Older Than The Ancients
Alchemist · Other Songs - Alchemist
Stranded in a place I thought was fertile and calm.
I didn't know what hostile world laid ahead.
We were protected, Anubis judge of the dead.
Cursing the insects search for water in a sunburnt land.
We will go forward, I will persevere and never look back.
So they called me a son of a god, ironically as they laid me to rest.
Twice bitten, twice struck.
Lost motherland has swallowed us up.
I didn't know what hostile world laid ahead.
We were protected.
Anubis judge of the dead.
Read the glyphs they tell my story.
I'm the lost Pharaoh's son.
Seeking out the ancient myth of the great southern land.
Never again to see the waters of Mer.
Stuck within this southern land.
We can only defer.
Older Than The Ancients
Produced by the legendary Wu-Tang Clan member GZA, this track stands as a testament to the Alchemist's mastery of complex, spoken-word delivery. The recording features the artist's signature intricate rhyme schemes and philosophical introspection, characteristic of his work within the East Coast hip-hop landscape. While often associated with the broader Wu-Tang catalog, the song showcases his ability to weave together abstract concepts with rhythmic precision. The production style reflects the gritty, sample-heavy aesthetic common to the late 1990s and early 2000s era, grounding the lyrical content in a tangible sonic texture. It remains a notable example of the Alchemist's contribution to the genre, highlighting his role as a prolific writer and producer who prioritized lyrical density over melodic hooks.