One MC with enough style to give the impression tha… Read Full Bio ↴Who is Theory Hazit?
One MC with enough style to give the impression that he is a 3-man group.
Who is Theory Hazit?
A producer/DJ who feels at home rhyming over his own beats – or collaborating with high profile producers.
Who is Theory Hazit?
A husband and father – emerging from his days as a troubled youth and developing into a wise family man.
Theory Hazit is a Hip Hop artist – born and raised in Winchester Kentucky with the support of his granny, an aunt and 2 uncles. He always had a vivid imagination, enjoying cartoons more than music videos. He grew up with a love for dancing like Big Daddy Kane, New Edition, Kid ‘n’ Play and others. When asked about how he fell in love with music – Theory (who is usually a man of few words) offers a full story.
“My uncle was a Funk and R&B fanatic. He would baby sit me while my mom went out and partied. He introduced me to Prince, Cameo and others. One day he played “Rappers Delight” and automatically I had this feeling inside me that said, “I can do that!” I was 3 at the time. 2 or 3 years later I heard “Planet Rock” and that’s when I got into break dancing. My cousin Dave was a DJ and he kept me up to date with all the latest jams. One time, Dave and I were chillin’ at grandmas house and he turns it to BET. LL Cool J’s “I’m Bad” came on and THAT is when I said “this is cool” – I want to listen to this music and this music only.”
Around 1988 Theory started beat boxing for his cousin, which was the beginning of his production and beat skills. Years moved on and in 1991 he wrote his first rhyme. Kriss Kross came out with a song dissing ABC (another bad creation) and Theory responded with a diss song of his own aimed at Kriss Kross. That was his very first rhyme.
Fast forward to 2007 and Theory Hazit is now preparing for the release of his first nationally distributed record titled “Extra Credit” on Hiphop IS Music with international support from SuperRappin and River City. With plenty of stories to tell, a bag full of witty punchlines, and the boldness to be honest in his music – Theory arrives on the scene sounding like the polished veteran that he is.
Theory Hazit started working on “Extra Credit” after Braille (from Hiphop IS Music) approached him about doing an EP. Around late 2004 Theory and Braille started talking through email. Theory Hazit was putting together a production compilation and wanted Braille to rhyme on it. Months later Braille rolled through Cincinnati to rock a show and Theory was one of the opening acts. After Braille heard Theory rhyme, he immediately became interested in working with Theory under his label Hiphop IS Music. Braille started Hiphop IS Music in 2004 to release his own solo projects and music from his group Lightheaded. As the vision for the label expanded, Theory fit into the picture perfectly. After only a few more phone conversations – it was official and Theory started working on “Extra Credit”. Braille worked hard to collect the best tracks he could find from producers all over the world. Theory also had some beats set aside from himself and some of his associates. The end result is an astonishingly cohesive record featuring production from over 7 different producers.
Now that the record is done and ready to be released, Braille offers his own opinions and insight regarding “Extra Credit”.
Braille - “Me and Theory are both perfectionists, so this album took a lot of work. One of the things that impresses me the most about Theory, is how he can take all that hard work and make it sound so natural. His songs never sound forced or contrived. Each track has it’s own personality and purpose and each track is crafted with a great attention to detail. The authentic honesty that Theory shares in his rhymes is inspiring, humorous and entertaining all at the same time. The more you listen to his rhymes, the more you feel connected to them. You feel like your really getting to know and understand Theory as an artist and as a person. I think Theory has the talent to impact a large-scale audience without compromising the integrity of his faith or his artistry. That’s a very rare quality.”
Theory Hazit offers his own thoughts regarding the album.
Theory Hazit - “With Extra Credit, I was trying to accomplish that FEEL GOOD sound. Reach out to the people that I failed at reaching before. I wanted to honor the people who helped make me who I am. Also, I wanted to make Hip Hop music that I enjoyed listening to. My inspiration comes from my mom, my brother, my kids, and my experiences as a troubled teen and an irresponsible adult. I wish I could go back and change a lot of things, but then I wouldn’t be able to help some of those in need.”
Real talk indeed – and that’s what Theory Hazit offers on “Extra Credit”. Real talk over soulful production. It’s been a long road to get to this moment, but “Extra Credit” has the potential to truly make a mark and usher Theory into a fruitful musical future.
Ghetto
Theory Hazit Lyrics
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(seems like, the whole world)
(the ghetto)
A place where Jake don't feel safe
Cause the thugs got the block locked down
There's no escape in the (ghetto)
There's petty hustlers, they flip fiends and uh
It's the (ghetto)
A place where some people can't shine for themselves
So when they rob you they just crying for help
And it seems like we make the whole world go round
And everybody wanna be down
Copy the sounds of the (ghetto)
Boys and girls grow up fast
Chicken-heads run the streets as soon as they eggs hatch
Players posted up, perking perpendicular
Searching for a way but all they have is the (ghetto)
They settle for the street cred
Instead of trying to teach heads
The best way to walk the narrow path in the (ghetto)
It's sad cause we wanna bust shots
Getting props for licking the block hot
You're messing up the (ghetto)
It's time to make a change for the better
By starting with ourselves
The Word is my sword and it's such a better feel
In the (ghetto)
A section where the Jews were restricted
Where they separated blacks from the world, know ya history
(The ghetto)
Most people wish that they were from but never come
Cause they know somebody dumb got a gun in the (ghetto)
There's real people that do real things
Everybody don't have bling but we all have dreams
And is seems like they make the whole world
Believe that there's nothing for you and me except
Drugs and BET in the (ghetto)
A place where Jake don't feel safe
Cause the thugs got the block locked down
There's no escape in the (ghetto)
There's petty hustlers, they flip fiends and uh
Our holiday's every first and fifteenth
It's the (ghetto)
A place where some people can't shine for themselves
So when they murder you they just crying for help
And it seems like we make the whole world go round
And everybody wanna be down
Copy the sounds of the (ghetto)
Yo it'll make you or break you
Some people hate just to see how far it'll take them
(The ghetto) is what we need to get out of
We get distracted and what happens?
We forget about love up in the (ghetto)
It's where the single mothers rise up, wise up
And put they foot down when times tough
And it seems like we make the whole world think that
There ain't no real men stepping up to be fathers up in the (ghetto)
Afterlife, after Passion of the Christ
Theory Hazit spit it right
So I sacrifice my life cause the (ghetto)
Trying to kill, Master P feels me
When you a college boy it's hard being a victim of the (ghetto)
Jam is about to slam dominoes
Theory spits the facts up waken ya out of your comatose
And it seems like we got the whole world following trends
They're even trying to mock Eminem and blame the (ghetto)
A place where Jake don't feel safe
Cause the thugs got the block locked down
There's no escape in the (ghetto)
There's petty hustlers, they flip fiends and uh
Our holiday's every first and fifteenth
It's the (ghetto)
A place where some people can't shine for themselves
So when they jump you they just crying for help
And it seems like we make the whole world go round
And everybody wanna be down
Copy the sounds of the (ghetto)
Yeah...this is dedicated to my cousin Bryan Clark, keep ya head up, baby
Theory Hazit's song Ghetto is a powerful commentary on the struggles faced by individuals living in impoverished communities. The song reflects on the harsh reality of the ghetto where Jake, law enforcement personnel, feels unsafe due to the control exercised by thugs over the blocks. The ghetto is depicted as a place where petty hustlers deal in drugs, the residents hardly have any escape, and the first and fifteenth of every month mark the holidays. The people in the ghetto cannot shine for themselves, as they struggle to make ends meet, resorting to criminal activities like robbing, and crying for help when caught.
The song goes on to depict how boys and girls grow up fast in the ghetto, with chicken-heads, drug users, and players roaming the streets, desperately searching for a way out. The ghetto also seems to attract fame-seekers who copy the sounds of the place. The ghetto, however, is not just a place with all odds stacked against the residents. It is a place where real people do real things, dreaming of a better future. The ghetto continues to be plagued by problems like single motherhood, lack of fatherhood, and a culture of violence, but it is where the struggle for survival unites the people.
The song acts as a call to action, urging people to embrace love, seek change, and sacrifice their lives for a better future. Theory Hazit's lyrics, backed by a soulful beat, capture the complexity and nuance of the ghetto.
Line by Line Meaning
(in the ghetto)
The setting of the song where everything is happening
(seems like, the whole world)
The ghetto is a microcosm of the world - the circumstances of the ghetto affect people everywhere
(the ghetto)
Reaserting the setting of the song
A place where Jake don't feel safe
The ghetto can be a dangerous place where people feel unsafe
Cause the thugs got the block locked down
People who rule the streets and are willing to use violence monopolize its power
There's no escape in the (ghetto)
The ghetto feels like a trap where people can't change their circumstances
There's petty hustlers, they flip fiends and uh
Drug dealers exist in the ghetto, selling drugs to addicts
Our holiday's every first and fifteenth
People in the ghetto may celebrate payday and the day after when they can spend money on their families
It's the (ghetto)
Reaserting the setting of the song
A place where some people can't shine for themselves
Some people struggle to succeed in the ghetto due to lack of resources and opportunities
So when they rob you they just crying for help
Some people resort to crime in the ghetto to gain the resources they need to survive and see it as their only option
And it seems like we make the whole world go round
People in the ghetto often have a strong influence on culture and trends outside of the ghetto
And everybody wanna be down
People outside of the ghetto may want to pretend they're from the ghetto to be cool
Copy the sounds of the (ghetto)
Repeating sounds or styles of music associated with the ghetto
Boys and girls grow up fast
Children in the ghetto may be forced to grow up and take on adult responsibilities at an early age
Chicken-heads run the streets as soon as they eggs hatch
Young girls who follow problematic behavior in the ghetto are exposed to a challenging environment as soon as they're born
Players posted up, perking perpendicular
Men who are trying to find a way to earn money or status are often seen leaning against walls, standing at an angle in the ghetto
Searching for a way but all they have is the (ghetto)
People in the ghetto don't have many options to improve their lives or escape from poverty
They settle for street cred
People in the ghetto sometimes prioritize credibility or reputation, likely through crime or similar activities
Instead of trying to teach heads
Rather than learning, some people in the ghetto focus on promoting their reputation
The best way to walk the narrow path in the (ghetto)
The best way to be successful in the ghetto might be to make choices based on one's morals or values, not just street reputation
It's sad cause we wanna bust shots
People in the ghetto may feel the need to use guns or violence as a way to protect themselves or participate in criminal activity
Getting props for licking the block hot
Receiving praise or recognition for crime or sexual activity
You're messing up the (ghetto)
People engaging in illegal activity are harming the community as a whole
It's time to make a change for the better
There is a need for people to work towards positive change in the ghetto
By starting with ourselves
Individual change is the starting point to bring about betterment to the community
The Word is my sword and it's such a better feel
Perhaps the artist uses religious study and beliefs to find solutions to the problems in the ghetto
In the (ghetto)
Reasserting the setting of the song
A section where the Jews were restricted
Historically, Jewish people were forbidden to live in certain neighborhoods that could be considered ghettos
Where they separated blacks from the world, know ya history
Understanding the history of black Americans and their place in society is important to understand the ghetto
(The ghetto)
Reasserting the setting
Most people wish that they were from but never come
Many people outside of the ghetto romanticize it without actually experiencing the difficulties of living there
Cause they know somebody dumb got a gun in the (ghetto)
The presence of guns and violence in the ghetto is off-putting to outsiders
There's real people that do real things
Although some people in the ghetto resort to crime and negativity, there are also those who are contributing positively to society
Everybody don't have bling but we all have dreams
People in the ghetto may not be wealthy, but they all have aspirations and goals
And it seems like they make the whole world
People in the ghetto have a larger impact on culture and trends outside of the ghetto
Believe that there's nothing for you and me except
The narrative that the ghetto has nothing to offer is pervasive in popular media
Drugs and BET in the (ghetto)
The media often depicts the ghetto as a place with a high concentration of drug use and an obsession with material goods
It's where single mothers rise up, wise up
Single mothers in the ghetto may have a harder time but they are often some of the most resilient members of the community
And put they foot down when times tough
Faced with difficulties, single mothers in the ghetto may assert their presence as strong parents and leaders
And it seems like we make the whole world think that
People outside of the ghetto have a skewed perception of the people who live there
There ain't no real men stepping up to be fathers up in the (ghetto)
The narrative of absent or irresponsible fathers is pervasive in media and in society at large
Afterlife, after Passion of the Christ
Religion can often play an important role in how people in the ghetto cope with the challenges in the community
Theory Hazit spit it right
The artist is delivering an important message with accuracy and truthfulness
So I sacrifice my life cause the (ghetto)
The artist is choosing to use his voice and platform to bring attention and awareness to issues present in the ghetto
Trying to kill, Master P feels me
Master P, a rapper known for his depiction of the ghetto, understands the message the artist is delivering
When you a college boy it's hard being a victim of the (ghetto)
Even if you come from the ghetto you can still feel like a victim of the circumstances when you try to better yourself
Jam is about to slam dominoes
The artist is about to drop an important message to rally people to action
Theory spits the facts up waken ya out of your comatose
The artist is delivering a message that's meant to awaken people out of their ignorance towards the problems in the ghetto
And it seems like we got the whole world following trends
People in the ghetto have a significant impact on popular culture and trends
They're even trying to mock Eminem and blame the (ghetto)
People in the ghetto are sometimes wrongly vilified or blamed for negative influences on popular culture
A place where Jake don't feel safe
Reasserting the dangers of the ghetto
Cause the thugs got the block locked down
Reasserting the power dynamics of the ghetto
There's no escape in the (ghetto)
Reasserting the feelings of being trapped in the ghetto
There's petty hustlers, they flip fiends and uh
Reasserting the presence of drug dealers in the community
Our holiday's every first and fifteenth
Reasserting the importance of paydays in the ghetto
It's the (ghetto)
Reasserting the setting of the song
A place where some people can't shine for themselves
Reasserting the obstacles present for people to succeed in the ghetto
So when they murder you they just crying for help
Some people who resort to crime in the ghetto may be doing so out of desperation
And it seems like we make the whole world go round
Reiterating the influence of ghetto culture on society
And everybody wanna be down
Reiterating the desire of people outside of the ghetto to be a part of its culture
Copy the sounds of the (ghetto)
Reiterating the influence of ghetto culture on music
Yeah...this is dedicated to my cousin Bryan Clark, keep ya head up, baby
The artist dedicates the song to a family member and encourages him to stay strong in the face of challenges
Contributed by Olivia R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Enrique Garcia
Beautiful.
"We get distracted and what happens is we forget about love."
Urban Tech NYC
This is what i call hip hop. Theory hazit
bazzelgr
Holy shit balls. Quickly to number one song for the year. Anyone got some other solid artists? Cranking common market, blu, tone, Jon Connor
Aamo Miller
Blue scholars is a must
33Dgrant
T Hazat...
Thank you Brotha for Sharing your Talent!!
...and for The
King!!!
rellium
ran into this song on pandora listening to the Blu n exile station. now i come here if I have the urge to hear it. great song!
Death Raayz
I've been looking for this song for soo long 3 years in fact, it's so good.
zach song
Awesome flow.
nick
mannnnn i remember bein a yungin and finding this shit... takes me back to 8th grade
Xierra Leone
I was in 8th grade as well