Rhyme

Keith Murray

About Rhyme

"The Rhyme" is the only single released from Keith Murray's second album, Enigma. The original version was again produced by Erick Sermon, with the remix produced by Jay Dee of The Ummah. "The Rhyme" made it to three Billboard charts, peaking at 12 on the Hot Rap Singles. The song contains samples from Run-D. M. C.'s "Sucker M. C.'s" and Maze's "Before I Let Go".


Year:
1999
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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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Keith Murray

Keith Omar Murray (born September 13, 1974) is an American rapper from New York. He is best known for being a member of the hip hop group Def Squad, which includes fellow rappers Redman and fellow Long Island native Erick Sermon. Murray debuted his spaced out, complex, multi-syllable rhyming style In 1994, Jive Records released Murray's debut single, "The Most Beautifullest Thing in This World", which was quickly followed up by his debut album of the same name, released to critical and commercial success. Along with Def Squad, he was apart of their debut album, El Niño in 1998. more »

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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 Origins
"Rhyme" is a song by American rapper Keith Murray, who is well known for his distinct lyrical delivery style and hard-hitting beats.
Track Artistry
The song showcases Keith Murray's unique and intricate rhyming techniques, demonstrating his skill as a wordsmith.
Music Career
The song comes from Keith Murray's first album, "The Most Beautifullest Thing in This World," released in 1994. This debut album was a critical and commercial success, peaking at number 34 on the Billboard 200 albums chart.
Collaborations
The album's production was handled by Erick Sermon, a member of the influential rap group, EPMD. Sermon's heavy funk sound significantly influenced the song's beat and overall tone.
Song's Popularity
"Rhyme" helped solidify Murray's status as an important figure in the East Coast hip-hop scene during the 1990s. The distinct lyrical style also influenced a new generation of rappers.
Album's Success
The song is part of an album that received a Gold certification by the RIAA, marking over 500,000 copies sold.
Awards
Keith Murray's debut album, which includes "Rhyme," was also nominated for a Soul Train Award in 1995, evidencing its impact and popularity.
Longevity
Despite being released over 25 years ago, "Rhyme" continues to be celebrated and appreciated by hip-hop music enthusiasts, reflecting Keith Murray's enduring influence in the genre.
Lyrical Techniques
"Rhyme" is notable for its use of complex syntax and vocabulary, a testament to Murray's dexterity with words and creative expression.
Recognition
The song is often pointed out in discussions of Murray's dynamic wordplay and distinct delivery, solidifying his position as an influential voice in hip-hop.

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