As a teen, Al began to identify strongly with the rebellious lyrics and urban sounds of hip-hop, and he began writing his own lyrics as a creative outlet. He joined up with other like-minded artists who wrote lyrics and rebelled strongly against their "uptight" suburban surroundings, among whom were Shifty Shellshock of Crazy Town, Evidence of Dilated Peoples and Scott Caan, son of James Caan. They would often hang out in urban areas of Los Angeles and participated in typical teenage rebellious activities like partying, smoking marijuana, and general mischief.
Al and Scott decided to become a duo named The Whooliganz. While rhyming at a party in L.A., they attracted the attention of B-Real of Cypress Hill. He invited the teens to join his crew, The Soul Assassins, which also included the groups House of Pain and Funkdoobiest. In 1993, the Whooliganz released their first single, "Put Your Handz Up." The song received little radio airplay and their record label, Tommy Boy Records, decided to shelve their album. Rejected, Scott focused his creative energy on acting while Al became interested in process of making hip-hop beats.
DJ Muggs took Al under his wing and taught him how to use a sampler and mixing board. After helping to produce a few tracks for Cypress Hill, Al became the main producer for his childhood friend, Evidence and his group Dilated Peoples. When Dilated debuted in 1998, they were an underground sensation creating a huge buzz about the man behind those incredible beats.
In 1999, Muggs introduced Al to his good friends, the popular hip-hop group Mobb Deep. Al produced two songs for their Murda Muzik album. Impressed by his production skills and street smarts, Mobb Deep took him under their wing, using his beats on all their subsequent albums. As Alchemist's profile increased, he went on to produce for many of hip hop's most successful and prominent artists, such as Nas, Fat Joe, Jadakiss, Ghostface Killah and Snoop Dogg. He has also remixed songs for bands and artists in other genres such as Linkin Park and Morcheeba. Al stayed loyal to his old friends, continuing to produce for Dilated, Cypress Hill, Everlast (formerly of House of Pain) and Crazy Town. He also enjoys producing for lesser-known underground rappers, often giving them some of his best beats. In 2004, 11 years after his rapping career folded, The Alchemist returned with his long-awaited debut album, "1st Infantry." The album yielded the hit single "Hold You Down" (featuring Prodigy, Illa Ghee, and Nina Sky), which hit number ninety-five on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2005.
Alchemist was the official tour DJ for Eminem on his 2005 Anger Management 3 Tour, replacing the recently-ousted DJ Green Lantern. However on July 13, 2005, the tour bus carrying Eminem's entourage (including rapper Stat Quo as well as Alchemist) swerved off the road and turned over. Alchemist was treated for broken ribs and a collapsed lung.
The Alchemist is one of the music producers behind the video game Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars released by Rockstar Games. He was also on Tim Westwood TV, when Eminem, Royce Da 5'9" and Mr. Porter freestyled. During an interview with Worldwide Conspiracy Radio, The Alchemist revealed he would be dropping a 2-part project with fellow West Coast producer Oh No entitled Gangrene, the first to be released in July, the second in November, both on Decon. Alchemist was also the DJ for the Eminem set on the BBC1 chat-show Jonathan Ross on June 4, 2010.
Alchemist is Eminem's official DJ, since DJ Green Lantern departed from Shady Records in 2005 because of a dispute related to the feud of 50 Cent and Jadakiss. In 2006, Eminem released a collaboration album with Shady Records called Eminem Presents: The Re-Up. Since the Alchemist is his official DJ, he produced some of the tracks on the mixtape, as well as compiling the album in a mixtape fashion. On December 18, 2013, he was named the runner-up for Producer of the Year by HipHopDX.
You Can Do It
The Alchemist Lyrics
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Will you think of that again?
I know its cold
Don't lose your will to live
You have to fight it
Those thoughts that are bleak and grim
I know you can
Raise your head up high
And don't forget
You have what it takes
So don't give into the helplessness
Just wait and see
What you can be
And realize your worth
Don't hide your darkness
You must learn to learn from it
I know its hard
But in the end that's what makes us
A new day will dawn
And with it you will find your way
No need to worry
Everything is as it should be
So don't give in
To the pain you hold inside
Just let it go
And free yourself
And don't forget
You have what it takes
So don't give into the helplessness
Just wait and see
What you can be
And realize your worth
Bright Times are upon us
I know we will succeed
Like light that formed from star dust
their is no stopping me
And don't forget
You have what it takes
So don't give into the helplessness
Just wait and see
What you can be
And realize your worth
Cause you can make it
You can make it
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Make it
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The lyrics to The Alchemist's song "You Can Do It" are a powerful message of perseverance and hope. The song starts with acknowledging the difficulties and challenges one may face, but also emphasizing the importance of not losing the will to live. The listener is encouraged to fight against negative thoughts and hold their head up high, reminding them that they have the strength within themselves.
The chorus repeats the message that the listener possesses what it takes to overcome their struggles and should not give in to a sense of helplessness. They are urged to wait and see what they can become and to recognize their worth. The song acknowledges that it may be difficult to face one's darkness, but it emphasizes the importance of learning from it and using it as a catalyst for growth.
The lyrics then transition into a more positive and uplifting tone, proclaiming that bright times are upon the listener and that success is within their reach. The comparison to light formed from stardust adds a celestial and magical element to the message. The song concludes by reinforcing the notion that the listener has the ability to overcome and make it through any challenges that come their way.
Overall, "You Can Do It" serves as an inspiring anthem that encourages listeners to believe in themselves, embrace their inner strength, and persevere through difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
As the sun Rises
With each new day, a fresh opportunity presents itself
Will you think of that again?
Will you remember to seize the day and make the most of it?
I know its cold
I understand that life can be harsh and challenging
Don't lose your will to live
Maintain your inner drive and determination, even in difficult times
You have to fight it
You must battle against negative thoughts and circumstances
Those thoughts that are bleak and grim
Those pessimistic and gloomy thoughts that attempt to bring you down
I know you can
I believe in your ability to overcome obstacles
Raise your head up high
Hold your head high and maintain your confidence
Don't give up
Persevere and continue pushing forward
And don't forget
Remember always
You have what it takes
You possess the necessary qualities and strengths
So don't give into the helplessness
Do not succumb to feelings of powerlessness
Just wait and see
Be patient and observe what unfolds
What you can be
The potential and possibilities that await you
And realize your worth
Recognize your own value and importance
Don't hide your darkness
Do not conceal your flaws and struggles
You must learn to learn from it
You need to find lessons and growth within your darkest moments
I know its hard
I understand that it can be incredibly challenging
But in the end that's what makes us
However, our hardships and experiences shape who we become
A new day will dawn
Another opportunity for growth and progress will arise
And with it you will find your way
Within this new day, you will discover your path
No need to worry
There is no cause for anxiety or concern
Everything is as it should be
The universe unfolds according to its natural order
So don't give in
Therefore, do not surrender
To the pain you hold inside
To the emotional anguish you carry within
Just let it go
Release and relinquish that pain
And free yourself
Liberate yourself from the burdens that weigh you down
Bright Times are upon us
Prosperous and joyful moments are approaching
I know we will succeed
I am confident in our ability to achieve success
Like light that formed from star dust
Similar to how light is born out of stardust
There is no stopping me
I am unstoppable in my pursuit
Cause you can make it
Because you have the power to overcome
Make it
Succeed and achieve greatness
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Cesar Arredondo
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Mystik Rebel
I've always been aware of synchronistic events from childhood especially to do with the number 9 so I've always followed the 'signs' but even then you still get gobsmacked out of amazement when a synchronistic event happens.
And this is how The Alchemist came to me in a strange way. I had ordered it on amazon around 2004 December. 2 weeks later I was cleaning all the clutter in my flat which had things leftover from friends who had come and gone but also previous tenants.
Suddenly during the cleanup, I check my emails and Amazon had messaged me apologising about how long the book is taking to deliver as they are out of stock still but asked me if I still wanted to keep the order till they have more stock.
I thought that's strange that it's a famous book and I'm sure they must have massive stock. So anyway I decided to cancel the order thinking I'll just pop into central London next and visit the book shops there and get a copy.
So I get back to cleaning the kitchen area and boom ! under many letters in a vegetable rack, I find the Alchemist in a plastic bag staring right at me. I couldn't believe it but I knew this is how synchs work. I had no clue who had left it or ordered it as it was brand new but for me it was the universe's perfect timing and delivery service for free and maybe to put Jeff Bezos out of business lol
I thought what amazing timing that I cancel it and 10 mins later I have it in my hands but then that's how the universe works. When I read the book it spoke to me exactly how it's explained in this amazing video and the other videos by Modern Intuitionist.
Of course, more did happen in relation to the book like a few months later the stage play of The Alchemist was on in Convent Gdns which i attended naturally and other things that also followed but i don't want to bore anyone or people to think I made it all up. But this video nails it exactly how I experienced it myself. All I will say peeps, is keep your mind open and let the universe guide you.. Aum Shanti !
Mystik Rebel
@beb To what ive learned so far is this number plays a very significant part especially in my life regardless if its good or bad but it always there and then leads me to a direction on the path that im still going on. So it does keep my focused ..
Im sure if you look back you will see a similar pattern .
As im also from a Hindu background so the number is supposed to have a very spiritual significance to it like for example they do mantras 108 times as it adds to 9 and many other of their spiritual practises often add up to 9. So its very embedded in ancient spirituality ive so far seen.
But with me Im still trying to see where it takes me as its been there from the day I was born. Even my parents then were living at a house that was number 27 >9 so its on my birth certificate. My mum passed away on the 9th of 9 month being september when i was a teenager and we was living at 243 > 9 then. Im living presently at 54 > 9 and even the lampost outside is number 18 > 9 lol...So sometimes even i laugh when it turns up..
So like ive mentioned in the other comments ive been lucky to experience many synchronistic events including to do with the number 9. Of course you cant tell everyone because they would think you are crazy or making it up but you can to others who also expeirence it.
Tell me what you have learned and experienced from the number
Modern Intuitionist
For more on synchronicity and meaningful coincidence, watch my playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk4Cf9CNJx1g-hEODcwrVRYP_Rryy3-XC
IdeaSexx
"If you don't fear the unknown, the unknown will be kind to you." What a quote.
Vision Bishop
that's deep.Where is that quote from,?
Vivek Bhange
i found the synchronocity here
KARL Shipley
Reflection reflective
Sanochel
🙏🏽
Modern Intuitionist
I completely agree! I've seen too many examples of fortune favoring the bold. And as Terrence McKenna also said "nature loves courage." Thanks for the comment and happy holidays to you and yours!
MotherWomanGoddess
I can’t even remember how long ago I read the Alchemist..loved it and have loved his work since. I believe it is time to read it again. Thank you for this beautiful work 🙏🏽
Modern Intuitionist
Thank you Diane for watching and supporting my work! And for taking the time to leave such a kind comment. I appreciate you
Thatfilmguy
I just want to say thank you for this video. If you only knew the journey I am on. The unknown that is before me. This video was so random and how I came across this was as if the universe wanted me to find it. It gave me confidence that I chose wisely. I didn’t know any of this stuff you mentioned. I just had a feeling that if I chose uncertainty, this would help me live a life I’ve always dreamt of. Thank you. I know personally how hard it is to construct such an elegant video together.