Guru lives on in the hearts of all real heads helpin keep the beat to your life.. Big RespEcT bald head slick..Rest easy. Big up Premier, thank you for this putting together this album and the rest of the Gangstarr Foundation
Guru has been gone since February 2010 (nearly 12 years). 🙏 He died from a blood cancer known as 'Multiple Myeloma' but his legacy in Hip Hop remains stronger than ever to this day. DJ Premier is still the G.O.A.T. for records. I used to have Pete Rock in the Top 3 but I met him 2 years ago in NY and he was Racist Piece of Garbage. Pete Rock literally refused to sign Soul Survivor albums for anyone that wasn't "black looking" to him.
"Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought, Like respect in the hood that can't be bought." - Guru 9 years after his death still rippin' the realest bars
Guru has been gone since February 2010 (nearly 12 years). 🙏 He died from a blood cancer known as 'Multiple Myeloma' but his legacy in Hip Hop remains stronger than ever to this day. DJ Premier is still the G.O.A.T. for records. I used to have Pete Rock in the Top 3 but I met him 2 years ago in NY and he was Racist Piece of Garbage. Pete Rock literally refused to sign Soul Survivor albums for anyone that wasn't "black looking" to him.
He kind of went backwards with the message though. He comes in and contradicts everything they're comparing to diamonds: family, loyalty, respect. He goes on to bash them and says dudes are dumb for having diamonds making about materialism when the message wasn't materialism to begin with. I could be wrong though
Man, crazy to think one of my favourite Gang Starr songs would be made after Guru passed... This song and "Moment of Truth" would be two songs I want at my funeral.
That song made me realize how dope J. Cole's flow is. I thought i'd never hear from Gang Starr again and now, after 10 years since Guru's passing.....man, tears in my eyes and my heart is shining. Best music moment in 2019!
J Cole kinda ruined it though with going completely a different way with the diamond message. They were comparing it to loyalty, respect and family but Cole came in and talking bout being smart and not buying diamonds and clowning dudes for paying millions for em
This song came out at the same day my girlfriend broke up with me and since then I am listening to this song almost everyday and it helps me a lot to show my emotions and embracing the sadness. Thank you Gang Starr for the great music all the years!
Lol as much as I get it I dislike the ‘ownership’ of observation or nature. We did it first bla bla. We did it better bla bla. Doesn’t matter who it’s coming from it defeats what humanity could be and promotes what it always has been. Selfishly competitive.
no way. Hip Hop is waaaay better now. Just watch a live show. The track plays in the background lyrics included and the artist just jumps on the stage like a lunatic ! That is true hip hop !
Your money being spent directly with the artist....improves the quality of music to hear. Spend money on the following.. Anything or Body DJ PRIEMER Pryme The Roots Talib Kwali Common Erykah Badu Oshun NAS Dmx Bahamadia Lauren hill Snow tha product Soul Cat E Phife Lord Finesse Large Professor Pete Rock 9th Wonder KRS 1 Outkast BunB E 40 Cormega Capone and Noreaga Onyx Mia x Gangsta Boo Mystikal Brand Nubian Fat Joe I can name drop more
1st song that made me feel something in a long time. Reminds me of the days being young banging mass appeal and above the clouds in the car. Premo hands down the best producer ever. Literally took me back to the 90s early 2000s. Can't express how much I appreciate this. Much love from Providence
Damn I’m so happy to hear that gangstarr still putting amazing shit out in this day and age. If I didn’t hear j cole, I would have thought this was a late 90’s track
OXYGEN... Can't stop listening to this joint with watery eyes. I've been breathing Gang Starr since breaking the "No More Mr. Nice Guy" cassette & vinyl to my crew back in the super sunny & hot Summer of '89... yes, I'm an old head.👍😎 GURU has always been one of my all-time favorite emcees, as has Premier with the production. Joyful tears and much needed! We NEED an album to bring these 2 legend's work together full circle, just like the ATCQ album "We Got It From Here... Thank You For Your Service". Refreshingly necessary!!! HEAVY RESPECT.
I'm a part of Gen Z, and most of my generation doesn't listen to this type of beautiful Hip Hop... I've learned so much from listening to Gang Starr, Cole, Masta Ace, Em, Kid Cudi, Common, Black Star, etc... So many gems given in so many songs, it's truly inspiring and beautiful.
Diamonds 💎 is like Family, loyalty, the precious ones that left us, like GURU’s infinite thought.... to my brother’s father who passed away today... you are truly a diamond, you will forever shine.... Rest in Power.....
I never knew a Milennial rapper like J.Cole could spit so hard on a Premo track. J.Cole is the truth. GURU you are forever missed. I wish you was still here. Premier keep doing your thang. Premier the best Hip Hop producer ever hands down.
When cole said "if you don't feel this one give it a sec" he meant go experience life more and the struggles that come with it, that's why he said " go live a little let the years pass experience pain watch the tears crash "
Man....this song is so beautiful. It sparks an imagination in my mind when everything is so perfect and everyone values virtues like kindness, sympathy and just striving to be better.
God universal ruler universal...c'mon kids. Salute to first fam too. RIP guru. DJ premier is holding us down. One love to all ALL original heads. '81 still staying on
Guru is the most underrated rapper of all time. R.I.P
Rap is not about weed, bitches or money.. Rap is about family and loyalty
amen
I once saw Premier rocking a shirt that said “Rap - Lies = Hip Hop”
Správne
word up, diamonds!
yessir!
This is medicine for the soul.
Derrick Hepburn Well said...
Amen
God is Good.
Yes :-)
Couldn't have said it any better
Sad thing is. A lot of todays generation will never understand the significance of this. This will always bring a smile to my face.
Tupac786Jr I’m apart of this generation and I rock with this and most classic rap
You dont need any odys validity to enjoy something. Who cares if they don't enjoy it You do, and that's all that matters.
All bars with the new album. Hes bringing hip hop back from that gen.
soundcloud.com/heseverywhere/more-than-music
I fuck with ATCQ, Gang Starr, De La Soul, Jungle brothers etc. Their music is amazing to this day.
Paul Wall is still carrying the torch for this type of messaging in Hip Hop. So is Cal Wayne. Look to Texas.
Hearing Guru's words on this beat in 2019 knowing he's gone hurts the heart... damm he is so missed... Keep RIP
Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought
1 of my favorite emcees kid!
Bro U aint lying. I dropped a tear. R.I.P. Gifted Unlimited Rhymes Universal
R.i.p 😞
Guru lives on in the hearts of all real heads helpin keep the beat to your life.. Big RespEcT bald head slick..Rest easy. Big up Premier, thank you for this putting together this album and the rest of the Gangstarr Foundation
This song has a 90'-00's vibe to it. awesome lyrics, great beat, smooth flow. 💯
Yup... It's a Primo beat so yeah it has that sound.
Like a freshly cut diamond 😉😎🔥
Remarkable!
Guru has been gone since February 2010 (nearly 12 years). 🙏 He died from a blood cancer known as 'Multiple Myeloma' but his legacy in Hip Hop remains stronger than ever to this day. DJ Premier is still the G.O.A.T. for records. I used to have Pete Rock in the Top 3 but I met him 2 years ago in NY and he was Racist Piece of Garbage. Pete Rock literally refused to sign Soul Survivor albums for anyone that wasn't "black looking" to him.
@@knottchu6159 damn, if thats true thats a shame. real hip hop is for everyone
"Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought,
Like respect in the hood that can't be bought."
- Guru 9 years after his death still rippin' the realest bars
Facts my g🙏💯
Guru has been gone since February 2010 (nearly 12 years). 🙏 He died from a blood cancer known as 'Multiple Myeloma' but his legacy in Hip Hop remains stronger than ever to this day. DJ Premier is still the G.O.A.T. for records. I used to have Pete Rock in the Top 3 but I met him 2 years ago in NY and he was Racist Piece of Garbage. Pete Rock literally refused to sign Soul Survivor albums for anyone that wasn't "black looking" to him.
" like my infinite thought" 💡
@@knottchu6159 dang what a bummer - oh well. I’ll keep listening know he wouldn’t want me to 😁
@@younggrasshopper3531 : I, and many others, were disappointed in Pete Rock’s behavior. It is what it is though.
This Instrumental so beautiful. Almost make a thug cry.
Even thugz cry
Almost?????? Na my dude. Don’t lie you teared up and so did I.
✌
Lyrics too. I shed a tear when I've heard Guru after so many years.
@@listek981 same
Respect to J. Cole for giving some homage to Gang Starr. Rest in peace Guru.
so happy to hear oldschool hiphop in 2019.
Edit 2021: it’s still old school get over it :)
Edit 2022: still 👏 amazing.
This isn't "The OldSchool" this is The School.
@@alltimerey word!!! 🙏🏼
Pure hip-hop . No way around it. Flow, beat, style. These new cats don't know
@@alltimerey what
KawaiiDesuGaming how the fuck is this old school?
J'cole did this justice , RIP Gifted Universal Ryhmes Unlimited.
It’s gifted unlimited rhymes universal bro
He kind of went backwards with the message though. He comes in and contradicts everything they're comparing to diamonds: family, loyalty, respect. He goes on to bash them and says dudes are dumb for having diamonds making about materialism when the message wasn't materialism to begin with.
I could be wrong though
Still couldn't touch guru's brilliance!
If a beat could match guru to the T this is it
Guru is a god mc period
This is Hip Hop. ❤
I got Goosebumps listening to this! Like i got a little slice of the 90’s all over again. Take me backkkkk
As soon as you hear Guru's voice....
Yoo this was in my recommendations and I just listened to it and thought this was a real OG song from the '90s. I wouldn't have noticed
I was born in 95 so I don't remember the 90's at all, but this is a dope song, definitely got it on replay
Yezzzir
Same
Can we just go back to this style of rap? Permanently?
That beat is so mesmerizing.
Primo always on point
Guru's Spirit made J Cole put his all in that rhyme. Cole delivered on this. Damn i miss Guru
It's so good to hear Guru again -----> LEGEND
Man, crazy to think one of my favourite Gang Starr songs would be made after Guru passed... This song and "Moment of Truth" would be two songs I want at my funeral.
Facts same here 💯
Yes!!!!! 💯
Facts!!! Absolutely these two you mentioned brother. I want them on my funeral.
Facts, me too
@@jonathantrauner3742 I just wanna say I fux with the ppl in this comment section. Y'all some good mfers round here! :D
That song made me realize how dope J. Cole's flow is. I thought i'd never hear from Gang Starr again and now, after 10 years since Guru's passing.....man, tears in my eyes and my heart is shining. Best music moment in 2019!
Marc Boehrer it’s Beautiful ☝🏿
No fkn WAY it’s been 10 years already.
NO WAY.
J Cole kinda ruined it though with going completely a different way with the diamond message. They were comparing it to loyalty, respect and family but Cole came in and talking bout being smart and not buying diamonds and clowning dudes for paying millions for em
Same feelings bro
Brought a tear to my eye. RIP the Guru. King of Monotone with his on drone... The Greatest to ever do it.
Preemo like a sniper he never misses.
In the darkest times, real hip-hop has helped me through it. Thanks, Primo for holding me down. This is why I remain loyal and humble.
Lies
Im thankful old school rap exists
j.cole: if you dont feel this one, give it a sec
me: felt it as soon as it started
Ayyyyyyy lol
J cole's verse was a bit weak personaallly my opinion
music you’re wrong. Just re-read the lyrics
@@music-fx7tu If this is weak by your standards, give me a good example then, lol
@@ASTROPLANET13 above the clouds...... moment of truth =)) but J cole verse is good.. it grows on you. love his flow
Wish i could have shown my dad this song. Miss ya man. Fly high❤️🕊
This song came out at the same day my girlfriend broke up with me and since then I am listening to this song almost everyday and it helps me a lot to show my emotions and embracing the sadness. Thank you Gang Starr for the great music all the years!
Don’t need diamonds when you are one and help make others become diamonds too . Great hip-hop song 💎💎💎💎💎
Can we talk about how J Cole blessed us with pure knowledge
But still couldn't touch guru's wisdom
as always
@@chancregister2714 “They act like two legends cannot coexist”
“From hip hop to astronomy they copied what we showed them”
Lol as much as I get it I dislike the ‘ownership’ of observation or nature. We did it first bla bla. We did it better bla bla. Doesn’t matter who it’s coming from it defeats what humanity could be and promotes what it always has been. Selfishly competitive.
I’m an Irish dude from the Queen City (Cincinnati) my Pops taught about loyalty. Good message!
how are they still doing it like this in 2019... god damn ..respect
They still killing it like old times... Habashwe best..!
Well I mean one of them isn’t...but super fuckin heartwarming to hear a new gangstarr jam
@@andrewjc87 2 of them
Don Corleone ?? Primo is still at it. Just guru passed
Well we still have DJ premiere guru is no longer with us but we still have his music
The Respect that Jcole brings on this track is incredible
You clearly have no clue about what you're talking lmao what an idiot
The same as saying Logic brings respect to an Eminem song, brainwashed kid
@@vladimirdinev5329 you're actually an idiot lmao
COLEWORLD!!!! J. Cole is the man!
@@vladimirdinev5329 if anything, you're the one making yourself look like an idiot..
If there were more music these days that sounded like this, I would love hip hop again
There is. But far away from mainstream and radio
no way. Hip Hop is waaaay better now. Just watch a live show. The track plays in the background lyrics included and the artist just jumps on the stage like a lunatic ! That is true hip hop !
Margalit Tepper ua-cam.com/video/Fm-K8nVwnYA/v-deo.html
hit_ the delusion
Your money being spent directly with the artist....improves the quality of music to hear.
Spend money on the following..
Anything or Body DJ PRIEMER
Pryme
The Roots
Talib Kwali
Common
Erykah Badu
Oshun
NAS
Dmx
Bahamadia
Lauren hill
Snow tha product
Soul Cat E Phife
Lord Finesse
Large Professor
Pete Rock
9th Wonder
KRS 1
Outkast
BunB
E 40
Cormega
Capone and Noreaga
Onyx
Mia x
Gangsta Boo
Mystikal
Brand Nubian
Fat Joe
I can name drop more
All praise guru. Premo the dope i need
My eyes watered when I heard Guru again.
Damn. This is dope.
Nostalgic to hear Guru’s voice on a track again.
Rest well.
Portugal 🇵🇹 and Angola 🇦🇴 thank you all!
We miss u Guru!
Primo still has it. Its hard to live in the world without souls like Guru & DMX.
1st song that made me feel something in a long time. Reminds me of the days being young banging mass appeal and above the clouds in the car. Premo hands down the best producer ever. Literally took me back to the 90s early 2000s. Can't express how much I appreciate this. Much love from Providence
This song is the best 2019 song
For real
Greetings from Poland, Bro 🇵🇱👊🏼
100%
Do you just not like Lupe Fiasco?
Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty
Or real rap songs like "C.R.E.A.M." or "My Melody"
Damn Mr Guru is Dragon!!
2019 but this sounds like a 90's track, awesome!
Big Facts💯
It's classic Gang Starr flow.
Dj premier always deliver!
Classic style Hip Hop never went away, PRHYME, Joey Badass, Dave East, & the WHOLE Griselda crew been holding it down
Yes it does :)
Guru FLOWS FOREVER I WILL BRING THIS TYPE OF RAP BACK!
OMG this shit brought tears to my eyes hearing Guru spit again with lyrics I've never heard before. 👍
*Diamonds are 4ever like family n loyalty or real rap songs like c.r.e.a.m or ma melody* 👑❤️
This track is like a freshly cut diamond’
Could not say it any better myself
F clarity = Flawless
Yea it’s a breath of fresh air
" Diamond are forever like family (...) or real rap songs like c.r.e.a.m. *or my melody* "
Caro L.Milo “diamonds are forever like my infinite thought, like respect in the hood that can’t be bought”
Damn I’m so happy to hear that gangstarr still putting amazing shit out in this day and age. If I didn’t hear j cole, I would have thought this was a late 90’s track
OXYGEN... Can't stop listening to this joint with watery eyes. I've been breathing Gang Starr since breaking the "No More Mr. Nice Guy" cassette & vinyl to my crew back in the super sunny & hot Summer of '89... yes, I'm an old head.👍😎 GURU has always been one of my all-time favorite emcees, as has Premier with the production. Joyful tears and much needed! We NEED an album to bring these 2 legend's work together full circle, just like the ATCQ album "We Got It From Here... Thank You For Your Service". Refreshingly necessary!!! HEAVY RESPECT.
BoChosen you are so right! When I heard this, I was like” how is this ? Rip Guru
Peak rap 🙏
What a relief. I can listen some 90s vibe again
Jewlz Past .. Mission Complete... Now for his next mission somewhere out there ✨
This is that soul touching hip hop ✨ RIP Guru 🙏🏾🌹
RIP Guru. Truly one of the greatest to ever touch a mic.
I can't be the only one whos eyes filled with tears hearing Gurus voice. Legend
This can't be stop.. Guru J Cole on Prem haunting beats ..word up real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. n My Melody
Thank you dad for playing this in the car on my way to school. It perked up my ears when I first heard it and now I can’t stop listening to it.
Wow...Guru was that dude! Peace from South Africa.
This song makes me experience happiness and sadness at the same time.
sick ass song blows the hip hop nowaday a way.
Diamonds are forever like respect in the hood that can’t be bought
most influential rapper i every listen too very poetic and a truest at heart. thanks for the wisdoms and words in your songs.
R.I.P. Gang Starr, your rhymes are hardcore by far, never forget your flow, until that we'll take it slow
I'm a part of Gen Z, and most of my generation doesn't listen to this type of beautiful Hip Hop... I've learned so much from listening to Gang Starr, Cole, Masta Ace, Em, Kid Cudi, Common, Black Star, etc... So many gems given in so many songs, it's truly inspiring and beautiful.
Don't forget about Nas. One of the best lyricist ever along with andre 3000
Same. My dad introduced this type of rap to me at a young age.
I want this played at celebration of life or funeral, whatever it may be... love this track so much 🙌
Shine bright like a diamond!
Gangstarr for life. respect.#coleworld
Diamonds 💎 is like Family, loyalty, the precious ones that left us, like GURU’s infinite thought.... to my brother’s father who passed away today... you are truly a diamond, you will forever shine.... Rest in Power.....
Classic. This needs to be locked in a box like valuable jewels.
4 your eyez only
Shane Mahon you a real one. ^^
Ryan Matson a box of diamonds
Guru blessed this track from heaven. J. Cole killed it. Love his verse and flow.
This song literally had me in tears..I never knew music could do that to you.RIP guru even though you'll never die.
Cole a purest and a legend
Amazing, feel like I'm back in high school lates 90's. What a gem of a track
It feels really good under the skin to just hear this in 2019. Hip-Hop is back!
It never left, if you like Gangstarr you should check out DJ Premier & Royce da 5'9 aka PRHYME
PrimeraEspadaStark ...facts. Hip hop is alive and well.
I never knew a Milennial rapper like J.Cole could spit so hard on a Premo track. J.Cole is the truth. GURU you are forever missed. I wish you was still here. Premier keep doing your thang. Premier the best Hip Hop producer ever hands down.
rappers were shooting themselfs in the wrong decade...
Who agrees that the 90's music was the best?
Guru died of cancer btw
No rapper deserves to get shot, even if they are bad...
Or anyone else...
@@ML-py5hv I wouldn't say that
90s all the you dont hear stuff like this anymore. An he did die of cancer
Daum son. This is what people need right now where I'm at. Everyone seems to have forgotten what it means.
I am a '2000 kid but still feel the '90. I think they fell like this song
They should play this when they be putting me deep 6ft underground.
Fr man.
Fact's brother.
Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought
Jewels
Gang Starr is Timeless
Hip Hop in it's purest and most beautiful form.
I miss this. RIP Guru. Never knew about him until I looked him up.
Please listen to the whole Gang Starr discography and do yourself a favor!
@@xavierstg8753 I'm listening to that and Preem
When cole said "if you don't feel this one give it a sec" he meant go experience life more and the struggles that come with it, that's why he said " go live a little let the years pass experience pain watch the tears crash "
Press the TRUTH AGAINST THE NECK OF THE DEVIL.......
A free ticket to 90's 🌿💨
Ain't family and friends built like this 💯
DJ Premier always pays homage to the classics
Keep it up brotha
WORD UP !
🐐💯💯
I'm newer gen I love this song and it tells the truth
R.I.P GURU ! ONE OF THE GREATEST TO EVER DO IT
He's in my personal top 5 of all time 🔥🐐💎
I played this when I was staying in Washington Heights. OMFG, what a vibe it gives!
Finally real hip hop in 2019. Feels like this could have fit in 96 no problem! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Guru style was extraordinary!
DJ Premier Vibe, we need J Cole on more Boom Bap!
Diamonds are forever!!!
man, this is too good for 2019
GURU LIVES FOREVER!!!
Man....this song is so beautiful. It sparks an imagination in my mind when everything is so perfect and everyone values virtues like kindness, sympathy and just striving to be better.
Diamond's are for ever.
Rest in Heaven Mama
I love you til Infinity.❤
Genuine, original, quality, fulfilling...everything most modern rap is not.
This is real hip Hop ,this feeling when i hear this, is unbelievable
J Cole flow is so damn underrated
God universal ruler universal...c'mon kids. Salute to first fam too. RIP guru. DJ premier is holding us down. One love to all ALL original heads. '81 still staying on
This track is everything! Excellent collab, nostalgic feelings have me teary-eyed.
The beat reminds me of my youth.. beautiful track..