Born Gregory Skyler Taylor in 1982 in Crown Heights, he grew up in Bedford-… Read Full Bio ↴Born Gregory Skyler Taylor in 1982 in Crown Heights, he grew up in Bedford-Stuyvesant. He was nicknamed Skyzoo by his parents after the Skyy disco song (his middle name is Skyler). He began rapping at the age of nine and went on to work with producers Jay Dee and 9th Wonder, releasing several mixtapes in the hope of securing a record deal. He was beaten by Jin on BET's 106 & Park freestyle contest, but went on to have tracks used as both the theme to ESPN's Whiplash TV and the soundtrack to a Guinness advert, and set up his own Custom Made Entertainment company. He has also had a long association with North Carolina rap crew the Justus League, whom he was introduced to via his friend Chaundon, and who he describes as his "second family". Jay Dee's death in 2006 prompted Skyzoo to pay tribute with the song "Sky's Last Donut". He worked with 9th Wonder on his debut album, Present Cloud 9: The 3 Day High, which reputedly took only three days to record. He also contributed to three tracks on the Hall of Justus album Soldiers of Fortune.
He released the critically-acclaimed Corner Store Classic mixtape in 2007, and released a remixed version, including some new material, as a digital download album in 2008. Corner Store Classic was rated 'XL' (4/5) by XXL Magazine. In 2007, he stated that he had a second album ready, called The Salvation, but was waiting for a major record deal before releasing it.
He cites as influences hip hop artists such as Notorious B.I.G., Jay-Z, Nas, N.W.A., Big Daddy Kane, and Kid 'n Play, as well as artists such as Sade, Nirvana and John Coltrane, and cites Coltrane's A Love Supreme as his favorite album. He credits J Dilla as his biggest inspiration and favorite producer. He has been critical of the direction that Hip Hop has taken, stating "People are taking the 'whetever we gotta do' method, resulting in gimmick records. I'm about making money but it has to be with dope records".
He released the critically-acclaimed Corner Store Classic mixtape in 2007, and released a remixed version, including some new material, as a digital download album in 2008. Corner Store Classic was rated 'XL' (4/5) by XXL Magazine. In 2007, he stated that he had a second album ready, called The Salvation, but was waiting for a major record deal before releasing it.
He cites as influences hip hop artists such as Notorious B.I.G., Jay-Z, Nas, N.W.A., Big Daddy Kane, and Kid 'n Play, as well as artists such as Sade, Nirvana and John Coltrane, and cites Coltrane's A Love Supreme as his favorite album. He credits J Dilla as his biggest inspiration and favorite producer. He has been critical of the direction that Hip Hop has taken, stating "People are taking the 'whetever we gotta do' method, resulting in gimmick records. I'm about making money but it has to be with dope records".
Give It Up
Skyzoo Lyrics
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Still call me S-K-Y-Z-O-O, say nobody did it closer
They was climbing from below him
And they clocking where I'm throwing like I got it for the lower
Turn this room into a lobby like I got this wide and open, ha
Bottom line is give and go, riding high, ceiling low
Can't nobody dub it so I'm five alive kicking flows
Call me top five, live and die by the shit I wrote
Bitches swinging by like let me ride or let me live alone
Fitteds on my off day, basements is all gray
Louis pouch toothpicks, quotables is Andre
Wrote about the hall way, flow is in and out
If they speaking on my sneakers then they foaming at the mouth
Say I did it for the borough, how we looking? How we looking?
Ain't no dancing in that kitchen, if they cooking then they cooking
Say they handle how you get it wit no looking when you looking
Tell 'em hands is out the window when I'm pushing what I'm pushing
On it like a replay, run this like a relay
Do it for where we stay, we be on that give it up
Made it looking easy, promise when you see me
(May)
Do it for where we stay, we be on that give it up
Shorty know how we play, took that over easy
Do it for where we stay, we be on that give it up
Do it for where we stay, we be on that give it up
We be on that give it up, we be on that give it up
Day to day we on it, my day to days is flawless
When they was waiting for Jordans I vacay'ed wit Jordan
My gateway was retarded, G4's is 10 a go
Google me and 5 world series show, really though
Clearly though Hennessy and spade is all we cheering fo'
Long as A is wit me I'll be in here till they clear the flo'
Playing now or never wit whoever got her clear to blow
There we go, know your way around like you been here befo'
Too much of a better thing but said that if we got it
We would do it up for everything and never be without it
We would do it how they never did and bet you if you doubt it
That we true enough to rep it and forever be about it, ha
'Bout it like a Miller, 'bout it, 'bout it like for realla
Went spurs wit the ace and poured a bottle out for Dilla
How they serving off this tray, know we out here full of winners
Got her slurred off the base like this bottom bout to kill her
And I'm in, new sneakers, few divas with 2 seaters
'Cause swag attracts swag, believe us
Back track when you see us, money talks in echoes
Never feared the moment, I'm more so on my Melo
Or more so Gapetto, flying everywhere
Tear a lining in the air, dump the guts from my 'Rello
It's Dj Prince, make your girl hit falsettos
Dreaming to be on my team, I told her hell no
Double R my L-O, monogram where the loops at
Living for whatever, it's whatever to recoup that
Guessing that you knew that on it from the jump
Said I'm fly enough to look like I just tossed 'em out the trunk
And you call it what you want 'cause all we do is live it up
Signature style what we bringing 'bruh, give it up
Fly guy etiquette, ride by repping it
Do it how these mu'fuckas never did, give it up
They was climbing from below him
And they clocking where I'm throwing like I got it for the lower
Turn this room into a lobby like I got this wide and open, ha
Bottom line is give and go, riding high, ceiling low
Can't nobody dub it so I'm five alive kicking flows
Call me top five, live and die by the shit I wrote
Fitteds on my off day, basements is all gray
Louis pouch toothpicks, quotables is Andre
Wrote about the hall way, flow is in and out
If they speaking on my sneakers then they foaming at the mouth
Say I did it for the borough, how we looking? How we looking?
Ain't no dancing in that kitchen, if they cooking then they cooking
Say they handle how you get it wit no looking when you looking
Tell 'em hands is out the window when I'm pushing what I'm pushing
On it like a replay, run this like a relay
Do it for where we stay, we be on that give it up
Made it looking easy, promise when you see me
(May)
Do it for where we stay, we be on that give it up
Shorty know how we play, took that over easy
Do it for where we stay, we be on that give it up
Do it for where we stay, we be on that give it up
We be on that give it up, we be on that give it up
Day to day we on it, my day to days is flawless
When they was waiting for Jordans I vacay'ed wit Jordan
My gateway was retarded, G4's is 10 a go
Google me and 5 world series show, really though
Clearly though Hennessy and spade is all we cheering fo'
Long as A is wit me I'll be in here till they clear the flo'
Playing now or never wit whoever got her clear to blow
There we go, know your way around like you been here befo'
Too much of a better thing but said that if we got it
We would do it up for everything and never be without it
We would do it how they never did and bet you if you doubt it
That we true enough to rep it and forever be about it, ha
'Bout it like a Miller, 'bout it, 'bout it like for realla
Went spurs wit the ace and poured a bottle out for Dilla
How they serving off this tray, know we out here full of winners
Got her slurred off the base like this bottom bout to kill her
And I'm in, new sneakers, few divas with 2 seaters
'Cause swag attracts swag, believe us
Back track when you see us, money talks in echoes
Never feared the moment, I'm more so on my Melo
Or more so Gapetto, flying everywhere
Tear a lining in the air, dump the guts from my 'Rello
It's Dj Prince, make your girl hit falsettos
Dreaming to be on my team, I told her hell no
Double R my L-O, monogram where the loops at
Living for whatever, it's whatever to recoup that
Guessing that you knew that on it from the jump
Said I'm fly enough to look like I just tossed 'em out the trunk
And you call it what you want 'cause all we do is live it up
Signature style what we bringing 'bruh, give it up
Fly guy etiquette, ride by repping it
Do it how these mu'fuckas never did, give it up
The lyrics to "Give It Up" by Skyzoo feat. DJ Prince are a reflection of Skyzoo's journey in the hip hop industry, from struggling to make it to the top to cementing his place at the summit. Skyzoo boasts about his success and how he has overcome all the obstacles that came his way while also claiming the top spot in the game. The opening lines are a testament to his dedication and hard work to reach the heights he has achieved. The chorus emphasizes the importance of giving back to one's community and paying tribute to where one comes from.
Skyzoo's flow throughout the song touches on various themes like his love for the sneakers he wears and the fashion he adorns. He raps about his life of luxury, traveling on private jets and living his best life. The verses showcase Skyzoo's impeccable wordplay, with references to Hallways and Andre 3000's quotables adding to the depth of his lyrics. He also references Dilla, referencing his influence on the hip hop industry. His flow switches frequently throughout the song, giving it a dynamic feel.
Overall, "Give It Up" is an ode to Skyzoo's personal and professional journey, serving as a reminder of his hard work, dedication, and love for his community. The lyrics' depth, the rich wordplay, and the bold flow all contribute to the song's appeal and making it a fan favorite.
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Split Personality
Classic album in my collection and a special place in my heart šØšš»
MrCOBravo
BOOMTRAP!!! Love !llmind's new sound!
TariqAmazin
the album bumps!
Forrealtho
I'm as biased as they come when it comes to my hip hop, but this joint is live!
voedsel pakkett
GIVE THIS SONG A GOLDEN MEDAL ! WHOOP - WHOOP .
deliver1
The people need a Torae & Skyzoo album!
wayne beardsley
most underrated rapper there is in my opinion, and i trust my knowledgeable hip hop opinions
desbrennanmusic
skyzoo is too dope
Poo-P Wong
I got the CD :D I dont really like this particular track but the rest is amazing.
dontworryboutit
DAMN SKYZOO u got some dope as fuck lyrics but that dubstep is killin me