Come Get Me Nas

"Come Get Me" by Nas, released in 1999, is a #HipHop track that explores themes of resilience, street life, and self-assertion. The lyrics convey a sense of defiance against adversity and the challenges of urban existence. Musically, it features a gritty beat and sharp lyricism, reflecting Nas's storytelling prowess. The song resonates with listeners for its raw honesty and has contributed to Nas's legacy as a voice of his generation.

[Produced by DJ Premier]

[Intro]
And as a special treat this evening
I have asked America's foremost young poet
To read his latest poem for us

[Scratching by DJ Premier]
"Ladies and gentlemen.."
"Na-Na-Na-Nastradamus"
"Everybody watch him"
"Ladies and gentlemen.."
"Na-Na-Na-Nastradamus"
"We-we-we came a long way"
"Ladies and gentlemen.."
"Na-Na-Na-Nastradamus"
"Everybody watch him"
"Ladies and gentlemen.."
"Na-Na-Na-Nastradamus"*

[Verse 1]
Yo..
Yo.. yo..
Power and crime, the thugs slinging powder and dimes
Twenties of D, is yo' niggas wilder than mine?
My niggas bust nines, puff lye and stick up cowards
For they shine, you resist, then you push up flowers
I'm like Luca Brasi, Vito's best hit-man
That's "Godfather" shit, back seat, next lit plans
Revolvers spit, I'm too tough to bargain with
And you don't want the God to pull up, the cars are sick
Arms and wrists is lit up, Queensbridge King
Plaques, awards, applause when I do my thing
Streets is black as midnight, the concrete gray
With stains of blood and germ and piss all day
Come on the ave, get sized up, plus appraised
Duck and pray that my guns don't bust your way
Niggas with names, living off reputation
Sometimes gotta remind you ain't nothing changing

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