Coney Island is well known as the site of amusement parks and a seaside resort. The attractions reached a historical peak during the first half of the 20th century, declining in popularity after World War II and years of neglect. In recent years, the area has seen the opening of MCU Park stadium and has become home to the Brooklyn Cyclonesminor league baseball team, as well as the opening of a new amusement park among several adjacent ones.
Geography
Coney Island is the westernmost part of the barrier islands of Long Island, and is about 4 miles (6.4km) long and 0.5 miles (0.80km) wide. It was formerly an island that was separated from the main part of Brooklyn by Coney Island Creek, a partial tidal mudflats, but it has since been developed into a peninsula. There were plans early in the 20th century to dredge and straighten the creek as a ship canal, but they were abandoned, and the center of the creek was filled in completely to allow construction of the Belt Parkway before World War II, and it was filled in again in 1962 with the construction of the Verrazano–Narrows Bridge. The western and eastern ends of the island are now peninsulas.
The film is also known as: Coney Island in Sweden, L'île aux plaisirs in France, L'isola delle sirene in Italy, San oneiro in Greece, Se necesitan maridos in Spain and Tivolin kaunotar in Finland.
Coney Island is a 1991 documentary film that traces the history of Coney Island, the westernmost part of the barrier islands of Long Island, New York. The film covers the island's 1609 discovery by Henry Hudson, its 1870s incarnation as a respectable beach destination for city-dwellers and showcase of the new developments ushered in by the machine age, the early 20th century, when amusement parks and innovative attractions attracted hundreds of thousands of people each day, and the gradual demise of the amusements.
Coney Island began as a resort destination in the early 1830s and gained popularity in the 1860s as advances in transportation reduced the time it took to get there from other parts of New York City. As visitors increased, attractions were added, including a tall observation tower, the Coney Island Elephant hotel, early roller coasters, carousels, and arc lights to enable nighttime swimming.
Coney Island's beginnings date back to 1867 when an apple farmer by the name of James Parker purchased 400 acres (1.6km2) of land along the shores of the Ohio River. James soon realized in the early 1870s the popularity of the farm's location, and that renting it out was more profitable than his apple orchard. He eventually added a dining hall, dancing hall, and bowling alley. He later sold the land in 1886 for $17,500 to a company called Ohio Grove Corporation headed by two steamboat captains. In time for the opening on June 21, 1886, the name was officially changed to "Ohio Grove, The Coney Island of the West" in an effort to link the park with the famous New York destination. Fortunate enough to be on a riverfront location, riverboat soon became the most popular method of transportation for park visitors. In 1887, "Ohio Grove" was completely dropped from the name as the park became known simply as "Coney Island".
From the debut EP "Adámas - Liminal"
The Wanderer, the one who questions life, drifting from place to place.A hymn to the perpetual death and rebirth cycle. Harmonies and sudden changes whirl around in this unique mixture of sounds and rhythms.
Lyrics
I wonder as I've wandered for all my life
In different place I wander every time
There is someone in me,
Someone in me,
Someone I hide
There is someone in me,
Someone in me,
Waiting for a chance
Praying for a chance
I'm on fire - I'm on fire
Burning - I'm on fire
Come with me don't be afraid
Jump in the pyre
Come with me don't be afraid
Jump in the pyre
Come with me don't be afraid
I live here - I'm on fire
In my heart - I'm on fire
Come with me don't be afraid
Jump in the fire
Drifting, I'm tripping
Ditchin' and s...
published: 06 May 2019
Exclusive Interview With Mike Ski of Brothers Keeper/The A.K
Mike Ski wants all the kids out there who think, "I'm only one person, I can't change anything" to know that it's not true. After all, it only took one person to open his mind to animal rights, and that one person set off a very influential domino effect. After being enlightened, Mike made it his personal mission to take the animal rights message to the streets. And as the frontman for the legendary hardcore outfit Brothers Keeper and most recently The A.K.A.s, he's in a very good position to do exactly that.
published: 28 Mar 2008
First You Close Your Eyes - Five Days In The Abyss (Esther Maria Documentary - featuring Kramer)
Watch outtakes from the film: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R76YTbGA9HM
PLEASE NOTE: DANISH AND ENGLISH SUBTITLES AVAILABLE (CLICK RIGHT HAND CORNER)
CHOOSE 720p OR 1080p QUALITY AND FULLSCREEN MODE FOR A BETTER VIEWING EXPERIENCE.
Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/firstyoucloseyoureyes
Running time: 30 minutes
Film website with photos, blogs and info: http://www.larsdideriksen.com/firstyoucloseyoureyes
Danish singer Esther Maria travels to New York with her musical partner Torsten Stistrup Cubel. They must record an entire album with American producer Kramer in just five days.
In the film we hear Esther Maria's thoughts about the subject matter of her songs and how she tries to reach the right frame of mind for the project. Kramer shares his philosophy on the creative proces and...
published: 29 Nov 2013
Celebration of Photography with Beuford Smith and Shawn Walker
(Filmed by Audio Visual Production) Dr. Sarah Eckhardt in conversation with photographers Beuford Smith and Shawn Walker, whose works are featured in the exhibition, A Commitment to the Community: The Black Photographers Annual, Volume I. Smith, the founder and chief photography editor of The Black Photographers Annual, worked closely with Walker who served as a picture editor for this key publication that ran from 1973 through 1980. Together they discuss the Annual, their participation in the New York photography collective, The Kamoinge Workshop, and the role of jazz as a metaphor and subject in photography.
From the debut EP "Adámas - Liminal"
The Wanderer, the one who questions life, drifting from place to place.A hymn to the perpetual death and rebirth cycle. H...
From the debut EP "Adámas - Liminal"
The Wanderer, the one who questions life, drifting from place to place.A hymn to the perpetual death and rebirth cycle. Harmonies and sudden changes whirl around in this unique mixture of sounds and rhythms.
Lyrics
I wonder as I've wandered for all my life
In different place I wander every time
There is someone in me,
Someone in me,
Someone I hide
There is someone in me,
Someone in me,
Waiting for a chance
Praying for a chance
I'm on fire - I'm on fire
Burning - I'm on fire
Come with me don't be afraid
Jump in the pyre
Come with me don't be afraid
Jump in the pyre
Come with me don't be afraid
I live here - I'm on fire
In my heart - I'm on fire
Come with me don't be afraid
Jump in the fire
Drifting, I'm tripping
Ditchin' and switchin'
I feel the need to burn those bridges
And leave this land behind
Consumed, by emotions
Draining me - they drain me
Cold-hearted, I feel the lightning
I'll breathe the air
But won't despair tonight
I've wander and I still wonder
Is this my life?
In different places I wandered every time
There is someone in me
Someone in me
Someone I hide
There is someone in me
Someone in me
Waiting for a chance
Praying for a chance
Recorded at Coney Island Studios and Trópico Union Studios by Alberto López and Joel Soyffer
Mixed by Andrés Landinez Mendez
Mastered by Gavin Lurssen at Lurssen Mastering
Produced by Adámas
Evan Greer - Drums, Backing Vocals
Dave Goodwin - Bass, Backing Vocals
Alberto López - Percussion, Backing Vocals
Stefanos-Filippos Diamantopoulos - Lead Vocals, Rhythm Guitar
Sergio Aldana Triana - Rhythm Guitar
Patrick Bailey - Lead and Rhythm Guitars
Matt Amper - Keyboards
Alex Painter - Backing Vocals
Kara Mack - Backing Vocals
Adámas are:
David Goodwin (Bass, Vocals)
Alberto Lopez (Percussion Vocals)
Evan Greer (Drums, Vocals)
Stefanos Filippos Diamantopoulos (Guitars, Vocals)
Bandcamp: https://adamasmusic.bandcamp.com/album/liminal
ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/liminal-ep/1457461435
Spotify: http://bit.ly/adamas_liminal
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeAdamas/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamas.music/
Bookings: [email protected]
From the debut EP "Adámas - Liminal"
The Wanderer, the one who questions life, drifting from place to place.A hymn to the perpetual death and rebirth cycle. Harmonies and sudden changes whirl around in this unique mixture of sounds and rhythms.
Lyrics
I wonder as I've wandered for all my life
In different place I wander every time
There is someone in me,
Someone in me,
Someone I hide
There is someone in me,
Someone in me,
Waiting for a chance
Praying for a chance
I'm on fire - I'm on fire
Burning - I'm on fire
Come with me don't be afraid
Jump in the pyre
Come with me don't be afraid
Jump in the pyre
Come with me don't be afraid
I live here - I'm on fire
In my heart - I'm on fire
Come with me don't be afraid
Jump in the fire
Drifting, I'm tripping
Ditchin' and switchin'
I feel the need to burn those bridges
And leave this land behind
Consumed, by emotions
Draining me - they drain me
Cold-hearted, I feel the lightning
I'll breathe the air
But won't despair tonight
I've wander and I still wonder
Is this my life?
In different places I wandered every time
There is someone in me
Someone in me
Someone I hide
There is someone in me
Someone in me
Waiting for a chance
Praying for a chance
Recorded at Coney Island Studios and Trópico Union Studios by Alberto López and Joel Soyffer
Mixed by Andrés Landinez Mendez
Mastered by Gavin Lurssen at Lurssen Mastering
Produced by Adámas
Evan Greer - Drums, Backing Vocals
Dave Goodwin - Bass, Backing Vocals
Alberto López - Percussion, Backing Vocals
Stefanos-Filippos Diamantopoulos - Lead Vocals, Rhythm Guitar
Sergio Aldana Triana - Rhythm Guitar
Patrick Bailey - Lead and Rhythm Guitars
Matt Amper - Keyboards
Alex Painter - Backing Vocals
Kara Mack - Backing Vocals
Adámas are:
David Goodwin (Bass, Vocals)
Alberto Lopez (Percussion Vocals)
Evan Greer (Drums, Vocals)
Stefanos Filippos Diamantopoulos (Guitars, Vocals)
Bandcamp: https://adamasmusic.bandcamp.com/album/liminal
ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/liminal-ep/1457461435
Spotify: http://bit.ly/adamas_liminal
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeAdamas/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamas.music/
Bookings: [email protected]
Mike Ski wants all the kids out there who think, "I'm only one person, I can't change anything" to know that it's not true. After all, it only took one person t...
Mike Ski wants all the kids out there who think, "I'm only one person, I can't change anything" to know that it's not true. After all, it only took one person to open his mind to animal rights, and that one person set off a very influential domino effect. After being enlightened, Mike made it his personal mission to take the animal rights message to the streets. And as the frontman for the legendary hardcore outfit Brothers Keeper and most recently The A.K.A.s, he's in a very good position to do exactly that.
Mike Ski wants all the kids out there who think, "I'm only one person, I can't change anything" to know that it's not true. After all, it only took one person to open his mind to animal rights, and that one person set off a very influential domino effect. After being enlightened, Mike made it his personal mission to take the animal rights message to the streets. And as the frontman for the legendary hardcore outfit Brothers Keeper and most recently The A.K.A.s, he's in a very good position to do exactly that.
Watch outtakes from the film: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R76YTbGA9HM
PLEASE NOTE: DANISH AND ENGLISH SUBTITLES AVAILABLE (CLICK RIGHT HAND CORNER)
CHOOSE 7...
Watch outtakes from the film: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R76YTbGA9HM
PLEASE NOTE: DANISH AND ENGLISH SUBTITLES AVAILABLE (CLICK RIGHT HAND CORNER)
CHOOSE 720p OR 1080p QUALITY AND FULLSCREEN MODE FOR A BETTER VIEWING EXPERIENCE.
Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/firstyoucloseyoureyes
Running time: 30 minutes
Film website with photos, blogs and info: http://www.larsdideriksen.com/firstyoucloseyoureyes
Danish singer Esther Maria travels to New York with her musical partner Torsten Stistrup Cubel. They must record an entire album with American producer Kramer in just five days.
In the film we hear Esther Maria's thoughts about the subject matter of her songs and how she tries to reach the right frame of mind for the project. Kramer shares his philosophy on the creative proces and how he experienced working with her. We follow these three creative souls as Esther Maria's debut album "The Abyss" starts to take shape in a small flat in Tribeca.
The music itself and the urban landscape of New York City play their own part in the film alongside the three musicians.
The four videoblogs from the trip:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e7gbBpKdBAg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLVjQ6cPvpI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=72U0ob9KZHY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0D0cXzG0TI
Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpOOYjxJ_Ms
CREDITS & INFO
Sound Of Perpetual Astonishment &
The Quest Records present
Esther Maria in
FIRST YOU CLOSE YOUR EYES
- Five Days In The Abyss
A film by Lars Kjær Dideriksen
Filmed, directed & edited by Lars Kjær Dideriksen
Words and music by Esther Maria
with Torsten Stistrup Cubel
Produced by Kramer
Supported by
Aarhus Filmværksted and Ophavsretsfonden (Dansk Journalistforbund)
Also thanks to
HP Møller Andersen
Carsten Meinhardt
Ulrik Lyhne
Additional musicians on "The Abyss"
Soma Allpass
Jeff Linsenmaier
Filmed in TriBeCa, New York, October 2010
"The Abyss" was recorded with microphones from Oktavamod.com and preamps from Tritonaudio.com
Copyright 2012
THE DIRECTOR ABOUT THE FILM
"Having worked with video and music for years this documentary short -- my first -- was a natural step. My aim was to combine the music with images of New York and the recording proces while having the artists share their thoughts on it at the same time.
But this should not be a film with people sitting and just talking about music. I wanted all the elements to merge together and create an experience that did not feel just like a cut and dry factual documentary. I aimed at being just a bit poetic -- and the elements
of pictures, sound and thoughts that I had at my disposal helped me in that direction."
- Lars Kjær Dideriksen
Watch outtakes from the film: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R76YTbGA9HM
PLEASE NOTE: DANISH AND ENGLISH SUBTITLES AVAILABLE (CLICK RIGHT HAND CORNER)
CHOOSE 720p OR 1080p QUALITY AND FULLSCREEN MODE FOR A BETTER VIEWING EXPERIENCE.
Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/firstyoucloseyoureyes
Running time: 30 minutes
Film website with photos, blogs and info: http://www.larsdideriksen.com/firstyoucloseyoureyes
Danish singer Esther Maria travels to New York with her musical partner Torsten Stistrup Cubel. They must record an entire album with American producer Kramer in just five days.
In the film we hear Esther Maria's thoughts about the subject matter of her songs and how she tries to reach the right frame of mind for the project. Kramer shares his philosophy on the creative proces and how he experienced working with her. We follow these three creative souls as Esther Maria's debut album "The Abyss" starts to take shape in a small flat in Tribeca.
The music itself and the urban landscape of New York City play their own part in the film alongside the three musicians.
The four videoblogs from the trip:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e7gbBpKdBAg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLVjQ6cPvpI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=72U0ob9KZHY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0D0cXzG0TI
Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpOOYjxJ_Ms
CREDITS & INFO
Sound Of Perpetual Astonishment &
The Quest Records present
Esther Maria in
FIRST YOU CLOSE YOUR EYES
- Five Days In The Abyss
A film by Lars Kjær Dideriksen
Filmed, directed & edited by Lars Kjær Dideriksen
Words and music by Esther Maria
with Torsten Stistrup Cubel
Produced by Kramer
Supported by
Aarhus Filmværksted and Ophavsretsfonden (Dansk Journalistforbund)
Also thanks to
HP Møller Andersen
Carsten Meinhardt
Ulrik Lyhne
Additional musicians on "The Abyss"
Soma Allpass
Jeff Linsenmaier
Filmed in TriBeCa, New York, October 2010
"The Abyss" was recorded with microphones from Oktavamod.com and preamps from Tritonaudio.com
Copyright 2012
THE DIRECTOR ABOUT THE FILM
"Having worked with video and music for years this documentary short -- my first -- was a natural step. My aim was to combine the music with images of New York and the recording proces while having the artists share their thoughts on it at the same time.
But this should not be a film with people sitting and just talking about music. I wanted all the elements to merge together and create an experience that did not feel just like a cut and dry factual documentary. I aimed at being just a bit poetic -- and the elements
of pictures, sound and thoughts that I had at my disposal helped me in that direction."
- Lars Kjær Dideriksen
(Filmed by Audio Visual Production) Dr. Sarah Eckhardt in conversation with photographers Beuford Smith and Shawn Walker, whose works are featured in the exhibi...
(Filmed by Audio Visual Production) Dr. Sarah Eckhardt in conversation with photographers Beuford Smith and Shawn Walker, whose works are featured in the exhibition, A Commitment to the Community: The Black Photographers Annual, Volume I. Smith, the founder and chief photography editor of The Black Photographers Annual, worked closely with Walker who served as a picture editor for this key publication that ran from 1973 through 1980. Together they discuss the Annual, their participation in the New York photography collective, The Kamoinge Workshop, and the role of jazz as a metaphor and subject in photography.
(Filmed by Audio Visual Production) Dr. Sarah Eckhardt in conversation with photographers Beuford Smith and Shawn Walker, whose works are featured in the exhibition, A Commitment to the Community: The Black Photographers Annual, Volume I. Smith, the founder and chief photography editor of The Black Photographers Annual, worked closely with Walker who served as a picture editor for this key publication that ran from 1973 through 1980. Together they discuss the Annual, their participation in the New York photography collective, The Kamoinge Workshop, and the role of jazz as a metaphor and subject in photography.
From the debut EP "Adámas - Liminal"
The Wanderer, the one who questions life, drifting from place to place.A hymn to the perpetual death and rebirth cycle. Harmonies and sudden changes whirl around in this unique mixture of sounds and rhythms.
Lyrics
I wonder as I've wandered for all my life
In different place I wander every time
There is someone in me,
Someone in me,
Someone I hide
There is someone in me,
Someone in me,
Waiting for a chance
Praying for a chance
I'm on fire - I'm on fire
Burning - I'm on fire
Come with me don't be afraid
Jump in the pyre
Come with me don't be afraid
Jump in the pyre
Come with me don't be afraid
I live here - I'm on fire
In my heart - I'm on fire
Come with me don't be afraid
Jump in the fire
Drifting, I'm tripping
Ditchin' and switchin'
I feel the need to burn those bridges
And leave this land behind
Consumed, by emotions
Draining me - they drain me
Cold-hearted, I feel the lightning
I'll breathe the air
But won't despair tonight
I've wander and I still wonder
Is this my life?
In different places I wandered every time
There is someone in me
Someone in me
Someone I hide
There is someone in me
Someone in me
Waiting for a chance
Praying for a chance
Recorded at Coney Island Studios and Trópico Union Studios by Alberto López and Joel Soyffer
Mixed by Andrés Landinez Mendez
Mastered by Gavin Lurssen at Lurssen Mastering
Produced by Adámas
Evan Greer - Drums, Backing Vocals
Dave Goodwin - Bass, Backing Vocals
Alberto López - Percussion, Backing Vocals
Stefanos-Filippos Diamantopoulos - Lead Vocals, Rhythm Guitar
Sergio Aldana Triana - Rhythm Guitar
Patrick Bailey - Lead and Rhythm Guitars
Matt Amper - Keyboards
Alex Painter - Backing Vocals
Kara Mack - Backing Vocals
Adámas are:
David Goodwin (Bass, Vocals)
Alberto Lopez (Percussion Vocals)
Evan Greer (Drums, Vocals)
Stefanos Filippos Diamantopoulos (Guitars, Vocals)
Bandcamp: https://adamasmusic.bandcamp.com/album/liminal
ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/liminal-ep/1457461435
Spotify: http://bit.ly/adamas_liminal
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeAdamas/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamas.music/
Bookings: [email protected]
Mike Ski wants all the kids out there who think, "I'm only one person, I can't change anything" to know that it's not true. After all, it only took one person to open his mind to animal rights, and that one person set off a very influential domino effect. After being enlightened, Mike made it his personal mission to take the animal rights message to the streets. And as the frontman for the legendary hardcore outfit Brothers Keeper and most recently The A.K.A.s, he's in a very good position to do exactly that.
Watch outtakes from the film: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R76YTbGA9HM
PLEASE NOTE: DANISH AND ENGLISH SUBTITLES AVAILABLE (CLICK RIGHT HAND CORNER)
CHOOSE 720p OR 1080p QUALITY AND FULLSCREEN MODE FOR A BETTER VIEWING EXPERIENCE.
Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/firstyoucloseyoureyes
Running time: 30 minutes
Film website with photos, blogs and info: http://www.larsdideriksen.com/firstyoucloseyoureyes
Danish singer Esther Maria travels to New York with her musical partner Torsten Stistrup Cubel. They must record an entire album with American producer Kramer in just five days.
In the film we hear Esther Maria's thoughts about the subject matter of her songs and how she tries to reach the right frame of mind for the project. Kramer shares his philosophy on the creative proces and how he experienced working with her. We follow these three creative souls as Esther Maria's debut album "The Abyss" starts to take shape in a small flat in Tribeca.
The music itself and the urban landscape of New York City play their own part in the film alongside the three musicians.
The four videoblogs from the trip:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e7gbBpKdBAg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLVjQ6cPvpI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=72U0ob9KZHY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0D0cXzG0TI
Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpOOYjxJ_Ms
CREDITS & INFO
Sound Of Perpetual Astonishment &
The Quest Records present
Esther Maria in
FIRST YOU CLOSE YOUR EYES
- Five Days In The Abyss
A film by Lars Kjær Dideriksen
Filmed, directed & edited by Lars Kjær Dideriksen
Words and music by Esther Maria
with Torsten Stistrup Cubel
Produced by Kramer
Supported by
Aarhus Filmværksted and Ophavsretsfonden (Dansk Journalistforbund)
Also thanks to
HP Møller Andersen
Carsten Meinhardt
Ulrik Lyhne
Additional musicians on "The Abyss"
Soma Allpass
Jeff Linsenmaier
Filmed in TriBeCa, New York, October 2010
"The Abyss" was recorded with microphones from Oktavamod.com and preamps from Tritonaudio.com
Copyright 2012
THE DIRECTOR ABOUT THE FILM
"Having worked with video and music for years this documentary short -- my first -- was a natural step. My aim was to combine the music with images of New York and the recording proces while having the artists share their thoughts on it at the same time.
But this should not be a film with people sitting and just talking about music. I wanted all the elements to merge together and create an experience that did not feel just like a cut and dry factual documentary. I aimed at being just a bit poetic -- and the elements
of pictures, sound and thoughts that I had at my disposal helped me in that direction."
- Lars Kjær Dideriksen
(Filmed by Audio Visual Production) Dr. Sarah Eckhardt in conversation with photographers Beuford Smith and Shawn Walker, whose works are featured in the exhibition, A Commitment to the Community: The Black Photographers Annual, Volume I. Smith, the founder and chief photography editor of The Black Photographers Annual, worked closely with Walker who served as a picture editor for this key publication that ran from 1973 through 1980. Together they discuss the Annual, their participation in the New York photography collective, The Kamoinge Workshop, and the role of jazz as a metaphor and subject in photography.
Coney Island is well known as the site of amusement parks and a seaside resort. The attractions reached a historical peak during the first half of the 20th century, declining in popularity after World War II and years of neglect. In recent years, the area has seen the opening of MCU Park stadium and has become home to the Brooklyn Cyclonesminor league baseball team, as well as the opening of a new amusement park among several adjacent ones.
Geography
Coney Island is the westernmost part of the barrier islands of Long Island, and is about 4 miles (6.4km) long and 0.5 miles (0.80km) wide. It was formerly an island that was separated from the main part of Brooklyn by Coney Island Creek, a partial tidal mudflats, but it has since been developed into a peninsula. There were plans early in the 20th century to dredge and straighten the creek as a ship canal, but they were abandoned, and the center of the creek was filled in completely to allow construction of the Belt Parkway before World War II, and it was filled in again in 1962 with the construction of the Verrazano–Narrows Bridge. The western and eastern ends of the island are now peninsulas.
(I was born and raised in the slums of every city) (I was born and raised in the slums of every city) [Hook: x2] (I was born and raised in the slums...) Coney Island, Coney Island (... of every city) It ain't gon get more hood or get more slum Than 23rd and Mermaid, that's where I'm from And even though the beach and board walk is fun Come seven blocks past Nathan's, you're done Neptune and Surf, murder made the worst Niggas came in Benzes, left in a hearse And if they spare your life, your jewels and your cash You're dispersed, biz know CI niggas thirst You prolly think it's all beach and amusement park You would be a fool to peruse after dark You will see the tool comin through Kaiser Park Cause late night niggas dig graves, and it's comp then Blazin is nothin, niggas came through beefin Got clapped and left at the precint Now I ain't sayin it is right or is decent But what it is is real and that's why I speak it [Hook x4] Nigga, I'm a native New Yorker Coney Isle made me the greatest of authors The greatest shit talkers The beachcombin, boardwalkin stalkers Y'all niggas gased by The Warriors Well, it ain't no Cyrus here Niggas do crimes, it ain't no sirens there Niggas do time and don't nobody care How we gon cry, that's a no sign affair, nobody tears We heartless, nigga, raised in the pits Where you will catch charges before you catch with a mitt Where you catch bodies or react from a hit And catch the nigga who did it and clap at his wis' Niggas more prone to get clapped from a chick Than get a good job and look after his kids I know it's foul but reality is That I'm from Coney Isle and that's what it is [Hook x4] They say it's all good in the hood - nah, misconception Niggas in the hood suffer from a misdirection They care more how a nigga rims reflectin Than care about who gon win the election If QU is hectic, then CI on some next shit Prodigy and Hav got the message The kids is reckless, projects, homes infested And no, can't shit correct it [Hook x4] (I was born and raised in the slums of every city) (I was born and raised in the slums of every city) (I was born and raised in the slums of every city)