“Cause if it’s like that, I can get right back wit’ a bet first, I aint the type to let me a tech burst, I’ll pull out the Ruger get to reppin’ respect personally, then show you the type of hustler that you heard me to be.”
Just when you thought you’d heard everything St. Louis had to offer, Gotta Be Karim steps up next to bat. With a distinct style that’s equally influenced by his hometown and current residence of Atlanta, Karim’s approach is grounded in showcasing his surroundings, his rhythmic delivery punctuated with words and bars that mesh together seamlessly. The production by Triffeckta only drives home the point that “Early” is here soon enough to give you fair warning before Karim’s Bullets And Books project drops in March.
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Download — Gotta Be Karim – “Early” (Prod. by Triffeckta)
Keep up with Karim’s movements at @GottaBeKarim and Facebook.com/GottaBeKarim.
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You know why I checked this…because Gotta Be Karim is a dope rap name.
And you wanna know why I checked this out, b/c Gotta Be is my brother, AND he reps the STL, AND has been dope for years, AND is apart of THE FORCE!
move
I’m on it – nice artist, even nicer person. respect!! GBK
hell yeah hell yeah
STL stand up!!!! I have known Gotta Be Karim since the beginning! He keeps getting better and better. World, watch out!!
Dope!
The swagger is indomitable, gett at em’ in 2010 Rimo……..
You hear that?…I think that’s the alarm clock going off…No more sleeping…
I’m excited to hear more of the project! Especially after the conversations we’ve had regarding music and influences.
Much respect Gotta Be Karim
Knew this guy when he was 16 years old. Undeniable talent. Look out for this guuuuuy
Gotta Be Karim is a very detailed lyricist. He’s very creative in his approach to tracks and he leaves you on the edge of your seat. I am very happy to see that his time has come because it is long over due and the brother deserves it. BIG UP to Karim.
YEAAAAAAAAAA!!!!
ITS GOTTA BE KARIM/ LIKE A TRIBE CALLED QUEST/ SAY THE WHOLE THING!!
Im loving this jawn, kinda pissed I aint get the exclusive, but whatever hahaha.
BULLETS AND BOOKS HOE!! AND IM ALL OVER THAT DAMN ALBUM HAHA
-Majorz
I remember watching you flow in the basement, watching you downtown over St Louis… You’ve grown so much Gotta Be! I love that!!! You are another reason I love this Music… This Life! You always have love fam! Now go shine like the star your are!
Blessings and love ya!
Yeeeaaaaahhh, am I right???
I appreciate this love yo. I feel old wit all these back in the day comments lol. But naw real talk I thank you for the continued love and support
No matter where this brutha is from he got real skills. He could be from Mars and if he keeps doin’ it like this i hope he blows up around the Universe! “Early” is that fire!!!!
Ruger Reem in this bitch….early!
Fresh…kid be snapping…
Any cat who gets Cooler-Chick level comments off bat like this earns a listen in my book.
The phrase “early” warps me back to college and the track’s decent. Any where I can hear more material?
GBK new sound – and I’m feeling it. Ran this back like 4 times.
dope track! kareem and tri did their thang most def… i will be looking for the album most definately
When is the album coming out? I heard of dude in Creative Loafing and picked up the 10,000 apples mixtape. Very impressed so far but I want to hear more material.
Shit’s dope. I see him adapting to his ATL surroundings while maintaining his integrity. Good look. When’s the album coming out? Hopefully early (ier) than later.
Gotta Be Karim ALL DAY… This ish is why STL musik has alot to show the MUSIK industry ….Kant wait for Bullets and Book album
Triffeckta keeps that heat
STL/MidWest we will bring back the sound of good muzik.. 4th Kwaurter
Korner Ben Hen
Gotta love it.
Y’all need to be y’alls asses in Atlanta for these Do For Self gigs tho.
[Work=Love]
Right on yall – “Bullets And Books” out March 16th. If you in ATL check out the “Do For Self” night @ Lennys Bar starting Thursday March 4th
my homie karim going in, good look. keep up the grind
Excellent work Karim!
Right on CP and Street – O appreciate the love
That’s that FFFIIIYYYAAAHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!
Wow, big brother – It’s definitely different, but you still went in!!! I dig it, yo!
YEAH!!! AM I RIGHT???
One thing I love about Karim is his steady growth. I’m come to expect every new song to be better than the last one and this one is no exception. He’s one of the few artists that sets a bar for themselves. CRAZY!!!
ON I BABY ON IT GIRL ON IT CRAZY ON IT EARLY!!!
This is another level ppl. GBK is the TRUTH!
karim been dope…this is no suprise….peace…
STAND UP…. PEACE ACH… BLESS BE YOU, SUN
Finally getting the single. Can’t wait for the album.
as expected—hot shit.its always a joy to listen…
Good work fam.