Freeze
k-os Lyrics


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Yo, yo what the fuck, yo, yo

[Chorus:]
It goes stop, don't make a move, just freeze
Instead of tellin' a lie, get down on your knees
Please, give up the mic to MC's
Masters of the ceremony, is what we be
It goes stop, don't make a move, just freeze
Instead of tellin' a lie, get down on your knees
Please, give up the mic to MC's
Masters of the ceremony, is what we be

I was walkin' down the street about three o'clock
When I saw another MC at the end of the block
Talkin' to kids tellin' em, how they had to get the dough
So I rolled right up in the Cypher and said "Yo!"
Here is an example of a whack MC
Caught in the world and he just can't see
He said, "What? Aiyyo, you disrespectin' me?
Now I got to battle you and show them who the best be"
He started spittin', he said, "Somethin' somethin' hot"
Then he tried to talk about the money that he got
I said, "Shhh c'mon yo, that's all passé
I got to break it down another way like this now
Follow me here in this moment and time
Follow the rhyme created instigated to see the crime
You commit, when you sit in the past Don't you know?
You construct a future based on everything that you know
But to get to the unknown, we surely must erase
All the preconceived notions they keep throwin' up in our face
On the daily I run over tracks like Donovan Bailey
And break every record, in less than ten seconds"
They said, "Oooooh! That's a real metaphysical
We pull down the light cause the force is centrifugal"
He tried to act up I had to give in
Because the truth is an offense and not a sin, word life

[Chorus:]

MC's ain't comin' equipped, with the rhyme
Don't do the crime if you can't do the time
The time is essential when you play with the lives of the youth
They want the truth, but you want loot
So ya change a little bit switch up your steeds
Now you got a bigger bag and countin' extra ki's
Please, everything you do we do with these
Real MC's are universal entities, that
Scope the universe lookin' for the fraudulence
Then we take a disguise like Clark Kent
My manner would have quick to check a scanner
For a weak MC sinkin' a city like Atlantis
You can't stand this, missile placed and you vanish
I meditate delevitate the twelve planets
You cannot withstand the heavy verbal attack
I'm the lyrical master blaster yeah I can do that
I can also be your style, because I analyzed it
You used to rock, but now you paralyzed it
Doesn't really matter like platinum blondes
Think what is an MC if he can't drop bombs
Don't really matter if it's over your head
Cause the job of resurrectin' is to wake up the dead
So pay attention it's the hard to behold
That everything that good it ain't gold, for real





[Chorus: x2]

Overall Meaning

"Freeze" by k-os is a powerful song that talks about the importance of being truthful as an MC. The song begins with k-os walking down the street when he spots another MC talking to kids about earning money. The conversation takes a turn when k-os challenges the other MC and eventually wins the battle. The chorus of the song emphasizes the need for MCs to be true to themselves and give up the mic to those who are masterful in the craft.


The lyrics of the song are deep and insightful. k-os talks about the importance of living in the moment and not being trapped by preconceived notions. He also talks about how MCs need to be universal entities that scope the universe in search of the fraudulence. The song urges MCs to not be swayed by the lure of money and instead focus on being truthful and real.


Overall, "Freeze" is a song that is full of meaning and depth. It is a call to arms for MCs who are true to the craft and are not swayed by the lure of money.


Line by Line Meaning

It goes stop, don't make a move, just freeze
Halt your actions, stay still, do not continue further.


Instead of tellin' a lie, get down on your knees
Rather than speaking dishonestly, show humility and sincerity.


Please, give up the mic to MC's
Kindly surrender the microphone to the true masters of ceremonies.


Masters of the ceremony, is what we be
We are the true and skilled MC's in charge of conducting the event.


I was walkin' down the street about three o'clock
I was strolling on the road at around three in the afternoon.


When I saw another MC at the end of the block
I noticed another MC at the distant corner of the street.


Talkin' to kids tellin' em, how they had to get the dough
Addressing young individuals and preaching them how to accumulate wealth.


So I rolled right up in the Cypher and said 'Yo!'
I approached the group of people gathered in a circle and greeted them.


Here is an example of a whack MC
This is a demonstration of an incompetent MC.


Caught in the world and he just can't see
Stuck in his ways and not open to recognizing his shortcomings.


He said, 'What? Aiyyo, you disrespectin' me?
He was offended and asked if I was showing him disrespect.


Now I got to battle you and show them who the best be'
I have to engage in a rap battle with you and prove my superiority to everyone present.


He started spittin', he said, 'Somethin' somethin' hot'
He began rapping and spitting some mediocre rhymes.


Then he tried to talk about the money that he got
He attempted to brag about his financial success.


I said, 'Shhh c'mon yo, that's all passé
I interrupted him and suggested that his topic was outdated and uninteresting.


I got to break it down another way like this now
I need to explain it to him differently so he can understand.


Follow me here in this moment and time
Join me in the present moment and follow my lead.


Follow the rhyme created instigated to see the crime
Pay attention to the lyrics that I'm rapping to understand the real issue at hand.


You commit, when you sit in the past Don't you know?
Your past actions have consequences and lead to your current situation.


You construct a future based on everything that you know
Your future is determined by your past experiences and knowledge.


But to get to the unknown, we surely must erase
However, to reach uncharted territory, we need to abandon our preconceived notions.


All the preconceived notions they keep throwin' up in our face
These preconceived notions are constantly being presented to us and influencing our beliefs.


On the daily I run over tracks like Donovan Bailey
Every day, I effortlessly surpass obstacles and challenges like the famous sprinter Donovan Bailey.


And break every record, in less than ten seconds'
I break every record and achieve success in a very short amount of time.


They said, 'Oooooh! That's a real metaphysical
The spectators present were impressed and in awe of my talent.


We pull down the light cause the force is centrifugal'
We bring down divine knowledge and inspiration, which emanates outwards like a centrifugal force.


He tried to act up I had to give in
The other MC attempted to get aggressive, and I had to take defensive actions.


Because the truth is an offense and not a sin, word life
I had to take action because speaking the truth can be seen as offensive, but it is not a sinful act.


MC's ain't comin' equipped, with the rhyme
Many MC's are not properly skilled and prepared with their lyrical abilities.


Don't do the crime if you can't do the time
Do not engage in behaviors or actions that you cannot handle the consequences of.


The time is essential when you play with the lives of the youth
It is crucial to be responsible and mindful when influencing and impacting young individuals.


They want the truth, but you want loot
The youth desire honesty and authenticity, but many influencers are solely focused on making money.


So ya change a little bit switch up your steeds
Therefore, they compromise their values and beliefs to attain financial gain.


Now you got a bigger bag and countin' extra ki's
They now have more money and are counting their new profits.


Please, everything you do we do with these
Be mindful of your actions and the impact they have on others, especially the youth.


Real MC's are universal entities, that
Authentic MC's are universal forces that impact and inspire people worldwide.


Scope the universe lookin' for the fraudulence
We investigate and scrutinize the industry and individuals to expose and challenge inauthenticity.


Then we take a disguise like Clark Kent
We pose as undercover figures, much like Superman's alter ego Clark Kent.


My manner would have quick to check a scanner
I quickly assess the authenticity of other MC's and scrutinize their abilities.


For a weak MC sinkin' a city like Atlantis
Incompetent MC's can destroy a city, much like how the mythical city of Atlantis was drowned.


You can't stand this, missile placed and you vanish
You cannot handle the power of my rhymes and will disappear, like a missile destroying a target.


I meditate delevitate the twelve planets
I achieve a higher state of consciousness to elevate and enlighten myself and the twelve zodiac planets.


You cannot withstand the heavy verbal attack
You cannot handle my intense and powerful verbal assault through my rhymes.


I'm the lyrical master blaster yeah I can do that
I am a skilled MC and can deliver exceptional rhymes and lyrical content.


I can also be your style, because I analyzed it
I can adapt and imitate your style because I have studied and analyzed it.


You used to rock, but now you paralyzed it
You were once skilled and talented, but now you have lost your touch and are stagnant.


Doesn't really matter like platinum blondes
This does not hold much importance or relevance, much like the color of someone's hair.


Think what is an MC if he can't drop bombs
Consider what an MC is worth if they cannot deliver powerful rhymes and impressive lyrical content.


Don't really matter if it's over your head
It does not matter if you do not understand the lyrics or the complexity of the rhymes.


Cause the job of resurrectin' is to wake up the dead
The purpose of MC's is to reinvigorate and revive the music industry and inspire audiences.


So pay attention it's the hard to behold
Therefore, pay close attention because the truth can be difficult to comprehend and accept.


That everything that good it ain't gold, for real
Not everything that appears good on the surface is actually valuable or worthwhile.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KEVIN DERON BRERETON, RUSSELL KLYNE

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