Drop
The Pharcyde
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[Bootie Brown:] Let me freak the funk, Obsolete is the punk that talk more junk than Sanford sells I jet propel at a rate that complice their mental state As I invade their masquerade They couldn't fade with a clipper blade 10 years in the trade is not enough, you can't cut it I let you take a swing, and you bunted For an easy out, I leave mc's with doubt Of exceeding, my name is Bottie Brown and I'm proceeding, leading, They try to follow but they're shallow and hollow I can see right through them like an empty 40 bottle, of O.E. They have no key, or no clue To the game at all, now they washed up Hung out to dry Standing looking stupid, wondering why (why man?) It was the fame, that they tried to get Now they walking around talking about represent And keep it real, but I got to appeal Cause they existing in a fantasy when holding the steel [Slim Kid 3:] Rock a bye baby, Listen to my heart pumping to a fine ravine Of all things it's a vain of a shrine All missions impossible are possible, cause I'm Heading for a new sector 365 days from now, I'll Wipe the sweat from my brow And each and every true will stick, or fall from the sky of my cloud nine From homies all the way to chics, no matter how fine Controlling is a swollen way to wreck a proud mind You hold it in your hands and watch a man start crying Tear after tear in the puppet man's hands Every time you take a stance you do the puppet man's dance And the worlds at a stand-still Deep in broken mansville, trapped in the moat with an anvil, still Killing yourself, and dogging ya health You ain't amphibious, so grab a hold of yourself [Knumbskull #1:] Shit is-shit is ill, my flow still will spill Toxic slick to shock you sick like electrocute When I execute, acutely over the rhythm On those that pollute, extra dosages is what I gotta give em Got em mad and trembling Cause I been up in my lad assembling Missiles, to bomb the enemy Because they envy me, and the making of my mad currency Currently I think we're in a state of an emergency Cause niggas done sold their souls, and now their souls is hollow And I think they can't follow They can't swallow, the truth because it hurts This is how I put it down, this is my earth, my turf The worth of my birth is a billion, and you know what time it is I'm going to make a million
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Written by: Derrick Stewart, Emandu Imani Rashaan Wilcox, Romye Robinson, Trevant Jermaine Hardson
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Drop" is a single track by the American alternative hip-hop group The Pharcyde, released in 1995 under the Delicious Vinyl label.
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Album FactThe song is from the group's second studio album, "Labcabincalifornia". The album was generally well received by critics and considered more mature and focused than their debut album.
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Music Video SignificanceThe music video for "Drop" is particularly noted for its unique direction. Directed by acclaimed director Spike Jonze, it was shot entirely in reverse but readjusted to match the forward playing track.
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Producer CreditThe song beat was produced by the iconic musician J Dilla. It's one of the earlier examples of his innovative style that later found him regarded as one of the greatest hip-hop producers.
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Sampling"Drop" features a prevalent sample from the Beastie Boys' song, "The New Style".
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Beastie Boys ConnectionThe track's connection with Beastie Boys extends beyond sampling. They teach The Pharcyde the backwards lip-syncing required for the video and even have a brief cameo.
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Lyrics and StyleThe lyrics showcase The Pharcyde's distinct rapping style, with verses that are dense with wordplay, cultural references, and complex rhyming schemes.
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Chart Performance"Drop" wasn't a major chart hit, but it's often cited by fans and critics as one of the group's most enduring songs.
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Cultural InfluenceThe innovative video for "Drop" has been cited as an inspiration for many music videos that followed, setting a standard for visual creativity in hip-hop videos.
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Long-lasting ImpactMore than 25 years after its release, "Drop" remains a staple in The Pharcyde's discography and a favorite among hip-hop enthusiasts for its innovative production, lyrical creativity, and groundbreaking music video.
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