'Jay' can refer to one of eight artists:

1. JAY (제이) is a South Kore… Read Full Bio ↴'Jay' can refer to one of eight artists:

1. JAY (제이) is a South Korean singer and member of the boy group iKON.

2. Young, beast rapper from the Killadelphia suburbs, Jay C

3. Jay is a Rapper from Stuttgart (Germany)!

4. Jay is a famous Taiwanese RNB singer.

5. Jay (birthname Jørn) is a rapper from the northern parts of Norway, also a part of the rap-group Nordlys, in which he write and perform songs along with his friends Morex (birthname Espen) and Ron, the producer of their group.

6. The character Jay from the View Askewniverse played by Jason Mewes in movies such as Dogma, Clerks, Mallrats etc

7. The host of the podcast, 'Cry Baby Emo Kids'

8. Jay is a rapper from Bulgaria.

9. Jay is a rap/reggae singer-songwriter from Cape Verde - Jay Miolinho (José Moreira)

10. Jay is a popular South African Afrikaans pop star

The Countdown
Jay Lyrics

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Gettin platinum records for regular peoples out of reach
I remember vividly tellin my dreams they doubted me
Looking back, four years later I rode a lotta beats
The activist I start revolutions so no more colonies
PTSD common I seen the cops they would tellem freeze
Murder em in broad daylight, they play it on TV
Now its going viral that's all I see when I open feed
Thoughts race in the back my head could've been close to me

No I never cared for attention or if they noticed me
Know I gotta keep me a weapon if they get close to me
I was tryna grow who you see todays who I chose to be
I done tried a whole new diet so you can hold the beef
Paranoid these scars on my back, like who gon fold on me
Times I put my team on my back, coulda been the coach you see
Could've been the one you been bumpin but yet you chose to sleep
I been on my Kobe 4th quarter nobody close but me
If you my family I forever got you
See in this life they gonna try to drown you
They throwing dirt you'll see them try to down you
I see the haters imma make em proud too
If you my family I forever got you
See in this life they gonna try to drown you
They throwing dirt you'll see them try to down you
I see the haters imma make em proud too
I gotta checklist with a lot to do
Take me as a joke until you hear me got a lot to prove
Seen so many ways to go about it got a lot to choose
Got people countin on me so just know I got a lot to lose
Countdown gettin started I got so much promised
Just know through good and through the bad that imma keep it honest
And when they hear me goin viral they gon be astonished
Don't want no fake love in my circle when I'm countin profits
I told you I got what they lack I got the key to feed the people
Know my past was just a movie this the preview to the sequel
I'm like wally with these haters word to hear and see no evil
I got soul inside my flow might catch me sellin out cathedrals know that
If you my family I forever got you
See in this life they gonna try to drown you
They throwing dirt you'll see them try to down you
I see the haters imma make em proud too
If you my family I forever got you
See in this life they gonna try to drown you

They throwing dirt you'll see them try to down you
I see the haters imma make em proud too

Overall Meaning

In "The Countdown," Jay reflects on his journey to success and the challenges he has faced along the way. He starts by acknowledging that achieving platinum records is often out of reach for regular people, but despite the doubts from others, he pursued his dreams relentlessly. Looking back after four years, he realizes the many obstacles he overcame and the numerous beats he rode to reach his current position. Jay sees himself as an activist, aiming to start revolutions and dismantle oppressive systems, symbolized by the metaphorical "colonies."

The lyrics also touch on the issue of police brutality and racial injustice. Jay mentions experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) from witnessing the police murdering people in broad daylight, which is frequently depicted in the media. This constant exposure to violence and injustice has affected his mental state, as thoughts race in the back of his head, reminding him how close he could have been to becoming a victim himself.

Throughout the song, Jay emphasizes his independence and determination. He doesn't seek attention or validation from others, but rather focuses on personal growth and protecting himself from potential threats. He highlights his loyalty to his team, acknowledging that he has carried them on his back like a coach during difficult times. Despite the obstacles he has faced, Jay remains committed to his family, who he proclaims he will always support.

Overall, "The Countdown" is a reflection of Jay's journey, his resilience, and his determination to rise above the challenges he faces.

Line by Line Meaning

Gettin platinum records for regular peoples out of reach
Achieving platinum records is a distant goal for ordinary individuals

I remember vividly tellin my dreams they doubted me
I recall the moments when others didn't believe in my dreams

Looking back, four years later I rode a lotta beats
Reflecting on my journey, I've conquered numerous musical challenges

The activist I start revolutions so no more colonies
As an activist, I initiate change to eliminate oppressive systems

PTSD common I seen the cops they would tellem freeze
Witnessing police brutality, I've experienced common PTSD symptoms

Murder em in broad daylight, they play it on TV
The gruesome murders occur during daytime and are sensationalized on television

Now its going viral that's all I see when I open feed
The content going viral dominates my social media feed

Thoughts race in the back my head could've been close to me
Intrusive thoughts haunt me, reminding me of the dangers I narrowly avoided

No I never cared for attention or if they noticed me
Seeking attention or recognition has never been my concern

Know I gotta keep me a weapon if they get close to me
I understand the necessity of self-defense if someone threatens my safety

I was tryna grow who you see todays who I chose to be
I've evolved and become the person I deliberately decided to be

I done tried a whole new diet so you can hold the beef
I've adopted a different lifestyle to avoid conflicts and negativity

Paranoid these scars on my back, like who gon fold on me
Due to past experiences, I'm suspicious of who might betray me

Times I put my team on my back, coulda been the coach you see
I've carried the weight of my team, as if I were their coach

Could've been the one you been bumpin but yet you chose to sleep
I could have been the artist you admire, yet you ignored my talent

I been on my Kobe 4th quarter nobody close but me
Like Kobe Bryant in the fourth quarter, I thrive when I'm alone and no one can match my performance

If you my family I forever got you
If you're part of my family, I will always support and protect you

See in this life they gonna try to drown you
In this life, people will attempt to overwhelm and suppress you

They throwing dirt you'll see them try to down you
They will throw dirt at you, trying to bring you down

I see the haters imma make em proud too
I acknowledge the presence of haters, but I will still succeed and make them envious

I gotta checklist with a lot to do
I have a long list of tasks and goals to accomplish

Take me as a joke until you hear me got a lot to prove
Don't underestimate me until you witness my capabilities and the amount I have to prove

Seen so many ways to go about it got a lot to choose
I've explored various approaches and have many options to consider

Got people countin on me so just know I got a lot to lose
I have people depending on me, and as a result, I have much at stake

Countdown gettin started I got so much promised
The countdown has begun, and I have many promises and commitments

Just know through good and through the bad that imma keep it honest
Regardless of the circumstances, I will always remain truthful and sincere

And when they hear me goin viral they gon be astonished
When my music becomes viral, they will be amazed and astonished

Don't want no fake love in my circle when I'm countin profits
I don't want any insincere love or support from my inner circle when I'm achieving financial success

I told you I got what they lack I got the key to feed the people
I've mentioned before that I possess what others lack and have the ability to provide for the masses

Know my past was just a movie this the preview to the sequel
Consider my past as a mere movie and understand that this is just the preview to the upcoming sequel

I'm like wally with these haters word to hear and see no evil
I handle haters like Wally, avoiding their negative words and actions

I got soul inside my flow might catch me sellin out cathedrals know that
My music has soul and depth, and it has the potential to attract large audiences, even filling up cathedrals

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Written by: Jacob Liburd

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