it is what it is...

already started that...

this is what’s next...

could’ve sworn, should’ve known...

switch gears...

follow me closely or not at all...

a matter of perspective...

something called lyricism...

comment below...

anything else?

Prayer Peace Calm and Tranquility

Frawstakwa aka Osiavo
Empire...

There is an entire universe to explore
When will my work bring forth
An Empire?
An Empire..

There is no now or never
It’s neither here nor there
I’m getting down forever
You see me everywhere 
Bringing the sound from my center
So deep indeed do I dare
To let it spread out from the nexus
Into the
Empire

I’ve just been getting ready for what I’m destined 
To do field tested tried and true no question
Read into reread it then ran up a couple edits
Double check it mic check mic check into the essence
Create ripple effects that reach the deepest depths
Of time and space in respect to where you are in this mess
With my tribe get the message my people are such a blessing
Without y’all forget it there never could be an empire

IPG1 aka Lou
Empire...

Pride and ethics built this that’s why it exist 
when I reminisce it was just a wish 
but the foundation was solid 
the Mic the beat some knowledge 
courage to level up much higher 
It’s what the people wanted it’s what they desire 
imagine that an underground empire
an underground empire

Underground empire No need to call me sire
setting tracks on fire anytime I so desire
I-P-G the initials the one legit official
smooth be the reign that I maintain
Call me LOU cause that too is my name
Level One Up that's my musical domain
For production of my HipHop campaign

Underground baby 
network international
I bringing it full circle y'all and that's undeniable
In case you're being skeptical 
Here's the real scenario 
invincible unstoppable powered up like Mario
production is impeccable
Yeah a true professional
Juggernaut now you know
sow the seeds and watched them grow

Dropping barzzz here we go
Failure's unacceptable 
haters too predictable
small potatoes to me though
Flip the script delectable
I eat them up like vegetables
never been afraid you know
Here it is much clearer though
I'll rock you——to the beat
in mono or stereo
Or anyway you wanna go
Beats are just too plentiful 
I wait for the beautiful
And Spit it like a general
bury it when I'm done
I killed it it's phenomenal

Empire

at the edge of the universe...

who knows what awaits us?
slowly approaching 
a close encounter
at the edge of the universe
at the edge of the universe
a close encounter 
at the edge of the universe 

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are you really out there? 
are you listening?
we’re down here on this little bit
of earth grounded lifting it
getting louder 
-
can you hear me though? 
communicate in stereo
state of alien origin
out of ordinary flows
-
second genesis 
different genetics kid
definitely next level 
unparalleled dimensions 
drawing nearer to the event
horizon ever since it 
brought all of existence 
into being in that instant

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who knows what awaits us?
slowly approaching 
a close encounter
at the edge of the universe
at the edge of the universe
a close encounter 
at the edge of the universe 

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I’m down to visit the outer limits 
about to get it in how I’m living
and now it begins 
the sound the system endowed with spirit
I’ve found my rhythm the rhyming fitted
around it with precision
no doubt I give it all I’ve got within 
power driven about my mission
and proud to admit it
I count my blessings thousands of digits
amounts to this it’s astounding isn’t it?
wow - it is

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who knows what awaits us?
slowly approaching 
a close encounter
at the edge of the universe
at the edge of the universe
a close encounter 
at the edge of the universe 

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At The Edge Of The Universe

Vibrational Energy

I am frawstakwa
Chanting mantras
To open my chakras
Such an awesome feeling
Phenomenon
Going on and on
Vibrational Energy
Gone

I can feel it in my veins 
Coursing through my blood
If it spilled would the stain 
That results resemble love?
Tryna heal all of the pain
No alcohol or drugs
Be chill on the brain
Impulses can be bugged
I’ma deal with it sustained
Absorbed in a hug
I mean I could complain
But I don’t it’s because
Some things stay the same
But I’m focusing on what
Is in my power to change
Otherwise good luck

Vibrational Energy

To the beat on the one on the two - frawstakwa
Bringing it on coming through - frawstakwa 
Doing what I came to do - frawstakwa
Doing what I came to do - frawstakwa

Most definitely wrecking it
Check mic check with it 
The red pen condemn them
Reread it then edited
Nothing left
What is this?
The remains of the day
Merely remnants

Into what’s next
Until last breath
In tune decompressed I’m 
So done with stress
Can I get a yes yes
Can I get a yes yes
Can I get a yes yes y’all?

To my people where you at?’

To My People

Yo
I came up in here with something to say
I’m gonna do it in the form of flows
And then I’m gonna be on my way

Out of tune out of touch you’d assume it be such
I’m consumed by this substance called music too much 
Why for mood it’s a must? how so cool on the cusp?
Of a whole new industrial revolution enough
Of this groove is like drugs inducing you suddenly
Soothing yet stunning astutely like what
Nothing to prove a couple of puns chosen few do it for fun

Get loose
Spread love

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Be On My Way

reasons to survive ;)

    ⁃    Neli Coko
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Chorus
In this journey of life 
we live and learn
so many reasons to survive
a family a home
although the road that we travel
sometimes takes a turn
we always have each other
so we’re never alone
--------
we were put here why?
for what purpose?
I
seriously try 
but the words just
-
    ⁃    like
It’s uncertain 
life
after all this time
still is yearning
-
nearly all my mind
is concerned with 
dies
somehow I still find
it eternal
-
    ⁃    reasons to survive
will be there by and by 
-
don’t be nervous
-

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    ⁃    reasons to survive
will be there by and by 

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    ⁃    reasons to survive
will be there by and by 

alive on arrival in all of the universe
you might never find what is right here for what it’s worth
try anyway see how far that you move at first
mark the line then next time target farther you can do it sure
out of sight out of my mind clear view observe
mine is the right to exist never truer words
life with my wife and my kids so good it hurts
reasons to survive and thrive drive the future forth


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    ⁃    reasons to survive
will be there by and by 

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    ⁃    reasons to survive
will be there by and by 

hello
goodbye 
I’ll be back sometime
Neli Coko

#peace

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thank you do much Neli Coko, I feel like I needed this somehow, those were some wonderful words of yours... I hope to share thoughts with you again... 

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track 1...
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Reasons To Survive

Lounging out on the couch where you found me 
Sounds in amounts you can't count it's astounding 
Allow me to wow you if not no doubt we
Could postpone til later on you know that hounding
Is not my style without fashion I'm clowning
For those that don't know I stay getting down chief
Login and see got my people around me
Most definitely moving the crowd see
Whispering loudly silently shouting
Listen I'm wilding out but so calmly
Ripping the microphone up til you hardly
Recognize what it all was - pardon me
I'm partial to producing parcels 
Delivered in spite of impossible odds
Yet part of me acknowledges 
That with art you keep pushing toward passion beyond
So I continue along each route laid out - like "how could I go wrong?"
Then I turn around and do something stupid producing a popular song
How will it be received? Only time will tell so let's see once it all runs out
And the answers to all of your questions are coming right up after that gotta bounce

What it is though? (4x)

I'm an artist at the heart of it all
Deep
As far as wanting stardom y'all can keep
All that - gimme space - lemme think
It starts from simple thoughts that are unique
Hip Hop - nonstop - to the beat
Frawstakwa - funky fresh for the freaks 
Fast forward from the future antiques
Instant classics each time that I speak
With an intimate grasp of the culture I teach
And an infinite reach in the here and the now
Always and forever even if at some point we forget what it's really about

What it is though?

All my people up in here know what it is yo... (3x)

What it is though? Well, it is what it is...

#peace

What It Is Though

Frawstakwa’s verses
————
one more track then I’m done for the night
just one more track 
recording producing I’m rocking the mic
just one more track

one more track already started that
I am compelled to create dark arts my craft
cast spells using ancient artifacts
make magic pick a card any card put it back
onlookers gasp catch heart attacks
sleight of hand on them pads as I drop hi-hats
where my party people all up in the party at?
throw your hands in the air until your arms collapse
and of course we don’t care beg your pardon jack
I will continue until I am gone at last 
I’ve gotta get me some rest for tomorrow’s plans
and a busy week ahead that will follow that
but right now I’m just chilling out relaxed
on the couch at the crib headphones intact
expanding my brand and my catalogue
with just one more track

one more track then I’m done for the night
just one more track 
recording producing I’m rocking the mic
just one more track
—   —   —   —   —   —
IPG1’s Verses
——
Yeah—-yeah I hear you Homie ———-I hear you 

it took another hit bro 
yeah I’m still dope 
hold onto your headphones 
this one ain’t no joke 
Now check the spells that I invoke 
I just rock 'em to the rhythm until it hurts 
Ain’t no stopping till they’ve learned the ropes 
...and the track gets lit like fireworks
Standing on a cloud-a- style—---it smokes
——check the approach step by step
Select the concept direct the project 
context——perfect —-I’m in effect 
left unchecked —-yeah!
A necessary threat——yeah!
Spitting dope lyrics till I’m totally out of breath—-yeah!
Giving them more than they’d ever expect 
the secret well-kept 
The approach-indirect 
better believe I come correct 
—————-let me put it another way ————-
step-by-step we learn to except 
correct and connect life’s concepts
I select a protect each skill I perfect 
And to the fam that’s listening MUCH RESPECT!!!

One More Track

is it enough yet?
well this is whats next
yes it is one step
away from being where it’s going
when I’m done
check

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I’m compelled to create I’m not saying that I’m great no like seriously wait it’s real simple an artist by nature cause ripple effects with each wave taken form in this function connect on a deeper level the dungeons the depths the dragons that dredge through the drudgery guess that it’s my own fault that people are judging me could just be the presentation productions keep running into snafus they budge right in front of me right before the bridge breaks kicking boom bap beats rap true scripts why lie I’m not that dude cancel misconceived notions now back to something commercial free bring your own snacks through I’ve been out of fashion since way back when so retro I’m rancid electro breakdancing so let’s go by chance if we think we might have something here that is special cherish it nurture protect so it flourishes so ask yourselves what are we encouraging a culture rich in heart mind and soul or one devoid of them all better act like you know

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Is It Enough Yet

been there before...
http://split.nyc/been-there-before

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I could’ve sworn
that my spirit was poured
into my physical form
mere moments ago
I remember it though
the memory of being born
I should’ve known
because I’ve been there before

——

    ⁃    might not seem to make much sense
but it does 
just when 
you’re not paying attention
themed content with each concept 
but how could this be?
reincarnation
someone else already made this confession
everything has already been done 
not to mention
I’ve been there and done that
so many times over
religious routine between chaos and order
that’s stuck on repeat 
randomly 
fractalized
we have only just begun to decode it
can’t you see?
that half the time
we are relearning what’s already known 
but long and forgotten
the short version
most questions are the answers we’re searching for
forevermore 
I should’ve known
because I’ve been there before

——

I could’ve sworn
that my spirit was poured
into my physical form
mere moments ago
I remember it though
the memory of being born
I should’ve known
because I’ve been there before

——

    ⁃    it feels so familiar
something intrinsic
somehow instilled in the
past lives lived
passed down since gills
amphibious existence 
it gives me the chills
in my webs and my fins
deep breath lungs filled
if I drown in my dreams
do I die then for real?
as I recall yes sometimes
until
embryonic thoughts bear fruits in this field
    ⁃    high yield
naturally selected 
survival skills ‘cause life can get hectic
and you better bet that it will
when you least expect it 
mass extinction event 
go get the checklist
nobody left if
there was even anybody there when we met this
Big Bang theory 
the point being the nexus
which feels familiar
because I’ve been there before

——

I could’ve sworn
that my spirit was poured
into my physical form
mere moments ago
I remember it though
the memory of being born
I should’ve known
because I’ve been there before

——

    ⁃    let us explore
all that the universe has in store
all that we do is worth its reward 
it is all up to you as for me I am bored
been there and done that 
but tell me what for
something material?
or something much more?
don’t be so serious
settle those scores
if you’re just playing games
it’s the dice that you roll
how can life be controlled?
yeah well I’d like to know
not for my own motives
I just gather info
to further understanding
beyond ego
superfluous go
with the flow
it is all about soul
it’s about that time
if you ‘bout that yo
what’s it all about?
what it’s all about
well once in a while you get the opportunity to let ‘em know
yo
I’ve been there before

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I could’ve sworn
that my spirit was poured
into my physical form
mere moments ago
I remember it though
the memory of being born
I should’ve known
because I’ve been there before

——

    ⁃    back at it again
with a pad and a pen 
detailed documents
each tale that I spin
recycled with a grin
it’s as if it’s an infinite loop
let’s begin
this never ending story
table of contents
the framework the formula
suffers pretense
no guts no glory
but in my defense
these words cut deep
I have torn my flesh
just to bare my soul
and the scars are fresh
wounds heal slowly
but time does it’s best
and you already know what’s next
so will you choose to go with the flow
or reject 
what’s been set in place 
destiny or fate
definitely take
a second look make
up your mind like “wait
I think I’ve been here before”...

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Been There Before

love your life
there’s nothing like it
anywhere else in existence
sometimes you might
need to remind yourself
it starts with you 
what’s your mission?

lemme shift gears listen here dear this is vital it’s all about survival of the fittest that is final but what sort of fitness? body heart mind soul ready for whatever the world throws your way blindfolded be prepared because you better believe that this life holds highs lows and all of those in between it’s fine though you’ve got what it takes no doubt indeed I know but there I go again taking away your iPhone 

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Love Your Life

sirobosi frawstakwa follow me closely or not at all 

the majority will most likely miss out but y’all right here right now are on 

and we ain’t falling off ‘cause we bounce to the beat to the break of dawn 

see there ain’t nothing wrong with just having a good time with a song

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 for the love of Hip Hop what’s up?
nothing much it’s just art and culture 
wonder what will have become customs
in the near future under the assumption
the world doesn’t rupture before then such a
time at which spirits would be summoned 
inner demons released from their dungeons
fire breathing blackening lungs 
in a post apocalyptic wasteland but I bet someone still will be playing drums 
and speaking their mind to the rhythm and the rhyming 
into the wind a distance hush
making their mark in the ash and dust
while a flock of hungry vultures circle above them 
guess that I’ve run out of fun stuff


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Just Having a Good Time With A Song

divine intervention

it’s how you look at things a matter of perspective
take look st yourself that is your reflection
it look like we might as well look into what’s next then
divine intervention 

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define the message I don’t mind but I should mention that my meaning is a finding yet to be determined guess it’s something we really would like to be certain of so observant but can’t seem to see what surely is right in front our person I don’t stress it I just sit back and check out how it all works so I can turn around and choose my direction then take that first step into the next dimension becoming one with the essence my understanding is stretching the limits until it hurts

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links to #frawstakwapella tracks...

track 1...
https://split.nyc/s-866h5w87aueo6lf-divine-intervention-110bpm-23frawstakwapella

track 2...
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Divine Intervention

once
upon
a time
there were
two turntables and a microphone 
come correct or don’t step leave that life alone
you see you had to have skills tell me right or wrong
if you don’t know yo listen to the song
because I’m boutsta break it down for all of y’all 
with The Way It Is come to drop the bomb
it’s that Lou Osiavo y’all already know
#frawstakwaforyou 
c’mon

eerie calm

there is something called lyricism 
which seems to be missing
I’ve seriously tried to listen
it’s of no consequence kill it
where’s all the consciousness gone to?
there’s something wrong with this picture
isn’t it odd that what’s popular
is to wallow in ignorance?
all the followers fill in for what should be self fulfillment
I feel especially sorry for those who can’t keep it real
I just keep wrecking it
real recognize real with the rhythm
and the rhyming with so much heart and soul
that’s how I’m living

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Once Upon A Time

frawstakwa
came to rock and
roll
on and on it’s
like water
flows
whatchya want?
I could drop it hot or
cold

call and response
comment below (3x)

dialogue
make the music talk
like so
far beyond
make it walk
fast or slow
but cannot 
make it stop
stay on go

call and response
comment below (3x)

off and on
and quite often
in limbo
eerie calm
to my heartbeat
the tempo
c’mon now
I know y’all got
the memo

call and response
comment below (3x)

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Call and Response

banging to the breaks with it...

ladies and gentlemen
join me in now in announcing
something amazing
so ready set
go
we’re about to begin 
getting down
with the sound
keep the beat 
banging to the breaks with it

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and so with no further delay let’s get into this
instrumental I orchestrated each level next
in case if we’ve never met let’s say I’m just a sentient 
being that’s been sent to express what the thinking is
brainwaves mapping my mind feel how deep it gets
one time is all it takes to experience
what all it is creating experiments
to the beat banging make it break when the bridge begins

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Banging To The Breaks

I feel good
-
just like I knew that I would
I figured that I could
and I felt as though I should
anything else?
that is all
understood
I’m good
good feeling
good feeling y’all
a good feeling
-
I figured that I could
and I felt as though I should
anything else?
that is all
understood
I’m good

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who me? I can’t complain
because you see I’ve been through thangs
truthfully I became
who I am now due to the pain
if you knew me in my youth
then I do not need to explain
if you didn’t you might wonder
lemme break it down, okay?
born and raised in a time and place
overrun by drugs and gangs
parents wanted to keep me safe
but but I lost them both to AIDS
before I was a teenager
my world in disarray
couldn’t help but feel ashamed
or play the blame game
what was I supposed to think maybe
that it was simply fate?
sometimes when something’s broken
that’s what shows you what it’s made of
put the pieces back together
and you pray that they will stay
as for me I took those pieces
and I put them on display
as a constant reminder
and then continued on my way
took it all as life lessons
that I learn from to this day
make the most of each moment
because you never know when
you’re gonna undergo an
event that’s life changing

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I feel good
-
just like I knew that I would
I figured that I could
and I felt as though I should
anything else?
that is all
understood
I’m good
good feeling
good feeling y’all
a good feeling
-
I figured that I could
and I felt as though I should
anything else?
that is all
understood
I’m good

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