Is This Rakim's Most Personal Song Ever?
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(sample No Doubt's "Don't Speak")
(You and me) You and me
(We used to be together) used to be
(Everyday together) everyday
(Always) always
You was there from the beginning all I had to do was to vibe In a race against millions where the loser die
No rules apply but you was my safe haven
At the end of the race waiting so I used your guide
I found heaven in you, you shared your life with me Gave me insight, way before the light hit me
It's more than just a bond cause we inseparable Even when they cut the cord on the umbilical
Never more than a moment away
You fixed whatever was wrong and always know what to say
The same way to my sisters and brothers
Always honest and showed me what unconditional love is
The voice of a goddess, and stars twinkle in your eyes
My heaven on earth or an angel in disguise
If you was here, I'd just hug and kiss you
Cause a million words can't explain how much I miss you
You and me
We used to be together
Everyday together
Always
I watched the lady shine and stay on the grind
While the world weighed heavy on a ladies mind
It was a crazy time
It's like the world stopped fast when pops passed in '89
Harder we cried the harder you cried too
My father kept your blue skies blue
It's hard to keep going, the harder you try too
At January 18th part of you died too
You tried to be stronger keep the fam together
You said we had to keep on and plan for better
While you smile with your open arms
It took awhile to die-tect your broken heart
You said it takes some time take it slow
But time will take it's toll and the stakes is high 'til the day you die
But I refused to accept eventually that I would have to say goodbye
You and me, We used to be together Everyday together, Always I really feel, that I'm losing my best friend I can't believe this could be, the end
I'm starting to see how short life is
Every second it get shorter but your heart get warmer
And you get stronger even when they said you need a transplant
And dialysis to live longer
It put us in fear, put us in tears
You still managed to live life to the fullest for years
Then things got complicated, they found a donut so they operated
A gift and a curse, it's a risk, will it work
And concerned, then things took a turn for the worse
And even if I'd seen the signs I doubt the actions
Nothing could prepare me for what was 'bout to happen
In the hospital, the 18th floor, vivid
July 18th, 2005, I can't forget it
Since that day, I'm forever numb
The end, the day I hoped would never come
You and me, We used to be together
Everyday together, Always
I really feel, that I'm losing my best friend
I can't believe this could be, the end
(You and me) You and me
(We used to be together) used to be
(Everyday together) everyday
(Always) always
You was there from the beginning all I had to do was to vibe In a race against millions where the loser die
No rules apply but you was my safe haven
At the end of the race waiting so I used your guide
I found heaven in you, you shared your life with me Gave me insight, way before the light hit me
It's more than just a bond cause we inseparable Even when they cut the cord on the umbilical
Never more than a moment away
You fixed whatever was wrong and always know what to say
The same way to my sisters and brothers
Always honest and showed me what unconditional love is
The voice of a goddess, and stars twinkle in your eyes
My heaven on earth or an angel in disguise
If you was here, I'd just hug and kiss you
Cause a million words can't explain how much I miss you
You and me
We used to be together
Everyday together
Always
I watched the lady shine and stay on the grind
While the world weighed heavy on a ladies mind
It was a crazy time
It's like the world stopped fast when pops passed in '89
Harder we cried the harder you cried too
My father kept your blue skies blue
It's hard to keep going, the harder you try too
At January 18th part of you died too
You tried to be stronger keep the fam together
You said we had to keep on and plan for better
While you smile with your open arms
It took awhile to die-tect your broken heart
You said it takes some time take it slow
But time will take it's toll and the stakes is high 'til the day you die
But I refused to accept eventually that I would have to say goodbye
You and me, We used to be together Everyday together, Always I really feel, that I'm losing my best friend I can't believe this could be, the end
I'm starting to see how short life is
Every second it get shorter but your heart get warmer
And you get stronger even when they said you need a transplant
And dialysis to live longer
It put us in fear, put us in tears
You still managed to live life to the fullest for years
Then things got complicated, they found a donut so they operated
A gift and a curse, it's a risk, will it work
And concerned, then things took a turn for the worse
And even if I'd seen the signs I doubt the actions
Nothing could prepare me for what was 'bout to happen
In the hospital, the 18th floor, vivid
July 18th, 2005, I can't forget it
Since that day, I'm forever numb
The end, the day I hoped would never come
You and me, We used to be together
Everyday together, Always
I really feel, that I'm losing my best friend
I can't believe this could be, the end
DJ Mart-Kos
All Star
I always wonder why it's only old songs that get sampled heavy.
This is a perfect example that music from any era can be sampled.
This is a perfect example that music from any era can be sampled.
Classic song, and true.
Song is very slept on, as is the album.
Wouldnt that be a question to ask Rakim? I mean he did write a song for God as well. Know one can answer such a question except for Rakim ........Song is sad by the way.
Yes, would be, but I mean from a fan's perspective.
Thats the thing tho...The song posted is to his mom...But like I said he dedicated a song to God with "Who Is God"....But he also gave listeners steps to opening the third eye on "In The Ghetto"........But then again he also dedicated a song to Soldiers fighting in unholy wars on "Casulaties Of War" Who the hell was "Mahogany"? She could have been his first real love or his wife. "Paid In Full" was song about transitioning from the struggle to being a succesful rapper..... All Of the mentioned songs sound like they come from a personal perspective.
I see what you're saying, but I think Who Is God is more of a philosophical song. I meant more in regards to his personal life, cause he didn't always go that deep with that. I was just wondering if anybody had any other choices where Ra did what he did on Dedicated on a personal level.
Are you familiar with the album?
im listening to it right now
I hope you enjoy it, I'm a big fan of that album personally, think it's highly underrated.