House Work
Timucin Fabian Kwong Wah Aluo (born 25 July 1987), known professionally as … Read Full Bio ↴Timucin Fabian Kwong Wah Aluo (born 25 July 1987), known professionally as Jax Jones, is an English multi-instrumentalist, record producer, songwriter and DJ. He is best known for featuring on Duke Dumont's 2014 single "I Got U", peaking to number one on the UK Singles Chart, and his 2017 single "You Don't Know Me" featuring Raye. The son of two teachers, Jax grew up in a multi-ethnic household and was exposed to a wealth of influences. After his Nigerian stepfather introduced him to afrobeat via Fela Kuti and rap with a tape of the Biggie Smalls album, Jax listened to Hip Hop, R&B, Gospel and traditional African music. Producers like The Neptunes, Timbaland and Rodney Jerkins shaped his musical horizons and his fascination with the anatomy of a rhythm section. Having initially studied classical guitar from a young age, Jax took up beat-making at 15 after discovering Cubase on his friend’s Atari.

House Work
Jax Jones Lyrics


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I call it house work
'Cause it's life work

(Whatcha, whatcha gon' do?)

I'mma throw shapes
Feelin' the base to my feet hurt
I call it house work
'Cause it's life work

(Whatcha, whatcha gon' do?)

But I'm gon' throw shade if I don't get paid for this house work

I call it house work
'Cause it's life work

(Whatcha, whatcha gon' do?)

I'mma throw shapes
Feelin' the base to my feet hurt

I'mma throw shapes
I'mma throw shapes

(Whatcha, whatcha gon' do?)
(Whatcha, whatcha gon' do?)

I call it house work
'Cause it's life work

(Whatcha, whatcha gon' do?)

I'mma throw shapes
Feelin' the base to my feet hurt

I call it house work
'Cause it's life work

(Whatcha, whatcha gon' do?)

But I'm gon' throw shade if I don't get paid for this house work

I call it house work
'Cause it's life work

(Whatcha, whatcha gon' do?)

I'mma throw shapes
Feelin' the base to my feet hurt

I call it house work
'Cause it's life work

(Whatcha, whatcha gon' do?)

Would you come along
Oh with my friends
And to leave I'm working
Every weekend

House work
Life work
I'mma throw shapes

(Whatcha, whatcha gon' do?)

Would you come along
Oh with my friends
And to leave I'm working
Every weekend

House work
Life work
I'mma throw shapes

(What you, what you gon' do?)

I call it house work
'Cause it's life work

I'mma throw shapes
Feelin' the base to my feet hurt

I call it house work
'Cause it's life work

But I'm gon' throw shade if I don't get paid for this house work

I call it house work
'Cause it's life work

I'mma throw shapes
Feelin' the base to my feet hurt

I call it house work
'Cause it's life work

But I'm gon' throw shade if I don't get paid for this house work

Would you come along
With my friends (whatcha, whatcha gon' do?)
And to leave I'm working
Every weekend

House work
Life work

I'mma throw shapes

(Whatcha, whatcha gon' do?)

I call it house work
'Cause it's life work

(Whatcha, whatcha gon' do?)





But I'm gon' throw shade if I don't get paid for this house work

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Jax Jones' song House Work describe the hard work that goes into maintaining a house, which the singer compares to the hard work of life. By "throwing shapes," the singer is likely referring to the physical exertion required when cleaning or working on a house, which can be so intense that it causes foot pain. The chorus is repeated several times throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of working hard at both life and home tasks. The line "But I'm gon' throw shade if I don't get paid for this house work" suggests that the singer expects compensation for their hard work, which could also refer to the expectation of appreciation from others.


Overall, the song seems to be celebrating the hard work that goes into maintaining a home and life while also highlighting the importance of valuing and supporting those who undertake these tasks.


Line by Line Meaning

I call it house work
Referring to DJ-ing, Jax Jones identifies it as house work, which he considers to be essential to his life.


'Cause it's life work
As DJ-ing is a fundamental part of his existence, it is characterized by Jax Jones as his life work.


I'mma throw shapes
Slang for dancing, Jax Jones is going to dance and move his body rhythmically to the music.


Feelin' the base to my feet hurt
Jax Jones is feeling the beat so much that his feet are hurting from dancing so much.


But I'm gon' throw shade if I don't get paid for this house work
If Jax Jones does not receive payment for his DJ-ing or 'house work,' he is going to express contempt, sarcasm, and criticism towards people.


Would you come along
Jax Jones is inviting listeners to join him and his friends in having a good time, enjoying music and dancing.


Oh with my friends
Jax Jones wants his friends to come to the event and enjoy the music with him.


And to leave I'm working every weekend
Jax Jones must work every weekend as he is a DJ, leaving very little free time for other activities.


House work, life work, I'mma throw shapes
DJ-ing is an essential part of Jax Jones's life and existence, and he will dance to the music.


But I'm gon' throw shade if I don't get paid for this house work
If Jax Jones does not receive payment for his DJ-ing or 'house work,' he will express contempt, sarcasm, and criticism towards people.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Uzoechi Osisioma Emenike, Timucin Fabian Kwong Wah Aluo

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@um7472

Why I'm I so entertained with the guy dancing lol

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drugs

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Daisy Pimenetl. lay off the drugs matee😂😉

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LMBO!!

@SirWise23

I thought it was just me!! I keep coming back just to watch the video. It brings me so much joy. LOL

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I love his little strut 😁😁😂

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