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 (流), 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) －provided a track for his solo album, to Herbie Hancock and k.d. lang －provided 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 Laswell’s 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.
What About Tomorrow
DJ Krush Lyrics
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What about tomorrow
What about the truth
Is it bread or sorrow
What about the youths
What about tomorrow
What about the truth
It's so hard to see what's happening today
To see my brothers and sister die that way
I would like to take a trip to the palace of the king
Just to share what's on my mind for a brighter day
What about the youths
What about tomorrow
What about the truth
Is it bread or sorrow
What about the youths
What about tomorrow
What about the truth
Is it bread or sorrow
So much division on the walls of religiosity
So much confusions that we cannot see
Ole fascism gains poverty
No more bombing, no more shooting, let the children be
What about the youths
What about tomorrow
What about the truth
Is it bread or sorrow
What about the youths
What about tomorrow
What about the truth
Is it bread or sorrow
The pain is so hard that we can't feel it
So let my people free
How many cry, how many die, we see
Let JAH children be
What about the youths
What about tomorrow
What about the truth
Is it bread or sorrow
What about the youths
What about tomorrow
What about the truth
Is it bread or sorrow
Change hatred for a brighter tomorrow
Just to see the peace among each other
There's no war love can't conquer
We should all be our brother's keeper
What about the youths
What about tomorrow
What about the truth
Is it bread or sorrow
What about the youths
What about tomorrow
What about the truth
Is it bread or sorrow
The pain is so hard that we can't feel it
So let my people free
How many cry, how many die, we see
Let JAH children be
What about the youths
What about tomorrow
What about the truth
Is it bread or sorrow
What about the youths
What about tomorrow
What about the truth
Is it bread or sorrow
The song "What About Tomorrow" by DJ Krush ft. Abijah is a reflection on the issues of youth, truth, and hope for the future. The lyrics suggest frustration with the current state of the world and a desire for change. The repeated questioning of "what about tomorrow?" implies a search for solutions to the problems that exist today. The chorus with the line "is it bread or sorrow?" suggests a concern about whether we are truly addressing the issues that affect young people today or just offering temporary solutions that may cause more harm than good in the long run.
The first verse conveys a sense of helplessness in the face of the problems of the world. The desire to "take a trip to the palace of the king" suggests a longing for an audience with those who hold power and influence, a desire to have their voices heard. The second verse seems to point to religious divisions and the way they contribute to the world's confusion and suffering, calling for an end to the false promises of fascism and the violence that accompanies it. The final verse suggests that we must "change hatred for a brighter tomorrow" and work together to create a world where love and peace rule above all else.
Overall, the song suggests that the issues facing young people today are complex and interconnected. Addressing these issues will require a willingness to see beyond our differences and come together to make a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
What about the youths
What is the future for the youth?
What about tomorrow
What does the future hold?
What about the truth
What is the reality of the situation?
Is it bread or sorrow
Is the path ahead hopeful or bleak?
It's so hard to see what's happening today
The current situation is difficult to understand or comprehend
To see my brothers and sister die that way
Witnessing the death of others can be painful and traumatic
I would like to take a trip to the palace of the king
Yearning for change or to speak with those in power
Just to share what's on my mind for a brighter day
Hoping to express ideas for a better future
So much division on the walls of religiosity
Religious differences cause separation and conflict
So much confusions that we cannot see
The complexity of the situation makes it difficult to find solutions
Ole fascism gains poverty
Fascist ideologies contribute to economic inequality
No more bombing, no more shooting, let the children be
Desiring a peaceful future where children are safe
The pain is so hard that we can't feel it
The pain of the situation is overwhelming and numbing
So let my people free
Freeing individuals from oppressive situations
How many cry, how many die, we see
The experience of witnessing death and suffering is painful
Let JAH children be
Hoping for peace and safety for all
Change hatred for a brighter tomorrow
Replacing hate with hope for a better future
Just to see the peace among each other
Hoping for a future where people can coexist peacefully
There's no war love can't conquer
Love is powerful enough to overcome conflict and war
We should all be our brother's keeper
The importance of caring for and supporting each other
Contributed by Anthony V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.