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)

Give Thanks
J Boog Lyrics

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true which part me come from
me coulda been an outlaw
me give thanks that Jah save me life
true de amount a things me see weh
get mi spirit well cross
me give thanks that Jah save me life
enough likkle youth me grow with a done pass
me give thanks that Jah save mi life

So when you see me pon di ends a whole a vibes yea
Just to give thanks that Jah save mi life
because mi coulda gone
nuff time when the perils of life come round fi consume me
because me coulda gone
thats why mi give thanks that Jah say me no to unruly
me coulda gone nuff time when the pebbles of life come round fi consume me
me coulda gone thats why me give thanks that jah say me no too unruly eh
Out in the streets yo, G'd up, trump tight homie making that dough.
its one of lifes hardest roads.aint nothing too pretty bout walking this road
From this life you see
I give thanks Jah set me free
Ima do what I do but I never forget that Jah always stay true because
Jah never let the street life get the best of me
Him bless me with music to set me free yea yea
big up my friends and family
who was always there to advise me
from the wrong that I want to do sometimes
When the temptation invades my mind
now I look at all the troubles that I left behind
I say thank you jah
true which part me come from
me coulda been an outlaw
me give thanks that Jah save me life
true de amount a things me see weh
get mi spirit well cross
me give thanks that Jah save me life
enough likkle youth me grow with a done pass
me give thanks that Jah save mi life
So when you see me pon di ends a whole a vibes yea

Just to give thanks that Jah save mi life
jedi had these lyrics jacked!

Overall Meaning

In J Boog's song "Give Thanks", the lyrics describe the artist's gratitude towards Jah, or God, for saving his life from a potentially troubled path. He mentions that he could have been an outlaw and that he has seen many things that could have consumed his spirit. However, he is grateful that Jah saved his life. He also mentions the importance of his friends and family who have advised him and kept him away from negative influences.

Throughout the song, J Boog emphasizes the idea that he could have easily fallen victim to the perils and temptations of life. He acknowledges that the street life can be tough and that many people are consumed by it. However, he is grateful that he was saved and has a purpose through music. He never forgets that Jah stays true and never lets the street life get the best of him.

Overall, the lyrics highlight the importance of being grateful and giving thanks for the blessings in life. The song serves as a reminder to appreciate life and the people who have had a positive impact on it.

Line by Line Meaning

true which part me come from
It's true that I come from a tough part of town

me coulda been an outlaw
I could have easily gone down the wrong path and become a criminal

me give thanks that Jah save me life
I am grateful to God for saving me from a dangerous and destructive life

true de amount a things me see weh
I have seen many things that have tested my spirit

get mi spirit well cross
Some of these things have made me feel lost, but I have found my way back through my faith

enough likkle youth me grow with a done pass
I have lost many friends and peers who didn't make it through their struggles

So when you see me pon di ends a whole a vibes yea
When you see me out in the streets living my life to the fullest

Just to give thanks that Jah save mi life
Know that I am doing so to express my gratitude for being alive and having the chance to make something of myself

because mi coulda gone
I could have easily lost my life or ended up in prison

nuff time when the perils of life come round fi consume me
There have been many times where I was tempted to make bad decisions or give up on myself

because me coulda gone
I was fortunate to have been saved from these dangers by my faith and support system

thats why me give thanks that Jah say me no to unruly
I am grateful that God helped me stay on the right path and avoid making mistakes

Out in the streets yo, G'd up, trump tight homie making that dough.
I am out in the world living my life and trying to succeed

its one of lifes hardest roads.aint nothing too pretty bout walking this road
But I know that life can be tough and that there are no shortcuts to success

From this life you see
I have learned a lot from my experiences

I give thanks Jah set me free
And I am thankful to God for giving me the strength to overcome my challenges and find success

Ima do what I do but I never forget that Jah always stay true because
I will continue to live my life on my own terms, but I will always stay true to my faith

Jah never let the street life get the best of me
God has protected me from the dangers of the streets and guided me towards a better path

Him bless me with music to set me free yea yea
I am especially grateful for the gift of music, which has helped me express myself and find joy in life

big up my friends and family
I want to recognize and thank my loved ones for their support and guidance

who was always there to advise me
They have always been there to offer advice and help me make good decisions

from the wrong that I want to do sometimes
Even when I have been tempted to make bad decisions

When the temptation invades my mind?
My friends and family have helped me stay strong

now I look at all the troubles that I left behind
I am proud of how far I have come and the obstacles I have overcome

I say thank you jah
And I express my gratitude to God for all the blessings in my life

jedi had these lyrics jacked!
This is my own story and my own message of hope and gratitude - it comes from my heart and my experiences

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