The Badman Riddim (Jump) Songfacts reports that Orifice Vulgatron and Dag Nabbit met in Dubai and after making drum and bass for a time they switched to hip hop. DJ Nonames met Metropolis at university in 2000 and the duo joined hip hop and funk band Focused Few and began throwing warehouse parties and touring. Vulgatron was introduced to Nonames through Dj Gizroc, then part of the Mixologists Crew, and by late 2002 the quartet had started performing and recording alongside beatboxer Shlomo. The band released their first album, Asylum Speakers on November 27, 2003. Shlomo subsequently moved on and started doing his own thing with the Beatbox Orchestra and by 2011 Dagnabbit had taken a backseat and was concentrating on the crew's business side.
The crew have released a slew of 12"s and Ep's and really made their mark after independently releasing their critically acclaimed, debut LP 'Asylum Speakers'. Foreign Beggars have collaborated and toured with the cream of UK's Hip Hop movement, with Shlomo appearing on Björk's album Medulla and NoNames having done cuts for Damon Albarn's Gorillaz project. With forthcoming projects with Dj Sparo, Dj Vadim, Dudley Perkins, WildChild (Lootpack), OH NO, Dj IQ, Dj Mentat, Scratch Perverts, and Euphrates, the crew see no boundaries with diversifying their sound.
Foreign Beggars are also renowned for their explosive live performances, which recently saw them tear down Glastonbury, Fabric and Hip Hop Kemp in Hradec Kralove. They have supported Public Enemy, Roots Manuva, Beatnuts, Masta Ace, Grand Master Flash, Talib Kweli, Wu-Tang Clan, Asian Dub Foundation, Last Emperor, Mark Ronson, Ja Rule, Blak Twang, and many more.
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Visitations
Foreign Beggars Lyrics
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Livin’ round here the sign reads no immigration
The side effects of the strive-to-get generation
I don’t even trust myself to help the situation
Cos its fucked here, first world structure but it’s just fear
So much that mother fuckers are coming in to combust here
It’s just eerie how we’re acting out the paradigm,
All text book it’s been written line for fuckin line
Crossfade the news off on to what’s the sickest song
On youtube or some streaming service i don’t even know
Take my data shape my life experience and u see me grow
Ever more complacent pure consumption come and see me fail
Ever more depression the self i medicate through digi scales
You could scale the greatest hights if you really wanted to
If you paid attention, fuck your values and your shitty schools
Pay attention, do what i say not what i do,
Work hard and it will all be made available to you
All these spoils, all the good things that only money buys
Don’t listen to all those other books, they’re only full of lies x2
I’m just tryina make a livin'
Aimless scriptin' on a heinous rhythm
Too blazed to change position
Lazin' in this vacant kitchen
Too much the grain to be faceless ape that plays the system
Too much a dick to be the waste of space the plays the victim
When i was young i ran with mans that end up caged in prison
These days i’m smart I see my path i guess I aged with wisdom
My baby mama see’s a vagrant with a vague addiction
And that’s crazy drama, when you slaved to pay the the place she pitched in
Another story hidden in the inner city's folds
Where you could lose your soul, blinded by the glint of gold
You stake out a grey cloud, to make out a silver line
Get faked out, and break down but now you're broken, skint and old
No pot to piss in
Me I’m movin’ of my own volition
I will not be caught slippin'
Driftin’ in the L
Griftin’ in a livin hell
My movements certified to flourish
Using thoughts to prove my force
Dem others waiting by the wishing well
Pay attention, do what i say not what i do,
Work hard and it will all be made available to you
All these spoils, all the good things that only money buys
Don’t listen to all those other books, they’re only full of lies
Earth is a prison I had to make a urgent decision
Do I live by the words of wisdom or do I work for the system
Or work the system with the precision of a surgeons incision
You want heaven yet you worship the living
I read books like the secret monitor on how they monetise
Separate the letters in money you see one eye
Analyse the letters in soldier it says sold to die
So when your unconscious
You’re forgetting that’s your souls an eye
Meaning I as in self, as in self aware
Secret means to separate
In ignorance and keep us there
Gate keepers, to keep you in your block with fear
Jacobs’ ladder on the bottom of the stairs, cheers
Symbolism in my vision when I walk the streets
We’re taking orders even in the way we’re taught to speak
Let me read your receipts and search your mind for gold
Mind control if you look closer it says mine for gold
Spirit and body, using good looks to sell, good luck
You see your spelling book is just a book of spells
Hello Elohim you can sell souls in hell’s hole
But you’ll never live to hear your own bell toll
Hell no.
The lyrics of Foreign Beggars's song "Visitations" provide a critique of the current socio-political climate and the detrimental effects of consumerism and the pursuit of wealth. The song starts by highlighting the harsh reality of limited opportunities and restricted access for immigrants, creating a sense of fear and distrust within society. The lyrics also touch upon the pressures faced by the younger generation, who are driven to achieve success at any cost.
The song advocates for paying attention and questioning societal norms and expectations. The lyrics criticize the notion that hard work will inevitably lead to wealth and success, asserting that this view is misguided and perpetuates inequality. The artist reflects on their own experiences, acknowledging past mistakes and the difficulty of balancing personal growth and responsibilities. The lyrics also address the struggles faced by individuals trapped within the confines of the urban environment, where the pursuit of material gain often leads to the loss of one's true self.
Ultimately, "Visitations" is a call to reject the illusion of a perfect life promised by society and instead strive for true personal fulfillment and authenticity.
Line by Line Meaning
Last chance for visitation
This is the final opportunity to understand and observe the situation
Livin’ round here the sign reads no immigration
Living in this place implies that there is no acceptance or openness to change
The side effects of the strive-to-get generation
The consequences of a generation focused solely on achieving and acquiring
I don’t even trust myself to help the situation
I lack confidence in my ability to contribute positively to the current circumstances
Cos its fucked here, first world structure but it’s just fear
The state of this place is chaotic, despite its supposed advanced infrastructure
So much that mother fuckers are coming in to combust here
The level of tension is so high that it attracts individuals who will cause further chaos
It’s just eerie how we’re acting out the paradigm
It is unsettling to witness how we conform and replicate the established patterns of behavior
All text book it’s been written line for fuckin line
Everything follows a predetermined script, exactly as outlined
I drink the dutty wine, recline and put my blinkers on
I indulge in distractions, detach myself, and ignore the reality
Crossfade the news off on to what’s the sickest song
I transition from paying attention to the news to consuming entertainment that is considered intense or impressive
On youtube or some streaming service i don’t even know
I engage with online platforms without even being aware of their specific names or functions
Take my data shape my life experience and u see me grow
My personal information is used to influence and mold my life, enabling others to witness my development
Ever more complacent pure consumption come and see me fail
As I become increasingly content with mindless consumption, I invite others to witness my eventual downfall
Ever more depression the self i medicate through digi scales
As I sink further into despair, I attempt to self-medicate using digital devices
You could scale the greatest hights if you really wanted to
If you truly desired, you could reach the pinnacle of success
If you paid attention, fuck your values and your shitty schools
However, you must disregard societal values and the inadequate education system
Pay attention, do what i say not what i do
Focus on what I command you to do, not my own actions
Work hard and it will all be made available to you
If you exert significant effort, everything you desire will be within your reach
All these spoils, all the good things that only money buys
These rewards and luxuries can only be obtained through monetary wealth
Don’t listen to all those other books, they’re only full of lies
Dismiss other sources of information because they are filled with deceitful content
I’m just tryina make a livin'
My sole aim is to earn a living
Aimless scriptin' on a heinous rhythm
Writing without purpose to a disturbing beat
Too blazed to change position
In a state of intoxication that prevents me from altering my circumstances
Lazin' in this vacant kitchen
Lounging idly in this empty and unfulfilling space
Too much the grain to be faceless ape that plays the system
I possess too much individuality to mindlessly conform to a system that exploits us
Too much a dick to be the waste of space the plays the victim
I refuse to be a useless individual who blames others for their situation
When i was young i ran with mans that end up caged in prison
I associated with people who eventually became imprisoned
These days i’m smart I see my path i guess I aged with wisdom
With newfound knowledge, I now have clarity and direction
My baby mama see’s a vagrant with a vague addiction
The mother of my child perceives me as a homeless person with an unclear dependency
And that’s crazy drama, when you slaved to pay the the place she pitched in
This situation creates intense conflict, especially when you work excessively to sustain the home she provided
Another story hidden in the inner city's folds
There is another narrative concealed within the complexities of the urban landscape
Where you could lose your soul, blinded by the glint of gold
In this environment, it is easy to lose one's essence, distracted by the allure of material wealth
You stake out a grey cloud, to make out a silver line
In order to perceive a glimmer of hope, you endure periods of uncertainty and hardship
Get faked out, and break down but now you're broken, skint and old
You fall victim to deception, have a breakdown, and now you are financially depleted and aged
No pot to piss in
You have no financial resources or stability
Me I’m movin’ of my own volition
I am taking control and making independent decisions
I will not be caught slippin'
I am determined not to be taken advantage of or caught off guard
Driftin’ in the L
Navigating through life with uncertainty and impermanence
Griftin’ in a livin hell
Engaging in dishonest schemes while existing in a state of torment
My movements certified to flourish
My actions are authorized to thrive and prosper
Using thoughts to prove my force
Harnessing the power of my thoughts to demonstrate strength and assertiveness
Dem others waiting by the wishing well
Meanwhile, others passively wait for fate or luck to bring them what they desire
Earth is a prison I had to make a urgent decision
Recognizing that life on Earth is akin to being confined, I had to make a crucial choice
Do I live by the words of wisdom or do I work for the system
Should I adhere to the teachings of wisdom or become a cog in the system
Or work the system with the precision of a surgeons incision
Alternatively, should I manipulate the system with expert precision
You want heaven yet you worship the living
Despite aspiring for a better existence, you prioritize superficial, earthly matters
I read books like the secret monitor on how they monetize
I read books similar to 'The Secret' that expose how others exploit and profit from certain knowledge
Separate the letters in money you see one eye
Rearrange the letters in 'money' and you perceive the symbol of the illuminati, the 'all-seeing eye'
Analyse the letters in soldier it says sold to die
Examining the letters in 'soldier' reveals the unsettling truth that they are destined to be sold and die
So when your unconscious
When you are oblivious or unaware
You’re forgetting that’s your souls an eye
You fail to remember that your soul is watchful and perceptive
Meaning I as in self, as in self aware
Specifically referring to the 'I' as the individual self, as well as being conscious of oneself
Secret means to separate
The term 'secret' implies a means of dividing or isolating
In ignorance and keep us there
This division leads to ignorance and ensures our continued lack of understanding
Gate keepers, to keep you in your block with fear
The gatekeepers maintain control and confine you within your designated area through the manipulation of fear
Jacobs’ ladder on the bottom of the stairs, cheers
Metaphorically, the ladder of success is situated at the bottom of an endless staircase, offering no true advancement
Symbolism in my vision when I walk the streets
As I roam the streets, I perceive various symbolic elements in my surroundings
We’re taking orders even in the way we’re taught to speak
Even the way we communicate is influenced by the authority figures who dictate our education
Let me read your receipts and search your mind for gold
Allow me to analyze your purchase records and delve into your thoughts in search of hidden treasures
Mind control if you look closer it says mine for gold
Upon closer examination, 'mind control' is akin to a directive to actively seek personal wealth
Spirit and body, using good looks to sell, good luck
Merging the spiritual and physical aspects of oneself, relying on superficial appeal to achieve success, relying on fortune
You see your spelling book is just a book of spells
The book you perceive as aiding in spelling is essentially a collection of enchantments or manipulations
Hello Elohim you can sell souls in hell’s hole
A sarcastic greeting to the divine beings, highlighting how souls can be exploited and traded in a place of torment
But you’ll never live to hear your own bell toll
However, you will never experience the ultimate consequence or judgment of your actions
Hell no.
Absolutely not.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DEAN PALINCZUK, EBOW GRAHAM, JAMES MILLER, MATTHEW FRANCIS HARRIS, PAVAN MUKHI
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