a carnivore
Asserting dominance and aggression in the rap game
MC ambassador
Being recognized as a skilled representative of the rap community
Forget the shit that they asked ya
Ignoring negative opinions or requests from others
I call lightly plastered, he's flaccid
Comparing oneself to someone weak and ineffective
So I burn him like acid with the rhythm
Overpowering and defeating weak opponents with powerful rhymes and music
That's how I'm livin'
Describing one's lifestyle and approach to rap
When I'm given the mic mechanism
Being in control and displaying skill when given the microphone
And I'ma tell him as well
Expressing the intention to speak one's mind
Hell, I'ma swell him for yellin'
Reacting strongly to someone who tries to compete or challenge
With syllables to the cerebellum
Impacting the brain and intellectual capacity with clever lyrics
In other words, the brain and I reign
Highlighting one's mastery and influence in the rap world
So Blend, take the mic and pass the champagne
Passing the microphone to another rapper while requesting more champagne
Movin' oh so merrily along
Progressing happily and smoothly through life
Andre's duck has been passed
Referring to a previous person relinquishing their turn
But now Dom Perignon is here
Introducing a high-quality champagne brand
You go, my brother, here's a glass of my neatness
Offering a glass of champagne as a sign of appreciation and friendship
Greet this and keep this, my ooh-ooh sweetness
Accept and savor this delightful and pleasurable experience
Standing on top, when I talk, I won't stop this
Asserting one's position of superiority and determination to continue
People will gawk when they flock my hip-hopness
Drawing attention and admiration from others for one's rap skills
'Cause suckers do back flips when I'm givin' rap tips
Mocking less-skilled rappers who try to imitate or learn from him
'Cause those with flip flap lips 'cause they simply lack this
Critiquing those who talk too much without demonstrating talent
Like M-m-mister Mumble, crumble cookies
Satirizing rappers who mumble incomprehensible lyrics
One time veterans are now just my rookies
Belittling experienced rappers as compared to his own skills
Apprentice, lower than that which is under me
Considering others as inferior and less skilled
So don't even step to me unless you plan to be
Warning others not to approach or challenge him unless they are up to the task
Stifled and stunned when you meet someone so gifted
Overwhelming others with his natural talent and ability
Sounds so heavenly, your soul's been uplifted
Music that is so beautiful and exciting that it brings joy to the listener
So take this cup and fill 'er up in the Blend's name
Symbolically offering champagne to be enjoyed in his honor
And yo, Thrust, pass the champagne
Requesting another rapper named Thrust to hand him more champagne
The tea's more black than a pimp on Jarvis
Describing a strong and intense flavor of tea
Raise the flag on the pole, and I'ma start this
Taking charge and initiating a rap performance
Set your table, here's a fable from the green forest
Presenting a metaphorical story or lesson within the rap
Who's living on like Morris
Comparing oneself to a legendary figure who continues to thrive
My name rings a bell, sorta like a phone receiver
Being well-known and recognized by others
I'm up like an attic, not a nerd like a Cleaver
Being elevated and cool, contrasting with an outdated stereotype
I'm a mac, you ain't nothin' but a subway singer
Asserting oneself as a skilled rapper while belittling someone less talented
At this time now, let's bring up the better nigga
Acknowledging his superiority and inviting someone more skillful to perform
To sum it up, I set 'em straight
Briefly summarizing his ability to impress and dominate
Collect my money, then break
Earning his payment and then moving on to the next opportunity
Step to me, you'll be eatin' ass
Warning against challenging him, as it will result in humiliation
I'll be making more green than ass
Earning a significant amount of money through his talent
Those I passed, yo, they're left in pain
Leaving behind inferior rappers who feel inadequate
So, yo, Spark, pass the champagne
Requesting another rapper named Spark to hand him more champagne
I'ma pass it to the left or I'll pass it to the right
Indicating he will share the champagne with others
My name is Spark, and I've come to shed light
Introducing himself as a rapper with a mission to bring positivity
To all these MC's that are stuck in the dark
Helping other rappers who are struggling or lacking direction
Grippin' the mic, tryna master my art
Holding onto the microphone tightly while striving to perfect his craft
Before I rhyme, I'll take a sip from my glass
Enjoying a drink of champagne before delivering his rhymes
To show these people that I've got class
Displaying sophistication and elegance in his performance
'Cause when I rhyme I like to get drunk
Preferring to be slightly intoxicated while performing
'Cause when I'm drunk I'm sure to kick better funk
Believing that being intoxicated enhances his ability to create catchy music
I like chillin' with Wes and his crew
Enjoying the company and friendship of Maestro Fresh Wes and his group
Droppin' dope lyrics when there's nothin' to do
Rapping skillfully and impressively even in idle moments
But most of all, I want a girl who's a cutie
Desiring a attractive and charming romantic partner
With nice round tits and a big firm bootie
Describing his physical preferences in a potential partner
And I don't care if she's ugly or dopey
Being open-minded and accepting of different appearances or personalities
So long as she can cook curry chicken and roti
Valuing a partner's ability to prepare delicious meals
And I ain't care about no fage in our fin, K-Skam
Not being concerned about critics or haters, addressing someone named K-Skam
Pass the raw champagne
Requesting a glass of unfiltered and high-quality champagne
This is the way the human race found me
Describing how he was discovered and recognized for his talent
A small-taking entry from East L.A. county
Originating from a humble background in East Los Angeles county
Down dope lyrics with Maestro and Dostay
Creating and delivering amazing lyrics alongside Maestro Fresh Wes and another rapper named Dostay
K-Skam raw man on wax, make no mistake
Emphasizing K-Skam's skill and authenticity when recording music
'Cause I can flow that go on and on
Having an ability to deliver continuous and captivating rhymes
Like L.L., I'm taking seconds out 'til the break of dawn
Referencing the style of rapper LL Cool J and rapping tirelessly until morning
Kill out phrases like germs and Listerine
Eliminating weak and ineffective rhymes with skill and precision
They call me K-Skam, the motherfuckin' gafflin' king
Being recognized as an exceptional and dominant rapper in the genre
Suckers tried to cross my line
Less-talented rappers attempting to challenge or compete with him
I pull out the gat and yell gafflin' time
Reacting aggressively and forcefully to those who oppose or disrespect
Never used to tame
Not being easily controlled or subdued
Yo, Flex? What's up G? Pass the champagne
Asking another rapper named Flex for more champagne, addressing him as 'G'
Take a sip of this drink, but boy you better stay sober
Enjoying a drink of champagne, but advising caution and not becoming too intoxicated
The Maes is nice, but Flex is vexed so move over
Acknowledging his own skill but also recognizing the talent of Flex
Don't drive a new jag, MC to drink a thing
Advising against indulging too much in material possessions or substances
This but I manager, so I'ma stay
Stating his role as a manager and implying he will remain in control
You're a crackman, I'm a black man, so like PacMan, you bite me
Drawing a parallel between someone who is addicted to drugs and someone who imitates his style
But when you win a Grammy, you best invite me
Expecting recognition and inclusion from successful musicians
'Cause I remove the plaque like the shit on your teeth
Eliminating negativity and inferiority, just like removing plaque from teeth
And hang it on my front door like a Christmas wreath
Displaying his victories and achievements proudly and prominently
I'll take your sloppy seconds, though don't think you're bad, Tex
Accepting opportunities or successes that others have discarded or neglected
'Cause if she ain't had Flex, she ain't never had sex
Implying that without his involvement, someone's experiences or relationships are incomplete
Gifted like Santa, so that makes you an elf
Considering himself exceptionally talented, while belittling someone else
And by the way, I wrote these motherfuckin' lyrics myself
Taking credit for his own creative and skillful writing
So I'ma drain the champagne 'cause I got to go, player
Finishing the champagne because he needs to leave
Yo Maes, I'm outta here like Kojak
Informing Maestro Fresh Wes that he is leaving, likening himself to a detective character from a TV show
(Yo, this is my record, you my manager)
Addressing his manager and asserting ownership of the record
(You can't be rappin' on my)
Refusing to allow his manager to rap on the record
What's up, man?
Initiating a conversation
(This my record, get him out of here)
Insisting that his manager be removed from the recording studio
A manager cannot be rated if he can't relate it
A manager's value is determined by their ability to understand and connect with the artist
You know what I'm saying?
Requesting understanding and agreement
(Get out the studio)
Demanding the manager to leave the studio
Yo, check this out, check this out
Getting the attention of the listeners
This ain't no Vanilla Ice, this is Chocolate Maes
Differentiating himself from a less respected rapper and asserting his own identity
You know what I'm saying?
Seeking confirmation and agreement from the audience
Maes is nice
Acknowledging his own talent and skill
We about to say peace out on behalf of the brothers
Preparing to end the presentation on a positive and friendly note
Pass the champagne
Requesting one last glass of champagne
Pass the champagne
Requesting one last glass of champagne
Pass the champagne
Requesting one last glass of champagne
Contributed by Madelyn T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Chris Currie
Best posse cut ever.... people slept on this big time
Dylan0607
real hip hop from toronto!!!!!!!!
Robert Stack
First tape I ever bought was the black tie affair.