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".
The Chase Is On
Skyzoo Lyrics
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Ridin on the wings of a dollar bill
Or better yet the anticipation of how it feels
Yeah, I guess I'm ridin on that
Caught a flight here and I ain't tryin to fly back
Nah, I held hands with the other side
And not afraid to still stand where the others hide
With no missed beginnings and no plans of tryin to kick this itchin
Nah, see the feeling is too strong to leave 'lone
The young board is too far to leap from
The conversation is too crafted for me
For me to believe this is somethin that can come and harm me
Easy for me, I mean, I follow the aroma
And the aura of what it might be is bringin me closer
Higher than I've ever been, caught it while catchin it
And tryin to keep it caught takes precedence
My interpretation
Never knew a feeling like this
Feelin like the feeling's priceless
I know what I need, I know what I want
I know where I've been, I know where I'm goin
My interpretation
Never knew a feeling like this
Feelin like the feeling's priceless
And all that I need and all that I want
Is to leave where I be and get where I'm goin
My intepretation
For everybody watchin me from the other side
I'm two smiles from every one time you wanna cry
I can't call it and yeah even though I'm all for it
It's underneath me, I walk on it
Meanin I control what starts and stops
And I can start and stop whenever needed, so I'm far from got
It's the allure of sittin between it all
Hands on the steering wheel, gettin me across
First time's a charm, the first time is gone
As quick as it came, so the chicks is leadin on
And I can't describe every time that I rise
But the further I go up, the more I wanna fly
And the limits don't seem to be around
So if you see me now, you see that I ain't tryin to see the ground
But I can come down whenever is necessary
No worries, you don't gotta hear me
It's my interpretation
You get your wings on your first taste
Fly away from everything on your first chase
Can't deny what it brings when it first breaks
So how could you ever think that this would turn great?
You see the lines get blurred the more that you partake
Followin a curve, the more that you walk straight
Attached at the waist so everything that you need
Is at the other end of everywhere that you be
And you sittin on E but denial is enough
To ignite and rile somethin up
And all that you want is letter H, letter O, letter P
And it seems at the bottom of it all is letter E
Let it breathe, is the feeling you receive
Roll down your pride and peel up your believes
Roll down your eyes and peel up on your sleeve
Inhale and feel it underneath
It's my interpretation
The song "The Chase is On" by Skyzoo is about the thrill of chasing success and the feeling that comes with it. The opening line, "Excuse me as I kiss the sky," shows the artist's confidence as he takes off on the pursuit of his dreams. The lyrics describe how he is "riding on the wings of a dollar bill," but the real excitement comes from the anticipation of what success will feel like. He knows there will be challenges along the way, but he is determined to overcome them.
Skyzoo believes that he controls what starts and stops in his life. He understands that the allure of success can be addictive and dangerous. At times, the lines between what is important and what is not can get blurred. He realizes that the more he partakes, the more he must follow a curve, but he is not afraid to keep chasing his dreams.
Overall, "The Chase is On" is a song of hope and determination. It encourages listeners to pursue their goals relentlessly and to not be afraid of the challenges that may arise along the way.
Line by Line Meaning
Ridin on the wings of a dollar bill
I am living off of the anticipation of success and financial security
Or better yet the anticipation of how it feels
I am excited about what the future may hold and how it will make me feel
Caught a flight here and I ain't tryin to fly back
I have come too far to turn back now and I am determined to keep moving forward
And not afraid to still stand where the others hide
I am willing to take risks and stand out from the crowd, even if it means facing my fears
I foresee my afflictions in it
I understand that there may be challenges and difficulties ahead, but I am prepared to face them
The conversation is too crafted for me
The opportunity before me is too good to let it slip away
My interpretation
This is my perspective and understanding of the situation
Never knew a feeling like this
I have never experienced such excitement and anticipation before
Feelin like the feeling's priceless
This feeling is so valuable and special that it cannot be compared to anything else
I know what I need, I know what I want
I have a clear vision of what I want to achieve and how to achieve it
For everybody watchin me from the other side
There are people who may doubt me or be envious of my success, but I will not let it affect me
Hands on the steering wheel, gettin me across
I am in control of my own destiny and am taking the necessary steps to achieve my goals
Attached at the waist so everything that you need
I am completely invested in my pursuit of success and it is a part of me
So how could you ever think that this would turn great?
It is natural to have doubts and fears, but I believe in myself and my abilities
Roll down your pride and peel up your believes
I need to let go of my ego and be open to new ideas and perspectives in order to succeed
Inhale and feel it underneath
I need to take a moment to appreciate the progress I have made and the journey I am on
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Written by: Patrick Baril
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Patrick Bateman
He does a damn good job of incorporating the names of spots from Liberty City into the song.
Pewling
This whole era of rap was truly a boost in hip-hop, now though? Damnable hard to find the good stuff.
xXtechnomaticXx
Very underrated track. This dude goes hard.
TurboKingXL91
This is what completes THE BEAT 102.7 !!!
Real One1
I swear
Kenneth Cooke
I met skyzoo twice I told him he should’ve made a music video for this song it would’ve been litt
Vincent Vitteli
Playing GTA IV and listening this track wright at this moment lol.
LØRENZØ97
this song is the best of gta iv ;)
SJ Siemka
This is underrated.
Dirty Kool Aid
People may not care but this song has the same exact snare drum as Carjack by freeway (I'm a music producing person that's why I said that)