Black Star Respiration -

: Samples a monologue from the 1983 graffiti documentary Style Wars , setting a gritty, authentic New York tone.

: Focuses on the duality of the city. He compares New York to a "bruised but sweet" apple, warning that those who "choose to eat" might lose their teeth—a metaphor for the dangers beneath the city's surface. Black Star Respiration

: It is the second single from the duo's only studio album of that era, Mos Def & Talib Kweli Are Black Star . How to Listen : Samples a monologue from the 1983 graffiti

Watch the official music video for 'Respiration' to see the urban imagery that inspired the track's lyrics: Black Star - Respiration ft. Common BlackStarVEVO YouTube• Jun 16, 2009 : It is the second single from the

: Listen to the album version or the official music video on YouTube.

: You can find "Respiration" on major platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.