1. The Spooks: A late 90's Hip… Read Full Bio ↴There are five artists by this name:
1. The Spooks: A late 90's HipHop/RnB-Band, similar to the Fugees. The group recorded "S.I.O.S.O.S., Vol. 1" in 1999 for Artemis Records. The album was a huge success in Europe but hardly made a dent in American markets. After attaining success throughout Europe with their record S.I.O.S.O.S., Vol. 1, Spooks garnered a hit with the single "Things I've Seen" (featured in the Laurence Fishburne film Once in the Life). Water-Water left the group before their second album Faster Than You Know and died in a car accident shortly before the album's release. The group disbanded soon afterwards, with little heard from the members since.
They are probably best known for their biggest UK hit 'Karma Hotel' which received heavy rotation on most commercial radio stations.
In 2009 Ming Xia appeared on Chali 2na's Fish Outta Water. One thing that is a constant across all reviews and comments about this group, is the utterly amazing vocals by the group's lead singer, Ming-Xia. As of 2008-2009, she has recorded some great solo songs that can be found for streaming at her website... www.MingMusik.com
For more info:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Spooks
http://www.ilike.com/artist/Spooks
http://www.MingMusik.com
2. Atlanta punk band featuring members of Black Lips, Deerhunter and The Kiwis known for their live performances dressed as ghosts. Death From beyond the Grave LP released on Die Slaughterhaus Records in 2008.
3. A short-lived and obscure late-70s punk/roots rock group from Minneapolis. Released no full-length albums, only a series of 7" singles.
4. A Norwegian hip-hop group started in 1993.
5. A punk band based out of Los Angeles, featuring Caleb Miller on guitar/ vocals and Tillie Lams on piano/ guitar.
The Mission
Spooks Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
I got It locked and aim like a rifle master
After the nine double I need therapy cause my mind struggles
I search but all I can find Is trouble
With my big eye open when I roll with a flow
It's just like magnifico
Though my creations are felt and got occupational wealth
Still wicked as satan's health
You'll learn the rules If ya please let me play with your mind
I make ya feel divine when I unravel a rhyme
That's gonna make you travel through time
You want to get high I'll take you to the bottom of the sky
Pass the galax I hypno's gonna teach you to fly
Close your eye then close your other eye
Now In a flash you on another ride to the other side
Travelin' searchin' for wisdom the mission
Travelin' searchin' for wisdom the mission
I want wisdom but wisdom's only friend Is time
Who I I run away from
But he always catches me and walks faster than I ran
Time always gets his way
An uninvited guest who spends more than just one day
Told me the only way that I can meet wise
Is If he brought his friend mistake
Travelin' searchin' for wisdom the mission
Travelin' searchin' for wisdom the mission
y'all know I'm movin' like a current through the socket I shock 'em
Put me on the stereo here we go spritiual I sock 'em
From the top to the bottom ya know what I got 'em
I load the mic up with heat lock It cock It and rock 'em
Cause here I come travelin' searchin' for wisdom
Hittin' another plane that's In between the drum
So journey with me I think you'll find when your done
Spooks raisin' up the caliber out shinin' the sun
My control raps speak the truth like phone taps
I know you want to express yourself blow that
Cause my dispersement of searches remain stable and pertinent
When I'm hurtin' It the verbal philosophy resembles socrates
Now who the fuck want to rock with me
My approach Is thunderous like giants with knockin' knees
And then I'm on a mission for bad karma that blister my balls
Ga ga got 'em from behind his pigeon door
Time always gets his way
An uninvited guest who spends more than just one day
Told me the only way that I can meet wise
Is If he brought his friend mistake
Travelin' searchin' for wisdom the mission
Travelin' searchin' for wisdom the mission
Travelin' searchin' for wisdom the mission
Travelin' searchin' for wisdom the mission
The lyrics of Spooks's song The Mission talk about the search for wisdom and the struggles we face in finding it. The song begins with the artist acknowledging his skills in rap and his aim to master it. He talks about the difficulties he faces in his search for inner peace and how he often finds trouble instead. His flow is compared to a journey through time where he can take his listeners to different realms of consciousness.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Travelin' searchin' for wisdom the mission" which emphasizes the importance of this quest. The artist recognizes that wisdom is only attained over time and often through mistakes. He uses the metaphor of Time as an uninvited guest who always catches up with us, but in doing so, can introduce us to Wise. Mistakes, on the other hand, are also part of the journey to gaining wisdom.
The artist's rap style is driven and powerful, with verses that speak the truth and address common struggles. Through his music, he aspires to raise his listeners' consciousness and offer a form of therapy for their mind struggles. Overall, The Mission is a reflection of the artist's personal quest for wisdom and his aim to inspire others to pursue their own path to enlightenment.
Line by Line Meaning
My style cap to the bible rap to the title track
I acknowledge and respect the influence of religious and spiritual music on my own style and approach to music
I got It locked and aim like a rifle master
I am confident and skilled in my craft, with a precise focus and direction
After the nine double I need therapy cause my mind struggles
I struggle with mental health issues, specifically after using drugs (commonly referred to as 9 Double), and require therapy to cope and recover
I search but all I can find Is trouble
Despite my efforts, I tend to attract and encounter problems and struggles in life
With my big eye open when I roll with a flow, It's just like magnifico
When I am in the zone and rapping with my full attention and focus, it is like a magnificent and awe-inspiring sight
Though my creations are felt and got occupational wealth, Still wicked as satan's health
Even though I have gained success and money through my music, the content of my lyrics and messages are still dark and sinister, reminiscent of Satan and his evil nature
It’s ok for your health take a journey today
It is beneficial for your mental and emotional wellbeing to explore, try new things, and take risks
You'll learn the rules If ya please let me play with your mind
I can teach you the important lessons and insights of life if you allow me to share my music and influence your perspective
I make ya feel divine when I unravel a rhyme
My poetic and lyrical abilities can evoke feelings of transcendence, inspiration, and ultimately, divinity
That's gonna make you travel through time, You want to get high I'll take you to the bottom of the sky, Pass the galax I hypno's gonna teach you to fly, Close your eye then close your other eye, Now In a flash you on another ride to the other side
My music can take you on an imaginative and psychedelic journey through time and space, providing a mind-altering and transformative experience
I want wisdom but wisdom's only friend Is time, Who I run away from, But he always catches me and walks faster than I ran, Time always gets his way, An uninvited guest who spends more than just one day, Told me the only way that I can meet wise, Is If he brought his friend mistake
I desire knowledge and insight, but it only comes with time, which is a daunting and intimidating concept for me. Time is an inevitable force that cannot be avoided and often brings unpleasant consequences. I can only learn from my mistakes and missteps along the way
y'all know I'm movin' like a current through the socket I shock 'em, Put me on the stereo here we go spritiual I sock 'em, From the top to the bottom ya know what I got 'em, I load the mic up with heat lock It cock It and rock 'em
My energy and power as a musician electrify and excite my audience. My music is not just entertaining, but it also has a spiritual and transformative quality. I have the skills and talent to capture and engage my listeners from start to finish
Cause here I come travelin' searchin' for wisdom
I am on a quest to find wisdom and knowledge, and strive to learn and grow through my music and experiences
Hittin' another plane that's In between the drum, So journey with me I think you'll find when your done, Spooks raisin' up the caliber out shinin' the sun
My music transcends traditional boundaries and expectations, taking listeners on a journey to new and different realms. I am confident that my music is of the highest quality and will always shine brightly
My control raps speak the truth like phone taps, I know you want to express yourself blow that, Cause my dispersement of searches remain stable and pertinent, When I'm hurtin' It the verbal philosophy resembles socrates, Now who the fuck want to rock with me, My approach Is thunderous like giants with knockin' knees, And then I'm on a mission for bad karma that blister my balls, Ga ga got 'em from behind his pigeon door
My lyrics are authentic and honest, akin to a wiretap that captures raw and unfiltered dialogue. I encourage others to express themselves and release their own truths. My search for knowledge and wisdom is persistent and focused, and often resembles the teachings of Socrates. I am confident in my skills and abilities, and those who dare to collaborate with me will experience the powerful impact of my music. I am also constantly working to overcome bad karma and negative consequences, which can be daunting and challenging
Travelin' searchin' for wisdom the mission
The overall message and theme of the song is about seeking knowledge and insight, and striving to grow and learn through life's struggles and challenges
Lyrics © JELLYBEAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GREGORY E. JACOBS, AUSTIN JOHNSON, SMEAD GHOING HUDMAN, DOUGLAS L. DAVIS, CHRISTOPHER RIOS, SAMMY R. WILLIAMS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind