source: allmusic Biography by Brad Mills
Originally from Long Island, New York, DJ Revolution relocated to Los Angeles, California, after he received a position of being resident DJ at the most syndicated hip-hop radio show in the world, The Wake Up Show. Since he's the DJ of the Wake Up Show, he's able to reach 12 million listeners weekly. Therefore, he's the most listened to DJ in the world.
"In 1984, my grandfather built me my first mixer. And after I touched the turntables, it was on!" said DJ Revolution. Some of the DJ's that inspired Revolution to become a DJ are: DJ Red Alert, Joe Cooley, Cash Money, and Jazzy Jeff.
After hearing these DJ's in action, collecting records became a big part of Revolution's life. Ever since DJ Revolution started his career as a DJ, he has held production credit for such artists as Rasheed & Ill Advised, Styles Of Beyond, and several others.
In addition, Revolution produces various anthems for the Wake Up Show which are aired every time the radio show is on. He's made many cameo's with artists such as Red Foo & Dre Kroon, Other Wise, Dilated Peoples, Planet Asia, and several others.
So, he already has done a huge contribution to putting out dope work. Revolution used to be the mix radio show music director at 92.3 The Beat and also used to work at Ground Level. So, he's done a lot of work in the music industry in the last few years.
You can check out DJ Revolution every time the Wake Up Show is aired. Visit the Wake Up Show's web-site for more information on Revolution. Also, don't forget to buy "R2K, Version 1.0". And, don't forget to show support by purchasing other records that Revolution has worked on.
Evolution
DJ Revolution Lyrics
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"Which is of course what is all about
Evolutionevolution, like the dinosaur
Look out that window you had your time
The future is our world"
"Evolution" "Is the day you're my target"
I be the first to tell you
When it comes to drum
Turnin up your snare too loud
Wears out your welcome
I'm not trippin on cats who
Wanna jack my hats
I do the same, do solo on your shit
Is open game i never understood those who
Sold out for Benz some say I do too much
Burn candles at both ends
But still I play the back, cuz
When I don't do that, attacks
The fatter the cuts, the fatter the track
And fat tracks important as clear mics
Some are sureshots but most are prototypes
Post your snipes all over Babylon
You're too spaced out
Sound requires air to travel on
Pack the bags, another mission to complete
But first I set my ground
Work here on the street
Do you like the way I vocalize?
Then bring it to a compromise
My DJ won't settle till noon, it's evolution
"Evolution" "Is the day you're my target"
"Evolution" "Is the day you're my target"
"Evolution" "Is the day you're my target"
"Evolution is a cycle to turn
Vital to learn"
"Evolution" "Is the day you're my target"
"To evolve, please evolve with self respect"
"Look to fuck some stuff up
And rip another rough cut"
"And Revolution"
I tell em all'
Too many words in a verse don't sound fresh'
Instead
And if you chillin where you are
Then don't complain on how you got there
Too many play it close but
Ain't really on the team
US'd at twenty-six, Vietnam'd at nineteen
"Nineteen" cut and scratched
With my DJ like that
Yo killin the one's and two's
Got no choice but to
Ah, crews say my name
Respect the street fame
Plus my tracks aim to
And if you feel we done ya done wrong
You can seek restitution, then
"Spend three sixty degrees" for evolution
Chorus
DJ Revolution cuts
"Evolution" by DJ Revolution is a song that reflects on the importance of growth and change. The lyrics draw inspiration from the concept of evolution, comparing it to the fate of the dinosaurs. The line, "Like the dinosaur, look out that window you had your time, the future is our world," suggests that the past has had its moment, and now it's time for the future generation to take charge.
The lyrics also touch upon the artist's perspective on the music industry. DJ Revolution acknowledges that some artists may sell out for material gains, but he remains true to his passion for music. He speaks about the importance of creating unique and innovative tracks, and being open to collaboration rather than competing with other artists. The line, "My DJ won't settle till noon, it's evolution," indicates a constant striving for improvement and pushing boundaries in the music industry.
Furthermore, the lyrics advocate for self-respect and self-improvement. The line, "To evolve, please evolve with self-respect," suggests that personal growth should go hand in hand with maintaining one's own values and integrity. The song encourages listeners to embrace change, seek personal development, and not be afraid to disrupt the status quo.
Overall, "Evolution" is a thought-provoking song that highlights the importance of embracing change, staying true to oneself, and continuously seeking improvement.
Line by Line Meaning
Which is of course what is all about
The true essence of evolution
Evolutionevolution, like the dinosaur
Evolution, just like the extinction of the dinosaurs
Look out that window you had your time
Reflect on the past and accept that it's time for change
The future is our world
The future belongs to us
Evolution is the day you're my target
Evolution is the moment I aim to achieve
I be the first to tell you
I'm here to be honest with you
When it comes to drum
When it comes to the rhythm
Turnin up your snare too loud
Increasing the volume of the snare excessively
Wears out your welcome
Becomes unpleasant and tiresome
I'm not trippin on cats who
I'm not bothered by those who
Wanna jack my hats
Want to copy my style
I do the same, do solo on your shit
I do the same, create my own style
Is open game i never understood those who
It's fair game, I never understood those who
Sold out for Benz some say I do too much
Sacrificed their integrity for material possessions, some say I do too much
Burn candles at both ends
Put in a lot of effort from morning till night
But still I play the back, cuz
But still I take a supporting role, because
When I don't do that, attacks
When I don't do that, criticism and backlash
The fatter the cuts, the fatter the track
The more skilled the scratching and cutting, the better the song
And fat tracks important as clear mics
High-quality tracks are just as crucial as clear microphones
Some are sureshots but most are prototypes
Some songs are guaranteed hits, but most are experimental
Post your snipes all over Babylon
Spread your criticisms and disses everywhere
You're too spaced out
You're too disconnected and oblivious
Sound requires air to travel on
Sound needs air to be transmitted
Pack the bags, another mission to complete
Prepare to embark on another task
But first I set my ground
But first I establish my position
Work here on the street
Work hard in this competitive industry
Do you like the way I vocalize?
Do you appreciate my style of vocal delivery?
Then bring it to a compromise
Then let's find a middle ground
My DJ won't settle till noon, it's evolution
My DJ won't stop until we've achieved progress, it's evolution
Evolution is a cycle to turn
Evolution is a continuous process of change
Vital to learn
Crucial to understand
Look to fuck some stuff up
Prepare to disrupt the status quo
And rip another rough cut
And create another raw and unpolished track
And Revolution
And bring about revolution
I tell em all'
I tell everyone
Too many words in a verse don't sound fresh'
Using too many words in a verse doesn't sound innovative or original
Instead
Rather
And if you chillin where you are
And if you're satisfied with where you are
Then don't complain on how you got there
Then don't complain about the path you took to get there
Too many play it close but
Too many play it safe and stick to what's familiar
Ain't really on the team
Aren't truly part of the group
US'd at twenty-six, Vietnam'd at nineteen
Used by the system at a young age, forced into risky situations
"Nineteen" cut and scratched
"Nineteen" sampled and manipulated
With my DJ like that
Collaborating with my DJ in that manner
Yo killin the one's and two's
You're killing it with the turntables and mixer
Got no choice but to
Have no option other than to
Ah, crews say my name
Ah, crews mention my name
Respect the street fame
Respect my reputation in the streets
Plus my tracks aim to
In addition, my tracks strive to
And if you feel we done ya done wrong
And if you feel we've mistreated you
You can seek restitution, then
You can seek compensation, then
"Spend three sixty degrees" for evolution
"Embrace a complete change" for evolution
Chorus
Refrain or chorus of the song
DJ Revolution cuts
DJ Revolution performs turntable scratches
Lyrics © Royalty Network
Written by: Kurt Hoffman, Michael Perretta
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
CompanyFlow78
One of the best ten tracks in HH history.
Fulcanelli
i mean its fucking awesome but idk about that. thats pretty hard to judge.
KRÓL KOOL MareK
Prawda
LILSOGOOD
this whole mixtape is dope. listen to it from front to back.
JudgeNot LeastUBjudged
Simple Genius and strictly Hip Hop!
3SR
still lightyears ahead.. produced by joey chavez and evidence
JudgeNot LeastUBjudged
Revolution is the Weapon!
F1LZ0
EVolution! super dope!
Ben Fade
more like a producer/dj album with own songs, but dope anyway...
Jeff Jabori
You're future is our world!