4 More
De La Soul
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(Never gonna give up on you) We gonna do it like this (Just a little bit) Like that (just a little bit) Zhane (just a little bit) De La (just a little bit, c'mon) I'll never give you up No, I'll never stop Keep it comin' Keep on comin' for more I'll never give you up No, I'll never stop Keep it comin' Keep on comin' for more It's that brown man from long islandin' shores Got a way with women, so I get away with yours Because you're whole game's outdated Which leaves all the pretty women heavily sedated Mummy you can play your Ripley's Or believe it or not I shoot gift like heron With skills of gil-scott Nights like sir Lancelot can get heated Prescribin' your vibe, love, I know how you need it I'll never give you up No, I'll never stop Keep it comin' Keep on comin' for more I'll never give you up No, I'll never stop Keep it comin' Keep on comin' for more I like to mingle sometimes So I head out of state to find a couple of dimes But a government rate can't settle for no nickels Even pennies for thought for short I need connections With big bank selections Securing all the sections With sing-sing corrections Seedin' like nature, escapin' like gas Tell me how long this love is gonna last Thinkin' fast might spoil somethin' Turn a [?] to nothin' [?] to your lady is special Seen a bigger picture on the screen But you're a movie, you move me You soothe me like holidays, getaways The brochure said do it So true It's not a hold hand mission Cut the public display Heard you're headed for the stars Put the gazers away Mine times out of ten We cut to good friends But when we on the tenth We gotta go the length I'm not a playa Yet i get more play Than a talk show shown Cross the USA Have em' moanin' out the vowels sounds Oh, ei, and ah And how by now you should know me and my Do members of the opposite sex Have their boyfriend screaming out We got more techs Than that ball team in Georgia [Yo, he said he's comin for ya] All because the ho wanna go to the Casbah I'll never give you up No, I'll never stop Keep it comin' Keep on comin' for more I'll never give you up No, I'll never stop Keep it comin' Keep on comin' for more You can get with Some of these women Some of the time When your face is in the light [?] stirred with lime Is it a crime To set your mind to death? Resuscitated See how many brain cells left I feel your body's drawn to my positive Don't even want a baby If it's that easy to give I live right around the corner Three states away Take a holiday Come check me Watch how I set the Mood, check a movie on the tube Get your belt mad loose like lee Phone's turned way down To avoid the beef Or the questions If she's the only one gettin' lessons You're into crime faces, huh? Well I'll play your Capone Suzy Q got the grill To make the cake chrome Situation's gettin' absurd Hot on a plat So work the format See how we do that? And you're figurin' We love on the rock I'ma keep it up front To maintain the stock Displayin' all the goodies From your knuckle to knees Make it hot like the island degrees Now that's special
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Written by: incent Mason Jr. Lamont, David Jude Jolicoeur, Kelvin Mercer, Gary S. Scott
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12 facts about this song
Album Information"4 More" is a track from De La Soul's fourth studio album, "Stakes Is High," which was released in 1996.
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CollaborationThe track features rapper and actor Mos Def, who is known for his collaborations with a variety of artists across multiple genres.
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MessageThe song contains social commentary about capitalism, consumerism, and materialism in society, which is a characteristic of De La Soul’s music.
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Change in ProductionThe album "Stakes Is High" marked a significant shift in De La Soul's career as it was the first album they produced without longtime collaborator, Prince Paul.
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Music Style"4 More" is known for its mix of hip-hop and jazz influences, with a minimalist beat that allows the lyricism to shine through.
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LyricsThe chorus of "4 More" is catchy and impactful, with the repeated phrase, "In a world of consumption is never enough, everybody's hustling 'cause nobody's job is paying them much."
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Guest Feature"4 More" is one of the few tracks on "Stakes Is High" that featured a guest artist, indicating De La Soul's respect and admiration for Mos Def's work.
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Track RankingDespite not being a single, "4 More" is highly regarded among fans and often ranks high in listings of the best songs from "Stakes Is High."
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Stakes Is High" Album ReceptionWhile "Stakes Is High" received mixed reviews at the time of its release, it is now widely considered one of the most important hip-hop albums of its era.
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Cultural SignificanceReflecting on societal pressures, "4 More" contributes to De La Soul's reputation as socially conscious musicians. The song still holds relevance today, often being used in discussions about economic inequality and consumerism.
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SamplesLike many De La Soul songs, "4 More" uses samples to create its distinctive sound. It includes samples from "Garvey's Ghost" by Max Romeo and "Blow Your Head" by Fred Wesley and The J.B.'s.
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First-Time Collaboration"4 More" marked the first time De La Soul and Mos Def worked together on a track.
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