a bit in the zone...

Massive thanks again to Bitzone and DeeP. for keeping the energy going on this projects. Big up to RS Frawstakwa on keeping connected and always being down to bust some rhymes on another track. I have been digging not playing any role in the music production department and just laying down vocals.

“It Ain’t Looking Good,” similar to “I Don’t Owe Ya,” and “Deeper” are influenced by my daily commute to work and the neighborhoods I drive through. The vibrations I was mostly influenced by were very different when I lived in the bay area and worked in Silicon Valley. Santa Cruz had a slightly similar vibration to my current commute, but it was definitely more sunny, positive, and new age. I also suppose that the lyrics and vibe of these tracks are also influenced by the current societal focus on Mental Health. 

As always, I appreciate you all listening and commenting and supporting the music on my page. What a long strange trip it’s been. I wish everyone greater and deeper knowing and appreciation of themself. 

Bitzone: Keys, Backing Vocals, Drums, Bass, Arrangement, Production, and Mastering
https://soundcloud.com/bitzone
DeeP.: Keys, Drums, Bass, Percussion, Arrangement & Production
https://soundcloud.com/detlef-piepke
RS Frawstakwa: Lyrics and Vocals
https://soundcloud.com/frawstakwa 
Couch King: Lyrics, Vocals, and Vocal Arrangement
https://musiciselation.bandcamp.com

Lyrics

Rolling through the hood with a crack in the glass 
Dent in the trunk from 3 years past
Flashing on the dash cause always low on the gas 
What what ch-u looking at huh
What ch-u looking at

Police rolling up hoping they just gonna pass
Marijuana legal no more looking for grass
Still watching out keeping it real working class
What what ch-u looking at huh
What ch-u looking at

Sole falling off the shoe ain’t embarrassed 
Yea it’s the same hoodie, why’d you even ask 
Don’t need to explain why we taken it back 
What what ch-u looking at huh
What ch-u looking at

In the Veil of Darkness
You still see a profile 
And it ain’t looking good for me
And it ain’t looking too good for me
And it ain’t looking good for me

Scowl on the prowl feeling real hopeless
Low vibration got no focus 
Don’t need your fuckin’ help fuck your diagnosis 
What ch-u looking at huh
What ch-u looking at 

Hanging in the parking lot 
Bumming cigarettes 
Mindin’ our own business
Joking bout regrets 
Gave up trying to change
Now we get what we get
Yea we act a fool 
But your the one with threats 
We ain’t looking at you
So why you all upset 

Whatchya lookin’ at?
Stop and stare and laugh
Take a photograph 
It’ll last longer that way
Oh snap
Spit actual facts
About this and that 
By the paragraph
None of it’s an act
I just rap

Bitzone, DeeP., RS Frawstakwa, & the Couch King - It Ain't Looking Good

Sirobosi Frawstakwa, member of the Instagram group "Verse of the Day" invited me to a special chat (at Wowapp, see below)- this group and the chat are dedicated to freestyle rappers who only work with their smartphones.
•thanks, that's a talented bunch of vocalists - very cool ;)•

I like the idea to bring poems to the world in such a short and unadulterated way. So I asked him if he would give me some of his verses to combine with something new and yes :)
here it is:

*How Did They Know?*

how did they know that I would flip out with the flows?
was it something I said? assuming so but I suppose
that that’s the way that it goes like how else could I ever hope
to upload a viral video as a post?
I’m nowhere near a pro but if by chance I get close
I’ll continue to show integrity gotta have soul
in this twilight zone guest starring celebrity ghosts
I just get in the spirit when I get on the microphone

without a worry in the world
working my way towards rhyming with every word
I guess you could say I’m a nerd
or something else unlike what you have ever heard of
some of my lyrics are absurd
others are profound and each of them obscure
through it all rest assured
that me without a sound it never would occur

never striking a pose in model citizen mode
political moves without ulterior motives
a modern day mogul making the most of the moment
the message in the music just keeps on giving them more
so without further adieu about to give them what for
and if you want to know the reason why I’m not really sure
it’s just a natural occurrence an artist to the core
and this has been my #verseoftheday thanks for listening yo

this is my second attempt at catching wreck mic check
but maybe it’s just not my time yet

early bird gets the worm
meaning get up ready to get out there and earn
I’m not waiting until my turn
both ends of the candle burn baby burn
I’ve been aware of my worth
I wonder what would happen if I pushed myself further
well let me finish this first
then I’ll follow up with something so good that it hurts

always been old school
since the days of my youth

——
vocals & artwork by @frawstakwa
production by @bitzone
——

This is a contribution to:
The WowApp Cypher Series presents…
https://soundcloud.com/collaborativeefforts/the-wowapp-cypher-series-presents-how-did-they-know
curated by Sirobosi Frawstakwa
www.wowapp.com/w/frawstakwa

How did they know? #Frawstakwa

A new chapter of cooperation with Frawstakwa.
Thanks DeeP. for advice and action.
We hope you like it!

vocals, lyrics & artwork by @frawstakwa
keys & guitar by @detlef-piepke
music & production by @bitzone

*Feel The Pulse*

feel the pulse
energy surges through our circuitry
feel the pulse
power courses through our veins
feel the pulse 
art and culture is a courtesy
afforded us 
by this mysterious force of nature
(2x)

——

Respect is something earned
Not given
Live and learn 
Stop tripping 
What would your mama say, huh?
Just gotta keep it real
How ya living?
the same thing you are living your life for
would you be willing to die for?
do you have it in you to try more?

——

how should I start this? 
well first I'm a lifelong artist 
who obviously ain't the smartest about it 
I'm honest at least though 
lots of cats out here are high on thy ego 
second I'm a simple man I see y'all as equals 
each an individual and all y'all my peoples 
free will is principle three because we hold 
the potential to know things if only we could bring ourselves to think 
and let's see what number four is 
I don't know - please I just came here to flow 
not to talk about me - let's go 
should I talk about you? I don't know 
spark of genius the gears they’re a’turning
my mind’s a machine which appears to be working 
if I am to get anywhere near where I am destined to go
then one thing is for certain
it’s all up to me the one and only person
upon whom my future depends this is perfect
because no one other than I and I 
will share the same primary concern kid
as the center of my inner circle
I understand the importance of my purpose
a controversial public service
should I do some soul searching?

——

Respect is something earned
Not given
Live and learn 
Stop tripping 
What would your mama say, huh?
Just gotta keep it real
How ya living?
the same thing you are living your life for
would you be willing to die for?
do you have it in you to try more?

——

speaking to the people them ain't keeping any secrets 
I'm just reaching to achieve something that no one can believe 
I can feel it in the deepest of depths of my spirit 
I'm frequently thinking out loud you can hear it you can see 
make nothing but progress follow my own lead 
acquiring knowledge fulfilling my needs 
I either win or I learn - because I take the time to read between the lines indeed 
speaking to the people them I keep on sending messages 
no secret it's intended for the people them so let's begin 
again enter the next dimension with the way that I get it in 
the people them they digging it the wickedness 
if this isn't enough then stay tuned to bear witness when 
whatever turn of events it is that will happen hits 
the rhythm of life
this is it
time space continuum type

——

Respect is something earned
Not given
Live and learn 
Stop tripping 
What would your mama say, huh?
Just gotta keep it real
How ya living?
the same thing you are living your life for
would you be willing to die for?
do you have it in you to try more?

——

feel the pulse
energy surges through our circuitry
feel the pulse
power courses through our veins
feel the pulse 
art and culture is a courtesy
afforded us 
by this mysterious force of nature
(2x)

Feel The Pulse

Feel The Pulse #Frawstakwa|DeeP

Eight Soundcloud musicians together, what an experience!
I wet my pants and at the same time I am incredibly proud. This song is one of the most exciting I've ever done. 
I am really grateful for the encouragement from all sides during the process, thank you very much!

I hope to speak for all involved - may you, esteemed listeners, enjoy the song!


vocals: Frawstakwa https://soundcloud.com/frawstakwa
vocals: Couch King https://soundcloud.com/couch-king-presents
vocals: Stone Catcherye https://soundcloud.com/stonecatcherye
brass: Joerxworx https://soundcloud.com/joerxworx
guitars: Russ Sinfield https://soundcloud.com/russell-sinfield
organ & co-arranging: DeeP. https://soundcloud.com/detlef-piepke
drums: Noah Biggeleben https://soundcloud.com/theblacksuedeshoes
electronics, bass, additional drums & odd melodies https://soundcloud.com/bitzone

mix & master: bitzone

*Black Into Blue*
(Frawstakwa)
we’ve dreamt in the darkness ending with dawn
opening upon vast expanses beyond
the shadows of structures we’re stretching across
intersections of our systems of thought
which should serve to strengthen us all
awakening the sleeping dragon c’mon
I take it we might need to break down some walls
to let in some light clear the air knock it off

(Couch)
I’ve been holdin’ on vision goin’ strong
Days are long not looking forward to the dawn
When the rays are gone sleep can linger on
Eternal rest I’d be blessed ain’t saying sinners wrong 
I can confess but god be my witness 
I never did much harm so why do I feel forlorn 
Manifest the stress of the station I was born
You gave me hope but I was torn pessimistic 
Fellin’ the pressure to be realistic 
That’s a whole lotta haters talking
That’s my inner mocking 
That’s the life generations have been walking
That’s the future for my kids I’ve been hopping I’ve been stopping
You say it’s just me who’s been blocking
Ain’t knocking the pursuit but startin’ negative on the loot
Got me resolute this dream was never true 
For me 
Still heading black into blue 
We’ll see

(Frawstakwa)
if not that then let us pause 
in silent reflection a song
somehow inspiring awe 
black into blue and I yawn
as the eastern pearl of blonde
rises and fires a shot
from where the horizon was born
that single line on the dot
signed sealed delivered and hot
get up give it all you’ve got
we’re only here on this rock
to do what we need to so what do you want?
time for me to stop

(Stoney)
keep your head strong, when light comes, I will meet you where 

the sky will brighten up my dear, 
your eyes will finally see clear, 
outside it's too cold for this fear, 
black into blue, this bruise will heal

is the dream ending here, goodbye to the fear, from cave I appear

the sky will brighten up my dear, 
your eyes will finally see clear, 
outside it's too cold for this fear, 
black into blue, this bruise will heal

Black Into Blue #Frawstakwa|Couch King|Stone Catcherye|Joerxworx|Russ Sinfield|DeeP|Noah B

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