The Rhyme
Keith Murray
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Verse 1 Now for next to little or nothin' I be rippin' up every function with scientifical mad man consumptions with mass productions of mass conjunctions I display new ways of mc destruction 'cause ain't nothin' better than the shit I got makin' niggas jump off the roof and roof-tops I put the hip in hop and the don't in stop and the clips in glocks when I rock box your block my hypothesis on this is you niggas better come in terms of my vocabulary quick or get dissed my brain bleeds mental complex feeds bring it on kid I got exactly what you need twisted metaphors to get your shit in star wars live forever like Bob Marley just because the mad matador metaphor rips the hard core for him and his them and theirs you and yours chorus: And it beez like that sometimes cause I can't control the rhyme I said it beez like that sometimes cause I can't control the rhyme I keep it jiggy jiggy jiggy jiggy we keep it be wiggy wiggy wiggy wiggy cause it be jiggy jiggy jiggy jiggy and it be wiggy wiggy wiggy wiggy Verse 2: the most beautifullest vocabulist punches phony mc's dead in their esophogaus my analysis is roughly calloused you better practice if you want to challenge this I'm symbolic to the sun moon and stars you gettin' knocked out the box no matter who you are the funk phat tracks lures you to listen as my vocals send your brain up in the fetal position learn a quick lesson of mic aggression so when I walk down the street there'll be no second guessing now you can walk the walk talk the talk back burnin' all day but your still fireproof like an ashtray I'm a scientist in the mix like Plyx turnin' all you fly emcees back into maggots non prop soil watch me bubble and spoil punch you Grand Royal as you foam like boil Chorus verse 3: I played the many thousand roles of street life showed Whodini that the freaks come out in broad daylight me and my crew be tight like Lavren and Shirley rollin' through all ya'lls hoods pullin all ya'lls fly girlies emcee's always bitch, that makes my style all hard I role with nobody but God and the Squad me and my troops we knock the shit out the sides of dudes lettin the OJ juice loose on phat tracks E-d produced Chorus
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Written by: ERICK SERMON, FRANKIE BEVERLY, KEITH MURRAY
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"The Rhyme" is a song by Keith Murray, an American rapper and member of the hip hop trio Def Squad. The song was released in 1996 as part of his debut album, The Most Beautifullest Thing in This World.
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Album Success"The Most Beautifullest Thing in This World", the album that features "The Rhyme", is certified gold by the RIAA. It released two Top 40 singles on the Billboard Hot 100, making Keith Murray a prominent figure in East Coast hip-hop.
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Complex LyricismKeith Murray is known for his complicated, intricate rhyme schemes and "The Rhyme" is one such example. He uses a unique blend of street vernacular and multisyllabic verse that keeps listeners engaged and contemplating the meaning.
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Production Team"The Rhyme" was produced by Erick Sermon, the other member of Def Squad. Sermon is known for producing songs that feature heavy, funky beats, which is also evident in "The Rhyme".
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Collaborative Effort"The Rhyme" includes backing vocals by female R&B singer Dave Hollister, adding a melodious touch to the otherwise heavy hip-hop track.
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Impact on Career"The Rhyme", like the other songs on the album, helped establish Keith Murray's reputation as a respected lyricist in the hip hop scene. In fact, his originality and complex rapping throughout the album, and in this song, are often cited as reasons why Murray is seen as a significant player in 90s hip-hop.
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Reception"The Rhyme" has a 4.4 out of 5 stars rating on Discogs, an online music database and marketplace. Listeners praise Murray's unique style and lyrical depth.
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Song ThemeThe song sees Keith Murray talking about his struggle, his journey and the hardships of his life before he became successful. It is truthful and raw, giving listeners an insight into the real life of a rapper.
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Influence"The Rhyme" continues to be well respected in hip-hop circles and its lyrical content, as well as its production, has influenced many upcoming and established artists in the scene.
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Live PerformanceKeith Murray frequently includes "The Rhyme" in his live performances. It's always a crowd pleaser due to its complex lyrics and catchy hook.
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