Please Let Me In
J. J. Barnes Lyrics


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I'll take the lead Everybody follow me
Self made king, yes I made the beat
Go ahead now, get up on your feet
I understand this ain't what you wanna hear
I spit anyway don't got no fear
So you gone know me by the time I'm out of here
I want finer things and won't settle for less
Hoes thinking there's an S on my chest
Told the world I was doing big things
Made a list of all the shit I overcame
To make sure I don't go back to my ways
I remember writing rhymes on my lunch break
Clocking out going home smoke some more dank
get the K-9 letting out Rampage
Kill them all feed them to the dogs
Might fall can't afford for to fold
Look at me now I'm doing shows
1 ,2 ,left ,right combo
Fuck your feelings I will never tip toe
I'm a goblin Willem Defao
Peter Parker where'd the fuck he go
Young boy ain't never coming home
Thru the game I obtained dedication
Life's tough that's my motivation
She threw it back like a post on Thursday
Got damn girl I can tell you're thirsty
But I just wonder where you at if you in to me
It's all the same I just do this shit way differently
Back, back it up before you try to step to me
I wanna make it in the game don't belittle me
I don't give a fuck you do not believe in me
It ain't hard to see I'm pointing out my enemies
But I don't focus on the negative I'm living free
Got to come in with a bang like a C4
Everybody always talking better do more
Yall don't really do enough coming up short
I remember living back there in Norwalk
Life wasn't so bad in the back room
Then again I was kid what do I know
With my brothers playing catch on 163rd
Got my cousin with us too call him Chente
Yeah we do what we do fuck what you say
I did everything I could to carry my weight
Drawing up new plays call me McVay
Yeah Kicking shit down call me Liu Kang
Come alive in the knight like Bruce Wayne




No no I don't bang semi auto
Yea I came and I conquered I'm out though

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to J.J. Barnes' song "Please Let Me In" depict a story of personal success and resilience. The artist asserts himself as a self-made leader, emphasizing his ability to create his own path and take control of his own destiny. He acknowledges that his message may not be what listeners want to hear, but he fearlessly shares his thoughts and experiences anyway, determined to make a name for himself.


The lyrics also touch on the artist's ambition and his refusal to settle for anything less than the best. He mentions wanting finer things and not being satisfied with mediocrity. He proudly declares his accomplishments and the obstacles he has overcome, using them as a driving force to ensure he never returns to his previous ways. The reference to writing rhymes on a lunch break and going home to smoke marijuana indicates his dedication to his craft and his escape from the daily grind.


The artist also expresses a sense of detachment from society, stating he doesn't care about others' opinions or beliefs in him. Rather than dwelling on negativity, he focuses on living freely and embracing his enemies as motivation to succeed. The lyrics are filled with references to popular culture, such as the mention of Willem Defoe's role as the Green Goblin in Spider-Man and a comparison to Bruce Wayne, the alter ego of Batman.


Overall, "Please Let Me In" showcases J.J. Barnes' determination, resilient spirit, and refusal to conform to societal expectations.


Line by Line Meaning

I'll take the lead Everybody follow me
I will lead the way and everyone should follow my example.


Self made king, yes I made the beat
I have achieved success through my own efforts and talent.


Go ahead now, get up on your feet
Take action and rise to the challenge.


I understand this ain't what you wanna hear
I know that this is not the message you desire.


I spit anyway don't got no fear
I continue to express myself boldly without fear.


So you gone know me by the time I'm out of here
By the time I leave, you will have a deep understanding of who I am.


I want finer things and won't settle for less
I aspire for the best things in life and refuse to accept anything subpar.


Hoes thinking there's an S on my chest
Women believe I possess extraordinary qualities or powers.


Told the world I was doing big things
I announced to the world that I am accomplishing great feats.


Made a list of all the shit I overcame
I documented all the obstacles and challenges I successfully conquered.


To make sure I don't go back to my ways
I did this to ensure I do not revert to my previous behaviors or habits.


I remember writing rhymes on my lunch break
I recall the times when I would write lyrics during my lunch break.


Clocking out going home smoke some more dank
After finishing work, I would go home and smoke marijuana.


get the K-9 letting out Rampage
Releasing my aggressive side, like an unleashed dog on a rampage.


Kill them all feed them to the dogs
Overcoming and defeating all obstacles or enemies.


Might fall can't afford for to fold
There is a possibility of failure, but I cannot allow myself to give up.


Look at me now I'm doing shows
Observe how I have progressed, now performing in live events.


1, 2, left, right combo
I am skilled in boxing, executing precise combinations of punches.


Fuck your feelings I will never tip toe
I disregard your emotions and will never tiptoe around the truth.


I'm a goblin Willem Defao
I am a peculiar and unconventional person, like the actor Willem Dafoe.


Peter Parker where'd the fuck he go
Referring to the fictional character Peter Parker (Spider-Man) and questioning his whereabouts.


Young boy ain't never coming home
A young individual will never return to their previous lifestyle.


Thru the game I obtained dedication
I have developed commitment and determination through my experiences in the music industry.


Life's tough that's my motivation
The adversity and challenges in life drive me to excel and succeed.


She threw it back like a post on Thursday
A woman engaged in sexual activity in a passionate or intense manner.


Got damn girl I can tell you're thirsty
My goodness, girl, I can see that you are eager or desperate.


But I just wonder where you at if you into me
I am curious about your true intentions or feelings if you are attracted to me.


It's all the same I just do this shit way differently
Although we may be engaged in similar activities, my approach stands out and differs from others.


Back, back it up before you try to step to me
Retreat or reconsider before attempting to challenge or confront me.


I wanna make it in the game don't belittle me
I desire success in the music industry and refuse to be underestimated or diminished.


I don't give a fuck you do not believe in me
I am indifferent to your lack of belief or faith in my abilities.


It ain't hard to see I'm pointing out my enemies
It is evident that I am identifying and calling out those who oppose or hinder me.


But I don't focus on the negative I'm living free
Despite the presence of negativity, I choose to live my life without constraints or limitations.


Got to come in with a bang like a C4
I must make a powerful and impactful entrance, comparable to the explosive power of C4.


Everybody always talking better do more
People frequently express the need for greater actions and accomplishments.


Yall don't really do enough coming up short
You all do not put in sufficient effort and consistently fall short of expectations.


I remember living back there in Norwalk
I reminisce about my past life in the city of Norwalk.


Life wasn't so bad in the back room
Living conditions in the shared space or less prominent areas were tolerable or decent.


Then again I was kid what do I know
Considering my youthful naivety, my perspective may not hold much value or insight.


With my brothers playing catch on 163rd
I used to engage in a game of catch with my siblings on the 163rd street.


Got my cousin with us too call him Chente
My cousin is also present, and we affectionately refer to him as Chente.


Yeah we do what we do fuck what you say
We engage in our activities regardless of your opinions or criticisms.


I did everything I could to carry my weight
I exerted maximum effort to fulfill my responsibilities and contribute my fair share.


Drawing up new plays call me McVay
Like the coach Sean McVay, I am devising innovative strategies or plans.


Yeah Kicking shit down call me Liu Kang
Similar to the fighting game character Liu Kang, I confidently demolish obstacles or challenges.


Come alive in the knight like Bruce Wayne
I awaken and thrive in the darkness, resembling the superhero Bruce Wayne (Batman).


No no I don't bang semi auto
I do not engage in gang-related activities with guns.


Yea I came and I conquered I'm out though
Indeed, I arrived, accomplished my goals, and now I am ready to leave.




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Written by: Matthew Loredo

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@oliverbennett7264

JJ Barnes is immense. He should be far better known

@chrisrhythm

It was on a trip to Miami in 1968, Ian Levine recalls that he made a discovery that was to change his whole outlook of soul music. He took the single back to his Hotel thinking he was going to get a Memphis-style non! Motown-sounding soul record of no great significance. When he dropped the needle on to the disc on his battery-operated portable record player, his heart skipped a beat. โœŠ (Ian was use to bring his plastic player always with him) โ€œThat was the moment, I didnโ€™t expect it to have THE Marvin Gaye type sound that I would love. I heard JJโ€™s voice and I just melted. I must have played it fifty times in a row. From then on, I started collecting records for realโ€ โœŠโœŠโœŠkeep the faith! Source: David Nowell ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง โ€œthe story of northern soulโ€ chapter 4: Turn the beat around

@thesoultwins72

Mr Loriz.......Great story and one that resonates very deeply with me. It was virtually the exact same 'epiphany' that my brother and I also experienced back in the late '60s. Up until then we had been collecting Soul music on labels like Motown, Atlantic, Polydor, Stax etc. It was great music but it was essentially Black pop - and everyone was listening to it.
Then suddenly, our musical tastes veered off in a whole new direction thanks to our best [school] friend's elder brother. You see, he was an erstwhile Mod and had a record collection to die for. Every afternoon after school my brother and I would excitedly go to our best mate's house and listen to all these incredible sounds that we had never heard or seen before.
They were mostly American imports on exotic sounding record labels like Giant, Money, Sound Stage 7, Lizard, St Lawrence, Loma and Okeh. But there was one label that our mate's brother seemed to have quite a few records on - Ric-Tic. And of all the records on this pillar-box red label, one stood out above all others - JJ Barnes' 'Please Let Me In'.
As luck would have it, our mate's brother was getting married and he needed money to put down a deposit on a house. So he reluctantly decided to sell his record collection - and as he knew we absolutely cherished all these wonderful records he had, he let us buy them all.
It was the beginning of a journey that has never really ended and to this very day there is nothing that comes close to it. Some people call it Northern Soul - and that's ok. We only knew it as 'Uptempo' or 'Rare' Soul back then.
Over the years, we have managed to buy some of the best and rarest of records - and many of the 'biggest' sounds on the scene. But this one sublime record is what really started it all for us too.

@briangarrity492

Thought it was over after the CASINO /TORCH .but now at 68 still loving it ..but no back drops .

@michaelstocks4231

Every time I hear the start of this great song, I get the tingling down the spine, foot tapping, and I'm back in the day - brilliant

@michaelsinski8997

AbsoultyโœŠโœŠโœŠโœŠ

@jerrylott4465

This tune can still reduce me to tears......nostalgic happiness and sadness of a time forever gone ๐Ÿ˜ข

@robertedwards3743

Never gone if you let it. Keep the faith

@leeroberts8114

Will always be remembered and felt through the records we still play today, Quality tunes will never go away...KTF.

@mickbrown8249

Still have Copy UK issue Motown label 70' Soul boy later a man ktf

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