DJ Babu (from the DJ crew Beat Junkies), Evidence, and Rakaa joined together in 1992 in Los Angeles, CA and released Third Degree and Work the Angles, which were quickly established as favorites in the underground scene and among rap critics. They eventually signed to Capitol and in 2000 released The Platform, to more critical acclaim. Their sophomore set Expansion Team was released in 2001, led by the Alchemist-produced single Worst Comes To Worst, which sampled from Mobb Deep's Survival Of The Fittest. Their third album, Neighborhood Watch, was released in 2004 and debuted at #55 on USA's Billboard 200 Albums Chart. In addition to the Kanye West-produced single, This Way, it also featured the single Who's Who?, which was also included as a track on the Need for Speed: Underground and SSX 3 soundtracks, and peaked at #35 on the UK Singles Chart.
In 2006, they returned with the single Back Again, produced by The Alchemist. The trio's fourth album, 20/20, debuted on February 21, 2006.
In 2007 they released The Release Party. This package included a feature-length documentary on DVD as well as EP featuring new songs and remixes. The film, released through Decon, is a celebration of the release from their contract with Capital.
Directors of Photography is the fifth studio album by the American hip hop group. The album was released on August 12, 2014, by Rhymesayers Entertainment.
Service
Dilated Peoples Lyrics
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I think a wack DJ needs to be nervous
Yo my DJ's so nice he don't slice he severs
(Evidence: Bab's, forgive 'em)
(Never)
See I think a wack rapper needs to catch service
Payin' good money, the fans don't deserve this
Choppin' up your skills, your potential is worthless
I go to, any extreme for you to hear it
I find my best quotes make bumper stickers with our lyrics
Sell my slogan, boom box and spill my toxic vibrations
And echos...of metro...stations
I've placed in flow enhancements
Tomorrow your big parade, tonight we're rain dancin'
My DJ's on the cut, my DJ made a beat
My DJ's name is Babu, don't provoke in self defeat
Yo I remember the days, these cats battled for fame
For equipment and paint, for the honor and name
But since me and hip hop is just one and the same
I be huggin' the track
(But who's conducting the train?)
Babu!
His style's serrated to rip wax
It's a fact this cat's more felt than slip mats
Swinging the axe, choppin' down the best acts
1200 Technics, the Shure's and Vestax
05 Pro, world wide then live show
Dilated Junkie makes the rookies drive slow
The stage prop DJ has run outa luck
Super Duper Duck Breaks, no fuck it just (duck?)
See I think a wack rapper needs to catch service
I think a wack DJ needs to be nervous
Yo my DJ's so nice he don't slice he severs
(Evidence: Bab's, forgiv 'em)
(Never)
See I think a wack rapper needs to catch service
I think a wack DJ needs to be nervous
Payin' good money, the fans don't deserve this
Choppin' up your skills, your potential is worthless
Babu, drop the obelisk on this
(Check it out)
(DJ Babu, Beat Junkies, Dilated Peoples)
The song “Service” by Dilated Peoples is an ode to the importance of a good DJ in the world of hip hop. The lyrics discuss how a wack rapper or DJ is not deserving of the fans' money, and that they must step up their skills to provide their audience with the best possible experience. The DJ Babu, a member of the Beat Junkies, is praised for his skills and style, including his ability to make beats and cut records with precision.
Throughout the song, the group emphasizes the importance of the DJ in shaping the overall sound of a track. The lyrics suggest that the DJ has the power to take a mediocre song and turn it into something great through their creativity and skill. Dilated Peoples highlights how the role of the DJ has changed over time, from battling for fame and recognition to becoming an essential part of a hip hop performance.
The song’s message is clear: a good DJ is just as important as a good rapper, and their ability to create and manipulate music is essential to the success of any track or show.
Line by Line Meaning
See I think a wack rapper needs to catch service
I believe that untalented rappers should be subjected to criticism and necessary improvement.
I think a wack DJ needs to be nervous
I also believe that mediocre DJs should feel anxious and worried about their inability to produce good music.
Yo my DJ's so nice he don't slice he severs
My DJ is extremely skilled that he doesn't just cut but actually severs the music, providing a unique sound.
(Evidence: Bab's, forgive 'em)
Bab's musical abilities are a testimony to the great skills of Dilated Peoples. So good that weak artists should be pardoned for their shortcomings.
(Never)
We will never forgive those rappers who do not put in the effort to improve their craft.
Payin' good money, the fans don't deserve this
Fans who invest money to listen to one's music deserve to hear great talentless entertainers don't deserve such money.
Choppin' up your skills, your potential is worthless
Inefficient skills only make a person's talents useless and ineffective.
I go to, any extreme for you to hear it
I can go to any possible length to ensure that you hear good music.
I find my best quotes make bumper stickers with our lyrics
I prioritize creativity and inspiration in creating lyrics that are relatable and worthy of being made into stickers.
Sell my slogan, boom box and spill my toxic vibrations
I'm so passionate about my music, I can sell my music, collections or anything familiar with it, as a way of showing my love for the great music!
And echos...of metro...stations
The echoes of the metro train stations are co-musical sound, contributing to the beauty of an instrument.
I've placed in flow enhancements
I have worked hard to position myself in a better place flow wise, making my music sound more harmonious with every note.
Tomorrow your big parade, tonight we're rain dancin'
I don't wait for the big events to showcase my talents, I display my skill set wherever and whenever I can.
My DJ's on the cut, my DJ made a beat
My DJ is instrumental to my production, his exceptional skills making my music unique and different from other artists.
My DJ's name is Babu, don't provoke in self defeat
My DJ is Babu, he's incredibly skilled, and it would be wrong to underestimate him.
Yo I remember the days, these cats battled for fame
I remember the good old days when rappers struggled to be famous and loved by their fans.
For equipment and paint, for honor and name
Those rappers then could only fight for their glory using their craft and talent, not money or any other thing.
But since me and hip hop is just one and the same
I'm so much in tune with hip hop, it's become a part of me, and I give my absolute best to fuel the culture.
I be huggin' the track
I embrace and cherish the music, always giving it my all.
(But who's conducting the train?)
But amid all that, we need someone steering the beat, and that's where the DJ comes in.
Babu!
Luckily, my DJ, Babu, is at the helm.
His style's serrated to rip wax
His unique style cuts through the vinyl and produces an unmatched sound.
It's a fact this cat's more felt than slip mats
It is an undeniable truth that everyone can feel Babu's music, even if they can't see it.
Swinging the axe, choppin' down the best acts
Babu's prowess is such that he can easily outperform the greatest, no matter how talented.
1200 Technics, the Shure's and Vestax
The great Technics or Vestax turntables coupled with Shure cartidges makes his sound unmatched and special.
05 Pro, world wide then live show
His sound equipment, Rane 05, is used worldwide, and he can entertain a audience at any live show.
Dilated Junkie makes the rookies drive slow
The experience of Dilated Peoples makes new rappers stay in their lane and not try to emulate the complexity and depth of their music.
The stage prop DJ has run outa luck
A DJ that relies on basic skills and does not innovate is out of luck, as the great DJs like Babu continue to rise in popularity.
Super Duper Duck Breaks, no fuck it just (duck?)
The performance and skills of Babu and Dilated Peoples are so incredible that any metaphor is rendered moot. There's nothing else to say.
Lyrics © Royalty Network
Written by: CHRIS OROC, MICHAEL PERRETTA, RAKAA TAYLOR, Leroy Emmanuel
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Best tune on the album.
Darius Taylor
Babs a beat junkie whut do u expect