Rockafella

Redman

About Rockafella

"Rockafella" is the first single found on Redman's second album, Dare Iz a Darkside. It is produced by Redman and contains samples from "I Wanna Do Something Freaky to You" by Leon Haywood and "Flashlight" by Parliament. It can be found on the compilation, Hip Hop Factory: The Bomb Hip Hop, Vol. 1. The song is dedicated to the memory of rapper Rockafella.


Year:
1994
5:08
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Sat down and opened my mind and said it's time 
For me to design the right lines 
Make you one of a kind boy rough and 
Tough and all that stuff 
Sure enough I'll make the brother's change their minds 
Then you understand my only principle 
No need to f*ck with the born invincible 

I'm rated X like a porno feature 
Leaving MC's dazed and catching an anesthesia's 
Even females get rocked when they try to cock 
Block the man from doing this hip hop
Techniques unique and that's my word is bond 
Rockafella's the name but the screaming I'll rock on

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Redman

Reginald "Reggie" Noble (born April 17, 1970), better known by his stage name Redman, is an American MC, rapper, DJ, record producer and actor. He came to fame in the early 1990s as an artist on the Def Jam label. He is also well known for his collaborations with Method Man, including their starring roles in films and sitcoms. He was also a member of the Def Squad in the early 1990s. Redman is one-half of the rap duo Method Man & Redman and has been unofficially referred to as the "11th member" of the Wu-Tang Clan. more »

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Written by: George Bernard Worrell, George Jr. Clinton, Otha Leon Haywood, Reggie Noble, William Earl Collins

Lyrics © A SIDE MUSIC LLC D/B/A MODERN WORKS MUSIC PUBLISHING, Downtown Music Publishing, DELLA MUSIC PUBLISHING, LLC

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12 facts about this song

Release Information
"Rockafella" is a solo track by Reggie "Redman" Noble released in the year 1994.
Music Genre
Known for its unique style, the track falls under the genres of East Coast Hip-Hop and Hardcore Rap.
Album Details
The song is part of Redman's second studio album named "Dare Iz a Darkside", serving as the third single from the album.
Song Composition
The song was solely produced by Reggie "Redman" Noble, emphasizing his skills not only as a rapper but also as a beatmaker.
Music Sampling
"Rockafella" has famous samples from "Flashlight" by Parliament and "Clap Your Hands" by Funkadelic, which adds an interesting mix of funk influences to the song.
Critical Reception
Critics praised this track in particular for its catchy hooks and Redman's unique vocal stylings.
Commercial Success
Even though the album “Dare Iz a Darkside” received Gold certification from the RIAA, "Rockafella" itself didn’t chart on the Billboard Hot 100.
Cultural Impact
The song "Rockafella" is often considered as a classic Redman track, which showcases his raw energy and lyricism.
Music Video
The music video of "Rockafella", directed by David Meyers, depicts Redman in various street scene settings, uniquely reflecting the hardcore aspects of the song.
Live Performances
Redman usually incorporates "Rockafella" in his live performances, and fans repeatedly demand this song because of its high-energy vibe.
Lyrics Themes
The main themes present in the song are hustle, street life, and empowerment, all common elements in Redman's songs.
Song Title
The title "Rockafella" is a play on the word "Rockefeller", referencing the wealthy American family, but reinvented with Redman's street-smart attitude.

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