Finding their inspiration from the diverse city blocks and night club scene of Southern California, FM has built a strong internet fan base and a new lifestyle brand for the next generation of youth around the world. “The Far East Movement is the name for our music, lifestyle, and our party. For the diverse music fan that hits up 3 clubs in 1 night, tuned to the racing scene and fashion, and back on the computer religiously checking blogs and sites for anything related to that.”- FM
FM has embarked on 2 World Tours (including the USA, South America, Canada, Europe and Asia) and recently featured on the 35 city Party Rock Tour with LMFAO, signed distribution deals in Japan and Korea (Avex Network and JF Productions respectively), garnered multiple features on MTV World, and also featured music on worldwide media such as FOX’s “So You Think You Can Dance”, MTV’s “America’s Best Dance Crew”, ABC Family’s Lincoln Heights, CBS Primetime shows “CSI: Miami” and “CSI: NY”, multiple placements on HBO’s “Entourage”, “Fast & Furious Tokyo Drift” and “Finishing the Game” (a featured film at Sundance 2007). FM was also the first Asian act to perform at the Sundance Film Festival’s prestigious Music Café Gala hosted by ASCAP, and was also recently a featured act at the Cannes Film Festival in France. As producers, FM worked with Jin the Emcee to create ABC JIN, an award-winning, platinum album that broke records for first week sales in Hong Kong.
In the world of marketing, the Far*East Movement has been sought out by major companies to endorse their products. They worked with McDonalds as celebrity judges and were featured artists for the national Big Mac Chant campaign and spokespersons/tour headliners for McDonald’s Lost Ring campaign during the 2008 Olympics. FM was also a featured artist for Verizon Wireless’s LG Dare ‘Touch One’ Campaign. They’ve also co-created a series of live concerts with Wong Fu Productions to benefit community outreach called the International Secret Agents with endorsements by JCPenney and Verizon.
Far East Movement’s single “Girls On The Dance Floor” has taken over clubs and radio stations around the world, reaching #1 on Los Angeles radio and charting on the Billboard Charts. On February 12th, 2010, the Far East Movement officially signed their first major label record deal with Cherrytree / Interscope Records. After 2 independent album releases and a rigorous tour schedule, the Far East Movement is in the studio working with the Stereotypes (Production team) on their 3rd album and first major release in 2010.
The original members of Far East Movement, Kevin Nishimura (Kev Nish), James Roh (Prohgress), and Jae Choung (J-Splif), grew up in Koreatown, Los Angeles, California. They were close companions in high school and shared a passion for music together. The trio promoted their music online and began performing at local clubs and events in Los Angeles; soon, they began their musical career with the name "Emcee's Anonymous" by 2001. However, they later changed it to Far East Movement or FM, originating from a song that they produced with the same name. In 2003, they organized together an event called "Movementality" in Koreatown, LA, featuring ten different performances with all the proceeds sent to a local youth drug rehabilitation center. On September 21, 2016, S.M Entertainment, one of the largest entertainment companies in South Korea, announced that Chanyeol, from popular K-pop band EXO, would be collaborating with Far East Movement in their track "Freal Luv", which also features Tinashe and Marshmello.[26]
On October 10, 2016, Starship Entertainment announced that Hyolyn, from K-pop girl-group Sistar, would be featured in a new song titled "Umbrella".
Both songs were included in the band's fifth studio album, Identity, released on October 21. It features various Korean artists, such as Tiffany from Girls' Generation, rappers Yoon Mi-rae, Jay Park, Loco and R&B group Urban Zakapa, along with American singer-songwriter Macy Gray, rapper Soulja Boy and credits from British singer-producer MNEK. Identity debuted at #1 on the global iTunes dance charts.[citation needed] The music video for "Freal Luv" was viewed over 30 million times on YouTube.
On October 14, 2016, Far East Movement released "We Out Here" featuring Blackbear and Thurz.
On November 23, 2016, Far East Movement announced that J-Splif had left the group due to family reasons.
On October 26, 2018, Far East Movement released a song titled "Bamboo" which features vocals from Jason Zhang and Kina Grannis.
On February 8, 2019, Far East Movement released a single titled "Blossoms" which features Troop Brand and Chinese rapper Vava.
On March 14, 2019, Far East Movement released a single titled "Lovebird" which features Lay.
On April 19, 2019, Far East Movement released a single titled "Paint the Clouds" which features vocals from Tia Ray.
On June 21, 2019, Far East Movement released a single titled "Maps", featuring Diamond, Starchild Yeezo, and Rell the Soundbender.
On July 26, 2019, Far East Movement released a single titled "Glue", featuring Heize and Shawn Wasabi.
On February 14, 2020, Far East Movement released a single "Nice Things" (with Henry and AlunaGeorge)
On May 14, 2020, Far East Movement released a single “Let the Future In” With Karen Mok
On May 18, 2020, Far East Movement released a single “ We Are the Truth” With Sha Sha Jones
The Illest
Far East Movement Lyrics
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We be the illest in here
I know you feel us
We be the illest in here
Illest in here
We so motherfuckin' ill
We so motherfuckin' ill
Ill, motherfucker, ill
Illin' out from LA, I be illin' out all the way
Got an email from my K-Town chick that wanna hook up and blaze
I've got OG cannabis, girl, one puff'll put you in your grave
Got three pills and four Jimmy hats 'cause we don't Kid 'n Play
Hop out, yo, guess who's gettin' drunk?
No motherfuckers can out-drink us
If you're tipping that heat, don't get drowned
So cold, polar bears on my nuts
Y'all know just who we be
I hold it down for the East
'Cause I keeps it pimpin', Peter Griffin
Yellow tinted on zebras
Dripping on your couches
Dripping on your couches
Sippin' Tanqueray with orange, mane, we on that Tropicana
I'm dripping on your couches from the Hills to public housing
If you're feelin' ill, then damn, you ill
Be the illest on the thousand
We be the illest
We be the illest in here
I know you feel us
We be the illest in here
Illest in here
Illest
We be the illest in here
I know you feel us
We be the illest in here
Illest in here
We so motherfuckin' ill
Nice chain, what a nice night
My ice bright, I play the wall like a night light
Tangerine, tambourine from the West Wing
The best thing about my new Versace bed springs
I'm in the building, more gold than Rumpelstiltskin
Aw shit, look who it is, the white Russell Simmons
Jody Highroller, Far East Movement
We so ill, I think I need some Codeine fluid
Dripping on your couches
Dripping on your couches
Sippin' Tanqueray with orange, mane, we on that Tropicana
I'm dripping on your couches from the Hills to public housing
If you're feelin' ill, then damn, you ill
Be the illest on the thousand
We be the illest
We be the illest in here
I know you feel us
We be the illest in here
Illest in here
Illest
We be the illest in here
I know you feel us
We be the illest in here
Illest in here
We so motherfuckin' ill
We so motherfuckin' ill
Ill, motherfucker, ill, we so
"I" is for the way these bitches love how I bang
And double "L" is for the way I blow the smoke in your face
We roll on Es and we be easy, rollin' that bank
And "ST" is for the illest shit we rep every day
Far East Movement's song "The Illest" is a rap track that celebrates the group's success and talent. The chorus proclaims that the group is the "illest" in the room, drawing attention to their skill and confidence. The first verse describes a night out in LA, where the group drinks and smokes with a girl they met. They reference their drug use and disregard for Kid 'n Play, establishing their rebellious attitudes. The second verse features a guest appearance by Riff Raff, who brags about his wealth and fame, incorporating references to gold, Versace, and Codeine. The song ends with a breakdown of the acronym "ILLST," which stands for "I Love Living Life Smiling Together."
The lyrics of "The Illest" reflect the hedonistic culture of hip-hop, which values partying, sex, and drugs. Far East Movement and Riff Raff revel in their success and celebrity, flaunting their wealth and status. The chorus repeats the phrase "We be the illest in here" as a mantra, asserting their dominance and urging listeners to join in their celebration. The song's upbeat tempo and catchy melody encourage dancing and engagement.
Line by Line Meaning
We be the illest
We are the best out here
We be the illest in here
We are the best in this place
I know you feel us
I know you can sense our greatness
We so motherfuckin' ill
We are extremely amazing
Illin' out from LA, I be illin' out all the way
I am living life to the fullest from LA to other places
Got an email from my K-Town chick that wanna hook up and blaze
Received a message from a girl in K-town who wants to smoke and chill
I've got OG cannabis, girl, one puff'll put you in your grave
I have high-quality weed that will make you feel strong effects
Got three pills and four Jimmy hats 'cause we don't Kid 'n Play
Have three pills and four condoms because we are not foolish like Kid 'n Play
Hop out, yo, guess who's gettin' drunk?
Guess who is going to get drunk?
No motherfuckers can out-drink us
No one can drink more than us
If you're tipping that heat, don't get drowned
If you are drinking too much alcohol, do not drown in it
So cold, polar bears on my nuts
I am so cool, polar bears are attracted to me
Y'all know just who we be
You already know who we are
I hold it down for the East
I keep it together for the East Coast
'Cause I keeps it pimpin', Peter Griffin
Because I always keep it cool, like Peter Griffin
Yellow tinted on zebras
Yellow stripes on zebras
Dripping on your couches
Leaving stains on your couches
Sippin' Tanqueray with orange, mane, we on that Tropicana
Drinking Tanqueray with orange juice, feeling like we are in Tropicana
I'm dripping on your couches from the Hills to public housing
I am leaving stains on couches from the Hills to public housing
If you're feelin' ill, then damn, you ill
If you feel amazing, then you really are amazing
Be the illest on the thousand
Be the best among thousands of people
Nice chain, what a nice night
Having a nice chain and a great night
My ice bright, I play the wall like a night light
My jewelry is shining and I am trying to blend into the wall
Tangerine, tambourine from the West Wing
Referring to a tangerine-colored tambourine from the West Wing
The best thing about my new Versace bed springs
Loving the bed springs from my new Versace bed
I'm in the building, more gold than Rumpelstiltskin
Being in the building with a lot of gold, like Rumpelstiltskin
Aw shit, look who it is, the white Russell Simmons
Referring to a white person who is just as cool as Russell Simmons
Jody Highroller, Far East Movement
Jody Highroller and Far East Movement are together
We so ill, I think I need some Codeine fluid
We are so amazing, I need something to calm me down
Ill, motherfucker, ill, we so
We are amazing, really amazing
I is for the way these bitches love how I bang
The letter I represents how women like the way I hit it
And double L is for the way I blow the smoke in your face
Double L stands for how I blow smoke into someone's face
We roll on Es and we be easy, rollin' that bank
We relax and smoke weed, but also stack money
And ST is for the illest shit we rep every day
ST represents the amazing things we do every day
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, CTM Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Hipgnosis Songs Group
Written by: ANDREAS SCHULLER, ERIC FREDERIC, HORST SIMCO, JAE CHOUNG, JAMES ROH, KEVIN NISHIMURA
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Anubis-du5fg
Still listening to this in 2024
@Juzzzer
im so disapointed that only a couple of people are here in 2024
@sice4490
Honestly though,, I used to be obsessed with them man :/
@fionulaconnieduieanakricha3616
🙋🏻♀️
@teambattleground9076
Far East Movement are may favs. I miss this, good times. So much better than music in 2020
@hemilli6443
kkkkk verdade mano
@StachMan
lmfao RIFFRAFF
@mikamay9701
I grew up on Far East Movement and this is by far still my favorite song they made 😼
@gg-ir7jz
Yeah Bro i feel this
@VRAI__VRAI__ZA_VEGANIZM
@@gg-ir7jz https://youtu.be/8cPiM4gz-Kk