Lyrics
Yung Nab baby
Introduction of the artist, Yung Nab baby.
I prioritized my peace they say I'm actin different
Prioritizing personal peace, facing accusations of changed behavior.
I prolly hit my gees and say we bragging different
Implying engaging in celebratory activities with friends, asserting a different lifestyle.
We don't pay you no mind so you Capping with them
Disregarding negative opinions, not paying attention to rumors.
You men come and go only thing that stays is the rhythm
Highlighting the transient nature of romantic relationships, emphasizing the enduring power of music.
(No cap)
Assertion of truth, emphasizing sincerity.
It's morning time in Jersey just had Cinnamon rolls
Setting the scene in Jersey with a casual mention of morning activities.
But I'm suncity's treasure like my skin is all gold
Comparing oneself to a treasure, possibly due to personal value and uniqueness.
Bigger issues to deal with my adrenaline's low
Facing significant challenges, low energy levels after a personal loss.
Daggy passed and for real it's been killing me slow
Mourning the death of Daggy and its slow impact on the artist.
(RIP)
Expressing condolences for the deceased Daggy.
Me and my brothers seeking closure
Seeking closure with brothers, addressing unresolved issues.
Ripping young niggas off and still preaching culture
Criticizing exploitation of young individuals while promoting cultural values.
To my young fellas you don't need noone to coach ya
Encouraging independence in the youth, advising against external coaching.
Remember when your songs are popping that a nigga told ya
Warning about the impact of fame, advising to remember advice from others.
So many voices in this game like it's Twitter spaces
Commenting on the crowded and opinionated nature of the music industry.
(Watch out)
Cautioning others to be aware and watch out for potential threats.
Mebu omo anikyie then I give em Killer faces
Using metaphorical language to describe a fearless attitude.
(No cap)
Reiterating the authenticity and origin of the artist's style.
This flow be tailored e bi Ghana made
Emphasizing the uniqueness of the artist's flow, proudly Ghanaian.
(No cap)
Reaffirming the Ghanaian identity in the artist's style.
Me de somm mo kwa tesɛ Ghana maid
Expressing self-awareness and comfort in one's identity.
Goofy sometimes e bi part of my nature
Acknowledging occasional foolishness as a natural trait.
Hwɛ so di wodeɛ don't envy another man's plate huh
Advising against envy and being content with one's own situation.
This to my bro Kwashie we haven't talked in a minute
Sending a message to a friend, acknowledging a lapse in communication.
Keep running things in Maryland I wanna see you winning
Encouraging a friend in Maryland, expressing a desire for their success.
Now everybody tryna make the next big song on tiktok
Observing the trend of artists aiming for popularity on TikTok.
I don't blame these artists blame the labels chasing big bucks
Blaming the focus on commercial success on both artists and labels.
These fans don't know what goes behind the scenes
Pointing out the lack of understanding by fans regarding the music industry's challenges.
If they knew
Indicating a shift in perspective or topic.
They'd be chasing label executives with flip flops
Criticizing label executives, implying they are not deserving of admiration.
Sad seeing all my heroes and chasing zeros
Expressing sadness at seeing admired figures pursuing material success.
It's numbers over content in these streets
Commenting on the prioritization of numbers (popularity) over artistic content.
Maybe they know something that I don't know
Speculating on the artist's lack of understanding of the industry's workings.
Hope I remain spitting sense on these beats
Hoping to maintain a focus on meaningful and sensible lyrics in the future.
It was E.L
Listing influential figures in the artist's life and expressing disappointment in the industry's treatment of them.
It was Sark
-It was Kenya
-It was Zapp
-First time I heard Kojo Cue knew that nigga raps
-Klu's AYDC changed my life still that shit dey slap
-When I heard about Daasebre my whole body dropped
-That was a legend in my eyes it was my dream to make a song
-How he died at 48 after doing all them songs
-I remember playing his records back to back I was young
-Only time you get your flowers, when they find out that you're gone
-See what they do to our Kings of today man
-They tried to convince us Obidi is not that great man
-They failed to recognize Guru in his prime
-That makes me feel I'm wasting time with these rhymes
-Rest in peace Daasebre
Paying tribute to the late Daasebre Gyamenah, acknowledging his legendary status.
A legend you are
-A legend you were
-A legend you will forever be
Affirming Daasebre Gyamenah's eternal legacy.
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