StarbucksI’ve spoken to Denzel and Russel Beyonce and Busta Had dinner with Debbie Allen Norm Nixon etc… Rubbed elbows with stars and czars In bars, in cars You name it; I’ve done it thus far Not to mention, I too am in love with attention So I’ve paid attention to all those I’ve mentionedNext question: Does it sound to you as if I’m star struck? No, I just want star bucks So I can open a Starbucks I love fancy cars, trucks, and amazing homes But I gotta make large bucks for savings and loansI hope you hear me ‘Cause here is my theory: 10% to my church, 10% to myself Keep my mind in good spirits, and my body in health So from this moment on, I now make a pledge I’m thirsting for knowledge so that I’ll know the ledgeYes, I went to college But I studied co-eds Instead of studying my physics I practiced phys. ed.Yes, physical education That was my thesis- The anatomy and physiology Of the female species Yes, I was a lion lyin’ to and lyin’ with Various felines- tigresses and lionessA biology major and a scientist Who studied in a studio To get ready for the radio Promoters paid me doe (But not much really though)I had to hustle, bustle, wrestle, rassle, rustle, and tussle Utilize mental, spiritual, and physical muscle And scuffle with the hassles Of an industry that doesn’t love youI’ve kicked it with Fredro Starr, Omar Epps, Kashif and Guru Flavor Flav, Chuck D, Melle Mel, and Ice Cube too Rubbed elbows with stars and czars In bars and cars You name it; I’ve done it thus farHave I ever been rich? That’s the question they’re askin’ I’m wealthy right now From my days in Manhattan Meeting and greeting And learning the politricks Rubbing elbows with actresses Executives; model chicks Pickin’ up pieces of puzzles from peers A beer-a-holic who spent years just guzzling beersNow, when I say wealthy I’m not talkin’ ‘bout dollars I’m talkin’ ‘bout God Family, friends, health, and knowledge I’m soaking up info from all my surroundings I’m soaking my feet from the pavements I’m poundingNever met Madonna or Lola Falana Never had dinner with Dinero, nor spent Summers with Donna But I’ve watched and observed What it takes to go far Shoot for the moon You are what you are Believe in yourself That helps relieve stress Then strip away the bullshit A star is what’s leftNext question: Do I seem to you to be star struck? No, I just want God’s love And a cappuccino from StarbucksAn excerpt from "My Life Story: From Ghetto to Greater, From Gutter to God" Written by Shamello Durant
From the Shamellion Rebellion to Stevie Wonder, From Barry Manilow to KRS-One, From Harry Chapin to Rakim, From Billy Joel to Marvin Gaye, From Seals and Crofts to Ice Cube, From Carlos Joabim to Common, From Public Enemy to De La Soul etc...in other words I vibe off of great song writers and I live off of Hip Hop
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