Musically, Schoolly D and his DJ Code Money came up with electronic hardcore beats. Later on, Schoolly embraced the afrocentric style, working together with KRS-One. He contributed songs and music to many Abel Ferrara films. Schoolly also wrote "The Player" for Ferrara's film The Blackout, as well as the score to Ferrara's R'Xmas. In addition he also contributed the title track to Ferrara's King of New York starring Christopher Walken. The film also contained several tracks from the album "Am I Black enough for you?". His last album features guest appearances by Public Enemy's Chuck D, Chuck Chillout, Lady B and The Sneaker Pimps.
Schoolly also does the music and occasional narration for the cult animated series Aqua Teen Hunger Force.
Black Jesus
Schoolly D Lyrics
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So many rhymes in my brain
So many things, complex
Waitin' to see what School, will do next
All the while, you've been waitin'
Like a child, aggravatin'
For Schoolly School, to come along
To put a dope beat into a rap song
Like a school, I used to be a verb
But now I'm a bill, on Capitol Hill
So now, sit back and chill
Thinkin', a picture of Jesus
In my mind, I know that he need this
Tryin' to hold back with all my might
I know damn well, he wasn't white
I look into the mirror, I say damn
Jesus was a Black Man
Don't know where I'm goin', or where I'm from
All I really know is that I carry a gun
I keep dancin', to this rhythm
Don't know, just what I give em
Performin', an exorcism
Sit on back and listen, to my wisdom
You scream, dance you might holler
At the door cash money that dollar
Come on in, treat me like your father
Beats so dope, they grabbed you by the collar
This poem's, a lethal weapon
You don't tickle, keep on steppin'
Schoolly School, too damn cool
Dope beats and dope rhymes rule
Reach into my pocket, I say damn
'Cause Jesus was a Black Man
In Schoolly D's song "Black Jesus," he showcases his skills as a rapper, boasting about his ability to rhyme quickly and cleverly. He compares himself to a jet plane, moving fast and steady with so many rhymes in his brain that he can barely keep up with them. He acknowledges that people have been waiting for him to come along and put out another dope beat, and he delivers just that.
The title of the song is "Black Jesus," and Schoolly D uses his platform to challenge the traditional depiction of Jesus as a white man. He says that he knows that Jesus needs to be pictured as a black man, and he looks into the mirror and affirms this belief. He also acknowledges that he doesn't know where he's going or where he's from, but he knows that he carries a gun. The song is a mix of braggadocio, social commentary, and personal reflection.
Overall, "Black Jesus" is a song that showcases Schoolly D's skills as a rapper while also touching on important issues like representation and violence. It's a song that is still relevant today, as it challenges the dominant narrative around Jesus and also highlights the ongoing issue of gun violence in America.
Line by Line Meaning
Fast and steady, I'm like a jet plane
I am quick and efficient, like a fast-moving airplane
So many rhymes in my brain
I have a lot of rap lyrics stored in my mind
So many things, complex
My thoughts and ideas are intricate and multifaceted
Waitin' to see what School, will do next
My fans are eagerly anticipating my next move
All the while, you've been waitin'
My followers have been patiently waiting for my next song
Like a child, aggravatin'
They have been acting like impatient children
For Schoolly School, to come along
They are waiting for me to release new music
To put a dope beat into a rap song
They want me to create a new rap song with a great beat
I know, it's quite absurd
I understand that my thoughts may seem unreasonable to some people
Like a school, I used to be a verb
I used to be known for my educational lyrics
But now I'm a bill, on Capitol Hill
I have become a law, recognized on the highest level of government
So now, sit back and chill
Relax and enjoy my music
Thinkin', a picture of Jesus
I have an image of Jesus in my mind
In my mind, I know that he need this
I believe that Jesus would have appreciated my music
Tryin' to hold back with all my might
I am struggling to contain my feelings and emotions
I know damn well, he wasn't white
I am aware that Jesus was not of Caucasian race
I look into the mirror, I say damn
I am frustrated and shocked by what I am about to reveal
Jesus was a Black Man
Jesus was a person of African descent
Don't know where I'm goin', or where I'm from
I am unsure of my origin and destination
All I really know is that I carry a gun
I rely on carrying a gun for protection
I keep dancin', to this rhythm
I am always moving to the beat of my own music
Don't know, just what I give em
I am not certain of how my music affects my listeners
Performin', an exorcism
My music is powerful enough to drive out evil spirits
Sit on back and listen, to my wisdom
Take a seat and hear me out, I have knowledge to share
You scream, dance you might holler
You might scream and shout while dancing to my music
At the door cash money that dollar
You will pay money to hear my music
Come on in, treat me like your father
I am welcoming you to listen to me like I am your father figure
Beats so dope, they grabbed you by the collar
My beats are so good, they grab your attention
This poem's, a lethal weapon
My music has the power to influence and change people
You don't tickle, keep on steppin'
If my music doesn't entertain you, then move on
Schoolly School, too damn cool
I am very cool and popular
Dope beats and dope rhymes rule
My music has great beats and lyrics
Reach into my pocket, I say damn
I am again surprised by what I will reveal next
'Cause Jesus was a Black Man
I am reiterating that Jesus was a person of African descent
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, THE MUSIC GOES ROUND, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JESSE BONDS WEAVER JR., RANDY MULLER, SCHOOLY D
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