Last month, dead prez headed back to Tallahassee where they first met in 1990. They played a 4/20 show for FAMU students and linked up with an up-and-coming Florida crew, Nefa Zoo. The duo recorded a new track with one of Nefa Zoo’s members, Tr!x. This was the first song they recorded in Tallahassee since the 90′s. The collaboration resulted in “Time Travel,” a spaced-out track unlike anything dead prez has been a part of before.
stic.man and M-1 sound right at home on this one. stic.man spits a hot 16 about his new love — running and M-1 raps about traveling through time. Tr!x provides the hook, and all together, the three sound right at home on this track. “Time Travel” is the first single off of Tr!x’s new mixtape dropping this summer, Free The Animals.
Be sure to follow Tr!x on Twitter and the rest of Nefa Zoo to stay updated.
Time Travel
dead prez Lyrics
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I just wanna time travel, to know what I don't know
See what I wanna see, feel what I wanna feel
Be what I wanna be, I tell ‘em what’s right and what’s real
See what I wanna see, feel what I wanna feel
Be what I wanna be, I tell ‘em what’s right and what’s real
I'm Zen'd up and I'm zoned out
Wake up in the morning, throw my sneakers on
Hit the streets and go all out
Beat the concrete, magic carpet
Through the neighbourhood, through the project
Getting them hours and pass the college
No withdrawals without deposits
Feel that wind on my face, I'm Tommy Smith in '68
Fixed up, touch the sky, feels great, natural high
Sweat dripping down the block, healthy life, I’m out the box
When I run I'm in bliss baby, feel so good I don't wanna stop
Free my lungs of that marijuana,
Get my burn like a marathoner, Sunday hotter than Arizona
Time travel anywhere I wanna
I’m a long distance runner
I just wanna time travel, to know what I don't know
I just wanna time travel, to know what I don't know
See what I wanna see, feel what I wanna feel
Be what I wanna be, I tell ‘em what’s right and what’s real
See what I wanna see, feel what I wanna feel
Be what I wanna be, I tell ‘em what’s right and what’s real
All seeing, all knowing, so free and mind blowing
Omnipotent, magnificent, liberated, feel mad different
We all talented, all gifted, tap into this raw spirit, it's unlimited
So call it a vivid suspension, expansion another dimension
Free from the box that we're trapped in
We bout to blast off, are you strapped in?
T minus and counting, imagine the ocean, the deserts, the glaciers, the clouds and the mountains
See what I wanna see, feel what I wanna feel
Be what I wanna be, to know what’s right and what’s real
Invincible, unshakable, earth quaking but unbreakable
Unstoppable, don't stop until there’s no rock a few, now I got the joke
I come from the jungle, I drink from the fountain
I looked and I found this, as innocent Roberts
who died and backed out to the big bang
15’s of guap, we doing big things
Until the fat lady sang
I just wanna time travel, to know what I don't know
I just wanna time travel, to know what I don't know
See what I wanna see, feel what I wanna feel
Be what I wanna be, I tell ‘em what’s right and what’s real
See what I wanna see, feel what I wanna feel
Be what I wanna be, I tell ‘em what’s right and what’s real
I'm Zen'd up and I'm zoned out zoned out zoned out
I tell ‘em what’s right and what’s real
I'm Zen'd up and I'm zoned out zoned out zoned out
I tell ‘em what
I tell ‘em what’s right and what’s real
I'm Zen'd up and I'm zoned out zoned out zoned out
I just wanna time travel, to know what I don't know
I'm Zen'd up and I'm zoned out zoned out zoned out
I just wanna time travel, to know what I don't know
Still evolving, adapting, changing
Time is moving, let’s embrace it
Past conditions, forward motion
Prohibition, the way it’s open
Ancient wisdom, the tribe has spoken
Let the circle be unbroken
Eye of Horus, wake the Buddha
Mayan calendar – see the future
Higher consciousness, revolution
Evolution, the better humans
God particles, spirit molecules
Science turned, so what? These already knew
Hieroglyphics, ancient temples
Know our self, infinite potential
Boundless options beyond the doctrines
We are the universe, break your boxes
Let’s go
I just wanna time travel, to know what I don't know
I just wanna time travel, to know what I don't know
See what I wanna see, feel what I wanna feel
Be what I wanna be, I tell ‘em what’s right and what’s real
See what I wanna see, feel what I wanna feel
Be what I wanna be, I tell ‘em what’s right and what’s real
I'm Zen'd up and I'm zoned out zoned out zoned out.
Dead Prez's "Time Travel" reflects the universal desire to explore the unknown and learn about oneself. The lyrics express a longing to travel through time and experience things that have yet to be discovered. The song touches on the topic of transcendence, urging listeners to become aware of their own consciousness and the infinite potential that lies within. Furthermore, the ideas of liberation, revolution and evolution are espoused, as the lyrics evoke the notion of self-discovery, self-realization and breaking away from societal conformity.
The lyrics’ reference to Tommy Smith’s Olympic salute in 1968 is indicative of the song’s message to break free from systemic oppression and inequality. The line "be what I wanna be, I tell ‘em what’s right and what’s real” asserts the need to act in congruence with one’s true self, rather than conforming to societal norms or expectations. The allusions to famous historical figures such as Buddha, Horus and Mayans, validate the idea that there’s an abundance of knowledge in the universe, that voices through time, waiting for whoever seeks it, to discover and be empowered.
The song's message is reflective of Dead Prez’s activism in promoting political and social change through their music. It encourages listeners to challenge societal norms and explore new frontiers of the mind, body, and spirit. The song’s upbeat tempo and rhythmic flow blend together with the lyrics to create a positive atmosphere and inspire hope.
Line by Line Meaning
I just wanna time travel, to know what I don't know
I want to travel back in time to gain knowledge that I currently lack
See what I wanna see, feel what I wanna feel
I want to witness and experience what I desire
Be what I wanna be, I tell ‘em what’s right and what’s real
I want to have the freedom to express myself and share what is true
I'm Zen'd up and I'm zoned out
I am feeling calm and disconnected from the outside world
Tapped in to my own route
I have found my own path and way of doing things
Beat the concrete, magic carpet
I am running through the city streets as if on a magic carpet
Through the neighbourhood, through the project
I am exploring all areas of the community
No withdrawals without deposits
I know that I must give in order to receive
Feel that wind on my face, I'm Tommy Smith in '68
I am running with freedom and passion like the famous Olympic athlete Tommy Smith
Fixed up, touch the sky, feels great, natural high
I am feeling euphoric and energized
Sweat dripping down the block, healthy life, I’m out the box
I am proud of my active and healthy lifestyle that sets me apart from the norm
Free my lungs of that marijuana,
I want to quit smoking marijuana
Get my burn like a marathoner, Sunday hotter than Arizona
I want to exercise like a marathon runner and feel energized on even the hottest of days
Time travel anywhere I wanna
I have the power to mentally time travel to any location, past or future
All seeing, all knowing, so free and mind blowing
I am feeling powerful and liberated mentally
Omnipotent, magnificent, liberated, feel mad different
I am feeling all-powerful and different
We all talented, all gifted, tap into this raw spirit, it's unlimited
We all have talent and potential, and we can access an unlimited source of creative energy
Call it a vivid suspension, expansion another dimension
I am expanding my awareness to new dimensions and realities
Free from the box that we're trapped in
We are no longer limited by societal norms and expectations
T minus and counting, imagine the ocean, the deserts, the glaciers, the clouds and the mountains
I am preparing to launch into new experiences and imagine the beauty of different landscapes
Invincible, unshakable, earth quaking but unbreakable
I feel strong and confident despite challenges
Unstoppable, don't stop until there’s no rock a few, now I got the joke
I am unstoppable and won't stop until every obstacle is overcome
I come from the jungle, I drink from the fountain
I come from a rough background but have found hope and nourishment
I looked and I found this, as innocent Roberts who died and backed out to the big bang
I have discovered the knowledge of innocent Roberts, who died before his time but knew the secrets of the universe
15’s of guap, we doing big things
I am making money and living large
Still evolving, adapting, changing
I am constantly growing and changing
Time is moving, let’s embrace it
We should accept the passing of time and appreciate each moment
Prohibition, the way it’s open
Even though something may be prohibited, there is always a way to find freedom and openness
Ancient wisdom, the tribe has spoken
We can learn from the ancient wisdom passed down by our ancestors and tribes
Eye of Horus, wake the Buddha
We can learn from different spiritual traditions and teachers
Mayan calendar – see the future
We can predict and prepare for future events by studying the Mayan calendar
Science turned, so what? These already knew
Some knowledge has been understood long before science could confirm it
Know our self, infinite potential
We should explore and understand ourselves, recognizing that we have unlimited potential
We are the universe, break your boxes
We are all connected and part of a larger universe, and we should break free from limiting beliefs
Let’s go
Let's move forward and take action towards our goals
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network
Written by: ANTHONY CLARKE, CLAYTON ANGELO GAVIN, KIRHAN PATEL, LAVONNE ALFORD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
headoneastmusic
Keep coming back to this one, such a transcendent and positive vibe.
elanpedisic123
tap into this raw spirit its unlimited some call it a vivid suspension expansion another dimension free from the box that we trapped in
Its Yona!
Dead Prez has blown my mind with this new album. Much love to these dudes, not often you come across an album that... Damn... Please excuse the loss of words, thank you DP, thank you
bellydanza85
Probably my favourite track from this album.
Jenny Lee
tr!x kills the hook, i think we're gonna start hearing about him soon..
misuccessnow
Dope track👍
Le Criss F Smith
Interesting how we lack the vision and impetus to move forward---expecting the same ish, same sound, same look, etc. The music and lyrics for the joint go hand---next level! its time to look within to move forward--the something the god Rakim was speaking on in his song "The Ghetto." "The 3rd Eye seen all of that--It ain't where you from, its where you at." Great Music and the entire CD is nice!!!!!
QueenSGRHO
Zenned up and Zoned Out!!! Makes you Wanna Workout!!!
Ahmed S
This is a more refined dead prez, the entire album is a continuation from RBG , and an evolution from Let's get free. It doesn't always have to be doom and gloom.
George Bisak
This song gets me pumped every time!