Producer/songwriter Christian Berishaj was born in the greater Detroit area and quickly developed a fascination with music and performance. He started recording his own music at age 12 and by the time he was 18 he'd gone through various different bands and projects, including recording an album as Love Arcade on which he wrote and performed every sound. Love Arcade was eventually signed to Atlantic records, with a self-titled album on which Berishaj was the sole performer coming out in 2006. A touring band was assembled around the project but none of the members ever played on any recordings and the group broke up after three years. Following Love Arcade, Berishaj relocated to Los Angeles and worked briefly under the moniker Christian TV, licensing songs in various films and television and signing a deal with Universal Motown Records. The label folded and Berishaj again reconfigured, taking on the name JMSN and producing more R&B inspired music, taking a decided step away from the pop leanings of previous projects. He self-released his debut Priscilla in early 2012, earning high praise from press and his artistic contemporaries as well. He followed with the next year with the Pllaje EP and a lengthy tour. JMSN spent much of 2014 prepping his next full-length, The Blue Album. The Blue Album's release date was delayed but eventually saw release in late 2014. ~ Fred Thomas
Talk Is Cheap
JMSN Lyrics
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But they ain't never shown me nothing
They all waste their time just stuntin' on me
Ain't nobody gonna get in my way
See, I ain't got to cheat the system
I'm all good, I found my rhythm
So don't waste time tryna tell me
Talk is cheap
You got to show me it's real
'Cause I ain't got time to waste, no
I don't sleep
I think you know what the deal is
So don't you feed that stuff to me
Talk is cheap
Oh oh, talk is cheap
Said ain't it funny how you get on my case?
Pushing me beyond my limits
Talking about numbers and digits
So take your money and get outta my face
I'm focused, I got my vision
Go find someone tryna listen
So don't you waste time tryna tell me
So don't you waste time tryna tell me
What you think I want to hear, oh, baby
Talk is cheap
(Talk is cheap) got to show me it's real
'Cause I ain't got time to waste
No, I don't sleep
I think you know what the deal is
So don't you feed that stuff to me
Talk is cheap
Don't you know that talk is cheap?
Don't you waste your time on me
I don't roll with wannabes
Don't you know that talk is cheap?
Don't you know that talk is cheap?
Don't you waste your time on me
I don't roll with wannabes
Don't you know that talk is cheap?
Don't you know that talk is cheap?
Don't you waste your time on me
I don't roll with wannabes
Don't you know that talk is cheap?
Don't you know that talk is cheap?
Don't you waste your time on me
I don't roll with wannabes
Don't you know that talk is cheap?
The song "Talk is Cheap" by JMSN expresses the artist's frustration with people who constantly talk without taking any real action. The opening lines set the tone of the song, highlighting how everyone has something to say but never truly shows anything substantial. JMSN dismisses their empty words and asserts that nobody can stand in his way. He emphasizes that he doesn't need to cheat the system, finding his own way and rhythm in life.
The chorus serves as a powerful statement, urging people to prove their sincerity through actions rather than empty talk. JMSN insists that he doesn't have time to waste and that he is not easily swayed by words. He reiterates that he understands the reality of situations and encourages others not to feed him false promises or exaggerated claims.
In the second verse, JMSN calls out someone who constantly criticizes him, pushing him beyond his limits and focusing on materialistic aspects. He dismisses their attempts to indulge in money and suggests that they find someone else willing to listen to their empty talk. The repetition of the chorus reinforces JMSN's conviction that talk holds little value and that actions speak louder.
Overall, "Talk is Cheap" serves as a declaration of JMSN's refusal to be swayed by empty promises and rhetoric. He prioritizes actions and genuine intentions over mere words, seeking to distance himself from individuals who lack substance and authenticity.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody's got somethin' to say
Everyone has opinions or things they want to express
But they ain't never shown me nothing
But they haven't provided any evidence or proof to support their words
They all waste their time just stuntin' on me
They all spend their time showing off or trying to impress me
Ain't nobody gonna get in my way
No one can deter or obstruct me
See, I ain't got to cheat the system
I don't need to deceive or manipulate the system
I'm all good, I found my rhythm
I'm content and have discovered my own pace or style
So don't waste time tryna tell me
So don't spend your time attempting to convince or persuade me
What you think I want to hear
What you believe aligns with my preferences or desires
Talk is cheap
Words alone have little value or significance
You got to show me it's real
You have to demonstrate or prove its authenticity
'Cause I ain't got time to waste, no
Because I don't have any time to spare
I don't sleep
I am constantly active, alert, and focused
I think you know what the deal is
I believe you understand the situation or arrangement
So don't you feed that stuff to me
So don't try to deceive or manipulate me with that information
Said ain't it funny how you get on my case?
Isn't it amusing how you constantly criticize me?
Pushing me beyond my limits
Pressuring me to exceed my capabilities
Talking about numbers and digits
Discussing financial matters or statistics
So take your money and get outta my face
So take your wealth and leave me alone
I'm focused, I got my vision
I am concentrated and have clear goals or aspirations
Go find someone tryna listen
Go find someone who wants to hear what you have to say
Talk is cheap
Words alone have little value or significance
(Talk is cheap) got to show me it's real
You have to demonstrate or prove its authenticity
'Cause I ain't got time to waste
Because I don't have any time to spare
No, I don't sleep
No, I am constantly active, alert, and focused
I think you know what the deal is
I believe you understand the situation or arrangement
So don't you feed that stuff to me
So don't try to deceive or manipulate me with that information
Don't you know that talk is cheap?
Don't you realize that words alone hold little value or significance?
Don't you waste your time on me
Don't spend your time or effort on me
I don't roll with wannabes
I don't associate or identify with people who pretend or aspire to be something they're not
Don't you know that talk is cheap?
Don't you realize that words alone hold little value or significance?
Don't you waste your time on me
Don't spend your time or effort on me
I don't roll with wannabes
I don't associate or identify with people who pretend or aspire to be something they're not
Don't you know that talk is cheap?
Don't you realize that words alone hold little value or significance?
Don't you waste your time on me
Don't spend your time or effort on me
I don't roll with wannabes
I don't associate or identify with people who pretend or aspire to be something they're not
Don't you know that talk is cheap?
Don't you realize that words alone hold little value or significance?
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes
Written by: Christian Andrew Berishaj
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@LATARTELETTEE_ByRafik
Hey jmsn I hope you are reading this . a big fan here from algeria My English may look bad to explain my feelings. But i wanted to say i Love you so so so much and thanks for giving me a chance to be blessed listen to your music you Giveth me something that never i felt listen to any artist before you . truly thanks you have the most beautiful and
soulful voices and always u going to be the best&number one special unique artist I hade ever seen , you can not imagine the impact of your music on me or all my friends
Your music it's another world I wish the entire world can see it I just wish it's not fair
Wish u all success 🙌 do! I think you deserve your shiny ✨️ spat , I don't wanna give a negative vibes here
I know you are independent artist but it's makes me sad sometimes listen to you and i just get angry with my self or just wanna cry listen to your music and not seeing the fact of all your hard work and as special as you are and unique music not getting The right spot and get the credit and fame that you deserves more then anyone
As the big star that you are and your typ of music is something
Being a person who loves music and my entire life. I've been surrounded by music in this world from different country different culture, but until now there is no one who can i compare to you because your music it's something
I woke up listening to you all day everywhere and fall asleep with your music . I love you thanks for my number one artist jmsn
Thancks for what you been given as
You are in my soul , your music is my oxygen
@kristinaudina3471
Everybody's got somethin' to say
But they ain't never shown me nothing
They all waste their time just stuntin' on me
Ain't nobody gonna get in my way
See, I ain't got to cheat the system
I'm all good, I found my rhythm
So don't waste time tryna tell me
What you think I want to hear
Talk is cheap
You got to show me it's real
'Cause I ain't got time to waste, no
I don't sleep
I think you know what the deal is
So don't you feed that stuff to me
Talk is cheap
Oh oh, talk is cheap
Said ain't it funny how you get on my case?
Pushing me beyond my limits
Talking about numbers and digits
So take your money and get outta my face
I'm focused, I got my vision
Go find someone tryna listen
So don't you waste time tryna tell me
So don't you waste time tryna tell me
What you…
@RimaSargsyan13
It makes me sad to see that such high-quality songs and artists don't receive enough recognition. This song is a perfect marriage of different genres. Absolutely gorgeous and underrated.
@sociopath41
+
@wunorfleet2880
This guy should be in the top of the world since “Priscilla”
@user-su7lo3ls8o
why you think its underrated? because other singers buy their VIEWS and they look more rated? ahaha! if i'm here - trust me, it's very top rated!
@VictorMan289
JMSN needs to win a Grammy right now. But he probably won't ever be even nominated, that's how far above the industry he is.
@camilamr
Nowadays any mediocre artist wins a Grammy. Not much of a worthy prize.
@calisubscript.c0m
He deserves a life time achievement award. love this man. keep yourself alive and creating Christian... for the good of humanity
@krystingrant6292
Yesssss
@astrokidd5251
He sure does bitch
@Random415510
Grammy or an Emmy?