Krush began pursuing his solo career after the break-up of the group in late 1991, and soon grabbed people's attention as the first DJ to use turntables as live instruments, doing free sessions with live musicians on stage. He released his 1st album "Krush" in January 1994, and since then released countless records in Japan, Europe, US and around the globe. All his solo releases have ranked high in various charts in & out of Japan, and his 6th album "Zen" had been highly acclaimed and awarded the Best Electronica Album in 2002 AIFM Awards (US). His 8th album "Jaku" released in late 2004 has topped the RPM chart of CMJ for 3 weeks in the US. In March 2006, he released his first best albums in self-remixed style, "Stepping Stones", making another huge buzz around the globe. In March 2007, a historical collection of the 12 years of his career " Suimou Tsunenimasu" was released in Japan in a special DVD box.
Aside from his outer national activities as producer, remixer and DJ, he constantly expands his field from soundtracks for films, TV dramas & commercials to live sessions with various musicians that transcends music genre. In '98 spring, he formed a production unit with DJ Hide & DJ Sak named Ryu (ζ΅), collaborating with Nigerian percussionists and releasing a single & album from Polydor Japan. From the end of the year 2000, he also got involved in project which will be launching various projects to question worldwide issues in the 21st Century.
An internationally acclaimed producer, remixer and a DJ, producing music in vast variety of fields such as films, TV dramas and commercials. He has done countless collaborations with artists transcending genres, such as Grammy winning artist, from Black Thought (of The Roots) οΌprovided a track for his solo album, to Herbie Hancock and k.d. lang οΌprovided remixes. In 2009, he scored an animation film entitled "FIRST SQUAD," which was shown in theaters throughout Russia, and won the Kommersant Award in Moscow Film Festival.
At the end of the year 2000, he joined which was established to aim for the 21st Century, and provided a track for its first benefit compilation album "African JAG vol.1" released in 2005. And from 2009, he joined Bill Laswellβs latest project along with artists such as Bernie Worrell and Toshinori Kondo. Following a show in Montreaux Jazz Festival, he also took part on its album "Incunabula" released in 2010. That Herbie Hancock also took part on this album.
And in 2011, he celebratted the 20th year of his solo career. Kicking off with the commemorative 20th anniversary showcase in Tokyo as performed 7 hours long set, released Monthly Single Series (total 10 singles) and world tour at 16 countries. For this constantly evolving artist, DJ Krush, now making a step into his next stage.
As of now, he has performed in front of over 5 million audiences in 313 cities of 50 countries. And he still continues to renew this record, transcending all barriers, and leaving some distinctive footsteps of his own, achieving ever-increasing acclamation as an international artist.
Shinjiro featuring Mos Def
DJ Krush Lyrics
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And DJ Krush he get down, word up you know the vibe baby
Yeah, and get down, word up you know the vibe bay
But Mos Def keep the crown, representin' Brooklyn, you know the vibe yo
From all borders, doorways and gates
Resurrection draws near, mankind awaits
When you're livin' in this world you got to survive
Witness before all eyes, the evidence of unseen
The power past the comprehension that controls all things
The battle fought by good and evil is a real contest
It is the outcome of the struggle that we play context
To all sets sections cruddy clicks crews and clans
Gilgreens to Badlands, jump up, to understand
I'm just a man, not the universal architect
We tread the face of this heavenly place, and show respect
Tokyo, raise your hands, where you at
Osaka, raise your hands, where you at
DJ Krush Mos Def on the touch, we let it fly
I send my, salaam to my, entire squad
Meiso hard, wherever you are, stay on your job
Strugglin' hard, to overcome the perils of life
We writin' rhymes on enemy lines to shine light
Stay in meditation to keep the head right
Spreadin' wings like heavenly things, we take flight
Flight flight flight flight flight flight flight, ha ha
Everything gon' be alright
Everything gon' be alright
And you got to believe
And you got to believe
Everything gon' be alright
Everything gon' be alright
I said you got to believe
I said you got to believe
Yo bust it baby
Me and Krush politickin' buildin' on this money mission
Somethin' so I had to stop and listen
It's time for ever tickin', my gift for-ever thinkin
I'm tryin to get mine cause Son it's here for the gettin
Allah's provision, will help us in the providential
My pad and pencil, will transcribe the elemental
The raw essential, the South bound residential
The pure and simple, to resonate in your mental
I flash a dimple, my Shine like precious metal
Left the rah rah livin alone, about to settle
Fast act tryin to go slow down, and save your petrol
Cause the beat don't stop, like yellow cabs in the metro
Rejoice your verse to Earth, as the verbs connects
This is a daily operation like birth to death
And I burst the breath, yep, as a so-called vet
I've orchestrated designs while they slept, quiet as kept
Everything that you heard in advance is just a glance
Of the landscape, furnish we Crops And props till
Sunsets and Tree-dots, back jobs Of pure skill
At night, I do right, to excite, what truth reveal
Got to believe, that the Most High I see
Every degree, of this three-see-ix-to-e
We maintain Son and carry on officially
From troubled projects to the shores of Tripoli
I speak prolifically, I write reciprocally
Transmit upliftedly, it sounds terrific G
Allah has gifted me, with great ability
To speak to my beloved, and make em all love it
Refined rugged, a product of the ghetto public
Allah is the King of the world, we just subjects
Allah is the King of the world, we just subjects
Allah is the King, Allah is the King and you know
Everything's gon' be alight
Everything's gon be alight
And you got to believe
And you got to believe
You know the vibe baby
Everything's gon be alright
Everything's gon be alright
You know the vibe baby
Everything's gon be alright
Everything's gon be alright
Yo, bust it baby
In the song βShinjiroβ by DJ Krush feat. Mos Def, the verses delve into the nature of good and evil and the struggle that ensues between the two. The track begins by creating a musical atmosphere that is both engaging and unique, while Mos Defβs opening verse is a commentary on the human experience. He highlights the daily struggle that occurs when living in an imperfect world, where humans must survive against the forces of evil. He draws a parallel between this struggle and a βreal contest,β with the understanding that the battle between good and evil is ever-present and has real consequences. The verse could be interpreted as a call to action and an encouragement to maintain a moral code in the face of adversity.
The subsequent verses explore the power of Allah and the human experience of seeking His guidance, the importance of writing to spread positivity in a world filled with darkness, and the knowledge that Allah is the ultimate authority. Mos Defβs verse is powerful and philosophical, with a message that is hopeful despite its recognition of the potential for evil to take hold in the world. The chorus provides a sense of reassurance that everything is going to be alright, and that belief and faith in a higher power can help guide people through difficult moments.
Line by Line Meaning
Got the sound, you know the vibe baby
We have the music and energy that creates a specific feeling, and you can feel it too.
And DJ Krush he get down, word up you know the vibe baby
DJ Krush is skilled at creating this feeling with his music, and we want you to know it.
Yeah, and get down, word up you know the vibe baby
Again, we're emphasizing the energy and feeling that our music creates.
But Mos Def keep the crown, representin' Brooklyn, you know the vibe yo
Although we all contribute to this vibe, Mos Def is the king representing Brooklyn, and he brings a unique flavor to the mix.
From all borders, doorways and gates
People from all over the world are waiting for something big to happen.
Resurrection draws near, mankind awaits
Many believe that a great event or change is coming, and we are all waiting for it.
When you're livin' in this world you got to survive
Life is tough, and we have to persevere to make it through.
Shaitan is lookin' on alert, attackin' from all sides
There are forces working against us, and we have to be vigilant to protect ourselves from negative influences.
Witness before all eyes, the evidence of unseen
There is more to life than what we can perceive with our physical senses.
The power past the comprehension that controls all things
There is a force or energy in the universe that is beyond our understanding, yet it governs everything.
The battle fought by good and evil is a real contest
There is a struggle between good and evil in the world, and it is a real fight.
It is the outcome of the struggle that we play context
The outcome of this battle shapes the world we live in.
To all sets sections cruddy clicks crews and clans
We're addressing different groups of people in our message.
Gilgreens to Badlands, jump up, to understand
This message is for everyone, no matter where you are or what group you belong to.
I'm just a man, not the universal architect
I'm just a regular person, not a deity or supreme being.
We tread the face of this heavenly place, and show respect
We are living on this beautiful planet Earth, and we should treat it with reverence.
DJ Krush Mos Def on the touch, we let it fly
We're in control of the music, and we're sending it out to the world.
I send my, salaam to my, entire squad
I send my best wishes and greetings to my entire group.
Meiso hard, wherever you are, stay on your job
We should work hard and stay focused on our goals, no matter where in the world we are.
Strugglin' hard, to overcome the perils of life
Life is full of challenges, and we have to work hard to overcome them.
We writin' rhymes on enemy lines to shine light
We're using our music and lyrics to spread positivity and fight against negativity and darkness.
Stay in meditation to keep the head right
We should take time to practice mindfulness and clear our minds to stay focused.
Spreadin' wings like heavenly things, we take flight
Through our music and message, we're soaring to new heights.
Everything gon' be alright
Despite the struggles in life, we have faith that everything will work out in the end.
And you got to believe
It takes belief and faith to keep going and overcome obstacles.
Yo bust it baby
Let's get into it!
Me and Krush politickin' buildin' on this money mission
DJ Krush and I are working together on a project to make money.
Somethin' so I had to stop and listen
Our project caught my attention and I had to pause to give it my full focus.
It's time for ever tickin', my gift for-ever thinkin
Time is always moving forward, and I have a talent for deep thinking that will last forever.
I'm tryin to get mine cause Son it's here for the gettin
I'm working hard to get what I want because it's within reach.
Allah's provision, will help us in the providential
I have faith that Allah will provide for us and guide us in the right direction.
My pad and pencil, will transcribe the elemental
I will use my writing tools to capture the very essence of life.
The raw essential, the South bound residential
Our project focuses on the most basic and necessary aspects of life, particularly from a southern perspective.
The pure and simple, to resonate in your mental
Our message is straightforward and easy to understand, but it also has a deep impact on the mind.
I flash a dimple, my Shine like precious metal
I'm showing off my charisma and talent like a precious metal.
Left the rah rah livin alone, about to settle
I've moved on from the noisy and chaotic lifestyle and I'm ready to settle down and focus on my goals.
Fast act tryin to go slow down, and save your petrol
It's important to slow down and conserve energy to prevent burnout.
Cause the beat don't stop, like yellow cabs in the metro
Our project and message keep going and going, like the never-ending flow of yellow taxis in the city.
Rejoice your verse to Earth, as the verbs connects
We should use our words and message to connect with the world and spread joy.
This is a daily operation like birth to death
Our work and message are ongoing and never-ending, much like the cycle of birth and death in life.
And I burst the breath, yep, as a so-called vet
I'm using my experience and expertise to make a big impact on this project.
I've orchestrated designs while they slept, quiet as kept
While others were sleeping or unaware, I was planning and strategizing behind the scenes.
Everything that you heard in advance is just a glance
What you've heard so far is just a preview of what's to come.
Of the landscape, furnish we Crops And props till
Our message and work will continue to beautify and enrich the world like crops and props.
Sunsets and Tree-dots, back jobs Of pure skill
We appreciate the natural beauty of the world, and our work requires pure skill and talent.
At night, I do right, to excite, what truth reveal
I work hard and stay true to myself to reveal what's really important in life.
Got to believe, that the Most High I see
I have faith in a higher power, and I can see and feel its presence in my life.
Every degree, of this three-see-ix-to-e
I'm aware of every aspect and detail of my surroundings, from 360 to the third power.
We maintain Son and carry on officially
We stay true to ourselves and our message, and we always move forward in an official capacity.
From troubled projects to the shores of Tripoli
Our work takes us from difficult projects to exotic and far-off locations.
I speak prolifically, I write reciprocally
I'm a prolific speaker and writer, and I'm able to engage in deep conversations and exchanges of ideas.
Transmit upliftedly, it sounds terrific G
Our message is positive and uplifting, and it sounds great to the ears.
Allah has gifted me, with great ability
I believe that Allah has given me special talents and abilities to use for a greater purpose.
To speak to my beloved, and make em all love it
My message is meant for my audience, and I hope to spread love and positivity through my words and work.
Refined rugged, a product of the ghetto public
I come from humble beginnings, but I've refined and evolved myself into a skilled and valuable contributor to society.
Allah is the King of the world, we just subjects
We recognize that Allah is the ultimate authority and ruler of the world, and we are just humble subjects.
Everything's gon' be alight
We have faith that everything will be okay, even in difficult times.
And you got to believe
We need to hold onto that faith and belief to keep going and overcome obstacles.
You know the vibe baby
Our message and energy are clear and present, and you can feel it too.
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: A IFILL, DANTE SMITH, E ISHI, K ISHI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@djseek
[Intro]
Kemuri, rock the sound, you know the vibe, baby
And DJ Krush he get down, word up, you know the vibe, baby
And [?] get down, you know the vibe, baby
But Mos Def keep the crown (Representin' Brooklyn!) you know the vibe, yo
[Verse 1]
From all borders, doorways and gates
Resurrection draw near as mankind awaits
When you're living in this world you got to survive
Shaitan is lookin' on alert, attackin' from all sides
Witness before all eyes, the evidence of unseen
The power past the comprehension that controls all things
The battle fought by good and evil is a real contest
It is the outcome of the struggle that we play context
To all sets, sections, corny cliques, crews and clans
Gilgreens to Badlands, jump up to understand
I'm just a man, not the universal architect
We tread the face of this heavenly place, and show respect
Tokyo, raise your hands, where you at?
Osaka, raise your hands, where you at?
Choushi wa dou dai? Nagoya, Sapporo, Isen/dai
DJ Krush, Mos Def on the touch, we let it fly
I send my salaam to my entire squad
Meiso hard, yo, wherever you are, stay on your job
Strugglin' hard, to overcome the perils of life
We writing rhymes on enemy lines to shine light
Stay in meditation to keep the head right
Spreading wings like heavenly things, we take flight
Everything gon' be alright, everything gon' be alright
And you got to believe
Everything gon' be alright, everything gon' be alright
And you got to believe
Everything gon' be alright, everything gon' be alright
I said you got to believe, I said you got to believe, yo bust it, baby!
[Verse 2]
Me and Krush, we politickin', buildin' on this money mission
[?] somethin' so I had to stop and listen
And time forever tickin', my [?] forever cliquin'
I'm tryin to get mine, cause son, it's here for the gettin'
Allah's provision will help us in the providential
My pad and pencil will transcribe the elemental
The raw essential, the Southbound residential
The pure and simple to resonate in your mental
I flash a dimple, my [?] shine like precious metal
Left the rah-rah livin' alone, about to settle
Fast act tryin' to gas, slow down and save your petrol
Cause the beat don't stop, like yellow cabs in the metro
Free voice your verse to earth as the verse to next
This is a daily operation like birth to death
And I burst the breath, yep, as a so-called vet
I've orchestrated designs while they slept, quietest kept
Everything that you heard in advance is just a glance
Of the landscape, [?]
Sunsets and cheap thoughts, backdrops of pure skill
At night, I do right to excite what truth reveal
Got to believe, that the Most High I see
Every degree, of this three-see-ix to -y
We maintain, son, and carry on officially
From troubled projects to the shores of Tripoli
I speak prolifically, I write reciprocally
Transmit upliftedly, it sounds terrific, G
Allah has gifted me with great ability
To speak to my beloved, and make em all love it
Refined, rugged, a product of the ghetto public
Allah is the King of the world, we just subjects
Allah is the King of the world, we just subjects
Allah is the King, Allah is the King
[Hook]
Everything's gon' be alright, everything's gon' be alright (x4)
[Shoutouts]
To Kemuri, they get-get down and-
To DJ Yaz, he get-get down and-
To DJ Hide, he get-get down and-
To DJ Kensei, he get-get down and-
To DJ Hazu, he get-get down and-
To DJ [?], he get-get down and-
To DJ Patrick, he get-get down and-
To Sukimuri, they get-get down and-
To Kaminari, they get-get down and-
And Sosohino, he get-get down and-
To [?], he get-get down and-
And Sosodemo, he get-get down and-
And [?], he get-get down and-
And Sosotwiggy, he get-get down and-
DJ Takemura, he get-get down and-
[?], they get-get down and-
Nippon, said you got it goin' on (say what?)
Nippon, said you got it goin' on (say what?)
Nippon, said you got it goin' on, said you got it goin' on, said you got it goin' on, LOVE!
@RAWSKILLZ1223
Mos will always be my favorite. His Rhymes, his Voice, the Vibe he brings in his music. He's just an Incredible Hip-Hop Artist.
@pastense
Krush is the dopest of the golden era of Japanese hip-hop
@lagbaja3735
Shout-out to anyone to heard this back in 2001-2002. This song is a time traveller
@StreamlineHawaii
Mos Def & DJ Krush in their primest of the PRIME ever! Sooo much Heat!!
@genius2012
RIGHT??? β€ the F out of This!!! Since my Boys introduced me to it in like in the Nine (9) - Six (6), yah Know? π X G G A (1.0)
@Nico-lc1lc
2019-2020 where tf you at π€π€π€
@shodan8687
Raw funk right here
@TableTop559
i fucking love this song im so glad i listen to real hip-hop and krush is one of the greatsΒ
@richcouncill9026
Yes
@aandonovski
Just a man, not the universal architect.