I was an underground artist, but the underground status was successful. Coming from where I came from to see where rap is… — Rakim Copy Share Image
As a young artist, especially in rap and at that time that I came out, originality was big. — Rakim Copy Share Image
Before I started rapping and touring I weighed about 160. But by going on the road every night eating fast food, performing… — Rakim Copy Share Image
I can't look at TV without seeing something that's been influenced by rap. Even commercials for cereal. When I was small, I… — Rakim Copy Share Image
Tried to put shame in my game to make a name, I'mma put it on a bullet...put it in your brain. — Rakim Copy Share Image
Sometimes people say yo do you think rap changed you. No doubt it changed me. If I wasn't making records I'd still… — 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
