As We Enter

Damian "Junior Gong" Marley, Damian Marley, Nas

About As We Enter

"As We Enter" is the first single from Nas and Damian Marley's collaboration album, Distant Relatives. The track is produced by Damian Marley. There are no full verses in the song, but rather Nas and Damian Marley rap in call-and-response fashion. The track contains samples of Mulatu Astatke's song "Yegelle Tezeta".


Year:
2010
2:28
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As we enter, come let we take you on to dig this adventure
Must be dementia that you ever thought you could touch our credentials
What's the initials? Q-B Jamrock the lyrical officials
Send out the order, laws, and the rituals
Burn candles, say prayers, paint murals
It is truth we big news we hood heroes
Put ass to anchor, we come to conquer
I not badman, we not play Willy Wonka
And I got the guns, I got the ganja
And we could blaze it up on your block if you want to
Or haze it up stash-box in a Hummer
Or you could run up and get done up
Or get something that you want none of
Unlimited amount you collect from us
Direct from us, street intellectuals
And I'm shrewd about decimals and my man'll speak Patois
And I can speak rap star, y'all feel me
Even if it's in Swahili or body Ghani
Masuri Sana, switch up the language and move to Ghana
Salute and honor, real revolution rhymers
Rhythm piranhas, like two Obamas, unfold the drama

Word is out, hysteria you heard about
Nas and Jr. Gong came to turn it out
Body the verses till they scream "murder" out
The kings is back time to return the crown
Who want it? Tuck your chain, we're due coming
Renegades that'll peel you back like new hundreds
Bet your jewels on it you don't want to lose on it
Either move on or move on it

Queens to Kingston gunshot we use and govern the kingdom
Rise up to Winstead I can see the fear up in your eyes, realize you can die any instant
And I can hear the sound of your voice when you must lose your life like mice in the kitchen
Snitching, I can see him pissing on his-self and he wetting up his thighs and he trying to resist it
Switching, I can smell him digging up shit like a fly, come around, and keep persisting
That's how you end up in a hit list
In a bad man business
No evidence
Crime scene, fingerprint-less
Flow effortless
Casual like the weekends
No pressure when
We're comfy and decent
We set this off beasting
Hunting season
And, frankly speaking

Word is out, hysteria you heard about
Nas and Jr. Gong came to turn it out
Body the verses till they scream "murder" out
The kings is back time to return the crown
Who want it? Tuck your chain, we're due coming
Renegades that'll peel you back like new hundreds
Bet your jewels on it you don't want to lose on it
Either move on or move on it

Word is out, hysteria you heard about
Nas and Jr. Gong came to turn it out
Body the verses till they scream "murder" out
The kings is back time to return the crown
Who want it? Tuck your chain, we're due coming
Renegades that'll peel you back like new hundreds
Bet your jewels on it you don't want to lose on it
Either move on or move on it

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Nas

Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones ( /nɑːˈsɪər/; born September 14, 1973), better known mononymously as Nas ( /ˈnɑːz/), is an American rapper and actor. He is also the son of jazz musician Olu Dara. Nas has released eight consecutive platinum and multi-platinum albums since 1994, four of which topped the Billboard charts upon release and has sold over thirteen-million records in the United States alone. Nas was also part of the hip hop supergroup The Firm, which released one album under Dr. Dre's record label Aftermath. Aside from rapping, Nas is also an occasional actor and has appeared in feature films such as Hype Williams' directorial debut Belly, Ticker and In Too Deep and the television show Hawaii Five-0. more »

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Written by: DAMIAN ROBERT NESTA MARLEY, JAMAAL ANWAR SUBLETT, MULATU ASTATKE, NASIR JONES

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group

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20 facts about this song

Artist Information
"As We Enter" is a song by American rapper Nas, whose real name is Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones.
Collaboration
The song features Damian Marley, a Jamaican reggae artist and the youngest son of international music legend Bob Marley.
Album
"As We Enter" is the lead single from their collaboration album "Distant Relatives," which is a fusion of Hip Hop and reggae.
Release Date
The single was released on March 23, 2010.
Production
The song was produced by Damian Marley and his brother, Stephen Marley.
Chart Position
"As We Enter" peaked at number 41 on the UK Singles Chart.
Theme
The song addresses sociopolitical issues, reflecting both Nas's and Damian Marley's signature styles.
Musical Style
"As We Enter" is recognized for its upbeat tempo and unique blend of reggae and Hip Hop.
Credits
Nas and Damian Marley are credited as the songwriters, along with Stephen Marley.
Critic Reception
The song received wide critical acclaim for its infectious energy, lyrical depth, and groundbreaking fusion of musical genres.
Lyrics
Notable for having no chorus, "As We Enter" features verse after verse of Nas and Marley trading lines.
Video
The music video for "As We Enter," directed by Nabil Elderkin, juxtaposes the vibrant energy of the track with stark, monochrome visuals.
Live Performances
Since the release of the song, Nas and Damian Marley have performed it during various concerts and music festivals worldwide.
Awards/Nominations
Although it didn't win any awards, "As We Enter" helped boost the prominence of the "Distant Relatives" album which was hailed as groundbreaking.
Legacy
Many critics hailed "As We Enter" as a brilliant example of genre fusion, contributing to it being regarded as a classic song in both the Hip Hop and Reggae genres.
Sales
The "Distant Relatives" album, which "As We Enter" is a part of, sold over 57,000 copies in its first week of release.
Soundtrack Appearance
The song appears on the soundtrack for the video game, "FIFA 11."
Covers/Remixes
Although there are no official remixes of the song, several artists have done covers and unofficial remixes of "As We Enter."
Public Response
The song was greatly appreciated by fans of both artists, appreciating the synergy and seamless blend of their distinct styles.
Influence
"As We Enter" helped pave the way for future collaborations between Hip Hop and Reggae artists.

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