Intro
Typical Cats Lyrics


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Fuck choosing a word, use everyone you've ever heard
In that case we're better than you confuse, just call it music work[?]
Whose complexities drop next to these concept mc's; fuck ya bomb threats with rhyme schemes
Please put your dogma on the leash kid, these cats come to collect
Confuse the callous crush crawl into your ear canal connect
Rustling egos and the light emit by [unintelligible] definitions
A rhymin' savage, never ravage, musical emissions [unintelligible]
These hands for all the cats searchin' hard for the content, who won't settle for the nonsense
For those whose intellect will just not accept the dumb shit




The last true few has, willing to spend their final dollars on they favorite hip-hop artist, no matter who the cost is, lest[?] darkness

Overall Meaning

The opening lines to Typical Cats's "Intro" are an invitation to shed any preconceptions of what rap music is or should be. Instead of settling for familiar lyrical cliches, the group insists that the full arsenal of language be employed to convey their message. They position themselves as "concept MCs", artists who blend complex themes and imagery with clever wordplay and rhyme schemes. In contrast to the bombastic, violent threats common in hip hop, Typical Cats suggest their true power speaks for itself in the rhythm and flow of their music. They urge listeners to let go of any dogmatic biases and allow their art to enter through the ear canal and awaken the mind.


In the following lines, Typical Cats continue to emphasize the importance of substance and originality. The use of the term "callous" suggests a disregard for emotion and nuance that has permeated much of mainstream rap. They seek to rustle this ego-driven approach to music, instead offering a new light that illuminates the multiple meanings and layers within their lyrics. The group also highlights their musicality, dubbing themselves as "musical emissions" rather than aggressive MCs. This emphasis on musicality is particularly notable in light of the jazz-inflected production by their producer, Qwazaar. Together, the lyrics and music on the "Intro" stand as a manifesto for Typical Cats's artistic philosophy.


Line by Line Meaning

Fuck choosing a word, use everyone you've ever heard
Don't limit yourself to a single vocabulary, incorporate all the language you've ever heard.


In that case we're better than you confuse, just call it music work[?]
Because of our diverse language usage, we are superior to those who only bring confusion - this is simply our style of music creation.


Whose complexities drop next to these concept mc's; fuck ya bomb threats with rhyme schemes
Other rappers' songwriting styles pale in comparison to the intricate concepts and ideas expressed by us - we don't need to rely on violent threats in our lyrics.


Please put your dogma on the leash kid, these cats come to collect
Stop pushing your beliefs on others - we are here to show our skills and take what's rightfully owed to us.


Confuse the callous crush crawl into your ear canal connect
Our music will entrance and captivate you, even if you don't fully understand it.


Rustling egos and the light emit by [unintelligible] definitions
Our music challenges and disrupts people's egos and exposes them to a new way of thinking.


A rhymin' savage, never ravage, musical emissions [unintelligible]
We are skilled at creating rhymes and expressing ourselves through music, without resorting to violence or destruction.


These hands for all the cats searchin' hard for the content, who won't settle for the nonsense
Our music is meant for those who seek deeper meaning and won't accept superficial or meaningless lyrics.


For those whose intellect will just not accept the dumb shit
Our music is intended for intelligent individuals who won't tolerate low-quality or unintelligent music.


The last true few has, willing to spend their final dollars on they favorite hip-hop artist, no matter who the cost is, lest[?] darkness
There are still a handful of true hip-hop fans who will support their favorite artists no matter the cost, in a world otherwise consumed by darkness and ignorance.




Writer(s): Werner Nadolny, Dinand Woesthoff Copyright: Universal Music Publishing Mgb Holding B, Universal Music Publishing B.V., Edition Solid Rock Music

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Comments from YouTube:

ringostar8

their most recent album isn't as good but this used to give me chills in high school. I've spent more time listening to these guy's than anyone, with maybe the exception of led zepplin and eyedea

Brandon Pekilis

f-f-f-f-f-firstttttt blood

also just discovered these guys dope as fuck listened to some of their other stuff they real good

Stennett Bowman

I always hear "fuck jews" at the beginning

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