The Queens native built his reputation with street-level mixtapes and quickly became one of the city's leading DJs, graced with the latest tracks by the biggest names. Popular New York hip-hop station Hot 97 brought him aboard for a while in the late '90s alongside fellow DJ heavyweight Funkmaster Flex. The air time furthered his reputation, and Jay-Z in turn invited him to join forces with Roc-a-Fella, which released Clue?'s major-label debut, The Professional (1997). The album featured primarily exclusive tracks, each boasting one of New York's top rappers, everyone from Nas and Mobb Deep to DMX and Ja Rule.
A second volume followed in 2000, and in the meantime Clue? toured with Roc-a-Fella in support of Jay-Z's Hard Knock Life album as documented on Backstage (2000). He then parted ways with Roc-a-Fella and embarked on his own path, establishing Desert Storm Records and debuting Fabolous in 2001. Years later, once Jay-Z ascended to the position of president of Def Jam, Clue? recorded The Professional, Pt. 3 (2006).
Back To Life 2001
DJ Clue Lyrics
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What's goin' on? (whats goin' on?)
Steady are you ready? (are you ready)
What's goin' on? (tell me whats goin' on)
Cold fresh air feel the mellow dip that's in the air
Oh yea, I'm bound take a look around
Oh, whats goin' down?
However do you want me?
However do you want me?
However do you need me?
However do you want me?
However do you need me?
However do you want me?
However do you need me?
I'm living at the very top of the floor
There's no more room for anything more
I state my name, my name's to claim
Ah
This is M. J. B.
Uh yea, now girl step up to Kiss
You sippin' red zyphandile, step up to crys
The coupe got 19's, the chain's got nice gleam
Girlfriend, you been scooped like ice cream
Your ass is fat, your frame is little
Got the door knockers on with your name in the middle
On the dance floor gettin' it in with me
Might let you and your friend hit me
Soon as the wind hit me
I live dare, legendary the top of the globe
So there is no more room for anything more
And I state my name, my names to claim
Jadakiss I done came here and changed the game
Now we at the point where your birthdays is costly
Got you a scotted outfit and a teacup yorkey
Head so crazy that its killing me softly
Sit down tell me how you want and how you need me
Its the bomb Mary and Clue please believe me
However do you want me?
However do you need me?
However do you want me?
However do you need me?
However do you want me?
However do you need me?
However do you want me?
However do you need me?
However do you want me?
However do you need me?
However do you want me?
However do you need me?
However do you want me?
However do you need me?
However do you want me?
However do you need me?
However do you want me?
However do you need me?
The song "Back to Life 2001" by DJ Clue featuring Mary J. Blige and Jadakiss talks about being ready and aware of what is going on around you. The lyrics begin with asking if the listener is ready and what is happening. The next line describes the fresh air and the atmosphere that is present. The artist then asks what is going on and what is happening. The chorus consists of the phrase "however do you want me/need me" repeated over and over.
Jadakiss raps about his fame and fortune, referencing his name and how he has changed the game. He then talks about spoiling his girlfriend with expensive gifts and clothes, portraying his wealth and luxury lifestyle. Mary J. Blige joins in with the chorus, repeatedly asking how the listener wants and needs her.
The song seems to be about living in the moment and enjoying your life, and about the luxurious lifestyle that comes with fame and wealth. The repeated question in the chorus could be interpreted as a plea for love and acceptance, with the artists asking how they can best be of service to their listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
Steady are you ready? (are you ready?)
Are you prepared and focused?
What's goin' on? (whats goin' on?)
What is happening around us?
Cold fresh air feel the mellow dip that's in the air
Sensing the calming atmosphere around us
Oh yea, I'm bound take a look around
I am excited to take a good look at everything
Oh, whats goin' down?
What's happening here?
However do you want me?
What do you want from me?
However do you need me?
What do you need from me?
I'm living at the very top of the floor
I am living at the highest level
There's no more room for anything more
No space is left for anything else
I state my name, my name's to claim
I am identifying myself, my name is my brand
This is M. J. B.
I am introducing Mary J. Blige
Uh yea, now girl step up to Kiss
Come and meet Jadakiss
You sippin' red zyphandile, step up to crys
You are drinking a special drink, step up to Jadakiss
The coupe got 19's, the chain's got nice gleam
The car has 19-inch rims and the necklace is shiny
Girlfriend, you been scooped like ice cream
Girl, you have been caught
Your ass is fat, your frame is little
Your buttocks are big, but your body is small
Got the door knockers on with your name in the middle
You are wearing hoop earrings with your name in the center
On the dance floor gettin' it in with me
We are dancing together on the dance floor
Might let you and your friend hit me
Maybe I will let you and your friend approach me
Soon as the wind hit me
As soon as I feel the cool breeze
I live dare, legendary the top of the globe
I dare to live my life, and I am a legendary figure at the top of the world
So there is no more room for anything more
I have reached my potential and have no more capacity
And I state my name, my names to claim
I am reminding everyone of my name and brand
Jadakiss I done came here and changed the game
I have arrived and made an impact on the industry
Now we at the point where your birthdays is costly
We have reached a point where celebrations are expensive
Got you a scotted outfit and a teacup yorkey
I got you a Scottish outfit and a small dog breed (Yorkshire Terrier)
Head so crazy that its killing me softly
Your beauty is driving me crazy
Sit down tell me how you want and how you need me
Let's talk about what you want and need from me
Its the bomb Mary and Clue please believe me
This is an excellent collaboration between Mary J. Blige and DJ Clue
However do you want me?
What do you want from me?
However do you need me?
What do you need from me?
However do you want me?
What do you want from me?
However do you need me?
What do you need from me?
However do you want me?
What do you want from me?
However do you need me?
What do you need from me?
However do you want me?
What do you want from me?
However do you need me?
What do you need from me?
However do you want me?
What do you want from me?
However do you need me?
What do you need from me?
However do you want me?
What do you want from me?
However do you need me?
What do you need from me?
However do you want me?
What do you want from me?
However do you need me?
What do you need from me?
However do you want me?
What do you want from me?
However do you need me?
What do you need from me?
However do you want me?
What do you want from me?
However do you need me?
What do you need from me?
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CARL WHEELER, ERNESTO DAVID JR SHAW, NELLEE HOOPER, RICHARD BERESFORD, RICHARD ELLSWORTH BERESFORD, SIMON LAW, SIMON ALBAN LAW
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