Say Nuttin

As you probably know i'm kinda sometimeish with this bloggin thannng, (and just about everything else in life) but this is a little something i wrote in the hours of insomnia i have been experiencing of late..thought id give twitter a break lol.. Hope you like.

I decided to call this blog 'Say Nuttin' as its a phrase or term that people have become increasingly familiar with. I've overheard it being used in the most irrelevant of situations and if we're honest,due to the common and regular use of the phrase a lot of people actually take no notice at all of its instructive nature. How many times have you said 'Say Nuttin' or 'Say no more' and the person you are talking to swiftly resumes talking ?

Anyway. As most of you are aware I have a long held love affair with words : there meanings, there origins, there sound and there POWER. I was thinking today about 'Saying Nuttin' and how many of us forget how profound and powerful it can really be.

I personally have made the mistake on countless occasions of saying too much. Sometimes this is a quest or plight to gain understanding and empathy in situations ie: feeling that if I fully explain my self, my situation or my actions then somebody else will connect, relate and I will be understood. I think there is a part of this in everyone. We all exist in this same earth plain and to exist and feel feelings, hold opinions and think thoughts without expression can and probably would lead a person to feel powerless, isolated and removed from society. In some cases peoples need to express and say something is spontaneous and similar to a bottle of coke that has been shaken. They experience life, get shaken up, dropped, hurt and when the lid gets taken off, whatever comes out is uncontrollable sometimes offensive, unnecessary or on the other hand astounding.

There are a variety of reasons that a person can be outspoken or have a lot to say but I have been thinking a lot over the past few days about the change in recent years of how people express, there overwhelming almost obsessive need to express and how they sometimes say too much which leaves them open and gives them enough rope to hang themselves and sometimes 'Say Nuttin'.

People that are familiar with the book '48 Laws of Power' by Robert Greene will know that Law 4 is 'Always Say Less Than Necessary'. This law coincides very nicely with what I'm writing about. I feel we are currently living in 'The age of self expression'. There are so many outlets for people to speak and express through (this blog being one of them) all you have to do is log on to facebook or twitter to see the mixed bag of comments,phrases and banter that can lead you to a conclusion pretty quickly of a persons character. I personally love it, I find it funny, random and in a way unifying that we can all get to know each other in such a way BUT don't you ever think 'What if there was no such thing as the internet or facebook or twitter?' 'Would we all feel such an overwhelming urge to express?' Or 'would we say less,do more and be somewhat more empowered?' Questions Questions Questions.. :o)

Quote: Oysters open completely when the moon is full; and when the crab sees one it throws a piece of stone or seaweed into it and the oyster cannot close again so that it serves the crab for meat. Such is the fate of him who opens his mouth too much and thereby puts himself at the mercy of the listener. (Leonardo Da Vinci 1452 - 1519)

Over the ages appearing indifferent and keeping talk to a minimum has been consistent in great leaders, kings and historic figures. They worked more commonly in actions than in words and gained respect because although nobody knew there inner thoughts and opinions, they protected, guided and succesfully served the people. Louis XIV for example was a man of few words, described as a closed book by many. When he was consulted by ministers and courtiers to discuss matters of importance, he would actively listen and welcome there detailed accounts or perspectives yet not comment until they had concluded and more often than not, his comment would be ' I shall see'.
In keeping his words short and direct he retained power because the individuals consulting him were uncertain of the outcome but still held respect for him. He would always act and make a result afterwards and that kept him in the peoples favour. As Robert Greene says in 48 Laws 'No one could try to deceive him by saying what they thought he wanted to hear, because no one knew what he wanted to hear'

I'm unsure of whether its just the way I am or whether my opinionated, strong spirited mother or the fact I'm cancerian, contribute to my outspoken temperament and constant need to express. I guess in ways its a beautiful thing but the art of 'Saying Nuttin' is one I am keen to master. A work in progress. So hear what I say but more importantly WATCH WHAT I DO.

Nothing is ever as it seems.

Peace and Blessings. Jai

Its been a while...

YOOOOOO!..

Its been a MINUTE.. a few pages of my life have turned since I was last up on here. Thank you for the heaps of messages/tweets etc while I was gone, Its nice to know you're loved and it was nothing personal. I just had to step back and deal with a few things, its nuts sometimes you find clarity in the toughest of situations. And im glad to say, a lot of clarity has been found.

So whats New ? Musically, not as much as should be new but i've got big plans and couple suprises in store for you. Ive been keeping my 'feature' game tight tho, Look out for yours truly on Capital R, Pariz 1, Genesis Elijah, K Koke, Big Cakes 's new releases... in fact.. Look out for those Releases.. There gonna be Big!

Anyways! LISTEN.. I'm out
Just keeping you all informed

Keep Focussed .. Love, Peace and Jelly Beans

X

Hmmm Not too good at this am i ??

Whats going on Blogerooners ??..
I thought this whole blog thing would be much easier than it actually is, I cant believe some people actually find time to do this every day or a couple of times a day, cos I'm just about mnaging once a month..

Well here's this month/week/day's offering.. Hope ya like..

Well since the release of 'ON MY JAI'S-THE PRELUDE' I've been kinda flat out, trying to MAKE IT HAPPEN.. I made that my motto at the beginning of august, like kinda affirmed it to myself and Ive seen some real changes. Like a sort of renewed clarity, although some of the things havent seemed like blessings at the time, they have turned out to be just that.

I've been writing some new bits and bobs.. working with a few SICK producers ( Shouts to Dego Brown / Self Taught / Dojo ) Also written some piff with my boy Vivid... He's Hard.. If you dont know about him you need to be checking my myspace top friends.. Also working with a female vocalist known as Jaide Green who's one to watch out for, urrrrmmmm who else ?? Ohhh LoDGE !! Big up my boy Logic he's grinding at the moment and his work rate and creativity serves as a constant inspiration to me
... so MUSICALLY things are cooking nicely.

What Else ???...Well... I've nearly completed my tutor training now... and will hopefully be teaching my first course soon, Ive been reading a lot into Reiki Healing also n I'm feeling drawn to it with a passion so I'm feeling that will be my next quest.. You know im always on one ..

What Else??... Hmmm Im tired... Waffling like a muufuka

Nite people... Mwah x

A week in September...

Well Well Well..
The leaves are falling off the trees and its kinda chappin' and the month is 9 !! September, theres something refreshing about this time of year in my opinion.. like that tired feeling you get when get back to your apartment after a day at the beach..(YEAAAH I KNOW IM CRAZY) like people slow down a lil bit and prepare to stay home a bit more.. and the hype of summer seems to dissolve into a cosy evening in front of the TV..

But BOIIII... i aint ready to slow down just yet in fact this week has been manic..
Tuesday 08/09/09 I celebrated the release of ON MY JAI'S-THE PRELUDE my first solo release... we had a launch party @ Stanza in west london with performances from me, Nutty P, Cross Bone T, Genesis Elijah, Pariz 1, Wordplay..Snuff & Bounce held it down on the decks and it was a real vibesy night.. I felt i celebrated my release nicely.. THEN.. on wednesday 09/09/09 ON MY JAI'S-THE PRELUDE was in stores, ITUNES.. EVERYWHERE.. and since then my email, phone, facebook and everything else has been crazy.. If you havent got it yet... why not ?? Thats my baby right there, a lil taste of what I'm about and who I am. I feel as an artist its good to have your record represent you to the full and MINE DOES...

Got into Twitter this week too.. its quicker that going on facebook..altho Facey will always be my main squeeze loool.. follow me tho JAIMUSIC

For now im out.. MWAH MWAH X

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Whats popping people ?
After rocking the stage @ Cargo last night and the response these lyrics got... i thought its only right, I let you have it... FREE- You gotta buy the mixtape tho ;0)
I wrote this on one of those days where everything seems to go wrong.. Sounds kinda cliche I know but I dont think people really hear me when i say that music is my outlet, I just wrote exactly what i felt like, and what popped into my head and the sense of self expression and relief I felt after was immense... REAL TALK..

Anyways Check it out.. Download it for free...send it to your friends, fling it on ya fone.. Its all LOVE.
Stay Focussed People x
JAI




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I've got to be Unstoppable .. INNNIT ???

Well its saturday morning, errr afternoon but it still feels like morning although ive been up and on my grizzle for 5 hours already..
Cant seem to feel awake today..
Reached the GULLY GARMZ launch night last night in Edgeware Road, It was live. Gully Garmz is a new clothing label formed by Uk Rapper Reveal, Producer/MC Ali Bla Bla and a mutual friend of theirs also called Ali.. they have started with a range of Tshirts, an IMPRESSIVE range to say the least and there site will go live from Monday.. Check em out..http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=117715625682&ref=share

Sooo Now I'm just focussing on dates, figures and timing for the release of ON MY JAI'S-THE PRELUDE as its fast approaching and seeming as tho I'm the boss I've got to be on point right ???.. So im sat here cuppa tea in hand, figuring out which shops will be stocking the CD and so far I've got ..

DUB VENDOR (clapham Junction) CD BAR (stratford) HQ (Brixton) ...

I've also been in contact with quite few different people putting in work for UK music, one of these being Certified Banger Blogspot, they featured my recent video I REP this week and loooking at there page they are in the centre of this shit..
Just downloaded there recent mixtape, which is packed with UK hot up and coming artists, its FREE to download, so get involved :0)

01. Delusionists: Parallel Worldz feat. Invizible Frenz (CB Exclusive)02. Chosen Spokesmen: Mad Real (Prod. by Chemo) (CB Exclusive)03. C-Froo: Financial Times04. S.Kalibre: English (Prod. by Mike S)05. Instance: Can't Get Down (Prod. by Mike D) (CB Exclusive)06. Vee-Kay: Backroad ft. Dead Residents (CB Exclusive)07. Rapskallions: Battleslang (Mr. Loop Remix) (CB Exclusive)08. Runamuk: No Gimmicks ft. Unfriendly Neighbours & Blaze (Prod. by Terror) (CB Exclusive)09. Lunar C: Stop Stressin’ (Prod. by Ant Orange) (CB Exclusive)10. Uncle Dicky: Running On Fumes ft. Nozeeny (Prod. by Lazyb0nes) (CB Exclusive)11. Nutty P: Why So Serious? (CB Exclusive)12. Leady: Travelling Man (Prod. by Irn Mnky)13. Joker Starr: Get Up (CB Exclusive)14. EdXL: Crocodile Smile (Prod. by Cranky Fatso)15. 10Shott: Soldier Salute16. Skinnista & Gadger: Get Away ft. Dvas & Reggiimental (CB Exclusive)17. The Riddlah: Mind Right (Prod. by Nasty P)18. Knew Jeru’slum: Dreamcatchers ft. JND (Prod. by Eliphino) (CB Exclusive)19. 30KB: Crewd Sons (Ghost in the Machine) (CB Exclusive)20. JVF Clique: Lose The Chains (CB Exclusive)Bonus Track: Zion I: Legacy ft. Ty‘On The Radar Volume 4’ will be available to download for free on Monday 10th August 2009.
http://rapidshare.com/files/263256548/Certified_Banger_Presents_On_The_Radar_Volume_4.zip
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thats about it for now, I better get on with organising
I'll be performing a few exclusives tommorow at RAPSCALLIONS@ CARGO(Shoreditch) its free b4 7 and £6 after.. but it kicks off in the afternoon

Hope to see you all down there

Peace and Blessings
JAI

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