1) Kojo Kankam, known prof… Read Full Bio ↴Novelist is the name of a number of acts:
1) Kojo Kankam, known professionally as Novelist, is a grime solo artist. He is a member of The Square and is signed to XL Recordings.
2) Novelist was formed in 2005 by Chase Middaugh and Ryan McMullen - both looking to explore new options to writing and performing music. The initial sounds were heavy, slow paced, constructed pieces with improvised performances such as those heard on Drosera- their debut recording. From there, Novelist evolved into a rhythmic, repetitvive sound heavily influenced by krautrock performers such as Can and Faust. The sound continued to change through many performances on the east coast- eventually arriving at a completely improvised free-formed chaos.
Related acts include: Teeth So Sharp, The Fucking Hotlights, The Dead Wrongs, mutus liber, Lucubrae, London Vs New York & Golden Dawn Trio.
10/10
Novelist Lyrics
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(I'm ten out of ten, rudeboy)
(Yeah, I'm ten out of ten, rudeboy)
Man like Novelist, Square gang
Dun' know, dun' know
I'mma have no chat from no MCs
Man better know that I'm on one
I never came in the game on a long one
I'll kill a soundboy, drop one
All these man are gonna sing in the long run
I'm the best MC, I'm the top one
Wasteman in the bits, I'm not one
Top boy, bad boy ends I'm from one
Better get ready, better get set
Bare Novelist bars in your headset
Move right cah you don't wanna get left
Take gal for a button, get pressed
Don't run up your mout' blud, don't get fresh
Cah it's not a joke when I get vexed
(Nah)
I don't wanna hear no chat about trapping
Rudeboy, look at your dead creps
I'm ten out of ten, rudeboy
(Yeah)
Ten out of ten, rudeboy
Can't take manaman for a new boy
Becah, I'm ten out of ten, rudeboy
I'm ten out of ten, rudeboy
(Yeah)
Ten out of ten, rudeboy
Can't take manaman for a new boy
Becah, I'm ten out of ten
Novelist's song "10/10" is an anthem of self-confidence and mastery. The lyrics declare that Novelist is a top-notch MC, better than any of his competitors. He asserts that he has come into the game with a superior flow, killing soundboys and leaving others to "sing in the long run." When he gets vexed, it's no joke, and he's not interested in hearing any chat about trapping. His skills are undeniable, and he's not afraid to flaunt them.
The repetition of "ten out of ten" reinforces Novelist's self-assurance and also serves to emphasize his excellence. This phrase is repeated throughout the song, along with the declaration of being a "rudeboy" or a bad boy. It's clear that Novelist believes in his abilities and is not afraid to let everyone know.
The song is also a celebration of Novelist's origins. He mentions being from bad boy ends and that he's not a wasteman in the bits. This affirms his connection to his roots and his belief that where he comes from has played a significant role in his success. The lyrics also talk about taking gal for a button, which could imply that he is a ladies' man or that he has a way with people in general.
Overall, "10/10" is a confident and assertive statement of Novelist's musical prowess and his roots. It is a powerful reminder that self-belief and hard work can take one to the top.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm ten out of ten, rudeboy
I am the best and perfect in every way
I'mma have no chat from no MCs
I don't want to engage in any conversation with other MCs
Man better know that I'm on one
Everyone should know that I am at the top of my game
I never came in the game on a long one
I didn't take a long time to become successful in the game
Wanted a sick flow so I got one
I wanted to have a great rap style, and I achieved it
I'll kill a soundboy, drop one
I am confident in my ability to beat any other MC
All these man are gonna sing in the long run
All other MCs will eventually lose to me
I'm the best MC, I'm the top one
I am the best MC and no one can beat me
Wasteman in the bits, I'm not one
I am not a wasteman like some other people
Top boy, bad boy ends I'm from one
I am from a rough neighborhood where only the best survive
Better get ready, better get set
Other MCs need to prepare themselves to compete with me
Bare Novelist bars in your headset
My songs are the only ones you should listen to in your headphones
Move right cah you don't wanna get left
Stay on my good side or you'll be left behind
Take gal for a button, get pressed
Don't mess with me or you'll regret it
Don't run up your mout' blud, don't get fresh
Don't talk smack to me or I'll get angry
I don't wanna hear no chat about trapping
I don't want to hear about other people's drug-dealing activities
Rudeboy, look at your dead creps
Pay attention to your fashion, you look terrible
Can't take manaman for a new boy
Don't underestimate me just because I am young
Becah, I'm ten out of ten, rudeboy
Because I am the best in every way
I'm ten out of ten, rudeboy
I am the best and perfect in every way
Can't take manaman for a new boy
Don't underestimate me just because I am young
Ten out of ten, rudeboy
I am the best and perfect in every way
Contributed by Joseph H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.