JME has released 4 mixtapes, entitled Boy Better Know, subtitled (Edition 1) - Shh Hut Yuh Muh, (Edition 2) - Poomplex, (Edition 3) - Derkhead and (Edition 4) - Tropical (Instrumental). He has also released various tracks and EPs on vinyl, such as "Serious" and "Wasteman EP". JME's debut studio album "Famous?" was released on 14th July 2008, featuring 16 tracks and collaborations with artists such as Wiley, Skepta, and Tempa T. His second studio album "Blam!" was released on 4th October 2010, from which three singles have already been released; "Over Me", "Sidetracked" featuring Wiley, and "CD Is Dead" featuring Tempa T. JME maintains a personal Twitter account at http://twitter.com/jmebbk.
"JME is the best grime MC in the UK"
Serious
JME Lyrics
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A simple music lesson, think about it
(Serious)
Everybody thinks to MC tough
Your lyrics must be about negative stuff
Go raving, no one's skanking
Turn 'round I bet you someone's shanking
We know about scraping the bottom of the butter
Don't mean we have to be sinners
Major labels don't want killers
Think
Who's gonna sign a guy with a shank?
Or a guy with a nine mil'?
All you're gonna get is a three figure deal
You'll MC at a rave and get a bill
But that bill ain't gonna last
It will go fast
And it might be the last shubs for a while
So you won't have no dough for a while
(Serious)
To the beat
Just bop your head to the beat
If you don't wanna dance to the beat
Just bop your head to the beat
If you don't wanna dance or lean back
Then bop your head to the beat
If you don't wanna dance to beat
Just bop your head to the beat
You're not (serious)
Don't say (serious)
'Cause I say (serious)
You wanna get (serious)
Let's get (serious)
You can't act (serious)
So don't say (serious)
About (serious)
You're not (serious)
Don't say (serious)
'Cause I say (serious)
You wanna get (serious)
Let's get (serious)
You can't act (serious)
So don't say (serious)
Everybody says that garage should top
'Cause it's cheap like Calypso or Tip-Top
MC's turn UK hip-hop
Scared their debut album will flop
I'm floggin' food like a chip-shop
So I'll fall back on that if this flops
Plus I go uni' so if shit pops, off with the cops
Trust me, I've got it locked
How comes every single MC is vexed?
It's like the whole point of MC-ing nowadays is to get a reload on the decks
Man will go to radio on Thursday
Even though it's his birthday
He'll spit lyrics like it's the worst day in his life
It's not serious
(Serious)
To the beat
Just bop your head to the beat
If you don't wanna dance to the beat
Then bop your head to the beat
If you don't wanna dance or do the bogle
Just bop your head to the beat
If you don't wanna dance to beat
Just bop your head to the beat
You're not (serious)
Don't say (serious)
'Cause I say (serious)
You wanna get (serious)
Let's get (serious)
You can't act (serious)
So don't say (serious)
About (serious)
You're not (serious)
Don't say (serious)
'Cause I say (serious)
You wanna get (serious)
Let's get (serious)
You can't act (serious)
So don't say (serious)
Everybody knows you're some goody-goody
That screwface and that Rocawear hoodie just ain't workin'
Sorry bredrin, I'm Buzz Lightyear and you come like Woody
Look at my man biggin' up his chest
Looks like he's trynao grow some breast
Stop that, before you get an arch back
I don't know who my man's tryna impress
Everybody know's that I shot Os
And I make P, shot Q's like Kano
Under my tongue is were they go
Shottin' since Wiley had cane rows
To make dough you need sense
I still don't throw away five pence
One cat thought I was dense
Owed me a lump some and he tried jump some fence
(Serious)
To the beat
Just bop your head to the beat
If you don't wanna dance to the beat
Then bop your head to the beat
If you don't wanna dance or signal the plane
Just bop your head to the beat
If you don't wanna dance to beat
Just bop your head to the beat
You're not (serious)
Don't say (serious)
'Cause I say (serious)
You wanna get (serious)
Let's get (serious)
You can't act (serious)
So don't say (serious)
About (serious)
You're not (serious)
Don't say (serious)
'Cause I say (serious)
You wanna get (serious)
Let's get (serious)
You can't act (serious)
So don't say (serious)
Serious
I hope everybody takes something away with them from this lesson today
See you tomorrow
The song "Serious" by JME delivers an important message about the dangerous consequences of being perceived as a violent or negative MC, especially for those aspiring to make it in the music industry. Throughout the song, JME stresses the importance of being taken seriously as an artist and cautions against being too focused on violent lyrics or behavior. He highlights that even if an artist comes from difficult circumstances, that doesn't mean they have to resort to a life of crime or promote it in their music.
JME emphasizes that major labels don't want to sign artists who are associated with violence or crime, as it could harm their reputation and image. He also criticizes the trend of MCs feeling the need to showcase their toughness, insisting that it's not necessary and only holds them back as artists. JME cites his own example of being a student and having a backup plan, indicating that it's possible to be successful without resorting to negative themes, but also notes that making money in the music industry requires business sense and a level of professionalism as well.
Overall, "Serious" is a thoughtful and inspiring call to arms for aspiring artists to take seriously the opportunities that come their way and to conduct themselves with utmost professionalism, both on and off the stage.
Line by Line Meaning
A simple music lesson, think about it
Let's ponder upon some valuable lessons about music
Everybody thinks to MC tough
People's perception of MCing is that it requires toughness
Your lyrics must be about negative stuff
The general belief is that negative lyrics are more impactful
Go raving, no one's skanking
People are not dancing energetically at raves as expected
Turn 'round I bet you someone's shanking
Violence, such as stabbing, is always a possibility in certain situations
Jus 'cause we come from the gutter
Just because we come from a low-income neighborhood
We know about scraping the bottom of the butter
We understand how to make the most of our limited resources
Don't mean we have to be sinners
Our upbringing does not dictate our willingness to indulge in sinful activities
Major labels don't want killers
Major labels do not want to associate with violent criminals
Think
Let's consider the implications of our actions or words
Who's gonna sign a guy with a shank?
No reputable record label will sign an artist who carries a weapon
Or a guy with a nine mil'?
Nor will they sign an artist who possesses a gun
All you're gonna get is a three figure deal
You will only get a small deal with a minor record label
You'll MC at a rave and get a bill
You will only get paid a small fee to perform at a rave
But that bill ain't gonna last
The fee received will not last long
It will go fast
It will be spent quickly
And it might be the last shubs for a while
This could be their last gig or party for some time
So you won't have no dough for a while
One will be broke for a while
To the beat
Let's move or groove to the rhythm
Just bop your head to the beat
Simply nod your head to the music
If you don't wanna dance to the beat
If you do not feel like dancing
Just bop your head to the beat
Just nod your head to the music
If you don't wanna dance or lean back
If you do not feel like dancing or leaning back
Then bop your head to the beat
Just nod your head to the music
You're not (serious)
You are not genuine or authentic
Don't say (serious)
Do not pretend to be serious
'Cause I say (serious)
I decide who or what is actually serious
You wanna get (serious)
If you truly want to be taken seriously
Let's get (serious)
We must act in a more genuine manner
You can't act (serious)
You cannot pretend to be genuine
So don't say (serious)
Thus, do not claim to be serious
Everybody says that garage should top
Many people believe that garage music should dominate the scene
'Cause it's cheap like Calypso or Tip-Top
Garage music is considered to be affordable like other cheap products
MC's turn UK hip-hop
MCs have shifted from UK hip-hop to garage
Scared their debut album will flop
MCs fear that their first album will not succeed
I'm floggin' food like a chip-shop
I am selling goods like a fish and chips shop
So I'll fall back on that if this flops
If this does not work out, I'll go back to selling food
Plus I go uni' so if shit pops, off with the cops
I am currently studying and plan to pursue other career options if things do not work out, and if trouble arises then one can simply report it to the authorities
Trust me, I've got it locked
I have everything under control
How comes every single MC is vexed?
Why is every MC frustrated or angry?
It's like the whole point of MC-ing nowadays is to get a reload on the decks
MCs today are more focused on getting the audience to react than on delivering a message
Man will go to radio on Thursday
People will go to the radio on Thursdays to perform
Even though it's his birthday
Despite it being his birthday
He'll spit lyrics like it's the worst day in his life
MCs spit lyrics as if they are going through the worst day of their lives
It's not serious
It is not genuine or authentic
Everybody knows you're some goody-goody
Everyone knows you are too righteous or moralistic
That screwface and that Rocawear hoodie just ain't workin'
Your facial expression and brand of clothing are not fitting in with the scene
Sorry bredrin, I'm Buzz Lightyear and you come like Woody
Sorry friend, I am more outgoing and adventurous like Buzz Lightyear, while you are more timid and fearful like Woody
Look at my man biggin' up his chest
Look at this person trying to act tough
Looks like he's trynao grow some breast
He seems to be growing breasts instead of muscles
Stop that, before you get an arch back
Cease that behavior, or you will develop a curved spine
I don't know who my man's tryna impress
I am unsure who this person is trying to impress
Everybody know's that I shot Os
Everyone knows that I am responsible for some crimes
And I make P, shot Q's like Kano
I make money by selling drugs and weapons
Under my tongue is were they go
I store these items under my tongue to evade authorities
Shottin' since Wiley had cane rows
I have been selling drugs since Wiley had cornrow hair
To make dough you need sense
To earn money, one must be smart
I still don't throw away five pence
I save even the smallest amount of money
One cat thought I was dense
One person believed I was unintelligent
Owed me a lump some and he tried jump some fence
Someone owed me a large amount of money and tried to run away from paying it back
Serious
This is a serious matter
I hope everybody takes something away with them from this lesson today
I hope this lesson was informative and impactful, and everyone learned something valuable
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Written by: Jamie Adenuga
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