As We Enter
Damian "Junior Gong" Marley, Damian Marley, Nas
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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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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.
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CollaborationThe song features Damian Marley, a Jamaican reggae artist and the youngest son of international music legend Bob Marley.
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Album"As We Enter" is the lead single from their collaboration album "Distant Relatives," which is a fusion of Hip Hop and reggae.
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Release DateThe single was released on March 23, 2010.
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ProductionThe song was produced by Damian Marley and his brother, Stephen Marley.
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Chart Position"As We Enter" peaked at number 41 on the UK Singles Chart.
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ThemeThe song addresses sociopolitical issues, reflecting both Nas's and Damian Marley's signature styles.
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Musical Style"As We Enter" is recognized for its upbeat tempo and unique blend of reggae and Hip Hop.
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CreditsNas and Damian Marley are credited as the songwriters, along with Stephen Marley.
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Critic ReceptionThe song received wide critical acclaim for its infectious energy, lyrical depth, and groundbreaking fusion of musical genres.
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LyricsNotable for having no chorus, "As We Enter" features verse after verse of Nas and Marley trading lines.
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VideoThe music video for "As We Enter," directed by Nabil Elderkin, juxtaposes the vibrant energy of the track with stark, monochrome visuals.
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Live PerformancesSince the release of the song, Nas and Damian Marley have performed it during various concerts and music festivals worldwide.
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Awards/NominationsAlthough it didn't win any awards, "As We Enter" helped boost the prominence of the "Distant Relatives" album which was hailed as groundbreaking.
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LegacyMany 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.
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SalesThe "Distant Relatives" album, which "As We Enter" is a part of, sold over 57,000 copies in its first week of release.
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Soundtrack AppearanceThe song appears on the soundtrack for the video game, "FIFA 11."
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Covers/RemixesAlthough there are no official remixes of the song, several artists have done covers and unofficial remixes of "As We Enter."
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Public ResponseThe song was greatly appreciated by fans of both artists, appreciating the synergy and seamless blend of their distinct styles.
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Influence"As We Enter" helped pave the way for future collaborations between Hip Hop and Reggae artists.
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