Common Free Style
The RH Factor Lyrics
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Common Sense, wit Tony Touch
It's the type of music we be
From Chicago to New York
I ain't move, I'm just movin' crowds baby
Yo yo check it
Supreme life, I seen light at the end of the path
Beginning wit math, stumbled, found a gym in a half
Went to, the School of Hard Knocks, it's hard to remember the staff
From the land of shit-talk
Point stars and pitch forks, this ain't a game, only a bitch barks
The streets is stayin hard, peoples tryin to out-think God
Tradin crack for link cards
Heavy, so I sleep hard and breathe eye accounts
In this paper marathon, meditatin to tapes of Farrakhan
And Seravon, sharin songs wit broads, I know they need it
It's like I'm Eldrige Cleaver wit my mind set on cleavage
Reachin for the heavens since the bliss fell from the elevated, I speak
Wit Technics like a 1200
Black males wanted, the sign of the times
Read: one for project prisons wanted dead
I sped to the light, my realness bled through the mic
Like Marvin, I'm willing to save the children givin lead to the night
It was written but untold
Some hold the scroll in the hearts, the truth is told in the arts
Like old school to park, my thoughts connect
No longer is it impeach the president or break to mic check
I circumcised the clouds, wit thoughts that raise your third eyebrow
'cause the sun is my child, bloaw
Yeah it's Com Sense, Tony Touch
Peace to my god NO ID, yeah why-Not, Dug Infinite, Sean Lett
We just bringin it to why'all Chicago style to New York
And we travellin all over the world, peace
The RH Factor's song Common Free Style opens with a boastful introduction where the artist claims to be speaking the truth with Common Sense and Tony Touch, and the music being produced has a distinct Chicago to New York sound. The lyrics proceed to talk about the journey of the artist, starting with him seeing the light at the end of the path and navigating a difficult life, that included stumbling and struggles with alcohol and drugs (evident from references to Hennessy and Cognac). The artist goes on to talk about trading crack for link cards, meditating upon tapes of Farrakhan, and sharing songs with all types of women who need it.
The lyrics also touch on the social and political issues faced by people, including the lack of opportunity for black males, project prisons and the government's role in it, and the need to save children. The song emphasizes the message of spreading the truth through art and music, and how important it is to bring change through the two. The lyrics close with a shoutout to several notable Chicago-based artists and their contributions to the music industry.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, this is the truth
I'm not going to lie, what I'm about to say is the truth.
Common Sense, wit Tony Touch
Here's my collaborative track with Tony Touch.
It's the type of music we be
The type of music Tony Touch and I make is as follows...
From Chicago to New York
We have fans in both Chicago and New York.
I ain't move, I'm just movin' crowds baby
I haven't relocated, but I'm performing for crowds all over.
Yo yo check it
Hey, listen up, I have something important to say.
Supreme life, I seen light at the end of the path
I've been positively impacted by the lifestyle I lead and recognize the good things to come.
Beginning wit math, stumbled, found a gym in a half
Although I struggled at first, I found a rich source of knowledge and growth in math.
Cognac, pimps, Hennessey's resemble my dad
Growing up, my father was associated with things like cognac, pimps, and Hennessey's, so it feels natural to me.
Went to, the School of Hard Knocks, it's hard to remember the staff
I've been through tough experiences that have taught me valuable lessons, but it's hard to remember the specifics of who was involved.
From the land of shit-talk
I'm from a place where people talk a lot of trash.
Point stars and pitch forks, this ain't a game, only a bitch barks
People are getting desperate and dangerous, and only cowards talk trash from the sidelines.
The streets is stayin hard, peoples tryin to out-think God
The environment is tough, and people are trying to outsmart fate or destiny.
Tradin crack for link cards
People are resorting to selling drugs to make ends meet.
Heavy, so I sleep hard and breathe eye accounts
Life is tough, so I sleep soundly but always keep an eye on my financial accounts.
In this paper marathon, meditatin to tapes of Farrakhan
Life feels like a constant race to earn money, but I take breaks to listen to religious leader Farrakhan to calm my mind.
And Seravon, sharin songs wit broads, I know they need it
I collaborate with Seravon and share music with women because I know it brings them happiness and comfort.
It's like I'm Eldrige Cleaver wit my mind set on cleavage
I'm like social activist Eldridge Cleaver, except my concern is making music that appeals to a broad audience.
Reachin for the heavens since the bliss fell from the elevated, I speak
I aim high in my career, even after experiencing success, and express myself through my music.
Wit Technics like a 1200
I'm skilled at using technology equipment like a 1200 turntable.
Black males wanted, the sign of the times
The current societal climate is problematic for black males.
Read: one for project prisons wanted dead
It seems like the government only wants people from poor neighborhoods in prison and dead.
I sped to the light, my realness bled through the mic
I take my art seriously, and my true self comes through when I perform.
Like Marvin, I'm willing to save the children givin lead to the night
Like Marvin Gaye, I'm willing to use my music to influence and protect children.
It was written but untold
There is a story behind something, but it has not yet been expressed.
Some hold the scroll in the hearts, the truth is told in the arts
The truth can be found in artistic expression, and some people keep that truth in their heart.
Like old school to park, my thoughts connect
My thoughts flow together smoothly, like an old song that reminds me of a park.
No longer is it impeach the president or break to mic check
The content of music has changed; it's no longer just about impeaching presidents or testing microphones.
I circumcised the clouds, wit thoughts that raise your third eyebrow
I have a unique perspective that can open your mind and make you question things.
'cause the sun is my child, bloaw
I feel a strong connection to the sun and my music is like my child that I want to nurture.
Peace to my god NO ID, yeah why-Not, Dug Infinite, Sean Lett
I'd like to give a shoutout to NO ID, why-Not, Dug Infinite, and Sean Lett.
We just bringin it to why'all Chicago style to New York
Tony Touch and I are bringing our Chicago-style music to New York and sharing it with everyone.
And we travellin all over the world, peace
We travel all around the world to perform and want to bring peace wherever we go.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JAMES JASON POYSER, ROY A HARGROVE, LONNIE RASHID LYNN
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