Jeffrey A. Townes (born January 22, 1965 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania), al… Read Full Bio ↴Jeffrey A. Townes (born January 22, 1965 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania), also known as DJ Jazzy Jeff, is an American hip hop and R&B record producer and turntablist. He is best known for his early career with Will Smith as DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince. DJ Jazzy Jeff graduated from John Bartram High School in Philadelphia where he is enshrined in the school's "Wall of Fame".
History
When he was growing up, he found that listening to his parents was unbearable. He got a job as a newspaper boy at age 7 to support his family. Once he grew up, he developed a reputation and following as a school and block party DJ extraordinaire, Jazzy Jeff was the feature of the duo DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince. As a duo, they had several gold and platinum-selling albums and singles in the late 1980s and early 1990s, earning them the first rap Grammy ever presented in 1989 for Parents Just Don't Understand. When Smith branched out into television with the sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Jazzy Jeff played a recurring character named "Jazz", Smith's best friend on the show. The two characters always greeted each other with their signature handshake (swinging mid-five, point-back/snap with both characters saying "Pssh!").
Jazz' trademarks include being physically ejected from the house by Uncle Phil (James Avery), screaming as he went flying out the front door. This was referenced in the song "N.Y, N.Y." by Lloyd Banks from his second album Rotten Apple, with the lyric "I throw a bitch out the crib like Jazzy Jeff". [1]
DJ Jazzy Jeff is not to be confused with Jeffrey Myree from the earlier hip hop group Funky Four Plus One, which in fact filed and won a lawsuit over the name Jazzy Jeff against Jeff Townes and Jive records when they signed DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince. After DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince broke up, Townes went on to become a prominent R&B, soul, and neo soul record producer, establishing the A Touch of Jazz production company in his native Philadelphia. Among the artists that Jazzy Jeff has helped develop are Jill Scott and Musiq. Even though he separated from Will Smith as music partners, they are still best friends and still occasionally work together. Some songs by Will Smith were produced by Jeff Townes (Ex. Here He Comes), and he has performed on some songs by Will Smith such as "So Fresh" and "Potnas". In addition, he appears in several of Smith's music videos such as "Will2K", "Freakin' It", and "Party Starter". On some occasions, he makes appearances with Smith on live concerts, producing DJ scratches.
He, along with DJ Cash Money, is credited with making the transform scratch famous.
On July 2, 2005, DJ Jazzy Jeff performed with Will Smith at the Live 8 concert in Philadelphia. In the past, Will has performed on concerts with DJ Jazzy Jeff for the scratches. Moreover, Will acknowledges him in his music like "Comin' To The Stage" from the album Lost & Found or "Potnas" in his album Willennium.
His 2007 release TROTM (The Return of the Magnificent) is a classic work which returns to the roots of hip-hop with a neo-soul mixture included. This album featured numerous collaborations with old school and new school artists including CL Smooth, Big Daddy Kane, Pos from De La Soul, Method Man, Peedi Crakk (a remake of Brand New Funk), Rhymefest, and Raheem DeVaughn.
In 2007, he appeared with Rhymefest in the video DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Fest directed by Konee Rok, in which he makes music in his home recording studio with Rhymefest and they reveal that they are working on an album together called "I'm the DJ, I'm the Rapper".
Discography
Solo work as DJ Jazzy Jeff
* Unreleased album from Sony Records (1998)
* One cut in Battle of DJs
* The Magnificent (2002)
* Soulheaven Presents Jazzy Jeff in the House (2004)
* The Soul Mixtape Groovin' Records USA (2005)
* Hip-Hop Forever II Rapster Records (2004)
* Hip-Hop Forever III BBE Records (2006)
* The Return of The Magnificent EP (2007)
* The Return of the Magnificent (2007)
* The Return of Hip Hop EP (2007)
As DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince
* Rock the House (1987) #83 US (Gold)
* He's the DJ, I'm the Rapper (1988) #4 US (3x Platinum)
* And in This Corner… (1989) #39 US (Gold)
* Homebase (1991) #12 US (Platinum)
* Code Red (1993) #64 US (Gold)
* Greatest Hits (1998) #144 US, #20 UK
* Before The Willennium (1999)
* The Very Best of D.J. Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince (2006)
Miscellaneous
* 1991 - Deep, Deep, Trouble with Bart Simpson and the remixes; from The Simpsons Sing the Blues
* 1997 - Jazzy Jeff's Theme; from the album Nuyorican Soul
* 1998 - "When To Stand Up" featuring Eminem
* 1998 - I Don't Know by Slum Village (scratches); from the album Fantastic, Vol. 2
* 1999 - The Next Movement by The Roots (scratches); from the album Things Fall Apart
* 2004 - Mirrorball (DJ Jazzy Jeff Full Sole Remix) by Everything But The Girl; from Adapt or Die: 10 Years of Remixes
* 2005 - Papa Was A Rollin' Stone (DJ Jazzy Jeff & Pete Kuzma Solefull Mix) by the Temptations; from Motown Remixed.
* 2005 - Lost & Found by Will Smith; produced intro song Here He Comes and several DJ scratches on several tracks
* 2005 - The Minstrel Show by Little Brother; Scratches on the song Watch Me.
* 2006 - Feel It (Jazzy Jeff Soulful Remix) by the Black Eyed Peas; from Renegotiations: The Remixes
* 2006 - Night in Tunisia (DJ Jazzy Jeff Remix) by Duke Jordan
* 2007 - Ear Drum by Talib Kweli; Scratches on song NY Weather Report.
* 2008 - Get Busy by The Roots (scratches); from the album Rising Down.
History
When he was growing up, he found that listening to his parents was unbearable. He got a job as a newspaper boy at age 7 to support his family. Once he grew up, he developed a reputation and following as a school and block party DJ extraordinaire, Jazzy Jeff was the feature of the duo DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince. As a duo, they had several gold and platinum-selling albums and singles in the late 1980s and early 1990s, earning them the first rap Grammy ever presented in 1989 for Parents Just Don't Understand. When Smith branched out into television with the sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Jazzy Jeff played a recurring character named "Jazz", Smith's best friend on the show. The two characters always greeted each other with their signature handshake (swinging mid-five, point-back/snap with both characters saying "Pssh!").
Jazz' trademarks include being physically ejected from the house by Uncle Phil (James Avery), screaming as he went flying out the front door. This was referenced in the song "N.Y, N.Y." by Lloyd Banks from his second album Rotten Apple, with the lyric "I throw a bitch out the crib like Jazzy Jeff". [1]
DJ Jazzy Jeff is not to be confused with Jeffrey Myree from the earlier hip hop group Funky Four Plus One, which in fact filed and won a lawsuit over the name Jazzy Jeff against Jeff Townes and Jive records when they signed DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince. After DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince broke up, Townes went on to become a prominent R&B, soul, and neo soul record producer, establishing the A Touch of Jazz production company in his native Philadelphia. Among the artists that Jazzy Jeff has helped develop are Jill Scott and Musiq. Even though he separated from Will Smith as music partners, they are still best friends and still occasionally work together. Some songs by Will Smith were produced by Jeff Townes (Ex. Here He Comes), and he has performed on some songs by Will Smith such as "So Fresh" and "Potnas". In addition, he appears in several of Smith's music videos such as "Will2K", "Freakin' It", and "Party Starter". On some occasions, he makes appearances with Smith on live concerts, producing DJ scratches.
He, along with DJ Cash Money, is credited with making the transform scratch famous.
On July 2, 2005, DJ Jazzy Jeff performed with Will Smith at the Live 8 concert in Philadelphia. In the past, Will has performed on concerts with DJ Jazzy Jeff for the scratches. Moreover, Will acknowledges him in his music like "Comin' To The Stage" from the album Lost & Found or "Potnas" in his album Willennium.
His 2007 release TROTM (The Return of the Magnificent) is a classic work which returns to the roots of hip-hop with a neo-soul mixture included. This album featured numerous collaborations with old school and new school artists including CL Smooth, Big Daddy Kane, Pos from De La Soul, Method Man, Peedi Crakk (a remake of Brand New Funk), Rhymefest, and Raheem DeVaughn.
In 2007, he appeared with Rhymefest in the video DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Fest directed by Konee Rok, in which he makes music in his home recording studio with Rhymefest and they reveal that they are working on an album together called "I'm the DJ, I'm the Rapper".
Discography
Solo work as DJ Jazzy Jeff
* Unreleased album from Sony Records (1998)
* One cut in Battle of DJs
* The Magnificent (2002)
* Soulheaven Presents Jazzy Jeff in the House (2004)
* The Soul Mixtape Groovin' Records USA (2005)
* Hip-Hop Forever II Rapster Records (2004)
* Hip-Hop Forever III BBE Records (2006)
* The Return of The Magnificent EP (2007)
* The Return of the Magnificent (2007)
* The Return of Hip Hop EP (2007)
As DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince
* Rock the House (1987) #83 US (Gold)
* He's the DJ, I'm the Rapper (1988) #4 US (3x Platinum)
* And in This Corner… (1989) #39 US (Gold)
* Homebase (1991) #12 US (Platinum)
* Code Red (1993) #64 US (Gold)
* Greatest Hits (1998) #144 US, #20 UK
* Before The Willennium (1999)
* The Very Best of D.J. Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince (2006)
Miscellaneous
* 1991 - Deep, Deep, Trouble with Bart Simpson and the remixes; from The Simpsons Sing the Blues
* 1997 - Jazzy Jeff's Theme; from the album Nuyorican Soul
* 1998 - "When To Stand Up" featuring Eminem
* 1998 - I Don't Know by Slum Village (scratches); from the album Fantastic, Vol. 2
* 1999 - The Next Movement by The Roots (scratches); from the album Things Fall Apart
* 2004 - Mirrorball (DJ Jazzy Jeff Full Sole Remix) by Everything But The Girl; from Adapt or Die: 10 Years of Remixes
* 2005 - Papa Was A Rollin' Stone (DJ Jazzy Jeff & Pete Kuzma Solefull Mix) by the Temptations; from Motown Remixed.
* 2005 - Lost & Found by Will Smith; produced intro song Here He Comes and several DJ scratches on several tracks
* 2005 - The Minstrel Show by Little Brother; Scratches on the song Watch Me.
* 2006 - Feel It (Jazzy Jeff Soulful Remix) by the Black Eyed Peas; from Renegotiations: The Remixes
* 2006 - Night in Tunisia (DJ Jazzy Jeff Remix) by Duke Jordan
* 2007 - Ear Drum by Talib Kweli; Scratches on song NY Weather Report.
* 2008 - Get Busy by The Roots (scratches); from the album Rising Down.
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DJ Jazzy Jeff Lyrics
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[Fresh Prince - talking before song begins]
Alright we ready?
We rollin, right?
We rollin, alright
[Intro - Fresh Prince - talking]
Yo in the place to be and about this time
DJ Jazzy Jeff and yours truly the Fresh Prince in the house
We about to get busy old school style
Yo Jazzy on the wheels, me on the m i see
Let's see we got a couple of new additions
We got come with a little somethin new at ya
We got little John on the d are you m s, get busy (*drum roll*), aw
On the keys my man James, what you doin back there? (*piano plays*), aw yeah
So we about to do it a little somethin like this
Alright Jeff back to the old school lets do it, alright
[Fresh Prince]
Now I'm the Prince and that's Jazzy Jeff
We shown for years that we are def
But here's some more for ya'll to just come get it
Rip the wheels J, ("hit it")
*beat changes to Rob Base & DJ EZ Rock's "It Takes Two"
(*scratching of "hit it" *)
[Fresh Prince - talking]
Yeah, we goin back to the old school
We got DJ Jazzy Jeff on the wheels
Yo Jeff, we about to get busy
We got to show 'em, we got to show 'em the way it used to get done, man
We got to show 'em the way it used to get done Jazzy
And rip it up for a bit, make it a little scratch make it funky fresh
Cause you know you the dopest that ever did it, man
The world's supreme DJ, DJ Jazzy Jeff
(solo of Jazzy Jeff scratching)
That's how I like it, uh
That's how I like it
See now a lot of other DJ's came out tryin to do what Jeff started, right
But Jeff is the man, he is the lord supreme up on the wheels of steel
Yo Jazzy get busy for 'em
Get busy for 'em man (*scratching of "hit it")
YEAAHH! HAHAHA!
That's my man goin down, HAHA
[Chorus - Fresh Prince] (DJ Jazzy Jeff) - w/ ad libs
(I want to rock right now)
Say what Jeff
(I'm in the place and I came to get down)
(I want to rock right now)
What you want to do
(I want to rock right now)
What you want to do Jeff
(I want to rock right now)
What you want to do Jeff
(I want to rock right now)
What you want to do Jeff
(I want to rock right now)
Can't hear you
(I want to rock right now)
One more time J
(I want to rock right now)
Say it one more time J
(I want to rock right now)
Get busy for 'em
(I want to rock right now)
Say what Jeff
(I want to rock right now)
One turntable Jeff
(I want to rock right now)
One turntable
(I want to rock right now)
What you want to do Jeff
(I want to rock right now)
What you want to do Jeff
(I want to rock right now)
Say what now
(I want to rock right now)
Break it up for 'em Jeff
(I want to rock right now) (*starts to slow down*)
Say what now
(I want to rock right now)
Say what now
(I want to rock right now)
Say what now
(I want to rock right now)
Slow it down a little
(I want to rock right now)
Say what now
(I want to rock right now)
Say what now
(I want to rock right now)
Say what now
(I want to rock right now)
Where the drummer at?
(I want to rock right now)
Here we go, come on
(I want to rock right now)
Say what now
(I want to rock right now)
Then your faced with the BEAT!, uh, uh
(I want to rock right now) uh, uh
You're a little pushy Jeff
(I want to rock right now)
[Fresh Prince]
You want to rock, Jeff lets do it a little somethin like this
From the heart of West Philly, came my man named Jazz
With mucho pizzaz and a razzmatazz
He slice the wax, cut forward, cut back, right and exact
You know the man ain't at all wack
The magnificent movie astoundin
The crowd goin loco, kick drum poundin
People surroundin us checkin the concept
Cuttin up a storm that's why the crowd is all wet
Other DJ's standin around Jeff
Tryin not to give up props to the worlds best
Shakin his hands tryin to say that he can't flow
Cause Jeff is a horse though that they all turn to
A mellow kinda fellow but in the past he
Been known to get a attitude and get right nasty
Snatch the wax, it's a fact not a figment
To get real and rip wheels its downright ignant
And when he step off, toss the confetti
He burn more wheels that Mario Andretti
Jeff is there anythin left you want to say to the crowd
[Break - Fresh Prince] (DJ Jazzy Jeff)
(I want to rock right now) (*said slow*)
Well get down now
(I want to rock right now) (*scratched*)
what, what, say what, what
Yo Jeff lets go back to the old set for a second
Yo Jeff (rock the beat)
Come on, and yo Jeff (rock the beat)
Come on, and yo Jeff (rock the beat)
(Yo Jeff)
[Fresh Prince] (DJ Jazzy Jeff)
Yo he's movin the crowd like a cloud, you gotta get a loud
Cause Jeff wants to (rock right now)
Peep the boy get swift, he got the gift
To lift, with just turntables and (rock) with
After a battle and I watched Jeff win 'em
He stomped the comp, he got cuts like venom
Doper than dope, just cope the boys def, D J J-a-zzy Jeff
On stage gettin ill beside me
Hands quicker than the eyes can see, G
After he cut ya, notice smoke still lingers
He let loose like Zeus with fire from his fingers
You want to (rock)
Then I'm a let you (rock right now)
Hey yo Jeff gets down cause, he's superior, others inferior
I rap a whole record to try to make it clear to you
You don't get it still, I ain't gettin ill
Jeff rip the wheels, show 'em the real deal
[Fresh Prince - talking] (Jazzy Jeff - scratching)
(rock)
what?
(rock)
huh, go
(rock)
what huh
(rock) (repeats)
1,2,1,2,3,4
hit it
[Outro - Fresh Prince - talking] (*scratching of "rock" continues*)
In the place to be, doin it old school style
DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince about to break out
Yo fellas lets go to the island, go to the island
himmina, humani, see, himina, humini, see,
My DJ go by the name of Jazzy, little chest big tummy
Watch the man rip the wheels and a
It's almost if the things are real and a
He's the man you heard what I said
He got a little glasses and a big forehead, HAHA
Jazzy Jeff and Fresh Prince for 1993, HA
And we outta here
[*talking in background and scratching continues until fade*]
Alright we ready?
We rollin, right?
We rollin, alright
[Intro - Fresh Prince - talking]
Yo in the place to be and about this time
DJ Jazzy Jeff and yours truly the Fresh Prince in the house
Yo Jazzy on the wheels, me on the m i see
Let's see we got a couple of new additions
We got come with a little somethin new at ya
We got little John on the d are you m s, get busy (*drum roll*), aw
On the keys my man James, what you doin back there? (*piano plays*), aw yeah
So we about to do it a little somethin like this
Alright Jeff back to the old school lets do it, alright
[Fresh Prince]
Now I'm the Prince and that's Jazzy Jeff
We shown for years that we are def
But here's some more for ya'll to just come get it
Rip the wheels J, ("hit it")
*beat changes to Rob Base & DJ EZ Rock's "It Takes Two"
(*scratching of "hit it" *)
[Fresh Prince - talking]
Yeah, we goin back to the old school
We got DJ Jazzy Jeff on the wheels
Yo Jeff, we about to get busy
We got to show 'em, we got to show 'em the way it used to get done, man
We got to show 'em the way it used to get done Jazzy
And rip it up for a bit, make it a little scratch make it funky fresh
Cause you know you the dopest that ever did it, man
The world's supreme DJ, DJ Jazzy Jeff
(solo of Jazzy Jeff scratching)
That's how I like it, uh
That's how I like it
See now a lot of other DJ's came out tryin to do what Jeff started, right
But Jeff is the man, he is the lord supreme up on the wheels of steel
Yo Jazzy get busy for 'em
Get busy for 'em man (*scratching of "hit it")
YEAAHH! HAHAHA!
That's my man goin down, HAHA
[Chorus - Fresh Prince] (DJ Jazzy Jeff) - w/ ad libs
(I want to rock right now)
Say what Jeff
(I'm in the place and I came to get down)
(I want to rock right now)
What you want to do
(I want to rock right now)
What you want to do Jeff
(I want to rock right now)
What you want to do Jeff
(I want to rock right now)
What you want to do Jeff
(I want to rock right now)
Can't hear you
(I want to rock right now)
One more time J
(I want to rock right now)
Say it one more time J
(I want to rock right now)
Get busy for 'em
(I want to rock right now)
Say what Jeff
(I want to rock right now)
One turntable Jeff
(I want to rock right now)
One turntable
(I want to rock right now)
What you want to do Jeff
(I want to rock right now)
What you want to do Jeff
(I want to rock right now)
Say what now
(I want to rock right now)
Break it up for 'em Jeff
(I want to rock right now) (*starts to slow down*)
Say what now
(I want to rock right now)
Say what now
(I want to rock right now)
Say what now
(I want to rock right now)
Slow it down a little
(I want to rock right now)
Say what now
(I want to rock right now)
Say what now
(I want to rock right now)
Say what now
(I want to rock right now)
Where the drummer at?
(I want to rock right now)
Here we go, come on
(I want to rock right now)
Say what now
(I want to rock right now)
Then your faced with the BEAT!, uh, uh
(I want to rock right now) uh, uh
You're a little pushy Jeff
(I want to rock right now)
[Fresh Prince]
You want to rock, Jeff lets do it a little somethin like this
From the heart of West Philly, came my man named Jazz
With mucho pizzaz and a razzmatazz
He slice the wax, cut forward, cut back, right and exact
You know the man ain't at all wack
The magnificent movie astoundin
The crowd goin loco, kick drum poundin
People surroundin us checkin the concept
Cuttin up a storm that's why the crowd is all wet
Other DJ's standin around Jeff
Tryin not to give up props to the worlds best
Shakin his hands tryin to say that he can't flow
Cause Jeff is a horse though that they all turn to
A mellow kinda fellow but in the past he
Been known to get a attitude and get right nasty
Snatch the wax, it's a fact not a figment
To get real and rip wheels its downright ignant
And when he step off, toss the confetti
He burn more wheels that Mario Andretti
Jeff is there anythin left you want to say to the crowd
[Break - Fresh Prince] (DJ Jazzy Jeff)
(I want to rock right now) (*said slow*)
Well get down now
(I want to rock right now) (*scratched*)
what, what, say what, what
Yo Jeff lets go back to the old set for a second
Yo Jeff (rock the beat)
Come on, and yo Jeff (rock the beat)
Come on, and yo Jeff (rock the beat)
(Yo Jeff)
[Fresh Prince] (DJ Jazzy Jeff)
Yo he's movin the crowd like a cloud, you gotta get a loud
Cause Jeff wants to (rock right now)
Peep the boy get swift, he got the gift
To lift, with just turntables and (rock) with
After a battle and I watched Jeff win 'em
He stomped the comp, he got cuts like venom
Doper than dope, just cope the boys def, D J J-a-zzy Jeff
On stage gettin ill beside me
Hands quicker than the eyes can see, G
After he cut ya, notice smoke still lingers
He let loose like Zeus with fire from his fingers
You want to (rock)
Then I'm a let you (rock right now)
Hey yo Jeff gets down cause, he's superior, others inferior
I rap a whole record to try to make it clear to you
You don't get it still, I ain't gettin ill
Jeff rip the wheels, show 'em the real deal
[Fresh Prince - talking] (Jazzy Jeff - scratching)
(rock)
what?
(rock)
huh, go
(rock)
what huh
(rock) (repeats)
1,2,1,2,3,4
hit it
[Outro - Fresh Prince - talking] (*scratching of "rock" continues*)
In the place to be, doin it old school style
DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince about to break out
Yo fellas lets go to the island, go to the island
himmina, humani, see, himina, humini, see,
My DJ go by the name of Jazzy, little chest big tummy
Watch the man rip the wheels and a
It's almost if the things are real and a
He's the man you heard what I said
He got a little glasses and a big forehead, HAHA
Jazzy Jeff and Fresh Prince for 1993, HA
And we outta here
[*talking in background and scratching continues until fade*]
The lyrics of "I Wanna Rock" by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince are filled with bravado and showmanship. The song is an uplifting and celebratory tribute to the old school hip hop style, with the duo highlighting their skills and artistry. The intro sets the scene with DJ Jazzy Jeff on the wheels and the Fresh Prince hyping up the crowd. The beat drops, and the duo switches things up unexpectedly, incorporating Rob Base & DJ EZ Rock's "It Takes Two", which provides a playful and nostalgic element to the track.
As the song progresses, the duo pays homage to Jazzy Jeff's supreme DJ skills, emphasizing that he is the man that started it all. The Fresh Prince delivers bars full of wit and humor, praising Jeff's impeccable abilities on the turntables, and even playfully mocking his physical appearance. The chorus is catchy and infectious, with the duo chanting "I wanna rock right now" repeatedly, getting everyone hyped up and ready to party. The song ends with Jazzy Jeff showcasing his skills once again, leaving the audience in awe.
Overall, "I Wanna Rock" is a testament to the old school hip hop era, showcasing the skills and showmanship required to entertain and captivate a crowd. The track perfectly captures the fun and carefree spirit of the genre and demonstrates why DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince were one of the most influential hip hop acts of the time.
Line by Line Meaning
Now I'm the Prince and that's Jazzy Jeff
Fresh Prince identifies himself and DJ Jazzy Jeff as the performers.
We shown for years that we are def
They have demonstrated their mastery as performers for many years.
But here's some more for ya'll to just come get it
They have something new to offer that the audience can enjoy.
Rip the wheels J, ("hit it")
Fresh Prince instructs Jazzy Jeff to begin playing music.
That's how I like it, uh
Fresh Prince expresses his approval of the music being played.
See now a lot of other DJ's came out tryin to do what Jeff started, right
Other DJs have tried to imitate Jazzy Jeff's style.
But Jeff is the man, he is the lord supreme up on the wheels of steel
Jazzy Jeff is the best performer on the turntables.
YEAAHH! HAHAHA!
Fresh Prince expresses his enthusiasm and happiness.
(I want to rock right now)
The chorus expresses a desire to dance and enjoy the music in the present moment.
Peep the boy get swift, he got the gift
Jazzy Jeff's performance is impressive and skillful.
To lift, with just turntables and (rock) with
Jazzy Jeff can create a party atmosphere with just his turntables and music selection.
Jeff rip the wheels, show 'em the real deal
Jazzy Jeff demonstrates his exceptional skills on the turntables.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jeffrey Townes, Will Smith, James Brown
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Simplified Setlist (msg/comment for additions)
0:00 Stevie Wonder - I Wish
0:34 Every Vibe & String
1:35 Everyman Night guy rework - Double Exposure
3:36 Drogba Joanna Cascade Remix - Afro B
5:20 Get Up I feel like a sex machine - James Brown
5:46 Grown Man Sport - Pete Rock
7:05 I got ants in my pants and I want to dance - James Brown
8:20 I am music - Common ft. Jill Scott
10:10 ?
11:50 ?
12:58 Funkon’ for Jamaica (Kon’s Non cypher remix) - Tom Browne
15:12 Give me the night - George Benson
18:19 I can’t help it - Michael Jackson + ? drums
20:40 Do I do - Stevie Wonder
23:55 Feels - Calvin Harris ft. Pharrell & Katy Perry
24:48 Can I Kick It? - Tribe Called Quest
25:48 Number 1 - Patrice Rushen
27:10 Break my Soul - Beyonce
28:30 Moonlight - Disclosure
30:00 You Bring me Joy - Mary J Blige
31:30 Siraa - Andre Soueid
32:28 Melting Pot - Booker T & the MGs
36:00 Rock the Discotechue - Achem Funk & Mr. Nylson
37:23 I don’t need it - Jamie Foxx
39:30 Boogie Nights - Heatwave
43:00 Not just knee deep - Funkadelic
46:25 Galaxy - War
48:00 Connected - Zo! & Tall Black Guy
50:00 Let’s start the dance - Bohannon
51:20 Drum Jawn - Underdog
54:00 Din Da Da - The Roots
58:00 Scorpio - Dennis Coffey & the detroit guitar band
1:00:00 Blow your whistle - chuck brown
1:01:00 Roam in a day - frigid armadillo
@roblucchetti2993
It's not easy to navigate the changes in music for 45 years and keep things fresh. Pure legend.
@yoannp.8511
HE HAS 450 HARD Disk ^^
@gustavo9077
Totally 👍🏿 🎉
@adams8847
yeah and still be relevant...but Dj's are the new rockstars!!!!
@HardAsNailsTony
He’s 54 not 45.
@curtisbrownlee6440
I absolutely agree
@albertfigueroa189
I have been a DJ for 45 years. Jazzy Jeff is my DJ. Nobody's like him. Unique awesome man.
@TruSciencePro
You spin hip hop?
@timmoore8323
DITTO!!!
@outburstmohamed8544
Great i would like to share with you some of my mixtapes give me your email