Raze It Up

Onyx's song "Raze It Up" is a raw and intense anthem that captures the gritty reality of street life and the defiant spirit of those who navigate it. The repeated chorus, "Official naz comin' through betta raze it up," serves as a rallying cry for resilience and resistance. The term "raze" here is a play on words, suggesting both raising up in defiance and razing, or destroying, obstacles and enemies. This duality reflects the harsh environment the artists come from, where survival often means being both resilient and ruthless.

The verses, delivered by Sonsee, Fredro Starr, and Sticky Fingaz, paint vivid pictures of violence, crime, and survival. Sonsee's lines, "Put a knife to the love of ya' life, Put a slug in ya' wife," and "Crime kills blast rhyme skills like nine mills," highlight the brutal reality of their world. The imagery is stark and unflinching, emphasizing the constant threat of violence and the need to be ever-vigilant. This is not just a portrayal of street life but a commentary on the systemic issues that perpetuate such environments.

Fredro Starr and Sticky Fingaz continue this narrative, with Fredro's aggressive delivery and Sticky's menacing tone adding layers of intensity. Sticky's verse, in particular, with lines like "I'm the bald-headed bastard, Black dust gave me black lungs, I pack guns," underscores the personal toll of this lifestyle. The song's relentless energy and unapologetic lyrics make it a powerful statement of identity and defiance. Onyx uses their music to give voice to the marginalized and to assert their presence in a world that often seeks to silence them.