Damage
Pharoahe Monch
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Ooh, listen to the way I slay your crew Damage, damage, damage, damage They cock them hammers, wave them llamas But that's that in front of the camera drama So when the cameras are attached to dollys, I call them dali lama's Mold me, loathe, hold me in the palm of your hand, load me You know exactly what I am, murderer When I'm inserted on to the top of fifteen family members It's the curse of the proverbial anarchy starter, the martyr This is what I have been converted to do what I do is insanity Pro-fo-fo-fanity when they manually hammer me annually You dont figitty faze me yo I won't tigitty tase you bro Figgity fucking cut you in half like it's nothing minus the laser scope Then I will ring your bell like Avon Before displaying some of my various tattoos (Trayvon) The (Oscar) award winning (Aiyana Jones) hey (Sean) Sworn to be cannon fodder for your father slaughter daughters Armor piercing tumblers more deadlier than napalm F*ck a stray bullet, I take aim when the gun draws For ever lasting fame I will maim those who change the gun laws Cause post traumatic stress disorder, ask any vet I've worked with My purpose catching bodies like safety nets at the circus Ooh, listen to the way I slay your crew Damage, damage, damage, damage Nigga I will twist your liver like Oliver (TWIST) Scratch your name off my calendar See that was me thru a silencer What you just heard was a .44 caliber Now you can fill in the blanks I will pillage your town Killing them with Dillinger rounds Nigga fill in the clip cause I'm willing to flip See I'm sort of certified, I'm fortified live You would be mortified if I would put on screen what I've seen Horrified holy Bibles, rivals, vital organs Little bitty baby bodies, bridal gowns coffins Morphine, gang bang, gangrene, slauson, swap meet Meet greet, pop I don't sleep, I don't stop I love hate, hate cops That's why I laugh when you pull it I'm motivated and crass I'm so elated when I see them on the news (you fuckin' pigs!) They flying the flag half mass See there's no need for conversation When we're discussing the bullet's point of view Ooh, listen to the way I slay your crew Damage, damage, damage, damage
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Written by: Lee Harvey Stone, Troy Donald Jamerson
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12 facts about this song
Album Release"Damage" is a track from Pharoahe Monch's fourth solo studio album titled "P.T.S.D. (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)" which was released in 2014.
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Song ThemeThe song "Damage" tackles a complex subject, dealing with the psychology behind gun violence. It is actually the third part of Pharoahe Monch's "gun" trilogy, which began with "Stray Bullet" and was followed by "When The Gun Draws."
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LyricsOne of the most quoted lines from "Damage" is "I never sleep and when I do it's a fast dream/That's why I call it a 'gunshot in my nightmare routine.'"
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Trilogy SequencePharoahe Monch first unveiled his “Bullet” trilogy with “Stray Bullet,” which featured on the album Stress: The Extinction Agenda by Organized Konfusion in 1994. The second part, “When The Gun Draws,” is from the album Desire was released in 2007. "Damage," the third part of the trilogy, came almost seven years later.
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Music VideoPharoahe Monch released an official video clip for "Damage" via his YouTube channel on December 16, 2013. The video mirrored the song's theme, featuring gun violence and its after-effects.
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ProductionThe song was produced by Lee Stone, who has collaborated with Monch on several projects.
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ReceptionPharoahe Monch's nuanced and multilayered storytelling through "Damage" was appreciated by critics and fans alike. The song is praised for its poignant and thought-provoking lyrics and clever wordplay.
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Live performancesThe rapper has delivered raw and powerful performances of "Damage" in his concerts, which often lead to emotional moments.
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Featured ArtistsAlthough "Damage" is a solo track, P.T.S.D. (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) album also features appearances from Black Thought, Talib Kweli, Denaun Porter, The Stepkids, and more.
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Career"Damage" is a testament to Pharoahe Monch's decades-long career in hip-hop and his ability to continuously engage audiences with strong thematic elements and intricate lyricism.
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Sound StyleThe song keeps true to Pharoahe Monch's signature style of blending hard-hitting beats with carefully crafted, socially conscious lyrics. The use of bass, sample elements, and the occasional soft melody adds to the depth and atmosphere of the song.
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SalesThough specific sales figures aren't available for "Damage," it was a part of the album P.T.S.D. which enjoyed moderate commercial success.
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