For Jack, turning in epic 6 hour sets at your friends’ 30th birthday party is his lifeblood – the man literally lives to play records for people – and his eclectic sets skip through everything, embracing guilty pleasures and forgotten classics in the same breath as he does unreleased dubplate heaters.
With the Numbers label housing the elite of today’s producers – Deadboy, Redinho, Jamie xx, Untold & Roska, SBTRKT, Lazer Sword, just for starters – he’s steadily building his reputation as a taste-maker within the bastardized swamp of bassed out club music, as well as being one of the most emphatic party selectors.
With residencies in his native Glasgow and at London’s sturdy underground institution FABRIC, as well as parties happening sporadically around the globe – from Barcelona and Paris to Tokyo – there’s plenty chance to experience him for yourself. The announcement of his forthcoming contribution to the esteemed FABRICLIVE mix CD series and recent bookings at some of the most respected of clubs like Optimo, FWD>> and The Berghain, whilst being voted in as Best British Breakthrough DJ of 2010 (DJ Mag), have only cemented his stranglehold on the dynamics of a soundsystem and as an alumni of 2010’s Red Bull Music Academy, you can guarantee this is just the start for the incredibly coiffured DJ.
Doin' It Again
Jackmaster Lyrics
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The room went dark
Somebody better call the police
There's a guy here with no heart
He said he goes by the name of Skepta
He's on a warpath
And he said if anybody touches the crown
He's gonna tear them apart
I kill them and I put them in a cemetery
And if anybody thinks they're sick in the head
Then I'm going to rip him to shreds live on the stage like Jeremy
I'm going in for the kill
I wouldn't stop even if I had a punctured wheel
Got no time for the war with will
Squash that beef like a Forman grill
I got a lot of mandem looking out for me
The ladies, they go wild for me
Back to the front, left to the right
And everybody up in the balcony
You can tell by my accent that I'm straight out of London city
Like Wiley
Like Dizzee
Like Tinie
Like Trippy
Let's get busy, I was in forth now I'm in fifth
Man wished I was in port looking at a sixth
Instead I'm on tour
I fxck off the stage, encore
Excuse my French, bonjour
Je m'appelle Skepta AKA Daniel Son
If I'm on the bill at two
Then the party starts at about half past one
I'm a grime MC and I won't change,
Doing it again, doing it my own way
I'm a grime MC and I won't change,
Doing it again, doing it my own way
I'm a grime MC and I won't change,
Doing it again, doing it my own way
And I might recycle the bar
Because my material is too good to throw away
Doing it again, they tried to stop me but I'm doing it again
Skepta, yeah I'm doing it again
Boy Better Know yeah I'm doing it again
I'm, I'm doing it again
They tried to stop me but I'm doing it again
Skepta, yeah I'm doing it again
Boy Better Know I'm doing it again.
All because of the grime bars I'm spitting
MC's are talking about quitting
25 mobiles ringing, majors bidding
Boy Better Know chase ringing
I've walked with the best
2 fingers up to the west
Big S tattooed on my chest
Microphone champion no contest
A lot of man never though I would get to say my piece
Can't believe the singles I release
I climbed up the chart at light speed
And I'm made of myrrh I forget about Sajid
If it costs to be the boss
I pay full price
And I can show you my receipt
Scars on my body from wars in the street
Pain in my left arm
And I can't sleep
So I'm sitting up praying for success to come a little sooner
I never suck up to no-one
I'm not a hoover
I come to fxck up the game like a sore looser
The way I turn heads
You would have thought that this was a reverse parking manoeuvre
And when you're listening to Boy Better Know,
You're listening to the sound of the future
I keep my circle tight
And the question everyone's asking is, "Who are you? "
So I gotta put these squares in the right place like a Rubiks cube
I'm a solider, what have you been through?
You and your stupid crew
Better remember when you're talking to a chart topper
You're talking to the lord of the mic part 2
I'm a grime MC and I won't change
Doing it again, doing it my own way
I'm a grime MC and I won't change,
Doing it again, doing it my own way
I'm a grime MC and I won't change,
Doing it again, doing it my own way
And I might recycle the bar
Because my material is too good to throw away
Doing it again, they tried to stop me but I'm doing it again
Skepta, yeah I'm doing it again
Boy Better Know yeah I'm doing it again
I'm, I'm doing it again
They tried to stop me but I'm doing it again
Skepta, yeah I'm doing it again
Boy Better Know I'm doing it again.
The lyrics of Jackmaster's song "Doin' It Again" convey a sense of confidence and defiance as the artist, Skepta, asserts his identity as a grime MC and expresses his determination to continue on his own path.
The opening lines describe a tense atmosphere as Skepta walks into a room and the mood instantly changes. He warns that there's trouble brewing, with someone claiming to be heartless and ready to destroy anyone who challenges him. This sets the stage for the intense energy and aggression that Skepta brings to his performance.
Skepta goes on to proclaim his dominance in the grime scene. He boasts about killing his competitors lyrically and burying them in the graveyard, showcasing his ability to command attention and deliver powerful performances. He also references his own mental intensity, promising to tear apart anyone who claims to be sick in the head. The mention of Jeremy, possibly referencing the controversial TV host Jeremy Kyle, adds to the intense and confrontational nature of his lyrics.
The next section celebrates Skepta's success and popularity. He acknowledges the support he receives from his friends and fans, particularly highlighting the excitement he generates among women. He then compares himself to other influential London-based artists such as Wiley, Dizzee Rascal, Tinie Tempah, and Trippy Turtle, alluding to his own impact and influence within the grime genre.
The chorus represents Skepta's steadfast commitment to his craft and style. He insists that he will not change and remains authentic to himself as a grime MC. He emphasizes that he is "doing it again," referring to his consistent ability to deliver high-quality music, and he expresses the belief that his material is too valuable to discard. Skepta is determined not to be deterred by those who tried to stop him and proudly associates himself with Boy Better Know, his crew, signifying their unity and persistence.
The final verse reveals Skepta's journey from the underground to success. He acknowledges the challenges he faced, including wars in the street and personal struggles, symbolized by the pain in his left arm and difficulty sleeping. Despite these obstacles, he remains resolute and prays for success to arrive sooner. Skepta asserts his individuality, refusing to conform or seek approval from others, and describes his ability to disrupt the music industry. He likens himself to a skilled driver executing a reverse parking maneuver, indicating his ability to turn heads and make an impact. The verse concludes with Skepta asserting his status as a chart topper and the lord of the mic, solidifying his position as a prominent figure in the grime scene.
Overall, "Doin' It Again" showcases Skepta's determination to remain true to his grime roots, his willingness to confront challenges, and his unwavering confidence in his abilities as a grime MC. The lyrics convey a sense of personal empowerment and the desire to push boundaries within the genre.
Line by Line Meaning
I noticed when I walked in
Upon my arrival, I immediately observed
The room went dark
The atmosphere suddenly became tense and somber
Somebody better call the police
There is a dangerous situation that requires law enforcement intervention
There's a guy here with no heart
A heartless individual is present in this vicinity
He said he goes by the name of Skepta
This person identifies himself as Skepta
He's on a warpath
He is filled with anger and seeking revenge
And he said if anybody touches the crown
If anyone dares to challenge his authority
He's gonna tear them apart
He will cause them great harm or destroy them completely
And a grime MC was telling me
A fellow grime music artist informed me
I kill them and I put them in a cemetery
I eliminate my opponents and bury them in a grave
And if anybody thinks they're sick in the head
If someone believes they are mentally disturbed
Then I'm going to rip him to shreds live on the stage like Jeremy
I will publicly humiliate and destroy them just like a confrontational TV show host
I'm going in for the kill
I am fully committed and determined to succeed
I wouldn't stop even if I had a punctured wheel
No obstacle or setback can halt my progress
Got no time for the war with will
I don't have the patience or interest in engaging in conflict
Squash that beef like a Forman grill
Resolve any disputes or conflicts peacefully
I got a lot of mandem looking out for me
I have a loyal group of friends who support and protect me
The ladies, they go wild for me
Women are highly attracted and captivated by my presence
Back to the front, left to the right
Moving and energizing the crowd in all directions
And everybody up in the balcony
Even those situated in the upper seating area
You can tell by my accent that I'm straight out of London city
My distinct way of speaking reveals my origin in the city of London
Like Wiley
Similar to the style and influence of the artist Wiley
Like Dizzee
Comparable to the talent and impact of Dizzee Rascal
Like Tinie
Resembling the success and stature of Tinie Tempah
Like Trippy
Taking after the unique and experimental sound of Trippy Turtle
Let's get busy, I was in forth now I'm in fifth
Let's become engaged and active, I have progressed from a lower position to an even higher one
Man wished I was in port looking at a sixth
Some people desired for me to remain stagnant at a lower level
Instead I'm on tour
However, I am currently traveling and performing concerts
I fxck off the stage, encore
I exit the stage with great energy and leave the audience wanting more
Excuse my French, bonjour
Please pardon my use of explicit language, hello
Je m'appelle Skepta AKA Daniel Son
My name is Skepta, also known as Daniel Son
If I'm on the bill at two
If my name is listed second in the event lineup
Then the party starts at about half past one
Then the festivities and excitement commence approximately thirty minutes earlier
All because of the grime bars I'm spitting
This is all happening because of the gritty and aggressive lyrics I am delivering
MC's are talking about quitting
Other music artists in the industry are considering giving up
25 mobiles ringing, majors bidding
Numerous mobile phones are constantly receiving calls and major record labels are offering lucrative contracts
Boy Better Know chase ringing
The record label Boy Better Know is constantly receiving calls and inquiries
I've walked with the best
I have associated and collaborated with highly talented individuals
2 fingers up to the west
I display a defiant gesture towards the western region or establishment
Big S tattooed on my chest
I proudly bear a tattoo of the letter S on my chest
Microphone champion no contest
When it comes to microphone skills and prowess, I am the undisputed winner
A lot of man never though I would get to say my piece
Many individuals doubted that I would ever have the opportunity to express my thoughts
Can't believe the singles I release
They cannot fathom the success and quality of the songs I produce
I climbed up the chart at light speed
My rise on the music charts was remarkably rapid
And I'm made of myrrh I forget about Sajid
I possess an aura of greatness and importance, causing me to disregard or overlook Sajid
If it costs to be the boss
If one must incur expenses to maintain a position of power or authority
I pay full price
I willingly and unhesitatingly pay the complete amount without negotiating
And I can show you my receipt
I can provide evidence or proof of my payment through a receipt
Scars on my body from wars in the street
Physical marks on my body are reminders of past conflicts and battles in urban environments
Pain in my left arm
I am experiencing discomfort or agony in my left arm
And I can't sleep
Furthermore, I am unable to find rest or sleep
So I'm sitting up praying for success to come a little sooner
Therefore, I remain awake and engage in fervent prayers for swift achievement
I never suck up to no-one
I never flatter or ingratiate myself with anyone
I'm not a hoover
I am not a device used for cleaning, implying that I am not easily manipulated
I come to fxck up the game like a sore looser
I arrive to disrupt and challenge the music industry forcefully, inversely resembling a sore winner
The way I turn heads
The manner in which I attract attention and captivate individuals
You would have thought that this was a reverse parking manoeuvre
It appears as if the movement is comparable to reversing a vehicle into a parking space
And when you're listening to Boy Better Know
When you are immersed in the sounds of Boy Better Know
You're listening to the sound of the future
You are actually experiencing the cutting-edge and innovative music of tomorrow
I keep my circle tight
I maintain a small and exclusive group of close associates
And the question everyone's asking is, 'Who are you?'
Everyone desires to know the true identity and significance of your presence
So I gotta put these squares in the right place like a Rubiks cube
Therefore, I must strategically position and align these individuals just like solving a Rubik's Cube puzzle
I'm a solider, what have you been through?
I am a warrior, enduring various trials and hardships. What challenging experiences have you encountered?
You and your stupid crew
You and your foolish group of companions
Better remember when you're talking to a chart topper
You should bear in mind that you are conversing with someone who has achieved great success in the music charts
You're talking to the lord of the mic part 2
In fact, you are conversing with the esteemed and superior ruler of microphone skills, just like in the second installment of a series
I'm a grime MC and I won't change
I remain true to my identity as a grime music artist and refuse to conform
Doing it again, doing it my own way
Repeating my success and pursuing it in a manner unique to myself
And I might recycle the bar
I may reuse a previously written verse or line
Because my material is too good to throw away
The quality and value of my lyrics are too exceptional to discard
Doing it again, they tried to stop me but I'm doing it again
Despite attempts to hinder my progress, I am persisting and achieving success once more
Skepta, yeah I'm doing it again
This is Skepta, affirming my continuation of success
Boy Better Know yeah I'm doing it again
The record label Boy Better Know proudly declares their ongoing success
I'm, I'm doing it again
I am indeed repeating my triumphs
They tried to stop me but I'm doing it again
Despite their efforts to impede me, I persevered and achieved success once again
Skepta, yeah I'm doing it again
This is Skepta, affirming my continuation of success
Boy Better Know I'm doing it again
The record label Boy Better Know proudly declares their ongoing success
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MILES IAN MITCHELL, JOSEPH OLAITAN ADENUGA
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