"Easy They Come" is a standout track from the South African hip-hop duo Ill-Literate-Skill (also known as Ill Skillz), featuring production by Planet Earth . The song is a primary example of the duo's "electric, raw style of rap" that has defined their presence in the Cape Town music scene since 2005. The Track Breakdown
Ill-Literate-Skill’s collaboration with producers like Planet Earth helped bridge the gap between traditional boom-bap hip-hop and the evolving South African sound. Their 24-hour recording project remains a landmark in regional music history, documented as a testament to their technical "Skillz". Skillz That Pay Da Billz | Ill-Literate-Skill Ill Literate Skill - Easy They Come (prod. Planet Earth)
: Composed of Tommy Jinxx and Jimmy Flexx, Ill-Literate-Skill is renowned for their high-energy live performances and for pushing the boundaries of the hip-hop genre in Africa. "Easy They Come" is a standout track from
: Much of the duo's work, including their debut Notes From The Native Yards , focuses on the social landscape of Cape Town’s townships, particularly Gugulethu. Historical Significance Their 24-hour recording project remains a landmark in
: Produced by Planet Earth , the beat provides a rhythmic backbone that complements the duo’s intricate lyrical delivery.
The track’s title and refrain, explores the transience of relationships and the rapid pace of the music industry. Key lyrical themes include: