Lyrics
City got darker, camouflage got blacker
City environment is becoming more ominous, and the camouflage worn is darker.
Mandem cast no shadows moving like dem panther
The group moves discreetly, leaving no traces, similar to the stealthy movements of a panther.
You betta show no anger, mandem do not like that
It's advised not to display anger as the group dislikes it.
We rate no sudden moves, you betta keep in mind that
Caution against sudden actions; it's important to be mindful of movements.
City is the ocean where ships have dropped dem anchor
The city is compared to an ocean, with the ships (people) having anchored in it.
If you try to move dem my yout you must be madman
Warning against trying to confront or challenge the group.
My mandem are so mad cos we live in an asylum
The group feels frustrated or angry living in what seems like an asylum (a chaotic environment).
When we shut a club down you always hear siren
When the group leaves a club, it often causes a commotion, symbolized by sirens.
We rate none ah dem
The group does not respect or acknowledge any of "them" (others).
We fear none ah dem
The group is fearless and not intimidated by others.
We welcome none ah dem
The group is not open to accepting or welcoming others.
We hear none ah dem
The group is indifferent to the opinions or actions of others.
We speak to none ah dem
The group does not engage in conversation with others.
We listen to none ah dem
The group does not pay attention to others.
Obey none ah dem
The group does not follow the instructions or commands of others.
None ah dem, none ah dem
Emphasis on the disregard for others.
Feel the time of night
Sensory experience of the night is emphasized.
Hear the time of night
Not just hearing but also understanding the essence of the night.
Smell the time of night
Actively experiencing the night through smell.
Eyes ignite, I'm alive
The night is invigorating and brings a sense of vitality.
Sink in the night
Sinking into the night suggests immersion or blending into the surroundings.
Hide into the night
Seeking refuge or concealment in the night.
Loose yourself in the night
Encouragement to let go and become one with the night.
Eyes ignite, I'm alive
A repetition emphasizing the vitality and awareness in the night.
Rddim is viral, vocals are tribal
Rhythm is widespread, and vocals are connected to a tribal or primal essence.
In the time of night the streets become so primal
The night transforms the streets into a primitive, instinctual environment.
The law of the jungle dem man stay alive
Survival in the night follows the law of the jungle, where only the strongest endure.
Who arrived at the place in order to survive
Arrival at a place is determined by the need to survive in that environment.
Fighting for dem life, eye for an eye
In a challenging environment, one must fight for survival, maintaining a balance of retaliation.
Life for a life, do not step aside
A principle of reciprocity, where taking a life may be necessary for self-preservation.
What's happening tonight? Is it safe and sound?
Questioning the safety of the night and the surroundings.
I'm meditating to this sound, shoutout to my mandem
Meditating to the sound of the night, acknowledging and giving respect to the group.
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