J BOOG's debut album, "HEAR ME ROAR", showcases his ability to display a mu… Read Full Bio ↴J BOOG's debut album, "HEAR ME ROAR", showcases his ability to display a multi-genre style that will captivate audiences worldwide! His eclectic blend of Reggae, R&B and Hip-Hop fused with "Polynesian Soul" and "street flare" will find its way into the hearts (and ears) of the most discerning listener and music enthusiast! The fact that J BOOG pours his heart and soul into every last lyric of his music is evident...his lyrical styling is superb, and will definitely change the role of Polynesian artists in mainstream music! With the exception of Marlon Asher's "Ganja Farmer", all of the songs on the album are original works; demonstrating J BOOG's creative prowess and ability to write with such a wide range of versatility...from powerful, rhythmic masterpieces to soft, melodious ballads. The legendary George "FIJI" Veikoso also lends his creative skills to the album with his vocal contributions, as well as handling the producing and arrangements for the music. Additional vocal, lyrical and arrangement offerings from Donald Malepeai, Moses "Mr. Sanga" Makaafi, Ernest "Goof" Saffings, "Zen", and Isaac "Sak" Pua help to conclude the incredibly diverse sound of this album. There is so much excitement and anticipation for the release of "HEAR ME ROAR"...as J BOOG sets forth to be "a powerful voice of the Polynesian people through music and positivity."

A singer who fuses reggae with R&B, hip-hop, and rock, J Boog is the stage name of Jerry Afemata, who was born in Long Beach, California but primarily raised in Compton. Of Samoan ancestry (his father was a tribal chief in his neighborhood), Boog's first influence was his sister, who sang and played piano. When she got a book of Bob Marley's classic songs, Boog began singing along, and when he was nine, the two performed a cover of Whitney Houston's "One Moment in Time" at a family reunion, in front of an audience of 200. Raised on an eclectic musical diet of classic reggae, West Coast hip-hop, vintage R&B, and a dash of hard rock, Boog gravitated to the laid-back attitude but taut grooves of reggae, and he began writing and recording his own tunes during downtime from his job at an oil refinery. In 2005, Boog traveled to Hawaii, where he met one of his favorite singers, George "Fiji" Veikoso; Boog gave him a copy of one of his mixtapes, and Veikoso thought Boog showed promise. Veikoso helped produce Boog's 2007 debut album, Hear Me Roar, which cracked the Top Ten of the American reggae charts; by this time, Boog was living in Hawaii. In 2008, Boog began working with veteran reggae artists Yami Bolo and Gramps Morgan (of the group Morgan Heritage), and launched a fruitful association with Hawaii's Wash House Records label. After absorbing reggae's history during a visit to Jamaica, Boog released a self-titled EP in June 2011, with his second full-length album, Backyard Boogie, appearing three months later. Featuring the singles "Let Me Know," "Let's Do It Again," and "Sunshine Girl," Backyard Boogie was a major success for J Boog, rising to the top of the U.S. reggae album charts in 2011, and claiming the top spot again in 2012 and 2013. A four-song EP, Live Up!, appeared in July 2013, and a collaborative single with Anuhea and SOJA, "Easier," dropped in 2014. After making guest appearances on releases by Gappy Ranks, Morgan Heritage, and Raging Fyah, Boog released the Rose Petals EP in March 2016. The release was a warm-up for Boog's third full-length album, Wash House Ting, which was released in November 2016.

Artist: J Boog
Title: Wash House Ting
Year Of Release: 2016
Label: Washhouse Music Group
Genre: Reggae
Quality: mp3 320 kbps
Total Time: 00:51:31
Total Size: 120 mb
WebSite: Album Preview

Tracklist
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01. Nuh Wan Dat
02. Don't Worry
03. Let Me Love You
04. Good Cry (feat. Chaka Demus)
05. Rose Petals
06. Sweet Love
07. I Got You (feat. Aarahdna)
08. Blaze It for Days (feat. Lion Fiyah & Gappy Ranks)
09. Cut This Off (feat. Tenelle)
10. See Dem Deh
11. Brighter Days
12. Lock It Off (feat. Fiji)
13. Vex Me
14. Raggamuffin (feat. Buju Banton & Gramps Morgan)

Do You Remember
J Boog Lyrics

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Chorus

Do you remeber? We was outside (side), deep in the sky feelin' oh so fly
Do you remeber, these were the ghetto days(these were the ghetto days)
Do you remeber? We was outside (side), deep in the sky feelin' oh so fly
Do you remeber, these were the ghetto days(these were the ghetto old days)

Do you know, the one reason why we get so high

Is the same reason why we try to get by
With the family in the (way)
And the butter in the (way)
I'll just make way ti'll we back together again (come to me)
I gotta keep on chasin' the game
Reppin' my name
Stack my cheese right before I get small den
I just try to try to stay above the water
These dudes are trying to get me that's why I don't need a lighter(hey yes)
Pullin' me down, draggin me round', making me drown
They hold up in your mouth blou
Lay back! (lay back, lay back, lay back)
Marinated upon the good old days (well I remember)

Chorus

Do you remeber? We was outside (side), deep in the sky feelin' oh so fly
Do you remeber, these were the ghetto days(these were the ghetto days)
Do you remeber? We was outside (side), deep in the sky feelin' oh so fly
Do you remeber, these were the ghetto days(these were the ghetto days)

There be bill, we'll be chillin' outside
Reminiscing bout the music that we once played
It went, la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la
There be bill, we'll be chillin' outside
Reminiscing bout the music that we once played
It went, la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la

Chorus

Do you remeber? We was outside (side), deep in the sky feelin' oh so fly
Do you remeber, these were the ghetto days(these were the ghetto days)

Do you remeber? We was outside (side), deep in the sky feelin' oh so fly
Do you remeber, these were the ghetto days(these were the ghetto days)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to J Boog's song Do You Remember reminisce about the good old days spent with friends outside, feeling free and happy. The chorus repeats multiple times, asking if the listener remembers those times. The first verse suggests that the reason they got high was to get by and deal with the struggles of life, like family and financial problems. The next lines talk about staying focused and chasing success, while avoiding negative influences that only bring him down. The lines "They hold up in your mouth blou/Lay back" may refer to smoking marijuana and trying to relax. The verse ends with the line "Marinated upon the good old days (well I remember)," highlighting the theme of nostalgia and fond memories.

The second verse introduces a new character, "Bill," and the two of them chill outside while reminiscing about old times and music they used to play. The repetition of "la la la la" represents the nostalgic feeling of singing along to favorite songs from their past. The chorus repeats again, emphasizing the memories of the "ghetto days" and the feeling of freedom and joy that came with them.

Overall, Do You Remember is a song that celebrates the happiness and carefree nature of youth, while acknowledging the struggles and hardships that come with life. The nostalgia and sense of longing for the past is relatable to many listeners, and the chorus's repetition of the question "Do you remember?" encourages others to join in the memories.

Line by Line Meaning

Do you remeber? We was outside (side), deep in the sky feelin' oh so fly
Do you remember those moments when we were outside, surrounded by the endless sky, feeling incredibly high and happy?

Do you remeber, these were the ghetto days(these were the ghetto days)
Do you remember these times when we were living in the ghetto, struggling to make ends meet but still enjoying life?

Do you know, the one reason why we get so high
Do you know that the reason we get so high is that we want to escape the hardships of our reality?

Is the same reason why we try to get by
Our attempt to survive the daily grind is also powered by our desire to escape reality occasionally.

With the family in the (way)
Sometimes our family can be a barrier to our goals and dreams.

And the butter in the (way)
Obstacles can present themselves in various forms, including things as simple as a lack of butter.

I'll just make way ti'll we back together again (come to me)
Though there may be many obstacles in the way, the singer will clear a path to bring everyone back together.

I gotta keep on chasin' the game
The artist has to continuously pursue their dreams and goals.

Reppin' my name
The artist is representing themselves and their accomplishments.

Stack my cheese right before I get small den
The artist accumulates wealth and success before they fade away.

I just try to try to stay above the water
The singer is trying to stay above water, which represents hardships and struggles.

These dudes are trying to get me that's why I don't need a lighter(hey yes)
Others are trying to pull the artist down, which is why they don't need a lighter to feel high.

Pullin' me down, draggin me round', making me drown
The negative influences from others are making it difficult for the singer to stay afloat.

They hold up in your mouth blou
It is difficult to vocalize the struggles and hardships.

Lay back! (lay back, lay back, lay back)
Relax and let go of the stresses and worries.

Marinated upon the good old days (well I remember)
Reflecting and reminiscing on the good old days.

There be bill, we'll be chillin' outside
Bill will be there too, and they will be hanging out outside.

Reminiscing bout the music that we once played
They will recall and enjoy music that they used to play.

It went, la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la
The memory and melody of the music will be present in their conversation.

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