I don't accept that the new generation is looking for anything different than what we've always been looking for. Depending on the… — Rakim Copy Share Image
It's been a long time...I shouldn't have left you Without a strong rhyme to step to. — Rakim Copy Share Image
Every time I sit down and write I got to put something conscious in there. It's like I got a job now.… — Rakim Copy Share Image
I'm very smart with my paper! I stopped buying things for myself a long time ago - now I just buy things… — Rakim Copy Share Image
Then I explain verses, that remain on the surface. At times it get deep, but I never defeat the purpose. — Rakim Copy Share Image
The laws are gonna have to change. And it's 2016. We can't keep using all the laws that was made back in… — 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
Every time someone come out with an album don't change the whole style up but don't do what they are expecting. Surprise… — Rakim Copy Share Image
I got one of the illest crews in NY but when I travel it's mostly me and my girl, me and my… — Rakim Copy Share Image
My aunt Ruth Brown was a jazz musician. I got hooked on it at a young age, understanding what John Coltrane was… — Rakim Copy Share Image
I've always tried to insert consciousness and spirituality in my records, interpreting the writings of all cultures and religions and how they… — Rakim Copy Share Image
I saw a lot when I was young. The first time I got arrested I was twelve years old. — Rakim Copy Share Image
I try to support my kids in what they do and, at the same time, not push them towards anything. — 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
A lot of times when people listen to music it's because they feel down, and that's when serious hip-hop comes into play.… — Rakim Copy Share Image
One of the main reasons why it didn't work out for me and Aftermath is because I felt my music should sound… — Rakim Copy Share Image
When you're trying to please both sides of the fence at the same time you really can't do that. — Rakim Copy Share Image
Don't even go to the studio if you don't think that your music's going to do something. You're wasting your time and… — Rakim Copy Share Image
When you come out the streets. I ain't braggin'. I never sold drugs but I kept a joint on me. I got… — Rakim Copy Share Image
I try to stay true to my style, and I understand the foundation of my style and where it came from. But… — Rakim Copy Share Image
I get the Martian look all the time even in the hood. I walk down to the shopping block and people just… — 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
