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.
The Winds of War
Jedi Mind Tricks Lyrics
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and studied, and followed, forever." - the movie "Se7en"
[Ikon]
Prepare for the verbal war
The hologram advance, psychical form
Manifesting universal mind into the lore
Travelling lands, I stand on sands of chemical vibration
So where you gonna stand when the Elohi returns
Seven great stages throughout the ages say you burn
It's my turn to shine
I redefine the crystalline-biological structures, implanted in your mind
So I find the deaf, dumb and blind
And bless 'em with science, and leave the blind ones behind
Descending into big balls of mass, in the form of rain
The Verbal Hologram brings pain
So rearrange, disagreeable ways that brought you the darkness
Take hold, and rip out your soul from your carcass
And rise away like a sham
The Verbal Hologram is the verbal avalanche
One last chance to re-plan, and over-stand
Before the Hologram sends your camp to Holy Land
So ask your man, when he returns to where I sent him
The plan was to kill, God and reinvented
Practicing Black Magical tactics like voodoo
Attacking like the seven deadly warships in the Boocoo
(Chorus x 3)
[Chorus: sample of Masta Killa from "Triumph"]
Give insight to the blind
The dumb are mostly intrigued by the drum (intrigued by the drum)
[Ikon]
I bring forth the mighty ????, the powerful zapatra
The darkening behind you, the biblical omega
The ????? command, I came to bring mortals, the ????? ?? ?? ????
So here I stand on the Four Corners of Stonehendge
Travelling through portals, the ??? of battles, the lord of the immortals
The zeal of the seven, the rising of the demon
The lost books of the Bible and forgotten books of Eden
The heathens, who burn like ?????
Handed the Holy tablets, like Moses
The blackening of roses, will send you to the edges of the land
The emerald tablets of ????????
The hands of the mighty line of Judah
Will throw you through the triangular portals of Bermuda
Exploring the Hologramic aspects of consciousness
For aliens truth devour, orthodox vs. running through fistic equations for power
The shower of acid rain brings pain to the land
You cannot kill what you cannot see
The Verbal Hologram
(Chorus x 5)
The lyrics of Jedi Mind Tricks' song "The Winds of War" are a depiction of a verbal war, which is apparently a metaphor for a philosophical war between different schools of thought. Ikon, the rapper, is speaking about his own influence as a warrior of ideas, with his words being studied and followed by many. He sees himself as bringing forth a new era of knowledge and understanding through the power of words. This is evidenced by his use of complex wordplay and multi-layered metaphors, which, upon close interpretation, reveal deeper meanings.
The opening quote from the movie "Se7en" sets the tone for the song, as it implies that Ikon sees himself as a trailblazer, setting an example for others to follow. He is aware of the impact his words will have on others, and he intends to use that impact for good. He believes that he is on the right side of history, and that his words will be remembered long after he is gone.
Overall, "The Winds of War" is a dense and complicated song, full of esoteric references and intricate wordplay. It is a showcase of Ikon's lyrical ability and his skill at weaving together complex ideas into a coherent whole.
Line by Line Meaning
Prepare for the verbal war
Get ready for some intense verbal battles
The hologram advance, psychical form
My words and ideas transcend physical reality and take on a life of their own
Manifesting universal mind into the lore
I am sharing knowledge and wisdom beyond my individual experience to contribute to the collective knowledge of humanity
Travelling lands, I stand on sands of chemical vibration
My travels take me to places with unique frequencies and energies that I can sense on a deep level
The math, kings of light departed in wrath
Even the most logical, intelligent individuals face their own emotional turmoil and can succumb to anger
So where you gonna stand when the Elohi returns
When enlightenment and higher beings come back to Earth, where will you stand and what will you have to offer?
Seven great stages throughout the ages say you burn
History has shown us that there are consequences for our actions, especially if they are harmful to others
It's my turn to shine
Now is my time to share my ideas and make an impact on the world
I redefine the crystalline-biological structures, implanted in your mind
I challenge societal norms and programmed beliefs to encourage independent thinking and self-discovery
So I find the deaf, dumb and blind
I seek out those who have been kept in ignorance or darkness and educate and enlighten them
And bless 'em with science, and leave the blind ones behind
I bestow knowledge and understanding onto those who are open to it, but don't waste time on those who refuse to see the truth
Descending into big balls of mass, in the form of rain
My words have a powerful impact, spreading and penetrating to reach a larger audience
The Verbal Hologram brings pain
My words are not always comforting or easy to hear, and can make people uncomfortable or upset
So rearrange, disagreeable ways that brought you the darkness
I challenge people to reconsider the negative patterns and habits that led them to a dark place in life
Take hold, and rip out your soul from your carcass
Get a grip on your life and make a radical change that transforms you as a person
And rise away like a sham
Reinvent yourself and emerge as a stronger, more enlightened individual
The Verbal Hologram is the verbal avalanche
My words have the ability to overwhelm and bury people under their weight
One last chance to re-plan, and over-stand
Take this opportunity to redefine your approach to life and understand the world around you better
Before the Hologram sends your camp to Holy Land
If you don't listen and adapt, you will face the consequences of your actions, which may not be pleasant
So ask your man, when he returns to where I sent him
If you don't heed my words, you will suffer the consequences
The plan was to kill, God and reinvented
Some people seek to overthrow traditional beliefs and institutions in favor of their own agenda
Practicing Black Magical tactics like voodoo
Some people resort to harmful or unethical methods to gain power or influence
Attacking like the seven deadly warships in the Boocoo
People can be destructive and ruthless when striving to achieve their goals
Give insight to the blind
Offer knowledge and understanding to those who are unaware or misinformed
The dumb are mostly intrigued by the drum (intrigued by the drum)
Those who are ignorant or choose to ignore reality are often attracted to superficial or trivial things
I bring forth the mighty ????, the powerful zapatra
I introduce powerful and transformative ideas that can change people's lives
The darkening behind you, the biblical omega
The end of an era or cycle is approaching, and the unknown future can be frightening
The ????? command, I came to bring mortals, the ????? ?? ?? ????
I have come to share knowledge and wisdom that will elevate people's consciousness beyond mortality
So here I stand on the Four Corners of Stonehendge
I am unafraid to stand alone and speak the truth even in unconventional or unpopular places
Travelling through portals, the ??? of battles, the lord of the immortals
My travels take me to places beyond physical reality where I can connect with powerful entities or concepts
The zeal of the seven, the rising of the demon
Some people have intense passion or ambition that can lead them down a dark path
The lost books of the Bible and forgotten books of Eden
There are valuable sources of knowledge and wisdom that have been lost or neglected over time
The heathens, who burn like ?????
Those who are immoral, cruel, or unjust will face consequences similar to Hell or damnation
Handed the Holy tablets, like Moses
I have been entrusted with important teachings or information that must be shared with others
The blackening of roses, will send you to the edges of the land
If you engage in evil or unethical behavior, you will be cast out or exiled
The emerald tablets of ????????
There are ancient artifacts or documents that contain powerful knowledge and insights
The hands of the mighty line of Judah
There are powerful or influential groups or individuals who are tasked with leading or guiding others
Will throw you through the triangular portals of Bermuda
Those who are corrupt or immoral will face consequences, even facing seemingly impossible punishments
Exploring the Hologramic aspects of consciousness
I am delving into the deeper, more complex, and interconnected elements of human consciousness
For aliens truth devour, orthodox vs. running through fistic equations for power
Some people seek power or knowledge through unconventional, radical, or even harmful methods
The shower of acid rain brings pain to the land
There are consequences to dangerous, unethical or harmful actions, and these actions can have a widespread impact
You cannot kill what you cannot see
Just because something is not visible or tangible doesn't mean it doesn't exist, and it can sometimes be even more powerful
The Verbal Hologram
My words have a transformative, powerful impact on those who hear them.
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Eyao Pantah!
[Intro: Spoken, John Doe (Kevin Spacey)]
"I'm setting the example, and what I've done is gonna be puzzled over
And studied
And followed
Forever."
[Verse 1: Ikon]
Prepare for the verbal war
The hologram advance, physical form
Manifest the universal mind into the law
Travelling lands, I stand on sands of chemical vibrations
The math, kings of light departed in wrath
So where you gonna stand when the Elohim return
Seven great sages throughout the ages say you burn
It's my turn to shine
I redefine the crystalline-biological structures, implanted in your mind
So I find the deaf, dumb and blind
And bless 'em with science, and leave the blind ones behind
Descending into big balls of mass, in the form of rain
The Verbal Hologram brings pain
So rearrange disagreeable ways that brought you the darkness
Take hold and rip out your soul from your carcass
And rise away like a sham
The Verbal Hologram is the verbal avalanche
One last chance to re-plan and over-stand
Before the Hologram sends your camp to Holy Land
So ask your man, when he returns to where I sent him
The plan was to kill God and reinvent him
Practicing Black Magical tactics like voodoo
Attacking like the seven deadly warships of Nibiru
[Hook: Sample]
Giving sight to the blind
The dumb are mostly intrigued by the drum
Giving sight to the blind
The dumb are mostly intrigued by the drum
Giving sight to the blind
The dumb are mostly intrigued by the drum
[Verse 2: Ikon]
I bring forth the mighty YudhÄmanyu, the powerful Sapagra
The darkening behind you, the biblical omega man
The Ashtar command, I came to bring mortals the barathary gland
So here I stand on the Four Corners of Stonehenge
Travelling through portals, the thunderbolt of battles, the lord of the immortals
The zeal of the seven, the rising of the demon
The lost books of the Bible and forgotten books of Eden
The heathens, who burn like pyrhosis
Handed the Holy tablets, like Moses
The blackening of roses, will send you to the edges of the land
The emerald tablets, of Thoth the Atlantean
The hands of the mighty lion of Judah
Will throw you through the triangular portals of Bermuda
Exploring the Hologramic aspects of consciousness
For aliens to devour
Orthodox vs relativistic equations for power
The shower of acid rain brings pain to the land
You cannot kill what you cannot see
The Verbal Hologram
[Bridge: Spoken, John Doe (Kevin Spacey)]
Don't ask me to pity those people. I don't mourn them any more than I do the thousands that died at Sodom and Gomorrah
[Hook: Sample]
Giving sight to the blind
The dumb are mostly intrigued by the drum
Giving sight to the blind
The dumb are mostly intrigued by the drum
Giving sight to the blind
The dumb are mostly intrigued by the drum
Giving sight to the blind
The dumb are mostly intrigued by the drum
Giving sight to the blind
The dumb are mostly intrigued by the drum
Aaron Frady
Anytime Vinnie Paz refers to himself as the verbal hologram you know the shit going to be đ„ đ„
James Jim Jr.
I miss the verbal hologram not really feeling boxcutter
master blob
You know shit is about to get verbally transcendental
m âMushieâ m
omg that picture..and this record. its crazy insanely good <3
Andy James
I'd have to say this is the most innovative album in rap history. The lyrics are just on a whole nother level, pure genius/
Andy James
That's cute. I don't care.
Monvizi
+Alex Datura this issnt even paz, The verbal Hologram. He changed into Vinnie Paz. Plus this album is a true masterpiece in my opinion even better then Violent by design. Go talk somewhere else an listen to your better rap albums and talk there
Paul Jas
what is it?? Brutality part 1? Ill Bill the early years? where is it!?
Kxng Naki
This is real knowledge being dropped not even the greatest rappers would spread such sacred and ancient knowledge with you.
LAWST SAWL
Vinnie is one of the greatest