Tabula Rasa
Mellowbag Freundeskreis feat. Mr. Gentleman Lyrics

Watch me appear on the field, my mission is to chill
I am here to relax and enjoy myself.

I'n'i think 'bout the vibes and about the dollar bill
I focus both on my own happiness and financial stability.

Been busy on my rhymes, put some on a layaway
I have been working hard on my lyrics and setting some aside for later.

What makes me happy like Caribbean carnival on Labour day
Participation in cultural celebrations brings me joy.

I love my mama, the hip hop shit, we kick it thick
I have a deep love for my mother and for hip hop culture.

And if you trip, you jealous motherfuckers get the dick
I won't tolerate jealousy or negative attitudes directed towards me.

'Cause now we kick in the door, you never heard it before
We are making a big impact and doing things differently.

Raw battle reports is what ambassadors stand for
We use our platform to spread our message and to represent our beliefs.

We making rhymes not war, droppin' lines but don't sniff 'em
We use our words to make music, not to promote violence or drug use.

I'm chillin' with my man Max and Sekou with the spliff an'
I am hanging out with my friends and enjoying some marijuana.

Reminiscin' about the time the Phlow used to rock
I am thinking back on a past era in hip hop music.

But '98 it's Mellowbag and Freundeskreis to tie the knot
In 1998, we (Mellowbag and Freundeskreis) came together to collaborate.

Blowin' the spot, what, makin' hip-hop what it is
Our music is groundbreaking and changing the hip hop industry.

First's supposed to be the fun then later comes the biz
We focus on enjoying ourselves before worrying about business.

That's what it is when we droppin' part two
Our second release will follow the same principles as the first.

It's undisputed rebel troops achieving victories for you
We are fighting for change and making progress for our listeners.

Yes for you and your people, queens and not cheap ho's
Our music values and respects women and promotes equality.

Commons not Deebos, true friends and not the fake bro's
We prioritize genuine friendships and authentic connections.

In it for the love what is dividing us from many
Our love for the music sets us apart from others who are solely motivated by money.

Breaking thru like Shaka Zulu for the heart and not the money
We are making waves and changing things for the better through our passion, not financial gain.

What dem wann do for stoppin' you
Those who seek to stop us cannot succeed.

Mephisto can't strike we down
We are protected from evil forces like Mephisto.

The rebel will come through
We will persevere and overcome any obstacles.

When you're under your meditation and look through
During moments of reflection and mindfulness, you can see things more clearly.

We kick that progress report consort to make it happen
We use our music to inspire change and make progress.

Set up forts in foreign lands expand for everlasting
We are taking our message to different regions and spreading it far and wide.

The fam span across the atlas like Diasporas
Our community is global and encompasses people from many different regions.

Escape from out the grasp out the most wickedest captors
We are freeing ourselves from oppressive forces and systems.

Hear the laughter of the Czars in the dark like Nabokow
We are facing challenges and obstacles along the way.

Rebellion coup d'Etat, shit is raw, cut they heads off
We are causing a rebellion and revolution in the industry to change the status quo.

Those who were lost, floss now living lavish
We are empowering and uplifting those who were previously disadvantaged.

Destination be the pastures of the city of Nazareth
Our ultimate goal is to create a more peaceful, harmonious world.

Catalyst the revolution, move the troops from out pollution
We are driving change and encouraging people to fight against harmful systems and policies.

Mobutu citizens get the boot right in they asses
We will not tolerate oppressive leaders or systems.

Ambassador status bring the loot back to the masses
As ambassadors of our music, we are bringing success and prosperity back to our community.

Who live like hostages, the system be abusive like the music business is
People in our community are oppressed and facing challenges, much like the music industry is abusive and oppressive.

We exist in the abyss but images be marvelous like novelists
Despite the challenges we face, our message and impact is powerful and awe-inspiring.

Picture this like hieroglyphics on the finest papyrus
Our message is timeless and will be remembered like ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics.

The world is ours but it's devoured by the hour
The world is constantly changing and becoming more challenging.

Spread the scripture like Egyptians while the wicked spread the virus
We are sharing our message and values, while negative forces are spreading harmful messages and beliefs.

Through the lies I realize the righteous bare my likeness
I recognize that those who share my values and beliefs are my true allies.

But they spite us so let the weak recite this
Our critics may try to bring us down, but we will continue to thrive and succeed.

Sow my seed amongst the captives let the fleet complete the cipher
We are sharing our message and values with those who are oppressed, and together we are creating something powerful.

Auf dem Kilimandscharo des Rapszenarios
Our music is unique and groundbreaking.

Spielen wir das Business wie Supermario
We handle the business side of the industry with skill and ease, like playing a video game.

Ob Popcenturios in HipHop Studios, was
We are comfortable and confident in any setting.

FK is' furios wie Julio Iglesias
We are talented and passionate, like the famous singer Julio Iglesias.

Ich ritt den trojanischen Gaul im Blendwerk der Hölle
I faced great challenges and obstacles, but persevered through them.

Sah die Fäulnis des Biz, blieb im Sattel wie Paul Schockemöhle
I saw the corruption and negativity in the industry, but did not let it bring me down or prevent me from succeeding.

Ihr nehmt Rap wie Öde-Pus-sis
You are not appreciating or understanding the true value of hip hop music.

Ich mahn' Plattenmultis wie Mullahs Rushdie
I am calling out the corrupt executives and leaders in the industry.

Im Jahr 20 nach Guevara brach es aus uns raus wie Lava
In the year 20 after Guevara's death, we exploded in success and influence like a volcano.

Wir nahmen uns Land wie der Sand in der Sahara
We gained success and influence rapidly and decisively.

Mach' Tabula Rasa wie Kabila in Kinshasa
We are wiping the slate clean and starting fresh, like President Kabila in Kinshasa.

Mobutu MCs fliegt zum Mars wie die Nasa
We are leaving behind corrupt leaders and oppressive systems, rising above them like the NASA space program.

Euer erster Gehversuch war 'ne Bruchlandung
Your first attempt (at music or success) was a failure.

Jetzt holt ihr euch ein Reimebuch aus der Buchhandlung
Now you are scrambling to try to improve and succeed.

Der Freundeskreis reist und bringt den Virus wie Fernfahrer
We are taking our message and influence to different regions like truck drivers.

Immer wenn es regnet zählen wir Sterntaler
During difficult times, we remember to appreciate the small things and count our blessings.

You could never, ever out the fire we are walk through
Our passion and influence cannot be extinguished or stopped.