Shades of Black (Da Beatminerz Remix) Rakim
"Shades of Black (Da Beatminerz Remix)" by Rakim, released in 1998, is a #HipHop track that explores themes of identity, struggle, and resilience in the face of adversity. The lyrics emphasize self-awareness and the complexities of life. Unique beats and sampling enhance its depth, contributing to the genre's rich cultural narrative.
[Intro]
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Yo this is a test to see if you know what time it is, what time it was and what time it's gonna be
It's Rakim Allah
Ya know what I'm sayin'
And this how we get down
Representin'
Check it out
For the Black Panthers
It's gonna get set like this
[Verse 1]
We're dealing with some devious days
But believe me it's ways
Of posing tact for those that act mischievous pays
Foes in town is bound to hold you down
Physically your baddest when you hold your ground
And let loose the hounds
And double barrel scatters the thunder
When I stand they want me to be under
See the government wanna remove the G and be over me
Make more men and still live life free
And leave me for sorrow
Not promised tomorrow
A job, a house, or a chance to show what I know
I'm out to crusade, all I got is the streets
'Cause I've been waitin' for opportunity to knock for weeks
If he come, tell him I went to organize
And enterprise unity in the community and rise
That means take it back
Whoever's against that, then we attack
With various shades of black
Check it out
Yo this is a test to see if you know what time it is, what time it was and what time it's gonna be
It's Rakim Allah
Ya know what I'm sayin'
And this how we get down
Representin'
Check it out
For the Black Panthers
It's gonna get set like this
[Verse 1]
We're dealing with some devious days
But believe me it's ways
Of posing tact for those that act mischievous pays
Foes in town is bound to hold you down
Physically your baddest when you hold your ground
And let loose the hounds
And double barrel scatters the thunder
When I stand they want me to be under
See the government wanna remove the G and be over me
Make more men and still live life free
And leave me for sorrow
Not promised tomorrow
A job, a house, or a chance to show what I know
I'm out to crusade, all I got is the streets
'Cause I've been waitin' for opportunity to knock for weeks
If he come, tell him I went to organize
And enterprise unity in the community and rise
That means take it back
Whoever's against that, then we attack
With various shades of black
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