If you hate rejection, don't try to score The album is broken down track-by-track by MC Lyte in … She was 16-years-old when “I Cram To Understand U” was pressed up by her stepfather, Although young, the lyrics came from her own life experience. Imagine, I’ve been an artist since I was 16. Yeah, we have nothing parallel. We perform all the time so there’s not much that we need to brush up on. I Cram To Understand. Lyte Thee MC. Complete your MC Lyte collection. We’re in our forties! This is the arena like no other, the genre where you have to say you’re the best, mean it and believe it, and, sometimes, you’ll be tested. Both Cardi and Nicki have used their platforms to tell the youth to vote. (repeat 4X to fade), You can’t talk about this 1988 track without also discussing it in the context of its video, where Lyte not only stylistically rips her competition but portrays herself as a strong Black leader. (repeat 2X) I started writing in that book probably about when I was 12 or 13. A philanthropist who has presented almost $900,000 in scholarships over the past seven years, an actress on Power, Queen of the South, SWAT, and more, MC LYTE is ONLY female solo hip hop artist to receive the BET I Am Hip Hop ICON Award. He is. The lyrics were in a rhyme book for several years prior to getting to the studio. But in reality, they're locked in I am working on this project now with Warren Campbell, and he and I have been friends for a really long time. In a 2011 interview with VIBE, MC Lyte said: My mother used to work at North General Hospital in Harlem. I am the Lyte "a-a-a-a-a-a-as-as-a-rock" L-Y, L-L-Y-T-E (She would turn 18 a couple of weeks later.) Woman pride at its best, I am the Lyte "a-a-a-a-a-a-as-as-a-rock" L-Y, L-L-Y-T-E, Do you understand the metaphoric phrase 'Lyte as a Rock? You smile, you wink, you big fake flake Both discs are considered to be the finest of the rapper's career, especially her sophomore effort, which spawned the hit single "Cha Cha Cha" (peaking at number one on the rap charts) and the anti-violence track "Cappucino." “I Cram To Understand U” ended up being the first single for Lyte as a Rock, which was released two years later when MC Lyte was only 17. (repeat 2X) sort by album sort by song. Once again I'll state that I can't be stopped The year the album was released, 1988, is seen as hip-hop’s zenith: within a six month period, Strictly Business, Long Live the Kane, It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back,  Follow the Leader, Straight Outta Compton, The Great Adventures of Slick Rick, and Straight out the Jungle all dropped. You ain't got what it takes (repeat 4X) Absolutely not, and there are ways that I imagine beefs can be worked out. We’re in a different space and time in our lives, and Cardi is young. Vervollständigen Sie Ihre MC Lyte-Sammlung. I am the Lyte "a-a-a-a-a-a-as-as-a-rock" L-Y, L-L-Y-T-E When I look at all the albums that were released that year alone, it was just like a birthing of a new type of hip-hop. ', Yes my brother, but I would consider 'Lyte as a Rock', And now... directly from the planet of Brooklyn, Get out my face, don't wanna hear no more, Lyte as a Rock, or I should say a boulder, Never shall I be an emcee, called a wannabe, I'm a slave, I'm a slave, I'm a slave to the rhythm, I Am the Lyte by MC Lyte (Ft. Grand Puba). (repeat 2X) Still, we know her first and arguably foremost as the shorty with the fire lyrics and fiery persona who took no mess and was “capable of painting a bazillion raps.” Lyte as a Rock helped highlight an era. Hear the rhyme by someone else and you know they bit I’m going to answer it by saying: yes, I would give a cease and desist letter. He has such a great tapestry of music throughout the years and I am a huge fan. Like, it’s nothing to play with, and you have to be ready to see you, because really, your mate is a reflection of who you are, and you’re extremely lucky if you find someone that you love and trust to show you YOU. There’s nothing similar in our thinking or approach. I think today there would just be so much competition and it might get swallowed up in all of the melee. I think they’ve come to their own resolution, which is good, because I would imagine that that’s the most truthful place for them to come from. I’d leave it back in 1988. Featured peformers: Milk (engineer), Dan Sheehan (engineer), Gary Clugston (engineer), Phil DeMartino (engineer), Shlomo Sonnenfeld (engineer), Yoram Vazan (engineer), … As Lyte as a Rock All in the way, just little obstacles A queen during Ancient Egypt. [31] [32] [33] During that time she also had her own dancers, Leg One and Leg Two, who performed with her both in shows and in music videos. Never shall I be an emcee, called a wannabe So when I say it, this is what I mean On the track, Lyte starts a relationship with a boy from her neighborhood named Sam. [MC Lyte] Slave 2 The Rhythm. Me, heavy? We had all listened so everyone before us, and it was just our turn, and we came and came so differently, so unique in our own space. I can do something different about it, and that’s the great thing about being an artist and having music. MC Lyte ‎– Lyte As A Rock Label: First Priority Music ‎– 7 90905-2, Atlantic ‎– 7 90905-2, Atlantic ‎– 90905-2 I show stability, potential and strength View credits, reviews, tracks and shop for the 1988 Vinyl release of "Lyte As A Rock" on Discogs. [Hook] MC Lyte, eigentlich Lana Michele Moorer, (* 11. [Hook] [King of Chill] As far as how it plays on music, I just think, in general, my life has changed so immensely, and there’s a consciousness that exists far beyond what it is that I could’ve imagined when I even made Lyte as a Rock or Eyes Are the Soul or Act Like You Know. Get notified about exclusive offers every week! Bars around the audience, sort of like a cage READ: How The Notorious B.I.G.’s Ready To Die Shattered the Myth of Senseless Violence in Street Rap, Despite releasing amongst that murderous row, Lyte as a Rock was still able to become a landmark album for hip-hop. However, she’s not alone. Do I think that it should come to that? So I’m spoiled. She soon suspects Sam is cheating on her. Rolling down your neck, pounding on your shoulders Genres: East Coast Hip Hop, Hardcore Hip Hop. The World Ultimate, I'm here to take the title And then as a Black Panther head during the Black Power era. Never underestimate Lyte the Emcee; I am a rapper who is here Throwin' Words At U. She also showcased a keen knack for storytelling – an adept ability to build tension. (On “10% Diss” she viciously went after Antoinette for taking the kicks and snares from Audio Two’s “Top Billin’:” “Beat biter, dope style taker Tell you to your face you ain’t nothing but a faker.”). The thing is, we can ask the same of all of the guys that have gotten into altercations where people have actually jumped up on the stage and punched somebody in the face while they’re performing. I am the Lyte, L-Y-T-E MC Lyte Likes Swingin' 10% Dis. 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I was always told when you see someone acting like that, look at what all of that anger is going towards. I just want to keep it all in perspective in terms of what we expect from people at the level of where they are. Three weeks ago I had an hour conversation with Antoinette on the phone, and we got to a deeper understanding of how we even got there. It’s like really been a tumultuous circumstance in terms of violence that has existed in this particular genre. Cause yo, I am as Lyte, as, Rock! Now get this, I'm at a jam and I'm rockin it MC Lyte’s first album, and notice the strategy she uses for the cover: if you don’t already know who she is, you might not even realize this album is by a woman. Party people are you ready, jam if you will As far as their beef, you know, I beefed. To make the things the way they're meant to be It’s the first solo rap album to be released by a female rapper. I am the Lyte "a-a-a-a-a-a-as-as-a-rock" L-Y, L-L-Y-T-E Samantha Hunter resides in Westchester, New York and has written entertainment and lifestyle features for Essence, SoulBounce, Inspirer, Haute d’ Vie, Black Westchester, DELUX, and VH1.com. And I'd like to say whassup to my producer King of Chill There are Hip-Hop leaders, this you know And then as far as acting, I just did something with Justin Simien, a new movie that he has called Bad Hair. Survival Of The Fittest … MC Lyte, Actress: Girls Trip. If a rap can paint a thousand words then I can paint a million MC Lyte's DJ since the start of her career, DJ K-Rock, is a cousin, Kennith Moorer; aside from a break in 1992, the two have toured consistently to the present. It just wrapped a couple of months ago, so I imagine it will be out sometime next year. Milk turn up the bass, and Rock adjust the levels Must I say it again? Suckers out of my way, we're not on the same wavelength Her family and friends say she’s always going somewhere, but you can find her on Instagram at @Sapodillic. Chew em up, spit em out, just like popsicles But it was the year that I turned 18. And now... directly from the planet of Brooklyn Lyte as a Rock, or I should say a boulder As Lyte as a Rock Guys watch, even some of girls clock Step back, it ain't that type of party No reply if you ain't somebody Get out my face, don't wanna hear no more If you hate rejection, don't try to score First base? Yeah, I’d rather keep it in right there in ’88. [MC Lyte] Must I say it again, I said it before Move out the way when I'm comin through the door Me, heavy? [Hook] Married life is definitely for grownups. Lyte as a Rock, an Album by MC Lyte. You can’t look at clap at what it is that she’s done thus far and get mad because she did that when she was pushed to a breaking point. MC Lyte spoke with us about the impact of Lyte as a Rock, beef between Cardi B and Nicki Minaj, and her own legendary battles. On the other hand, you are weak and unruly I hadn’t experienced enough to know spiritually the vibration that exists and how I was tapping into something, but now seeing that I want to bring about a different result and a different type of energy. [Hook] I’m used to doing things my way, how I want it, all of that. [MC Lyte] I had several beefs coming up in hip-hop. In a 2011, “I Cram To Understand U” ended up being the first single for. [Hook] So to see lyrics that I had written prior be appreciated in such a way, you know, there’s nothing like it. You're so pathetic you make my stomach turn On Friday, November 30th, Lyte will celebrate the 30-year anniversary of the legendary album by giving a special one night only performance at the Sony Hall Theater in New York City. Buttons were pushed, and that’s the result. Yes my brother, but I would consider 'Lyte as a Rock' However, it is going to be great for me being in New York City, my hometown. Lyte as a Rock is the debut album of American rapper MC Lyte, released on September 13, 1988 by First Priority Music.. [Hook] No reply if you ain't somebody You know what I'm saying King? Could never be a spy, cause you're just a plain stoolie Watch the music video and discover trivia about this classic Pop song now. No! K-Rock is still my DJ. Whenever I would go there would be a slew of heroin and crack addicts and everybody there at the rehabilitation center that was a couple of floors down. Released in 1988 on First Priority (catalog no. I am the Lyte "a-a-a-a-a-a-as-as-a-rock" L-Y, L-L-Y-T-E Get out my face, don't wanna hear no more Discover releases, reviews, credits, songs, and more about MC Lyte - Lyte As A Rock at Discogs. So it feels good to be a part of that. I also did another movie with Malinda Williams called Last Exit. But I am hoping that beyond just them now calling a truce that they’re able to turn around and actually get along. [MC Lyte] Must I say it again? There is an understanding that when you come into hip-hop, it’s free game. By the tone of my voice, you can tell I am a scholar Leading up to the show, Okayplayer was able to speak with MC Lyte about the making of the album; its impact and relevance 30 years later; her thoughts on the beef between Cardi B and Nicki Minaj; and her own legendary battles with Antoinette and Roxanne Shante. I'm also the leader of the hip-hop followers I Am Woman. [Hook] Oktober 1971 in Queens, New York City, New York) ist eine US-amerikanische Rapperin und Schauspielerin. It’s amazing, and the process by which he makes music is just very different from anything that I’ve experienced before. The song appeared the following year on Lyte’s debut full-length, Lyte As a Rock, which is chock-full of classic songs.. Remi is my sister, and so to see her take a stand is outstanding. She’s been praised for being who she is, and that’s off the cuff, and that’s saying whatever she feels. First of all, I am just elated that Lyte as a Rock has been able to stay around and be such a part of “The Golden Era” of hip-hop. But I got rid of those who, tried to rock me (repeat 3X) Well, interestingly enough, I think they’ve come to a place where it’s quieted down. The song, which was produced by Audio Two – Milk Dee is Lyte’s half-brother – is one of the greatest debut performances of all time. MC Lyte would go on to have a long career in hip-hop, one that would transcend music and expand into other areas of entertainment. Lesen Sie Rezensionen und informieren Sie sich über beteiligte Personen. She was 16-years-old when “I Cram To Understand U” was pressed up by her stepfather Nat Robinson’s label Priority Records in 1986; she was only 12 when she first wrote the song. Lyte as a Rock, an Album by MC Lyte. 7 90905-2; CD). In 1998, the album was listed in The Source's 100 Best Rap Albums. MC Lyte ‎– Lyte As A Rock Label: First Priority Music ‎– 7 90905-1, Atlantic ‎– 7 90905-1, Atlantic ‎– 90905-1 MC Lyte's debut full-length, Lyte As a Rock, surfaced in 1988, while a follow-up, Eyes on This, followed a year later. Step back, it ain't that type of party released in 1988. In 1997 the #70 song in the charts was Cold Rock a Party by MC Lyte. Find album reviews, stream songs, credits and award information for Lyte as a Rock - MC Lyte on AllMusic - 1988 - In the earliest years of the hip-hop game, women… I just think it’s a learning curve for a whole lot of people because there were a lot of people in waiting and then here comes Cardi, and it’s like, “Whoa! Yes I am a Rock and you are just a pebble It’s sometimes hard for people to make space for other people. I would have to come into contact with these addicts and I would think, ‘Wow, what a jacked up way to be.’ I would never want that for myself or any other young person that I knew so I was going to make it my responsibility to tell people about drugs so that they could avoid them at all cost. I mean, you can change your mind about how you want to present something, and either your fans will move with you or they’ll drop off and you’ll acquire new ones. [MC Lyte] [Milk] Mitte der 1980er Jahre, einer Zeit, in der Hip-Hop ausschließlich von Männern dominiert wurde, entdeckte Lana Moorer ihr Rap-Talent. Bewertung 0.0, . Kickin' 4 Brooklyn. Def rhymes on the microphone is what I'm givin Despite that, it has had a very good evaluation by critics since its publication and it is considered one of the best and most important rap albums, both in the 1980s and in history. MC Lyte Lyrics. Wait, Lyte is capable of painting a bazillion raps album: "Eyes On This" (1989) Cha Cha Cha. 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