Negotiation Limerick File

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About Negotiation Limerick File

"The Negotiation Limerick File" is a song by American hip-hop group the Beastie Boys, released as the third single from their fifth studio album Hello Nasty. It peaked at #29 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks Chart. The version on the CD single is 30 seconds longer (3:16) than the album version (2:46). It features extended instrumental sections with flanging effects. This song is unique because every verse is made up of five-line limericks.


Year:
1999
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My DJ's got the cuts and the beats are on
We're comin' with the limericks and we're comin' strong
And the rhythm's on time to every word and rhyme
When it comes to keep it real I keep it really wrong
At the risk of sounding crass I would like to mention
That I am well aware of your wack intentions
To usurp my prose you so and so
It's my primary bone of contention
I tell you everybody I've had it
With all these people with static
I'll go insane if it don't rain
Sucker MC's are problematic
I love it when you hit those switches
A curve ball's what my pitch is
So here we here we come
Like dumb ditty dumb
I keep all five boroughs in stitches

The sound sounds sweeter through the echo plex
It'll spin you around and throw you in a hex
Until you feel no pain inside your brain
All your worries are soothed by the sound effects
Read it in the Post and the Daily News
Listen everybody lets show improve
Don't let me begin about heroin
Living six feet deep just ain't the move
We're giving you soul power
I like it sweet and sour
When it comes to rhymes and beat designs
I'm at the control tower
Tell me what makes you so afraid
Of all those people you say you hate
Just give it one time for your mind
And let's try to negotiate
And let's try to negotiate
And let's try to negotiate

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Beastie Boys

Beastie Boys is an American hip hop band from New York City, formed in 1981. For the majority of its career, the group has consisted of three MCs and musicians Michael "Mike D" Diamond (vocals, drums), Adam "MCA" Yauch (vocals, bass) and Adam "Ad-Rock" Horovitz (vocals, guitar). more »

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Written by: ADAM HOROVITZ, ADAM NATHANIEL YAUCH, MARIO CALDATO JR., MICHAEL LOUIS DIAMOND

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Album Classification
"Negotiation Limerick File" is a track from the Beastie Boys fifth studio album, "Hello Nasty." The album was released in July 1998.
Genre Classification
This song, like many of the Beastie Boys' other songs, is a fusion of rap and rock, embodying some elements of hip-hop, jazz and electronica. The band's genre-blending style greatly contributed to the uniqueness of their sound.
Chart Ranking
"Negotiation Limerick File" reached number 29 on the UK Singles Chart, proving the international appeal of the Beastie Boys.
Music Video
The music video for "Negotiation Limerick File" featured the Beastie Boys as action figures, creating a fun and unique visual experience for fans.
Song Recognition
"Negotiation Limerick File" was nominated for a Grammy in the Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group category in 1999, reflecting its critical acclaim.
B-Side
The song also has a b-side, or supplementary song, titled "Peanut Butter & Jelly," which was a part of the single release.
Remixes
Several remixes have also been made of "Negotiation Limerick File," including one by Adam "Ad-Rock" Horovitz, a member of Beastie Boys himself.
Noteworthy Performance
Beastie Boys performed this song on MTV Live in 1998, leaving a memorable impact on their fans.
Song Message
"Negotiation Limerick File" carries a lyrical theme of surviving and thriving in the urban jungle conveying it with the band's trademark humor and wit.
Sampling
As true to Beastie Boys style, this song includes a variety of sound samples, including snippets from “Lt. Uhura” by The Vulcanes and “I’ve Given You My Best” by Melvin Sparks.

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