An Echo from the Hosts That Profess Infinitum
Shabazz Palaces Lyrics

Pinups in the shape of promise, arise
Opportunities that appear captivating and alluring are emerging

All that diamond dust
Wealth and luxury are in abundance

Flowin' up your hose
These riches are readily accessible

Flamboyant obstacles
Challenges and adversity are ostentatious and showy

Deals made to cope
Compromises are necessary to manage difficult situations

Ignore the truths
Refuse to accept unpleasant realities

Shots at all these soft niggas, huh?
Mocking those who are perceived as weak

Ideas in recline
The flow of creativity has slowed down

Rise of the lost
The emergence of those who were previously overlooked or forgotten

Hey, here we stand
We are present and accounted for

Slave to network's master plans
We are bound to the agendas of those in power

Swag's the brand, open the can
Our image is paramount and must be showcased

Change off, still y'all never ran
Despite the shift in circumstances, we remain steadfast

I brag, I boast, I kill, I coast, I toast to cake and crime
I revel in my accomplishments, including those gained through illicit means

Doin' the most, a stronger dose, a king at leisure time
I am consistently exceeding expectations and have earned the right to rest and play

So, so, your grace of mind
Your mental capacity is unimpressive

Dope is laced fantasticized
Drugs have been tainted and romanticized

Gang signs points to hang them high
Symbols of gang membership signal a desire to commit murder

Who, swindle? oh yeah that's my guide
I rely on deceit and dishonesty to achieve my goals

The forecast he gives chance to blast
The prediction suggests an opportunity to unleash violence

Hussle dough, sure don't seem fast
Making money is not as easy as it used to be

My kiss, my list, my dreams, my stats:
My personal achievements and desires

These certain things need not be asked.
I won't bother explaining or justifying them

You think I'm selfish, exist only to wish on stars
You believe I am self-centered and have unrealistic aspirations

Lay in wait and cut the bars down, then go ice the guards
Awaiting the opportunity to escape and take out those who oppose me

Touch the hood and go kiss granny, catch a box of food
Taking care of my loved ones and community in the midst of adversity

Play the blade and feel that sunlight till you're in the mood
Experiencing the thrill of violence until it becomes second nature

But who do you think you are?
Questioning one's sense of self-importance

Who do you thank who you are?
Asking who deserves credit for one's accomplishments