Jurassic 5 is a six-piece hip-hop crew that was formed in 1993 at the Los A… Read Full Bio ↴Jurassic 5 is a six-piece hip-hop crew that was formed in 1993 at the Los Angeles, California venue Good Life. Rappers Chali 2na, Akil, Zaakir aka Soup, Mark 7even, and turntable maestros DJ Nu-Mark and DJ Cut Chemist came together from two separate crews, the Rebels of Rhythm and Unity Committee. Cut Chemist left the band in 2006 to pursue a solo career, however he returned in 2013 when the group "reformed" in order to perform at various concerts.

The group debuted for TVT Records in 1995 with the single for Unified Rebelution. Their acclaimed position in the 1990s alternative hip-hop movement, alongside artists including Company Flow, Black Star and Kool Keith, was confirmed when the Jurassic 5 EP was released in December 1997.
The EP was later repackaged with additional tracks and released in December 1998 as the band's full-length debut album, entitled Jurassic 5 LP.
The tracks harked back to the old school attitude of New York's Native Tongues Posse, the seminal late 1980s coalition of artists who reaffirmed rap's social agenda, which included De La Soul, the Jungle Brothers and A Tribe Called Quest. This was evident on the song Concrete Schoolyard ("Let's take it back to the concrete streets/Original beats from real live MCs"), and the album even provided the troupe with a surprise UK Top 40 single when it reached number 35 in November 1998. The other stand-out track, Jayou, was built around a hypnotic flute loop from Pleasure Web's Music Man Part 1 (Music Man Part 1).

In 1999, Jurassic 5 signed to Interscope Records, who re-released the Jurassic 5 EP. This was followed by their second album (their first on a major label), Quality Control.

In 2002, they released their third album, Power In Numbers, which was followed by touring with the newly-revived Lollapalooza festival in the summer of 2003.

Their latest album, Feedback, was released on July 25, 2006.

11- Without a doubt
Jurassic 5 Lyrics

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You know we turn the party out (Without a doubt)
And show em what it's about (Without a doubt)
We'll win whether you like it or not (Without a doubt)
We make it hot (Without a doubt) (Repeat 2x)
We keep it heated like stones in Hell's Kitchen
MC's are wishing that they had a pot to piss in

Akil is on a mission to smash the competition

I whip my opposition with words into a sentence
And combat your verbal attacks with no assistance
I'm too consistent for you brothers to keep bitching
Pay close attention to my verbal composition
I keep it distant like my love for the business
You ask "What is this? Is it real or fictitious?"
I kill the wise and intelligent rebels with precision

It's a true conspiracy, battle for world supremacy
Huh, send me brothers they maybe try to contend with me
But me and my staff soon shine like a perfect half moon
And get you open like a public bathroom, paragraph doom
The vicious lyric solicitor
No commission keeping it different for my listeners
Taking no prisoners, sealing perimeters
Never singular, giving you something that you remember

You know we turn the party out (Without a doubt)
And show em what it's about (Without a doubt)
We'll win whether you like it or not (Without a doubt)
We make it hot (Without a doubt) (Repeat 2x)

We recommend Jurassic 5 like daily check-ups
From waist to your neck up, so next man step up

You're now the victim of a vocal verbal stick up
My style will make you get up and down just like a sit up
To those who want to get us, brother keep your chin up
What up? I roll with winners, beyond beginners
The average nigga squeezes triggers when your rap style's bigger
How you figure that you can disrespect my art?
I know the true MC's take this life to heart
Let's take it back to the start, Donnie Dew kick your part

And it's the outlaw about to rock y'all, now watch my hands go
Over the nickle full black tainted pearl handle
And watch it ricochet, captivate the airwaves
Hit you with the ever blade connected with the wordplay
Mister Pro-fessional with the clever flows
Hear it on your radio, Donnie Brasco
With the defness, and the ways of the West
Represent the flavor breathless

You know we turn the party out (Without a doubt)
And show em what it's about (Without a doubt)
We'll win whether you like it or not (Without a doubt)
We make it hot (Without a doubt)

Uh, no doubt, when J5 comes, that's right

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "11" by Jurassic 5 are an assertive statement of the group's prowess as MCs and performers. The repeated refrain of "Without a doubt" conveys the confidence and certainty that the group has in their abilities. The verses feature each of the group's MCs showcasing their unique style and skills, with references to competition and the importance of originality and consistency in hip-hop. The lines "I kill the wise and intelligent rebels with precision" and "Taking no prisoners, sealing perimeters" suggest a willingness to challenge and even eliminate those who do not measure up to their standards. The final verse features a cinematic description of an outlaw figure, with vivid imagery and a sense of danger and excitement. Overall, the lyrics present a bold and self-assured image of Jurassic 5 as a force to be reckoned with in the world of hip-hop.

Line by Line Meaning

You know we turn the party out (Without a doubt)
We have the ability to make a party exciting and enjoyable beyond a doubt

And show em what it's about (Without a doubt)
We demonstrate the essence of true music and artistry beyond a doubt

We'll win whether you like it or not (Without a doubt)
Our talent and skill will prevail, whether or not our audience accepts us beyond a doubt

We make it hot (Without a doubt) (Repeat 2x)
Our music and performance are electrifying and intense beyond a doubt

We keep it heated like stones in Hell's Kitchen
We maintain the intensity and energy in our music like stones in a fiery and intense environment

MC's are wishing that they had a pot to piss in
Other rappers wish they could even compete with us, let alone excel

Akil is on a mission to smash the competition
Akil is determined to defeat and outperform any rivals or opponents

I whip my opposition with words into a sentence
I defeat and overcome my opponents through the power and artistry of my lyrics and rhymes

And combat your verbal attacks with no assistance
I handle and overcome any verbal attacks or criticisms alone and unassisted

I'm too consistent for you brothers to keep bitching
My consistency in music and performance is so impressive that it silences any complaints or criticisms

Pay close attention to my verbal composition
Listen carefully to the construction and artistry of my lyrics and rhymes

I keep it distant like my love for the business
I keep a certain level of separation or distance in my relationship with the music industry

You ask "What is this? Is it real or fictitious?"
You may question the authenticity or reality of my music and performance

I kill the wise and intelligent rebels with precision
I defeat and surpass even the most intelligent and rebellious opponents with precision and skill

It's a true conspiracy, battle for world supremacy
There is a real and intense competition and conflict for global influence and power in the music industry

Huh, send me brothers they maybe try to contend with me
Bring on any competitors who wish to challenge or compete with us

But me and my staff soon shine like a perfect half moon
Me and my team will soon shine just as brilliantly as a perfect half moon

And get you open like a public bathroom, paragraph doom
We will inspire and impress our audience, leaving them amazed and open-minded, just like a public bathroom's door

The vicious lyric solicitor
The fierce and aggressive rap artist

No commission keeping it different for my listeners
We are not influenced by any external forces and we strive to bring a unique and different experience to our listeners

Taking no prisoners, sealing perimeters
We do not hold back and we secure our positions and win at all costs

Never singular, giving you something that you remember
We collaborate and work as a team to create music that is both memorable and enjoyable

We recommend Jurassic 5 like daily check-ups From waist to your neck up, so next man step up
We suggest listening to Jurassic 5 regularly, from the waist up to the neck, and challenge yourself to step up to our level

You're now the victim of a vocal verbal stick up
Our music and lyrics are robbing you of your attention and impressing you beyond your control

My style will make you get up and down just like a sit up
Our music and performance will inspire you to move and groove, just like performing a sit-up exercise

To those who want to get us, brother keep your chin up
Those who seek to defeat or criticize us should remain optimistic and determined to try

The average nigga squeezes triggers when your rap style's bigger
Less talented and experienced rappers resort to violence whenever they are intimidated by superior lyricism and style

How you figure that you can disrespect my art?
We challenge anyone who disrespects our music and artistry, questioning how they have that audacity

I know the true MC's take this life to heart
True and passionate rap artists take their craft and career seriously and wholeheartedly

Let's take it back to the start, Donnie Dew kick your part
Let's reminisce and return to the beginning of our music career, starting with Donnie Dew's performance

And it's the outlaw about to rock y'all, now watch my hands go
I, the rebel, am about to impress and amaze the audience, so watch my hands move

Over the nickle full black tainted pearl handle
Referring to a weapon, with a black pearl handle, usually in reference to a gun

And watch it ricochet, captivate the airwaves
Watch the impact of the weapon and how it captivates the attention of our audience through the lyrics and music

Hit you with the ever blade connected with the wordplay
We strike and impress our audience with our sharp and skilled lyrics and rhymes

Mister Pro-fessional with the clever flows
We are the skilled and experienced professionals in the music industry with clever and intricate musical styles

Hear it on your radio, Donnie Brasco
Hear our music played on the radio, just like the movie Donnie Brasco became famous

With the defness, and the ways of the West
We embody the style and skill of rap music from the western region of America

Represent the flavor breathless
We represent a unique and exciting style of music that leaves the audience in awe

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CHARLES L. STEWART, COURTENAY HENDERSON, DANTE LAMAR GIVENS, LUCAS CHRISTIAN MACFADDEN, MARC F. STUART, MARK ALI POTSIC

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