Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DJ_Jazzy_Jeff_%26_the_Fresh_Prince
Studio albums
Rock the House (1987)
He's the DJ, I'm the Rapper (1988)
And in This Corner... (1989)
Homebase (1991)
Code Red (1993)
Jazzy's Groove
DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince Lyrics
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Give me your attention, stop what you're doin and listen up
Because my partner in rhyme is about to tear it up
Jeff, is if someone said that your beats don't excite
And that your cuts were wack, what would you say? (Yeah, right!)
Jeff's about to give an incredible display
And unequivocally prove that he's the best deejay
To this long and strong theme song, Jazzy's Groove
And it'll (make em clap to this)
(Make em clap to this)
Hey yo, Jeff
(Come on, yeah)
And it'll (make em clap to this)
And it'll (make em clap to this)
(Come on, yeah)
You know, a lot of deejays, they're just short pieces of statues
My deejay's swift and exciting and coming at you
To other deejays Jeff is just too much
He doesn't use the line switch as a transform crutch
Never missin beats, always on time with the rhyme
You know the scratches are fine when interwined with a bass line
Live in concert, Jeff is never Memorex
You don't believe he's def? Check the flex
[ Jeff cuts up ]
(Don't stop to the rhythm, cause I..)
I could talk forever, but still never explain
Why deejays flee when they hear Jeff's name
Jeff is number one, even though he just begun
Rulin hip-hop as if he was Attila the Hun
We make records, it all adds up a caleidoscope
We work hard, so people can't deny that it's dope
Some music makes you shake, some makes you move
(Now here's what I want y'all to do...)
This beat is dope and it's called Jazzy's Groove
(Come on, yeah)
(Na-na-na-na)
(Come on, yeah)
(Now here's what I want y'all to do)
(Na-na-na-na)
(Break)
(The uncannible)
In the song Jazzy's Groove by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince, Will Smith gives a tribute to his partner in rhyme, DJ Jazzy Jeff. The lyrics basically talk about how Jeff is an incredible DJ and how he is about to shake things up with his beats. Will Smith starts off by asking listeners to pay attention because Jeff is about to tear it up. He goes on to say that Jeff is the best DJ out there and will unequivocally prove it to the world. Smith talks about how Jeff's beats are exciting and swift and how he never misses a beat. The scratches in Jeff's music are perfectly interwoven with the bass line, making for an incredible listening experience. Smith also mentions how Jeff's music is not just superficial, but deep and meaningful.
The chorus of the song, "make 'em clap to this," is a testament to Jeff's ability to create beats that have people moving and grooving. The song also talks about how there are deejays out there who are just short pieces of statues, but Jeff is different. He stands out because of his incredible skills and ability to create amazing music. Smith mentions how Jeff is just getting started and that he is number one in the hip-hop world. The beat of the song is called "Jazzy's Groove" and it's meant to make people dance and have a good time.
Line by Line Meaning
Give me your attention, stop what you're doin and listen up
Please pay attention and stop what you're doing, because I have something important to tell you
Because my partner in rhyme is about to tear it up
I have a talented collaborator who is about to perform exceptionally well
Jeff, is if someone said that your beats don't excite
Jeff, how would you react if someone criticized your music and claimed your style was dull?
And that your cuts were wack, what would you say? (Yeah, right!)
If someone insulted Jeff's scratching techniques and suggested that they were bad, he would likely disagree and imply that they don't know what they're talking about
Jeff's about to give an incredible display
Jeff is about to deliver an amazing performance
And unequivocally prove that he's the best deejay
He will demonstrate beyond any doubt that he is the best DJ
His name is Jazzy Jeff and he's preparin to shake and make you move
Jazzy Jeff is getting ready to make you dance and groove to the music
To this long and strong theme song, Jazzy's Groove
This song is called Jazzy's Groove, and it has a powerful, consistent beat
And it'll (make em clap to this)
The music is so good that people will clap and dance along
You know, a lot of deejays, they're just short pieces of statues
Many DJs are unremarkable and forgettable
My deejay's swift and exciting and coming at you
My DJ is talented and energetic, and ready to entertain you
To other deejays Jeff is just too much
Other DJs find Jeff to be intimidatingly skilled and impressive
He doesn't use the line switch as a transform crutch
He doesn't rely on any one technique or gimmick to impress his audience
Never missin beats, always on time with the rhyme
He never misses a beat, and always delivers his lyrics smoothly and accurately
You know the scratches are fine when interwined with a bass line
The DJ's scratching technique sounds good when it's mixed in with a bass guitar
Live in concert, Jeff is never Memorex
Jeff sounds amazing when he performs live, and it's not just a recording
You don't believe he's def? Check the flex
If you don't think Jeff is talented, you should check out his skills for yourself
I could talk forever, but still never explain
I could go on about Jeff's skills endlessly, but I could never do him justice
Why deejays flee when they hear Jeff's name
Other DJs are intimidated by Jeff's reputation or skill, and may choose to avoid competing against him
Jeff is number one, even though he just begun
Despite being a relatively new artist, Jeff is already recognized as one of the best DJs in the industry
Rulin hip-hop as if he was Attila the Hun
Jeff dominates the hip-hop scene with his talent, much like Attila the Hun led his armies to victory
We make records, it all adds up a caleidoscope
All of the music we create together forms a diverse and ever-changing picture
We work hard, so people can't deny that it's dope
We put a lot of effort into our music, and it shows - people can't deny that it sounds great
Some music makes you shake, some makes you move
Different songs have different effects on people - some are more energetic, some are more danceable, etc.
(Now here's what I want y'all to do...)
I'm about to ask you to do something specific
This beat is dope and it's called Jazzy's Groove
The music is great, and it's specifically named Jazzy's Groove
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JEFFREY TOWNES, WILLARD C. SMITH
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