Lyrics

Released: 2003 “Magic Stick” by Lil’ Kim, a prominent figure in 90s and early 2000s hip-hop, is a bold declaration of sexual prowess and confidence. In this track, Lil’ Kim flips the script on the traditional male gaze,…

Released: 2022 • Features: Morgan Wallen In “Broadway Girls” by Lil Durk featuring Morgan Wallen, the tune operates on the intersection of hip hop and country music, telling a tale of fleeting attraction, false promises, night life, and the lure…

Released: 2023 • Features: Morgan Wallen “Stand By Me” by Lil Durk, featuring Morgan Wallen, is a reflective and stripped down track that delves deep into themes of loyalty, love, and the harsh realities of the music industry. Durk questions…

Released: 2018 Right out the gate, “Close Friends” by Lil Baby paints a tale of love and regret, capturing the emotional complexities of a failed romantic relationship. The lyrics flow with tales of transition, from close friends to…

Released: 2018 • Features: Gunna, Lil Uzi Vert “Life Goes On” is an introspective track by Lil Baby featuring Gunna and Lil Uzi Vert that dives deep into the artists’ experiences with success, their gritty backgrounds, and the complications of…

Released: 2020 “On Me” by Lil Baby is an assertive narrative on the rapper’s street-to-stardom journey, his financial success, and his relationship dynamic. He portrays his resilient path to success amid all challenges and provides a glimpse into…

Released: 1994 Starting off with “If I Ruled The World” by Kurtis Blow, this joint is nothin’ but an imaginative tour-de-force from the hip-hop pioneer. It’s a contemplation on power and aspirations, with Kurtis envisioning himself as the…

Released: 2009 “The Breaks (Re-Recorded / Remastered)” by Kurtis Blow is a groundbreaking yet lighthearted take on life’s ups and downs. The lyrics dive into the tough challenges and unexpected turns that can emerge on life’s journey, using…

Released: 1994 “Basketball” by Kurtis Blow is a track that interweaves his love for the sport with his love for hip-hop, drawing parallels between the skill and agility needed on the court and the linguistic finesse demanded by…

Released: 1987 The track “How Ya Like Me Now” by Kool Moe Dee is a bold indictment on imitation, a shining testament to his own skills, and a charged-up challenge to any MCs questioning his hip-hop prowess. Through…

Released: 2019 Kicking it off, “Uprising” by Killah Priest is a journey into the collective struggles, introspections, and revelations of urban life, revealing deep-seated societal problems through potent symbolism and gritty realism. The rapper lyrically illustrates the constant…

Released: 1998 “B.I.B.L.E.” by Killah Priest is an introspective journey that weaves a tapestry around a constant spiritual quest, wrestling with the paradoxes of existence in a world grappling with moral decay. It’s a journey of faith, but…

Released: 2020 “Toxic” by Kehlani is a deeply introspective track that touches on the complexities of a harmful relationship. It’s a narrative of love, obsession, and the destructive cycle of toxicity that sometimes accompanies these intertwined emotions. Kicking…

Released: 1995 • Features: Method Man “Shadowboxin'” is a vintage cut from GZA’s seminal album “Liquid Swords”, featuring lyrical heavyweight Method Man. The track presents a heady mix of kung-fu metaphors, street wisdom, and hip-hop bravado, painting a vivid picture…

Released: 2018 • Features: Bruno Mars, Kodak Black At first glance, “Wake Up in the Sky” from Gucci Mane, featuring Bruno Mars and Kodak Black, seems like an ode to high living, a representation of hip hop’s fascination with success,…

Released: 1987 ‘”Wild Wild West” by Kool Moe Dee unfolds the raw realities of street life, underscoring the survival struggles, deadly dynamics, and the honor codes of the streets. Straight from the heart of Harlem, this track is…

Released: 2017 “Transportin'” by Kodak Black, on the surface, is a slick flex anthem detailing the realities of his lifestyle – which includes drugs, weapons, cash, and relationships. But it’s also a clever display of hip-hop braggadocio that…

Released: 2015 “No Flockin'” by Kodak Black is a braggadocious anthem revolving around his wealth, lifestyle, and street sensibilities. This track is a raw and unfiltered glimpse into Kodak’s life, a narrative of survival in the streets parlayed…

Released: 2018 • Features: Offset, Travis Scott “ZEZE” is one of those hip-hop anthems that capture the paradoxes, aspirations, and contradictions of the “street life” experience — it’s a showy tune filled with bragging about luxury, wealth, and the risks…

Released: 2023 • Features: CeeLo Green Killer Mike’s “DOWN BY LAW,” featuring vocals from CeeLo Green, is a poignant reflection on the intersections of race, faith, economic struggle, and the pervasive effects of systemic racism. The track’s essence is steeped…

Released: 2023 • Features: André 3000, Eryn Allen Kane, Future “SCIENTISTS & ENGINEERS” by Killer Mike, featuring André 3000, Eryn Allen Kane, and Future is an introspective and candid look at the artist’s reality, ambitions, and struggles, laced with social…

Released: 1998 • Features: Tekitha, Hell Razah “One Step” by Killah Priest, featuring Tekitha and Hell Razah, is a sonic journey through the lived experiences of African Americans, touching on the deep historical pains of slavery, economic deprivation, and ongoing…

Released: 2024 • Features: Travis Scott “GET OFF ME” by Kid Cudi, featuring Travis Scott is an assertive anthem that leverages hip-hop’s bravado to express the duo’s elevated status in the music industry and the expectations that come with it.…

Released: 2023 • Features: B.G., Sexyy Red “Yonce Freestyle” by Kevin Gates, featuring B.G. and Sexyy Red, breathes an atmosphere of hedonistic excess and elite status. The song celebrates wealth, power, sexual freedom, and lifestyle of hip-hop superstars, woven together…

Released: 2016 In “Really Really,” Kevin Gates spits bars that reflect his journey, success, and the reality of his hustle in the rap game. The Baton Rouge rapper lays out the grinding tale behind his diamonds and carefully…

Released: 2016 “2 Phones” by Kevin Gates is basically an account of the hustling life, brimming with street lingo and insider references that encapsulate the daily grind of a hustler’s life. This track is steeped in the cultural…

Released: 2020 “Can I” by Kehlani is a provocative, seductive song that speaks candidly about the sexual tension and irrepressible desire within a passionate, intimate relationship. Using explicit language and graphic details, Kehlani paints an unabashed picture of…

Released: 2019 • Features: Ty Dolla $ign “Nights Like This” is an evocative testimony of heartbreak and betrayal by Kehlani, featuring Ty Dolla $ign. The song explores the harsh reality of unrequited love and the painful aftermath of a failed…

Released: 2013 • Features: Baauer, JAY-Z “Higher” by Just Blaze, featuring Baauer and JAY-Z, is an audio embodiment of supreme confidence and unyielding triumph. The recurring theme throughout the track hinges on the idea of not just excelling, but transcending…

Released: 2018 • Features: Lil Uzi Vert “Wasted” by Juice WRLD featuring Lil Uzi Vert is a gritty tale of love, drug use, and self-destruction. This introspective song captures the confusion and chaos of a turbulent relationship, where love is…

Released: 2020 • Features: Marshmello Just like a gut-punching emotional rollercoaster, “Come & Go” by Juice WRLD and Marshmello, takes us through the turbulence of Juice’s intimate struggles and victories. This lyrical journey reveals the duality of human nature and…

Released: 2022 • Features: Yasiin Bey “Stars” by JID feat. Yasiin Bey is a stage-by-stage tour of the artist’s struggles, dreams, and the realities of fame, exploring the tensions between artistic integrity, survival instinct, and the trappings of stardom. Anchored…

Released: 2018 “151 Rum” by JID is a chilling vignette of his violent, poverty-stricken upbringing in East Atlanta. The song’s high-energy, urgent delivery symbolizes the life-or-death stakes of his environment, while its cryptic, vivid lyricism unveils a narrative…

Released: 2021 At first glance, “Stranger” by Jhené Aiko projects an artist dissatisfied with repetitive encounters and moved by a desire for deeper human connection. It’s a smooth finger tap on the pulse of romantic monotony, where Aiko…

Released: 2013 • Features: Childish Gambino “Bed Peace” by Jhené Aiko, featuring Childish Gambino, is a vivid call to escape from the chaos of everyday life, focusing on the sensual sanctuary offered by an intimate relationship. The song pays homage…

Released: 2013 • Features: Kendrick Lamar “Stay Ready (What a Life)” by Jhené Aiko featuring Kendrick Lamar is a song that explores the idea of seizing the moment and embracing the deep connection between two souls. It emphasizes the impermanence…

Released: 2006 • Features: Common, “DAngelo” “So Far To Go” by J. Dilla featuring Common and D’Angelo is a lyrical exploration of intimacy, vulnerability, and the journey of a relationship. It’s an ode to the bright sparks and deep connections…

Released: 2006 “U-Love” by J Dilla is a testament to the power of simplicity. The Motor City maestro strips it down to the bare bones, spinning a narrative that’s light on words but heavy on sentiment. Dilla’s saying…

Released: 2021 • Features: 21 Savage, Morray “m y . l i f e” by J. Cole, featuring 21 Savage & Morray, is a gritty exploration of the pain, survival, and triumph that marks the journey through poverty, hustle, and…

Released: 2014 “Love Yourz” is a reflective masterpiece by J. Cole, stressing the importance of self-acceptance and contentment. Through intricate lyrics, Cole examines societal pressures, personal demons, and systemic struggles, ultimately arguing that happiness doesn’t come from materialism…

Released: 2011 • Features: Kendrick Lamar In the track “Hood Gone Love It” by Jay Rock, featuring the lyrical wizard Kendrick Lamar, the theme is characterized by a triumphal homecoming that encapsulates the diverse elements of the street culture they’ve…

Released: 2004 • Features: Fat Joe, Jadakiss The song “New York” by Ja Rule, featuring Fat Joe and Jadakiss, is a raw and unapologetic expression of their New York upbringing, with a narrative grounded in the gritty realities of the…

Released: 2002 • Features: Ashanti “Mesmerize” by Ja Rule featuring Ashanti is a flirty exchange between two lovers, exploring the chemistry, sexual tension, and affection between them. The narrative immerses us in their intimate moments, from playful banter to deep…

Released: 2004 • Features: R. Kelly, Ashanti “Wonderful” by Ja Rule, featuring R. Kelly and Ashanti, is a lyrical exploration of how fame, fortune, and materialism can affect relationships. At its core, this song addresses the age-old question: would you…

Released: 2004 “By Your Side” by Jadakiss is a stirring and powerful testament to loyalty, showing the grittier and grimier aspects of street life while humanizing the tough exterior presented to the world. The song paints a raw…

Released: 1999 “Movas & Shakers” by Inspectah Deck is a head-nodding anthem to the hustlers and the dreamers, those doing what they can to survive while holding on to their dreams of a better life. It also offers…

Released: 2003 “Who Got It” by Inspectah Deck, one of the lyrically sharpest members of the Wu-Tang Clan, is a bravado-filled affirmation of his lyrical prowess and status in the rap game. The song is a testament to…

Released: 2003 In “City High”, Inspectah Deck of the Wu-Tang Clan provides an in-depth and gritty narrative of life in the inner city. The song is a compelling portrayal of the struggle for success, the pursuit of wealth…

Released: 1994Features: Das EFXIce Cube’s “Check Yo Self” featuring Das EFX is a quintessential part of 90s gangsta rap that hands out an unambiguous message for self-restraint and the perils of recklessness. The lyrics spin a narrative that…

Released: 1993 “You Know How We Do It” by Ice Cube is a vibrant exhibit of the West Coast lifestyle, offering a glimpse into the world of hip hop in South Central Los Angeles. It’s about the hustle,…