I hate this fucking song so much... thank god its gets no airplay. I played three times and I progressively realized how fucking stupid it is... some dude bitching about how hard it is being a starving artist ...like DUH!! And yea your highschool friends are homeowners because THEY GOT REAL JOBS.. like I'm sick of hearing rappers bitching about how much they sacrifice for their ridiculous career. And Abdominal is the fucking worst rapper ever. I know only you hipsters like this song because it sounds indie and different but fuck you all. I listen to music to for entertainment, to learn new things, for the sound.. this offers none of that. I bootlegged this shit and I felt robbed... ITS JUST SO FUCKING CORNY AND CRINGEWORTHY that I would murder both Dj Format and Abdominal for this nasty concoction excuse for a song
I agree with everything you've said btw xele. Next time I'll work on making something more like the following (which I found in a Playlist on your page, man of impeccable taste that you are): ruclips.net/video/ehI0wo4tF7E/видео.html
I hate this song so much because it's concept had so much potential. I've listened to this song several times now and have hated it more every time. It's just trolling in its finest form. MC Abdominal (who names himself after his fat stomach) is like the most cringeworthy simp rapper I ever heard. I'm so glad he's broke. And that his 3 fans don't buy his shit. Lameass old rappers like this don't deserve a penny. This is like wannabe Jurassic 5. Its like this dude who grew up on 90s rap wanted to make a song in 2017...fucking oldass hipster lol.
unlike some of the hate on this page I'm a fan of Abdominal since I first heard him in 2003 with DJ Format getting played on radio in Australia, this track Behind the scenes is great and I like the fact that Abdominal doesn't take himself too serious as it makes his music sound better because he is having fun with it
Found this on Spotify....can't stop playing the track - album superb too. First time in years I can recommend an album(s) to friends! How the hell has it taken me this long to find this!
3 tracks already on my Spotify playlist open.spotify.com/user/joannechris/playlist/6ueFNPj9Xy6l36VcZtGypf 1300 of the best tunes to listen to - 140 followers....(sure there'll be more tracks going on very soon)
Coming to see you guys in Cambridge on Tuesday... My first live gig for 20 years! Yep.. Heard your album by chance on Google Music.. Loved and booked the gig the same evening. Thanks for being so gotdarn awesome!
Just bought tix for me and two friends to see you in Reading in November. Very stoked! Was delighted to hear you on Radio 6 Music, which is what cued me to you having a tour! Props to my fellow Canadian
Hope I put a few pennies in your pockets by playing some Abs & Format on my community radio show. Oh yeah...I should directly help out by pre-ordering the new album right now!!
I'm sure like a lot of you People often ask me what do you do To which I reply, "I rap" To which they reply, "Yeah, but besides that" To which I reply, "Not much" To which they reply with awkward coughs and such Until I feel compelled to elaborate This is not a hobby Do it for my salary mate And been doing so for well over a decade See I get paid for putting pen to page Performing sets on stage And when selectas play my record Let's just say that at the end of the day That's how I collect my wage At which point they inevitably say "Damn, that's how you're expenses are paid?" Yes, that's what I'm attempting to say "Well that's great getting to do what you love every day" And yes, it may seem like I'm living the dream But hey there's much more to it when you go behind the scenes [Chorus] When rhymes and beats is the life I lead Which I know might seem all nice and sweet But take the time to peep what's behind the scenes You might agree there's more to it the what the eye can see And what I mean is when the lights and screams Subside decrease there's deadlines to meet Bookers with high fees, late nights without sleep Sign up for these I never did when I decided to MC [VERSE 2] Now don't get me wrong I know for a lot of people I'm living the dream Collecting green from spitting sixteens With no 9 to 5, and no cubicle Just rhyming live in the studio I don't take it for granted I understand that it's a blessing That my music allows me to travel the planet But like most things there's another side Most won't witness For example, show business In my experience there's more business then show So instead of ripping flows I'm sitting com-posing E-mails for half of the day Tapping away on my Mac in a cafe Just tracking my pay And taking care of other tedious administrative details Necessary but very derailing Of most attempts at writing raps This is behind the scenes of my life and I'm inviting you back [REPEAT Chorus] [BREAK] Struggles Struggle to survive I guess you can call this my 9 to 5 Gimme a chance man I know how to rock it But it's not that easy, putting money in my pocket [VERSE 3] Follow your dream, as the saying goes But let my case at [?] displaying insane flows Over breaks yo But wait, no one ever told me the pay's low Unless you're Drake bro But I started in the middle Now I'm lower then my 9 to 5 High school friends are homeowners Just raising their families happily While I'm in this freezing apartment Chasing this rapping dream Now I do what I love, and I love what I do But if you think this is easy, you must be new There's so much more to it then just rhyming words together There's marketing, accounting, answering fans' letters Grant applications, dealing with the press Man I reeling from the stress I can feel it in my chest Nonetheless I'll keep pursuing this dream, but just know there's more to it When you go behind the scenes
I hate this fucking song so much... thank god its gets no airplay. I played three times and I progressively realized how fucking stupid it is... some dude bitching about how hard it is being a starving artist ...like DUH!! And yea your highschool friends are homeowners because THEY GOT REAL JOBS.. like I'm sick of hearing rappers bitching about how much they sacrifice for their ridiculous career. And Abdominal is the fucking worst rapper ever. I know only you hipsters like this song because it sounds indie and different but fuck you all. I listen to music to for entertainment, to learn new things, for the sound.. this offers none of that. I bootlegged this shit and I felt robbed... ITS JUST SO FUCKING CORNY AND CRINGEWORTHY that I would murder both Dj Format and Abdominal for this nasty concoction excuse for a song
LOL!
I bet it felt good getting that off your chest! Keep being you, my friend. And do let us all know when your album drops.
I agree with everything you've said btw xele. Next time I'll work on making something more like the following (which I found in a Playlist on your page, man of impeccable taste that you are): ruclips.net/video/ehI0wo4tF7E/видео.html
I hate this song so much because it's concept had so much potential. I've listened to this song several times now and have hated it more every time. It's just trolling in its finest form. MC Abdominal (who names himself after his fat stomach) is like the most cringeworthy simp rapper I ever heard. I'm so glad he's broke. And that his 3 fans don't buy his shit. Lameass old rappers like this don't deserve a penny. This is like wannabe Jurassic 5. Its like this dude who grew up on 90s rap wanted to make a song in 2017...fucking oldass hipster lol.
Lol, love you xele, never change bro!
unlike some of the hate on this page I'm a fan of Abdominal since I first heard him in 2003 with DJ Format getting played on radio in Australia, this track Behind the scenes is great and I like the fact that Abdominal doesn't take himself too serious as it makes his music sound better because he is having fun with it
respect man
AWESOME! that's the sound that we want to hear. Like the 90's Funk. I Think here are a lot of things of Dj lethal & Dj Muggs.
I hardly ever park my car and stay inside due to a song that plays in the radio. Today I did. Thanks guys!
peflet I did the exact same the other day when this came on. Tuuuuuuuune!
Listening to Dj Format on BBC Radio 6 today.... and had to find you on RUclips after how long.....!!! Great Beat and Lyrics
awesome track, BBC 6 music are all over it at the mo. thought it was an old school tune when I first heard it. gets better with every listen.
i love how calm you rap. It is like you are just telling a story. Big UP!
I always make the same point. One of few rappers I know of that doesn't shout his way through sets.
Great tune, heavy beat.
Marvellous!
For real.
Always love the rhythm too :)
Dude you & Format are sooooo under exposed. You guys are the tightest. 💯👊
abdominal is my spirit animal
Found this on Spotify....can't stop playing the track - album superb too. First time in years I can recommend an album(s) to friends! How the hell has it taken me this long to find this!
3 tracks already on my Spotify playlist open.spotify.com/user/joannechris/playlist/6ueFNPj9Xy6l36VcZtGypf 1300 of the best tunes to listen to - 140 followers....(sure there'll be more tracks going on very soon)
Canadian and British cat's working together as only we can. Much love
Format & Abdominal return.
My life is complete...
Adore this tune :)
Classic Format and Abdominal. Back to their best. Such beautiful flowing lyrics, so polished. Bravo.
AB & Format, Thank you!!
Boom, 3rd Bass taken to the next level. love it,
Tune! Be getting this on Vinyl tomorrow and annoying the wife. Turn it up!
just found this.....now i'm sitting here at 50 years old wondering what else i've missed.
Hey, better late than never...thanks for checking it out! Bunch of other stuff here, if you're interested: abdominal.bandcamp.com
This is rare nowdays! More this! Respect
I'm so happy you exist
Haha, same!
one of the most underrated rappers around
NAILED the "Livin' the Dream" myth DJF. Tx
Lovin the Tale as it Flow !
Really get this rhyme. I've sacrificed a lot for my dream, now it's business time.
heard today in The Bicycle Bakery in Tunbridge Wells in UK, great catchy track!
100% fire!!!!
Coming to see you guys in Cambridge on Tuesday... My first live gig for 20 years! Yep.. Heard your album by chance on Google Music.. Loved and booked the gig the same evening. Thanks for being so gotdarn awesome!
Dope as always!
heard on the radio, couldn't get out of my head... had to find it!
so dope so dope thank you both for keeping it up
I love this! Greetings from Argentina. Can't wait for the album.
Lovin' in. Format's appearances are hilarious.
This is the 4th time I've come back you youtube today to play this video - superb lyrics.
Love this song.
So fresh!
Yup indeed. Sad I'll miss the tour.
We'll be back around the UK in Nov.
always fresh jams =) awesome hip hoo
Very nicely done. The life of every creative when it comes down to it - a mix of joy and staving off starvation.
Digging this track. Abdominal always seems to have this chill, smooth flow and it goes so damn well with Format's grooves.
This album has been a long time coming, so dope it's coming to fruitition!
merci couleur 3 pour cette découverte
What a great tune. Quality beats and rhymes 👍
this good stuff repect fire 🔥 👌
Love this.
YESSS !
THIS IS SOUND !!!
LOVE IT !!!
awesome! :)
just for the record... all your efforts, on and off record are appreciated 100%.
Awsome tune it made my day, I hope that I'll have the chance to see it in live... can't wait to listen the full album
Just bought tix for me and two friends to see you in Reading in November. Very stoked! Was delighted to hear you on Radio 6 Music, which is what cued me to you having a tour! Props to my fellow Canadian
Nice one man, see ya then!
dopeassshieeeet... pump pump!
real hip-hop ça change de la mer de qu on entend maintenant +
Merci!
Newquay, UK :)
Hope I put a few pennies in your pockets by playing some Abs & Format on my community radio show.
Oh yeah...I should directly help out by pre-ordering the new album right now!!
Quality
Soccer AM?
Great song btw
thks man,,...;''
Can I kick it? Yes you can!
Love it
I'm sure like a lot of you
People often ask me what do you do
To which I reply, "I rap"
To which they reply, "Yeah, but besides that"
To which I reply, "Not much"
To which they reply with awkward coughs and such
Until I feel compelled to elaborate
This is not a hobby
Do it for my salary mate
And been doing so for well over a decade
See I get paid for putting pen to page
Performing sets on stage
And when selectas play my record
Let's just say that at the end of the day
That's how I collect my wage
At which point they inevitably say
"Damn, that's how you're expenses are paid?"
Yes, that's what I'm attempting to say
"Well that's great getting to do what you love every day"
And yes, it may seem like I'm living the dream
But hey there's much more to it when you go behind the scenes
[Chorus]
When rhymes and beats is the life I lead
Which I know might seem all nice and sweet
But take the time to peep what's behind the scenes
You might agree there's more to it the what the eye can see
And what I mean is when the lights and screams
Subside decrease there's deadlines to meet
Bookers with high fees, late nights without sleep
Sign up for these I never did when I decided to MC
[VERSE 2]
Now don't get me wrong
I know for a lot of people I'm living the dream
Collecting green from spitting sixteens
With no 9 to 5, and no cubicle
Just rhyming live in the studio
I don't take it for granted
I understand that it's a blessing
That my music allows me to travel the planet
But like most things there's another side
Most won't witness
For example, show business
In my experience there's more business then show
So instead of ripping flows I'm sitting com-posing
E-mails for half of the day
Tapping away on my Mac in a cafe
Just tracking my pay
And taking care of other tedious administrative details
Necessary but very derailing
Of most attempts at writing raps
This is behind the scenes of my life and I'm inviting you back
[REPEAT Chorus]
[BREAK]
Struggles
Struggle to survive
I guess you can call this my 9 to 5
Gimme a chance man I know how to rock it
But it's not that easy, putting money in my pocket
[VERSE 3]
Follow your dream, as the saying goes
But let my case at [?] displaying insane flows
Over breaks yo
But wait, no one ever told me the pay's low
Unless you're Drake bro
But I started in the middle
Now I'm lower then my 9 to 5
High school friends are homeowners
Just raising their families happily
While I'm in this freezing apartment
Chasing this rapping dream
Now I do what I love, and I love what I do
But if you think this is easy, you must be new
There's so much more to it then just rhyming words together
There's marketing, accounting, answering fans' letters
Grant applications, dealing with the press
Man I reeling from the stress I can feel it in my chest
Nonetheless
I'll keep pursuing this dream, but just know there's more to it
When you go behind the scenes