Whoever loves hip hop and has flipped through cds and LP's is sure to have … Read Full Bio ↴Whoever loves hip hop and has flipped through cds and LP's is sure to have seen the cover for Jigmastas' 2001 album Infectious - a cover which frames both members of the duo in a pair of headphones to a backdrop of a starry heaven. If you have not actually heard the music but only seen the cover, you are depriving yourself of one of the best examples of what made 90s hip hop great.
Chilled out, spiritual and funky beats of Vince Williams (aka DJ Spinna) are the backdrop to Kriminul's flow and poetic imagery.

So What
Jigmastas Lyrics

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[Kriminul]
I write my fingers to the bone ballpoints of fountaintips
No counterfeit, push verbs and make mountains ship
Plus my brain's a computer that sprouted lips overcrowded with
Sea of information experiences that I doubt you get
A chance to go through until you're dead, nobody knows you
Alive unanimous, not known through the use of pro tools
Approach you on some nonchalant happy go lucky shit

Touch concepts that's immaculate
I gotta spit from the heart about this music biz
Don't abuse it kids, it's just entertainment
Movin' units is essential, treat it like a job
Clockout at the end of the day
Don't get it twisted live your life in disarray
You gotta hit today, go for tomorrow, blow then sorrow
Start to settle in back on the streets back in mettlin'
You wasn't wise enough to keep his shoes
I not surprised at fools
Feeble attempt at street to be tried and true

Hook [Guru]
You wanna spit pull your rhymes out
You counterfeit we gon' find out
You want a rapper, are you an actor?
Just exactly what you after
You wanna spit pull your rhymes out
You counterfeit we gon' find out
The industry ain't for kiddies
So what you got a fitted hat reppin' the city

[Guru]
Things just ain't the same for the god
Life has changed for the god, too many games for the god
See industry cats is like faker than ever
Try to force my hand, son we takin' the cheddar
Distributors frontin' on dough
Don't let me make a call, we'll have 'em up in that dough
I'm stuck in this low
Rap survivalist, pack the livest shit
Tracks with Spinna be the flyest shit
What is a man with no conviction, no commitment
No dedication, no affirmation
Just hidden statements and hidden hatred
Don't hold it back my nigga, just spit it blatant
I did a bid in this biz kid
Still grindin', still ridin, puffin the liz kid
Seein' my eyes, I don't need a disguise
Just watch for the pricks that be feedin 'em lies

Hook

[Kriminul]
Notice my form, it ain't the norm by no means, blow steam
Locomotive action under pressure, my flow mean
My face tell a thousand stories, none familiar to you
We not alike dawg, you can't relate, i'm not your usual
Sicker than your average, this mic talk
My people sendin me get well wishes cards from hallmark
You fall short of the quota needed for credible
You not able to read me dawg, i'm ilegible
Ahead of you like tears to come
My flow tight like my dears too young
And send shots that'll pierce through some
Distributors that front on that dough
Keep frontin', make it pop like a bottle of mo
We do it for show, man I do this thing to survive
So fuck that faggot ass nigga that tried to diss me in Vibe
I spit it with pride, disrespect my take it in stride
What I write could be a candidate for Pulitzer prize

Hook

Overall Meaning

The song "So What" by Jigmastas and Guru talks about the music industry and the struggles that come with it. Kriminul's verse talks about his dedication to music and how he puts his heart and soul into his writing. He emphasizes the importance of not abusing the music industry and treating it like a job. He also talks about the need to live life in a balanced way and not get caught up in the industry's competitive nature. He highlights the importance of authenticity and warns against being fake, emphasizing that real talent will eventually be recognized. Guru's verse talks about how the music industry has changed over time and how it's important to be vigilant against those who try to take advantage of artists. He emphasizes the importance of having conviction, commitment, and dedication to one's craft. He also talks about his personal experience with the industry, having gone through tough times but still persevering.

Line by Line Meaning

I write my fingers to the bone ballpoints of fountaintips
I work hard to create my art, using real pen and paper

No counterfeit, push verbs and make mountains ship
I am authentic, using strong verb choices to make a big impact

Plus my brain's a computer that sprouted lips overcrowded with
My mind is packed with information and experiences

Sea of information experiences that I doubt you get
Most people will never know the range of experiences and knowledge I have gained

A chance to go through until you're dead, nobody knows you
Your life is short and most people won't make a significant impact

Alive unanimous, not known through the use of pro tools
True talent cannot be manufactured by technology

Approach you on some nonchalant happy go lucky shit
I come across as carefree and easygoing

Touch concepts that's immaculate
I am able to convey complex concepts perfectly

I gotta spit from the heart about this music biz
I write honestly and passionately about the music industry

Don't abuse it kids, it's just entertainment
Music is meant to be enjoyed, not taken too seriously

Movin' units is essential, treat it like a job
Making money from music is important and should be treated like a job

Clockout at the end of the day
Don't let work consume your life

Don't get it twisted live your life in disarray
Don't fall into chaos and confusion

You gotta hit today, go for tomorrow, blow then sorrow
Seize the day and plan for the future, but also prepare for setbacks

Start to settle in back on the streets back in mettlin'
Don't become too comfortable and complacent

You wasn't wise enough to keep his shoes
You made a mistake by not following in someone's footsteps

I not surprised at fools
I am not surprised by foolish behavior from others

Feeble attempt at street to be tried and true
Trying to fake street credibility is a pathetic attempt to be perceived as genuine

Things just ain't the same for the god
Life has changed significantly for me

Life has changed for the god, too many games for the god
I have experienced too much adversity

See industry cats is like faker than ever
The music industry is full of fake people

Try to force my hand, son we takin' the cheddar
Don't try to take advantage of me or I will fight back

Distributors frontin' on dough
Record distributors are withholding money

Don't let me make a call, we'll have 'em up in that dough
I have powerful connections and can make things happen

I'm stuck in this low
I am in a difficult situation

Rap survivalist, pack the livest shit
I am a survivor in the world of rap and create the best music

What is a man with no conviction, no commitment
A man without strong beliefs and dedication is not admirable

No dedication, no affirmation
Without commitment, you won't achieve anything significant

Just hidden statements and hidden hatred
People may say things subtly or indirectly, but still hold grudges

Don't hold it back my nigga, just spit it blatant
Don't be afraid to speak your mind directly

I did a bid in this biz kid
I paid my dues to succeed in the music industry

Still grindin', still ridin, puffin the liz kid
I continue to work hard and stay committed while enjoying life

Seein' my eyes, I don't need a disguise
I am honest and open about who I am

Just watch for the pricks that be feedin 'em lies
Be careful of those who spread rumors and gossip

Notice my form, it ain't the norm by no means, blow steam
Pay attention to my unique style and the passion I bring

Locomotive action under pressure, my flow mean
My rap game is strong and powerful under any circumstances

My face tell a thousand stories, none familiar to you
My life experiences are unique and not relatable to most people

We not alike dawg, you can't relate, i'm not your usual
I am different from most people and cannot be easily understood

Sicker than your average, this mic talk
My rap skills are exceptional and unique

My people sendin me get well wishes cards from hallmark
Fans appreciate and support my music

You fall short of the quota needed for credible
You lack the necessary qualities to be taken seriously

You not able to read me dawg, i'm ilegible
You cannot understand me, I am too complex

Ahead of you like tears to come
I am far beyond you in terms of talent and success

My flow tight like my dears too young
My rap style is clean and precise

And send shots that'll pierce through some
My lyrics are powerful and can be hurtful to some people

Keep frontin', make it pop like a bottle of mo
Keep acting fake, it will only lead to explosive consequences

We do it for show, man I do this thing to survive
We create music to entertain, but also to survive and make a living

So fuck that faggot ass nigga that tried to diss me in Vibe
I have no respect for anyone who disrespects me or my music

I spit it with pride, disrespect my take it in stride
I am proud of my music and will not let anyone bring me down

What I write could be a candidate for Pulitzer prize
I believe my lyrics are of high quality and could be recognized in a prestigious award

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CEDRIC ALLEN WILLIAMS, DARION T. CRAWFORD, PHALON ANTON ALEXANDER, SHAWN T. JOHNSON, ZACHARY ANSON WALLACE

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