Case Closed
Tonedeff Lyrics


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Let's get a bit acquainted
Hey, it's t-o-n-e-d-e-double-the-eff, with the famous flow
Known to be flipping syllables even when the pace is slow
Gracious, No! Save your soul, guess who is coming to take this throne
Break this whole motherfuckin' game down, and reclaim crowns
Cause I'm sick of layin' down
watching these companies reign now
When it's obvious something is playin' out
on the stage while you're unconscious they shoving to gain ground
And sedate crowds with the same sound
they've been layin up into your brain loud
Enough to take any rational thought
and leave your brain clouded to rap as just pop
Isn't it insane how - niggas be keeping their face frowned
perpetrating their need to erase clowns
they remain proud, till the minute you see them in lace gowns
All the sudden, they flee to escape town
they're ashamed cause they got busted
Just because of that, and not really
because they regret what they've done, is disgusting
This discussion's meant to function as a general centerpiece
sent at these enemies bent on resenting me
better be set if we enter the end of peace
Settling isn't an option no more
We gon' box in this war
you'll be hearing them bells before we knock on your door

Buckle Up! Brace Yourself! Knuckle Up! Take No L's
Dust to Dust! Say Farewell! Don't fuck with us! Save Yourself!
Buckle Up! Tight! We're gonna tussle! We gonna Fight!
Until you never touch another mic! Or it's your life…Then - Case Closed.

This is the way, we ever gonna see that it stops
And if not, you might as well give up on hip-hop
Cause this is the case, in this day and age
We gotta kick in your face if you're just in for fame

Now that you been initiated up into this movement
Get at your favorite idiot who's spits
Hit him a little bit with your 2 fists
Kick in his grill until he is toothless
Give him a min to get up and cue this
Single out eve-ry limb that's wounded
Whip him again with a heavy pool stick
dig on his bitch, and then beg he do shit
Ruthless roots of abuse set loose for execution
Of any groups that get us confused
with petty fools who'll let you crew win
Check the movements
fluent as I ever was, I said it! Because-
You would never think that a nigga that never drink
would ever step it up to get a better buzz
On the regular - the odds you've leapt ahead of us
are prolly less, than Oedipus hating his mother
Or Disney hiring sexual predators
Senators getting elected a 3rd consecutive term
A nurse who doesn't do enemas
Permanent henna
a surfer that catches more waves then your current antennae does
Sure…I make it look effortless
with every sentence that tends to be cleverly
Penned…. More wreckless then Session ingesting hennesey blends
More treacherous than even being the Kennedy - Men
And for any requesting the identity of the technically Best MC?
Guess, but…Yep - it's Me.
Step to see
the a new strain of the plague
raised to abuse breaks
Unphased of what you say
cause I dead lines, all without a due date
I'm the new age. New school. New page. New rules.
Any attempt to try to pull away is just a doomed fate for a few fools
QN5, represent the true scene, so we're guaranteed one of two things
Either we're showered with praise
or we're simply hated by every review team
What I've stated was meant to reduce kings into paupers
and to seduce queens to get topless
And to revolutionize everything you think hip-hop is.

Buckle Up! Brace Yourself! Knuckle Up! Take No L's
Dust to Dust! Say Farewell! (Your) Numbers Up! Save Yourself!
Buckle Up! Tight! We're gonna tussle! We're gonna Fight!
Until you never touch another mic! Or it's your life…Then - Case Closed!

Buckle Up! Brace Yourself! Knuckle Up! Take No L's
Dust to Dust! Say Farewell! Don't fuck with us! Save Yourself!
Buckle Up! Tight! We're gonna tussle! We gonna Fight!
Until you never touch another mic! Or it's your life…Then - Case Closed.

This is the way, we ever gonna see that it stops
And if not, you might as well give up on hip-hop
Cause this is the case, in this day and age
We gotta kick in your face if you're just in for fame

This is the way, we ever gonna see that it stops
And if not, you might as well give up on hip-hop




Cause this is the case, in this day and age
We gotta kick in your face if you're just in for fame

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Tonedeff's song "Case Closed" are an indictment of the state of the hip-hop industry. Tonedeff criticizes the lack of originality and creativity that he sees in the genre, as well as the obsession with fame and fortune. He declares himself the "technically best MC" and vows to fight against the status quo until the industry is transformed.


Tonedeff begins the song by introducing himself and his flow, which he claims is famous. He asserts that he can flip syllables even at a slow pace, demonstrating his mastery of the art of rapping. However, he is tired of watching companies reign over the industry and sees that there is something insidious at play. The stage is being manipulated to sedate crowds with the same sound, leaving listeners with little to no room for rational thought. This, he considers, is an insult to hip-hop.


In the next verse, Tonedeff calls on the listener to join him in his revolution against the industry. He invites them to get physical with any rapper who they deem unworthy. He then claims to be one of the best MCs, and that his pen game is deadly with witty lines that will strike any foe. Overall, "Case Closed" is a rallying cry to fight for the true essence of hip-hop.


Line by Line Meaning

Let's get a bit acquainted
Introducing himself, Tonedeff starts with a friendly tone.


Hey, it's t-o-n-e-d-e-double-the-eff, with the famous flow
Tonedeff introduces himself using his stage name with pride and a legendary flow.


Known to be flipping syllables even when the pace is slow
Tonedeff boasts of his skill and ability to rap rapidly even with a slow pace.


Gracious, No! Save your soul, guess who is coming to take this throne
Tonedeff warns his competitors of his coming and stakes his claim on the rap throne.


Break this whole motherfuckin' game down, and reclaim crowns
Tonedeff is determined to regain control of the rap industry and become the best again.


Cause I'm sick of layin' down watching these companies reign now
Tonedeff is frustrated with how record companies control the industry and wants to change it.


When it's obvious something is playin' out on the stage while you're unconscious they shoving to gain ground
Tonedeff believes that the industry is manipulating the audience to push certain artists and trends to make money.


And sedate crowds with the same sound they've been laying up into your brain loud
Tonedeff believes that the industry is dumbing down the audience with repetitive, monotonous music.


Enough to take any rational thought and leave your brain clouded to rap as just pop
Tonedeff is saying that cheap pop music is overshadowing true hip hop, which requires rational thought to appreciate.


Isn't it insane how - niggas be keeping their face frowned perpetrating their need to erase clowns
Tonedeff is calling out artists who are perpetuating a negative mindset and actively trying to destroy the reputation of others.


they remain proud, till the minute you see them in lace gowns
Tonedeff believes that many artists are hypocritical and hide behind a façade of toughness, only to reveal their true colors when challenged.


All the sudden, they flee to escape town they're ashamed cause they got busted
Tonedeff is saying that phonies often try to run away when exposed, instead of facing the consequences of their actions.


Just because of that, and not really because they regret what they've done, is disgusting
Tonedeff is disgusted by the fact that many artists are only sorry for getting caught, not for the harm they've caused.


This discussion's meant to function as a general centerpiece sent at these enemies bent on resenting me
Tonedeff wants this song to serve as a warning to his enemies who resent him.


better be set if we enter the end of peace Settling isn't an option no more
Tonedeff is saying that conflict is inevitable and he won't back down anymore.


We gon' box in this war you'll be hearing them bells before we knock on your door
Tonedeff is ready to fight and warns his enemies that they'll hear the signals of war before he arrives to defeat them.


Buckle Up! Brace Yourself! Knuckle Up! Take No L's
Tonedeff is urging his fans to prepare themselves for the battle ahead and to not accept defeats.


Dust to Dust! Say Farewell! Don't fuck with us! Save Yourself!
Tonedeff is saying that his enemies should retreat before they're destroyed, and that he won't hesitate to take them down.


This is the way, we ever gonna see that it stops
Tonedeff believes that this aggression and competition are necessary to change the industry for the better.


And if not, you might as well give up on hip-hop
Tonedeff is saying that if the industry doesn't change, then there's no hope for true hip hop to thrive.


Cause this is the case, in this day and age We gotta kick in your face if you're just in for fame
Tonedeff believes that many artists are in it for the wrong reasons and need a wake-up call.


Now that you been initiated up into this movement Get at your favorite idiot who's spits
Tonedeff is encouraging his fans to join him in the movement to challenge the industry's status quo.


Hit him a little bit with your 2 fists Kick in his grill until he is toothless
Tonedeff is using violent imagery to emphasize the severity of the changes he wants to see in the industry.


Give him a min to get up and cue this Single out eve-ry limb that's wounded
Tonedeff is encouraging his fans to take a moment to let their enemies recover, only to strike them again and again until they're broken.


Whip him again with a heavy pool stick dig on his bitch, and then beg he do shit
Tonedeff is using vulgar, violent language to reinforce the message that his enemies need to be punished severely.


Ruthless roots of abuse set loose for execution Of any groups that get us confused with petty fools who'll let you crew win
Tonedeff is saying that anyone who tries to confuse his movement with others will be punished severely.


Check the movements fluent as I ever was, I said it! Because- You would never think that a nigga that never drink would ever step it up to get a better buzz
Tonedeff is saying that his flow is as smooth and skilled as ever, despite not using drugs or alcohol unlike many artists who do to enhance their performance.


On the regular - the odds you've leapt ahead of us are prolly less, than Oedipus hating his mother
Tonedeff is saying that the chances of his competitors outperforming him are very slim, like the chances of Oedipus hating his own mother.


Or Disney hiring sexual predators Senators getting elected a 3rd consecutive term A nurse who doesn't do enemas Permanent henna a surfer that catches more waves then your current antennae does Sure…I make it look effortless
Tonedeff is adding emphasis to how unlikely it is for his competitors to surpass him by using several ludicrous examples.


with every sentence that tends to be cleverly Penned…. More wreckless then Session ingesting hennesey blends
Tonedeff is saying that his clever lyricism is still bold and risky, like Session's drinking habits.


More treacherous than even being the Kennedy - Men And for any requesting the identity of the technically Best MC? Guess, but…Yep - it's Me.
Tonedeff is saying that he is even more courageous than the legendary Kennedy family, and that he is the best MC out there.


Step to see the a new strain of the plague raised to abuse breaks Unphased of what you say cause I dead lines, all without a due date I'm the new age. New school. New page. New rules.
Tonedeff is introducing a new era in hip hop with a new, challenging style that many artists are not prepared for.


Any attempt to try to pull away is just a doomed fate for a few fools
Tonedeff believes that any artist who tries to resist this change is destined to fail.


QN5, represent the true scene, so we're guaranteed one of two things Either we're showered with praise or we're simply hated by every review team
Tonedeff is proud of his record label, QN5, and believes that they will either be praised or criticized by critics for their challenging, innovative music.


What I've stated was meant to reduce kings into paupersand to seduce queens to get topless And to revolutionize everything you think hip-hop is.
Tonedeff is saying that his music has the power to strip away the status of royalty and allow all people, regardless of gender, to embrace their true selves. He also hopes to change the very definition of rap music.


Dust to Dust! Say Farewell! (Your) Numbers Up! Save Yourself!
Tonedeff is saying that his enemies should retreat before they're destroyed, and that he won't hesitate to take them down.


Buckle Up! Tight! We're gonna tussle! We're gonna Fight! Until you never touch another mic! Or it's your life…Then - Case Closed!
Tonedeff is ready to fight and warns his enemies that they need to give up on rapping or they'll face the consequences of their actions. Case closed.




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@DetroitCityPigeon

Tonedeff's skill is something that virtually no one in hip hop can possibly touch. There are people I enjoy listening to on a regular basis more (people like Technique) but Tonedeff has a flow that is coupled with a lyrical ability few people are graced with.

It's not just that he's fast, it's that he's doing so much to be insightful. His flow is his impression of the world he sees around him, not the usual shit. By thumbing his nose at the culture that makes people rich, he's managed to do something honest for a long time now and you have to respect a guy like that.

@vandervan22

Appreciate someone like me that appreciates

@Extraordinarynobody5

I agree 100% but I believe Mac Lethal can give him a good run for his money, it'd be very close, and as far as philosophy goes he will never be Aesop rock, but I fuckin love Tonedeff, saw him in Philly, great show!

@mcgruber

DetroitCityPigeon Eyedea... The only Artist I have listened to that has come the closest to "literally painting thoughts"...

@COGJose

He's a great rapper, I'll admit, but I've seen rappers do this. Anyone who actually tries and works hard can do that. A lot of fast rappers have to practice rapping fast. If you just practice hard enough, you'd get there.

@entidy458

He sounds like a really fast Jay Z on this song specifically

@momuse8674

Can't believe i've slept on this guy for this long. Absolutely criminal

@chrisburian7127

Absolutely criminal that this guy isn't more well known.  

@Extraordinarynobody5

Jay Jimenez I'd pay you a lot of money if you can enunciate words that fast and clearly... 

@jay1jayf

can't do it, I can't shoot myself in the face too. Doesn't mean it's a great feat.

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