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~Quoted from Vokab Kompany:
Me against Me by Vokab Kompany
Produced by Stephan Jacobs
featuring Souleye
Additional vocals by A. Rose Jackson

Vocals written and performed by Vokab Kompany. 
*Souleye vocals written and performed by Souleye.
Vocal engineering and mixing by JayWat Production.
Additional vocal engineering and mixing by Stephan Jacobs.
Mastered by Eric Oberthaler

About the track:

One of the best things about the traveling circus that is the music biz is meeting those who also wish to share their shine after watching you share yours.
'Me against Me', conceptually was spawned from one of those moments. We were in SF on a triple-late-nt-day-break with a couple of bros from Sactown, when conversation lead us to the discovery that one was professional Boxer and 2 time world champion Kickboxer who goes by the name, Erik "The Hitman" Reagan. He was the nicest, unassuming fella you could ever meet. After fielding about an hour of questions (as both Bob and I have always wondered about the squared circle), I asked him how he handled all the sh*t talking those cats do in the ring, being that he's so nice? He looked at me smiled and said, "Burke, by the time I get to the ring I've already won or lost the fight. I was never fighting them, it was always me against me. This is common knowledge in places like on the golf course and in the weight room however, coming from someone who was the best in the world at something so intense, it was like a light went off when talking about the hustle and bustle of this music game.
Later that week we're in LA for a show and spending the day working on a collaboration (this song you hear) with our homie and beat-smith mogul, Stephan Jacobs. So I threw out a text to our old homie Souleye just to let we were in the area working on a new track. He and I got into a nice reunion chat, he ended up at the studio and the rest is in the tune. The theme is relevant to all of us. The only person we need to be better than is the person we were yesterday.

Lyrics:
Shouldn't make me figure it out

Chorus (2x)-
and thats me against me
uh ah better fuel it up this time
what i thought i heard was somebody else
and i know theres no better way to invite you

V1 (Burkeybaby)
Invisible the thread that connected us
butterfly affected us
tidal wave in Thai type of chain react and tempted us
Yeah pinch it like a backend
i'll call it Karma man cuz yo it had to happen
I push and push to fuel the rush
if not first the chicken than it must have been the
and all ya needed when ya
once conceived it in ya
backspace then evolved it
and then E-and then Evolved it
a yup yup indeedy
if you ain't got a plot than the seeds just for the feeding of the birds
I guess I best be fertile with my words
I guess I'll trade my handful of dirt
for a 5th story desk full of drawers
affordable mahogany 
leather bound books full of poetry
honestly i'd rather make a mockery our of hard earned irony
big big big shouts
throw my desk off the balcony
call me Valkarie.
my failed attempts at capturing all the bigger fish
just a mockery to confidence
and i'm flashing in the confidence
and laughing off the consequence
pushing rocks off the top drop proposterous
nope nothing like a gimmic
experience and give it all back in an instant
way before its vintage
i'm gone

V2 (Rob Hurt aka B3K)
So everything that I've made
And every time I hit click on that trip to engage 
It's just me against me
But that took another's voice 
So it's just myself

But I can use a little help
I gotta few ticks
Hopefully I fix so in the meantime I use them as a gift
Digest a liquid appetite when in my lochness
With a purpose that I can't begin to process
Procrastinate on a later date, time don't atop
I rip a hole through this black space 
Create the quickest lines of travel on my babel
And at the other end you waited for arrival
Approached your body with a smile
But ya bright light lit through the air 
Like a moth onto a street light
So much attraction
I'm back to back 
Toe to toe
Tit for tat
Tap tidal wave dancing
And she's in better shape than I am
Saw her glowing
And in the belly of that nature 
It was growing
But not the time or the place
Nor the rhyme or my space 
Called for me to be responsible for owning 
And so again it was I against I 
And then an eye for an eye
Till the sky see's me floating

Ch (2x)-

V3 (Souleye)
You are invited
And Im delighted
By the invitation
The Temptation
To raise the temperature
Heat It Up
When the place gets cold
Embrace the Soul 
A man of Bravery told me
He Said 
If you are searching for something
First close your eyes
And Look Inside 
Then see what you will find 
When Silence is your Guide 
It Provides you with the Ultimate 
Unlimited given the fact 
That there's no time limits 
Give up the silly gimmicks 
Come on now why we Living 
Are you Running or Not 
Afraid to Die
If its I against I 
Then its me against me 
And the only Outcome 
Shall set us Free

Ch (out)

Follow Vokab Kompany:
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Vokab Kompany - Me Against Me (feat. Souleye) - (Produced By Stephan Jacobs)

THE BEGINNING

ANOTHER LIFE

SAFE

Vokab Kompany is a San Diego, California based American Hip-Hop and Live-Electronic band fronted by by vocalists Robbie Gallo and Matt Burke that tour nationally with a mix of regular and rotating top-notch live musicians. Fusing hip hop and electronic genres, their zombie-apocalyptic anthem about escaping SoCal to the safe haven of the Pacific Northwest was produced by Kraddy of Glitch Mob fame.  www.vokabkompany.com www.kraddyodaddy.com

Vokab Kompany - DAWN OF THE RED feat. Kraddy

Pressurize The Cabin featuring Vokab Kompany 
By Fort Knox Five
http://www.fortknoxfive.com

Premiered by THE UNTZ:
http://www.theuntz.com/news/fort-knox-five-pressurize-the-cabin-ft-vokab-kompany-free-download/

Pressurize The Cabin is the title track from our upcoming album, and features southern California hip hop collective, Vokab Kompany.

Taken from the album Pressurize The Cabin (FKX078) out worldwide 4/28/2015

CD & Digital

Pressurize The Cabin (feat Vokab Kompany)

"If You Please" ft. Vokab Kompany released on May 1, 2015 via The Untz as a single from Stone Soul's Bicycle Day EP.  Bicycle Day EP is due out May 5, 2015.

Production - Jordan Stone (Stone Soul)
Vocals/Lyrics - Robbie Gallo (Vokab Kompany, Karl Denson's Tiny Universe)
Vocals/Lyrics - Matt Burke (Vokab Kompany, Karl Denson's Tiny Universe)

Read up on the kind words from @The Untz here: http://www.theuntz.com/news/stone-soul-if-you-please-ft-vokab-kompany-premiere/

Check out more from Vokab Kompany here...

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/vokabkompany
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheVokabKompany

<a href='https://theartistunion.com/tracks/1243ad'>Download for free on The Artist Union</a>

Free Download

If You Please (ft. Vokab Kompany)


SOMEWHERE TO RUN

Released on: 2025-04-18

Producer: Stephan Jacobs
Producer: Frankie Bernstein
Associated  Performer: Luna Achiary
Publisher: Marieme Diop
Publisher: Frankie Jonathan Bernstein
Composer: Marieme Diop
Composer: Stephan Jacobs
Composer: Frankie Jonathan Bernstein


SOMEWHERE TO RUN

So honored to be able to present my remix of "Havana", an absolute gem of power and vibe from Bigger Than Us (Bosa & Marieme) ft. Sidecar Tommy.  Was feeling the love on this one.  

Bigger Than Us ft. Sidecar Tommy - Havana (Bluetech Remix)

Read all about the new Stephan Jacobs album Pixeltopia: http://www.theuntz.com/news/stephan-jacobs-snow-in-space-ft-vokab-kompany-premiere/

The Untz:
facebook.com/TheUntz
twitter.com/TheUntz
instagram.com/TheUntz

Stephan Jacobs:
www.stephanjacobs.net
www.facebook.com/stephanjacobsmusic
www.soundcloud.com/stephan-jacobs

Vokab Kompany:
http://vokabkompany.com/
http://www.facebook.com/TheVokabKompany
http://smarturl.it/VKSoundcloud

Stephan Jacobs - Snow In Space ft Vokab Kompany [PREMIERE]

Yaelokre - Harpy Hare (BOSA REMIX)

Step into the vibrant world of "Harpy Hare" as BOSA, the alias of Stephan Jacobs also part of the duo "Bigger Than Us," transforms this folk melody into a modern dance vibe. Inspired by his daughter Luna's love for the original, Stephan's remix is a thrilling blend of deep basslines and radiant synths. This release follows his acclaimed official remix of Sia's "Towards the Sun," showcasing his unique talent and innovative spirit that Stephan brings to all his projects, making it a must-have in any music lover's collection.

Download

Yaelokre - Harpy Hare (BOSA Remix)

BOSA Remix of CashStarr – “I Won’t Leave You at the Dance” [Unofficial]

When I first heard this track by Cash$tarr, it hit me in a familiar way, kind of like what we did with “Do It Again” for Bigger Than Us, but from a different angle. The original floats around 140 BPM, which doesn’t exactly slide into a house set… so I brought it down to 124, pitched it a half step lower, and gave it that signature BOSA treatment.

This one's unofficial for now—but I’d be down to make it official if I can get my hands on the stems. That said, I still crushed it. Enjoy the ride.

DM me on IG @bosa if you want a download.

CASH$TARR - I Won't Leave You At The Dance (BOSA REMIX)

LOSE CONTROL

STILL YOUNG

Music by:
@bosa & KNGS aka @da-moth

Deep Freeze is a beautiful crafted Future / UK Garage tune built on top of a smooth and warm reece sub bass, the Garage beats roll effortlessly and are accented by uplifting chords and melodic enhancements.

Bosa is another moniker of producer/composer, Stephan Jacobs. While he has always had a great ear for melody and musical production, his productions have certainly evolved a lot since he first released on Muti Music under the name Kether, and then his solo career as Stephan Jacobs and now his BOSA moniker and his project , Bigger Than Us. His music is always reflecting a future forward, world-inspired sound that is a projection of the inner world. Jacobs channels his French-Moroccan heritage and the influences he’s absorbed through his decades long career as an international touring DJ, into a sound that’s truly unique and global.

KNGS is a moniker used by Mark Kingsley, also known as Da Moth, K!NGS, Derp Lo (and several other monikers). He is a multitalented producer and performer. Whether it is music or clowning or performance art of various sorts, Mark brings an incredible amount of talent, nuance, and wit to his creations.

BOSA x KNGS - Deep Freeze

A hypnotic 75 BPM mood piece from Bigger Than Us (Marieme and BOSA), and SidecarTommy. blending deep drone textures, spacious ambient layers, and cinematic low-end with subtle, organic percussion. 
Vocals and lyrics by Marieme
Produced by SidecarTommy, and Stephan Jacobs (aka BOSA)
Featuring an unofficial A$AP Rocky vocal sample. 

Perfect for film scoring, chill-out playlists, and meditative journeys, it channels an expansive, otherworldly energy while keeping a steady, immersive groove. Ideal for fans of downtempo electronica, trip-hop, ambient bass, and experimental hip-hop crossovers.

SALVATION (w A$AP Rocky Vocal)

Producer of Music Projects: 
BOSA | https://soundcloud.com/bosa
BIGGER THAN US | https://soundcloud.com/biggerthanusmusic
Psychedelic Tractor | https://soundcloud.com/psychedelictractor

Stephan Jacobs has earned a reputation as one of electronic music’s most innovative and prolific producers, known for his blend of evocative soundscapes, driving rhythms, and bass-heavy foundations. His attention to detail and melodic instincts distinguish his work, both in the studio and during high-energy live performances that captivate festival crowds and intimate audiences alike.

A pioneer of West Coast bass music, Stephan has played at iconic festivals like Coachella, Lightning in a Bottle, and Envision, and supported Pretty Lights on the Illumination tour. His production credits include a wide range of artists such as Benny Benassi, Showtek, Emancipator, and Griz.

Recently, Stephan’s focus has shifted to Bigger Than Us and BOSA, two projects rapidly gaining momentum. Bigger Than Us, a collaboration with acclaimed singer Marieme, blends dance music with immersive experiences, while BOSA offers a unique twist to world-inspired house and dance music. Both are at the forefront of Stephan's creative energy, with exciting new releases on the way.

Stephan has also been working with A-List artists such as A$AP Rocky, Brockhampton, Russ, Run The Jewles, 24kGolden, Mike Posner and more for over a decade, utilizing his wide skill set and ability to take on complex projects efficiently.  

Older Projects by Stephan Jacobs:
Kether | https://soundcloud.com/kethermusic
Pizza Party | https://soundcloud.com/pizzapartybass
Bottle Service | https://soundcloud.com/bottleservicemusic

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