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.
Action Satisfaction
Jurassic 5 Lyrics
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Seven deadly sins
Couldn't keep his mouth closed in the house of chins
The all seeing eye that recognize the rap clones
Plus possess the pin to crack the pyramid stone
Its the call of the wild that's why my words rank high
Drop the verse for nine planets
That fell from the sky
With the one two three four five
In the session with the lesson
Cause in bass and treble we trust
With the rebels orally ready in case we bust
And write a power chord and if the place be plush
We kick the old school like Julio Iglesias
Tapes we push be straps with no safety catch
We attack like a bullet till your face relax
And think about it
If you ain't got the class to flee
Be mentally ready for jurass-catastrophy
Now its time for me to rise
The lyric utilizer
Down like fertilizer
Quick to improvise
A style that can surprise ya
Your eyes is on the prize
We can go line for line
I ain't hard to find
While we break your spine
My mild style reclines
I'm laid back
All that talk you need to save that
The payback is all the reason that I'm flexing
The feds rocking like we X-Men
[Chorus:Repeat x2]
You say you want action satisfaction
The brothers with the positive reaction
The crew with style that's on top of the pile
J5's gonna rock a long long while
We get set
Who's up next to pull to a fast one
Lyrically connect the dots and then I blast one
Now who wants action satisfaction
Lyrics remind you of bass I'm everlasting
Casting plagues my styles crossing the switchblades
My momma shoulda named me Grace cause I'm amazingly
Blazing with the fire and desire
I'm world renowned I gets down to the wire
If any child of mine gets out a line boastin'
My style of rhyme covers you like calamine lotion
Lifted out like vine motion I spend time stroking
You still drink a dime potion and dime boasting
But now my rhymes open brims a spirituality
We be giving power that you can share with your family
Aerodynamically cutting through danger
Ripping your narrow mentality nothing but flavor
[Chorus:Repeat x2]
The moral of my oral ammunition rendition
Tuna fish on a Marc seven collision
We be forever keeping niggas on they P's and Q's
And the be's who snooze leave diseased and bruised
I see through your crews like an x-ray tube
And gamma rayed your function
Left you with assumption
That we be the butter clique
We smothered with the action satisfaction that's guaranteed to be Jurassic
[Chorus:Repeat x2]
In "Action Satisfaction," Jurassic 5 skillfully dissects the rap industry, calling out the "rap clones" and those lacking authenticity. The reference to "dead man grins" and "seven deadly sins" seems to be aimed at those who have lost their way, perhaps selling out or compromising their values to achieve fame and success. The group also references the "all seeing eye" and "pyramid stone," alluding to the Illuminati and other conspiracy theories surrounding the music industry.
Despite these criticisms, Jurassic 5 remains true to their roots, declaring their loyalty to the "rebels orally ready" and their trust in "bass and treble." They also proclaim their intention to "kick the old school like Julio Iglesias," emphasizing the importance of tradition and respect for the pioneers of hip-hop.
Throughout the song, the group showcases their lyrical prowess, effortlessly rhyming lines like "My momma shoulda named me Grace cause I'm amazingly / Blazing with the fire and desire / I'm world renowned I gets down to the wire." Despite the serious tone, the chorus is playful and catchy, inviting listeners to join in on the action satisfaction.
Line by Line Meaning
I see dead man grins
I see fake smiles
Seven deadly sins
The seven sins that lead to destruction
Couldn't keep his mouth closed in the house of chins
Talking too much in a group of people with double chins
The all seeing eye that recognize the rap clones
The one who sees everything and can identify the unoriginal rappers
Plus possess the pin to crack the pyramid stone
Having the knowledge to understand the mysteries of the world
Its the call of the wild that's why my words rank high
The natural instinct for survival drives me to speak truthfully
Drop the verse for nine planets that fell from the sky
Spitting rhymes for a group of people who are different and not from this world
Do or die you and I get fly with rap expressions
We must take risks and soar with our unique style of music
With the one two three four five
Counting the beats and the flow of the rap
In the session with the lesson
Teaching and learning in a musical session
Cause in bass and treble we trust
We believe in the power of musical beats
With the rebels orally ready in case we bust
With our team, we are prepared to perform and improvise
And write a power chord and if the place be plush
Creating a powerful sound, even in a fancy setting
We kick the old school like Julio Iglesias
We bring back the classic sound of rap
Tapes we push be straps with no safety catch
We sell our music with no restrictions or boundaries
We attack like a bullet till your face relax
We hit hard with our music until the audience is deeply immersed
And think about it
Pause and reflect on what was said
If you ain't got the class to flee
If you can't handle our style, leave
Be mentally ready for jurass-catastrophy
Prepare yourself for a mind-blowing experience
Now its time for me to rise
My time to shine has come
The lyric utilizer
I am the master of words
Down like fertilizer
I am humble and grounded
Quick to improvise
I am able to come up with rhymes on the spot
A style that can surprise ya
My unique style will shock you
Your eyes is on the prize
You are focused on success
We can go line for line
We can have a rap battle
I ain't hard to find
I am easy to spot
While we break your spine
With our powerful music, we will leave you stunned
My mild style reclines
My relaxed personality shows in my music
I'm laid back
I am relaxed and easy-going
All that talk you need to save that
You should stop talking and listen to me
The payback is all the reason that I'm flexing
I am working hard to achieve success and recognition
The feds rocking like we X-Men
Our music has a powerful impact even on those in authority
You say you want action satisfaction
You want to be entertained and satisfied
The brothers with the positive reaction
We provide a positive response through our music
The crew with style that's on top of the pile
Our music is the best of the best
J5's gonna rock a long long while
Jurassic 5 will be successful for a long time
We get set
We are ready to perform
Who's up next to pull to a fast one
Who is ready to try and out-perform us
Lyrically connect the dots and then I blast one
I am able to connect my words and create a powerful message
Now who wants action satisfaction
Who is ready to be entertained and satisfied
Lyrics remind you of bass I'm everlasting
My words are powerful and will be remembered forever
Casting plagues my styles crossing the switchblades
My unique style is causing a stir in the rap world
My momma shoulda named me Grace cause I'm amazingly
I am incredibly talented and graceful in my music
Blazing with the fire and desire
I am passionate about my music and bring a fiery performance
I'm world renowned I gets down to the wire
I am famous around the world and give it my all
If any child of mine gets out a line boastin'
If anyone tries to brag or show off, I won't allow it
My style of rhyme covers you like calamine lotion
My words are soothing and healing for the soul
Lifted out like vine motion I spend time stroking
I take my time to perfect my craft
You still drink a dime potion and dime boasting
You are still wasting time and bragging
But now my rhymes open brims a spirituality
My words have a deeper meaning and spiritual significance
We be giving power that you can share with your family
Our music has the power to bring people together and inspire
Aerodynamically cutting through danger
We are able to effortlessly overcome obstacles
Ripping your narrow mentality nothing but flavor
We are breaking down the norms and changing the game
The moral of my oral ammunition rendition
The message behind my performance is powerful
Tuna fish on a Marc seven collision
Two unlikely things coming together in an explosive way
We be forever keeping niggas on they P’s and Q’s
We always have people paying attention and on their toes
And the be’s who snooze leave diseased and bruised
Those who ignore us will regret it
I see through your crews like an x-ray tube
I can see past the facade and into the truth
And gamma rayed your function
I am exposing your weaknesses and flaws
Left you with assumption
You are left with false beliefs
That we be the butter clique
We are the best in the rap world
We smothered with the action satisfaction that's guaranteed to be Jurassic
Our performance will leave you completely satisfied and impressed, guaranteed by Jurassic 5
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: EDWARD K. ARCHER, HOWARD A. THOMPSON, ALAN STANLEY TEW, LUCAS CHRISTIAN MACFADDEN, CHARLES L. STEWART, DANTE LAMAR GIVENS, COURTENAY D. HENDERSON, MARK ALI POTSIC, MARC F. STUART
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