This, obviously, is a song written to explain the difference between talent and "childish hip hop ryhmes." I don't mean to be stereotypical, but it seems that everyone wants to be a raper, but like Mike says, "You want to be an emcee you’ve got to study the skill." I don't think most rappers understand the concept of vibe of rock and hip hop Linkin Park is talking about. So, basically, I think Mike is trying to say is if you think you have real skill, then you should step up, and show what you've got.
This, obviously, is a song written to explain the difference between talent and "childish hip hop ryhmes." I don't mean to be stereotypical, but it seems that everyone wants to be a raper, but like Mike says, "You want to be an emcee you’ve got to study the skill." I don't think most rappers understand the concept of vibe of rock and hip hop Linkin Park is talking about. So, basically, I think Mike is trying to say is if you think you have real skill, then you should step up, and show what you've got.