She is the protégé of Grammy Award-winning producer 9th Wonder, the first lady of North Carolina super crew Kooley High, and one of the first artists signed to Jamla Records/It's A Wonderful World Music Group. As the brainchild of 9th Wonder's true school resurgence, Rapsody consistently sets the bar high for all emcees, male and female alike. Paying homage to her hip hop godmothers MC Lyte, Queen Latifah, and Lauryn Hill, this Snow Hill, North Carolina native represents much more than just the female side of hip hop culture; she is an emcee who represents hip hop culture beyond the lines of gender, proving that anything the boys can do, she can do, too, and better. Her virtuosity and dexterity behind the microphone highlight her presentation, and her humble demeanor attests to her constant pursuit of improvement with every beat and rhyme.
After proving her impeccable craftsmanship with features on 9th Wonder's "Dream Merchant 2," Skyzoo's DJ-Drama hosted "The Power of Words," and numerous Kooley High releases, Rapsody made her solo debut on December 7, 2010 with "Return of the B-Girl," a 20-track project boasting production by 9th Wonder and DJ Premier among others, as well as features from Big Daddy Kane, Mac Miller, Skyzoo, Rah Digga, Phil Ade, and more. A published review praised the record: "A poet-turned-rapper, Rapdiddy (as she's dubbed herself) has always possessed outstanding wordplay, but B-Girl finds her effortlessly nimble delivery -- capable of both gritty and biting or sassy and sultry -- continuing to improve."
Rapsody has shared the stage with hip hop legends and rising stars alike, including Raekwon of the Wu-Tang Clan, Big Daddy Kane, J. Cole, Wale, Colin Munroe, Tanya Morgan, Suede of Camp Lo, Blu and Exile, and The Clipse, but it's her ability to captivate diverse audiences with her explosively dynamic live performance that sets her apart and has earned her much-deserved accolades from major media sources including Vibe, XXL, HipHopDX, and more. She has captivated audiences at sold-out performances at dozens of venues on The Incredibly Dope Tour with Mac Miller and the Mic Fest Tour with 9th Wonder and her Jamla Records label mates. In her sophomore project "Thank H.E.R. Now," she weaves more intimate stories of her personal experiences and shares the studio and soundbooth with heavy hitters Jean Grae, MURS, Raekwon, Estelle, Mac Miller, Kendrick Lamar, Big K.R.I.T., Marsha Ambrosius, and more.
Her style is polished and distinct, and her wordplay and flow are unparalleled in both delivery and execution. As she continues to strive to contend with her hip hop predecessors like Jay-Z and Mos Def, Rapsody is already undeniably one of the strongest and most promising forces in today's hip hop culture.
Celebrate
Rapsody Lyrics
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Toast to a beautiful life
Raise your glasses
Celebrate, the life
Looking like its gon’ be a wonderful night
Welcome to the party life
For those who seldom pardon life
Got my check today, on time
And all my close friends
Celebrating new beginnings here
For those turning another year
For the youngins in the world learning how to steer
I celebrate um all
Celebrate for the fact that we all living y'all
And for my girls
All rocking new jewelry in this world
Congratulations
Celebrate for the parents out here raising
Little offspring
Celebrate if you single here without a ring
Cuz you kicked em to the curb
He was bad news to my sistahs I say word
Celebrate the game
If for only a day you live in fame
And celebrate the old days
Growing up broke, po, and hungry
Cuz it made you who you are
I celebrate forever everyday live like a star
Soiree of the masses
Toast to a beautiful life
Raise your glasses
Celebrate, the life
Looking like its gon’ be a wonderful night
Raise a glass with the masses
Celebrate for that full tank of gas and
For ever test passed
That lead to a different world
And a better class
Or you bought some new fashions
That you just need a reason to show your ass in
Celebrate for that
Celebrate cuz we beautiful and we black y'all
And if you got that new job
Celebrate cuz everyday living is hard
Then feel ur glass with palmer and raise it high y'all for ever single mama
And you got rid of all the drama
And you just feeling mary yall promise
We gon have a good time
Pop a little bubbly and sip a little wine
Reminisce for a bit
Celebrate if now u can pay ur rent
Roof over your head
Food in the place so our bodies all fed
We celebrate all night
Celebrate wit your husband or your wife
If you feeling aight
Toast for everyday y'all and celebrate life
The song "Celebrate" by Rapsody is a heartwarming tribute to the good things in life. The song is essentially an invitation to appreciate and recognize the many blessings and achievements in one's life. The lyrics are a celebration of life in all its forms and a reminder to be grateful for what one has. The song's chorus sets the upbeat and lively tone, encouraging the listener to join in the party and raise a glass to life. The first verse introduces the theme of the song, inviting those who seldom take a break from the daily grind to celebrate good times. The second verse is a shout out to friends and family, celebrating new beginnings and milestones. The third verse is an acknowledgment of one's personal journey, celebrating the small and big victories that have brought one to the present. The playful rhymes and the upbeat tone of the song make it an easy and fun listen, while the underlying message of gratitude resonates long after the music fades away.
Line by Line Meaning
Soiree of the masses
A party attended by many people
Toast to a beautiful life
Raise a glass to the good things in life
Raise your glasses
Lift up your drink containers in a celebratory manner
Celebrate, the life
Rejoice in the experience of being alive
Looking like its gon’ be a wonderful night
Anticipating a great time in the near future
Welcome to the party life
Acknowledging the enjoyment of attending social events
For those who seldom pardon life
For individuals who rarely forgive themselves and others
To celebrate the good times
Honoring the occasions when things are going well
Got my check today, on time
Received payment according to the expected schedule
And all my close friends
The people with whom the singer has strong relationships
Celebrating new beginnings here
Acknowledging fresh starts and opportunities
For those turning another year
Congratulating individuals on the occasion of their birthdays
For the youngins in the world learning how to steer
Encouraging and supporting young people as they navigate life
I celebrate um all
Honoring everyone around the singer
Celebrate for the fact that we all living y'all
Taking pleasure in the fact that they are all alive
And for my girls
A shoutout to the singer's female friends
All rocking new jewelry in this world
Sporting recently purchased adornments
Congratulations
Expressing happiness for someone's achievements
Celebrate for the parents out here raising
Honoring mothers and fathers who are raising children
Little offspring
Children
Celebrate if you single here without a ring
Rejoicing in personal freedom and independence
Cuz you kicked em to the curb
Ending a relationship with someone
He was bad news to my sistahs I say word
Referring to an unsuitable or harmful romantic partner
Celebrate the game
Acknowledging entertainment-related success
If for only a day you live in fame
Enjoying a moment of popularity and recognition
And celebrate the old days
Revisiting happy times in the past
Growing up broke, po, and hungry
Recalling a time of financial struggle
Cuz it made you who you are
Acknowledging that past experiences have shaped the singer's identity
I celebrate forever everyday live like a star
Honoring oneself and living life fully
Raise a glass with the masses
Encouraging participation in the moment of celebration
Celebrate for that full tank of gas and
Rejoicing in the ability to travel with ease
For ever test passed
Honoring personal accomplishments
That lead to a different world
Acknowledging personal growth and change
And a better class
Celebrating increased prosperity and social mobility
Or you bought some new fashions
Enjoying recent clothing purchases
That you just need a reason to show your ass in
Trying out new clothing in a celebratory context
Celebrate cuz we beautiful and we black y'all
Honoring black identity and beauty
And if you got that new job
Congratulating someone on their employment
Celebrate cuz everyday living is hard
Acknowledging that life can be a challenge
Then feel ur glass with palmer and raise it high y'all for ever single mama
Taking a moment to acknowledge the hard work of single mothers
And you got rid of all the drama
Ending a period of conflict or stress
And you just feeling mary yall promise
Enjoying life and feeling optimistic
We gon have a good time
Anticipating a pleasant experience
Pop a little bubbly and sip a little wine
Enjoying alcoholic beverages
Reminisce for a bit
Revisiting past memories for a moment
Celebrate if now u can pay ur rent
Finding relief in being able to afford basic necessities
Roof over your head
Having a place to live
Food in the place so our bodies all fed
Being able to eat and sustain oneself
We celebrate all night
Rejoicing for an extended period of time
Celebrate wit your husband or your wife
Enjoying a shared moment of happiness
If you feeling aight
If you're feeling good
Toast for everyday y'all and celebrate life
Celebrating the beauty of existence on a daily basis
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