Pedigree
Thoroughbred Rhymes: Unveiling the Essence of Brother Ali's Pedigree
Lyrics
One behind the next in line
Emphasizing a sequential order of individuals.
It's inspection time let me check your design
Time for examination, evaluating one's qualities.
Your pedigree don't hold up next to mine
Comparing pedigrees, asserting superiority.
I'm a thouroughbred of the most excellent kind
Identifying oneself as a top-notch breed.
Brother Ali and who's asking
Introducing Brother Ali and seeking inquiry.
The text book definition of brute passion
Defining as a passionate force through textbooks.
The future, the past, a true champion is born
Champion described as a timeless entity.
Never made and that's a label you can't pretend
Asserting uniqueness, cannot be artificially created.
I think better outside of the box
Thinking creatively, beyond conventional limits.
I rhyme better outside of the booth
Stating proficiency extends beyond the recording booth.
There's no hiding the truth, I'm the genuine positive proof
Undeniable truth and evidence of genuine talent.
I buck shots through the roof set the hostages loose, shoo
Metaphorical action of breaking free, asserting power.
One might got to give real a minute
Giving respect to genuine individuals takes time.
But it will recognise A alike once the beat finish
Recognition comes after completion, post-challenge.
Bleak grimacing winters led him to seek vengeance
Harsh experiences lead to a quest for retribution.
With every bit the mistique of a street menace
Posessing the mystique of a street-savvy character.
Self appointed judge with power vested
Self-appointed authority with influence.
To hand down sentances from bus stop benches
Issuing judgments from unconventional places.
He's relentless with his it's just in his spirit
Relentless nature ingrained in one's spirit.
You don't want to read about it fool you want to feel it
Advocating for a visceral, experiential understanding.
Shit happens but I'm calm in a shit storm
Remaining calm amidst challenges.
Its just normal, what you think I balled up a fist for?
Questioning the need for aggression.
They probably thought I was born yesterday right
Challenging assumptions about one's experience.
Well mother fucker I stayed up all night
Highlighting dedication and vigilance.
Hit me hard like huh
Expression of resilience in the face of adversity.
Oh the flow gon' cold cock you
Anticipating a powerful impact on the listener.
You a born bitch local showboating imposter
Labeling others as impostors and showoffs.
I'm a known credited stone ghetto philosopher
Identifying oneself as a recognized, deep thinker.
I think very deeply, I aspire to be free
Expressing a desire for intellectual freedom.
Read through these credentials of mine
Proudly presenting one's credentials.
I'm exquisite and only get better with time
Emphasizing excellence that improves with time.
And not yet in my prime
Asserting vitality and continuous growth.
I age like wine and got a good goddamn head at the end of my spine
Metaphorically aging gracefully, maintaining wisdom.
Plus I live outside of those confines
Living beyond societal limitations.
Meaning my expression is yet to be defined
Emphasizing evolving, undefined expression.
Ya'll will never try putting ribbons in the sky
Challenging conventional, limiting aspirations.
You would hit your head on that rooty-poot box you live inside
Criticizing a narrow, confined perspective.
What you gon' do when the well runs dry
Questioning preparedness for adversity.
Human beings grown images just get old
Reflecting on the inevitability of aging.
So when we get old you gon' be out in the cold
Warning against neglecting genuine connections.
And I'ma still keep chasing what I'm owed
Continuing pursuit of what is deserved.
Take a breath to check the Pedigree
Encouraging a moment of reflection on one's heritage.
Check the Pedigree
Reiterating the importance of assessing one's background.
To check the Pedigree...
Emphasizing the need for ongoing self-reflection.
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