Hands Off My Mic (FULL RECORDING...
• Written by IGNIS8
[Intro] (Spoken, confident, hype build)
Yusei (with energy):
Yo, this is the crew — Yusei, Mina, Sun, Minjun,
Xavier, Yeonha, Yuqi, Tarjani —
Hands off the mic, this is our time to shine,
Step back, listen close, watch us climb.
(Beat kicks in, bass deep and steady)
[Verse 1]
Yusei (strong, commanding):
Step to the stage, I’m the fire in the night,
Claimin’ my crown, hands off my mic, hold tight.
Every word’s a flame, burnin’ through the fight,
Leader of the pack, keepin’ dreams in sight.
(Slight vocal echo on "fire in the night")
Mina (smooth flow, confident):
Flippin’ these bars with a rhythm so tight,
Queen of the flow, bringin’ the heat, pure light.
Watch me elevate, breakin’ limits in flight,
Rulin’ the game, makin’ wrongs feel right.
(Add subtle adlibs “yeah,” “uh-huh” after last line)
[Verse 2]
Sun (bright, energized delivery):
Shinin’ like the dawn, I’m the spark in the fight,
Voice blazing trails, cuttin’ through like sunlight.
Glowin’ up strong, with the power of might,
Brightest in the dark, ignitin’ the night.
Minjun (powerful, rhythmic):
Lines hit hard, got that lyrical might,
Grip on the beat, never losin’ sight.
Spittin’ truth raw, with passion so tight,
Movin’ mountains, bringin’ the hype to life.
[Pre-Chorus] (All together, layered harmonies)
Hands off the mic, it’s ours to defend,
No stoppin’ this crew, we break and transcend.
Voices united, together we rise,
Claimin’ our throne, no need for disguise.
(Fade with rising synth pads)
[Chorus] (Powerful group vocals, with call-and-response)
Lead (Yuqi):
Hands off my mic, you know we run the show,
Response (All):
Hands off my mic, we run the show!
Lead (Tarjani):
From the shadows to the spotlight, watch us glow,
Response (All):
Watch us glow, watch us glow!
Lead (Yusei):
Voices so loud, can’t put out the flame,
Response (All):
Can’t put out the flame!
Lead (Mina):
Hands off my mic — remember the name.
Response (All):
Remember the name!
[Verse 3]
Xavier (cool, smooth):
Smooth with the flow, like a breeze on the rise,
Eyes on the prize, no time for disguise.
Craftin’ the sound, watch it mesmerize,
Cool in the storm, sharp like a surprise.
Yeonha (bold, assertive):
Bold and electric, I’m breakin’ the mold,
Rippin’ the silence, my story unfolds.
Fearless and fierce, I’m never controlled,
Claimin’ my space, a force to behold.
[Verse 4]
Yuqi (fiery, intense):
Fire in my veins, every word ignites,
Bringin’ the storm, stormin’ through the nights.
Rhythm’s my weapon, I’m takin’ new heights,
Dancin’ with thunder, fearless in fights.
Tarjani (sharp, commanding):
Voice like a weapon, sharper than a knife,
Hands off my mic, I’m claimin’ my life.
Breakin’ the chains, cuttin’ through strife,
Power in words, I’m bringin’ the life
OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:
General vibe:
BPM: Around 90-95 — mid-tempo, punchy, with space to breathe and groove
Style: Modern boom-bap with layered synths and bass drops for energy shifts
Instruments:
Deep 808 bass for low-end punch
Crisp snare and hi-hat rolls for groove
Subtle synth pads during verses for atmosphere
Bright lead synths during chorus for hype
Vocal effects like reverb/delay to create depth on hooks
Beat breakdown by section:
Intro:
Light synth pads, subtle vinyl crackle or ambient sound
Minimal percussion, just a soft kick on the 1 and 3 beats
Build tension with a rising synth sweep into Verse 1
Verses:
Tight kick-snare pattern with syncopated hi-hat rolls (16th notes with some triplets)
Sparse synth chords in the background — low volume, atmospheric
Bass: Deep but mellow 808 to support vocals without overpowering
Leave space in the mix for vocal clarity
Pre-Chorus:
Add a layered harmonic pad with a slightly higher register
Increase hi-hat activity to build momentum
Snare gets a slight clap overlay for punch
Bass slightly louder, more presence
Chorus:
Full instrumentation kicks in: layered synth leads, punchy bass, and bright snares
Open hi-hats and cymbals to give an uplifting feel
Add vocal chants and crowd noise effects for hype
Subtle trap-style hi-hat triplets for energy
Bridge:
Drop percussion down, use sustained synth pads and filtered bass
Use vocal effects like echo and delay heavy on the last words
Build tension for the final chorus with a rising synth line
Outro:
Strip back instrumentation gradually
Use reverb and delay on the final vocal lines to fade out smoothly
Detailed Voice Coaching Tips
General Tips for All Members:
Warm up: Start with vocal warm-ups — lip trills, humming, scales to loosen up the voice
Breathing: Use diaphragmatic breathing to support your voice — inhale deeply through your nose, engage your core
Posture: Stand or sit straight to open up your lungs for better airflow
Diction: Articulate clearly, especially on fast flows or tricky syllables
Emotion: Convey the mood of the lyrics — confidence, fire, or calm intensity depending on the section
Mic technique: Keep consistent distance from the mic (6-8 inches), avoid popping by angling the mic slightly off-axis
Yusei: Commanding and steady — focus on power and clarity, avoid rushing
Mina: Smooth and melodic — keep your flow fluid, use breath control for longer lines
Sun: Bright tone — smile slightly while rapping to add warmth
Minjun: Punchy delivery — emphasize consonants to hit hard
Xavier: Cool and laid-back — keep a relaxed flow, glide through transitions
Yeonha: Bold and sharp — accentuate aggressive syllables, add slight growl for attitude
Yuqi: Fiery and rhythmic — match intensity to beat, vary pitch for dynamic feel
Tarjani: Sharp and crisp — use precise diction and controlled bursts of power
Pre-Chorus (All):
Blend voices closely for harmony — practice singing together to match pitch
Control dynamics — start softer and build louder through the section
Use smooth phrasing to connect lines
Chorus (Lead and Group):
Lead vocals: Project bright and confident, use vibrato on long notes
Group vocals: Match timing and volume, layer multiple takes for fullness
Adlibs: Keep them spontaneous and energetic — “yeah!”, “uh-huh!”, “let’s go!”
Bridge (All):
Use soft dynamics, focus on sustained notes
Add emotional weight by varying vibrato and breathiness
Experiment with vocal layering and effects during recording
Outro
Calm but confident — let the energy gently fade
Use intimate tone, as if speaking directly to the listener
End with clear, crisp diction