"I made these recordings at the time with a very limited and primitive set of equipment: a reel to reel tape recorder with a ping pong facility, a standard mic and a few instruments which my friends kindly borrowed me. Nearly everything was pure improvisation, even the lyrics. The reason I made them was simply to get them safe, to remember them later. They were made out of joy of just creating, even though the skill was limited..Young Mans Dreams! Time forgot these tapes, til after 30 years i found them again and thought why not..." - J.K.S.
Introduction
J.K.S Lyrics
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9-5 Job man I can't be no slave
Before I go broke man I will meet my maker
Been thinking bout crashing just call me unstable
I'm steadily working no time for no cable
I'm chasing this paper
Manual labor
She wanted dessert so I gave her a facial
Boom boom boom boom
Shoulda signed the waiver
Now ya face on the pavement
Blood was yo payment blood I been craving
Not entertainment being real blatant
With all of this pain I'm tryna contain it
Where is my heart cuz my chest has been vacant
Heavily father I need a replacement
Blame it on Satan
Life is a gift man this shit ain't no game
Streets ain't for everybody stay in yo lane
He got caught swerving they blew out his brain
Thought you was cool but you just a free stain
Don't get caught lacking stop drinking that drank
Bullets ain't slow boy you dead if you blink
Young niggas killing don't care bout yo rank
You got a lil glock
You not as bold as you think
Finger on the trigger
But you know that you can't
Never hesitate cuz ya ass will get spanked
If you get hit
Control all your breathing
Don't you dare faint
Say a lil prayer for the killers and all the real niggas who tryna get richer
Wash all my sins away with this brown liquor
Either I'm getting realer or the world getting faker
9-5 Job man I can't be no slave
Before I go broke man I will meet my maker
Been thinking bout crashing just call me unstable
I'm steadily working no time for no cable
I'm chasing this paper
Manual labor
She wanted dessert so I gave her a facial
If you wanna play games boy this glock gotta laser
Boom boom boom boom
Shoulda signed the waiver
Now ya face on the pavement
Blood was yo payment blood I been craving
Not entertainment being real blatant
With all of this pain I'm tryna contain it
Where is my heart cuz my chest has been vacant
Heavily father I need a replacement
Blame it on Satan
The song "Introduction" by J.K.S is an introspective look at his personal journey and reflections on the world around him. The lyrics reflect his refusal to be a slave to the traditional 9-5 job and his pursuit of financial independence through hard work and manual labor. J.K.S acknowledges the dangers of the streets and the consequences of reckless behavior, but also expresses a craving for the rush and adrenaline that comes with living on the edge. The verse "Either I'm getting realer or the world getting faker" suggests that the modern world may be disconnected from genuine human experiences and values.
J.K.S contrasts the temporary satisfaction of indulging in vices like drinking and casual sex with the ultimate emptiness that follows. He questions the human heart's capacity for love and connection when he says "Where is my heart cuz my chest has been vacant" and expresses a yearning for spiritual fulfillment by calling on a "Heavily father" for a replacement. The song carries a sense of urgency and immediacy, underscored by the repeated refrain of "Before I go broke man I will meet my maker" which reflects his dedication to staying afloat financially while navigating the dangerous realities of the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Either I'm getting realer or the world getting faker
I'm becoming more authentic, but the world around me is becoming less genuine
9-5 Job man I can't be no slave
I refuse to be trapped in a monotonous job that controls my life
Before I go broke man I will meet my maker
I would rather die than struggle financially
Been thinking bout crashing just call me unstable
I've considered making reckless decisions and am feeling emotionally unstable
I'm steadily working no time for no cable
I'm working hard and focusing on my goals, with no time for distractions like watching TV
I'm chasing this paper
I'm working hard to earn money and better my situation
Manual labor
I'm willing to work hard physically to achieve my goals
She wanted dessert so I gave her a facial
I satisfied her desire for something sweet by giving her an orgasm
If you wanna play games boy this glock gotta laser
If you're looking for trouble, be prepared to face the consequences
Boom boom boom boom
The sound of gunfire
Shoulda signed the waiver
You should have been prepared for the risks you took
Now ya face on the pavement
You've suffered the consequences of your actions and are now injured on the ground
Blood was yo payment blood I been craving
I wanted vengeance and seeing you bleed is satisfying to me
Not entertainment being real blatant
I'm not doing this for fun, I'm being honest and upfront about my intentions
With all of this pain I'm tryna contain it
I'm struggling internally with my emotional pain and trying to keep it under control
Where is my heart cuz my chest has been vacant
I feel empty and hollow inside, like there's no emotion in my heart
Heavily father I need a replacement
I'm asking for divine intervention to help me overcome my pain and emptiness
Blame it on Satan
I'm attributing my negative actions and thoughts to Satan instead of taking responsibility for them myself
Life is a gift man this shit ain't no game
Life is precious and should be treated seriously, not taken for granted
Streets ain't for everybody stay in yo lane
The dangerous streets are not meant for everyone, so stick to what you're good at
He got caught swerving they blew out his brain
He made a mistake and was punished with a fatal injury
Thought you was cool but you just a free stain
You thought you were tough and invincible, but you were easily defeated and now have no value
Don't get caught lacking stop drinking that drank
Don't be caught unprepared and vulnerable, and stop drinking alcohol excessively
Bullets ain't slow boy you dead if you blink
Bullets travel very quickly, so if you're not paying attention you could be fatally shot
Young niggas killing don't care bout yo rank
Young people are killing without regard for social status or authority
You got a lil glock
You have a small firearm
You not as bold as you think
Even though you have a gun, you're not as brave or powerful as you believe
Finger on the trigger
You're ready to fire your weapon
But you know that you can't
You're aware that you can't use your gun in every situation and may face consequences if you do
Never hesitate cuz ya ass will get spanked
Don't be indecisive or you'll suffer the consequences
If you get hit
If someone attacks you
Control all your breathing
Stay calm and focused in a high-pressure situation
Don't you dare faint
Don't lose consciousness and become vulnerable
Say a lil prayer for the killers and all the real niggas who tryna get richer
Pray for those who engage in violent behavior and those who are working hard to improve their financial situation
Wash all my sins away with this brown liquor
I'm trying to find temporary relief from the guilt and shame of my past actions by drinking alcohol
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Written by: ADAM GRIMES, JERRODE LAWSON, MIKEY GIAMPAPA
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