Jedi Mind Tricks (JMT) is an underground hip-hop group from Philadelphia, P… Read Full Bio ↴Jedi Mind Tricks (JMT) is an underground hip-hop group from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, founded by two high school friends, rapper Vinnie Paz (Vincenzo Luvineri) and producer Stoupe the Enemy of Mankind (Kevin Baldwin). In 1999 second rapper Jus Allah joined the group to record their second studio album, Violent by Design. Jus left the group shortly after, but returned in late 2006 and began working on the sixth studio album, A History of Violence. In 2011 Stoupe left the group because "his heart wasn't in making JMT records anymore". In 2013, Jus split from the group indefinitely, and Stoupe returned in 2015.

DJ Kwestion mainly scratches choruses on the turntable. Kwestion is also a part of the group Skratch Makaniks. Kwestion, who is the tour DJ, was a replacement for JMT's previous DJ, Drew Dollars, who is no longer affiliated with the group due to creative differences.

JMT has collaborations with both regional MCs and rap veterans, including GZA, Kool G Rap, 7L & Esoteric, Sean Price, Ras Kass, Canibus, Percee P, Killah Priest, Immortal Technique, Block McCloud, Virtuoso, Louis Logic, R.A. the Rugged Man, Tragedy Khadafi, Chief Kamachi, Necro and Ill Bill. The group has sold over 250,000 albums in the United States and 450,000 albums worldwide, all of which were released independently.

The ninth studio album "The Bridge and The Abyss" was released on 22 June, 2018.

A Blood Red Path
Jedi Mind Tricks Lyrics

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[Verse 1-Vinnie Paz]
My rap equivalent to a militant bomb
My syllabus form, the Pazienza killer from 'Nam
With steel in my palm, guerrillas was born, your village is gone
It's either that you die or give your will to Islam
I feel it's a storm, that buildin' from the wilderness arm
I sent the alarm, to let you know Godzilla was spawned
I'd kill for my moms, ain't nobody as real as my moms

And it ain't any woman ever know the deal like my moms
I build with Iman's in holy places filled with Qu'rans
My killers is strong, 'cause every Sicilian is strong
You stealin' the form, I'm sharper then a million Don's
I'm buildin' a bomb, and when I see a milli' I'm gone

[Outro-Vinnie Paz]
Brrrrat, brrrrat, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha

Pazman, that's how you fuckin' rhyme
The rhyme animal, Jedi Mind, baby!

Overall Meaning

Vinnie Paz starts off the first verse of A Blood Red Path by describing himself as a militant bomb. He compares his rhymes to the violent nature of a bomb, which has the ability to destroy everything in its path. He also mentions that his syllables form Pazienza, which is his last name. Pazienza is known for being a famous retired boxer who had an incredibly successful career, just like how Vinnie Paz's rapping career is similarly successful. He also touches upon his background and mentions that he is a killer from the Vietnam era, implying that he has been a part of an armed conflict before. He further asserts that his words have the power to create havoc as guerrillas are born through his bars.

Vinnie Paz also talks about how he would kill anyone who isn't willing to give their will to Islam. At the same time, he acknowledges the impending storm that is building and coming from the wilderness. In this context, he could be referring to the societal issues that are creating a prevailing challenge. Vinnie mentions his love for his mother and how he intends to protect her at all costs as nobody is as real as her. He also mentions that he builds with Iman's in holy places filled with Qu'rans. In this context, Iman is referring to Islamic leaders with exceptional knowledge of the Quran. He further implies that every Sicilian is strong and asserts that he is sharper than a million Dons, something that is a representation of the strength he possesses.

Line by Line Meaning

My rap equivalent to a militant bomb
My lyrical skill is powerful and explosive like a weapon used in military warfare

My syllabus form, the Pazienza killer from 'Nam
My style of rap is well-structured and deadly, like the tactics of a veteran soldier

With steel in my palm, guerrillas was born, your village is gone
With a weapon in hand, I become a fierce warrior and can cause destruction to any opposing force

It's either that you die or give your will to Islam
In the face of danger, one must either face death or submit to a higher power for protection

I feel it's a storm, that buildin' from the wilderness arm
I sense a brewing conflict that is arising from a group of people who have been ignored and oppressed

I sent the alarm, to let you know Godzilla was spawned
I am warning you of the danger that is about to be unleashed, like the rise of a destructive monster

I'd kill for my moms, ain't nobody as real as my moms
I would do anything to protect my mother, who is the truest and most genuine person I know

And it ain't any woman ever know the deal like my moms
No other woman could understand the trials and tribulations that my mother has gone through in life

I build with Iman's in holy places filled with Qu'rans
I connect with people of faith in sacred locations where the holy book of Islam is present

My killers is strong, 'cause every Sicilian is strong
My associates are powerful and formidable, as are all people of Sicilian heritage

You stealin' the form, I'm sharper then a million Don's
While others are using my style, I am still more skilled and knowledgeable than my peers

I'm buildin' a bomb, and when I see a milli' I'm gone
I am creating something explosive and dangerous, and once I have accumulated a million dollar fortune, I will disappear

Pazman, that's how you fuckin' rhyme
I am Vinnie Paz, and this is how I masterfully craft my rhymes

The rhyme animal, Jedi Mind, baby!
My rap skills are so intense and powerful, I am like a beast in my delivery, representing the powerful force of Jedi Mind

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