Hip Hop Hooray
N.B.N. Lyrics
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Observing the opposition below me
Looking up at the crown like that could have been me
But the efforts they've been displaying is not a trait of none of the great
They love to procrastinate
Their perpetuation for hesitation is probably due to their verbal masturbation
Or their blatant disregard for the gift
They're lacking on practice hustling backwards losing traction
Where the soul at oh, they can't even give you a soul clap or that boom bap
I need a kick from the Linn Drum or a key strike from the J12
Is that rubber under your nails from the MP
Are you an elite MC do you envy those that do it
It's a process if you really bout it baby you gotta go through it
If you wanna be the king
I ain't put the pen to the pad in a minute
I started this meal it's a must that I finish
Surrounded by winners stretching me to the limit
Running this Marathon like I sprinted
Catch me in the back of the Sprinter with the bomb in the backpack
Strapped to the back of this rap cat killing every track
Not for the plaques but for the impact
Elevate the mind in the state
Where the crime rate higher than the empire
My soul's in tact not selling that
If that lady starts to sing then she better be fat
In order for me to say it's a wrap
If not watch this MC bring it back
With Jason Jump as he scratched the wax
We ain't coming to your club if your DJ's wack
Don't walk this way if you don't know the ledge
We move the crowd and bob your head
If you want to be
In N.B.N.'s song Hip Hop Hooray, the artist portrays himself being atop a palace on a hill, observing the activities of his opposition below him. While he acknowledges that he could have been the one wearing the crown, he also notes that the efforts displayed by his competition are not traits that make great artists. He goes on to point out that they lack passion and are procrastinators who are perhaps weighed down by their ego or lack of effort, struggling to adapt to the changing times or remain true to their craft. He then, in an attempt to reflect on his own authenticity as a rapper, notes that he has not written anything down in a while but is encouraged by those around him to push beyond his limit and be the best version of himself, no matter the odds of being accepted or getting recognition.
Through these lyrics, N.B.N. is saying that it's crucial to remain self-aware and authentic in the competitive world of hip hop. He highlights how many artists are perpetuating negativity through their music, and stresses the importance of being passionate, keeping practicing, and remaining true to oneself. The artist also appears to be acknowledging how easy it can be to lose one's way and get sidetracked in the music industry, particularly if you are too focused on the crown and less on the creative process.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm in that palace on top of the hill low key
I'm currently situated in a luxurious setting, high above the rest, but keeping it low profile.
Observing the opposition below me
Watching those considered to be my competitors from above, analyzing their moves.
Looking up at the crown like that could have been me
I see the crown up there and realize that with the right choices, that could have been me.
But the efforts they've been displaying is not a trait of none of the great
However, the kind of work they have been showcasing doesn't match the quality of work put out by the truly great ones.
They love to procrastinate
They have a tendency to delay or postpone important work or decisions.
Their perpetuation for hesitation is probably due to their verbal masturbation
Their constant overthinking and overanalyzing is most likely a result of them being overly impressed with their own words and thoughts.
Or their blatant disregard for the gift
Perhaps they simply don't respect the talents they've been given.
They're lacking on practice hustling backwards losing traction
By not putting in enough work, they're moving in the opposite direction of success and losing steam.
Yo, yo what happened to passion
I'm wondering what happened to the excitement and drive that used to be present in the industry.
Where the soul at oh, they can't even give you a soul clap or that boom bap
The soulful and energetic sounds that used to define the genre seem to be absent nowadays.
I need a kick from the Linn Drum or a key strike from the J12
I crave the hard-hitting sounds of vintage drum machines and synths to bring that classic hip-hop flavor.
Is that rubber under your nails from the MP
Did you just spend hours working on music production using an MPC?
Are you an elite MC do you envy those that do it
Do you consider yourself to be among the best rappers out there, and do you feel envious of other talented MCs?
It's a process if you really bout it baby you gotta go through it
Becoming a successful artist is a gradual process that involves hard work and dedication.
If you wanna be the king
If you want to be the most respected and successful artist out there.
I ain't put the pen to the pad in a minute
It's been a while since I've written new material.
I started this meal it's a must that I finish
I began this journey as an artist, and it's absolutely necessary that I see it through until the end.
Surrounded by winners stretching me to the limit
Being around other highly successful artists is driving me to push myself even harder.
Running this Marathon like I sprinted
Even though this industry is a long game, I'm sprinting through it, aiming for success at an accelerated rate.
Catch me in the back of the Sprinter with the bomb in the backpack
You'll find me riding in the back of a van, with a great track (the bomb), ready to go at any moment.
Strapped to the back of this rap cat killing every track
This artist is fully dedicated to creating impressive music, with a proven track record of doing so.
Not for the plaques but for the impact
This artist isn't solely in it for the awards and accolades, but for leaving a meaningful impact on audiences.
Elevate the mind in the state
Intending to increase people's mental awareness and understanding.
Where the crime rate higher than the empire
In areas where crime is rampant and things are challenging.
My soul's in tact not selling that
This artist keeps their integrity and doesn't compromise themselves for personal gain.
If that lady starts to sing then she better be fat
If anyone attempts to sing along to my music, they better do it well.
In order for me to say it's a wrap
For me to conclude that something is finished, it must truly be complete and successful.
If not watch this MC bring it back
If something needs refinement, I'll be the one to make it happen and fix any issues.
With Jason Jump as he scratched the wax
Featuring Jason Jump, recreating the classic DJ style of scratching vinyl records.
We ain't coming to your club if your DJ's wack
If the DJ isn't doing a good job, we won't bother performing at that club.
Don't walk this way if you don't know the ledge
Don't attempt to be a part of this if you're inexperienced and not up to speed.
We move the crowd and bob your head
We know how to get an audience excited and energized, making the crowd enjoy themselves.
If you want to be
If you aspire to be like us and achieve what we have accomplished.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Kevin Burley
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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