Do That S#!%
J-Live was born and raised in Uptown Manhattan, New York City. After making… Read Full Bio ↴J-Live was born and raised in Uptown Manhattan, New York City. After making a home for himself in Brooklyn upon graduating from SUNY at Albany, J relocated to Philadelphia in 2003. "Moving to Philly was more for the family than any kind of career move. But the whole music scene here and the hip hop community here have embraced me with open arms since I arrived. I've gotten a lot of support from so many different artists and dee jays. This city is jam packed with talented and beautiful people."

J-Live started his career by releasing solid 12" such as "Longevity", "Braggin' Writes", and "Hush the Crowd", which earned him a spot in The Source's "Unsigned Hype" column.

Recorded mostly at J's own Triple Threat Studios in Philadelphia, The Hear After actually seems to have taken on a life of its own. Guest vocalist on the album, include up and coming artist, Kola Rock, Cvees, and the soulful sounds of Virgin recording artist, Dwele. The album features production by Floyd the Locsmif (Atl), Hezekiah, James Poysner (Philly), Probe DMS, Fire Dept., (NYC), Oddisee (DC), and J-Live himself. "The title is a play on words. People think of the here after as the after life or somewhere you go when you die. Like heaven or hell. Me personally, I see heaven as being at peace with yourself while you're alive. I see hell as the path you choose in life as opposed to a place you go after death. The album is called The Hear After because I'm at peace with myself musically, and I've been through hell to get that way. This is what you "hear after" all that has transpired so far. This is what I've been working to accomplish since the last album."

Like J's last two full length records, The Best Part and All of the Above, The Hear After covers a wide range of thoughts and emotions both musically and with its subject matter. "If you were to look at the whole thing, you would see a story line about an artist trying to maintain and expand his career and still be there for his family. That was the biggest struggle while making the record, and its no coincidence that it's a theme that becomes obvious listening to it. But there are songs about almost every aspect of my life from growing up in the city, to raising kids, touring heavy, building and teaching, politics, party and bullshit. I can't just spit about one thing for a whole record. That's not my style."

J-Live has been rhyming and mixing since the age of 12 but he has made much more of a name for himself as an MC than as a DJ. "I definitely focus on rhyming more. Growing up doing both it was easier on the pockets to be an MC. Records and equipment can get expensive. But I love spinning." One of the highlights of his entertaining live show is when he rhymes and beat juggles on the turntables simultaneously, performing his classic, "Braggin' Writes." J-Live is also known to produce beats.

J-Live has always used music to get his messages across. He explains, "I grew up listening to everything from BDP to NWA, to PE [[artist]Public Enemy], Slick Rick, Big Daddy Kane, Nice and Smooth. Whether the music was pimped out, gangsta, militant or whatever, rappers had something important to say to kids like me. And I listened intently. As a 5%er, I can't imagine how much of an influence hip hop had on the way I see the world."

Case in point, J's favorite song on the album, "Audio Visual" is so descriptive it's a song "in 3-D". From the quirky, key accents to the thick-ass bottom running throughout the song, J-Live paints a colorful, picture of his life on and off the mic. "Brooklyn Public" is his ode to his days as an educator. Earlier in his career, J-Live taught middle school English/Language Arts in Brooklyn for a few years.

Making music for the walkmans as well as the Jeeps, J-Live made a mature, sonically sophisticated album. "I feel like I represent hip hop's middle class. Seems like everybody's either crying broke or screaming rich or both. I try to speak to the people in between. The everyday hard working fun loving hip hop heads."

Year Formed: 1995
Official Site: http://www.j-livemusic.com/

Do That S#!%
J-Live Lyrics


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Yo, I'm just shooting the breeze with carbon dioxide
That needs to be bottled and sold so you can lo' and behold
Or would you hold it below c'mon let go and be high
You can't deny the words I'm flipping make you reach for the sky

You hear the caters that I'm kicking while I'm walking the street
I write rhymes just so I can go on beat
You thinks it's so damn lovely don't you nigga come here
You just a frightened little kid all steps and no beard

But let me tell you now your talking to a grown ass man
I put some shit in your head to fill your stomach to head
You don't believe me well it's taken me from here to Japan
That's why I'm laughing to the bank without a getaway van

You worrying about your ice and want your shorty to see
The only ice that I need is in my L I T
I keep my Hennessey straight so skip the fantasy plan
That's why you get up and go, that's shit you got to debate

You steady worrying bout your crystal
Charge your pistol, meanwhile, the real style long gone, miss-trial
Guilty of the bullshit, innocent of killing it
Even all your fronting, fake, phoney friends are feeling it

What's the matter with your life?
Strange you got something to talk about that you already know about
And walk about, get some, feel good about it
Write it down, think it over then shout it out, how that sound?

Yo, if it sound like we talking to you
I really think you want to do that shit, c'mon do that shit
And if you know on what we saying is true
You better act like you knew that shit, c'mon do that shit

Put some action on paper now, do that shit
Go ahead and be yourself child, do that shit
Don't be afraid to use your own style, do that shit
C'mon do that shit, c'mon do that shit
C'mon

Now everybody want heaven but nobody want death
Shit a lot you kids wouldn't even settle for injured
So why you frontin' like you want drama see that shit ain't fly
You need to spend a couple nights with a drama queen

And did you ever seen a crack baby
How bout a 30-year-old woman strung out into a little old lady
You see some of these folks that gotta live in these streets today
Either shot up, smoked, or sniffed their life away

Yeah, you wanna talk about your triple beam dream
It's ironic 'cause you pass eight-grade maths
You don't know the half, third, fourth or fifth
Ain't old enough to drive talking about you pushing a six

And frontin' like you gotta watch for the narks
You gotta watch for your momma and on your ass saying, "Oh my God"
You gotta watch for your birthday and wrote a half a album
Worth of rhymes like you little wheeze, little nigga please

Watch these, watch those fly by night MCs
Biting Jay-Z's flow, go with the breeze
I beseech you get your own flow so when you blow up
You won't make the real heads wanna throw up

Yo, if it sound like we talking to you
I really think you want to do that shit, c'mon do that shit
And if you know on what we saying is true
You better act like you knew that shit, c'mon do that shit

Put some action on paper now, do that shit
Go ahead and be yourself child, do that shit
Don't be afraid to use your own style, do that shit




C'mon do that shit, c'mon do that shit
C'mon

Overall Meaning

In J-Live's song "Do That S#!%", the lyrics provide a powerful and thought-provoking commentary on authenticity and self-expression. The song criticizes individuals who engage in empty posturing and imitation, urging listeners to embrace their true selves and create with originality.


The opening lines set the tone for the song, as J-Live compares his rhymes to "carbon dioxide" that should be preserved and witnessed by all. He challenges listeners to let go of their inhibitions and embrace the heights his words can take them. The following verses establish his authority as a grown man, someone who can fill others' headspace with meaningful content and leave a lasting impact. J-Live contrasts this with the superficial concerns of others, mocking their preoccupation with material possessions and shallow pursuits.


Throughout the song, J-Live highlights the disparity between the façade people present and the reality of their lives. He challenges listeners to reflect on their choices and aspirations, emphasizing that true fulfillment lies in authenticity and originality. The lyrics touch on societal issues such as substance abuse, the consequences of pretending to be someone else, and the importance of using one's voice to make a difference.


Line by Line Meaning

Yo, I'm just shooting the breeze with carbon dioxide
I'm casually chatting with something as insignificant as carbon dioxide


That needs to be bottled and sold so you can lo' and behold
That should be packaged and sold for you to witness and appreciate


Or would you hold it below c'mon let go and be high
Or would you suppress it? No, embrace it and elevate yourself


You can't deny the words I'm flipping make you reach for the sky
You cannot deny that my lyrics inspire you to aim high


You hear the caters that I'm kicking while I'm walking the street
You hear the smooth and captivating rhymes that I'm delivering as I stroll


I write rhymes just so I can go on beat
I craft lyrics specifically to align with the rhythm


You thinks it's so damn lovely don't you nigga come here
You find it pleasant, don't you? Well, approach and find out


You just a frightened little kid all steps and no beard
You're nothing but a fearful child pretending to be mature


But let me tell you now your talking to a grown ass man
But understand that you're conversing with a fully mature individual


I put some shit in your head to fill your stomach to head
I'm enlightening you with knowledge that satisfies both your intellect and soul


You don't believe me well it's taken me from here to Japan
If you don't believe me, then know that my skill has taken me all the way to Japan


That's why I'm laughing to the bank without a getaway van
That's why I'm figuratively laughing all the way to the bank with financial success, without needing an escape vehicle


You worrying about your ice and want your shorty to see
You're concerned about your flashy jewelry and desire for your significant other to admire it


The only ice that I need is in my L I T
The only ice I require is the coolness of my drink


I keep my Hennessey straight so skip the fantasy plan
I prefer my Hennessey liquor without any mixers, so let go of your unrealistic ideas


That's why you get up and go, that's shit you got to debate
That's why you're still hesitant and deliberating over your decisions


You steady worrying bout your crystal
You constantly fret about your drugs


Charge your pistol, meanwhile, the real style long gone, miss-trial
Load your gun, but real artistic style has disappeared due to a flawed judgment


Guilty of the bullshit, innocent of killing it
You're guilty of indulging in nonsense, but innocent when it comes to truly excelling


Even all your fronting, fake, phoney friends are feeling it
Even your fake and insincere friends are acknowledging and appreciating it


What's the matter with your life?
What's wrong with your current situation?


Strange you got something to talk about that you already know about
It's odd that you're discussing something you're already familiar with


And walk about, get some, feel good about it
And explore, acquire, and derive satisfaction from it


Write it down, think it over then shout it out, how that sound?
Jot it down, contemplate it, and then express it loudly. Do you understand?


Put some action on paper now, do that shit
Take action and materialize your ideas on paper


Go ahead and be yourself child, do that shit
Embrace your true self and do what you're inclined to do


Don't be afraid to use your own style, do that shit
Have no fear in expressing your unique style. Just do it


Now everybody want heaven but nobody want death
Everyone desires success, but no one wants to endure the necessary hardships


Shit a lot you kids wouldn't even settle for injured
Many young individuals wouldn't even accept minor setbacks


So why you frontin' like you want drama see that shit ain't fly
So why are you pretending to desire conflict? It's not cool at all


You need to spend a couple nights with a drama queen
You should experience the presence of someone excessively dramatic


And did you ever seen a crack baby
Have you ever witnessed the tragic sight of a child born addicted to crack cocaine?


How bout a 30-year-old woman strung out into a little old lady
What about a woman in her thirties, addicted and deteriorating into an elderly state?


You see some of these folks that gotta live in these streets today
You observe the individuals who are forced to endure life on the harsh streets


Either shot up, smoked, or sniffed their life away
They've wasted their lives through drug abuse, whether injecting, smoking, or snorting


Yeah, you wanna talk about your triple beam dream
You want to discuss your ambitions of wealth through drug trafficking


It's ironic 'cause you pass eight-grade maths
It's ironic since you have basic math skills from completing eighth grade


You don't know the half, third, fourth or fifth
You are completely unaware of a significant portion of the truth


Ain't old enough to drive talking about you pushing a six
You're not even old enough to legally drive, yet you claim to own a high-end luxury car


And frontin' like you gotta watch for the narks
And pretending that you have to be cautious of law enforcement


You gotta watch for your momma and on your ass saying, 'Oh my God'
You should be wary of your own mother questioning your behavior


You gotta watch for your birthday and wrote a half a album
You have to keep an eye out for your own birthday while boasting about writing only half an album


Worth of rhymes like you little wheeze, little nigga please
Worthless rhymes, just like you, little kid. Spare me


Watch these, watch those fly by night MCs
Observe all the fleeting and insincere MCs


Biting Jay-Z's flow, go with the breeze
Imitating Jay-Z's style but ultimately being irrelevant


I beseech you get your own flow so when you blow up
I implore you to develop your own unique style, so when you become successful


You won't make the real heads wanna throw up
You won't make the true hip-hop enthusiasts nauseous


Yo, if it sound like we talking to you
Hey, if it seems like our words are directed at you


I really think you want to do that shit, c'mon do that shit
I truly believe that you want to engage in that activity. Come on, just do it


And if you know on what we saying is true
And if you acknowledge the truth in our words


You better act like you knew that shit, c'mon do that shit
Then you should behave as if you already knew that and go ahead and do it


Put some action on paper now, do that shit
Take your ideas and put them into action


Go ahead and be yourself child, do that shit
Be unapologetically yourself and pursue what you feel inclined to do


Don't be afraid to use your own style, do that shit
Have confidence in utilizing your unique style. Just do it


C'mon do that shit, c'mon do that shit
Come on, go ahead and engage in that activity


C'mon
Come on




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