A.B. Original's first release was the single "January 26" (featuring Dan Sultan), released in August 2016, which comments on the use of that date for Australia Day. This was followed up by an album entitled Reclaim Australia in November. The provocatively titled album features many guests including Thelma Plum, Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu and Archie Roach.
Dead in a Minute
A.B. Original Lyrics
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I wonder what that nigga KP up there doing
I know he up there smoking that weed
Selling that crack fasho
I wonder what KP doing I ain’t talk him in a minute
Had A dream the other night we was really winning
This thug life mentality it’s the way we live
Praying to Big God when sliding in the field
I’m gone murder first before you hurt me
Protect my family I don't need them in these streets
I’m gone murder first before you hurt me
I remember selling you your first 50
You worked at Chick-Fil-A not Church's Chicken
Convicted felony I was already one
Showed you the streets from then it's a bond
Going to Chapel Hill one day early release
Cuzzin Mark died in these shady streets
Every since then I been reckless & heartless
Pain dripping like water from a faucet
I miss cuzzin Tan long live Tan
Stay strong unc Grady get well auntie Ann
Free cuzzin Fat and Free 350
Too many dead relationships I know that bitch miss me
I wonder what KP doing I ain’t talk him in a minute
Had A dream the other night we was really winning
This thug life mentality it’s the way we live
Praying to Big God when sliding in the field
Protect my family I don't need them in these streets
I’m gone murder first before you hurt me
Protect my family I don't need them in these streets
I’m gone murder first before you hurt me
My daddy was my first hero he was a gangsta
Ever since then all I wanted to be a gangsta
Held shit down like a muthafuckin anchor
Rob a bank made the news armed and dangerous
Don't never try his son he armed and dangerous
A product of his environment young and dangerous
Prayin to Big God when we sliding in that field
This thug life mentality a way of life we live
God protect me from my Friendnemies I can handle my enemies
They wonder what I’m doing today
I run Circle K
I wonder what KP doing I ain’t talk him in a minute
Had A dream the other night we was really winning
This thug life mentality it’s the way we live
Praying to Big God when sliding in the field
Protect my family I don't need them in these streets
I’m gone murder first before you hurt me
Protect my family I don't need them in these streets
I’m gone murder first before you hurt me
The lyrics to A.B. ORIGINAL's song Dead in a Minute reflect on the harsh realities of the "thug life" mentality and the consequences of living in that world. The song is a tribute to KP, a friend of Briggs and Trials who has passed away, and it's a reflection on their life and the things they've been through. The first verse talks about pouring a shot for KP and wondering what he's doing in the afterlife, smoking weed and selling crack. The second verse speaks about the bond between the two friends, how they grew up selling drugs and showing each other the ways of the street. The chorus talks about the importance of protecting one's family and the willingness to kill to do so. The third verse reflects on the influence of family and environment, how Briggs' father was a gangster and he wanted to follow in his footsteps. The chorus repeats again, emphasizing the importance of family and protection.
The song speaks to the reality of the lives of people who grow up in poverty and with few opportunities. It reflects on the pain and loss that accompany the choices made in that life and the desire to protect what little one has against all threats. The lyrics show a sense of loyalty and camaraderie between friends who have grown up in the same environment and who have seen the same struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
Take me a shot pour out a lil liquor
Let's have a drink in memory of our friend KP
I wonder what that nigga KP up there doing
I wonder what KP is doing in heaven
I know he up there smoking that weed
I know KP used to enjoy smoking weed
Selling that crack fasho
KP was involved in selling drugs
I wonder what KP doing I ain’t talk him in a minute
I haven't talked to KP in a while and I miss him
Had A dream the other night we was really winning
I had a dream that we were successful in life
This thug life mentality it’s the way we live
We live our lives as gangsters with a tough mindset
Praying to Big God when sliding in the field
We pray to God for protection when we engage in criminal activities
Protect my family I don't need them in these streets
I want to keep my family safe and out of danger
I’m gone murder first before you hurt me
I will kill someone before they have the chance to harm me
I remember selling you your first 50
I remember selling drugs to KP for the first time
You worked at Chick-Fil-A not Church's Chicken
KP used to work at Chick-Fil-A, not Church's Chicken
Convicted felony I was already one
I was already a convicted felon when I met KP
Showed you the streets from then it's a bond
I introduced KP to the streets and we formed a bond
Going to Chapel Hill one day early release
I plan on getting released from prison early one day
Cuzzin Mark died in these shady streets
My cousin Mark died in these dangerous streets
Every since then I been reckless & heartless
Since Mark's death, I have been impulsive and unfeeling
Pain dripping like water from a faucet
I am experiencing emotional pain that is constant and intense
I miss cuzzin Tan long live Tan
I miss my cousin Tan who has passed away, and wish him eternal life
Stay strong unc Grady get well auntie Ann
I hope my uncle and aunt recover from their health issues
Free cuzzin Fat and Free 350
I hope my cousin Fat is released from prison, and I support freeing him and other inmates
Too many dead relationships I know that bitch miss me
I have had too many failed relationships, and I know my ex-girlfriend probably misses me
My daddy was my first hero he was a gangsta
My father was my role model, and he was a gangster
Ever since then all I wanted to be a gangsta
I have always wanted to live my life as a gangster like my father did
Held shit down like a muthafuckin anchor
I have always been reliable and have held my ground
Rob a bank made the news armed and dangerous
I once robbed a bank and it made the news. People consider me a dangerous criminal
Don't never try his son he armed and dangerous
My father has protected me and made sure that people know not to mess with me
A product of his environment young and dangerous
I grew up in a dangerous environment and it shaped the person I became
Prayin to Big God when we sliding in that field
We pray to God for protection when we engage in criminal activities
God protect me from my Friendnemies I can handle my enemies
I trust in God to protect me from people who pretend to be my friends but are actually enemies. I can handle my real enemies myself
They wonder what I’m doing today
People are curious about what I am doing with my life
I run Circle K
I am currently employed at Circle K
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: B Green
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HipHopAus
Beat bangs so fucking hard. Dope album.
Mortslah
Amazing, Trials and Briggs never cease to amaze.
DOBBYau
ARE YOU FOR REAL?! THIS IS SO GOOD WTF
Flynn Boswell
this shit was fire at the concert in adelaide you guys did a sick job
Andy Russell
Incredible work, guys. Absolutely love it!
FI S
Good video guys lovin the first few releases and can't wait for the album. Also especially waiting for "DONT DO THAT S**T"
Hayyden357
5 years on, still fire 🇦🇺
DJ Deckard Cain
briggs...trials....stop killin it. other artists cant compete and its just not fair for them.
KillaJewel
you would need every belt under the sun to step to elite global #keepdreaming #girlpower
Callum Taylor
This is fucking boss man 👌👑 King in the making