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Chali 2na Freestyle
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Like that like that ya don't stop, check it
One mo' time for the people out there
It goes peace -- if you come to see me rebel
2na-Fish'll come ready like I was Edie Brickell
I'm everlasting, never will my head expand
This Publisher is Clearinghouse like I'm Ed McMahon
I getcha -- open like a bullet wound, test the repoitoire
I'm on my toes, all my foes beware
cause 2na-Fish'll tackle flows like I'm Rosie Grier, yeah
Forgot to tell you the response is choice
Comin to smother the brother with the monster voice
It's gonna -- wipe slow specimen I got the hype
so listen in lyrical nitro-glycerin
We pack a punch like a earthquake set
Comin through your {fuckin} tapedeck is how we shake {shit}
So all you {bitch-ass} brothers take shelter
or you'll be on my conveyor belt when I melt ya
It's like that, one two for J-5
Let me tell you that we, make it live, gray-la-hey
Breathin in and out lung style, huh
Mr. Canibus, won'tcha funk it up for a while
The opening lines of Chali 2na’s freestyle rap suggest that he is about to make a statement on behalf of his fans, standing up for their rebellious nature. He then refers to himself as 2na-Fish, implying that he is sharp-witted and quick to react, like a fish. Chali then compares himself to singer Edie Brickell, implying that his rhymes will have a lasting impact. He asserts that he is a powerful force in the music industry, like Ed McMahon, and that his influence is felt across the industry.
The next line prepares the listener for the impact his rhymes will have, likening them to a bullet wound. However, Chali indicates that he is no brute, demonstrating his craft by connecting a right cross to an enemy’s jaw with surgical precision. He then compares himself to former NFL tackle Rosie Grier, suggesting that he is a formidable opponent, and in the next line, he hints that his fans will react positively to his music, which they will have “choice” over.
Chali 2na then warns his enemies to beware of his ferocity, referring back to his likeness to Rosie Grier. He claims to possess “lyrical nitro-glycerin,” which packs a punch like an earthquake. Chali boasts that his music is so powerful that it can shake the very foundations of a listener’s cassette player. Finally, he invokes the name of the hip-hop group J-5, of which he is a member, and introduces the next rapper, Mr. Canibus. Together, they funk up the track for their fans.
Line by Line Meaning
Like that like that ya don't stop, check it
I'm starting off strong with a classic hip-hop line, letting you know that I'm here to bring the beats and lyrics. Pay attention.
One mo' time for the people out there
I'm giving you one more dose of my talents for my fans out there.
It goes peace -- if you come to see me rebel
I'm all about positive vibes, but if you're here to see me rebel and go against the norm, then let's go.
2na-Fish'll come ready like I was Edie Brickell
I'm coming in hot and prepared like the talented artist Edie Brickell.
I'm everlasting, never will my head expand
I'm always going to stay true to myself and never let fame get to my head.
This Publisher is Clearinghouse like I'm Ed McMahon
I'm handling business in the industry with ease, similar to the iconic Ed McMahon.
I getcha -- open like a bullet wound, test the repoitoire
My rhymes will hit you hard and leave you wide open, so be prepared for the skills I'm about to show.
and I'll connect a right cross to your upper jaw
I'm not afraid to throw a punch (metaphorically speaking) and hit you hard with my lyrics.
I'm on my toes, all my foes beware
I'm always ready for any challengers and my enemies better watch out.
cause 2na-Fish'll tackle flows like I'm Rosie Grier, yeah
I'll take on any flow or challenge thrown my way, just like the legendary football player Rosie Grier.
Forgot to tell you the response is choice
Just to remind you, my rhymes are always on point and the audience has a choice to respond however they want.
Comin to smother the brother with the monster voice
I'm here to bring some heat with my monster vocals and lyrics.
It's gonna -- wipe slow specimen I got the hype
My lyrics are going to destroy any weak competition and I have the confidence and motivation to prove it.
so listen in lyrical nitro-glycerin
Listen closely to my explosive lyrics that are sure to blow you away.
We pack a punch like a earthquake set
My fellow artists and I bring the energy and strength of an earthquake with our music.
Comin through your {fuckin} tapedeck is how we shake {shit}
Our music is so powerful that even your tapedeck can't handle it, but that's just how we like it.
So all you {bitch-ass} brothers take shelter
Any weak or scared artists out there better back down, because we're bringing the heat.
or you'll be on my conveyor belt when I melt ya
If you try to go against me, I'll take you down and move on to the next challenge like a machine.
It's like that, one two for J-5
I'm throwing it back to my group Jurassic 5, giving them a shoutout and keeping the energy high.
Let me tell you that we, make it live, gray-la-hey
We're not just performing, we're bringing life to the stage and getting the crowd hyped up.
Breathin in and out lung style, huh
I'm using my unique lung style to deliver my rhymes and bring something fresh to the table.
Mr. Canibus, won'tcha funk it up for a while
I'm passing it on to another talented artist, Canibus, to keep the energy going and bring some funk to the mix.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: OMAR GERRYL CREDLE, CHRISTOPHER E MARTIN
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pandabearmadness
J5 killed this
victor writer
KING TECH WAS A SICK ASS POPPER BACK N THE DAY CALLED HIMSELF WIZZARD....i'm looking for clips of him on KFRC dance party
Givemeanhour
Down and dirty like ike and Tina's divorce proceedings
Missy The Cat
1:18!!