Pharoahe Monch then signed to Rawkus Records, an indie label. After making several guest appearances on albums like the best-selling Rawkus compilation Soundbombing 2, Monch's much-hyped debut, Internal Affairs was released in 1999. The first single of the album, "Simon Says", was a major hit in 1999; he was later sued for the use of a Godzilla sample for the beat. He also had a 2001 hit with "Got You," though the single ultimately didn't sell well, and he also contributed the track "Fuck You" to the Training Day soundtrack. In 2003, Pharoahe released his final single through Rawkus Records, "Agent Orange", a war-inspired song that revisited the 1991 Organized Konfusion track "Releasing Hypnotical Gases".
Pharoahe's song "Simon Says" was featured in the 2000 cinematic release Charlie's Angels. Viewers will recognize the song and backbeat in the scene where Sam Rockwell is lighting a cigarette in the castle while holding Drew Barrymore hostage. Two of Monch's songs, "Right Here" and "Simon Says" were featured in the movie Boiler Room.
Pharoahe is also affiliated with the rap group The HRSMN. Although not a member of the group (there are only four real members), he is constantly linked to someday join the group when/if they ever expand.
There were rumors his next album, Innervisions, was to be released under Denaun Porter's new Shady Records imprint Runyon Ave., but apparently, the deal fell through; Monch has since announced a deal with Street Records Corporation, home of Wu-Tang Clan, David Banner, and Terror Squad. In June 2007 Monch released his second solo album Desire to critical acclaim. Monch said about the album; "...it's very soulful, very gospel, a fresh, new sound for me." The album's lead single was the self-produced track "Push", with "Let's Go" as its B-Side. The song's music video and single were released in late September 2006. Monch released a second music video entitled "When the Gun Draws" at a Brooklyn music festival in February 2007.
Monch also produced and ghost-wrote the track The Future and ghost-wrote the track Hold Up with Mobb Deep member Havoc on rap mogul Diddy's latest album Press Play. Critics contest that Monch's writing is evident in both the content and the delivery of Diddy's rhymes.
Pharoahe Monch sang the Madden NFL 2002 theme for the game and six years later Desire was featured on the soundtrack of Madden NFL 08.
Pharoahe Monch will release his third solo album W.A.R. (Let My People Go) in 2009. He revealed that the album will be a "throwback to 1993, '94 hip-hop" and will feature production by Black Milk, Mr. Porter, Lee Stone & M-Phazes. A ten-year anniversary re-issue of Internal Affairs will also be released featuring a documentary about the making of the album.
Scream
Pharoahe Monch Lyrics
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Rock your snot box top notch, watch for sentinals
Hide like Sasquatch squat, the revenue drop
Pull out Glocks hot spot, pop your genitals - Pharoahe
Generally a general for generations of jams generated for criminals
Retractable claws cut country club cardigans
Both parties party with me, bipartisan
Kick start a starter kit, pull out dick on a charlatan
Listen, my cock'll leave 'em in a coma
But the Glock'll leave you messy like you play for Barcelona
You are now working with a renowned
Master with mastery over conjugated verbs and nouns
Yo, you are now working with a renowned
Master with mastery over conjugated verbs and nouns
Go!
Civilian sings, I drink, I lean
I see dead people when I dream
This war with self is so extreme
Sometimes I think I need to scream
This war with self is so extreme
Sometimes I think I need to
Scream, scream, scream
Press your luck, fuck a press kit, press can't harm me
But chest presses a deadlift, bench press zombies
Hysteria rap burn the flag, fuck America
Start the revolution, poison the water with malaria
Fuck it, I came back from the war of scorn
Like Uncle Ruckus throwing bananas on the White House lawn
Cryptic anarchists spit that apocalyptic dark shit
Communists, radicals, racism, Marxist
You couldn't possibly wanna lock horns
Spit holy water on your throne wearing a crown made of thorns
*Ouy Kcuf!* - just thought I should say that
Every rhyme is like a time bomb strapped beneath your Maybach
Cop the range, stop the strange, lock the game, rock the chain
Stop the train, smoke a fag, pop your brain
Unless you can inject me in your arm like a narcotic and squeeze
Please never say my name in vein, let's go
Civilian sings, I drink, I lean
I see dead people when I dream
This war with self is so extreme
Sometimes I think I need to scream
This war with self is so extreme
Sometimes I think I need to
Scream, scream, scream
In the first verse of Pharoahe Monch's song "Scream," he speaks about Comstock cell block, where cops are minimal and it is necessary to hide like Sasquatch squat. He then mentions the use of guns to pop someone's genitals or achieve a hot spot. The rapper describes himself as a general for generations of jams generated for criminals, and with retractable claws, he can cut country club cardigans. Being bipartisan, he can have both parties party with him. When it comes to a charlatan, Pharoahe will pull out his dick and "haul 'em" during his time romancing hoes like Harlequin. He is known as a "master with mastery over conjugated verbs and nouns," as he lets the world know that he's not to be trifled with, and he's always ready to show his skills.
In the second verse, the civilian sings that they drink, they lean, they see dead people when they dream, and that the war with self is so extreme that sometimes someone may feel the need to scream. Pharoahe speaks to the press, saying that they can't press or harm him, as he is too strong for them to even touch, and mentions that hysteria rap will burn the American flag. He's ready to start a revolution, even if it means poisoning the water with malaria. Pharoahe is known for returning from the war of scorn, and he is not afraid to throw bananas on the White House lawn like Uncle Ruckus. He describes himself as a cryptic anarchist who spits apocalyptic dark shit and is always ready to battle against communism, radicals, racism, and Marxism. His rhymes are so deadly that they are like time bombs strapped beneath someone's Maybach.
Line by Line Meaning
Comstock cell block shit, cops are minimal
The rapper is used to the harsh prison environment and police presence is low.
Rock your snot box top notch, watch for sentinals
Be careful not to get hit in the face and watch out for guards.
Hide like Sasquatch squat, the revenue drop
Lay low and avoid detection because money is tight.
Pull out Glocks hot spot, pop your genitals - Pharoahe
Use guns to attack and kill enemies in a vulnerable spot.
Generally a general for generations of jams generated for criminals
The rapper is an expert in creating music for criminals.
Retractable claws cut country club cardigans
Even the wealthy are not safe from the rapper's violent imagery.
Both parties party with me, bipartisan
The rapper's music is enjoyed by people of all political affiliations.
Kick start a starter kit, pull out dick on a charlatan
Start a fight and challenge someone who is lying or cheating.
And haul 'em when you're romancing these hoes like Harlequin
The rapper warns that women he pursues should not expect long-term relationships.
Listen, my cock'll leave 'em in a coma
The rapper boasts about his sexual prowess.
But the Glock'll leave you messy like you play for Barcelona
Gun violence will have serious consequences for those who engage in it.
You are now working with a renowned
The rapper is a well-known and established musician.
Master with mastery over conjugated verbs and nouns
The rapper is skilled in using words and language to create art.
Civilian sings, I drink, I lean
The singer is drowning their emotions in alcohol.
I see dead people when I dream
The singer has disturbing nightmares.
This war with self is so extreme
The artist is struggling with internal conflicts.
Sometimes I think I need to scream
The artist feels overwhelmed and needs an outlet for their emotions.
Press your luck, fuck a press kit, press can't harm me
The rapper is unfazed by negative press coverage.
But chest presses a deadlift, bench press zombies
The rapper can handle physical challenges and considers others weak in comparison.
Hysteria rap burn the flag, fuck America
The rapper is critical of American society and its symbols.
Start the revolution, poison the water with malaria
The rapper suggests a violent overthrow of the government and advocates for chemical warfare.
This war with self is so extreme
The artist is battling their own demons.
Sometimes I think I need to scream
The singer feels overwhelmed and needs an outlet for their emotions.
Cop the range, stop the strange, lock the game, rock the chain
The rapper advocates for acquiring wealth and status through illegal means.
Stop the train, smoke a fag, pop your brain
The rapper promotes drug use and violence.
Unless you can inject me in your arm like a narcotic and squeeze
The rapper demands loyalty and devotion from fans.
Please never say my name in vein, let's go
The rapper wants people to remember and respect their name.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: QUELLE CHRIS, TROY JAMERSON
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