SJ and fellow OFB members, Bandokay and Double Lz, burst onto the scene in late 2018 with their debut track ‘Bad B On The Nizz’ which currently has 1.6 million views.
Their reputation only began to grow following this as they released numerous hits such as ‘Reality’, ‘Purge’ and ‘Ambush’. They also featured in a memorable ‘Next Up?’ freestyle which currently has 3.5 million views.
SJ is present on first album of OFB "Fronstreet".
On June 2, 2019, SJ released his debut solo track called ‘Youngest In Charge’, this has proven to be a huge hit and has surpassed the 10 million view mark.
SJ biggest hit is the song "Youngest In Charge". Recently the members of OFB (Double Lz, Bandokay, Deezie & Izzpot) did a remix of the song.
His latest release is the song "Choppa".
On May 16, 2019, SJ was arrested and charged with the murder of a 20-year-old man. SJ was then found guilty of the murder in December, 2019.
Currently in 2021, SJ is serving time for the murder of Kamali Gabbidon-Lynck (WoodGreen) aka K1. Currently his sentence is until September 25, 2038. On March 25, 2021, SJ had his sentence reduced by 2 years less, thus having his sentence until 2038 and no longer 2040. In 2024 he will have another chance to lower his sentence.
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I AM
SJ Lyrics
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I am counting pennies duckin' calls staring at walls stripped down naked soul socks and a bow
I am calling foes missing friends watching lives end trying to find where the new lines begin
I am crossing fingers flipping cards wondering why wondering why truth itself is the best lie
I am paying to lose, I'm paying to win, I'm paying with their fake prayers, but mostly my so-called sins
I pay them so they don't, I pay them so they do
And for just a little more I can't stay deaf, dumb, blind, lost and confused
I am falling down forgetting to sleep I lose my head at least five days a week
I am chasing away wolves and woes and girls who knows, caught the ball forgot how to throw
I am finding rhythm melody and notes I wonder why wonder why heavy never floats
I am fixin' scores clearing drawers settling wars 'cause tomorrow I won't be here anymore
I am paying to choose, I'm paying to breathe, I am paying with magic tokens and one teaspoon of magic beads
I pay them so they don't, I pay them so they do
And for just a little more I can stay deaf, dump, blind, lost and confused
Well, I am paying to lose, I'm paying to win, I'm paying with their fake prayers, but mostly my so-called sins
I pay them so they don't, I pay them so they don't
And for just a little more I can't stay deaf, dumb, blind, lost and confused
I am sitting around wonder why wonder why it is that I can swim but I can't fly
I am counting pennies ducking calls staring at walls stripped down naked soul socks and a bow
Hmmm, yeah, yeah, yeah I am finding rhythm melody and notes wondering why wondering why heavy never floats
I am fixin' scores clearing drawers settling wars 'cause tomorrow I won't be here anymore
I am I am I am I, I am I am I am I, I am I am I am I, I am
The lyrics of SJ's song 'I Am' explore feelings of confusion, disillusionment and desperation. The opening lines convey a sense of frustration and inadequacy as the singer wonders why they are able to do one thing but not another. This could be interpreted more deeply as a metaphor for feeling restricted and unable to reach one's full potential. The imagery of counting pennies, staring at walls and being stripped down to a bare soul suggest a sense of being trapped, exposed and vulnerable.
The remainder of the lyrics explore the idea of feeling powerless and controlled by outside forces, whether it be friends, foes or society as a whole. The theme of paying money to gain control or escape troubles is repeated throughout the song, highlighting the singer's desperation. The hints at religious language ("fake prayers," "magic tokens") suggest that the singer is grappling with larger existential questions of morality and purpose.
The final lines of the song, where the singer repeats "I am," can be interpreted in a variety of ways. It could be seen as a declaration of identity and self-awareness, or it could suggest a sense of being trapped and defined by one's circumstances. Overall, the lyrics of 'I Am' provide a raw and honest exploration of feeling lost and disconnected in a world that seems to demand so much of us.
Line by Line Meaning
I am sitting around wonder why wonder why it is that I can swim but I can't fly
I am questioning the reasons behind my limitations and abilities, wondering why I can do some things but not others.
I am counting pennies duckin' calls staring at walls stripped down naked soul socks and a bow
I am dealing with financial struggles, avoiding calls and feeling exposed and vulnerable.
I am calling foes missing friends watching lives end trying to find where the new lines begin
I am experiencing conflict with some people while also feeling the loss of others, and attempting to navigate new beginnings.
I am crossing fingers flipping cards wondering why wondering why truth itself is the best lie
I am relying on luck while questioning whether the truth is really the best option in some situations.
I am paying to lose, I'm paying to win, I'm paying with their fake prayers, but mostly my so-called sins
I am investing in both success and failure, but also giving into manipulative tactics and guilt surrounding my actions.
I pay them so they don't, I pay them so they do And for just a little more I can't stay deaf, dumb, blind, lost and confused
I bribe others to either do or not do something, in order to avoid feeling ignorant or directionless.
I am falling down forgetting to sleep I lose my head at least five days a week
I am struggling with basic self-care, experiencing mental instability on a regular basis.
I am chasing away wolves and woes and girls who knows, caught the ball forgot how to throw
I am trying to rid myself of problems and negative influences, but also feeling confused and unable to accomplish goals.
I am finding rhythm melody and notes I wonder why wonder why heavy never floats
I am discovering beauty in music, but also questioning why difficult things seem to weigh me down.
I am fixin' scores clearing drawers settling wars 'cause tomorrow I won't be here anymore
I am trying to resolve past issues and conflicts, knowing that my future is uncertain.
I am paying to choose, I'm paying to breathe, I am paying with magic tokens and one teaspoon of magic beads
I am struggling with making choices and simply surviving, resorting to desperate measures for help.
I pay them so they don't, I pay them so they do And for just a little more I can stay deaf, dump, blind, lost and confused
I resort to bribes again in order to maintain my ignorance and disorientation.
Well, I am paying to lose, I'm paying to win, I'm paying with their fake prayers, but mostly my so-called sins
Repetitive line from earlier in the song, discussing the internal conflict between success and failure, manipulative tactics, and feelings of guilt.
I pay them so they don't, I pay them so they don't And for just a little more I can't stay deaf, dumb, blind, lost and confused
Repetitive line from earlier in the song, expressing the continued reliance on bribes to avoid unpleasant realities.
I am sitting around wonder why wonder why it is that I can swim but I can't fly
Repetitive line from earlier in the song, reflecting on the earlier questioning of one's limitations and abilities.
I am counting pennies ducking calls staring at walls stripped down naked soul socks and a bow Hmmm, yeah, yeah, yeah I am finding rhythm melody and notes wondering why wondering why heavy never floats I am fixin' scores clearing drawers settling wars 'cause tomorrow I won't be here anymore I am I am I am I, I am I am I am I, I am I am I am I, I am
Conclusion of the song, combining several themes such as financial struggles, self-discovery through music, and the need to resolve issues before it's too late.
Contributed by Thomas A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.