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"
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JME Lyrics
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Fiends and fucking G's
This one's for the street
Team that's bussing tees
This one's for the deets, Ps
And cutting trees this one's for the street
Sweepers touching keys
Bro that 'fro, that's hedge, get a trim innit
On back roads, no feds, just wingin' it
Yo that flow, that's dead, get rid of it
Can't find you on the beats no more and
Can't see man on the streets no more and
Can't find you on no sold out tour
HTTP error 404 xbox, I don't play no more
PC master race, say no more
Killer Instinct, instinctive killer
When you see me with Jago sword
Rave sold out, need to be quicker
Bait so now tint's a bit dimmer
Hey slow down, speed's a big killer
Bass so loud, shake the wing mirror
Wasted Ps on expensive sheets, on my bed
'Cause I sleep, when I'm dead
My wife gets to enjoy them but
Me? I done said
That I sleep, when I'm de-, nah bun that
Literally cremate and send my
Ashes outer space
'Cause I'm out of place I said
This one's for the beat
Fiends and fucking G's
This one's for the street
Team that's bussing tees
This one's for the deets, Ps
And cutting trees this one's for the street
Sweepers touching keys
Top eight on MySpace, stop begging it
Not taking my place nah, forget it
Stop wasting time, yeah hotstepping
I'm not snaking my mates, I'm repping it
Boy Better Know
My fee went up 'cause I don't do shows
Making bucks, just jamming at home
Put my feet up and wiggle my toes (Safe)
Man are out here all
Thinking they're hot 'cause
They got couple views on the computer
Man are out here chatting like I'm not hot
Though 'cause I'm not a drug abuser
Man are out here aiming for the top
Like they're actually a born shooter
Man are out here gunning for my spot
With the accuracy of a Stormtrooper
Cameras flash me
Man's in the bus lane like a taxi
Durag and braids, yeah, that's me
I got the whole rave in the backseat
Badman with the shades, that's Maxi
When I walk on stage don't at me
Man's A-A-A like an ad lib
Man's A-A-A like a battery exactly, now
This one's for the beat
Fiends and fucking G's
This one's for the street
Team that's bussing tees
This one's for the deets, Ps
And cutting trees this one's for the street
Sweepers touching keys
In these lyrics, JME celebrates and pays homage to various aspects of his life and career.
In the first verse, he starts by acknowledging the importance of the beat in his music. This is the foundation of his songs and what draws listeners in. He then mentions "fiends" and "G's," referring to both fans who are addicted to his music like addicts and the G's, or gangsters, who relate to his message. JME dedicates this song to the streets - the gritty urban environment that shapes his music and influences his lyrics. He shouts out his team, who work hard to sell merchandise (bussing tees) and handle the business side of things. JME also mentions the "deets," which is short for details, possibly referring to the painstaking process of perfecting his music, and "cutting trees," which could metaphorically mean removing distractions or obstacles. Lastly, he references the street sweepers who clean up the mess or obstacles in the streets, paralleling how his music helps clear away troubles.
Moving on to the second verse, JME takes a moment to capture a metaphorical "Kodak moment" and reflects on his appearance, jokingly discussing his need for a haircut. He describes riding on "back roads" without any law enforcement presence, suggesting a carefree attitude. JME then critiques someone else's flow, saying it is dead and should be abandoned. He mentions that he can no longer find this person's beats or see them in the streets. They are not present in any sold-out tours and even on Xbox, they are not playing anymore (HTTP error 404). Instead, JME references playing on a PC, a nod to his preference for PC gaming and potentially asserting that he's moved on. He drops a reference to the video game Killer Instinct and the character Jago, who wields a sword. JME mentions how he motivates and adds energy to performances when he's with Jago. He concludes the verse with a sense of urgency, noting the need to be quicker in order to secure a sold-out rave spot.
The third verse begins with JME referencing expensive bedsheets on which he sleeps, suggesting a lavish lifestyle. He mentions that his wife gets to enjoy them while he is focused on his career (bun that). He then changes the narrative, expressing his desire to be cremated and for his ashes to be sent into outer space. This symbolizes his feeling of not fitting in and being out of place in society. The line "That I sleep, when I'm de-, nah bun that" carries a sense of defiance, rejecting the idea of death and embracing life to the fullest. JME wants to make the most of his time here, rather than waiting for death to come.
The final verse begins by referencing the early days of social media, specifically MySpace, where JME sarcastically mentions being in the top eight friends list. He dismisses those who try to replace him, emphasizing that he is not wasting time and is loyal to his friends and crew. JME proudly represents Boy Better Know, his collective and record label, and acknowledges that his fee has increased due to the demand for his music, which has allowed him to make money without constantly performing live shows. He is content jamming at home and enjoying his success. JME addresses those who underestimate him or think that success is solely based on a few views on the internet or drug use. He emphasizes that he is aiming for the top and won't be easily replaced. In the final lines, JME mentions cameras flashing, indicating his presence in the public eye. He compares himself to a bus in the bus lane, confidently navigating through life, and drives home the message that he has energy, like a fully charged battery (A-A-A).
Line by Line Meaning
This one's for the beat
This song is dedicated to the instrumental beat
Fiends and fucking G's
To the dedicated fans and hardcore gangsters
This one's for the street
This song represents the gritty realities of the urban streets
Team that's bussing tees
Acknowledging the crew that's working hard and selling merchandise
This one's for the deets, Ps
This song pays homage to the drug dealers and their transactions
And cutting trees this one's for the street
References the illegal activity of cutting and selling drugs on the streets
Sweepers touching keys
Street sweepers, a metaphor for criminals, engaging in illegal activities
Kodak moment, let's get a pic of it
A memorable moment worth capturing in a photo
Bro that 'fro, that's hedge, get a trim innit
Referring to someone with a large afro hairstyle who needs a haircut
On back roads, no feds, just wingin' it
Traveling on hidden routes away from law enforcement, acting spontaneously
Yo that flow, that's dead, get rid of it
Critiquing a weak rap style that needs improvement or should be abandoned
Can't find you on the beats no more and
Unable to locate the artist on the instrumental beats anymore
Can't see man on the streets no more and
Unable to spot the artist in the urban streets anymore
Can't find you on no sold out tour
Not witnessing the artist performing on any successful concert tours
HTTP error 404 xbox, I don't play no more
Not engaging in playing Xbox or any video games anymore
PC master race, say no more
Declaring allegiance to PC gaming over console gaming
Killer Instinct, instinctive killer
Referring to the video game 'Killer Instinct' and describing oneself as a natural killer
When you see me with Jago sword
Describing a visual of the artist holding a sword associated with the game character 'Jago'
Rave sold out, need to be quicker
Acknowledging the successful and crowded rave event, emphasizing the need for faster actions
Bait so now tint's a bit dimmer
Due to increased attention, it's necessary to lower the visibility to avoid detection
Hey slow down, speed's a big killer
Cautioning against excessive speed as it can lead to fatal accidents
Bass so loud, shake the wing mirror
The powerful bass from the music causes vibrations that shake the side mirror of a vehicle
Wasted Ps on expensive sheets, on my bed
Spending money generously on luxurious bed sheets while being comfortable and carefree
'Cause I sleep, when I'm dead
Because the artist believes in enjoying life and resting only in death
My wife gets to enjoy them but
The artist's spouse benefits from the expensive sheets
Me? I done said
The artist has already stated his viewpoint
That I sleep, when I'm de-, nah bun that
Rejecting the idea of resting only in death, expressing a desire to enjoy life now
Literally cremate and send my
Verbally expressing the artist's intention to be cremated after death
Ashes outer space
Desiring to have one's ashes scattered in outer space
'Cause I'm out of place I said
Feeling disconnected from one's surroundings and expressing a sense of being misplaced
Top eight on MySpace, stop begging it
Recollecting a time when being in the top eight friends on 'MySpace' was significant and dismissing any desperate attempts for attention
Not taking my place nah, forget it
Asserting that no one can replace the artist, refusing to entertain the idea
Stop wasting time, yeah hotstepping
Urging others to stop procrastinating and instead take quick action
I'm not snaking my mates, I'm repping it
Clarifying that the artist is not betraying their friends, but rather representing and supporting them
Boy Better Know
Referring to a British grime collective called 'Boy Better Know' (BBK)
My fee went up 'cause I don't do shows
The artist's performance fee increased due to their decision to no longer perform live shows
Making bucks, just jamming at home
Earning money by creating music and enjoying a relaxed atmosphere at home
Put my feet up and wiggle my toes (Safe)
Taking a moment to relax and enjoy the simple pleasures of life
Man are out here all
People are roaming around
Thinking they're hot 'cause
Believing they are popular or successful because
They got couple views on the computer
Having a few views on the internet doesn't make them genuinely famous
Man are out here chatting like I'm not hot
Some individuals are pretending that the artist isn't talented or popular
Though 'cause I'm not a drug abuser
However, the artist's lack of drug addiction doesn't diminish their skills or achievements
Man are out here aiming for the top
Others are striving to achieve success and recognition
Like they're actually a born shooter
Acting as if they were naturally talented or skilled
Man are out here gunning for my spot
Some individuals are actively trying to take the artist's place and surpass their accomplishments
With the accuracy of a Stormtrooper
Ironically, indicating that their attempts are likely to be unsuccessful, comparing their accuracy to the famously inaccurate 'Stormtroopers' from the Star Wars franchise
Cameras flash me
Being in the spotlight where cameras constantly capture the artist's image
Man's in the bus lane like a taxi
Asserting authority and moving swiftly through life's obstacles, similar to a taxi using a dedicated bus lane
Durag and braids, yeah, that's me
Describing one's hairstyle, wearing a durag and having braided hair
I got the whole rave in the backseat
Being the center of attention and having a crowd full of energy while sitting in the backseat of a car
Badman with the shades, that's Maxi
Presenting oneself as a tough guy wearing sunglasses, reminiscent of the character 'Maxi' from the video game 'Tekken'
When I walk on stage don't at me
Requesting not to be tagged or challenged when the artist performs on stage
Man's A-A-A like an ad lib
The artist's delivery and performance are flawless, reminiscent of a well-executed ad lib
Man's A-A-A like a battery exactly, now
Continuously maintaining high energy levels, just like a fully charged battery
This one's for the beat
This song is dedicated to the instrumental beat
Fiends and fucking G's
To the dedicated fans and hardcore gangsters
This one's for the street
This song represents the gritty realities of the urban streets
Team that's bussing tees
Acknowledging the crew that's working hard and selling merchandise
This one's for the deets, Ps
This song pays homage to the drug dealers and their transactions
And cutting trees this one's for the street
References the illegal activity of cutting and selling drugs on the streets
Sweepers touching keys
Street sweepers, a metaphor for criminals, engaging in illegal activities
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