Pass the Mic
Beastie Boys
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If you can feel what I'm feeling then it's a musical masterpiece Hear what I'm dealing with then that's cool at least What's running through my mind comes through in my walk True feelings are shown from the way that I talk and this is me, y'all An M.C., y'all my name is M.C.A. and I still do what I please And now I'd like to introduce (what's up?) I'll pass the mic to D for a fistful of truth The name is D, y'all, and I don't play And I can rock a block party 'till your hair turns grey (So, what you sayin'?) I explode on site I'm like Jimmy Walker, I'm (dy-no-mite!) And now I'd like to pass the mic To Adrock, c'mon and do anything you like I'm the A-D-R-O-C-K, in the place with the bass, I'm going all the way I can't stop y'all, tock-tick, y'all And if you think that you're slick you'll catch a brick y'all 'Cause I'ma turn it in and I'ma turn it out But for now I've got to pass the mic to Yauch Well, on and on and on and on I can't stop, y'all, 'till' the early morn' So rock-rock, y'all, tick-tock y'all, to the beat, y'all To the beat, y'all, c'mon and rock, y'all I give thanks for inspiration, it guides my mind along the way A lot of people get jealous, they're talking about me But that's just 'cause they haven't got a thing to say Well, everybody rapping like it's a commercial Actin' like life is a big commercial So this is what I've got to say to you all Be true to yourself and you will never fall And now I'd like to pass the mic to the A (So what's your name, yauch?) my name is M.C.A I've been coming to where I am from the get-go Find that I can groove with the beat when I let go So put your worries on hold Get up and groove with the rhythm in your soul And now I'd like to pass the mic To my brother Adrock, c'mon and shine like a light Yes, yes, y'all and yes, yes, y'all I'm always on time, nevertheless, y'all And that's right, y'all I shed light, y'all I've got no time in my life to get uptight, y'all So what you gonna say that I don't know already? I'm like Clyde and I'm rockin' steady But time flies when you're having fun, so Mike D (that's me!) C'mon and get some M-I-K-E to the D You come and see me and you pay your fee Do what I do professionally To tell the truth I am exactly what I want to be Now Adrock (huh?) and M.C.A (yeah?) Let's rock this joint in the old school way Well, I'm on 'till the crack of dawn Mowing down M.C.'s like I'm mowing the lawn I go off like nothing can phase me You think we'll ever meet Stevie? (One of these days, D!) But I can stand my ground and I am down To wax an M.C who acts like a clown But for now, I'd like to ask you how You like the feel of the bass in your face in the crowd?
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Written by: ADAM HOROVITZ, ADAM NATHANIEL YAUCH, MARIO CALDATO JR., MICHAEL LOUIS DIAMOND, M. NISHITA
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13 facts about this song
About the Artists"Pass the Mic" is a song by the Beastie Boys, an influential American hip-hop group composed of members Michael "Mike D" Diamond, Adam "MCA" Yauch, and Adam "Ad-Rock" Horovitz.
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Album ContextThe song is the first track on the Beastie Boys’ third studio album called "Check Your Head," which was released in 1992.
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Musical Style"Pass the Mic" exemplifies the Beastie Boys' return to their punk rock roots with its combination of deep grooves and aggressive raps layered over heavy, live instrumentation.
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Song ProductionThe Beastie Boys co-billed their production team, aptly named “Dust Brothers,” for the production of "Pass the Mic."
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ContentThe song's lyrics contain various cultural, historical, and social references, showcasing the wide-ranging knowledge, intelligence, and wit of the Beastie Boys.
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RecognitionIn 1994, "Pass the Mic" won the MTV Video Music Award for Best Group Video.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Pass the Mic" was directed by iconic Hollywood filmmaker Spike Jonze, known for movies such as "Being John Malkovich," "Adaptation," and "Her."
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Album Reception"Check Your Head," the album on which "Pass the Mic" appears, is often cited by critics as one of the Beastie Boys' best works, marking a successful reinvention of the band's sound.
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Legacy"Pass the Mic" set the tone for the Beastie Boys' future works, where they continued to explore the blending of rap with live instrumental performances in their music.
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Samples UsedThe song samples two tracks, "Time for Livin'" by Sly & the Family Stone and "Big Sur Suite" by Johnny Hammond, reflecting the band's love for integrating various musical influences into their work.
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Live Performances"Pass the Mic" became a fan favorite at live Beastie Boys shows, adding a raw and punk-inspired energy to their concerts.
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Record LabelThe album "Check Your Head," which includes "Pass the Mic," was released under Capitol Records, a renowned American record label.
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InfluenceToday, "Pass the Mic" is considered a significant song in the Beastie Boys' career, and their impact on the evolution of hip-hop and rap genres cannot be denied.
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