This woman has far surpassed the stages of an artist's career who must entertain. She is, and always has been, a messenger. Now, she has fully embraced being a messenger. If you want to be entertained, then make your own music. Until then, listen to the words. She is not just saying word after word, she is speaking full sentences. The eyes and ears are useless if the mind is blind. She doesn't need it to be a hit, Ms. Hill is hitting subconscious souls and ultimately awaking them. We have gotten into this bad habit of thinking hip-hop is all entertainment, it is awareness.
Justice Kimmons Absolutely! She reached the level of mastery over 20 years ago. She’s now creating the blueprint for the next generations to come. Nobody’s messing with her...male or female! 👑 and she’s coming back!
@TrashPanda Raccoon I understand why you might think that. Not everyone can understand what she is saying here. It's so powerful and lauryn delivers so much information so quickly it is indeed overwhelming to the naked ear. So close to the truth it is a lot to take. Personally I think this recording is extraordinary.... lyrically vocally conceptually musically. Like a machine gun of justice for all of the selective blindness of crimes of our times.
Top 5 for sure!!! Along with Andre 3000, Mos Def, Jay Electronica & Black Thought!!! Kanye and Pac are up there as well on my greatest list. and Kendrick & Cole. So many great emcee's!!!
For those who don't understand why she's rapping fast: Notice in the beginning she says "consumerism running through em like a tumor in em". In that line she was referring to cancer, and malignant tumors spreads fast through out your body until you're dead. She saying all these things are running through us, and we're being programmed so rapidly. With her tempo she is giving us the illusion of the cancerous malignant tumor spreading through our bodies.
oooh yeees okay i get it. and what she is describing is the side effects of consumerism. it reminds me of the side effects of a drug cermercial. "they need the medication now". ooo :O i never saw it like this but i get it. its also good for a mad rap, like shes blowing off steam or somthing. and she has every right to =p
THANK YOU!!!!! This song is GENIUS in all aspects! People are saying the rap is sloppy because it's fast and slightly off beat. What I hear while listening to this is exactly how you described. Why should she have to slow it down or "dumb" it down for it to be commercially accepted. True and CREATIVE artistry is all about taking risks lyrically and musically, to which she clearly did. The theme of this song (and title) "consumerism" is well constructed all the way down to the extremely fast tempo.
She's misunderstood by a lot of people because most of society is blind to the concepts she speaks about....she's purely amazing! I would love to meet her!
I agree with you pamador89. She is misunderstood cos most of society has been blinded by unbridled consumerism and commercialism" Now she is my heroine too'
Many people didn't even take much from Doo Wop but the beat and singing, but the words were just tunes, so this isn't even an after thought. Also ask these years later the views never moved an inch, the other song also same amount of views 24k. Fuck UA-cam.
This is flying over some people's heads...for the artistically adept people who knows why she is rapping in such an erratic style and still don't like this and feel that it's too pretentious for their tastes, that's totally okay too, at least you understand...but for the people that don't get it and dislike it, she is speaking this way as a reflection of our fast-paced society and materialistic possessiveness.
I think she is one of the most talented singers and rappers ever and this is truly a very interesting song. I also think she is using her fame in a good way, because she is trying to question our messed up, narcissistic era and send a message to the world of today.
This woman is a spiritually gifted godsend. I have LOVED her and her music from the day she popped up on the scene in Sister Act and I still love her! We need to let down the veil and truly listen to her insightful truth. Talent like this that's so connected to the universal source comes along once in our life time. I employ the youth to stop, step back and truly listen and learn so that your minds can be set free to embrace the truth to make better life choices. ONE SOURCE & LOVE.
You can't be defined as a heed due to folks who came from the other train and work backwards and call money fake as a check that came from the same line you see. Wowed
Looking at some of these comments, I really don't have to defend the artistic cleverness of this song, however, the people calling this song garbage and those who apparently like the song but feel it should be slower so people can hear the words...what song don't you have to look up the lyrics to? Also, I think there's more of a vocabulary issue versus comprehension. I guess I would think a song is garbage too, if I didn't know what majority of the words meant. Perhaps some of y'all should listen to Barney sing the A,B,C's...
***** That's kind of harsh, coming from someone who has ADHD(not just saying that, had it diagnosed) and I really appreciate this kind of music. Off put around the beginning, but as I got used to the speed(most rappers don't start rapping at the very first second add onto that that Lauryn is switching between 2 time signatures, it's pretty obvious how 85% of people cannot comprehend) right around 1:00 . After that, it was gold to me. Then I re-listened to it(now used to the timing and speed) and now it sounds like platinum material, like platinum placks status. So much symbolism thrown at us, to describe the negativity, useless energy only useful to the enemy, they integrate into our psyche, influence our genetic memory, changing our cellular chemistry. This is the epitome of it.
First time ever hearing this.... Her voice.... Sounds older.. Stronger more focused... If She still had her dreads.. She would be the lyrical "Michone".. She is not an entertainer.. I get it now... She evolved into a "Messenger" she is not to be in the spotlight anymore....
When I lost my mind due to ego death this song was insane bruh. This is the raw truth our culture denies, but I smile with my heart knowing she sees it. She is brilliant in a way most people don't understand.
Powerful knowledge, wisdom, and teachings. Only the chosen ones understand the spiritual warfare besets today system. Sister Hill keep pushing the message!
Before you dislike this song, read the lyrics, it is not song I would put on my phone and listen to everyday as it is not entertainment music for me. It is a message that you have to read and understand. Real Talk. We cant change the world unless w change ourselves. RIP BIG.
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POWERFUL LYRICS!!!!! READ IF YOU CAN'T KEEP UP WITH HER RAP!!! Consumerism running through them like a tumor in 'em Ageism, sexism, racism, chauvinism Capitalism running through them like the rumour business Separatism, skepticism, modernism, atheism Television running through them like an organism Mechanism, despotism, poisoning the ecosystem Satanism running through them like a politician Hedonism, hypocrism, nihilism, narcissism Egotism running through them, need an exorcism Situation, heathenism, adversary demonism To fix forms of religious spontaneity's a bad decision Catholicism, Darwinism, barbarism, formalism European fetishisms, terrorism running through them on their television Introversion, extra prison tolerance for bad decisions Exploitative be the saviour to correct the system/paranoia Skepticism, schizophrenic, masochism Escapism running through them need a sedative Medication, complication, devastation negative I say devastation negative Modernism has created modern prisons Neo-McCarthyisms, new colonialisms Pessimism mess they is in Hoodooism, hypnotism, egoism, realism, humanism, legalism Mysticism makes decisions from a purer prism Magnetism, pragmatism, altruism, pacifism/idealism Actualism, rehabilitation-ism, otracism, skepticism Small fish ball for recognition oppressor and oppres condition Sex, addiction, next suspicion, vexed, conflict and secularism See, people need to villainize to offset disdain for their lives Ugly human, ugly shame, corporate greed in Jesus' name Anarchism, self-delusions Victims leave with no solutions Impositions, superstitions, violence and contradictions False pretense and no convictions Compromised commercialism I said compromised commercialism Worth and vision, work for wisdom Full electromagnetism Who comes first is first position Rap's been missing you've been listening Watch the empress bless the system Paganism, false religion, plagiarism, broken system Euphemism unforgiven Inhibition, prohibition, disconnection Broken wisdom, broken cistern can't hold wisdom This town needs an exorcism Egotism, egotism, egotism, egotism, egotism, egotism, egotism, egotism Alcoholism, fascism, rationalism, national tension Journalism gone gestapoism poporazzo-ism As the world turns in isms Trust eroticism, social drugs, narcotics in them Cult existence, superstition Ritual materialisms, serial isms Habitual inferior vision Consumerism [Hook] He is, he is Set to, set to Self-destruct, self-destruct He is, he is Too cool, too cool To be true [Verse 2] Listen Consumerism running through them like a tumor in 'em Separatism, skepticism, desperation, nepotism Capitalism running through the Montezuma in em Ageism, sexism, racism, fascism Television running through 'em like an organism Hedonism, egoism, systematic narcissism To empty religious spontaneity is anarchism Social Darwinism, barbarism, modern paganism Major schizism, division, ethnoplagiarism Selfish business decision, greedy reductionism Obstruction of the justice, occupation victimizationism Brainwashing, mind control, synthetic stimulation in them Time control mutilating the soul for a business decision Help the people cope sell 'em dope from a new trope Synthetic hope, life spent walking on a tightrope Infantile masturbation, juvenile, no education Mental castration, a generation forced to labor for a nation Lock the means production down, price reduction down Inflation and corruption need the medication now1 They need the medication now! Corporate production in a state of mass combustion Greed and lust and dangerous repercussions To escape the rupture they speak of rapture While still going after the things they spiritually capture Distaster faster and faster and faster Terrorism running through them on their television Introversion, indecision, reactionism, hypocrism Phony nationalism, dishpan Africanism Material hypnotims, monopoly, militarist devi-isms, sadomasochisms Intellectual fetishisms sold on computers and televisions Exploitative need a saviour to correct the system Paranoia skepticism, schizophrenic mechanisms Escapism running through them need a sedative Medication, complication, situation negative Modernism has created modern prisons Neo-McCarthyisms, new colonialisms Pessimism makes decisions, hoodooism, hypnotism Egoism, realism, humanism, legalism Small fish ball for recognition oppressor and oppressed condition Sex, addiction, vexed conflict and anarchism Self-delusions, victims leave with no solutions Impositions, superstitions, brutism, contradictions False pretense and no convictions Compromised commercialism, recognition Any decisions from a pure prism Magnetism, pragmatism, altruism, actionism Activism, pacifism, rehabilitation-ism No false sensationalism, aped assimilation in 'em Corporate cannibalism, psychological limitations in 'em No imitations, competition, gross assumption Parasitism, negative simulation 'en Consumerism
What I love about her song is that she not only chose great vocabulary, but she placed the words together I'm such a way as to confuse the listener. By doing so she alludes to the confusion of the new generation and how there is such a build up of issue that are simply ignored. The build up of all these things will lead to self destruction and I find that's quite creative way if portraying the song. Well done Lauryn !
Ppl who don't understand this track and the freedom of speech is lost within da media. Every track not for everyone but if you listen to da words. Stop looking for the old Lauren Hill. This New Mrs Hill.
Why someone so talented stepped aside for a while you may ask? Lauryn Hill laid low because she did not sell out. She did not sell her soul for the "millions". When you mention the "Truth" in your musik, "they" don't like that. So, she was labeled as another celeb who was trying to evade paying taxes....they said she was having psychological issues, etc, etc. I pray Lauryn Hill stays true and doesn't sell out to that nefarious musik industry and compromise her true beliefs and standards. We have enough puppets who have sold out just for the money. If you listen, she's telling you what's up in the song.
blukper better say that!! And now she doesn't need the mass media to have her influence because her supporters will sell out the venues without a NEW video. Her supporters don't need to see a new video or a new single releas!!lol
Powerful lyrics! I think one has to be partially awake to hear and welcome Lauryn's lyrics. If the listener is fully entrenched in what she raps about, she or he probably won't be open to grasping her observations. For me, the music is not so easy to fall in love with, but her delivery is impressive.
This is a phenomenal piece. Musically it's different from a lot of whats currently out there and I think the aggressive beat suits the message. Lyrically, it's trying to say A LOT...perhaps too much for one song. It's almost a literal list of the social illnesses that plague first world/western society which is an extreme undertaking. It's not surprising this is too much for most to bother to take in, (listen to lyrics again to understand why). The only flaw I found distracting was that her delivery on some lines was out of rhythm with the beat. It's a shame because when she syncs up, it's just magic. The fact that this piece has flown under the radar and is thought to be irrelevant is exactly what makes it so relevant. If you're not one of the zombies, you get this. Keep your hearts and minds open.
Daniel The Desperado It's too much for who not me! If people weren't so use to hearing a whole lot of garbage with no substance they would appreciate a whole lot of substance, I pray we get a whole album with all substance.
***** Exactly it's a conceptual peice, but her point is missed on the masses. This is the first time I heard a song like this. I really like the unplugged album which got a lukewarm response, which was a great album right up there with The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill,songs like Mystery of Iniquity has probably the best rap verses I've ever heard on record period...
Lauryn hill, wow missed her. This is smart, she's making you listen to what she's saying rather than simply liking the song for the beats/tune/bass. Provokes thought unlike what is consumed by majority of the masses. Dope!
Wow. This is pretty powerful stuff. Great rapping! Lush combination of old and new. Great to hear a great deal of what sounds like live performed instruments in the age of digitalism.
You hit the nail spot on! Best review I've read here. "her delivery is supposed to represent how Americans today consume knowledge - abnormally fast, without reflection and without comprehension" On point!
very true she speak the truth that's why i love her music ...some rappers now n days just talk about killing, doing drugs n shaking booty what about the kids that's growing up in this world some rap music is sooo negative n stupid WAKE UP EVERYONE to real rap music!!!! god bless you ms. lauryn hill
Any dislikes are due to consumerism. Been saying this for a while. Glad there is a song to what I have been saying. Look into Psychological Priming. Then yu will overstand. Peace love and light!!!
A lot of people don't get Ms. Hill. She is a contemporary Old Testament prophet. Real Old Testament prophets were vulnerable vessels, real people like all of us, but no matter how inflammatory the message the truth was not compromised. Hill forces us to take a long hard look at ourselves, and at times it can be a daunting task, because we just might not like what we see staring back at us. If hubris could smother the conscience, it would, but thank God for the tenacity of conscience.
Yes Lauryn!!! You truly made my day!! I really needed to hear this song today. You are truly amazing!! Thank you for staying true to yourself, and standing up for what you believe. Thank God you re awake and not asleep!!
Yes Lauryn a clever well sort piece of art work!!!!. Not designed for the average listener. Yes designed at speed to make you understand the chaotic lifestyle we lead today. We the listener must learn to understand and listen in a totally different way. Very cleverly done whether you like it or dislike it. Its disturbing nature is what you are living today and to some this is a normality. Gwan!!! Lauryn they said your mad and you were washed up I alwayz believed in you and you were to deep for that. HARDCORE STYLE!!
In her exile, she now has the freedom to drop full truth assaults, not just hinting at it. She is done dumbing it down for mainstream & the rap fans. Now that we have caught it, this song will get beyond UA-cam. We will honor her on Women's Day by sharing one of her letters.
Omg I love Lauryns messages so much since I was little I've loved her. She just came out with a sound that suits my tastes right now so well. High powered and in your face beat with a meaningful intelligent message this is like a cleansing for me IT'S BEEN SO LONG SINCE I'VE FELT SO GOOD ABOUT SOMETHING I'VE LISTENED TO. I can't stop smiling, neurotic toxic society got me so excited and now THIS! so gooooood. People, keep up with it!
I've come to the conclusion that this song is serious conviction for those saying it's garbage. I'm glad Lauryn is making music for its lyrical content rather then what the beat sounds like or how her delivery sounds.
This woman has far surpassed the stages of an artist's career who must entertain. She is, and always has been, a messenger. Now, she has fully embraced being a messenger. If you want to be entertained, then make your own music. Until then, listen to the words. She is not just saying word after word, she is speaking full sentences. The eyes and ears are useless if the mind is blind. She doesn't need it to be a hit, Ms. Hill is hitting subconscious souls and ultimately awaking them. We have gotten into this bad habit of thinking hip-hop is all entertainment, it is awareness.
Justice Kimmons Absolutely! She reached the level of mastery over 20 years ago. She’s now creating the blueprint for the next generations to come. Nobody’s messing with her...male or female! 👑 and she’s coming back!
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@TrashPanda Raccoon I understand why you might think that. Not everyone can understand what she is saying here. It's so powerful and lauryn delivers so much information so quickly it is indeed overwhelming to the naked ear. So close to the truth it is a lot to take. Personally I think this recording is extraordinary.... lyrically vocally conceptually musically. Like a machine gun of justice for all of the selective blindness of crimes of our times.
She's definitely hands down one of the greatest Rappers of all time
I was thinking the same thing listen to the lyrics.
The greatest female rapper-singer period ...period
Top 5 for sure!!! Along with Andre 3000, Mos Def, Jay Electronica & Black Thought!!! Kanye and Pac are up there as well on my greatest list. and Kendrick & Cole. So many great emcee's!!!
GoodxJ not Kanye, but Lauryn Hill is def in my top 5
@Sick Of Bull Sh*t She is her own beast. Listen to "Some Seek Stardom."
this woman doesn't even receive nearly enough credit that she deserves. Really wanna see this woman upfront
She's known around the world, what more credit you need?
The reason she's not upfront now is because she chose to lay low, for some reason.
SamJigga true true but in a lot of cases not for the right reasons. believe that to some she's simply known as a tax evader
Shots fired at the bad guys!
SamJigga she's one of those people who will recieve all the praise in the world after she dies.
Lordpraisethe sadly
For those who don't understand why she's rapping fast: Notice in the beginning she says "consumerism running through em like a tumor in em". In that line she was referring to cancer, and malignant tumors spreads fast through out your body until you're dead. She saying all these things are running through us, and we're being programmed so rapidly. With her tempo she is giving us the illusion of the cancerous malignant tumor spreading through our bodies.
oooh yeees okay i get it. and what she is describing is the side effects of consumerism. it reminds me of the side effects of a drug cermercial. "they need the medication now". ooo :O
i never saw it like this but i get it.
its also good for a mad rap, like shes blowing off steam or somthing. and she has every right to =p
Thank you! That is exactly what she's saying!!
THANK YOU!!!!! This song is GENIUS in all aspects! People are saying the rap is sloppy because it's fast and slightly off beat. What I hear while listening to this is exactly how you described. Why should she have to slow it down or "dumb" it down for it to be commercially accepted. True and CREATIVE artistry is all about taking risks lyrically and musically, to which she clearly did. The theme of this song (and title) "consumerism" is well constructed all the way down to the extremely fast tempo.
Thank you!!!! for pointing that out :) I hear this song in a totally different way.
Fact!!! Just as fast as she spitting is as fast and hectic as consumerism effects spread thru your mental.. Great Post Beautiful!!💪🏾💪🏾👍🏾
She's misunderstood by a lot of people because most of society is blind to the concepts she speaks about....she's purely amazing! I would love to meet her!
I agree with you pamador89. She is misunderstood cos most of society has been blinded by unbridled consumerism and commercialism" Now she is my heroine too'
Yep, we must speak the truth. She's an amazing soul
Many people didn't even take much from Doo Wop but the beat and singing, but the words were just tunes, so this isn't even an after thought. Also ask these years later the views never moved an inch, the other song also same amount of views 24k. Fuck UA-cam.
She’s wise
I don't learn these things in school. Very educational right here. Massive respect Miss Hill.
She's a walking university!!!
😁
Brinkksmusic. Of course they wont teach you this in school you have to step out on your own and teach yourself
This is real music, the industry can't handle her.
This is flying over some people's heads...for the artistically adept people who knows why she is rapping in such an erratic style and still don't like this and feel that it's too pretentious for their tastes, that's totally okay too, at least you understand...but for the people that don't get it and dislike it, she is speaking this way as a reflection of our fast-paced society and materialistic possessiveness.
I think she is one of the most talented singers and rappers ever and this is truly a very interesting song. I also think she is using her fame in a good way, because she is trying to question our messed up, narcissistic era and send a message to the world of today.
Yes very true
Agreed.
That is wowed and power to be exact more then all
She did her thing. I never knew. Lol
This joint is even hotter in 2022 🔥
This woman is a spiritually gifted godsend. I have LOVED her and her music from the day she popped up on the scene in Sister Act and I still love her!
We need to let down the veil and truly listen to her insightful truth. Talent like this that's so connected to the universal source comes along once in our life time. I employ the youth to stop, step back and truly listen and learn so that your minds can be set free to embrace the truth to make better life choices. ONE SOURCE & LOVE.
You can't be defined as a heed due to folks who came from the other train and work backwards and call money fake as a check that came from the same line you see. Wowed
the government didn't want Lauryn spreading truth anymore. She was one of the realest musicians ever
STOP FIGHTING LAURYN HILL...FIGHT THE SYSTEM.
The kids today need hear this!
I'm seventeen and I am! I grew up with all the hip hop divas: Lauren Hill, Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, etc... :)
I'm afraid they won't understand this
+codebluthree Haha I'm 15 and I understand - but idk about my peers lool
+codebluthree Lol, you're a moron.
+SuperTahira123 You underestimate this younger generation, common mistake for old folk.
Looking at some of these comments, I really don't have to defend the artistic cleverness of this song, however, the people calling this song garbage and those who apparently like the song but feel it should be slower so people can hear the words...what song don't you have to look up the lyrics to? Also, I think there's more of a vocabulary issue versus comprehension. I guess I would think a song is garbage too, if I didn't know what majority of the words meant. Perhaps some of y'all should listen to Barney sing the A,B,C's...
amen
Fact.... Consumerism is the State unconscious buyers are living in.. The words of the song are the tactics deployed to keep you as such.
BReddTJ92 Just today's ADHD generation. Pay them no mind.
***** That's kind of harsh, coming from someone who has ADHD(not just saying that, had it diagnosed) and I really appreciate this kind of music. Off put around the beginning, but as I got used to the speed(most rappers don't start rapping at the very first second add onto that that Lauryn is switching between 2 time signatures, it's pretty obvious how 85% of people cannot comprehend) right around 1:00 . After that, it was gold to me. Then I re-listened to it(now used to the timing and speed) and now it sounds like platinum material, like platinum placks status. So much symbolism thrown at us, to describe the negativity, useless energy only useful to the enemy, they integrate into our psyche, influence our genetic memory, changing our cellular chemistry. This is the epitome of it.
Kalamite Oh, boo hoo. Cry me a river.
First time ever hearing this.... Her voice.... Sounds older.. Stronger more focused... If She still had her dreads.. She would be the lyrical "Michone"..
She is not an entertainer.. I get it now... She evolved into a "Messenger" she is not to be in the spotlight anymore....
Amen. Nice analysis
Agreed
Well...No one can contain her at this point except God...she is def still an entertainer and/or a messenger depending on who's the listener.
SDS Overfiend Messenger of what?
She sounds like someone gave a kid coke.
Hinarf Narfy Why are you here again?
Song is powerful. Wish it hadn't taken me this long to find it.
I still want a studio version of Mystery of Inequity tho.
Holy GOD she is a GENIUS
By far the best female and rapper imagine her and 2pac remaking an old hit together
When I lost my mind due to ego death this song was insane bruh. This is the raw truth our culture denies, but I smile with my heart knowing she sees it. She is brilliant in a way most people don't understand.
damn so powerful
Powerful knowledge, wisdom, and teachings. Only the chosen ones understand the spiritual warfare besets today system. Sister Hill keep pushing the message!
yes sir
You said a month full that's so true
This song is powerful af she made this in the future, she’s ahead of her time.
I'm a big fan of Nicki But This is True Hip-Hop without doubt She is hands down THE QUEEN OF HIP-HOP
Before you dislike this song, read the lyrics, it is not song I would put on my phone and listen to everyday as it is not entertainment music for me. It is a message that you have to read and understand. Real Talk. We cant change the world unless w change ourselves. RIP BIG.
defintely going down as one of the best rappers of all time. Amazing work
I'm ready to take the SAT's now.
Loll loll
+Jos Eph miseducation..
+Jos Eph no sweety, in school you only take tests of following authority and conformity.
Joseph Q lol
Joseph Q facts !! For once a musician has increased my brain cells 😂💯👏🏾
love watching an advertisement right before a critique of consumerism
If your using your own PC (personal computer) why don't you go ahead, learn something and install ad blocking tools.
For example use firefox and get the addon adblock plus for free in a minute.
GG all ads forever.
2021 still relevant
The Best Female Artist Alive 🙌🏾👌🏾🖤
The way the beat drops at the same time with her POWERFUL voice😩. God gimme strength!
I can’t get enough of this song and it’s 2022!!! Lauryn released this in 2013🔥👑 def sounds like Divinci produced this track! 🙏🏾
What album did this get reased on ?
Released
POWERFUL LYRICS!!!!! READ IF YOU CAN'T KEEP UP WITH HER RAP!!!
Consumerism running through them like a tumor in 'em
Ageism, sexism, racism, chauvinism
Capitalism running through them like the rumour business
Separatism, skepticism, modernism, atheism
Television running through them like an organism
Mechanism, despotism, poisoning the ecosystem
Satanism running through them like a politician
Hedonism, hypocrism, nihilism, narcissism
Egotism running through them, need an exorcism
Situation, heathenism, adversary demonism
To fix forms of religious spontaneity's a bad decision
Catholicism, Darwinism, barbarism, formalism
European fetishisms, terrorism running through them on their television
Introversion, extra prison tolerance for bad decisions
Exploitative be the saviour to correct the system/paranoia
Skepticism, schizophrenic, masochism
Escapism running through them need a sedative
Medication, complication, devastation negative
I say devastation negative
Modernism has created modern prisons
Neo-McCarthyisms, new colonialisms
Pessimism mess they is in
Hoodooism, hypnotism, egoism, realism, humanism, legalism
Mysticism makes decisions from a purer prism
Magnetism, pragmatism, altruism, pacifism/idealism
Actualism, rehabilitation-ism, otracism, skepticism
Small fish ball for recognition oppressor and oppres condition
Sex, addiction, next suspicion, vexed, conflict and secularism
See, people need to villainize to offset disdain for their lives
Ugly human, ugly shame, corporate greed in Jesus' name
Anarchism, self-delusions
Victims leave with no solutions
Impositions, superstitions, violence and contradictions
False pretense and no convictions
Compromised commercialism
I said compromised commercialism
Worth and vision, work for wisdom
Full electromagnetism
Who comes first is first position
Rap's been missing you've been listening
Watch the empress bless the system
Paganism, false religion, plagiarism, broken system
Euphemism unforgiven
Inhibition, prohibition, disconnection
Broken wisdom, broken cistern can't hold wisdom
This town needs an exorcism
Egotism, egotism, egotism, egotism, egotism, egotism, egotism, egotism
Alcoholism, fascism, rationalism, national tension
Journalism gone gestapoism poporazzo-ism
As the world turns in isms
Trust eroticism, social drugs, narcotics in them
Cult existence, superstition
Ritual materialisms, serial isms
Habitual inferior vision
Consumerism
[Hook]
He is, he is
Set to, set to
Self-destruct, self-destruct
He is, he is
Too cool, too cool
To be true
[Verse 2]
Listen
Consumerism running through them like a tumor in 'em
Separatism, skepticism, desperation, nepotism
Capitalism running through the Montezuma in em
Ageism, sexism, racism, fascism
Television running through 'em like an organism
Hedonism, egoism, systematic narcissism
To empty religious spontaneity is anarchism
Social Darwinism, barbarism, modern paganism
Major schizism, division, ethnoplagiarism
Selfish business decision, greedy reductionism
Obstruction of the justice, occupation victimizationism
Brainwashing, mind control, synthetic stimulation in them
Time control mutilating the soul for a business decision
Help the people cope sell 'em dope from a new trope
Synthetic hope, life spent walking on a tightrope
Infantile masturbation, juvenile, no education
Mental castration, a generation forced to labor for a nation
Lock the means production down, price reduction down
Inflation and corruption need the medication now1
They need the medication now!
Corporate production in a state of mass combustion
Greed and lust and dangerous repercussions
To escape the rupture they speak of rapture
While still going after the things they spiritually capture
Distaster faster and faster and faster
Terrorism running through them on their television
Introversion, indecision, reactionism, hypocrism
Phony nationalism, dishpan Africanism
Material hypnotims, monopoly, militarist devi-isms, sadomasochisms
Intellectual fetishisms sold on computers and televisions
Exploitative need a saviour to correct the system
Paranoia skepticism, schizophrenic mechanisms
Escapism running through them need a sedative
Medication, complication, situation negative
Modernism has created modern prisons
Neo-McCarthyisms, new colonialisms
Pessimism makes decisions, hoodooism, hypnotism
Egoism, realism, humanism, legalism
Small fish ball for recognition oppressor and oppressed condition
Sex, addiction, vexed conflict and anarchism
Self-delusions, victims leave with no solutions
Impositions, superstitions, brutism, contradictions
False pretense and no convictions
Compromised commercialism, recognition
Any decisions from a pure prism
Magnetism, pragmatism, altruism, actionism
Activism, pacifism, rehabilitation-ism
No false sensationalism, aped assimilation in 'em
Corporate cannibalism, psychological limitations in 'em
No imitations, competition, gross assumption
Parasitism, negative simulation 'en
Consumerism
Consumerism, she hit the nail on the head but they all missed it.
by FAR one the greatest artist to ever pick up a mic,her intelligence is mindblowing too advanced for today bullshit music industry.
What I love about her song is that she not only chose great vocabulary, but she placed the words together I'm such a way as to confuse the listener. By doing so she alludes to the confusion of the new generation and how there is such a build up of issue that are simply ignored. The build up of all these things will lead to self destruction and I find that's quite creative way if portraying the song. Well done Lauryn !
This song is relevant is still in 2019
Ppl who don't understand this track and the freedom of speech is lost within da media. Every track not for everyone but if you listen to da words. Stop looking for the old Lauren Hill. This New Mrs Hill.
This is art at its finest and alot people just dont understand true art.
Greatest hip hop song of all time. Period.
#FACTS!!!......I don't understand why folk tried to sleep on it...The best word play ever!!
One and only queen of hip hop! Master of words and truth!!! Welcome back Lauryn!
Why someone so talented stepped aside for a while you may ask? Lauryn Hill laid low because she did not sell out. She did not sell her soul for the "millions". When you mention the "Truth" in your musik, "they" don't like that. So, she was labeled as another celeb who was trying to evade paying taxes....they said she was having psychological issues, etc, etc. I pray Lauryn Hill stays true and doesn't sell out to that nefarious musik industry and compromise her true beliefs and standards. We have enough puppets who have sold out just for the money. If you listen, she's telling you what's up in the song.
blukper better say that!! And now she doesn't need the mass media to have her influence because her supporters will sell out the venues without a NEW video. Her supporters don't need to see a new video or a new single releas!!lol
EGOTISM EGOTISM EGOTISM
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People slept on this tune. this is fuckin fire.
Powerful lyrics! I think one has to be partially awake to hear and welcome Lauryn's lyrics. If the listener is fully entrenched in what she raps about, she or he probably won't be open to grasping her observations. For me, the music is not so easy to fall in love with, but her delivery is impressive.
this is beautiful
Not many artists get to live off of their art, but that should not stop them from being creative and contributing to the spirit of the movement.
a queen this woman is!
2013 still sounds like the future....
We need another album Ms. Hill!! Her music is so TRUE, I'd love to hear an album!
DOPE!! Truth Music! we need this. Great come back Miss Hill!
listening in March 2019.
This is a phenomenal piece. Musically it's different from a lot of whats currently out there and I think the aggressive beat suits the message.
Lyrically, it's trying to say A LOT...perhaps too much for one song. It's almost a literal list of the social illnesses that plague first world/western society which is an extreme undertaking. It's not surprising this is too much for most to bother to take in, (listen to lyrics again to understand why).
The only flaw I found distracting was that her delivery on some lines was out of rhythm with the beat. It's a shame because when she syncs up, it's just magic.
The fact that this piece has flown under the radar and is thought to be irrelevant is exactly what makes it so relevant. If you're not one of the zombies, you get this. Keep your hearts and minds open.
Yeah this is to much for 1 song
Daniel The Desperado It's too much for who not me! If people weren't so use to hearing a whole lot of garbage with no substance they would appreciate a whole lot of substance, I pray we get a whole album with all substance.
***** Exactly!
She's changing between 2 different time signatures thats why its off putting pretty sure its on purpose ...just saying
***** Exactly it's a conceptual peice, but her point is missed on the masses. This is the first time I heard a song like this. I really like the unplugged album which got a lukewarm response, which was a great album right up there with The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill,songs like Mystery of Iniquity has probably the best rap verses I've ever heard on record period...
She finna come back and expose all the evils of this world. Bless
Lauryn hill, wow missed her. This is smart, she's making you listen to what she's saying rather than simply liking the song for the beats/tune/bass. Provokes thought unlike what is consumed by majority of the masses. Dope!
Different strokes for different folks!!! I personally think this is Genius
Only the simple mind can not comprehend this piece of art.
Wow. This is pretty powerful stuff. Great rapping! Lush combination of old and new. Great to hear a great deal of what sounds like live performed instruments in the age of digitalism.
I love Lauryn she's a realist like me. She observes what's going on in the world and puts it out there.
I saw her at the Wang theater in Boston about 8 months after myseducation dropped. Greatest live shoe of my life.
Lyrical queen
This is my 71st favorite song!
Corporate Greed IN JESUS NAME!!! The best rapper they're ever will be!!
You can't tell me kendrick lama for free single wasn't inspired by this song
I heard Kendrick's next album will have rock sounds.
she goes in on this record ...
She just got out of prison yesterday! Much love Ms. Hill the world needs individuals like you.
OMG 🤯🤯🤯, please put the LYRICS. This is BRILLIANT
Real music Real Artist
I love it Lauryn. Many will not like it because they cannot twerk to it. God Bless us all
THIS IS MUSIC. WELCOME BACK MISS HILL. YOU HAVE BEEN DEARLY MISSED.
You hit the nail spot on! Best review I've read here. "her delivery is supposed to represent how Americans today consume knowledge - abnormally fast, without reflection and without comprehension" On point!
very true she speak the truth that's why i love her music ...some rappers now n days just talk about killing, doing drugs n shaking booty what about the kids that's growing up in this world some rap music is sooo negative n stupid WAKE UP EVERYONE to real rap music!!!! god bless you ms. lauryn hill
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RESPECT TO LAURYN HILL
SHEER, PURE, GENIUS! Lauryn is so ahead of the TIMES! Thank God!
this song really is heart breaking. i hope Ms.Hill is just warming up.
Preach!!!
She put rap back where it needed to be verbal rhymes about important topics rather than dumbing it down as other rappers.
This touches your soul and mental, so sadly it won't be on the radio
in a world so cold ... the music is the oven and the herb is the seasoning..
love you queen
Any dislikes are due to consumerism. Been saying this for a while. Glad there is a song to what I have been saying. Look into Psychological Priming. Then yu will overstand. Peace love and light!!!
A lot of people don't get Ms. Hill. She is a contemporary Old Testament prophet. Real Old Testament prophets were vulnerable vessels, real people like all of us, but no matter how inflammatory the message the truth was not compromised. Hill forces us to take a long hard look at ourselves, and at times it can be a daunting task, because we just might not like what we see staring back at us. If hubris could smother the conscience, it would, but thank God for the tenacity of conscience.
Yes Lauryn!!! You truly made my day!! I really needed to hear this song today. You are truly amazing!! Thank you for staying true to yourself, and standing up for what you believe. Thank God you re awake and not asleep!!
Love it! Ms. Hill is making them think. Let those who want to remain zombies stay dead.
Yes Lauryn a clever well sort piece of art work!!!!. Not designed for the average listener. Yes designed at speed to make you understand the chaotic lifestyle we lead today. We the listener must learn to understand and listen in a totally different way. Very cleverly done whether you like it or dislike it. Its disturbing nature is what you are living today and to some this is a normality. Gwan!!! Lauryn they said your mad and you were washed up I alwayz believed in you and you were to deep for that. HARDCORE STYLE!!
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Love you Lauren you're a light shining in this darkness.
Yes she is :)
I love this, she is talking about the world, not just music.......
This Joint right here Lauryn is were its at. I'm in love with this new joint. Thanks for creating and releasing the truth. ONE LOVE.
UNACCEPTED DUE DUE DO
LUCK IS GOODIE
In her exile, she now has the freedom to drop full truth assaults, not just hinting at it. She is done dumbing it down for mainstream & the rap fans. Now that we have caught it, this song will get beyond UA-cam. We will honor her on Women's Day by sharing one of her letters.
Lauryn Hill and 2pac the kings of Hip Hop!
Luis Mihajlow 1 the king PAC and queen ms.lauryn
Queen she is of hip hop
king and queen of hip hop 👍
Yes 👏
Yes slip in Nas too
Omg I love Lauryns messages so much since I was little I've loved her. She just came out with a sound that suits my tastes right now so well. High powered and in your face beat with a meaningful intelligent message this is like a cleansing for me IT'S BEEN SO LONG SINCE I'VE FELT SO GOOD ABOUT SOMETHING I'VE LISTENED TO. I can't stop smiling, neurotic toxic society got me so excited and now THIS! so gooooood. People, keep up with it!
I've come to the conclusion that this song is serious conviction for those saying it's garbage. I'm glad Lauryn is making music for its lyrical content rather then what the beat sounds like or how her delivery sounds.
im a white male. there is no better artist than hill. she kills it
+liam boehne Thanks for that insightful comment, 'white male'.
Hahaha no one cares that you're white and like Lauryn. Plenty of white people love her.
BromidicCompound 😭😭
Better than the rap out today that's for sure. ❤️ you Lauryn
This is a lovely clear example of lauryn touching
her underground hiphop roots...ahhh...the 90s..
this is just a warm up...
This is the most powerful work I've listened to in years. Well done, well done indeed Ms. Hill.
The truth in her lyrics is haunting
Especially in this day and age. People weren’t ready when she first dropped this truth!
Prophetic. They need the medication now!
Welcome back Ms. Hill. I really missed the truth these past 15 years!!
I have been waiting for you to come back Ms. Lauryn! THANK YOU! You are brilliant!! Music these days lacks meaning/depth. I appreciate your art.
Bet this goes way over folks heads..sounds like a deprogramming