Keep It Going
Eternal Fire: 9th Wonder and Buckshot's Timeless Anthem
Lyrics
We keep it going
We maintain our momentum and persistence.
Day and night, night and day
Consistently, around the clock, without interruption.
They all left cause Buck came, right away
Others departed immediately when Buck arrived.
Take a breath, who rep, how to play
Pause, represent, understand how to navigate the game.
You might be the best, but not today
You may be skilled, but not today; acknowledging competition.
I’m on fire
Expressing confidence and intensity.
The number one indie provider
Claiming the top position as an independent (indie) artist.
Set it off whenever we inside her
Starting something significant whenever present.
In place of my face, you see a rider
Identifying oneself as a fearless rider.
Underground like collider
Operating in an underground, not mainstream, manner.
A lotta people thought I was a fluke
Addressing skepticism about one's success.
Cause I had a backpack and some Timberland boots
Referencing stereotypes associated with appearance.
But the trees still stand
Despite challenges, enduring and standing tall.
These real fans stuck by me like a mommy saying, “He still can”
Grateful for loyal fans who believe in continued potential.
Any time you think of my son, think of a tan
Associating one's image with a tan, leaving a lasting impression.
Cause he will leave a mark like my name bue can
Leaving a significant impact similar to a prominent name.
Damn I ain’t never seen niggas stop
Reflecting on the rarity of seeing individuals halt.
But I seen Buck moving in the all-green drop
Observing Buckshot making moves in a distinctive vehicle.
And the cops on the chase like, he’s full of Scotch
Police pursuing, recognizing the attention attracted.
And my block know that Buckshot hustle for the guap
Community aware of Buckshot's pursuit of wealth.
But I won’t do a dance like the Hustle or the Wop
Declining to engage in popular dances, focusing on substance.
I’ll take it back like classic rock
Reverting to a style reminiscent of classic rock.
I’m Buckshot
Asserting identity as Buckshot.
I know why y’all always hiding the truth like a wire
Questioning the motives behind concealing the truth.
Cause I got a grip on the game -- pliers
Having a strong influence on the game, like pliers gripping.
You lie around so much, you just a liar
Accusing others of frequent dishonesty, labeling them liars.
I’m a tire, I roll out of control, low in the hole
Describing oneself as a force that cannot be easily contained.
We back, we crack like open toes
Returning with strength, comparing to the resilience of toes.
I suppose I should pose for the cam
Considering posing for attention, acknowledging classic status.
But Buck’s so classic, my flow’s Pac-Man
Comparing flow to the iconic video game character Pac-Man.
Now, me and 9th is, um, at it again
Teaming up with 9th Wonder for another collaboration.
Soon as I’m off the plane, I grab my pad and my pen
Immediately getting back to creative work after arriving.
And I go in like doors with no locks
Approaching challenges fearlessly, like doors without locks.
See my nigga Sean P Decept, no Go-Bots
Acknowledging Sean P Decept and the realness of their art.
I expect y’all to show props
Expecting and deserving recognition from the audience.
Show no props, at a show you won’t cop
Not receiving acknowledgment or support at performances.
None of these
Dismissing the value of other emcees.
Every one of these emcees keep going like a old pair of dungarees
Comparing emcees to old, persistent, and worn-out clothing.
Ho, please I’m tired of pop
Expressing weariness of mainstream/popular music.
Lady Gaga hip-hop, her name Buckshot
Rejecting the association of hip-hop with mainstream pop culture.
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