Still Standing
Hilltop Hoods
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Standing in line, fifteen couldn’t wait Couldn’t fathom any talent in rhyme Had to get mine, granted in mind Was my rapping that I thought would never happen in time Odds stacked to reject us, attacking the hecklers Reckless with rap till they had to respect us Laid tracks, never asked for jack for my efforts Cause everything we do comes back to affect us And as long as I got lungs I’m a say this Long as we get love we got some that will hate us We’ll never change it’s done for the faithless I don’t care for favorites on somebody’s play list Ain't enough paper for the names I gotta mention Without them, no way I would of made it a profession I wouldn’t trade it for a day of my obsession We’re staying dedicated to perfection It’s been so long, we’re glad we came Before we gathered fame or had a name Our story hasn’t changed with accolades We’re still standing and we’ll be back again I’m still standing, f*ck it, one of us had to Though I’m not standing still like a statue Man, I can tighten loops like a lasso You see my blood runs blue like a cut up a tattoo It’s ironic, some say it’s even confusing That I’m still standing cos I’m keeping it moving And I’m still champion we keep on improving And I’m Main Source man, I’m breaking and moving atoms What we spit is absurd Since a kid, I’ve always loved the rhythm of words The beauty of language, and spewing the anguish All over the canvas like the riff was a curb Now if you live by the word then you die the pen The critics can criticise but we’re the crème dele crème Me and P-Dela we blend what they’re calling the standard Still standing while they’re screaming when will it end? It’s been so long, we’re glad we came Before we gathered fame or had a name Our story hasn’t changed with accolades We’re still standing and we’ll be back again How long you been here? I’ve been here for years How long you been here? I’ve been here for years How long you been here? I’ve been here for years How long you been here? I’ve been here for years We still sharp, still craft Hip Hop that they played in the park Still jamming, still paving the path Still making our mark, still ain't for the faint of the heart Still standing, still state of the art We still sharp, still craft Hip Hop that they played in the park Still jamming, still paving the path Still making our mark, still ain't for the faint of the heart Still standing, still state of the art
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Written by: BARRY FRANCIS, DANIEL SMITH, HENRY LAWES, MATTHEW LAMBERT
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10 facts about this song
Release Date and Album"Still Standing" is a song by the Australian hip hop group Hilltop Hoods. It was released on their fifth studio album, "State of the Art," which debuted on June 12, 2009.
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Song StructureLike typical hip hop music, "Still Standing" uses a verse-chorus structure, featuring rap verses by the group's members and a hook that emphasizes the song's theme of resilience and longevity in the music industry.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Still Standing" uses animation and it was released on YouTube in September 2009. The music video is described as a "punchy, graphical, eye-catching affair."
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Chart PerformanceWhile "Still Standing" did not top individual song charts, the "State of the Art" album on which it featured reached number one on the Australian Albums Chart in its debut week.
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Critics ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from critics. They praised the punchy beats, the distinctive Australian flavor, the defiant lyrics, and the skillful flow of the rappers.
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Concert Favorite"Still Standing" is one of Hilltop Hoods' essential live performances and favorites among fans. The band has performed this song in several concerts and music festivals since its release.
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Lyrics ThemeThis track is an affirmation of survival and resilience. The lyrics reflect their pride and joy for still being relevant and successful in the challenging music industry.
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Group MembersHilltop Hoods consists of MC Suffa (Matthew Lambert), MC Pressure (Daniel Smith), and DJ Debris (Barry Francis). All of them contributed to the making of "Still Standing."
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Production"Still Standing," as with all tracks from "State of the Art," was recorded in Take Away Studios in Adelaide, South Australia. The album was also mixed and produced by Hilltop Hoods.
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Awards and AchievementsWhile "State of the Art" won Best Urban Album at the ARIA Music Awards 2009, "Still Standing" itself did not win any individual awards. But it still became an essential part of the award-winning album.
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