In 1994, his first track was titled "Still Caught Up", which earned a nomination for Best Rap Recording at the 1996 Juno Awards. He was also nominated for another Juno of the same award in 2000 for "Money Or Love". In 2001, Saukrates produced the track "Uh-Huh" for Redman's Malpractice album, and appeared on a track called "Enjoy Da Ride". He also did a track called "Fine Line" for the soundtrack to Method Man and Redman's How High movie. In 2002, Saukrates teamed up with fellow Canadian producer Agile from BrassMunk to produce the track "Heaven" for Nas' God's Son and it featured Jully Black.
Canadian hip hop artists have had a hard time getting established south of the border, and Saukrates is no exception. In 1996, he was signed to Warner Bros. Records. Unfortunately for Saukrates, Warner dropped him in 1998, which was one year before his debut album The Underground Tapes was released to critical acclaim. By the year 2000, Saukrates reached another big deal with Def Jam and Gilla House Records (owned by Redman). Eventually, Saukrates was dropped by Def Jam because he was no longer considered a priority, however he remained with Gilla House. As of 2006, Saukrates is still looking to sign with a major record label.
On November 19, 2006, he performed "Promiscuous" with Nelly Furtado at halftime show of the 94th Grey Cup (the CFL championship game). Two days later, Saukrates beat-boxed during her performance of "Say It Right" at the 2006 American Music Awards in Los Angeles. On February 23, 2007, he appeared on the daytime drama One Life to Live with Nelly Furtado, performing "Promiscuous". Saukrates is also touring with Nelly Furtado on her Get Loose Tour, singing as a backing vocalist and supporting act.
Saukrates appears on two tracks of Redman's new album Red Gone Wild, released March 2007.
Innovations
Saukrates Lyrics
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Yo, I'm roaming one man deep, combing the streets
And beat boxing, like the field niggas, singing hymns picking cotton
With massive watts and tickle eardrums wit pleasure
Every single measure apply, exact amount of pressure
A chemical reaction happen
What was fastened by the spit, rashing
For its catalytic fashion, showing its passion
And left my nigga bless it
[Pharoahe Monch]
My God bless my very last breath
To be Allah Uahkbar
For narcotic cops to mark me inside of the shark bar
Spiritual sparks and lyrical darts adapt the visual
One nation under this rap shit indivisible
Never miserable anymore
Pharoahe the critically acclaimed rap professional
Keeping computer digital
By hark the best speed
This expert who could keep niggas alert in a school for narcolepsy
[Chorus: Saukrates]
Let em know the time it takes (Yes sir)
For every rhyme to shine, innovate (Come on)
Don't ever underestimate
Most niggas come fake but we cutting the red tape
[Pharoahe Monch]
How many man it take the quality time to renovate
Through rhyme form, solely for poetic penetration
Subliminal in this world it minimal ventilation
The task-master dome to gas mask from a clinic
Walking the earth, avoiding the global epidemic
I limit the sun's UV rays wit a visor
While y'all pass the plague licking blunts wit your saliva
We main-line a rhyme in your mind like tranquilizers
[Saukrates]
The king has arrived y'all
Before I get ya at your Barmitzvah
Leaving you mentally circumsized
Nah I did it, fucking you so hard you never forget it
Even Ellen and Martina Navatirola's coming over
Cause they trying to get wit it
Crack the back of all critics in a New York minute
You ain't seeing me, my dome is tinted
Return, the dues that you never earned
Niggas know your whole style is ?
[Chorus 2: Saukrates and Pharoahe Monch]
Let em know the time it takes (Yes sir)
For every rhyme to shine, innovate
Don't ever underestimate
We spit it, you bit the bait of these top-notch stimulating
Lyrics you can't escape
Let em know the time it takes
For every rhyme to shine, innovate
Don't ever underestimate
Most niggas come fake but we cutting the red tape
Now, so break down
[Saukrates]
Lyrical mastery, has to be, otherwise I'm calling you "Majesty"
Bitch-maker, switch on me, tragedy
These lyrics got em all mad at we are us
As we discuss who the best could be
[Pharoahe Monch]
Fuck it, I pop glock and block glock shots
In top spots from top-notch cops to bust from a crotch
Positioning, my conditioning allows me
To withstand the rain like two sets of All Weather Michelins, uh uh
[Saukrates]
Uh uh hitting the whole rhyme, splitting and fold
My diction make friction, switch in diamonds from coal
Heavyweight lyric, man I be ripping jabols
I be hitting it every minute though there's seconds to go
[Pharoahe Monch]
Pharoahe's soliciting crack at black baby christening
Glisten in rap, topical shit, on some Missin Impossible shit
Manyacal, whenever the diabolic spit
Words they never undeniable
[Chorus 2: x2]
The song "Innovations" by Saukrates is a combination of impressive lyricism and beats. The artist starts the song by describing how he roams alone in the streets and beatboxes like field slaves that sang hymns while picking cotton. He maintains the rhythmic flow of his verses while applying just the right amount of pressure to captivate the listeners. The chemical reaction that takes place as a result of his spit and passion shows in his profound lyrical composition. The song's chorus stresses the importance of innovation and hard work in shining and standing out from the crowd.
Pharoahe Monch's featured lyrics emphasize the importance of faith, resilience, and adaptability in surviving tough situations. He talks about his spirituality and the wars he has fought in the industry while maintaining his mental strength. He raps about the need to keep up with the times, saying one needs to keep digitizing and alert in a school for narcolepsy. He further talks about his ability to limit the sun's UV rays with a visor while avoiding the global epidemic, which is an analogy to show how equipped he is at handling life's challenges.
"Innovations" is a song packed with punchlines and double entendres in what can be seen as an unending lyrical battle between Saukrates and Pharoahe Monch. It communicates the importance of hard work and innovation in achieving success, which is evidenced by the use of different analogies and real-life scenarios. The song's complex rhyming scheme and lyrical depth set it apart from traditional rap music, making it a classic rap masterpiece.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo, I'm roaming one man deep, combing the streets
And beat boxing, like the field niggas, singing hymns picking cotton
I am walking through the streets alone, beatboxing and singing like the slaves who picked cotton and sang hymns.
With massive watts and tickle eardrums wit pleasure
Every single measure apply, exact amount of pressure
My music is powerful and pleasing to the ear, and every note is perfectly measured and applied with just the right amount of force.
A chemical reaction happen
What was fastened by the spit, rashing
For its catalytic fashion, showing its passion
For harassing microphones, pass it to the left
And left my nigga bless it
As I rap, the energy and excitement builds, causing a chemical reaction. My lyrics are so powerful that they seem to abuse the microphones. I pass the mic to my friend to continue the show.
My God bless my very last breath
To be Allah Uahkbar
For narcotic cops to mark me inside of the shark bar
I pray that my last breath is in praise of Allah, and for the police to leave me alone while I am at the Shark Bar.
Spiritual sparks and lyrical darts adapt the visual
One nation under this rap shit indivisible
Never miserable anymore
Pharoahe the critically acclaimed rap professional
With my words, I spark inspiration and ignite the imagination. We are all united in this world of rap, and I am no longer unhappy - I am now a successful and acclaimed rapper.
How many man it take the quality time to renovate
Through rhyme form, solely for poetic penetration
Subliminal in this world it minimal ventilation
It takes time and effort to create quality rhymes for the purpose of artistic expression. The world doesn't have enough opportunities for people to share their talent.
Limit the sun's UV rays wit a visor
While y'all pass the plague licking blunts wit your saliva
We main-line a rhyme in your mind like tranquilizers
I protect myself from the sun with a hat, while others expose themselves to illness by sharing joints. Our lyrics have a similar effect on the mind as powerful medication.
The king has arrived y'all
Before I get ya at your Barmitzvah
Leaving you mentally circumsized
Nah I did it, fucking you so hard you never forget it
Even Ellen and Martina Navatirola's coming over
Cause they trying to get wit it
Crack the back of all critics in a New York minute
You ain't seeing me, my dome is tinted
Return, the dues that you never earned
Niggas know your whole style is?
I'm here, and even before your bar mitzvah, my lyrics will leave such an impact that you'll never forget them. Even famous women like Ellen and Martina Navratilova want to be with me. I'll silence all critics in a matter of minutes. You don't even know where to find me, because I keep to myself. You don't deserve the recognition you seek, and your style is lacking creativity.
Lyrical mastery, has to be, otherwise I'm calling you "Majesty"
Bitch-maker, switch on me, tragedy
These lyrics got em all mad at we are us
As we discuss who the best could be
My lyrics are masterful, and if yours aren't up to par, I won't acknowledge you. If you even try to insult me, you'll regret it. People are mad at me for my success, as we all debate who the best rapper is.
Fuck it, I pop glock and block glock shots
In top spots from top-notch cops to bust from a crotch
Positioning, my conditioning allows me
To withstand the rain like two sets of All Weather Michelins, uh uh
I don't care anymore and will shoot and block anyone who tries to stop me. My training allows me to withstand any opposition, like good tires for any weather.
Uh uh hitting the whole rhyme, splitting and fold
My diction make friction, switch in diamonds from coal
Heavyweight lyric, man I be ripping jables
I be hitting it every minute though there's seconds to go
I'm hitting every line perfectly, even turning coal into diamonds with my words. My lyrics are so powerful, they can knock out anyone with just a few lines.
Pharoahe's soliciting crack at black baby christening
Glisten in rap, topical shit, on some Missin Impossible shit
Manyacal, whenever the diabolic spit
Words they never undeniable
Pharoahe is so good at rapping that he could even sell crack at a baby christening. He stays topical and imaginative, like some kind of James Bond villain. His lyrics are so evil that they can never be doubted.
Let em know the time it takes (Yes sir)
For every rhyme to shine, innovate
Don't ever underestimate
We spit it, you bit the bait of these top-notch stimulating
Lyrics you can't escape
It takes time and skill to create good rhymes that are innovative and shine. Don't underestimate us. Our lyrics are addicting, and once you listen to them, you won't be able to stop.
Most niggas come fake but we cutting the red tape
Now, so break down
Most rappers are unoriginal and fake, but we are cutting through the bureaucracy and making a name for ourselves. Now it's time to start breaking things down (performing).
Let em know the time it takes
For every rhyme to shine, innovate
Don't ever underestimate
Most niggas come fake but we cutting the red tape
It takes effort and creativity to make good music. Don't underestimate us, even though most rappers are unoriginal. We're trying to make a name for ourselves, and we won't be held back.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: TROY DONALD JAMERSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@haineken4937
Intro [Saukrates]
We got the shit that make your body rock. (X6)
Y-Yes sir Saukrates yo Pharoahe Monch 13 Pharoahe Monch yo Saukrates Edd Ill on this shit right here my nigga 2Rude yo on the instrumentals ya niggas can't fuck with this let them know yo yo yo
[Saukrates]
Yo, I'm roaming one man deep, combin the streets
And beatboxin, like the field niggas, singin hymns pickin cotton
Wit massive watts and tickle eardrums wit pleasure
Every single measure apply, exact amount of pressure
A chemical reaction happen
What was fastened by the spit, rashing
For its catalystic fashion, showin its passion
For harassin microphones, pass it to the left
And left my nigga bless it
[Pharoahe Monch]
My God bless my very last breath
To be Allah Uahkbar
For narcotic cops to mark me inside of the shark bar
Spiritual sparks and lyrical darts adapt the visual
One nation under this rap shit indivisible
Never miseb-erable anymore
Pharoahe the crit-ically acclaimed rap professional
Keepin computer digital
By hark the best speed
This expert who could keep niggas alert in a school for narcolepsy
Chorus [Saukrates]
Let em know the time it takes (Yes sir)
For every rhyme to shine, innovate (Come on)
Don't ever underestimate
Most niggas come fake but we cuttin the red tape
[Pharoahe Monch]
How many man it take the quality time to rennovate
Through rhyme form, solely for poetic penetration
Subliminal in this world it minimal ventilation
The task-master dome to gas mask from a clinic
Walking the earth, avoiding the global epidemic
I limit the sun's UV rays wit a visor
While ya'll pass the plague lickin blunts wit your saliva
We main-line a rhyme in your mind like tranquilizers
[Saukrates]
The king has arrived ya'll
Before I get ya at your barmitzvah
Leavin you mentally circumsized
Nah I did it, fuckin you so hard you never forget it
Even Ellen and Martina Navatirola's comin over
Cuz they tryin to get wit it
Crack the back of all critics in a New York minute
You ain't seein me, my dome is tinted
Return, the dues that you never earned
Niggas know your whole style is ?
Chorus B [Saukrates, Pharoahe Monch]
Let em know the time it takes (Yes sir)
For every rhyme to shine, innovate
Don't ever underestimate
We spit it, you bit the bait of these top-notch stimulating
Lyrics you can't escape
Let em know the time it takes
For every rhyme to shine, innovate
Don't ever underestimate
Most niggas come fake but we cuttin the red tape
Now, so break down
[Saukrates]
Lyrical mastery, has to be, otherwise I'm callin you "Majesty"
Bitch-maker, switch on me, tragedy
These lyrics got em all mad at we are us
As we discuss who the best could be
[Pharoahe Monch]
Fuck it, I pop Glock and block Glock shots
In top spots from top-notch cops to bust from a crotch
Positioning, my conditioning allows me
To withstand the rain like two sets of All Weather Michelins, uh uh
[Saukrates]
Uh uh hittin the whole rhyme, splittin and fold
My diction make friction, switchindiamonds from coal
Heavyweight lyric, man I be rippin jabols
I be hittin it every minute though there's seconds to go
[Pharoahe Monch]
Pharoahe's soliciting crack at black baby christening
Glisten in rap, topical shit, on some Missin Impossible shit
Manyacal, whenever the diabolic spit
Words they never undeniable
Chorus B 2x minus "Now, so break down"
@Keegiee
Canadian hip hop meets New York hip hop! Dope!!
@stilblazing
i came here 4 pharoehe monch
@Strype13
Monch + Sauk.. Fuckin' incredible combo, hands down.
@agbrenv
yes, and finally someone who doesn't put Monch on the hook only
@delirious44
This stays in my favourite's list till either I die , the loader takes it down , or the Internet closes down permanently FUCKING LETHAL COMBO
@nacheeks
Why tf is this not on Spotify anymore.
@ViktorBellevue
dope!
@marselus88
fresh!
@dkanekoo
heavy!
@WaveMaster1406
Damn! Dat shit tho!