On 10 Februari 2009 J.Period presents... The [Abstract] Best was released, a mixtape wich highlights the career of Hip-Hop legend Q-Tip. It is available as a free download. Within 2 weeks after its release more than 80,000 people did download it.
Free tracks can be downloaded at his offical website, www.jperiod.com.
Excursions
J.PERIOD Lyrics
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On the way to the gate
Queue up the rendezvous
Point it out on the way
To where I see a mishpacha-to-be
In my plain sight
No doubt, I'm gonna join 'em up on this flight
Where you from
You know the, 'what I am about's'
I'm Riddlin' J
My socks are dope
And I'ma go all out
Of my way... not really
But I come off as if
Them fly like lines I spit out
Would sound
Just as if I practice them
In a shadow looking for my light shining
No need to render up an early
'What's your reason this time?" and
I don't have excuses
I have 'what had happened was...'
Then follow through with
"They all knew about it"
Faces etched into the pine
Embroidered on the stitch
I'm randomly selected
Faces etched into the pine
Embroidered on the stitch
I'm randomly selected
Glasses on the, on the mug
A fresh cut
Yellow bandana, blue button down
Deuces pointed up
Straight living my life and
Not giving a fuck
Faces etched into the pine embroidered by the stitch I'm randomly selected
Glasses on the, on the mug
A fresh cut
Yellow bandana, blue button down
Deuces pointed up
Straight living my life and
Not giving a fuck
FUCK! FUCK! FUCK!
The song “Excursions” produced by J. Period and featuring De La Soul is a rap song that explores the experiences and observations of the singer as he goes through the different stages of an airplane trip. The song starts with the singer approaching the airport gate and describing the people he sees along the way, specifically mentioning a mishpacha (Yiddish for “family”) he plans on joining on the same flight. As he interacts with people, he introduces himself as Riddlin’ J, and describes his outfit and mannerisms in a somewhat boastful tone. He then talks about his past mistakes, which he frames as “what had happened was,” and suggests that others were aware of what he did. The song ends with a repeated verse where he describes his appearance and attitude, emphasizing that he is focused on living his life without caring about what others think.
The lyrics of “Excursions” highlight the themes of identity and self-expression, as the singer tries to assert his independence and individuality while navigating through the constraints and routines of air travel. The song is also notable for its nuanced references to Jewish culture, such as the use of Yiddish and the mention of “faces etched into the pine,” which alludes to the Holocaust Memorial at Auschwitz. The use of these cultural signifiers adds a layer of complexity and depth to the lyrics, making the song both a personal statement and a broader commentary on social and historical issues.
Line by Line Meaning
Boom! Check it out
Listen up and pay attention to what I'm about to say
On the way to the gate
In transit to the flight
Queue up the rendezvous
Prepare to meet up with someone
Point it out on the way
To show the way to the destination
To where I see a mishpacha-to-be
To where I see a potential group of people to join
In my plain sight
Obvious and easily noticeable
No doubt, I'm gonna join 'em up on this flight
I'm certain I'll become part of the group on this flight
Yeah, now talk about it
Let's discuss and share ideas
Where you from
What place or culture are you from?
You know the, 'what I am about's'
You know what I stand for
I'm Riddlin' J
I'm a skilled rapper named Riddlin' J
My socks are dope
My socks are fashionable and cool
And I'ma go all out
I'll give it my all
Of my way... not really
I'm not going out of my way, but it may seem that way
But I come off as if
I have the appearance of
Them fly like lines I spit out
My lines are impressive and well-delivered
Would sound
Would resonate or come across
Just as if I practice them
As if I've rehearsed or prepared them a lot
In a shadow looking for my light shining
I'm trying to find my way despite the obstacles in the way
No need to render up an early
No reason to give an excuse or explanation preemptively
'What's your reason this time?' and
The question 'What's your reason this time?' doesn't apply
I don't have excuses
I don't need to justify my actions
I have 'what had happened was...'
I have an explanation for what occurred
Then follow through with
Continue on with the narrative
'They all knew about it'
Others were already aware of the situation
Faces etched into the pine
Faces carved into the wood
Embroidered on the stitch
Sewn into the fabric
I'm randomly selected
I was chosen without any intention or reasoning
Glasses on the, on the mug
Glasses on the face
A fresh cut
A new hairstyle
Yellow bandana, blue button down
Wearing a yellow bandana with a blue button-down shirt
Deuces pointed up
Holding up two fingers
Straight living my life and
Living my life honestly and authentically
Not giving a fuck
Not caring what others think
FUCK! FUCK! FUCK!
Expressing frustration or anger
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Jordan Stargot
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