Yasiin Bey - The Tournament lyrics

[Intro] Power influence prestige control Guess right now we'll start the show (all right) [Verse 1] They making they plans, dusting they guns off And wondering, what I need to do to be boss? Or who I need to fight? Or who I need to k**? Or push back on the climb to the top of the thrill? Its a tournament with so many players A system with too many layers A pyramid with a few at the top Plenty at the base here to nature the race The closer that you get to the top, its small space But the further you move in the heights, its less safe But the views are amazing And when you moving on up, its pure praises And if you fall off, bloody spectacle Coliseum sound wave, the roar is incredible And the risk is immeasurable But for top shot the danger's acceptable You too could be the Don Bright gems on your limb pretty hens on your arm Respect at any threshold that you step across The life of the charm The hammer and the gods Never-mind the house, run your own odds Jump in to swim never mind the sharks They on the payroll They teeth don't show unless you say so Here's to the fruits of your labor So ripe and full with flavor Here's to the dream fulfilled To the fantastic being real To the stars in the hills To the power of the will Everyday is like your birthday Everyday is like your birthday Every time is like the first time Every walk is a parade Total control (Enjoy) (Experience) Everyday is like your birthday Everyday is like your birthday Every time is like the first time Every walk is a parade Total control