The Pick, the Sickle and the Shovel [Explicit Lyrics]

1. Intro

2. Dangerous Mindz

3. Bomb

4. Unexplained

5. Twelve Jewelz [Rza Solo]

6. Fairytalez

7. Never Gonna Come Back - Gravediggaz, Barry White

8. Pit of Snakes

9. Night the Earth Cried

10. Elimination Process - The Aleem Brothers, Gravediggaz, , Shabazz the Disciple

11. Repentance Day - Gravediggaz, , Sunz of Man

12. Hidden Emotions

13. What's Goin' On

14. Deadliest Biz

15. Outro

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Average customer rating: way dope !!!!! The LP Sequel to 6 Feet Deep/Niggamortis SMART!!!!! Excellent, dark rap for all you mentally dead mother f**kers! Gravediggaz - The Pick, The Sickle And The Shovel

The Pick, The Sickle And The Shovel Gravediggaz Manufacturer: V2 Ada ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music East Coast | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Gangsta & Hardcore | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Similar Items: The Pillage Nightmare in A Minor The Last Shall Be First Silent Weapons for Quiet Wars Ironman ASIN: B000005CEO Release Date: 1997-10-14

Tracks:

1. Intro
2. Dangerous Mindz
3. Da Bomb
4. Unexplained
5. Twelve Jewelz
6. Fairytalez
7. Never Gonna Come Back
8. Pit Of Snakes
9. The Night The Earth Cried
10. Elimination Process
11. Repentance Day
12. Hidden Emotions
13. What's Goin' On
14. Deadiest Biz
15. Outro

Customer Reviews:

way dope !!!!!.......2007-03-17

I dont know what is up with these bad reviewers they dont know what Hip-Hop is. This album is just as fresh as their first one. do yourself a favor dont listen to any of these reviewers, the dont know what their talking about. Cop this cd right away dont waste time. The lyricism sharp and all the beats are dope.

The LP Sequel to 6 Feet Deep/Niggamortis.......2006-10-03

Although 6 Feet Deep (aka Niggamortis) is more highly acclaimed than any other Gravediggaz album, "The Pick, the Sickle, and the Shovel" is a really good pickup from the group being their final release together alongside RZA, the Rzarector. Obviously later, the group count silently fell into just Frukwan after he and Too Poetic finished Nightmare in A-Minor because in that same year (2001) was the death of Too Poetic (da Grym Reaper), RZA had full absence in Nightmare in A-Minor, and Prince Paul (da Undertaker AKA Dr. Strange) only having done another featurette like on here. Nonetheless, this album was the final reunion of the whole Gravediggaz members after 2 to 3 years since their debut, only releasing The Hell E.P. (featuring Tricky) in 1995.

"The Pick, the Sickle, and the Shovel" is a highly underrated album, seeing as how the lyrics went real descriptive in some tracks and the production overall was more onbeat by The RZA and The Wu Elements (of Wu Tang Productions); not saying that 6 Feet Deep/Niggamortis overall was offbeat. Although Prince Paul was barely here (12. Hidden Emotions, 15. Outro), you do have Wu Affiliates that have done excellent work on production with Gravediggaz having good resources and verses were excellent in overall done by usually RZA, (Frukwan da) Gatekeeper, and (Too Poetic da) Grym Reaper. Poetic was even on some production here himself (04. Unexplained, 10. Elimination Process, 11. Repentance Day) with one done by Frukwan (14. Deadliest Biz; which in Nightmare in A-Minor, the production is mainly done by both of them).

Like said before by one of the reviewers, listen to this more than once if not satisfied the first time. Highest I can rate this is a 4.5; some unforgettable and original tracks here.

1. Intro (Produced by The RZA) 1:17
The crew still credited Prince Paul to participate in the album nonetheless, as Grym said "spiritually".
2. Dangerous Mindz (Prod. by Fourth Disciple and RZA) (9/10) 4:54
Very good production, sick lyrics and metaphors. Good production by 4th Disciple.
3. Da Bomb (Prod. by Truemaster) (8/10) 4:08
Straight beat with a real good rhythm, very good lyrics. Has a chorus like "6 Feet Deep" from Niggamortis/6 Feet Deep.
4. Unexplained (Prod. by Poetic for Sharpshooter Productions) (10/10) 3:00
Hardcore lyrics to a softer production style, but that doesn't change how hot the beat itself is.
5. Twelve Jewelz (Prod. by Darkim) (8/10) 2:51
A RZA solo track. Really cool beat and RZA continues this whole song with no chorus. Well deserved.
6. Fairytalez (ft. Kelis Rogers) (Prod. by Goldfinghaz) (10/10) 4:46
Excellent production, resources, and lyrics with very clever metaphors, deep chorus. A must-hear.
7. Never Gonna Come Back (Prod. by Goldfinghaz) (8/10) 3:48
Another excellent production however smooth beat. Sad and slow but clean lyrics by the group. Credit to Barry White - Love Serenade.
8. Pit of Snakes (Prod. by Truemaster and The RZA) (7/10) 4:19
Decent production, real good lyrics. Grym Reaper's final verse was the best here.
9. The Night the Earth Cried (Prod. by 4th Disciple and The RZA) (9/10) 4:33
To me, it's hard whether to just say this is a 10 or 9. But I'll just go by here. Although the track isn't as hyped as the other ones, the verses are are incredible and descriptive. The production is slower; decent chorus.
10. Elimination Process (ft. Omen and The Aleem Brothers, Shabazz The Disciple) (Prod. by Poetic) (8/10) 5:36
Above average lyrics, above average production. Grym Reaper starts hyped here, as Frukwan makes a real hard verse here. Omen continues the track flowing, Shabazz carries the track up and Grym makes a cold finish to the chorus.
11. Repentance Day (ft. Hell Razor, Killah Priest, and Sunz of Man) (Prod. by Poetic) (10/10) 5:18
Although Poetic/Grym Reaper is the only Gravediggaz member on this track, Hell Razor and Killah Priest really lifted this track up excellently.
12. Hidden Emotions (ft. Truemaster) (10/10) 6:17
The track starts off in a skit (I think by Frukwan/Da Gatekeeper). Excellent production, real lyrics in all verses. Truemaster put some lyrics down here. Prince Paul was credited in the track here of Prince Pawl Musick.
13. What's Goin' On (ft. Blue Raspberry and 9th Prince) (9/10) 4:33
Excellent production, as the background vocals is done by Blue Raspberry with above average lyrics overall. Really good chorus.
14. Deadliest Biz (Prod. by Frukwan) (8/10) 3:02
Although it's kept short, the lyrics are pretty hype, pretty good. Catchy beat to flow. Frukwan did most of the work here but Grym had more than half of the verses here.
15. Outro (Prod. by Prince Paul) 1:19

These extra tracks are from the IMPORT/Japanese version through Sony Entertainment of Japan and V2 Records Japan:
16. The Night the Earth Cried (Ultimatum Remix)* (9/10) 5:18
Although the remix does carry the rhythm to the artists' flow real well, I don't think it makes it better but it's a real good extra.
17. Unexplained (Hasz Remix)* (9/10) 3:13
To you, it can be better or worse than the original. I obviously chose the latter if you paid attention to my little number ratings. The beat makes the verses take that track as if it's that "intelligent rap". Reminds me of Cyclops 3000 (see Sir Menelik). But still a good track to hear.
18. The Night the Earth Cried (Diamond J Remix)* (10/10) 5:04
The beat here fits to the lyrics; real catchy rhythm as the melody got that horror movie keyboard whine. Excellently here. I prefer this than to the Ultimatum Remix. Diamond J apparently became the new member the Gravediggaz. See the review on Nightmare in A-Minor for more details.

Like said before, if you didn't like this the first time - peep it again. Give it a chance. As for more Gravediggaz, peep out my review on Nightmare in A-Minor. Nightmare in A-Minor, which is the last (official) album done by The Gravediggaz, focuses more on the less rated artists since they did most of the work: Too Poetic and Frukwan. So check that out if you want more music by Da Grym Reaper and Da Gatekeeper. Obviously, for more of Prince Paul and The RZA, look into Wu-Tang again and Prince Paul's many features and solo albums.

SMART!!!!!.......2006-04-19

This album is by far the best gravediggaz album even with prince paul gone this album is way more mature and thought out lyrically and suprisingly the production is better even without paul which is ironic

this is 1 of the greatest hip hop releases of the 90's and it's a shame that it's slept on even by gravediggaz fans

so if you support underground rap BUY IT!!!!!!!!!!

Excellent, dark rap for all you mentally dead mother f**kers!.......2006-04-01

I used to listen to this a lot back in the day, recently dusted it off and it's still awesome. Very unique in that they sort of position themselves as superhero vigilantes exacting violent retribution on behalf of the weak and downtrodden against their oppressors. It's a great concept. Poetic and Frukwan handle most of the rhyme duties and they do it well, with sharp intelligence and intricate wordplay track after track, they especially flex their rapping muscles on "dangerous mindz", which features some really jaw dropping verses. The beats are hot too, "da bomb" and "pit of snakes" are a couple of absolute bangers. A near-classic.

Gravediggaz - The Pick, The Sickle And The Shovel.......2006-03-16

This album is straight ill! This and 6 Feet Deep are the illest ones! Check this album out no doubt, if you liked 6 Feet Deep there is no doubt in my mind youll be feelin this album for sure no doubt. Better beats on this album. RZA produces mad good and sh**. Just check this out thats all I gotta say. Some people say that this album isnt as grimey as 6 Feet Deep but please notice that its still true hiphop and good sh**. Check this now!!

My Top 5 Songs
1.Dangerous Mindz
2.Da Bomb
3.Unexplained
4.Pit Of Snakes
5.Whats Goin ON

Average customer rating: way dope !!!!! The LP Sequel to 6 Feet Deep/Niggamortis SMART!!!!! Excellent, dark rap for all you mentally dead mother f**kers! Gravediggaz - The Pick, The Sickle And The Shovel

The Pick, The Sickle And The Shovel [Edited Version] Gravediggaz Manufacturer: V2 ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music East Coast | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Gangsta & Hardcore | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Similar Items: The Pillage Nightmare in A Minor The Last Shall Be First Silent Weapons for Quiet Wars Ironman ASIN: B000005CEQ Release Date: 1997-10-14

Tracks:

1. Intro
2. Dangerous Mindz
3. Da Bomb
4. Unexplained
5. Twelve Jewelz
6. Fairytalez
7. Never Gonna Come Back
8. Pit Of Snakes
9. The Night The Earth Cried
10. Elimination Process
11. Repentance Day
12. Hidden Emotions
13. What's Goin' On
14. Deadliest Biz
15. Outro

Customer Reviews:

way dope !!!!!.......2007-03-17

I dont know what is up with these bad reviewers they dont know what Hip-Hop is. This album is just as fresh as their first one. do yourself a favor dont listen to any of these reviewers, the dont know what their talking about. Cop this cd right away dont waste time. The lyricism sharp and all the beats are dope.

The LP Sequel to 6 Feet Deep/Niggamortis.......2006-10-03

Although 6 Feet Deep (aka Niggamortis) is more highly acclaimed than any other Gravediggaz album, "The Pick, the Sickle, and the Shovel" is a really good pickup from the group being their final release together alongside RZA, the Rzarector. Obviously later, the group count silently fell into just Frukwan after he and Too Poetic finished Nightmare in A-Minor because in that same year (2001) was the death of Too Poetic (da Grym Reaper), RZA had full absence in Nightmare in A-Minor, and Prince Paul (da Undertaker AKA Dr. Strange) only having done another featurette like on here. Nonetheless, this album was the final reunion of the whole Gravediggaz members after 2 to 3 years since their debut, only releasing The Hell E.P. (featuring Tricky) in 1995.

"The Pick, the Sickle, and the Shovel" is a highly underrated album, seeing as how the lyrics went real descriptive in some tracks and the production overall was more onbeat by The RZA and The Wu Elements (of Wu Tang Productions); not saying that 6 Feet Deep/Niggamortis overall was offbeat. Although Prince Paul was barely here (12. Hidden Emotions, 15. Outro), you do have Wu Affiliates that have done excellent work on production with Gravediggaz having good resources and verses were excellent in overall done by usually RZA, (Frukwan da) Gatekeeper, and (Too Poetic da) Grym Reaper. Poetic was even on some production here himself (04. Unexplained, 10. Elimination Process, 11. Repentance Day) with one done by Frukwan (14. Deadliest Biz; which in Nightmare in A-Minor, the production is mainly done by both of them).

Like said before by one of the reviewers, listen to this more than once if not satisfied the first time. Highest I can rate this is a 4.5; some unforgettable and original tracks here.

1. Intro (Produced by The RZA) 1:17
The crew still credited Prince Paul to participate in the album nonetheless, as Grym said "spiritually".
2. Dangerous Mindz (Prod. by Fourth Disciple and RZA) (9/10) 4:54
Very good production, sick lyrics and metaphors. Good production by 4th Disciple.
3. Da Bomb (Prod. by Truemaster) (8/10) 4:08
Straight beat with a real good rhythm, very good lyrics. Has a chorus like "6 Feet Deep" from Niggamortis/6 Feet Deep.
4. Unexplained (Prod. by Poetic for Sharpshooter Productions) (10/10) 3:00
Hardcore lyrics to a softer production style, but that doesn't change how hot the beat itself is.
5. Twelve Jewelz (Prod. by Darkim) (8/10) 2:51
A RZA solo track. Really cool beat and RZA continues this whole song with no chorus. Well deserved.
6. Fairytalez (ft. Kelis Rogers) (Prod. by Goldfinghaz) (10/10) 4:46
Excellent production, resources, and lyrics with very clever metaphors, deep chorus. A must-hear.
7. Never Gonna Come Back (Prod. by Goldfinghaz) (8/10) 3:48
Another excellent production however smooth beat. Sad and slow but clean lyrics by the group. Credit to Barry White - Love Serenade.
8. Pit of Snakes (Prod. by Truemaster and The RZA) (7/10) 4:19
Decent production, real good lyrics. Grym Reaper's final verse was the best here.
9. The Night the Earth Cried (Prod. by 4th Disciple and The RZA) (9/10) 4:33
To me, it's hard whether to just say this is a 10 or 9. But I'll just go by here. Although the track isn't as hyped as the other ones, the verses are are incredible and descriptive. The production is slower; decent chorus.
10. Elimination Process (ft. Omen and The Aleem Brothers, Shabazz The Disciple) (Prod. by Poetic) (8/10) 5:36
Above average lyrics, above average production. Grym Reaper starts hyped here, as Frukwan makes a real hard verse here. Omen continues the track flowing, Shabazz carries the track up and Grym makes a cold finish to the chorus.
11. Repentance Day (ft. Hell Razor, Killah Priest, and Sunz of Man) (Prod. by Poetic) (10/10) 5:18
Although Poetic/Grym Reaper is the only Gravediggaz member on this track, Hell Razor and Killah Priest really lifted this track up excellently.
12. Hidden Emotions (ft. Truemaster) (10/10) 6:17
The track starts off in a skit (I think by Frukwan/Da Gatekeeper). Excellent production, real lyrics in all verses. Truemaster put some lyrics down here. Prince Paul was credited in the track here of Prince Pawl Musick.
13. What's Goin' On (ft. Blue Raspberry and 9th Prince) (9/10) 4:33
Excellent production, as the background vocals is done by Blue Raspberry with above average lyrics overall. Really good chorus.
14. Deadliest Biz (Prod. by Frukwan) (8/10) 3:02
Although it's kept short, the lyrics are pretty hype, pretty good. Catchy beat to flow. Frukwan did most of the work here but Grym had more than half of the verses here.
15. Outro (Prod. by Prince Paul) 1:19

These extra tracks are from the IMPORT/Japanese version through Sony Entertainment of Japan and V2 Records Japan:
16. The Night the Earth Cried (Ultimatum Remix)* (9/10) 5:18
Although the remix does carry the rhythm to the artists' flow real well, I don't think it makes it better but it's a real good extra.
17. Unexplained (Hasz Remix)* (9/10) 3:13
To you, it can be better or worse than the original. I obviously chose the latter if you paid attention to my little number ratings. The beat makes the verses take that track as if it's that "intelligent rap". Reminds me of Cyclops 3000 (see Sir Menelik). But still a good track to hear.
18. The Night the Earth Cried (Diamond J Remix)* (10/10) 5:04
The beat here fits to the lyrics; real catchy rhythm as the melody got that horror movie keyboard whine. Excellently here. I prefer this than to the Ultimatum Remix. Diamond J apparently became the new member the Gravediggaz. See the review on Nightmare in A-Minor for more details.

Like said before, if you didn't like this the first time - peep it again. Give it a chance. As for more Gravediggaz, peep out my review on Nightmare in A-Minor. Nightmare in A-Minor, which is the last (official) album done by The Gravediggaz, focuses more on the less rated artists since they did most of the work: Too Poetic and Frukwan. So check that out if you want more music by Da Grym Reaper and Da Gatekeeper. Obviously, for more of Prince Paul and The RZA, look into Wu-Tang again and Prince Paul's many features and solo albums.

SMART!!!!!.......2006-04-19

This album is by far the best gravediggaz album even with prince paul gone this album is way more mature and thought out lyrically and suprisingly the production is better even without paul which is ironic

this is 1 of the greatest hip hop releases of the 90's and it's a shame that it's slept on even by gravediggaz fans

so if you support underground rap BUY IT!!!!!!!!!!

Excellent, dark rap for all you mentally dead mother f**kers!.......2006-04-01

I used to listen to this a lot back in the day, recently dusted it off and it's still awesome. Very unique in that they sort of position themselves as superhero vigilantes exacting violent retribution on behalf of the weak and downtrodden against their oppressors. It's a great concept. Poetic and Frukwan handle most of the rhyme duties and they do it well, with sharp intelligence and intricate wordplay track after track, they especially flex their rapping muscles on "dangerous mindz", which features some really jaw dropping verses. The beats are hot too, "da bomb" and "pit of snakes" are a couple of absolute bangers. A near-classic.

Gravediggaz - The Pick, The Sickle And The Shovel.......2006-03-16

This album is straight ill! This and 6 Feet Deep are the illest ones! Check this album out no doubt, if you liked 6 Feet Deep there is no doubt in my mind youll be feelin this album for sure no doubt. Better beats on this album. RZA produces mad good and sh**. Just check this out thats all I gotta say. Some people say that this album isnt as grimey as 6 Feet Deep but please notice that its still true hiphop and good sh**. Check this now!!

My Top 5 Songs
1.Dangerous Mindz
2.Da Bomb
3.Unexplained
4.Pit Of Snakes
5.Whats Goin ON

Average customer rating: What's the import worth?

The Pick, the Sickle and the Shovel Gravediggaz Manufacturer: Import [Generic] ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD East Coast | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Gangsta & Hardcore | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Rap & Hip-Hop | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00000G1IQ Release Date: 1999-04-20

Tracks:

1. Intro
2. Dangerous Mindz
3. Da Bomb
4. Unexplained
5. Twelve Jewelz
6. Fairytalz
7. Never Gonna Come Back
8. Pit of Snakes
9. Night the Earth Cried
10. Elimination Process
11. Repentance Day
12. Hidden Emotions
13. What's Goin' On
14. Deadliest Biz
15. Outro
16. Night the Earth Cried [Ultimatum Remix][*]
17. Unexplained [Hasz Mix][*]
18. Night the Earth Cried [Diamond J Remix][*]

Album Details

Japanese Version featuring Three Bonus Tracks: The Night the Earth Cried (Ultimatum Mix), the Night the Earth Cried (Diamomnd J Remix), and Unexplained (Kasz Mix).

Customer Reviews:

What's the import worth?.......2000-09-13

While not as great as their original album, the Gravediggaz second offering The Pick, the Sickle and the Shovel is still a 5 star offering. The key difference between the american album and the import are 3 remixes of songs already on the album. Two remixes of one of my personal favorite songs off the album, The Night the Earth Cried, then a remix of Unexplained. The songs are all of the quality that you would expect from the Gravediggaz. The songs are good, but they really don't offer anything new, only being remixes. The question you must ask, is are the 3 extra remixes are worth the bloated price increase? Unless you are a huge Gravedigga fan, or are lucky enough to find it someplace that offers it at a regular price, it isn't worth it. Stick with the stateside release, but definetly pick up this album.

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