After Stones Throw placed one of these recordings on a mixtape (under the name Jaylib), and J Dilla caught ear of this, the full collaboration began to blossom. The pair recorded their debut album, Champion Sound, in separate cities (Madlib in L.A., and Dilla in Detroit) while sending beats back and forth. The greatly anticipated album was eventually released in 2003 after much delay (due to leaks and bootlegs) and received positive reviews.
With Dilla's passing in 2006, Stones Throw released a deluxe version of Champion Sound in 2007. It includes a second CD of Madlib remixes.
Starz
Jaylib Lyrics
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Yo girl I have been peepin you for quite some time
I finally got the nerve to see if you could be mine
We could go and smoke some trees eat some dinner, drink wine
Talk about your mind frame cause the starz is out, and baby you so fine
I just hope you got a different mentality
Seen a lot of places and a lot of nationalities
Different people, different places, diffent spaces, different races
But everbody is still playin them same games
It got so bad I started doin the same thing
But anyway we can talk over lunch
If you dont slumber yo here's my number
And the Starz come out tonight
Hey yo I like the way you dress, oh yo thats fresh
Hey yo I like the way you undress too you impress ooh
And you'll always be my boo
Unless your ass is untrue, and you know we through
No more play the fool ?
We go shoppin if you cook some au gratin
You on the team if you cook some greens, True
My mom and pops taught me how to cook too
The only one I want to be with is you
What it look like, and it look like you lookin at me
Yo, take a trip and see how things could be
And the Starz come out tonight
The song "Starz" by Jaylib is an ode to the nightlife and the possibilities that come with it. The lyrics begin with the singer expressing their admiration for someone they have been watching for a while. They muster the courage to ask this person out to smoke, eat, and talk under the stars. The singer acknowledges that they hope their potential date has a unique outlook on life as they have seen their fair share of people and places. The lyrics then mention how everyone is playing the same games, but the singer still hopes for something different. They offer their number and suggest lunch as a way to chat further. The chorus then declares that the stars have come out tonight.
The second verse begins with the singer complimenting their date's appearance but also stating that they want a deeper connection. The lyrics mention not wanting to play foolish games and wanting to build trust. The singer then suggests going shopping or cooking together as a couple's activity. They express that their parents taught them how to cook, and they only want to be with this person. The lyrics then return to the idea of taking a trip to see how things could be under the stars. Overall, the song is an invitation to enjoy the night's atmosphere, be true to oneself, and explore possibilities with another person.
Line by Line Meaning
And the Starz come out tonight
The night sky is filled with stars and it sets the ambience for the events that will follow
Yo girl I have been peepin you for quite some time
I have been observing you for a good amount of time
I finally got the nerve to see if you could be mine
I gathered the courage to ask if you would like to be in a relationship with me
We could go and smoke some trees eat some dinner, drink wine
We could hangout, smoke marijuana, have a meal and drink wine together
Talk about your mind frame cause the starz is out, and baby you so fine
We could have a conversation about your thoughts as the stars shine, and also express my attraction towards you
I just hope you got a different mentality
I hope you have a unique perspective on life
Seen a lot of places and a lot of nationalities
I have experienced various locations and cultures
Yo turn it up, everywhere is the same
Let's turn up the volume and acknowledge that despite differences in location and culture, things tend to be similar
Different people, different places, diffent spaces, different races
People vary based on location, surroundings, and ethnicity
But everbody is still playin them same games
Despite the differences, people still exhibit the same behaviors and patterns
It got so bad I started doin the same thing
I conformed to the behaviors and patterns I saw around me
But anyway we can talk over lunch
Anyway, we can catch up and have a conversation over a meal
If you dont slumber yo here's my number
If you're not sleepy yet, here is my phone number
Hey yo I like the way you dress, oh yo thats fresh
I appreciate the way you dress, it looks cool
Hey yo I like the way you undress too you impress ooh
I also appreciate how you look when you undress, it impresses me
And you'll always be my boo
You will always be my romantic partner
Unless your ass is untrue, and you know we through
Unless you are unfaithful and we separate
No more play the fool ?
I am not willing to be a fool for love anymore
We go shoppin if you cook some au gratin
We could go shopping together if you cook some au gratin (a dish consisting of potatoes and cheese)
You on the team if you cook some greens, True
I'll consider you as my partner if you cook some leafy vegetables and make me feel good
My mom and pops taught me how to cook too
My parents taught me how to cook, so I can appreciate others who have the same skill set
The only one I want to be with is you
I want to be in a romantic relationship with you and no one else
What it look like, and it look like you lookin at me
Looks like you are checking me out
Yo, take a trip and see how things could be
Let's travel together and explore the possibilities of our relationship
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JAMES DEWITT YANCEY, OTIS LEE JR. JACKSON
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