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.
The Maestro
Maestro Fresh Wes Lyrics
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I can't keep still, I can't keep calm
I think I feel another brainstorm coming on
Pure LSD, that's what I'm climbing
Not Lucy in the sky with diamonds I'm rhyming
Lyrics so dope and microphones smoking
Straight down your throat and that's why you're choking
I ain't joking, that's why you're stifling
Rhyming, no reurns or recycling
A fresh batch to MCs I'm frightening
Funky and fighting, stay in striking
My brainstorm's like thunder and lightening
Beats go boom, sound is in tune
You're a joker, a riddler, I'm Dr. Doom
You say doctor who? *echoed*
I tell you, my symphony is you and your crew
It's the danger dome using the Maestro zone
Like Supertramp take the long way home
I used to ill, now I build
Rock rhymes like Bills(?) set up to kill
When it rains it pours, I got rhymes gallor
Like Al B., Maestro is sure
Something's wrong, that's why I'm singing my song
How long will this go on?
When Ben clocked bronze *echoed*, they weren't bragging
But when he clocked gold, they started tagging
Jump on the bandwagon, grinning and smiling
"3 day later" he's from the islands
Turn off my radio, turned up my stereo
Day in and day out each and every day you know
In Ontario the same old scenario
They didn't hype Lennox Lewis just Mario *echoed*
Egerton, broke necks in his hand
But if his name was Shawn, they'd let him hang
He be the main man, I be the witness
It's the same in the music business
'Cause I'm from T-O y'all are afraid to rate me
You underestimate thee
Intellect, while Farly Flex
My rhymes on the cuts LTD selects
I'm the Maestro
"Fresh"
"Wes"
The Maestro
"Fresh"
"Wes"
Maestro
"Fresh"
"Wes"
You're a lyrical Lucifer, big beat burgular
My monologue make me a mass murderer
Microphone mangler, sucker boy strangler
Walk(?) to my rhythmn raises rips in your Wranglers
Rhymes don't fit, why don't you just quit
Go be a pilitician because you talk 'nuff...
'Nuff what? *echoed* 'Nuff shit because my rhymes you bit
If you were a dollar bill, you'd be counterfit, illegit
I'm a dentist, I'm going to drill ya
You just a cavity creep, I'm going to fill ya
After this appointment, I'm going to bill ya
'Cause all you sucker sound so familiar
I'm going go-got style, no innuendo
I floss I float, you know, a crecendo
Flex is upgrading, LTD's blading
Like a waterfall, Maestro's cascading
Evervessing(?), testing
I vocalize your baptize, 'cause my rhymes you're blessing
Hip hop waiter, rap oretorio
Rhymes a gwan pouring out my portfolio
Squeezing, not bleak or bland
'Cause my vernacular is of a vintage brand
I'm the Maestro, "Fresh"
The Maestro, "Fresh"
"I was born"
A Don, because I'm like Don Won(sp?)
The missing link between Tyson and the great Lynn Swan
Punk, I really hate your rap
I press the greater wax
You're absolutely obsolete, like datamax *echoed*
Fiending for my rhymes, you want to get some
Play me in reverse take a sip of my redrum
A reason rhyme murder, snap your verte-
Brae make you sway away, that's a word of
Wisdom, solely expressed
To express with soul for W-E-S
I may never win a Grammy, or a Juno
But that's okay because I know that you know
The undisputed, number one MC
No rockstar could touch this poetry
'Cause I'm the Maestro
The Maestro, "Fresh" ** REPEAT 'TIL FADE **
The lyrics of the song "The Maestro" by Maestro Fresh Wes reflect his confidence in his skills as an MC. He uses metaphors to describe his lyrical ability, comparing it to LSD and thunder and lightning. His style is funky and fighting, intended to strike a chord with his listeners. He acknowledges the challenges of the music industry, particularly for artists from Toronto, who are undervalued and underrated compared to their American counterparts. He also criticizes those who copy or imitate him, calling them "illegit" and a "cavity creep." Despite this, he remains committed to his craft and confident that his rhymes are unique and unparalleled.
The lyrics of the song reflect the influence of 80s hip hop, characterized by its emphasis on rhythm and rhyme, lyrical cleverness, and social commentary. Maestro Fresh Wes was one of the pioneers of Canadian hip hop and was the first Canadian rapper to have a top 40 hit in the US. The song was released in 1989 and was included on his debut album Symphony in Effect. It was a breakthrough hit for Canadian rap and helped establish Maestro Fresh Wes as one of the most important voices in the genre.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't keep still, I can't keep calm
I am so full of energy and creativity, I cannot be contained
I think I feel another brainstorm coming on
I sense another wave of inspiration to create music
Pure LSD, that's what I'm climbing
My mind is expanding like I'm on a pure LSD trip
Not Lucy in the sky with diamonds I'm rhyming
I'm not rhyming about the Beatles song, but rather about the vivid imagery in my mind
Lyrics so dope and microphones smoking
My lyrics are so great, they set the microphones on fire
Straight down your throat and that's why you're choking
My rhymes hit you hard, and you can't handle it
I ain't joking, that's why you're stifling
I'm serious about my craft and that's why you are speechless
Rebirth, retreat, I'm rhythmn rap rifling
I am constantly reinventing myself and my music, always pushing the boundaries
Rhyming, no reurns or recycling
I don't repeat lyrics or recycle old material, I keep it fresh and original
A fresh batch to MCs I'm frightening
Other MCs are scared of my fresh, new rhymes
Funky and fighting, stay in striking
I bring energy and passion to my music, always staying relevant and impactful
My brainstorm's like thunder and lightening
My creative energy is like a powerful storm
Beats go boom, sound is in tune
My beats are explosive, and the sound is perfectly aligned
You're a joker, a riddler, I'm Dr. Doom
Other MCs are playing games with their rhymes, while I'm a serious contender
You say doctor who? *echoed*
You don't know who I am, but you will soon find out
I tell you, my symphony is you and your crew
My music is directed at you and your group of followers
It's the danger dome using the Maestro zone
My music is electrifying and takes you to a dangerous place, controlled by me
Like Supertramp take the long way home
My music takes you on a journey, just like the band Supertramp
I used to ill, now I build
I used to bring negative energy to my rhymes, but now I am building a positive message
Rock rhymes like Bills(?) set up to kill
My rhymes are as strong and impactful as a force set out to kill
When it rains it pours, I got rhymes gallor
When inspiration strikes, I have plenty of rhymes to use
Like Al B., Maestro is sure
Just like Al B. Sure, I am confident in my music
Something's wrong, that's why I'm singing my song
There are problems in this world, and I'm addressing them through my music
How long will this go on?
I'm questioning the state of things and how long they will last
When Ben clocked bronze *echoed*, they weren't bragging
When someone achieves something small, people don't make a big deal out of it
But when he clocked gold, they started tagging
But when someone achieves something big, people want to associate themselves with that success
Jump on the bandwagon, grinning and smiling
People want to be part of something successful, even if they didn't contribute to it
"3 day later" he's from the islands
After someone becomes successful, people want to claim that they are from the same culture or background
Turn off my radio, turned up my stereo
I'm tired of mainstream radio and instead listen to my own music
Day in and day out each and every day you know
I listen to my music every day, all day
In Ontario the same old scenario
Even in Ontario, things are the same and predictable
They didn't hype Lennox Lewis just Mario *echoed*
People didn't give Lennox Lewis the same attention and praise as someone who was less successful
Egerton, broke necks in his hand
Egerton is a talented individual who has accomplished great things with his hands
But if his name was Shawn, they'd let him hang
But if Egerton had a different name associated with a different background, he wouldn't have had the same opportunities
He be the main man, I be the witness
Egerton is the main focus of attention, while I am just an observer
It's the same in the music business
The music industry has the same biases and prejudices as other industries
'Cause I'm from T-O y'all are afraid to rate me
Because I'm from Toronto, people are hesitant to give me recognition and acclaim
You underestimate thee
You think less of me than what I am truly capable of
Intellect, while Farly Flex
I have intellect and creative ability, just like Farley Flex
My rhymes on the cuts LTD selects
My rhymes are so good that even the select few at LTD choose to include them
You're a lyrical Lucifer, big beat burgular
Other MCs are like the devil, stealing beats and ideas from others
My monologue make me a mass murderer
My powerful music destroys the competition and makes me the best
Microphone mangler, sucker boy strangler
I damage microphones with my powerful rhymes, and I take down weak MCs
Walk(?) to my rhythmn raises rips in your Wranglers
My beats and rhymes are so powerful, they rip your jeans or pants
Rhymes don't fit, why don't you just quit
Other MCs don't have what it takes to compete with me, so they should just give up
Go be a pilitician because you talk 'nuff...
Other MCs should just be politicians because they talk too much and don't have the skills to be a successful rapper
'Nuff what? *echoed* 'Nuff shit because my rhymes you bit
Other MCs are copying my rhymes or stealing my ideas, and those are just poor imitations
If you were a dollar bill, you'd be counterfit, illegit
Other MCs are like fake or counterfeit money- they appear real at first glance, but are actually worthless
I'm a dentist, I'm going to drill ya
I am going to take down my competition with my powerful rhymes and beats
You just a cavity creep, I'm going to fill ya
Other MCs are just weak and insignificant, while I am powerful and can fill the void
After this appointment, I'm going to bill ya
After I beat the competition, I will get recognition and payment for my work
'Cause all you sucker sound so familiar
Other MCs are not original, and their music all sounds the same
I'm going go-got style, no innuendo
I bring energy and passion to my music, without the use of any subtle hints or hidden meanings
I floss I float, you know, a crecendo
I am confident and powerful, and my music builds to a crescendo
Flex is upgrading, LTD's blading
My music is constantly improving and getting better, and is being recognized by the exclusive few at LTD
Like a waterfall, Maestro's cascading
My rhymes and beats are flowing like a powerful waterfall
Evervessing(?), testing
I am always creating new music and testing out new ideas
I vocalize your baptize, 'cause my rhymes you're blessing
My rhymes are so good, they baptize and purify you, making you a true fan and supporter of my music
Hip hop waiter, rap oretorio
I am serving up fresh hip hop, like a waiter, and my music is like a choir performance
Rhymes a gwan pouring out my portfolio
My rhymes are producing non-stop, and are a major part of my personal portfolio
Squeezing, not bleak or bland
My rhymes are powerful and impactful, not boring or dull
'Cause my vernacular is of a vintage brand
My old-school style of rhyming is rare and valuable
I'm the Maestro, "Fresh"
I am the master of creating fresh and new hip hop
The Maestro, "Fresh"
I am the leader in creating fresh and new hip hop
Maestro, "Fresh"
I am the innovator in creating fresh and new hip hop
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plainpawesome
Only 53 Views? this Classic - Ur a lyrical Lucifer, big beat burgular My monolog makes me a mass murdera Microphone mangla, sucka boy strangla Wrote 2 my rhythmn raises rips in ya Wranglaz Rhymes dun fit? why dun u just quit Go b a politician becuz u talk 'nuff... 'Nuff what? 'Nuff sh*t because my rhymes u bit If u wz a 1 bill, u'd b counterfit, illegit Ima dentist, Im gona drill ya Ur just a cavity creep, Im gona fill ya Afta this appointment, Im gona bill ya Cuz all u suckaz sound so familiar