1) Paris, a hip-hop artist… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name:
1) Paris, a hip-hop artist from San Francisco
2) Paris, now known as Paris Shadows, a hip-hop artist from Redding, CA.
3) Paris, an alternative rock band from Lowell, Massachusetts - PVRIS
4) Paris, a band from Sweden
5) Paris, the original name of Poison
6) Paris, a band from the U.K.
7) Paris, a US 70s rock band
8) Paris, a singer/songwriter from Norway
9) Paris, a sleazerock band from Australia
10) Paris, a band from... Paris with Nicolas Ker (RIP)
1) Paris (real name Oscar Jackson, Jr.; born October 29, 1967 in California) is a hip hop artist from San Francisco known for his militantly confrontational rapping, and especially the controversial track "Bush Killa." After earning a degree in economics from University of California-Davis, Paris founded Scarface Records but released his first single with Tommy Boy Records. "The Devil Made Me Do It" was his critically acclaimed debut 1990 LP; the title track was banned by MTV.
Paris' 1992 follow-up, "Sleeping With the Enemy", was not released due to the anti-George H. W. Bush track "Bush Killa" and the album's insert, featuring the artist waiting behind a tree, holding an assault rifle, as the president is waving to the crowd. Unable to find a distributor, Paris released it on Scarface Records and the album was a critical success though sales were slim (but successful by independent standards, at about 400,000 units). "Guerrilla Funk" (1994, 1994 in music) sold roughly 300,000 units, but his follow-up, "Unleashed" drew cries of selling out with its G funk sound, though the message still was one of unity and struggle against racial discrimination.
In 2003 he resurfaced with a new label, Guerrilla Funk Recordings. His most recent album is "Sonic Jihad" and continues his record of controversial album covers: it depicts a plane flying into the White House, and speaks on many topics, including the War on Terror, the war in Iraq, police brutality, black-on-black violence and conditions in inner-city communities. Included on the album are KAM, Dead Prez , and Public Enemy.
Most recently, Paris completed a project with Public Enemy, "Rebirth of a Nation" , a title taken from the 1915 film, Birth of a Nation, a racist portrayal of African Americans after the Civil War, glorifying the Ku Klux Klan. Although Chuck D is the primary vocal performer, Paris penned the bulk of the album which also features MC Ren, Immortal Technique, and the Conscious Daughters. This album is seen as a project separate from the discography of both Paris and Public Enemy.
3) Paris (born Paris Vasquez on February 17, 1994 in Redding, CA), named after the 1993 Cure album, released his debut album in 2018 and toured with Post Malone and 21 Savage the same year. He has been described as a "grittier Post Malone". Paris has changed his stage name to Paris Shadows.
3) Paris is...
Lynn Gunnulfsen - Guitar/vocals
Alex Babinski - Guitar
Brian MacDonald - Bass
Brad Griffin - Drums
Hailing from Lowell, Massachusetts, the four musicians that form the entity entitled Paris certainly have a fascinating story to share. Upon meeting in 2009 while partaking in a previous musical affair, vocalist and guitarist Lynn Gunnulfsen and drummer Brad Griffin soon met eye to eye on one thing: something didn’t feel quite right. Towards the end of their run together with their previous band, they met guitarist Alex Babinski. “When we met him and he and I were writing together it was just instant chemistry,” says Gunnulfsen. Soon after the band clicked with Babinski, they gracefully entered the studio to create the being in which rock n’ roll fans everywhere would soon begin to know as Paris.
5} Paris from Pennsylvania - Bret Michaels began his performing career with a basement band called Laser and, then, in 1979, joined longtime childhood friend Rikki Rockett to form a band called the Spectres. In 1980, Michaels and Rockett teamed up with Matt Smith and Bobby Dall to form the band Paris and the group started playing the club circuit, performing mostly rock cover songs in local bars. According to Vicky Hamilton, Poison's first manager, the band's sound at this time revolved around guitarist Smith, who was by far the best musician in the group. While Smith was responsible for music, Rockett and Michaels focused on the band's stage show and image. Paris formed a strong local following in Pennsylvania but saw little opportunity of larger success there, and the decision was made to move to Los Angeles. In March 1983, Paris changed their name to Poison and headed west to California
6) Paris In 1975, Bob Welch and Jimmy Robinson (recording engineer) formed the short-lived hard rock power trio Paris with ex Jethro Tull bassist Glenn Cornick and ex drummer Thom Mooney. Paris released two albums; Paris (produced by Jimmy Robinson (recording engineer)), and after Hunt Sales replaced Mooney, Big Towne 2061, produced by Bob Hughes. Sales' brother Tony subsequently replaced Cornick before the group split. The first album to this day is still selling as it been released 4 times; the second album not so well.
In a 1979 interview with People Magazine, Welch said that the two Paris albums were "ill-conceived." Because of the misfire of Paris, his finances had deteriorated until he had only $8,000 left. Mick Fleetwood and members of Fleetwood Mac would soon help him reinvigorate his career as a solo act.
Paris (with Nicolas Ker)
"Quinze ans … quinze ans qu’elle couve, cette maudite tempête … dans la tête de Nicolas Ker, enfant terrible et torturé qui écume les bas-fonds parisiens en quête de reconnaissance artistique. Le son escarpé et farouche de Paris se gorge de cette anxiété accumulée, une frustration renouvelée encore et toujours, celle de l’artiste convaincu à tort de ses imperfections, courant fiévreux sans fin après l’absolu sans jamais l’atteindre.
Rejoint dans son odyssée par Maxime Delpierre, Arnaud Roulin, et Michael Theis, enrichi des expériences Poni Hoax et Aladdin, ce digne héritier des romantiques noirs concrétise enfin son fracas intérieur. There is a storm est saturé de tension contenue sous la surface lisse des premiers morceaux conçus comme une entrée en matière calme traîtreusement. Le troisième morceau « My baby drove away » accélère la cadence alors que l’amour vient de s’enfuir
Ouf enfin la crise éclate, c’est qu’on se sent bien mieux en état de siège, dans l’urgence de la décomposition ! A partir de là l’album s’emballe comme un cheval au galop se précipitant vers le ravin dans la tourmente des éléments déchaînés. Lautréamont et Chateaubriand n’ont qu’à se bien tenir ! Le palpitant en bandoulière à la limite de la rupture, le quatuor Paris se métamorphose en chasse infernale, une chevauchée fantastique digne des chevaliers de l’Apocalypse.
« Up from a distance » et ses accents brisés d’Opéra de quat’sous, le caractère electro-funèbre de « The Cross-over », « The march of the wooden soldiers » très Rebotini dans ses envolées, … le Lp s’achève en apothéose sur les aveuglants « Serve me Lord » et « Wearing the mask », transes cathartiques propres à saisir les derviches tourneurs du monde entier. Le tout se lit comme une dramatisation complète de l’écriture musicale, une partition incendiaire dark au possible, qui se dévore comme un mets empoisonné, dans la chaleur du tonnerre."
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Break The Grip Of Shame
Paris Lyrics
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Pay close attention
And witness knowledge born on the microphone
for the people that I call my own
Remember back when good rap was just a cool dance hit
even though it wasn't saying (shit)
Well them days is gone I don't play that
Pick the punk and I'll say like wack
Hip-Hop lovers can't get enough of this
Black tracks on wax are so smooth
You can't get help but the thought to move
This is a call and a plea for unity
Black is back uplift and be free
Keep pushin, our movement moves on.. so strong, now
With a raised fist I resist
I don't burn, so don't you dare riff
or step to me, I'm strong and black and proud
And for the (bullshit) I ain't down
Life in the city's already rough enough
without some young sucka runnin up
You don't know me, so don't step
I roll to the right and then bust your lip
Paris is my name, I don't sleep
I drop science, and keep the peace
Here to bust this for better justice
Another dope Scarface release
This is a serious style for the gifted
Pro-black radical rap's uplifting
Still growing, the power's so strong
You can't stop it, now
[Malcolm X speech]
"We declare our right on this Earth
to be a man, to be a human being,
to be respected as a human being,
to be given the rights of a human being,
in this society on this earth in this day,
which we intend to bring into existence,
by any means necessary!"
Alright, let's start some mo' (shit)
Straight up on the movement tip
with forces strong as Allah's my third eye
Black is back and P-Dog'll never die
Who said that you can't do this
Can't be wise or be for the movement
Games I won't have so don't you play none
You'll see why when I'm gone
Skinheads end up dead cause I don't play
Brothers swarm under the form of Scarface
Round up, roll out, we'll roll em up like Rolo's
I stomp sixteen solo
Straight for the jugular, hope that I don't
swarm and bust a cap by night so
you just keep your place cause I won't stop
I'll keep pushin that movement rock when I..
In the opening verse of Paris's song "Break The Grip Of Shame," he encourages listeners to pay close attention and witness knowledge born on the microphone, which he aims to share with his people. He reminisces on the days when good rap was solely popular for its dance beats rather than its message, but now he asserts that serious Hip-Hop lovers cannot get enough of his music. Paris calls and pleads for unity, encouraging Black people to embrace their identity and uplift themselves by breaking free from shame. He even mentions that he won't tolerate any disrespect or negativity thrown his way.
The second verse of the song is a declaration of Paris's principles of resistance and his fight to promote justice in his lyrics. He refuses to be silent about the hardships that African Americans face, and he tackles issues head-on in his music. Paris also warns listeners not to get too close to him, lest they become a victim of his forceful nature. He identifies himself as an unrelenting force who speaks truth to power, and he won't stop fighting for what he believes in.
The song concludes with a sample of Malcolm X's famous speech, where he passionately declares Black people's right to be respected and given equal rights. Paris's song is a call to action, encouraging listeners to join the movement and fight for justice.
Line by Line Meaning
Enter into a new realm, a new dimension
We are embarking on a new path, a fresh start
Pay close attention
Listen intently to what is about to be said
And witness knowledge born on the microphone
The lyrics that follow will contain insightful wisdom
for the people that I call my own
This message is specifically for my fellow African Americans
Remember back when good rap was just a cool dance hit
There was a time when popular rap music lacked substance
even though it wasn't saying (shit)
Despite the fact that the lyrics were lacking in meaning
Well them days is gone I don't play that
We've moved past that era and now demand more substance
Pick the punk and I'll say like wack
I reject superficial, shallow rap
Stick with the sick style for the serious
I only appreciate rap that has a purpose and a message
Hip-Hop lovers can't get enough of this
True fans of the genre crave meaningful, thought-provoking rap
Black tracks on wax are so smooth
Black musicians have a unique, stylish sound that appeals to many
You can't get help but the thought to move
Their music is so captivating it's hard not to dance to it
This is a call and a plea for unity
I'm asking my fellow African Americans to come together
Black is back uplift and be free
Black culture is something to be proud of
Keep pushin, our movement moves on.. so strong, now
We must continue to fight for our rights and culture
With a raised fist I resist
I stand up against oppression
I don't burn, so don't you dare riff
My message won't go up in flames or fade away
or step to me, I'm strong and black and proud
Don't come at me disrespectfully, as I'm confident in my identity
And for the (bullshit) I ain't down
I won't tolerate lies or inauthenticity
Life in the city's already rough enough
Being a black person in an urban environment is already difficult
without some young sucka runnin up
I won't let some young punk make it worse
You don't know me, so don't step
Don't try to approach me without a proper introduction
I roll to the right and then bust your lip
If you push me too far, I won't hesitate to lash out
Paris is my name, I don't sleep
I'm always alert, ready to advocate for my people
I drop science, and keep the peace
My message is powerful and enlightening, but I'm not advocating for violence
Here to bust this for better justice
I'm fighting for a more just, fair society
Another dope Scarface release
I'm putting out another great piece of art
This is a serious style for the gifted
My music is meant for those who appreciate insightful, meaningful rap
Pro-black radical rap's uplifting
My music is part of a movement to promote black empowerment
Still growing, the power's so strong
Our movement is picking up momentum and can't be stopped
You can't stop it, now
Our movement is too powerful to be halted
"We declare our right on this Earth
Malcolm X's famous speech begins
to be a man, to be a human being,
We demand to be treated as equals
to be respected as a human being,
We demand dignity and fairness
to be given the rights of a human being,
We demand equal rights and opportunities
in this society on this earth in this day,
We demand these things now, not later
which we intend to bring into existence,
Our generation is going to make this happen
by any means necessary!"
We will do whatever it takes to achieve our goals
Alright, let's start some mo' (shit)
Let's keep fighting for change
Straight up on the movement tip
I'm focused on pushing the black liberation movement forward
with forces strong as Allah's my third eye
My resolve is strong and unbreakable
Black is back and P-Dog'll never die
The black culture and liberation movement won't be erased
Who said that you can't do this
I won't let anyone discourage me from fighting for change
Can't be wise or be for the movement
I refuse to accept that one can't be both intelligent and a fighter for justice
Games I won't have so don't you play none
I won't be manipulated or disrespected by anyone
You'll see why when I'm gone
My actions and legacy will speak for themselves
Skinheads end up dead cause I don't play
I won't let those who seek to harm us succeed
Brothers swarm under the form of Scarface
I'm part of a larger movement for black liberation
Round up, roll out, we'll roll em up like Rolo's
We will overcome our oppressors
I stomp sixteen solo
I stand tall and independent
Straight for the jugular, hope that I don't
I'm going straight for the most powerful enemies of progress
swarm and bust a cap by night so
I won't rest until we achieve our goals
you just keep your place cause I won't stop
Those who oppose us will never succeed
I'll keep pushin that movement rock when I..
I'll continue fighting for equality and justice until the end
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: OSCAR PKA PARIS JACKSON, George Jr. Clinton, Oscar Jerome Jackson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@markhouston2255
Paris, like most true artists, was way ahead of his time. Dude was beyond amazing.
@raymondk6721
you dawg dup how you be?
@reggaefan2700
He was a Rakim wanna-be.
@reggienoble3195
A song I'll never forget....The imagery, the intent...Definitely sparked my mind back in the day....Album gotta be like top 25 of all Hiphop albums...
@jacknjill3000
Used to have the 12” and got when it was new, but traded in 91. Today I found the 12” at this new used record store in SF and it only was $7. bc the ship owner didn’t know how hard this was to get or that it was old school hip hop classic. So after 33 years, I got it again.
Oh and I used to work at Star Records when this came out in 1990 and everyone bought this record.
@harvichsambo723
Truth .all the way over to the caribbean!!💪🏾🙏🏽
@velocity313
Thanks Eminem for mentioning Paris during your Hall of Fame Induction speech and making me remember how Dope Paris was.
@royw-g3120
Is.
@Cas469
Still in my top 3 this album..
@jeffkameny3711
Still the best!!!!!