Hope
Hope's Resistance: Jesse Royal & Romain Virgo Unveil a Powerful Message
Lyrics
Alright
Expression of affirmation or agreement, setting the tone for the following lines.
Yute dem a walk with some Mossberg Pumpy
Youth are carrying Mossberg Pumpy shotguns, suggesting a dangerous environment.
Full up a duppy, brand new, but it ugly
The shotguns are loaded with "duppy" (ghosts), new but unattractive, possibly highlighting the ugliness of violence.
Nobody nuh safe when the leech dem hungry
When those who exploit or leech off others are desperate, no one is safe.
Pebble ricochet, left skin bumpy bumpy
Even small actions or conflicts can lead to serious repercussions or harm.
You Mister Jacket And Tie a live comfy
A critique of individuals in power living comfortably while neglecting the struggles of the youth.
Chu' your link stink, you turn the yutes inna junky
People in influential positions corrupt the youth, leading them into destructive habits.
If you did wise, you woulda give ears to Bounty
Encouragement to listen to influential figures like Bounty Killer for wisdom.
Rodney Price, The Ghetto Christ
Reference to Rodney Price (Bounty Killer), portraying him as a figure with influence and significance in the ghetto.
Keep your promises nuh wah hear that
An urging to keep promises made, not just empty words.
King of Jungle - we nuh fear house cat
Metaphorically representing strength and fearlessness in facing challenges.
Truths and rights we a deal with now
Prioritizing truth and justice in current dealings.
Babylon, your kingdom falling
Suggesting the impending downfall of an oppressive system or authority.
All we need is hope
Reiteration of the resilience despite poverty, emphasizing not being broken despite economic hardships.
That a the antidote
-No bother take it for a joke
-Poor but we ain't broken
-Poor but we ain't broken
-Poor but we ain't broken
-Poor but we ain't broken
-Poor but we ain't broken
-Don't you judge us by the things you hear cause we ain't normal
Requesting not to judge based on rumors or hearsay, highlighting their unconventional situation.
There's a message even though this music isn't formal
Although the music may not adhere to formal standards, it carries a significant message.
You say the yutes have no limits
Commenting on society's view of youth as limitless in their actions.
Don't forget you have a role in it
Highlighting the responsibility of society in shaping the behavior of the youth.
Who sign off when the guns dem ship
Questioning who allows the distribution of guns.
Who's at the border controlling it
Who controls the borders and what comes in, specifically referencing weapons.
You're digging a pit, you a go fall in it
Cautioning against creating problems that one will eventually face.
Please keep the yutes dem far from it
Pleading to keep the youth away from destructive influences.
Your dirty deeds are for a profit
Condemning immoral actions for personal gain.
We don't want no part of it!
Refusal to participate in unethical actions or systems.
All we need is hope
Reiteration of the importance of hope as a remedy despite hardships.
That a the antidote
-No bother take it for a joke
-Poor but we ain't broken
-Poor but we ain't broken
-Poor but we ain't broken
-Poor but we ain't broken
-Poor but we ain't broken
-No more talk we nah take
Refusal to entertain further discussions without action.
Neither disrespect
Requesting respectful treatment of the youth.
Deal with the yutes dem nicely or face the consequence
Consequences will follow if the youth are mistreated.
This a just mi tool, fool, Jah a mi defense
Claiming divine protection (Jah) against adversaries.
Nuh you did a talk tough? How you look so tense?
Surprise at someone talking tough while appearing tense or scared.
We a pull the triggers though a you a full up the cartridges
Indicating that while others supply ammunition, they have the power to use it.
We decide if peace reign we nuh care a who the party is
Asserting control over the situation despite external parties.
Look like you a drink too much rum!
Comment on someone's behavior, possibly indicating intoxication or recklessness.
Don't forget the power of the slum
Reminder of the strength and influence of the impoverished areas.
Zozo can't stop nothing
Implying law enforcement cannot stop certain things.
A the doors dem wah lock, you need fi open
Calling for opening opportunities rather than locking them away.
Neither JCF or the JDF or you SOE can't solve nothing
Expressing distrust in the ability of authorities to solve problems.
Share the wealth!
Encouraging the sharing of resources and opportunities.
All we need is hope
Repeated emphasis on hope as a solution despite adversity.
That a the antidote
-No bother take it for a joke
-Poor but we ain't broken
-Poor but we ain't broken
-Poor but not broken
-Poor but we ain't broken
-Poor but we ain't broken
Final assertion of resilience
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