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Yo what's good evil streets family you know how we do we back at it again big shout to all my members and subscribers for locking in every single day Y'all the backbone of this channel's rise and everything we built out here Anyone trying to push their music brand or business hit my line at evil streets media at gmail.com We can make it happen. Much love for all the cash app blessings too And anybody trying to hold the channel down can pull up at evil streets TV on cash app everything goes right back into building this thing up Aight y'all let's dive into this gangster chronicle Karim Biggs Burke one of the founding architects of Rockefeller records Got real reflective on that Lucifer joint from Jay-Z's black album during a 2018 sit down breaking down the deeply personal weight he carries with that record He broke it down the track that hit me the hardest was Lucifer I wasn't even in the picture for most of the black album sessions because my brother had just got murdered That last verse was straight up about my brother Bob Yo Biggs brother Robert Bob Burke got tragically gunned down in Harlem back in 2003 A blow that cut him to the bone He laid it out how heads stay going crazy over that record for the production Kanye West blessed it with and Jay's vicious delivery A lot of people sleep on the real meaning buried in the bars It's wild because mad people to this day say that's one of their top joints They go crazy for the beat they love how Jay bodied that flow But I don't know if they truly catch what the lyrics saying Biggs explained if you really break down Jay's third verse on Lucifer It's unfiltered and soaked in emotion a vengeance driven tribute to somebody snatched away too early Bars like Lucifer dawn of the morning I'm gonna chase you out of earth I got visions of gripping a nine-millimeter to Bob's killer asking him why as my eyes well up Jay becomes Biggs grief translating the agony of losing Bob and the hunger for payback The stark picture of aiming steel at the killer demanding explanations captures the powerlessness and fury that comes with burying someone to pointless violence Biggs' perspective gives Lucifer even more gravity Elevating it from a beloved track with an addictive hook and crushing beat into a haunting tale about authentic loss and The enduring shadow of tragedy Knowing the story behind the verse adds another dimension of heaviness to what is already regarded as one of Jay's most devastating records a Testament to how real life experiences often seep into art whether the audience picks up on it or not Rockefeller records officially shut down in 2013 But the collapse had been brewing for years wrapped in gossip and theories some point to beef over Aaliyah While others blamed the friction sparked when Cameron unexpectedly got handed a presidential position within the imprint While Jay Z was off on vacation and naturally whispers of envy among its co-founders Jay Z Dame-dash and Karim Biggs Burke linger as one of the main catalysts behind the destruction Whatever the real cause Rockefeller's imprint is undeniable Established in 1994 the imprint dominated an epoch cultivating an incredible lineup of talent that included Jay Z Kanye West Beanie Siegel and Cameron artists who not only dropped bangers but left a permanent stamp on the culture While some might not ride as hard as Dame-dash in calling it the greatest dynasty in hip-hop It's tough to challenge that it wasn't one of the most gifted collectives of that generation But behind every empire is a blueprint and Rockefeller's dominance owes plenty to the elements that assembled to construct it One of those essential elements was Robert Bob Alab Burke the brother of Biggs Burke While often eclipsed by the bigger-than-life personas of Jay Z and Dame-dash Bob's pull and networks in Harlem played a critical role in the genesis of the imprint Harlem in the late 80s and early 90s was a universe unto itself a fusion of grind danger swagger and culture The blocks weren't just streets They were turfs Crackling with energy from narcotics operations party cliques and hood folklore Among the many crews that shaped that period best out was one of the most powerful with its foundation rooted firmly around 141st in Lennox and extending through 142nd in Lennox This wasn't just a squad It was a phenomenon and Robert Bob Alab Burke was one of its central figures Bob wasn't just another name on the pavement He was a presence whose aura commanded respect His sway along with others like Dame-dash Karim Biggs Burke Claude B Kirk and Celoise Helped best out climb to the peak of Harlem's social landscape These weren't your typical party throwers or corner hustlers Best out became interchangeable with Harlem's nightlife and street culture orchestrating some of the most insane parties and establishing waves that even the most Plugged in crews tried to duplicate to grasp Bob's significance You have to examine the period Harlem wasn't the sanitized neighborhood it is today packed with brunch joints and art studios Back then Harlem was a battleground for the fearless Crews like the NFL crew from 139th Street same gang and the notorious X-Men and 40 wolves ran the landscape Whether it was the corners or the functions but best out they weren't just participating They were dictating it They had the borough blazing shaping not just Harlem but the essence of New York City as a whole Bob specifically stood apart because of his capacity to link with people on both ends of the divide the street dealers and the visionaries He was the kind of cat who could maneuver the corporate space and the concrete with equal skill a unique talent that made him a critical piece of the Rockefeller record saga Without him it's questionable if the rock would have been the same He was vital in uniting the main players and helping cement the blueprint of what would become one of hip-hop's most legendary imprints The best out crew was mythical in Harlem recognized for their extravagant lifestyle and ironclad brotherhood Dame Dash former Rockefeller CEO regularly mentioned them in conversations saying they were some young cats just trying to have a good time But don't misunderstand they were securing the bag Before constructing empires in hip-hop these dudes were making waves in the streets pushing weight together before Rockefeller A salute to their grind and solidarity Despite their conflicts at iconic venues like the Rucker Park During the early entertainers basketball classic EBC tournaments in the late 1980s Bob a prominent best-out member had a solid connection with legendary Harlem Hustler Kevin Chiles Their bond ran deep so deep that Bob was one of 21 individuals indicted alongside Chiles in a high-profile conspiracy case Their intertwined narratives are a testament to the gritty and glamorous reality of Harlem street legends Bob and the others indicted alongside Kevin Chiles in that notorious conspiracy were instrumental in building Kevin's reputation as a stand-up figure in Harlem Unlike today's cases where massive indictments often trigger widespread cooperation with law enforcement This one stood out of the 21 individuals charged only one Charles Allen Brown chose to cooperate That loyalty solidified the crews code and reinforced the respect Kevin Chiles carries to this day It's a vital piece of history that underscores the principles many lived by in those times and one that shouldn't be forgotten Court documents reveal that Bob served roughly 18 months for his involvement in the conspiracy However years later as noted in his obituary by the Daily News his criminal record reflected numerous drug-related arrests Painting a broader picture of his life in Harlem during a turbulent era Born in the early 1970s Bob came of age in New York City during the mid to late 1980s right in the thick of the crack epidemic Like countless others who looked like him he was pulled into the madness of that era Examining Bob's story in totality There were two pivotal moments that really set the stage for Rockefeller records to emerge First off Bob connected his younger brother Biggs with Damon Dash One-third of Rockefeller's core trio that connection wasn't just a casual move It was essential Biggs became a key figure helping anchor the imprint and keep things operational The second major event came in the mid 90s out in the Bronx during that infamous battle between Jay Z and DMX After that battle where Jay held his ground and some even said it was a draw It was Bob and Biggs who spotted the opportunity and stepped up to put financial backing behind Rockefeller These weren't just random power moves they were about hustle and spotting talent Bob's connections to people like Kevin Chiles Damon Dash and Biggs weren't just street ties They were the foundation that helped construct Rockefeller into the empire it became As Rockefeller's climb to meteoric fame unfolded you could see Bob's fingerprints sprinkled throughout In the song-cry video he was right there posted next to Jay Z lending his presence to the movement His face also appeared in one of the most iconic scenes from Rockefeller's early momentum clips moving through the city with that swagger and purpose that defined the movement But Bob's story didn't end with Rockefeller's rise By 2003 the very streets that made him a legend turned deadly When Bob was gunned down in Harlem that year it marked the end of an era A reminder that even those who help build empires aren't always protected from the violence they come from Robert Bob Alab Burke's legacy is complex and layered He was a street figure who became instrumental in birthing one of hip-hop's greatest dynasties yet his name remains largely unknown outside those who were there Living between two worlds the concrete and the corporate Bob bridged gaps that others couldn't traverse His influence rippled through Rockefeller Records even if his direct contributions weren't always credited in the headlines The fact that Jay-Z dedicated bars on one of his most iconic tracks to Bob's memory speaks volumes about his impact That verse on Lucifer wasn't just emotion it was a testament to a man who mattered who played a crucial role in shaping the sound and movement of an entire generation Though his life was cut short and his story overshadowed by bigger names Robert Bob Alab Burke remains a foundational figure in hip-hop history A reminder that behind every empire are unsung architects whose sacrifices and connections built something greater than themselves His death in 2003 closed a chapter on an irreplaceable era of Harlem but his fingerprints on Rockefeller Records are permanent a legacy that echoes through decades of culture and remains a testament to a life lived between the streets and the stars