Since 2011, the group consists of Diplo, Jillionaire and Walshy Fire. After… Read Full Bio ↴Since 2011, the group consists of Diplo, Jillionaire and Walshy Fire. After releasing their landmark LP Guns Don't Kill People...Lazers Do in 2009, the heroic production duo of Diplo and Switch found themselves boldly marching forwards toward the end of the aughts, conquering major milestones. From 2009 to 2011, the twosome toured extensively across the United States and the world, selling out shows and performing at some of music’s major festivals, including Coachella, Pitchfork, Sasquatch, Outside Lands, and Falls Music & Arts Festival.

In 2010, Major Lazer released Lazerproof, a free download mixtape with pop sensation La Roux, and Lazers Never Die, an EP featuring two new tracks and three remixes, including one by Thom Yorke. One of the foremost breakthroughs for Major Lazer during this time was the production collaboration with Beyoncé on her single “Run the World (Girls)”, which sampled their track “Pon de Floor." BeyoncÉ directly sought out Switch and Diplo, recognizing the fact that they were creating authentically innovative music and further cementing their status as a production team worthy of worldwide mainstream attention. As 2011 turned to 2012, Switch determined it best to pursue his own path, leaving Diplo in full control of Major Lazer.

As the sole executive producer of Major Lazer, Diplo continued to spearhead the current dancehall revival movement with the 2013 release Free The Universe. That album included collaborations with Bruno Mars, Tyga, Flux Pavilion, Wynter Gordon, Shaggy, Wyclef Jean, Ezra Koening from Vampire Weekend, Dev and more. Spin called the LP’s first single "Get Free" featuring Amber Coffman of Dirty Projectors, "a meeting point between Jamaica, West Africa, and Brooklyn."

Diplo (AKA Wesley Pentz) has risen through the ranks and has asserted himself as one of the most pioneering producers of the time. Through unending curiosity and exploration of the vast multitudes of the world’s musical heritages, Diplo has managed to seamlessly connect the global underground to the audio mainstream. He is the Grammy-nominated founder, owner and head honcho of Mad Decent records, which has not only garnered widespread critical and audience accolades since its inception, but has also deservedly earned a hefty reputation as a vanguard of groundbreaking releases. As Major Lazer, he retreated to Jamaica in 2012 to team up with producers Ariel Rechtshaid and Dre Skull on Snoop Lion's (Snoop Dogg) 2013 album "Reincarnated". Major Lazer was also featured on the title track from No Doubt's 2012 comeback album with famed dancehall artist Busy Signal and released an official remix for Hot Chip’s "Look At Where We Are".

Jet Blue Jet
Major Lazer Lyrics

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Gangsta, gangsta, gangsta

High like a jet like a jet blue jet

Major Lazer
You find this
Turn up loud

Can't hide from me, me say me born to be high
I was born to be, born to climb
Can't hide from me, me say me born to be high
I was born to be, born to climb

Gangsta
Dance to the rhythm

Gangsta, gangsta, gangsta
To the rhythm
Gangsta, gangsta, gangsta
To the rhythm
Gangsta, gangsta, gangsta
Get on Patron, run grab by your phone
Get on Patron, run grab by your phone
Get on Patron, run grab by your phone
Get on Patron, run grab by your phone
To the rhythm

Oh oh oh oh what a pity
Be smoking and joking until I talk stupidity
I am so higher than the city
Be fly in the clouds, what a view, so pretty
I'm such a bad boy, P Diddy
We got them notorious like Biggie
You smoke, smoke like a chu chu train
This, I grace, coming through the brain
To the brain
To the brain
To the brain
To the brain

In the sky, above the clouds
With the birds, with the birds
Sky, above the clouds
With the birds, with the birds

Can't hide from me, me say me born to be high
I was born to be, born to climb
Can't hide from me, me say me born to be high
I was born to be, born to climb

Gangsta, gangsta, gangsta
To the rhythm
Gangsta, gangsta, gangsta
To the rhythm
Gangsta, gangsta, gangsta
Get on Patron, run grab by your phone
Get on Patron, run grab by your phone
Get on Patron, run grab by your phone
Get on Patron, run grab by your phone
To the rhythm

Put them up! Hands up!
Put them up! Hands up!
Hands up! Put them up!
Hands up! Put them up!
Put them up! Hands up!
Put them up! Hands up!
Hands up! Put them up!
Hands up! Put them up!

High like a jet like a jet blue jet

You're rockin' with Major Lazer

Overall Meaning

The song "Jet Blue Jet" by Major Lazer is all about living life to the fullest and enjoying the freedom that comes with being high. The song talks about being born to climb and not caring about what others think, just dancing to the rhythm and enjoying the moment. The lyrics mention smoking and joking until talking stupidity, being high above the clouds with the birds, and feeling like a bad boy like P Diddy. The chorus repeats the phrase "Gangsta, gangsta, gangsta" to emphasize the feeling of rebelliousness and not conforming to societal norms.

The lyrics suggest that the song is about partying and indulging in vices, while enjoying the thrill of the moment. However, it's important to note that this does not necessarily reflect the views of the artists or the positive message they aim to share in their music. The song encourages listeners to let go of their inhibitions and live in the moment, without worrying about judgement or criticism.

Overall, "Jet Blue Jet" can be interpreted as a fun, upbeat anthem for those who just want to let loose, party, and enjoy life.

Line by Line Meaning

Gangsta, gangsta, gangsta
Emphasis on the gangsta lifestyle and music genre

High like a jet like a jet blue jet
Feeling elevated, like flying in a jet in the sky

Major Lazer
Referring to the artist, Major Lazer

You find this
This offering is designed for you

Turn up loud
Listen with high volume

Can't hide from me, me say me born to be high I was born to be, born to climb
Feeling called to be high and climb metaphorical heights

Gangsta Dance to the rhythm
Encouragement to dance to the beat while embracing the gangsta culture

Get on Patron, run grab by your phone To the rhythm
Get a drink of Patron and hold your phone while dancing to the beat

Oh oh oh oh what a pity Be smoking and joking until I talk stupidity I am so higher than the city Be fly in the clouds, what a view, so pretty I'm such a bad boy, P Diddy We got them notorious like Biggie You smoke, smoke like a chu chu train This, I grace, coming through the brain To the brain
Feeling high and confused, seeing a beautiful view from the clouds and identifying with famous rap artists

In the sky, above the clouds With the birds, with the birds Sky, above the clouds With the birds, with the birds
Metaphorical journey through the sky with the birds

Put them up! Hands up! Hands up! Put them up!
Presumably indicating to put one's hands in the air while dancing

High like a jet like a jet blue jet You're rockin' with Major Lazer
Feeling high and excited while listening to Major Lazer

Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Cloud9
Written by: THOMAS WESLEY PENTZ, JULIO C MEJIA, CRAIG JOMO PARKS, MATTHEW VAN TOTH

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