For an individual who’s life work has precious little to do with gaining critical acclaim as a hip hop producer, it’s been a controversial professional result for J-Wess, who has found his work several degrees closer to the ARIA Charts than anticipated. A leap far further down the line from his debut album package that spawned two Top 20 ARIA singles, a Top 10 national chart topper with gold sales status, and several national promo tours between 2003 - 2009 with multi-platinum chart acts including Missy Elliot and Flo Rida. Innovation will always be at the forefront of the J-Wess business plan.
A bi-annual anniversary of his ‘Rendition Entertainment’ enterprise which has seen a clever outsource of time and energy between Australia, LA and UK, J-Wess is brazenly unafraid to reinvent himself. Even more poignant, is his imperious content to be himself.
“Growing up in California was my music education. It exposed me to the greatest example of music as a ‘culture’. It wasn’t just about buying the records, LA created a particular style, the fashion, the dancing. I see it all integrated into every music video in today’s pop charts. As a kid I was watching it on Yo MTV Raps!, so it’s unlikely that you’ll see it in my own video’s, I’d rather get busy and work on the next defining thing”.
Peruse the personal development section of any good book shop, and you’re spoilt for choice with abundant doctrine to inspire life changing power moves. It appears the mantra hasn’t’ changed for this individual who can still ‘made good’ of turning his passions into livelihood.
“If people are serious about their craft, they expect nothing less than for it to be treated like business (first), then an art. I first noticed it as a competing athlete, the commitment needed to sustain, not just to perform but to make sure you’re signing the right contracts, and inviting the right opportunities, you can get caught up just making sure your game it tight. The music business is no different. Since developing Rendition Entertainment, I’ve made it a mission to guide developing artists to fulfill their creative side without neglecting the business. When I was a kid in LA, Dr Dre wore a face full of make up and played the keyboard in a band. There’s something which transcends ‘World Class Wrecking Crew’ to sell your own brand of headphones to every kid on the planet”.
With music entertainment being chronically spasmodic than at any point in history, the ravages of technology, affordability and social media shifting the power towards artists to make more decisions than ever to make a meaningful impact in the market. J-Wess and all things ‘Rendition’ seems generously timely, with an ultimate transparency to any individual whose mission statement is to succeed with their talents.
“I’ve been able to put a bigger stamp on my work with Rendition Entertainment, because it’s not just about making good music anymore, it’s about the relentless possibilities of marketing and widening your peripheral vision to find the strengths and personal characteristics of your project or act. I love figuring out how to and use this information to target core fans with something they will love”.
The tools which are fundamental to the Rendition formula, has allowed this young philosopher to succeed in two of the most difficult vocations in which to aspire, Sport and Entertainment. Not something that be changed or taken away, however much critics may wish to pasteurize the achievements of this diverse artist. JWess has survived life and the business, and is using his guerilla tactics to ensure his project brief continues to remain open.
“For an artist or individual tying make it in this game, it can be overwhelming. You can understand why some just say fuck it! and take the easy way out, give up on their goals and dreams and just ‘exist’. The fear of just existing, giving up on my dreams and settling is hell on earth to me. Shoot! I flip just looking at the words”.
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Let Me In
J-Wess Lyrics
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맘에도 없는 말을 뱉었어
그게 더 나을 것만 같아서 yeah
어차피 우린 다 끝난 거잖아
괜히 더 미련 남을 말들로
복잡해지고 싶지 않아서 그랬어
사랑하지 않는 것 같아
의미 없는 그 이유들을
묻지는 말아 줘
그냥 모두 다
싫증이 났어 그보다
행복하지가 않은 내가 보기 싫어서
난 이별을 말해야겠어
난 너보다
괜찮은 사람이 아냐
그래서 미안해
보내줬음 좋겠어 그만 너도 날 이젠 놓아줘
다른 사람이 있다 해도 괜찮아
차라리 그랬으면 좋겠어
네가 덜 아플 것만 같아서
아마도 난 네 말대로
후회하게 될지도 몰라
너를 위한 거짓말들을
믿지는 말아 줘
그냥 모두 다
싫증이 났어 그보다
행복하지가 않은 내가 보기 싫어서
난 이별을 말해야겠어
난 너보다
괜찮은 사람이 아냐
그래서 미안해
보내줬음 좋겠어 그만 너도 날 이젠 놓아줘
내가 다 미안해 인사는 안 할래
이젠 웃기로 해
Uh 내가 다 미안해 더 이상의 말은 않을래
잘 지내기를 바랄게
네 손길조차
아무렇지 않은 나야
느껴지지 않아 차가운 마음속에
더는 머물지 말아 줘
꼭 나보다
더 좋은 사람을 만나
행복하길 바래
날 잊어도 괜찮아 그만 너도 우리를 놓아줘
In J-Wess's song "Let Me In," the lyrics depict a poignant narrative of a relationship that has come to an end. The singer expresses a sense of resignation and detachment as they acknowledge that it's okay for someone else to be with the person they once loved. By stating that they spoke words they didn't mean because they thought it would be better that way, the singer reflects a sense of internal conflict and confusion about their feelings.
The lyrics convey a strong sense of finality and closure as the singer recognizes that their relationship has ended, and they do not want to complicate things with lingering sentiments or regrets. There is a sense of self-awareness in the lines "아마도 난 이제 너를 사랑하지 않는 것 같아," implying a realization and acceptance that their feelings have changed.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's desire to move on and find happiness beyond the relationship. They express a sense of guilt and apology towards their former partner, acknowledging that they may not be the right person for them anymore. The repetition of "그냥 모두 다 싫증이 났어" reflects a feeling of dissatisfaction and disillusionment with the situation.
The song concludes with a message of letting go and wishing the best for each other. The singer expresses a desire for both themselves and their former partner to find someone better suited for them and to ultimately be happy, even if it means letting go of the memories and moving on. The lyrics encapsulate themes of acceptance, closure, and the bittersweet process of moving on from a past relationship.
Lyrics © CONSALAD CO., Ltd.
Written by: Solhee Lee, Sung Hoon Cho
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@shannonmcintyre-bird
Here in 2023! ❤️
@sandramissy88
Only millenialls know how much of a banger and vibe this was back then! Even now too. You little gen z dont know what good music is.
@shannonmcintyre-bird
Why isn’t this song on all streaming networks? Absolute fire to this day! 🔥❤️
@AnthonyZivkovic100
Exceptional. Found my CD of this tonight - so good!
@nickslade3978
He had the nerve to call himself Australian when he didn't even have the accent.
Still the song is fire 🔥
@foccha
Was dancing to this at a club two weeks ago and I think I was the only one who knew it. Didn’t care, still a banger!
@mrbillhilly343
I remember listening to this song on my Sanyo cassette walkman, powered by 2x AA batteries, while riding on Sydney's trains. Back when lots of the trains had no air conditioning.
@niokaflorence6999
Stil a banger in 2020
@tomm7232
You got it!
@0401412740
He should be getting royalties for this getting played on radio