I had a little more freedom when I started sampling because you could actually do what you wanted to do. — Rakim Copy Share Image
It 's amazing how Allah made the mind to the point where we almost alike me and you, we almost see the… — Rakim Copy Share Image
I never tried to crossover or be in the public's eye everyday. I'm laid back with it and at times I wondered… — Rakim Copy Share Image
It might sound crazy but you put your money up and take out a little every week. You put yourself on a… — Rakim Copy Share Image
I love Jay-Z, I love Kanye, and I praise the way he's been able to bring more business out of the jungle. — Rakim Copy Share Image
Elements burst, gave birth the the verse, get the pen from the nurse, but hook the mic up first. — Rakim Copy Share Image
I think rap was a better move for me but football's been my love since I learned how to walk. I was gonna be… — Rakim Copy Share Image
There are certain things that I wish people knew - certain things that I feel I started and certain things that I'm responsible for.… — Rakim Copy Share Image
So I start my mission- leave my residence Thinkin how could I get some dead presidents — Rakim Copy Share Image
My approach to writing rhymes went hand in hand with the music. I'd try to make different rhythms with my rhymes on the track… — Rakim Copy Share Image
My whole thing is if it wasn't for people like ya'll and people like them I wouldn't be me. I love every minute of… — Rakim Copy Share Image
