Champion
Kanye West
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(Did you realize, that you were a champion in their eyes?) Yes I did, so I packed it up and brought it back to the crib Just a lil' somethin' show you how we live E'r'body want it but it ain't that serious Mm hm, that's that **** So if you gon' do it, do it just like this (Did you realize, that you were a champion in their eyes?) You don't see just how wild the crowd is? You don't see just how fly my style is? I don't see why I need a stylist When I shop so much I can speak Italian I don't know I just wanted better for my kids And I ain't sayin' we was from the projects But every time I want it, layaway or a deposit My Dad'll say "when you see clothes close ya eyelids" We was sorta like Will Smith and his son In the movie I ain't talkin' 'bout the rich ones 'Cause every summer he'll get some Brand new hare-brained scheme to get rich from And I don't know what he did for dough But he'd sent me back to school wit' a new wardrobe and hey! (Did you realize, that you were a champion in their eyes?) I think he did, when he packed it up and brought it back to the crib Just a lil' somethin' show you how we live E'r'thing I wanted man it seemed so serious Mm hm, that's that **** So if you gon' do it, do it just like this (Did you realize, that you were a champion in their eyes?) When it feel like livin's harder than dyin' For me givin' up's way harder than tryin' Lauryn Hill say her heart was in Zion I wish her heart still was in rhymin' 'Cause who the kids gon' listen to? Huh? I guess me if it isn't you Last week I paid a visit to the institute They got the drop out keepin' kids in the school I guess I'll clean up my act like Prince'll do If not for the pleasure, least for the principle They got the CD then got to see me drop gems Like I dropped out of P.E. They used to feel invisible Now they know they invincible (Did you realize, that you were a champion in their eyes?) This is the story of a champion Rounders in the mob and they pop the guns Stand up stand up! Here he comes Tell me what it takes to be number one? Tell me what it takes to be number one? This is the story of a champion Rounders in the mob and they pop the guns Stand up stand up! Here he comes Tell me what it takes to be number one? Tell me what it takes to be number one? (Did you realize, that you were a champion in their eyes?) Yes I did, so I packed it up and brought it back to the crib Just a lil' somethin' show you how we live E'r'body want it but it ain't that serious Mm hm, that's that **** So if you gon' do it, do it just like this (Did you realize, that you were a champion in their eyes?)
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Written by: DONALD JAY FAGEN, WALTER CARL BECKER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Album Appearance"Champion" is a track off Kanye West's 2007 critically acclaimed album, "Graduation".
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Sales AchievementAs part of the "Graduation" album, "Champion" contributed to the record's huge success, with over 957,000 copies sold in the first week.
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Sample UsageThe song is noted for its use of a sample from Steely Dan's song "Kid Charlemagne".
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Steely Dan's ApprovalDonald Fagen and Walter Becker of Steely Dan initially rejected Kanye's request to sample "Kid Charlemagne" but later approved of it after hearing Kanye's version. This is the first time a rap musician was allowed to sample a Steely Dan song.
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Champion's CreationWest's production style mixes electronic music in with the traditional hip hop beat, creating a synthetic, atmospheric backdrop for his lyrics in "Champion".
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Inspirational MessageThe song is often lauded for its inspirational lyrics about striving to become a champion in life, despite the obstacles on the path to success.
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Positive Reception"Champion" received positive reviews from music critics who praised West's production skills and the song's uplifting theme.
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Unique Music VideoDespite not being released as a single, "Champion" received a unique stop-motion music video featuring a Kanye West puppet.
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Competitive SpiritThe song reflects Kanye West's competitive spirit and determination, qualities that are often associated with his persona.
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Cultural Impact"Champion" and its parent album "Graduation" marked a shift in the sound of hip hop towards a more electronic and pop-influenced style.
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