Guru lives on in the hearts of all real heads helpin keep the beat to your life.. Big RespEcT bald head slick..Rest easy. Big up Premier, thank you for this putting together this album and the rest of the Gangstarr Foundation
Guru has been gone since February 2010 (nearly 12 years). 🙏 He died from a blood cancer known as 'Multiple Myeloma' but his legacy in Hip Hop remains stronger than ever to this day. DJ Premier is still the G.O.A.T. for records. I used to have Pete Rock in the Top 3 but I met him 2 years ago in NY and he was Racist Piece of Garbage. Pete Rock literally refused to sign Soul Survivor albums for anyone that wasn't "black looking" to him.
He kind of went backwards with the message though. He comes in and contradicts everything they're comparing to diamonds: family, loyalty, respect. He goes on to bash them and says dudes are dumb for having diamonds making about materialism when the message wasn't materialism to begin with. I could be wrong though
"Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought, Like respect in the hood that can't be bought." - Guru 9 years after his death still rippin' the realest bars
Guru has been gone since February 2010 (nearly 12 years). 🙏 He died from a blood cancer known as 'Multiple Myeloma' but his legacy in Hip Hop remains stronger than ever to this day. DJ Premier is still the G.O.A.T. for records. I used to have Pete Rock in the Top 3 but I met him 2 years ago in NY and he was Racist Piece of Garbage. Pete Rock literally refused to sign Soul Survivor albums for anyone that wasn't "black looking" to him.
Who listening in 2020 cuz we going into it like freshly cut diamonds 😎 Edit: I had no idea 2020 was going to be this crazy when I wrote this🤣🤣, shit, shout out to those who keep fighting on. Shit wild as fuck. Also this the most likes I gotten ever thanks guys🤣🤣. Stay strong its tough out here but this is the pressure that makes a diamond 😁
Like a freshly cut diamond Like a freshly cut diamond Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty Or real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought Like respect in the hood that can't be bought Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty Or real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought Like respect in the hood that can't be bought Word up, diamonds (Like a freshly cut diamond) Diamonds are forever like friends that'll kill for you Run up in a jewelry store, burglary, steal for you Bill with you, split the diamond into ice blue Thrice he tried to disrespect our kinship, I don't like you And now you axed out the fam' But I'm cashin' checks, with Premier on this jam Robin Leach, interviews on the beach When we shake hands, nothin' but ice on the reach And I teach Like the Rap Reverend Ike without the perm', I preach There's more you need to learn, I return for my streets Gainin' my wealth, trainin' myself For corny confrontation with haters who be playin' themselves Diamonds, I like my world of rap Your rhymin', hah, it's like a world of crap And a diamond is like a fly ass girl that's strapped And you can't beat that with a bat Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty Or real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought Like respect in the hood that can't be bought Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty Or real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought (Yeah) Like respect in the hood that can't be bought Word up, diamonds Diamonds (Diamonds), diamonds (Diamonds), yeah Pick up the pen, write down a sin, it's cleanse Lay that shit down, play it for friends Make a few M's, then do it again J. Cole, who'da thought you woulda been rhymin' with Ghost Guru flows forever like a diamond The most could never afford the precious jewels That's precisely why I'm blessin' you with clear-cut messages I'm destined to invest in urban sections where depression rules I hope to heal the destitute before I leave this vestibule Between the heavens and the seven circles Where some dead homies maybe rest, I plan to resurrect a few I press the truth against the naked devils Look at the youth just like a precious pebble Meant to be protected, mentally we let this Poison of Western philosophy make it sloppy We forgot we are the chosen From hip-hop to astronomy, they copy what we showed them Niggas be talkin' slick, but only try me over modems In person they starstruck, they hearts flutter I'm like the realest one you ever met If you don't feel this one, give it a sec' Go live a little, let the years pass Experience pain, watch the tears crash on to the floor Hurt brings wisdom Wisdom brings a whole 'nother sort of understandin' Diamonds only worth what we demandin', uh, uh And niggas payin' top-dollar Once upon a time I paid a 100 for mine, now I'm a lot smarter Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty Or real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought Like respect in the hood that can't be bought Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty Or real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought Like respect in the hood that can't be bought I rock diamonds that cut glass out of window panes Baldhead Slick blazing tracks when the indo's flame Rocks that bling, rocks that make them jock my team Rocks that shine, rocks that keep my hand on my nine Rocks that blind, make the High Rocks drop down One of a kind, niggas best jet from the spot when I cock mine Diamonds are like your man you always call fam' Diamonds are like your grandma you always call ma'am Diamonds are like having the whole world in your hand Diamonds are like the shows I ripped with no band Rockin' your knot, stoppin' your plot It's me, Baldhead Slick Duke, coppin' your block For you it's only pain, for me it's only gain Diamonds are like loyalty, iced out like royalty Diamonds are like my wifey, so sweet the way she spoils me (So good) Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty Or real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought Like respect in the hood that can't be bought Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty Or real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought Like respect in the hood that can't be bought Word up, diamonds (Like a freshly cut diamond)
That song made me realize how dope J. Cole's flow is. I thought i'd never hear from Gang Starr again and now, after 10 years since Guru's passing.....man, tears in my eyes and my heart is shining. Best music moment in 2019!
J Cole kinda ruined it though with going completely a different way with the diamond message. They were comparing it to loyalty, respect and family but Cole came in and talking bout being smart and not buying diamonds and clowning dudes for paying millions for em
Man, crazy to think one of my favourite Gang Starr songs would be made after Guru passed... This song and "Moment of Truth" would be two songs I want at my funeral.
1st song that made me feel something in a long time. Reminds me of the days being young banging mass appeal and above the clouds in the car. Premo hands down the best producer ever. Literally took me back to the 90s early 2000s. Can't express how much I appreciate this. Much love from Providence
no way. Hip Hop is waaaay better now. Just watch a live show. The track plays in the background lyrics included and the artist just jumps on the stage like a lunatic ! That is true hip hop !
Your money being spent directly with the artist....improves the quality of music to hear. Spend money on the following.. Anything or Body DJ PRIEMER Pryme The Roots Talib Kwali Common Erykah Badu Oshun NAS Dmx Bahamadia Lauren hill Snow tha product Soul Cat E Phife Lord Finesse Large Professor Pete Rock 9th Wonder KRS 1 Outkast BunB E 40 Cormega Capone and Noreaga Onyx Mia x Gangsta Boo Mystikal Brand Nubian Fat Joe I can name drop more
Lol as much as I get it I dislike the ‘ownership’ of observation or nature. We did it first bla bla. We did it better bla bla. Doesn’t matter who it’s coming from it defeats what humanity could be and promotes what it always has been. Selfishly competitive.
@@bigdawgggbachi5394 no bro Gangstar is foundational HIP-HOP anything foundational to HIP-HOP has a tremendous following just check this same song on vevo
This song came out at the same day my girlfriend broke up with me and since then I am listening to this song almost everyday and it helps me a lot to show my emotions and embracing the sadness. Thank you Gang Starr for the great music all the years!
Cole was talking about how he got mixed criticism from KOD and he was saying that if you didn’t like it it’s because you haven’t experienced enough life, that’s why he follows it up with live more years or something like that. KOD was meant as the struggles that we all face on the daily.
this track almost bring a MF to tears just to think how beautiful this rap music is right here as a young schoolar i grew up through out the 80$/90$( the best times) and saw all that was lost rappers/leaders/homies to (for) this culture that began in the streets and in the streets belongs and only Real MFs can relate ____ Primo thank you for always keepin it 100 with the authentic sound that real real sound big homie is much apreciated, 🙏 Guru the Legend ___ and we out ..........
Yes sir. I agree. As a product of the 80's, the whole 80's and 90's. I was born in 71', so i was there, with the vinyls, memorizing sugar hill gang and spoonie g, listening to new york radio, the gateway to real, raw, pure hip-hop, watched it as it started out in the parks, to the fresh fests, then to conscious, Ra, PE, african mediallions, to street disciples, nas, biggie,pac, and so on and so on, hiphop had many forms, sounds and every artist was unique in their own way, lyrics were everything, you memorized them, beats were samples, djs cuttin n scratchin, breakbeats, nah mean, nylon bvds, wallabee clarks, bally boots, mock necks, leather fronts, lees n levis with permanent creases, name plates, gold fronts, kangols, cassettes, tapin off the radio, mr. Magic. Da awesome two, red alert, latin rascals. Chuck chillout, NY radio was HIPHOP, Boom boxes @ the basketball courts, the tunnel, canal street, orchid street, leather gooses, sheepskins, shearlings, avirexs, dj clue, doowop, ron g, cold crush, mighty mic masters, and so on and so on, tribe, native tongue,5 percenters, god bodies, OMG, Thank you DJ Premier, for bringing back that real, that nostalgia, Rest in Power GURU, ill kid, bald head slick.. you live on through the music!!!! Word...
Damn I’m so happy to hear that gangstarr still putting amazing shit out in this day and age. If I didn’t hear j cole, I would have thought this was a late 90’s track
I've been GANGSTARR fan since 1989 first cd" NO MR NICE GUY" GURU passed away on my birthday month in APRIL 2010. 2010 was the first year I moved to Boston . Boston is Gurus' hometown before he left to Brooklyn in 1989.
I've been a gang starr fan since forever, but salute to J Cole! Hardest bars I heard in quite some time! i think its time to look into his catalogue :-)
When cole said "if you don't feel this one give it a sec" he meant go experience life more and the struggles that come with it, that's why he said " go live a little let the years pass experience pain watch the tears crash "
"Diamonds are Forever like real rap songs. Like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody." - Guru C.R.E.A.M. is a song by Wu Tang Clan. My Melody is by Eric B and Rakim.
shinigamimi yeh....I just wish people would look pass some of the lyrics and still get the message. We are not drug dealers and men weren't made to be in jail.....we are to cohabitate and take care of one another....
I'm a part of Gen Z, and most of my generation doesn't listen to this type of beautiful Hip Hop... I've learned so much from listening to Gang Starr, Cole, Masta Ace, Em, Kid Cudi, Common, Black Star, etc... So many gems given in so many songs, it's truly inspiring and beautiful.
OXYGEN... Can't stop listening to this joint with watery eyes. I've been breathing Gang Starr since breaking the "No More Mr. Nice Guy" cassette & vinyl to my crew back in the super sunny & hot Summer of '89... yes, I'm an old head.👍😎 GURU has always been one of my all-time favorite emcees, as has Premier with the production. Joyful tears and much needed! We NEED an album to bring these 2 legend's work together full circle, just like the ATCQ album "We Got It From Here... Thank You For Your Service". Refreshingly necessary!!! HEAVY RESPECT.
This is medicine for the soul.
Derrick Hepburn Well said...
Amen
God is Good.
Yes :-)
Couldn't have said it any better
j.cole: if you dont feel this one, give it a sec
me: felt it as soon as it started
Ayyyyyyy lol
J cole's verse was a bit weak personaallly my opinion
music you’re wrong. Just re-read the lyrics
@@music-fx7tu If this is weak by your standards, give me a good example then, lol
@@ASTROPLANET13 above the clouds...... moment of truth =)) but J cole verse is good.. it grows on you. love his flow
Hearing Guru's words on this beat in 2019 knowing he's gone hurts the heart... damm he is so missed... Keep RIP
Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought
1 of my favorite emcees kid!
Bro U aint lying. I dropped a tear. R.I.P. Gifted Unlimited Rhymes Universal
R.i.p 😞
Guru lives on in the hearts of all real heads helpin keep the beat to your life.. Big RespEcT bald head slick..Rest easy. Big up Premier, thank you for this putting together this album and the rest of the Gangstarr Foundation
This song has a 90'-00's vibe to it. awesome lyrics, great beat, smooth flow. 💯
Yup... It's a Primo beat so yeah it has that sound.
Like a freshly cut diamond 😉😎🔥
Remarkable!
Guru has been gone since February 2010 (nearly 12 years). 🙏 He died from a blood cancer known as 'Multiple Myeloma' but his legacy in Hip Hop remains stronger than ever to this day. DJ Premier is still the G.O.A.T. for records. I used to have Pete Rock in the Top 3 but I met him 2 years ago in NY and he was Racist Piece of Garbage. Pete Rock literally refused to sign Soul Survivor albums for anyone that wasn't "black looking" to him.
@@knottchu6159 damn, if thats true thats a shame. real hip hop is for everyone
Rap is not about weed, bitches or money.. Rap is about family and loyalty
amen
I once saw Premier rocking a shirt that said “Rap - Lies = Hip Hop”
Správne
word up, diamonds!
yessir!
This Instrumental so beautiful. Almost make a thug cry.
Even thugz cry
Almost?????? Na my dude. Don’t lie you teared up and so did I.
✌
Lyrics too. I shed a tear when I've heard Guru after so many years.
@@listek981 same
J'cole did this justice , RIP Gifted Universal Ryhmes Unlimited.
It’s gifted unlimited rhymes universal bro
He kind of went backwards with the message though. He comes in and contradicts everything they're comparing to diamonds: family, loyalty, respect. He goes on to bash them and says dudes are dumb for having diamonds making about materialism when the message wasn't materialism to begin with.
I could be wrong though
Still couldn't touch guru's brilliance!
If a beat could match guru to the T this is it
Guru is a god mc period
so happy to hear oldschool hiphop in 2019.
Edit 2021: it’s still old school get over it :)
Edit 2022: still 👏 amazing.
This isn't "The OldSchool" this is The School.
@@alltimerey word!!! 🙏🏼
Pure hip-hop . No way around it. Flow, beat, style. These new cats don't know
@@alltimerey what
KawaiiDesuGaming how the fuck is this old school?
Sad thing is. A lot of todays generation will never understand the significance of this. This will always bring a smile to my face.
Tupac786Jr I’m apart of this generation and I rock with this and most classic rap
You dont need any odys validity to enjoy something. Who cares if they don't enjoy it You do, and that's all that matters.
All bars with the new album. Hes bringing hip hop back from that gen.
soundcloud.com/heseverywhere/more-than-music
I fuck with ATCQ, Gang Starr, De La Soul, Jungle brothers etc. Their music is amazing to this day.
Paul Wall is still carrying the torch for this type of messaging in Hip Hop. So is Cal Wayne. Look to Texas.
Who listen 2024?
Had to bring it back
Lii
I got Goosebumps listening to this! Like i got a little slice of the 90’s all over again. Take me backkkkk
As soon as you hear Guru's voice....
Yoo this was in my recommendations and I just listened to it and thought this was a real OG song from the '90s. I wouldn't have noticed
I was born in 95 so I don't remember the 90's at all, but this is a dope song, definitely got it on replay
Yezzzir
Same
"Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought,
Like respect in the hood that can't be bought."
- Guru 9 years after his death still rippin' the realest bars
Facts my g🙏💯
Guru has been gone since February 2010 (nearly 12 years). 🙏 He died from a blood cancer known as 'Multiple Myeloma' but his legacy in Hip Hop remains stronger than ever to this day. DJ Premier is still the G.O.A.T. for records. I used to have Pete Rock in the Top 3 but I met him 2 years ago in NY and he was Racist Piece of Garbage. Pete Rock literally refused to sign Soul Survivor albums for anyone that wasn't "black looking" to him.
" like my infinite thought" 💡
@@knottchu6159 dang what a bummer - oh well. I’ll keep listening know he wouldn’t want me to 😁
@@younggrasshopper3531 : I, and many others, were disappointed in Pete Rock’s behavior. It is what it is though.
Respect to J. Cole for giving some homage to Gang Starr. Rest in peace Guru.
Who listening in 2020 cuz we going into it like freshly cut diamonds 😎
Edit: I had no idea 2020 was going to be this crazy when I wrote this🤣🤣, shit, shout out to those who keep fighting on. Shit wild as fuck. Also this the most likes I gotten ever thanks guys🤣🤣. Stay strong its tough out here but this is the pressure that makes a diamond 😁
Fax 🔥
yesir!! Boycott the mainstream! Support the Real!
Yes sir
Yardy know 🤙🏽😎
G.U.R.U. had that unique flow!!! PREEEMO!!! Best hip hop producer...
That beat is so mesmerizing.
Primo always on point
how are they still doing it like this in 2019... god damn ..respect
They still killing it like old times... Habashwe best..!
Well I mean one of them isn’t...but super fuckin heartwarming to hear a new gangstarr jam
@@andrewjc87 2 of them
Don Corleone ?? Primo is still at it. Just guru passed
Well we still have DJ premiere guru is no longer with us but we still have his music
It's so good to hear Guru again -----> LEGEND
Like a freshly cut diamond
Like a freshly cut diamond
Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty
Or real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody
Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought
Like respect in the hood that can't be bought
Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty
Or real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody
Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought
Like respect in the hood that can't be bought
Word up, diamonds
(Like a freshly cut diamond)
Diamonds are forever like friends that'll kill for you
Run up in a jewelry store, burglary, steal for you
Bill with you, split the diamond into ice blue
Thrice he tried to disrespect our kinship, I don't like you
And now you axed out the fam'
But I'm cashin' checks, with Premier on this jam
Robin Leach, interviews on the beach
When we shake hands, nothin' but ice on the reach
And I teach Like the Rap Reverend Ike without the perm', I preach
There's more you need to learn, I return for my streets
Gainin' my wealth, trainin' myself
For corny confrontation with haters who be playin' themselves
Diamonds, I like my world of rap
Your rhymin', hah, it's like a world of crap
And a diamond is like a fly ass girl that's strapped
And you can't beat that with a bat
Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty
Or real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody
Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought
Like respect in the hood that can't be bought
Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty
Or real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody
Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought (Yeah)
Like respect in the hood that can't be bought
Word up, diamonds
Diamonds (Diamonds), diamonds (Diamonds), yeah
Pick up the pen, write down a sin, it's cleanse
Lay that shit down, play it for friends
Make a few M's, then do it again
J. Cole, who'da thought you woulda been rhymin' with Ghost
Guru flows forever like a diamond
The most could never afford the precious jewels
That's precisely why I'm blessin' you with clear-cut messages
I'm destined to invest in urban sections where depression rules
I hope to heal the destitute before I leave this vestibule
Between the heavens and the seven circles
Where some dead homies maybe rest, I plan to resurrect a few
I press the truth against the naked devils
Look at the youth just like a precious pebble
Meant to be protected, mentally we let this
Poison of Western philosophy make it sloppy
We forgot we are the chosen
From hip-hop to astronomy, they copy what we showed them
Niggas be talkin' slick, but only try me over modems
In person they starstruck, they hearts flutter
I'm like the realest one you ever met
If you don't feel this one, give it a sec'
Go live a little, let the years pass
Experience pain, watch the tears crash on to the floor
Hurt brings wisdom
Wisdom brings a whole 'nother sort of understandin'
Diamonds only worth what we demandin', uh, uh
And niggas payin' top-dollar
Once upon a time I paid a 100 for mine, now I'm a lot smarter
Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty
Or real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody
Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought
Like respect in the hood that can't be bought
Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty
Or real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody
Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought
Like respect in the hood that can't be bought
I rock diamonds that cut glass out of window panes
Baldhead Slick blazing tracks when the indo's flame
Rocks that bling, rocks that make them jock my team
Rocks that shine, rocks that keep my hand on my nine
Rocks that blind, make the High Rocks drop down
One of a kind, niggas best jet from the spot when I cock mine
Diamonds are like your man you always call fam'
Diamonds are like your grandma you always call ma'am
Diamonds are like having the whole world in your hand
Diamonds are like the shows I ripped with no band
Rockin' your knot, stoppin' your plot
It's me, Baldhead Slick Duke, coppin' your block
For you it's only pain, for me it's only gain
Diamonds are like loyalty, iced out like royalty
Diamonds are like my wifey, so sweet the way she spoils me
(So good)
Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty
Or real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody
Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought
Like respect in the hood that can't be bought
Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty
Or real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody
Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought
Like respect in the hood that can't be bought
Word up, diamonds
(Like a freshly cut diamond)
Guru is the most underrated rapper of all time. R.I.P
2019 but this sounds like a 90's track, awesome!
Big Facts💯
It's classic Gang Starr flow.
Dj premier always deliver!
Classic style Hip Hop never went away, PRHYME, Joey Badass, Dave East, & the WHOLE Griselda crew been holding it down
Yes it does :)
That song made me realize how dope J. Cole's flow is. I thought i'd never hear from Gang Starr again and now, after 10 years since Guru's passing.....man, tears in my eyes and my heart is shining. Best music moment in 2019!
Marc Boehrer it’s Beautiful ☝🏿
No fkn WAY it’s been 10 years already.
NO WAY.
J Cole kinda ruined it though with going completely a different way with the diamond message. They were comparing it to loyalty, respect and family but Cole came in and talking bout being smart and not buying diamonds and clowning dudes for paying millions for em
Same feelings bro
Brought a tear to my eye. RIP the Guru. King of Monotone with his on drone... The Greatest to ever do it.
Man, crazy to think one of my favourite Gang Starr songs would be made after Guru passed... This song and "Moment of Truth" would be two songs I want at my funeral.
Facts same here 💯
Yes!!!!! 💯
Facts!!! Absolutely these two you mentioned brother. I want them on my funeral.
Facts, me too
@@jonathantrauner3742 I just wanna say I fux with the ppl in this comment section. Y'all some good mfers round here! :D
This track is like a freshly cut diamond’
Could not say it any better myself
F clarity = Flawless
Yea it’s a breath of fresh air
" Diamond are forever like family (...) or real rap songs like c.r.e.a.m. *or my melody* "
Caro L.Milo “diamonds are forever like my infinite thought, like respect in the hood that can’t be bought”
They should play this when they be putting me deep 6ft underground.
Fr man.
Fact's brother.
In the darkest times, real hip-hop has helped me through it. Thanks, Primo for holding me down. This is why I remain loyal and humble.
Lies
This is Hip Hop. ❤
1st song that made me feel something in a long time. Reminds me of the days being young banging mass appeal and above the clouds in the car. Premo hands down the best producer ever. Literally took me back to the 90s early 2000s. Can't express how much I appreciate this. Much love from Providence
This song is the best 2019 song
For real
Greetings from Poland, Bro 🇵🇱👊🏼
100%
Do you just not like Lupe Fiasco?
If there were more music these days that sounded like this, I would love hip hop again
There is. But far away from mainstream and radio
no way. Hip Hop is waaaay better now. Just watch a live show. The track plays in the background lyrics included and the artist just jumps on the stage like a lunatic ! That is true hip hop !
Margalit Tepper ruclips.net/video/Fm-K8nVwnYA/видео.html
hit_ the delusion
Your money being spent directly with the artist....improves the quality of music to hear.
Spend money on the following..
Anything or Body DJ PRIEMER
Pryme
The Roots
Talib Kwali
Common
Erykah Badu
Oshun
NAS
Dmx
Bahamadia
Lauren hill
Snow tha product
Soul Cat E Phife
Lord Finesse
Large Professor
Pete Rock
9th Wonder
KRS 1
Outkast
BunB
E 40
Cormega
Capone and Noreaga
Onyx
Mia x
Gangsta Boo
Mystikal
Brand Nubian
Fat Joe
I can name drop more
rappers were shooting themselfs in the wrong decade...
Who agrees that the 90's music was the best?
Guru died of cancer btw
No rapper deserves to get shot, even if they are bad...
Or anyone else...
@@ML-py5hv I wouldn't say that
90s all the you dont hear stuff like this anymore. An he did die of cancer
Can we talk about how J Cole blessed us with pure knowledge
But still couldn't touch guru's wisdom
as always
@@chancregister2714 “They act like two legends cannot coexist”
“From hip hop to astronomy they copied what we showed them”
Lol as much as I get it I dislike the ‘ownership’ of observation or nature. We did it first bla bla. We did it better bla bla. Doesn’t matter who it’s coming from it defeats what humanity could be and promotes what it always has been. Selfishly competitive.
Who tf disliked this gem right here. smh at those sorry souls.
literal gem
Solar, he’s copyright striking a lot of videos promoting the song
SeriousBeats Don’t even drop that clown’s name here. FUCK that dude.
Smh at saying this is Gang Starr. Cmon preen. People only going to listen because Jcole is on this. Smh
@@bigdawgggbachi5394 no bro Gangstar is foundational HIP-HOP anything foundational to HIP-HOP has a tremendous following just check this same song on vevo
My eyes watered when I heard Guru again.
Classic. This needs to be locked in a box like valuable jewels.
4 your eyez only
Shane Mahon you a real one. ^^
Ryan Matson a box of diamonds
OMG this shit brought tears to my eyes hearing Guru spit again with lyrics I've never heard before. 👍
DJ Premier always pays homage to the classics
Keep it up brotha
🐐💯💯
This song came out at the same day my girlfriend broke up with me and since then I am listening to this song almost everyday and it helps me a lot to show my emotions and embracing the sadness. Thank you Gang Starr for the great music all the years!
The Respect that Jcole brings on this track is incredible
You clearly have no clue about what you're talking lmao what an idiot
The same as saying Logic brings respect to an Eminem song, brainwashed kid
@@vladimirdinev5329 you're actually an idiot lmao
COLEWORLD!!!! J. Cole is the man!
@@vladimirdinev5329 if anything, you're the one making yourself look like an idiot..
What a relief. I can listen some 90s vibe again
Im thankful old school rap exists
"if you don't feel like this one , give it a sec"
“If you don’t feel this one”*
Felt it as soon as the song started.
@@seanjester2905 WORD
Soon as I first heard it on the radio, I went to iTunes and downloaded it ASAP💯💯💯💯💯💯
Cole was talking about how he got mixed criticism from KOD and he was saying that if you didn’t like it it’s because you haven’t experienced enough life, that’s why he follows it up with live more years or something like that. KOD was meant as the struggles that we all face on the daily.
Guru's Spirit made J Cole put his all in that rhyme. Cole delivered on this. Damn i miss Guru
this track almost bring a MF to tears just to think how beautiful this rap music is right here as a young schoolar i grew up through out the 80$/90$( the best times) and saw all that was lost rappers/leaders/homies to (for) this culture that began in the streets and in the streets belongs and only Real MFs can relate ____ Primo thank you for always keepin it 100 with the authentic sound that real real sound big homie is much apreciated, 🙏 Guru the Legend ___ and we out ..........
Yes sir. I agree. As a product of the 80's, the whole 80's and 90's. I was born in 71', so i was there, with the vinyls, memorizing sugar hill gang and spoonie g, listening to new york radio, the gateway to real, raw, pure hip-hop, watched it as it started out in the parks, to the fresh fests, then to conscious, Ra, PE, african mediallions, to street disciples, nas, biggie,pac, and so on and so on, hiphop had many forms, sounds and every artist was unique in their own way, lyrics were everything, you memorized them, beats were samples, djs cuttin n scratchin, breakbeats, nah mean, nylon bvds, wallabee clarks, bally boots, mock necks, leather fronts, lees n levis with permanent creases, name plates, gold fronts, kangols, cassettes, tapin off the radio, mr. Magic. Da awesome two, red alert, latin rascals. Chuck chillout, NY radio was HIPHOP,
Boom boxes @ the basketball courts, the tunnel, canal street, orchid street, leather gooses, sheepskins, shearlings, avirexs, dj clue, doowop, ron g, cold crush, mighty mic masters, and so on and so on, tribe, native tongue,5 percenters, god bodies, OMG, Thank you DJ Premier, for bringing back that real, that nostalgia, Rest in Power GURU, ill kid, bald head slick.. you live on through the music!!!! Word...
Salute bro...IAM from 183stbx, NY... Home of Groupok Home...Guru loved Boston, i miss Kieth....aka Guru.... My cousin is smk
Deep🙏🏻
word
Im a youngin but Gurus wisdom is forever rippled throughout history forever(R.I.P Gang starr)
*Diamonds are 4ever like family n loyalty or real rap songs like c.r.e.a.m or ma melody* 👑❤️
Wow...Guru was that dude! Peace from South Africa.
Don’t need diamonds when you are one and help make others become diamonds too . Great hip-hop song 💎💎💎💎💎
I am a '2000 kid but still feel the '90. I think they fell like this song
Damn I’m so happy to hear that gangstarr still putting amazing shit out in this day and age. If I didn’t hear j cole, I would have thought this was a late 90’s track
🔥🔥🔥 True Hip Hop Right Here 🔥🔥🔥
It feels really good under the skin to just hear this in 2019. Hip-Hop is back!
It never left, if you like Gangstarr you should check out DJ Premier & Royce da 5'9 aka PRHYME
PrimeraEspadaStark ...facts. Hip hop is alive and well.
Diamonds are forever like my infinite thought
Jewels
Damn. This is dope.
Nostalgic to hear Guru’s voice on a track again.
Rest well.
Peak rap 🙏
J. Cole reminds me of Lupe Fiasco on this
Damn it's good to hear Preme and Guru again
Preemo like a sniper he never misses.
How you gonna thumbs down on Guru meltin faces from the beyond
man, this is too good for 2019
This is that soul touching hip hop ✨ RIP Guru 🙏🏾🌹
We are 56K strong in memory of Guru versus 1600 corny ass mumble rappers.
J Cole got that Mos Def flow on this track.
yo forreal! Mos Def is an underrated GOAT himself, would been dope af to see a feature from him as well but none the less, this track is pure gold
I've been GANGSTARR fan since 1989 first cd" NO MR NICE GUY" GURU passed away on my birthday month in APRIL 2010. 2010 was the first year I moved to Boston . Boston is Gurus' hometown before he left to Brooklyn in 1989.
Andre Donald word? I was born in Brooklyn, live in Worcester now lol
@@DillHurley7 cant beat mf doom
Wish i could have shown my dad this song. Miss ya man. Fly high❤️🕊
If you don’t know they just released a whole Gang Starr album today.
Blastin this through my JBLs at the moment.
I'm Rockin' it through the KRK's!
@@GoodxJ just got some Yamaha's yesterday . Lol
@@curtisbenoit20 I have JBL and im rockin it!
same here lol mkII sounds so flame
Im bumpin it with my genelec🤟🏽
Diamonds are forever like family and loyalty
Or real rap songs like "C.R.E.A.M." or "My Melody"
Damn Mr Guru is Dragon!!
This is Just a masterpiece
Dope album cover on ya profile. Good looking, DPG 4 life
hiiipower iii Thanks brother, 90’s hip hop for life My G
“From hip hop to astronomy they copied what we showed them “ ❗️❗️❗️
just words my friend
@Mason Nemitz what does it mean to you?
Finally real hip hop in 2019. Feels like this could have fit in 96 no problem! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
This can't be stop.. Guru J Cole on Prem haunting beats ..word up real rap songs like C.R.E.A.M. n My Melody
Hope these zoomers trying to rap now a days are taking some notes.
Cole taking this shit to the next level ✊
Fact: No one’s intellect was harmed while listening to these lyrics.
Only improved ✊🏿
what is this gold?
This is Gang Starr💎
Greatness
this is the best duo ever in Hip Hop
this is one of the best yet
Gold you must be confused Diamonds
I've been a gang starr fan since forever, but salute to J Cole! Hardest bars I heard in quite some time! i think its time to look into his catalogue :-)
J cole is the homie and I don’t always agree with his flow ... but homie didn’t disappoint on this one in any manner ..
J is that nigga. He's real
He's as capable as a chameleon when it comes to switchin his flow
he could've done better in my opinion
When cole said "if you don't feel this one give it a sec" he meant go experience life more and the struggles that come with it, that's why he said " go live a little let the years pass experience pain watch the tears crash "
"Diamonds are Forever like real rap songs. Like C.R.E.A.M. or My Melody."
- Guru
C.R.E.A.M. is a song by Wu Tang Clan.
My Melody is by Eric B and Rakim.
thanks
no shit bruh
@*FlowThru InstrumentalZ* He's introducing the younger generation to real rap. No hate needed for helping people find real shit.
BRH BinarySloth thanks for backing me up. ☺
Wish this tune went on forever. Best beat I've ever heard.
This one and Above the clouds. 2 legendary beats
Wowww ,Guru for ever man
The instant I heard this a chill ran up my spine.
Amazing, feel like I'm back in high school lates 90's. What a gem of a track
I'm back in 1995 and it feels so good!
it feels SO GOOD to hear this in 2019
shinigamimi yeh....I just wish people would look pass some of the lyrics and still get the message.
We are not drug dealers and men weren't made to be in jail.....we are to cohabitate and take care of one another....
How can you RAISE your child from jail.....and I thought we don't like chains.....the simplicity of it all
Learn a skill.....and don't sell drugs or kill.....
Now that's a rhyme for you!
Shine on me
Premo made me buy my first MPC tried Maschine don't like it going back to my MPC Gangstarr forever R.I.P Guru 1
A free ticket to 90's 🌿💨
Cole a purest and a legend
I'am crying now this is so real I feel the shit.
They unsubscribed the original video, and hello, here we are 😂
Can we just go back to this style of rap? Permanently?
“like respect in the hood , that can’t be bought “ @tekashi
I'm a part of Gen Z, and most of my generation doesn't listen to this type of beautiful Hip Hop... I've learned so much from listening to Gang Starr, Cole, Masta Ace, Em, Kid Cudi, Common, Black Star, etc... So many gems given in so many songs, it's truly inspiring and beautiful.
Don't forget about Nas. One of the best lyricist ever along with andre 3000
Same. My dad introduced this type of rap to me at a young age.
RIP Guru!! So happy to hear your voice over another Preemo Gem!! #AboveTheClouds #7thletterman
Sounds like Jermanius Cole 👨🏽🦱 rapping with Josephus BADA$$’ 👦🏽 Father: Bald Head Slickstradomus 👨🏽🦲
This one is for the Culture 💯 ✌🏾 #HipHopForTheWin
The Middle Child bringing old school and new school together. Couldn't think of a better collaboration! Gang Starr definitely legends in the game💯.
OXYGEN... Can't stop listening to this joint with watery eyes. I've been breathing Gang Starr since breaking the "No More Mr. Nice Guy" cassette & vinyl to my crew back in the super sunny & hot Summer of '89... yes, I'm an old head.👍😎 GURU has always been one of my all-time favorite emcees, as has Premier with the production. Joyful tears and much needed! We NEED an album to bring these 2 legend's work together full circle, just like the ATCQ album "We Got It From Here... Thank You For Your Service". Refreshingly necessary!!! HEAVY RESPECT.
BoChosen you are so right! When I heard this, I was like” how is this ? Rip Guru
Believe me, this will be an NBA 2K track
Nah 2k only puts modern pop songs last great 2k soundtrack was probably 13 or 14
This is how Real hip hop music sound.🔥🔥🔥🇵🇷
This track is everything! Excellent collab, nostalgic feelings have me teary-eyed.
Damn I miss Guru. Something just came over me and had to hold back tears. For real.
Gang Starr - Family and Loyalty (remix) feat. J. Cole, Big L & Pusha T.
R.I.P Guru & Big L.