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Jeru The Damaja, born Kendrick Jeru Davis in East New York, is a defining voice of 90s East Coast hip hop. Rising from block-party rhymes to a core member of the Gang Starr Foundation, Jeru crafted dense wordplay with hard-edged, Afrocentric and socially conscious themes. His work helped shape boom-bap production and remains a touchstone for fans of classic hip hop.

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On this page you’ll find a detailed biography, highlights from his discography, and up-to-date tour information. We’ve got you covered for Jeru’s upcoming shows—secure your seats with confidence and enjoy a performance that blends storytelling, sharp lyrics, and iconic beats.

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Jeru The Damaja’s catalog features landmark albums starting with The Sun Rises in the East (1994) and Wrath of the Math (1996), followed by Heroz4Hire (1999), Divine Design (2003), and Still Rising (2007). His work is celebrated for its dense lyricism, Afrocentric themes, and contributions to the Gang Starr Foundation era. The Sun Rises in the East is listed among Rolling Stone’s 200 Greatest Hip-Hop Albums, marking Jeru as a cornerstone of the genre. Recent reissues and ongoing touring keep Jeru’s music vibrant for new and long-time listeners alike.

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Upcoming shows in 2025 span Europe and the UK, including cities like Barcelona, Vienna, Budapest, Glasgow, Amsterdam, Manchester, London, and Paris, with additional dates in Spain and France. Check back for the latest availability and secure your tickets early—we’ve got you covered.

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  • Biography: Born Kendrick Jeru Davis in East New York, Jeru rose from block-party rhymes to become a core member of the Gang Starr Foundation and a defining voice of 90s East Coast hip hop.
  • Career highlights: Debut album The Sun Rises in the East (1994) produced by DJ Premier; sophomore Wrath of the Math (1996) is often cited as his peak work; later albums include Heroz4Hire (1999), Divine Design (2003), and Still Rising (2007).
  • Genre and style: East Coast hip hop with hard-edged, Afrocentric/conscious themes and boom-bap production. Known for dense wordplay and socially aware lyrics.
  • Complete albums (most recent first): Still Rising (2007, Ashenafi Records); Divine Design (2003, Ashenafi); Heroz4Hire (1999, Know Savage); Wrath of the Math (1996, Payday/FFRR/PolyGram); The Sun Rises in the East (1994, Payday/FFRR).
  • Top charting singles (most recent first): Me or the Papes (1999) US Rap 78; US Dance 18; UK 77; Ya Playin’ Yaself (1996) US Rap 20; US Dance 6; UK 67; You Can't Stop the Prophet (1994) US Rap 45; US Dance 44; UK 84; Come Clean (1993) US Hot 100 88; US Rap 10; US Dance 6; US R&B 53.
  • Major recognition: The Sun Rises in the East is cited as a hip hop classic and was listed by Rolling Stone among the 200 Greatest Hip-Hop Albums of All Time (ranked 155). A 30th-anniversary reissue/news cycle followed in 2024-25.

The records

Jeru The Damaja Discography

  • Still Rising
    2007 · Ashenafi Records
  • Divine Design
    2003 · Ashenafi Records
  • Heroz4Hire
    1999 · Know Savage
  • Wrath of the Math
    1996 · Payday/FFRR/PolyGram
  • The Sun Rises in the East
    1994 · Payday/FFRR

The hits

Top Jeru The Damaja Songs

  • Me or the Papes
    1999 · US Rap 78; US Dance 18; UK 77
  • Ya Playin' Yaself
    1996 · US Rap 20; US Dance 6; UK 67
  • 1, 2 Pass It
    1995 · US Rap 90; UK 84
  • You Can't Stop the Prophet
    1994 · US Rap 45; US Dance 44; UK 84
  • D. Original
    1994 · US Rap 22; US Dance 6
  • Come Clean
    1993 · US Hot 100 88; US Rap 10; US Dance 6; US R&B 53

Jeru The Damaja’s catalog features landmark albums starting with The Sun Rises in the East (1994) and Wrath of the Math (1996), followed by Heroz4Hire (1999), Divine Design (2003), and Still Rising (2007). His work is celebrated for its dense lyricism, Afrocentric themes, and contributions to the Gang Starr Foundation era. The Sun Rises in the East is listed among Rolling Stone’s 200 Greatest Hip-Hop Albums, marking Jeru as a cornerstone of the genre. Recent reissues and ongoing touring keep Jeru’s music vibrant for new and long-time listeners alike.

Upcoming shows in 2025 span Europe and the UK, including cities like Barcelona, Vienna, Budapest, Glasgow, Amsterdam, Manchester, London, and Paris, with additional dates in Spain and France. Check back for the latest availability and secure your tickets early—we’ve got you covered.

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