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This song depicts the failing state of the US economy and warns those that are being effected the most to prepare themselves for things to get a lot worse before they get any better.
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Bolaji was born on Long Island, N.Y. & has been a devoted fan, Lyricist and producer of Rap music since the 80's. He's collaborated with artists, DJ's & independents on numerous mix Cd's & compilations, some of the titles include "Explicit", "Unsigned All-Stars", "Project S.C.A.R", Mick Boogie's Cd release "THE BIG PICTURE", DJ Lordie's "Gangster Music 6", Heat For The Streets Radio Mixtape "Vol.1-Best Of 2010", Rhyme FM Live Mixtapes distributed throughout East Africa, Additional vocals on Mother Superia's "Most Of All" for Island records & more. BOLAJI sounds like a combination of Emcee's that would sit well with the fans of (Eminem, Mos Def, Roots, Nas and Kanye West or Black Eyed Peas) Bolaji has a raspy, Bass tone alongside a confident natural candid delivery like Tupac. Currently Bolaji continues to expand his popularity with production placements, Press interviews/Reviews, Live performances, Mix Cd's, Features, Collaborations, Productions & Commercial/Indie music events including a very different live production approach on a Hip Hop/Rap, Rock & Funk fusion album with a touch of R&B and jazz vocalists entitled "ONE" by the group U&i. U&i primarily consists of MC/Songwriter, producer, performer & engineer Bolaji Barber and Songwriter, producer, performer and bassist Chris Milano. Their debut album entitled "ONE" contains 10 original songs written, produced and performed by Bolaji Barber and Chris Milano with additional performances by Sharon Hunt, Matt Schuelar,Brendan Peter & Troy Cyphers. The Album conveys a multi genre ID of Hip Hop/Rap & Rock due to the collaborative efforts & contributions of the performing artists. Additional info and new music can be previewed at http://www.hotstylemusic.net. Please feel free to sign the guestbook and or add yourself to the email list for video releases, performance dates/locations and Artist promotional items. For licensing, publishing, collaborations, booking and/or placement opportunities & additional information please contact: Bolaji bolaji@hotstylemusic.net http://www.hotstylemusic.net http://www.twitter.com/hotstyle_music Mailing Address: Hotstyle Music P.O. Box 421778 Kissimmee, Fl. 34742 For all other official company information, please send an email to: bolaji@hotstylemusic.net
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Genre
Hip-Hop • Hip Hop General
Charts
Peak #1,046
Peak in subgenre #546
Author
Bolaji Barber & Chris Milano
Rights
Bolaji Barber & Chris Milano
Uploaded
August 15, 2011
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MP3 3.4 MB • 128 kbps • 3:40
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This song depicts the failing state of the US economy and warns those that are being effected the most to prepare themselves for things to get a lot worse before they get any better. Currently available on the U&i collaboration album 2011. http://www.hotstylemusic.net
Lyrics
Hold It Down Verse #1 I got so much on my mind, Global warming, so much crime Inflation, unemployment The cost to travel Food & enjoyment So much stress Trying to provide, I refuse to fail Too much pride, I got motivation I got gift, Yeah I got style I'm so swift I got composure But you could get lit, determined to deliver like the book of Eli I'll fight for it. So much unnecessary pain & suffering Too much mental depression causing confusion, Secluded feelings & thoughts causing them breakdowns No solution In conclusion, Meltdown this is serious you know I tell it like it be This is your man Bolaji on that reality. Hook Get ready for harder times soon to come It’s about to get a lot worse before it gets better son I know you don’t want to hear that but it’s real No fantasy talk when I be on the field - Hold it down - Get ready for harder times soon to come It’s about to get a lot worse before it gets better son No backing out, No backing down, Fire in the hole We got to hold it down.   Verse #2 Now I don’t care if you're White, Black, Blue Yellow or Red & f^~+ed up economy will put everybody to bed, There’s a blueprint in place for leadership & There’s a few foul things that they do with it They got puppets, they got people that pull strings, and they got faces They got people that’s unseen They got ID with names some only got numbers They got key words that trigger 20/20 There’s a time & place for everything & Out of site & out of mind isn't always the best remedy Some time you got to go public & say f*#k it, But just remember suppressors are popular in public Eyes forever watch, A word to the wise An ear is always listening To guide a soldier to a prize Protect your frame Stay up on advantage Listen in on world news You’re living on the same planet. Hook Get ready for harder times soon to come It’s about to get a lot worse before it gets better son I know you don’t want to hear that but it’s real No fantasy talk when I be on the field - Hold it down - Get ready for harder times soon to come It’s about to get a lot worse before it gets better son No backing out No backing down Fire in the hole We got to hold it down. Verse #3 Now there’s a lot going on around you Man, I aint playing Open your eyes & try to see what I’ve been saying They got you thinking that a break is soon to come But truthfully it’s going to be a while before you get one They want you to spend To stimulate economy But how could you spend... If you're barely eating properly Your jobs not holding you tight as you be holding it & you're paying what you aint making for your benefits I wish you sight & know how to hold it down Much respect & love to you & yours baby, Hold it down Hook Get ready for harder times soon to come It’s about to get a lot worse before it gets better son I know you don’t want to hear that but it’s real No fantasy talk when I be on the field - Hold it down - Get ready for harder times soon to come It’s about to get a lot worse before it gets better son No backing out No backing down Fire in the hole We got to hold it down.  
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