He explains that although he didn't write the lyrics or encourage Lamar to write "HiiiPoWeR", the content resulted from "years and years of me talking that shit that nobody wanna to hear, to him". "So Appalled" by Kanye West, Swizz Beatz and Jay-Z feat. Lamar cites this experience as what inspired him to write the song partly to continue the messages that Shakur tried to carry. Sample from Sixtoo-Duration Project Part 9. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Join Spectre on Patreon to get access to this post and more benefits. Them demons got me, I ain't prayed in some weeks, uhh Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. The opening seconds of the music video contain a glimpse of Malcolm X holding up three fingers as he speaks. Somebody told me them pirates had got lost [11], Kendrick Lamar makes multiple references to high-profile black activists of the 20th century, including Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, Marcus Garvey, and Fred Hampton. And she always told me pray for the weak, uhh HiiiPoWeR by Kendrick Lamar (2011) I'm So Raw by Tyga (2010) A Little Appalled by Kendrick Lamar (2010) see more. Visions of Martin Luther staring at me The samples using Kanye's work come from both a vocal and production tip. No, you don't have to have a lot of money. Everybody put three fingers in the air My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy Def Jam 2010. Chance The Rappers "So Good (Good Ass Intro)" takes the angelic vocals of Yeezys Freshmen Adjustment 2 Intro, creating a luring first track to Chances classic mixtape Acid Rap. Every day we fight the system Section 80, HiiiPoWeR What we're about to do is raise the level of expectations. Thoughts. HiiiPoWeR by Kendrick Lamar (2011) I'm So Raw by Tyga (2010) see more. I mean the shit is, Bobby Seale making meals Cause a riot, throw a Molotov Stand for something or die in the morning But you will be rich in mind and spirit. Cookie Notice And everything on TV just a figment of imagination While you motherfuckers waiting, I be off the slave ship They play musical chairs once I'm on that pedestal I'm falling victim to a revolutionary song You'd die from diabetes if these other niggas wrote it Who said a black man in the Illuminati? Plus I think he sounds like he's doing a killer Pusha T impression throughout the whole track. But I cant help but notice the influences on Kendricks sleeve here. Got our own pyramids, write our own hieroglyphs I swear I heard it on another track other than Kendrick Lamar's Hiiipower, but I can't find it. Privacy Policy. I don't want no plastic nation, (dread) that like a Haitian My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. He claims to have had a dream or hallucination in which Shakur came to him one night and said, "Keep doing what you're doing, don't let my music die." So Appalled. Last time I checked that was the biggest racist party With such a rich history in the game, Yeezus music has been redecorated in thousands of songs by all kinds of rappers. No morals, no standards. Frightening, so fucking frightening You need to enable JavaScript to use SoundCloud, Wait, this line was kinda reused on hiiipower lol (the one with five star dishes). I hear a lot of Kendrick fans praising the song and I get it its a good song. Track #16 on Art of The Freestyle: Crown Me hosted by Dj Far. it's well known that he was one of his kendricks biggest influences coming up. Genius is the ultimate source of music knowledge, created by scholars like you who share facts and insight about the songs and artists they love. For example: Five star dishes, food for thought, bitches I mean this shit is,, Champagne wishes, 30 white bitches I mean this shit is,. Sample from Kendrick Lamar-HiiiPoWeR. The video ends with Kendrick Lamar dousing himself in gasoline, and is cut off as he drops a match on himself. MY PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/spectre1SECTION 80 BUT IT'S JUST MY VOICE PREMIERES AT NOON: https://youtu.be/2HN9SdI9vycGotta say this one is beautifulA. [TOMT][2010s][SONG] "Frightening, so frightening" song (NOT KENDRICK'S HIIIPOWER) There's another song, probably also a rap song that has similar lyrics in similar flow, where "Frightening, so fucking frightening", or some thing very very similar is rapped. (Located right side on desktop, varies on mobile.). Pusha T, CyHi the Prynce and RZA. ", the drama it bring . By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Trying to be a fucking legend, the man of mankind But to celebrate his 43rd birthday today (June 8), XXL highlights the best of the best. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Kendrick Lamar, Hebert Stevens, Jermaine Cole. also i think hiiipower is a top 10 k dot . Kendrick Lamar 'HiiiPOWER' OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO, Kendrick Lamar - Cut You Off (To Grow Closer) (Overly Dedicated), "Kendrick Lamar Speaks On The Meaning Behind "HiiiPoWeR," Working With J. Cole", "Kendrick Lamar Recalls Having A Vision Of Tupac Shakur In His Sleep", "Ab-Soul Speaks On How He Inspired "HiiiPoWeR," Explains Black Lip Bastard Nickname", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=HiiiPoWeR&oldid=1113704407, Short description is different from Wikidata, Articles with MusicBrainz work identifiers, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 2 October 2022, at 21:27. "HiiiPoWer" Kendrick Lamar Original Song: Kanye West's "So Appalled" Featuring Jay-Z, Cyhi The Prynce, Pusha-T, Swizz Beatz and RZA "N.A.M.E" Tory Lanez Original Song: Alicia Keys' "You Don't. You don't have to be rich. JAY-Z, Pusha T, Prynce Cy Hi, Swizz Beatz & RZA). Dear Lord come save me, the Devil's working hard Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. While carrying a strong racial theme, the lyrics contain a mix of conspiracy theories about the government's involvement in famous murders, criticism of society, and encouragement to build the future. Trying to stay above water, that's why we shun the Navy Enough to drive a man insane, I need a license just to make our way, we been down for too long [TOMT][2010s][SONG] "Frightening, so frightening" song (NOT KENDRICK'S HIIIPOWER), Scan this QR code to download the app now. HiiiPoWeR Section 80 Top Dawg Entertainment 2011 Sample appears at 1:37 (and throughout) jump Download this Track Buy on Vinyl/CD Producer : J. Cole Kanye West, Swizz Beatz and Jay-Z feat. Sooner than later, rappers began ripping pages out of that book and started sampling Kanye's songs to make smashes of their own. . Discussion . Your Google-fu let you down? The reason Lauryn Hill don't sing, or Kurt Cobain Didn't even find out until now. He claims that many of these activists, specifically noting Black Panther Party's leaders Huey Newton and Bobby Seale, lived by the ideals of HiiiPoWeR. So Appalled (feat. Nigga, nothing less than HiiiPoWeR Use section headers above different song parts like [Verse], [Chorus], etc. On the Overly Dedicated album cut titled "Cut You Off (to Grow Closer)", Lamar delves more deeply into his philosophical views, and how the behavior of those around him affects him. what's the most "kanye west" song that kanye didn't work on? While the album itself garnered positive reviews (achieving a Metacritic score of 80[1] and an XL rating from XXL[2]), "HiiiPoWeR" also drew significant acclaim for its lyricism and depth. The song was produced by fellow American rapper J. Cole and features additional vocals from late American singer Alori Joh. Privacy Policy. [6], Lamar often connects the HiiiPoWeR movement back to Tupac Shakur, one of his biggest influences. For more information, please see our You can't resist his, HiiiPoWeR HipHopDX gave it the Verse of the Year award[3] and XXL called it "one of the finest tracks of the year".[2]. and our We stand for it as if it's a religion.[14]. The way we live. Five-star dishes, food for thought bitches So bare with us as we look at a Fedex-level of repackaged material. Read the rules and suggestions of this subreddit for tips on how to get the most out of TOMT. (Never liked the system) At the two uses of the word "racist" in the song, the video first shows an image of Sean Hannity and then an image of Bill O'Reilly. Pusha T, CyHi the Prynce and RZA sampled The Dark Knight. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. JAY-Z, Pusha T, Prynce Cy Hi, Swizz Beatz & RZA), Users who like So Appalled (feat. Stream So Appalled (feat. Throw your hands up for HiiiPoWeR made me wonder what other songs sound like kanye songs. Every day we fight the system "So Appalled" by Kanye West, Swizz Beatz and Jay-Z feat. On the track "Bitch, Don't Kill My Vibe" it is mentioned just briefly in the lyric "Three's in the air, I can see you are in sync". cause we been off them slave ships to kill, I'm standing on a field full of land mines Grown men never should bite their tongue Sample from, Type out all lyrics, even repeating song parts like the chorus, Lyrics should be broken down into individual lines. Back to put you backstabbers back on your spinal bone Essentially a quest for knowledge and wisdom of the body, mind and spirit. So get up off that slave ship [5] In an interview, Lamar claims that although it originated in Los Angeles, "HiiiPoWeR" is now "spreading like wildfire." If I see it how he seen it, that would make my parents happy No conspiracy, my fate is inevitable Building pyramids, writing my own hieroglyphs Additionally, towards the end of the song Kendrick Lamar shouts "Thug Life", which is both the name of the hip hop group that Shakur led, and the title of the aforementioned group's debut album, but more importantly it was Shakur's own respective movement. Original Song: Jay-Z and Kanye West's "Lift Off" Featuring Beyonc, Original Song:Kanye West's "Freshmen Adjustment 2 Intro" Featuring John Legend, Original Song: Kanye West's "So Appalled" Featuring Jay-Z, Cyhi The Prynce, Pusha-T, Swizz Beatz and RZA, Original Song: Alicia Keys' "You Don't Know My Name," Produced by Kanye West and Keys, Original Song: Monica's "Knock Knock," Produced by Kanye West, Original Song:Kanye West's "Family Business", Original Song: Kanye West's "We Major" Featuring Nas and Really Doe, Original Song: Kanye West's "School Spirit", Original Song: Kanye West's "We Don't Care", Original Song: Puff Daddy's "Fuck Y'all Niggaz," Produced by Kanye West, Original Song: Kanye West's "Livin' in a Movie", Original Song: 213's "Another Summer," Produced by Kanye West, Original Song: John Legend's "Heaven," Produced by Kanye West and John Legend, Original Song: Kanye West's "Fight With the Best" Featuring Rhymefest and Mikkey, Original Song: Kanye West's "Jesus Walks", Original Song: Kanye West's "Amazing" Featuring Young Jeezy, Original Song: Kanye West's "The New Work Out Plan", See Hip-Hop Album Titles You Always Wondered the Meanings of Defined. I mean the shit is, Fred Hampton on your campus You don't have to be rich. Thug life You can't resist his, HiiiPoWeR Frightening, so fucking frightening Pusha T, CyHi the Prynce and RZA (2010) Other songs that sampled Kendrick Lamar 's HiiiPoWeR: Hood Gone Love It by Jay Rock feat. Please download one of our supported browsers. I reviewed . I mean the shit is, Huey Newton going stupid Lamar continues, to explain that the three 'i's in the word "HiiiPoWeR" stand for heart, honor and respectthe three main things that people should have and live by. So Appalled. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Five-star dishes, food for thought bitches "HiiiPoWeR" is the lead single from the independent debut album Section.80 of American rapper and songwriter Kendrick Lamar. It wasn't the first album-length collection from Kendrick Lamar, but it was the first major statement. Just call the shit HiiiPoWeR You slipped your disc when I slid you my disc Big Seans Marvin and Chardonnay pays homage to the billionaire by incorporating Kanye's hit single Amazing. And Kanye has even gone back to sample himself on tracks like Good Life.. Enough to drive a man insane, a woman insane [7] The opening of the music video for "HiiiPoWeR" contains a typed paragraph mentioning this encounter. and our Kendrick Lamar Wiki is a FANDOM Music Community. and our how to stay on beat, because our life's an instrumental aiming it at a pig, Charlotte's Web is gonna miss you And I want everybody to view my autopsy He mentions Napoleon Hill (author of Think and Grow Rich) and decried the tearing-down of others that he observes keeping his acquaintances stuck in a negative mind state. No morals, no standards. [12], The music video for "HiiiPoWeR", is composed of a series of short clips and images and is heavily themed around riots. "HiiiPower" (also stylised as "HiiiPoWeR") is a song by American rapper Kendrick Lamar, released on April 12, 2011, as his debut single. Scan this QR code to download the app now. His lyrics also connect to the militancy of the Black Panthers by referencing cop-killing ("I got my finger on the mothafuckin' pistol/ Aiming it at a pig, Charlotte's web is gonna miss you"). HiiiPoWeR by Kendrick Lamar (2011) I'm So Raw by Tyga (2010) I'm So Cool by Bobby Creekwater (2010) Just call the shit HiiiPoWeR See it's known today that the human race is nothing. Malcolm X put a hex on my future, someone catch me Play over 320 million tracks for free on SoundCloud. [Alori Joh (Kendrick Lamar)] Just call the shit HiiiPoWeR Cookie Notice There's another song, probably also a rap song that has similar lyrics in similar flow, where "Frightening, so fucking frightening", or some thing very very similar is rapped. [11] The music video also includes an alleged picture of late hip hop legend Tupac Shakur's autopsy picture, and a picture of the car he was last seen in after he got shot.[11]. The first song released from Kendrick Lamars Section.80, HiiiPower talks of self enlightenment through reflection and active work. Listen to both songs on WhoSampled, the ultimate database of sampled music, cover songs and remixes. unless you eating pussy that smell like it's a stale plum is crazy, product of the late 80s HiiiPoWeR by Kendrick Lamar (2011) I'm So Raw by Tyga (2010) see more. To learn more, check out our transcription guide or visit our transcribers forum. Pusha T, CyHi the Prynce and RZA sampled Manfred Mann's Earth Band's "You Are - I Am". But that's alright, we was built to be strong Discussion. I just found out hiiipower by Kendrick has a So Appaled verse in it, Scan this QR code to download the app now. You can't resist his, HiiiPoWeR "5 star dishes food for thought bitches, I mean that shit is.. Fred Hampton on your campus." Cause 2012 might not be a fucking legend [Chorus] and our was listening to kendrick lamar's "hiii power" today and realized that it could have very easily been a kanye song; even if you excluded the "so appalled" part. Sample from Kanye West, Swizz Beatz & Jay-Z Ft. Pusha T, Cyphi Da Prynce & RZA-So Appalled. The video ends with Lamar dousing himself in gasoline and cuts off as he drops a lighten match upon himself. They wanna knock me off the edge like a fucking widow's peak, uhh Producers: Kanye West, No I.D., Mike Dean. [10], The song was created to further explain the HiiiPoWeR platform or the ideas driving it. Need help? Pusha T, CyHi the Prynce and RZA sampled Jay-Z feat. So you can see exactly where the government had shot me Wait, this line was kinda reused on hiiipower lol (the one with five star dishes) 2022-06-23T09:16:21Z Comment by Reece. When speaking on J. Cole's work on the song, Lamar said, "His production is crazy, man. HiiiPoWeR by Kendrick Lamar - Samples, Covers and Remixes | WhoSampled Submit Buy this Track HiiiPoWeR by Kendrick Lamar Section 80 Top Dawg Entertainment 2011 Producer: J. Cole Main genre: Hip-Hop / Rap / R&B 10 users contributed to this page Contains samples of 1 song So Appalled by Kanye West, Swizz Beatz and Jay-Z feat. Who said a black man in Illuminati? Happy Birthday, Ye. Pusha T, CyHi the Prynce and RZA So Appalled My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy Def Jam 2010 Sample appears at 1:28 jump Download this Track Buy on Vinyl/CD The song is Kendrick Lamar's first single, and samples "Simon Says" by Pharoahe Monch, "So Appalled" by Kanye West, and "Duration Project Part 9" by Sixtoo. Kendrick Lamar and his Black Hippy cohort Ab-Soul, describe "HiiiPoWeR" as a movement, adding that they treat it as if it were a religion. You wanted to diss, but jumped on my dick It describes two views of black life, and further develops the overall aesthetic of the HiiiPower mission. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Genius is the ultimate source of music knowledge, created by scholars like you who share facts and insight about the songs and artists they love. on the freeway to Africa till I wreck my Audi HiiiPoWeR by Kendrick Lamar (2011) Vocals / Lyrics Hip-Hop / Rap / R&B. I'm So Raw by Tyga (2010) Multiple Elements Last time I checked, we was racing with Marcus Garvey The way we live. [Kendrick Lamar] Or on So Appalled 5 star dishes, different exotic fishes which he turned into 5 star dishes, food for thought bitches on HiiiPower Reply andee510 Additional comment actions. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Using Kurt Cobain's suicide and Lauryn Hill's recent troubles as examples, he repeatedly states in the lyrics of the song that society pushes people to act in crazy or evil ways. JAY-Z, Pusha T, Prynce Cy Hi, Swizz Beatz & RZA), More tracks like So Appalled (feat. The flow is so similar to a classic Kanye style, especially the second verse. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Kendrick Lamar (2011) The Jig Is Up (Dump'n) by Kendrick Lamar (2012) Trapologist by Young Roddy and Nesby Phips (2012) Discussion Released in 2011. Also, he even almost directly quotes So Appalled: "five star dishes, dirty white bitches, I mean this shit is.." Edit: song name Cookie Notice Rick RossMy Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy 2010 UMG Recordings, Inc.Released. It constantly touches on racial subjects, figures and conspiracy theories of today and the past. That's crazy that "So Appalled" came out before "HiiiPoWeR." For some reason I thought it was the opposite Reply [deleted . Visions of Martin Luther staring at me "A Little Appalled" by Kendrick Lamar sampled Kanye West, Swizz Beatz and Jay-Z feat. The first time we locked in, he played about 10 beats. Sorry mama, I can't turn the other cheek Poverty is one of the largest issues plaguing those living in projects as referenced in Section 8(0) of the Housing Act of 1937. Pull your guns and play me, let's set it off [Chorus] "[4] The song includes vocals from American singer-songwriter Alori Joh, who at the time had been working extensively with members of the Top Dawg Entertainment roster. Sample from Pharoahe Monch-Simon Says. HiiiPoWeR Lyrics [Intro: Kendrick Lamar] Everybody put three fingers in the air The sky is falling, the wind is calling Stand for something or die in the morning Section.80, HiiiPoWeR [Verse 1:. [Chorus] You must be . The song is Kendrick Lamar's first single, and samples "Simon Says" by Pharoahe Monch, "So Appalled" by Kanye West, and "Duration Project Part 9" by Sixtoo. Last time I checked that was the biggest racist party But that's alright, na-na-nah Cookie Notice It includes clips of Lamar rapping to the song, news clips of riots and rebellions all over the world, and images of notable figures from history and the media. HiiiPoWeR Freestyle Lyrics [Verse 1: Chubby Jag] Poppa gone, momma crying I just want my daddy, I'm to young to know that momma trying She say that he coming back, but I know that my momma lying. maybe we can put together a playlist or something haha would be cool to have some non-rap/hip-hop songs listed as well!another song that reminded me kanye (yeezus era) is . At the end of the track, there is a short soliloquy: HiiiPower is the way we think. The video features Lamar in a warehouse rapping along to the song with clips of riots while also featuring a glimpse of activist Malcolm X holding up three fingers in the air as he speaks. Privacy Policy. There's also an old Kendrick freestyle of him rapping over so appalled too. Tory Lanezs N.A.M.E leans on the beat of Alicia Keys You Dont Know My Name, produced by Mr. West back in 2003. . JAY-Z, Pusha T, Prynce Cy Hi, Swizz Beatz & RZA), Users who reposted So Appalled (feat. On the official tracklist, the title is stylized as HiiiPoWeR. The second half of that can be separated into Po We R (Poor we are) which is a huge motif throughout the album. by Kanye West, Swizz Beatz and Jay-Z feat. cause it's our life, na-na-nah It is a response to the ever-increasing destructive nature of the culture in the US, both the mainstream culture and more importantly the hip hop culture, which some would say is wallowing at an all-time low since its birth in the 1970s. JAY-Z, Pusha T, Prynce Cy Hi, Swizz Beatz & RZA), Playlists containing So Appalled (feat. Some say it's big as a crew, some say its big as a gang. This is the place to get help. Privacy Policy. For more information, please see our The song contains samples and interpolations from Pharoahe Monch's "Simon Says" and Kanye West's "So Appalled", respectively. The first song released from Kendrick Lamar's Section.80, "HiiiPower" talks of self enlightenment through reflection and active work. Is your network connection unstable or browser outdated? loaded that clip and then said "Bang! Doing the moonwalk, hoping I blow up in time No, you don't have to have a lot of money. The Serengeti's clone [Kendrick Lamar] He probably clocking double shifts on all of his jobs Over two decades, the Chicago-bred rapperhas accumulated a big black book of hits, which of course, would go on to influence other artists who felt the impact of his music. . With the advantage of knowing how to flip and tumble a beat, Ye'sfoot in the door evolved into his own version of Shawn Michaels' Sweet Chin Music. Released in 2011. See it's known today that the human race is nothing. Also notable in the video is the common use of images of police brutality. Kendrick Lamar had mentioned that when he and J. Cole were creating "HiiiPoWeR" (which marks their first collaboration), he sat in for about 25 mixes of the song. Nigga, nothing less than HiiiPoWeR [12] Holding up three fingers is often used as a symbol for the song and HiiiPower movement (when performing the song live, Lamar sometimes has the audience put three fingers in the air). The sky is falling, the wind is calling " HiiiPoWeR " is the lead single from the independent debut album Section.80 of American rapper and songwriter Kendrick Lamar. Plus I think he sounds like hes doing a killer Pusha T impression throughout the whole track. It just seems blatant there. To learn more, check out our transcription guide or visit our transcribers forum. Kanye Wests sample game has by far been the most important staple of his career since the very beginning. [13] An image in the second half of the music video shows a crowd of people holding up three fingers in the air. Use section headers above different song parts like [Verse], [Chorus], etc. But you will be rich in mind and spirit. Your current browser isn't compatible with SoundCloud. Build your own pyramids, write your own hieroglyphs . As described at the end of Cut You Off (To Grow Closer) (From his mixtape, O.D. [Chorus: Kanye West] Uh, put your hands to the constellations The way you look should be a sin, you my sensation I know I'm preachin' to the congregation We love Jesus, but you done learned a lot. [Kendrick Lamar] Cover versions of . Malcolm X put a hex on my future, someone catch me, Back to put you backstabbers back on your spinal bone, You slipped your disc when I slid you my disc, Unless you eatin' pussy that smell like it's a stale plum, I got my finger on the motherfuckin' pistol, How to stay on beat, because our life's an instrumental, This is physical and mental, I won't sugarcoat it, And everything on TV just a figment of imagination, While you motherfuckers waiting, I be off the slave ship, Five-star dishes, food for thought, bitches, Huey Newton going stupid, you can't resist his, If I see it how he seen it, that would make my parents happy, Sorry, mama, I can't turn the other cheek, They wanna knock me off the edge like a fuckin' widow's peak, uh, Them demons got me, I ain't prayed in some weeks, uh, Dear Lord, come save me, the devil's working hard, Enough to drive a man insane, I need a license to kill, 'Cause 2012 might not be a fuckin' legend, Tryna be a fuckin' legend, the man of mankind, Bobby Seale makin' meals, you can't resist his, Last time I checked, we was racin' with Marcus Garvey, They play musical chairs once I'm on that pedestal, Tryna stay above water, that's why we shun the Navy, Somebody told me them pirates had got lost, Got our own pyramids, write our own hieroglyphs, Fred Hampton on your campus, you can't resist his, The first song released from Kendrick Lamars Section.80, HiiiPower talks of self enlightenment through reflection and active work.
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