Know How
Young MC Lyrics


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Verse 1
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Some of the busiest rhymes ever made by man
Are goin' into this mic, written by this hand
Are comin' out of this mouth, made by this tongue
I'll tell you now my name, my name is Young
But so you think that it's your destiny
To get the best of me, but I suggest to be
Quiet, bro', don't even try it from the east and west of me
Takin' it and never breakin' it or even shakin' it
Groovin' it and always movin' it, 'cause I'm not fakin' it
Pullin' out rhymes like books off the shelf
Born in England, raised in Hollis, taught to go for myself
This is stone cold rhymin', no frills, no fluffs
And it's no accident that these rhymes sound tough
I'm goin' off, baby, there's no turnin' back
I'm on your TV, on your album, cassette and 8-track
And when the show is finally finished I'll be takin' my bow
My name is Young, and yo I got know-how, you know what I'm sayin'?

I got know-how
Party people, I got know...how
I kick it just like this...

Verse 2
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I got juice like the president, I'm makin' rappers hesitant
Invite me to your house and I'll be chillin' like a resident
Yes, 'cause I'm that type of man
'cause I make myself at home no matter where I am
I got it rollin' like thunder, makin' y'all wonder
Why I'm on top with all the other rappers under
I make no errors, mistakes or blunders
It's like a wedding, let no man put asunder
My name is Young MC, I like to rock mic well
'cause when I get up on the mic I just release my spell
It's no hocus-pocus, I'll just get you into focus
And swarm all over you just like a horde of locusts
Smooth operator, female persuader
Spot a fly girl and in a week I'm gonna date her
I got the kind of style for the here and the now
And I can do it 'cause I got know-how, you know what I'm sayin'?

I got know-how
Party people, I got know...how
Bust it!

Verse 3
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MC's I'll ruin, 'cause I know what I'm doin'
I'll treat 'em like doublemint gum and start chewin'
I spit 'em out when the flavour's gone
And I repeat the chewin' practice 'til the break of dawn
'cause I'm tough like a bone, sly like Stallone
Rockin' and clockin' on the microphone
Smooth like a mirror, in hearts I strike terror
Rhymes like runs and hits with no errors
Cold like a blizzard, on the mic I am the wizard
With the funky fresh rhymes comin' out of my gizzard
Never sneezin', never coughin', I rock the mic often
Hard as a rock and no sign I'll soften
Makin' sure I get respect, on my mind rhymes connect
I start to build like a builder from a architect
Movin' all around, above and under the ground
You see my face, and then you hear my sound
Comin' atcha with the mic in hand
I'm gonna take command just the way I planned
'cause I'm a one-man band and you are my fan
Don't you understand? I'm like Superman
Yeah, the Man of Steel, don't you know the deal?
You better be for real, I got sex appeal
This is what I feel, and this here's my vow
And now you know the brother with know-how, you know what I'm sayin'?

I got know-how...and I'm chillin', never illin'
In my mouth I got two fillin's...whatever!
I'm on the mic, cold stone gettin' over
My name is Young MC, known as the fly casanova, kick it...





['Apache' until fade]

Overall Meaning

In Young Mc's song "Know How," he introduces himself with confidence and self-assuredness. He boasts about his skills and talent as a rapper, stating that he is one of the best in the game with one of the busiest rhymes ever made by man. He furthermore states that his rhymes are not just for show, but rather a reflection of his innate abilities as a lyricist. His lyrics are a testament to his understanding of the genre and his natural talent, which he calls "know-how." He encourages the listener to be quiet and appreciate his skills as he goes off on the mic, delivering bar after bar of clever wordplay and fast rhymes. In the second verse, Young Mc boasts about being a smooth operator and the kind of man who makes himself at home no matter where he is. He is a dominant force in the rap game, putting other rappers under and making no mistakes, errors, or blunders. Young Mc's confident and self-assured attitude is mirrored in his flow on the mic, which is smooth and effortless. He rhymes with ease and fluidity, making it appear as if the rhymes come naturally and effortlessly to him. Despite his braggadocio and egotism, Young Mc is an exceptional rapper with an undeniable talent for wordplay and lyricism.


Line by Line Meaning

Some of the busiest rhymes ever made by man
I'm about to spit some complex and intricate rhymes that are unmatched by most other rappers.


Are going into this mic, written by this hand
The lyrics I wrote by hand are going to be delivered into the microphone to be heard by anyone tuned into this frequency.


Are coming out of this mouth, made by this tongue
My mouth and tongue will be the instruments that deliver these rhymes for everyone to hear.


I'll tell you now my name, my name is Young
My name is Young and I'm about to deliver these rhymes for you to hear.


But so you think that it's your destiny
You may think it's your fate to be able to defeat me in a rap battle.


To get the best of me, but I suggest to be
You may want to win against me, but I recommend backing off.


Quiet, bro', don't even try it from the east and west of me
Don't even try to challenge me from any direction, whether it be east or west.


Taking it and never breaking it or even shaking it
I'm going to keep the rhymes flowing smoothly and without faltering or stumbling.


Grooving it and always moving it, 'cause I'm not faking it
I'll be moving, swaying and dancing to the rhythm to get into the flow of the rhymes.


Pulling out rhymes like books off the shelf
I'll be showcasing my talents with all the fluidity of being a skilled librarian who can retrieve books quickly and without error.


Born in England, raised in Hollis, taught to go for myself
I was born in England, but raised in Hollis and brought up to have the confidence to go for what I want in life.


This is stone cold rhyming, no frills, no fluffs
My rhymes are raw, unadulterated, and completely devoid of any gimmicks, ornamentations or unnecessary additions.


And it's no accident that these rhymes sound tough
The toughness and precision of my rhymes is no accident, but the result of a lot of hard work and practice.


I'm going off, baby, there's no turning back
I'm letting loose and performing with everything I've got, so there's no going back now.


I'm on your TV, on your album, cassette and 8-track
My image and music can be found everywhere, from your television to your cassette player.


And when the show is finally finished I'll be taking my bow
When the performance is over, I'll take a bow to show my appreciation to the audience.


My name is Young, and yo I got know-how, you know what I'm sayin'?
My name is Young MC, and I have the skill and talent to deliver some amazing rhymes.


I got juice like the president, I'm making rappers hesitant
I have power, authority and charisma like the President of the United States, and I have a tendency to intimidate other rappers.


Invite me to your house and I'll be chilling like a resident
If I'm invited over to your home, I'll be relaxed and at home, like I'm a resident there myself.


Yes, 'cause I'm that type of man
I'm the kind of man who can be comfortable in any setting and make myself at home.


'Cause I make myself at home no matter where I am
I'm able to adjust and feel at home anywhere I go, with anyone I meet.


I got it rolling like thunder, making y'all wonder
My rhymes are coming at you like a rolling thunder, leaving you in awe and amazement.


Why I'm on top with all the other rappers under
I stand out and rise above all other rappers, who are beneath me in terms of talent and skill.


I make no errors, mistakes or blunders
My rhymes are flawless and I never make a mistake or falter in my delivery.


It's like a wedding, let no man put asunder
My rhymes are tied together in a strong and unbreakable bond, like the bond of marriage that should never be broken.


My name is Young MC, I like to rock mic well
My name is Young MC and I take pride in my mic skills, which I think I execute very well.


'Cause when I get up on the mic I just release my spell
When I get on the mic, I let loose and allow the magic of the rhymes to take over and captivate the audience.


It's no hocus-pocus, I'll just get you into focus
My rhymes are not trickery, but they will keep you engaged and centered.


And swarm all over you just like a horde of locusts
My rhymes will envelop and surround you, like a swarm of locusts.


Smooth operator, female persuader
I'm a smooth talker and have the ability to charm and persuade women.


Spot a fly girl and in a week I'm gonna date her
I'm confident in my ability to attract women and can easily win a girl over within a week.


I got the kind of style for the here and the now
My rhymes and style are current and modern, perfect for the present time.


And I can do it 'cause I got know-how, you know what I'm sayin'?
I'm able to deliver amazing rhymes and perform at my level best because I have the skill and talent to do so.


MC's I'll ruin, 'cause I know what I'm doin'
I'll easily crush other MCs in a battle because I have an expert understanding of how to flow and perform with words and rhymes.


I'll treat 'em like doublemint gum and start chewin'
I'll take other MCs down with ease, just as though I'm chewing a piece of gum.


I spit 'em out when the flavour's gone
I'll get rid of other rappers when I'm finished with them or when they're no longer a challenge for me.


And I repeat the chewin' practice 'til the break of dawn
I'll continue to practice and improve my rhyming ability until the sun comes up each day.


'Cause I'm tough like a bone, sly like Stallone
I'm a tough guy, with a strong, resilient personality like a bone and the sly, sharp-witted, and cunning personality like Sylvester Stallone.


Rockin' and clockin' on the microphone
I'm performing incredible rhymes on the mic while being timed and showcasing my dancing and showmanship skills as well.


Smooth like a mirror, in hearts I strike terror
My rhymes are smooth and polished like a mirror, but also strike fear in the hearts of those who are up against me in a battle.


Rhymes like runs and hits with no errors
I'm dropping rhymes that are like runs and hits in baseball, where I'm able to deliver perfect deliveries with no mistakes or errors.


Cold like a blizzard, on the mic I am the wizard
I'm performing with a calm confidence that is as cold and unfeeling as a blizzard, with magical and spellbinding ability, like a wizard.


With the funky fresh rhymes comin' out of my gizzard
I'm dropping rhymes that are fresh, unique and original, that are coming straight from my gut like a gizzard.


Never sneezin', never coughin', I rock the mic often
I'm always able to perform at my best because I'm never getting sick, coughing, or showing any weakness.


Hard as a rock and no sign I'll soften
I have no intention of backing down or softening my rhymes, instead, I plan to get harder and stronger with time.


Makin' sure I get respect, on my mind rhymes connect
I'm making sure I'm respected and regarded for my skills and innovations in the rap world.


I start to build like a builder from an architect
I'm a master at laying down rhymes that are like building a house from the ground up, with meticulous care and attention to detail.


Movin' all around, above and under the ground
I'm able to perform in any location, on any surface or terrain, with no limitations.


You see my face, and then you hear my sound
People are drawn to me because of my personality and charisma, but then become captivated by my incredible rhymes when I perform.


Comin' atcha with the mic in hand
I'm ready to perform and give it my all, with my microphone held tightly in my hand.


I'm gonna take command just the way I planned
I'm going to take charge of the stage and perform exactly what I've planned out ahead of time.


'Cause I'm a one-man band and you are my fan
I can control the entire crowd with my performance, and all the people listening to me are my fans.


Don't you understand? I'm like Superman
You should know that I'm like Superman, with incredible strength, superpowers and abilities that make me stand out among everyone else in the rap scene.


Yeah, the Man of Steel, don't you know the deal?
Just like the Man of Steel, I'm incredibly resilient and strong, and people should know by now that I can't be defeated.


You better be for real, I got sex appeal
Anyone who wants to challenge me had better be tough and serious, because I'm a powerful and attractive figure who is sure to woo any audience.


This is what I feel, and this here's my vow
This is how I feel and what I believe, and I stand by this vow with everything I've got.


And now you know the brother with know-how, you know what I'm sayin'?
You now have a better understanding of who I am and what I'm capable of, which is nothing short of incredible rhyming skills that demonstrate my unique talents and abilities.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: EIRIK GLAMBEK BOE, ERLEND OTRE OEYE, LESLIE FEIST

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@skillzforrealz3102

Some of the busiest rhymes ever made by man
Are goin' into this mic, written by this hand
Are comin' out of this mouth, made by this tongue
I'll tell you now my name, my name is Young
But so you think that it's your destiny
To get the best of me, but I suggest to be
Quiet, bro', don't even try it from the east and west of me
Takin' it and never breakin' it or even shakin' it
Groovin' it and always movin' it, 'cause I'm not fakin' it
Pullin' out rhymes like books off the shelf
Born in England, raised in Hollis, taught to go for myself
This is stone cold rhymin', no frills, no fluffs
And it's no accident that these rhymes sound tough
I'm goin' off, baby, there's no turnin' back
I'm on your TV, on your album, cassette and 8-track
And when the show is finally finished I'll be takin' my bow
My name is Young, and yo I got know-how, you know what I'm sayin'?

I got know-how
Party people, I got know...how
I kick it just like this...

I got juice like the president, I'm makin' rappers hesitant
Invite me to your house and I'll be chillin' like a resident
Yes, 'cause I'm that type of man
'cause I make myself at home no matter where I am
I got it rollin' like thunder, makin' y'all wonder
Why I'm on top with all the other rappers under
I make no errors, mistakes or blunders
It's like a wedding, let no man put asunder
My name is Young MC, I like to rock mic well
'cause when I get up on the mic I just release my spell
It's no hocus-pocus, I'll just get you into focus
And swarm all over you just like a horde of locusts
Smooth operator, female persuader
Spot a fly girl and in a week I'm gonna date her
I got the kind of style for the here and the now
And I can do it 'cause I got know-how, you know what I'm sayin'?

I got know-how
Party people, I got know...how
Bust it!

MC's I'll ruin, 'cause I know what I'm doin'
I'll treat 'em like doublemint gum and start chewin'
I spit 'em out when the flavour's gone
And I repeat the chewin' practice 'til the break of dawn
'cause I'm tough like a bone, sly like Stallone
Rockin' and clockin' on the microphone
Smooth like a mirror, in hearts I strike terror
Rhymes like runs and hits with no errors
Cold like a blizzard, on the mic I am the wizard
With the funky fresh rhymes comin' out of my gizzard
Never sneezin', never coughin', I rock the mic often
Hard as a rock and no sign I'll soften
Makin' sure I get respect, on my mind rhymes connect
I start to build like a builder from a architect
Movin' all around, above and under the ground
You see my face, and then you hear my sound
Comin' atcha with the mic in hand
I'm gonna take command just the way I planned
'cause I'm a one-man band and you are my fan
Don't you understand? I'm like Superman
Yeah, the Man of Steel, don't you know the deal?
You better be for real, I got sex appeal
This is what I feel, and this here's my vow
And now you know the brother with know-how, you know what I'm sayin'?

I got know-how...and I'm chillin', never illin'
In my mouth I got two fillin's...whatever!
I'm on the mic, cold stone gettin' over
My name is Young MC, known as the fly casanova, kick it...



@officialsubway7707

Lyrics

Some of the busiest rhymes ever made by man
Are goin' into this mic, written by this hand
Are comin' out of this mouth, made by this tongue
I'll tell you now my name, my name is Young
But so you think that it's your destiny
To get the best of me, but I suggest to be
Quiet, bro', don't even try it from the east and west of me
Takin' it and never breakin' it or even shakin' it
Groovin' it and always movin' it, 'cause I'm not fakin' it
Pullin' out rhymes like books off the shelf
Born in England, raised in Hollis, taught to go for myself
This is stone cold rhymin', no frills, no fluffs
And it's no accident that these rhymes sound tough
I'm goin' off, baby, there's no turnin' back
I'm on your TV, on your album, cassette and 8-track
And when the show is finally finished I'll be takin' my bow
My name is Young, and yo I got know-how, you know what I'm sayin'?
I got know-how
Party people, I got know...how
I kick it just like this...
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I got juice like the president, I'm makin' rappers hesitant
Invite me to your house and I'll be chillin' like a resident
Yes, 'cause I'm that type of man
'cause I make myself at home no matter where I am
I got it rollin' like thunder, makin' y'all wonder
Why I'm on top with all the other rappers under
I make no errors, mistakes or blunders
It's like a wedding, let no man put asunder
My name is Young MC, I like to rock mic well
'cause when I get up on the mic I just release my spell
It's no hocus-pocus, I'll just get you into focus
And swarm all over you just like a horde of locusts
Smooth operator, female persuader
Spot a fly girl and in a week I'm gonna date her
I got the kind of style for the here and the now
And I can do it 'cause I got know-how, you know what I'm sayin'?
I got know-how
Party people, I got know...how
Bust it!
-------
MC's I'll ruin, 'cause I know what I'm doin'
I'll treat 'em like doublemint gum and start chewin'
I spit 'em out when the flavour's gone
And I repeat the chewin' practice 'til the break of dawn
'cause I'm tough like a bone, sly like Stallone
Rockin' and clockin' on the microphone
Smooth like a mirror, in hearts I strike terror
Rhymes like runs and hits with no errors
Cold like a blizzard, on the mic I am the wizard
With the funky fresh rhymes comin' out of my gizzard
Never sneezin', never coughin', I rock the mic often
Hard as a rock and no sign I'll soften
Makin' sure I get respect, on my mind rhymes connect
I start to build like a builder from a architect
Movin' all around, above and under the ground
You see my face, and then you hear my sound
Comin' atcha with the mic in hand
I'm gonna take command just the way I planned
'cause I'm a one-man band and you are my fan
Don't you understand? I'm like Superman
Yeah, the Man of Steel, don't you know the deal?
You better be for real, I got sex appeal
This is what I feel, and this here's my vow
And now you know the brother with know-how, you know what I'm sayin'?
I got know-how...and I'm chillin', never illin'
In my mouth I got two fillin's...whatever!
I'm on the mic, cold stone gettin' over
My name is Young MC, known as the fly casanova, kick it...



All comments from YouTube:

@lawrencepelo6449

I bought Stone Cold Rhymin' on tape in 1989 and this was my favorite track. Still not tired of it 33 years later. Just a treasure chest of killer rhymes and impeccable flow.

@danielhulme8511

the start just gets you going before the lyrics , what a song

@NormanSweetcream

My parents bought it for me but other than that I second your comment to the max! Also my favorite track from this absolutely genius album. Just about flawless.

@myview5840

Hello brother from another mother

@jordangarrick703

I played this tape thousands of time from '89 - '92 and each song seemed fresh every time. (Alright, "Bust a Move" got old pretty quick, but we'll give it a hall pass 😅). Even my brother - who couldn't stand rap music - would jam to these cuts when he was pumping iron. It was also a good change of pace from the hard core NWA tracks. It's not easy to make a catchy rap/ hip hop tune without cussing, but YMC figured it out. Good stuff....

@dermotmccorkell663

Ditto

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@skillzforrealz3102

Some of the busiest rhymes ever made by man
Are goin' into this mic, written by this hand
Are comin' out of this mouth, made by this tongue
I'll tell you now my name, my name is Young
But so you think that it's your destiny
To get the best of me, but I suggest to be
Quiet, bro', don't even try it from the east and west of me
Takin' it and never breakin' it or even shakin' it
Groovin' it and always movin' it, 'cause I'm not fakin' it
Pullin' out rhymes like books off the shelf
Born in England, raised in Hollis, taught to go for myself
This is stone cold rhymin', no frills, no fluffs
And it's no accident that these rhymes sound tough
I'm goin' off, baby, there's no turnin' back
I'm on your TV, on your album, cassette and 8-track
And when the show is finally finished I'll be takin' my bow
My name is Young, and yo I got know-how, you know what I'm sayin'?

I got know-how
Party people, I got know...how
I kick it just like this...

I got juice like the president, I'm makin' rappers hesitant
Invite me to your house and I'll be chillin' like a resident
Yes, 'cause I'm that type of man
'cause I make myself at home no matter where I am
I got it rollin' like thunder, makin' y'all wonder
Why I'm on top with all the other rappers under
I make no errors, mistakes or blunders
It's like a wedding, let no man put asunder
My name is Young MC, I like to rock mic well
'cause when I get up on the mic I just release my spell
It's no hocus-pocus, I'll just get you into focus
And swarm all over you just like a horde of locusts
Smooth operator, female persuader
Spot a fly girl and in a week I'm gonna date her
I got the kind of style for the here and the now
And I can do it 'cause I got know-how, you know what I'm sayin'?

I got know-how
Party people, I got know...how
Bust it!

MC's I'll ruin, 'cause I know what I'm doin'
I'll treat 'em like doublemint gum and start chewin'
I spit 'em out when the flavour's gone
And I repeat the chewin' practice 'til the break of dawn
'cause I'm tough like a bone, sly like Stallone
Rockin' and clockin' on the microphone
Smooth like a mirror, in hearts I strike terror
Rhymes like runs and hits with no errors
Cold like a blizzard, on the mic I am the wizard
With the funky fresh rhymes comin' out of my gizzard
Never sneezin', never coughin', I rock the mic often
Hard as a rock and no sign I'll soften
Makin' sure I get respect, on my mind rhymes connect
I start to build like a builder from a architect
Movin' all around, above and under the ground
You see my face, and then you hear my sound
Comin' atcha with the mic in hand
I'm gonna take command just the way I planned
'cause I'm a one-man band and you are my fan
Don't you understand? I'm like Superman
Yeah, the Man of Steel, don't you know the deal?
You better be for real, I got sex appeal
This is what I feel, and this here's my vow
And now you know the brother with know-how, you know what I'm sayin'?

I got know-how...and I'm chillin', never illin'
In my mouth I got two fillin's...whatever!
I'm on the mic, cold stone gettin' over
My name is Young MC, known as the fly casanova, kick it...

@MrKarlstansfield

Amazing Lyrics

@jasonspurs

You legend.

@jamieorton5898

Thanks

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