Bang
AKA & Khuli Chana Lyrics


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This shit is guaranteed to bang
Call me first prince when I land
No symbols in my name
Just a pocket full dreams and a plan
Pack staying fingers in the bank
Flip a middle finger to the man
Niggas got the rules all bent
Double bed on a pavement (Why)
'Cause street cred never paid rent
They never felt base in a light grey benz
20 inch rims and thirty percent tip
Walk around town like a bunch of made men
You never made Rands so you never made sense
Nah everybody stay fresh
Champagne warfare but we’re in the same trench
This life that's so beautiful
Only time I get to see my fam is a funeral
Damn you don't believe me yet
Got a couple of baby cousins who ain’t see me yet (That's true)

I hope you got somebody you can lean on
Toast up everybody who've been gone
Post up I never really leave home
Don't stop giving me what I need love

I hope you got somebody you can lean on
Toast up everybody who've been gone
Post up I never really leave home
Don't stop giving me what I need love

I grew up since pops screwed up
Mom introduced me to God
Give me to God heavy shoot up
As the pain grows like a tumor
I stay afloat keep flowing
Kea ichuma ke itshutla dikeledi
Though my eyes cry no more
So that happens when you left out in the cold for so long (So wrong)
Still wonder why he left me
Wish I didn't give a shit
Wishing ne go le bonolo
I still pour a lil' liqour le ha phela
Oulady ke lefetwa I’m still morning magogo
So I can’t speak, kea tlalelwa kea tshologa lyrically
I'm drowning in my sorrow
You follow go
Blood clot mo pelong yaka
Reflecting on bophelo ba ka
I thank my uncle a million buck
Who taught me to pop you up and no sucker punch

I hope you got somebody you can lean on
Toast up everybody who've been gone
Post up I never really leave home
Don't stop giving me what I need love

I hope you got somebody you can lean on
Toast up everybody who've been gone
Post up I never really leave home
Don’t stop giving me what I need love

They wanna know who I do it for
Bitches who've never been booty called
But know the difference when duty calls
Every fallen legend who we knew before
We applaud once upon a time my position was yours
Stay humble wait make the dinner plate crumble
Stay fair but the stomach got the same crumble
They never played fair better late
They never made mommy say prayers (Concrete jungle)
So we pray for better days till I take care
To you the keys of my heart belong
Play it like symphonies ?
Apologies to my niece who I can't see more
Like the world is a disco ball
And God is a DJ dropping all the hits I'm on
Wherever I'm at I know you miss me
Stay close to the screen so you can kiss me

I hope you got somebody you can lean on
Toast up everybody who've been gone
Post up I never really leave home
Don't stop giving me what I need love

I hope you got somebody you can lean on
Toast up everybody who've been gone




Post up I never really leave home
Don't stop giving me what I need love

Overall Meaning

The song "Bang" by AKA and Khuli Chana is a reflection of their personal struggles and successes in their music careers. In the first verse, AKA boasts about his success, referring to himself as the "first prince" while acknowledging that he has only reached this point because of his dreams and plan. He touches on the challenges of street life, highlighting how street cred does not pay rent and how some people are too concerned with staying fresh rather than making real money. The chorus reveals a more vulnerable side to the artist, speaking about the importance of having someone to lean on and how they often only see their family at funerals.


The second verse is more personal, discussing the hardships of growing up and the pain that has resulted in their lives. Khuli Chana speaks a bit of his native language, Setswana, referencing the pain flowing like a tumor and how he has learned to stay afloat despite it all. He speaks about his grief, mourning the loss of his grandmother while acknowledging that it has made him stronger lyrically.


Overall, the song is a powerful anthem that celebrates both the successes and struggles of life. It highlights the importance of leaning on others during times of hardship and never forgetting where you came from.


Line by Line Meaning

This shit is guaranteed to bang
This song is going to be a hit


Call me first prince when I land
I'm successful and popular, like a prince


No symbols in my name
My name is not important, it's my talent that matters


Just a pocket full dreams and a plan
I have big dreams and goals for my future


Pack staying fingers in the bank
I'm saving my money for the future


Flip a middle finger to the man
I don't care about authority or rules


Niggas got the rules all bent
People are breaking the rules


Double bed on a pavement (Why)
People are sleeping on the street


'Cause street cred never paid rent
Being respected on the street doesn't pay the bills


They never felt base in a light grey benz
They've never had the luxury of a nice car


20 inch rims and thirty percent tip
They spend money on flashy things, but don't save


Walk around town like a bunch of made men
They act like they're important and successful


You never made Rands so you never made sense
If you're not making money, you're not successful


Nah everybody stay fresh
Everyone wants to look good


Champagne warfare but we’re in the same trench
People are fighting over superficial things


This life that's so beautiful
Life is precious and should be cherished


Only time I get to see my fam is a funeral
I only see my family at sad events like funerals


Damn you don't believe me yet
I want people to believe in me and my talent


Got a couple of baby cousins who ain't see me yet (That's true)
I have family who have never met me in person


I hope you got somebody you can lean on
I hope you have someone to support you


Toast up everybody who've been gone
Let's remember and celebrate those who have passed away


Post up I never really leave home
I always carry my home with me, in my heart


Don't stop giving me what I need love
Keep showing me love and support


I grew up since pops screwed up
My father made mistakes and it affected me


Mom introduced me to God
My mother taught me about spirituality


Give me to God heavy shoot up
I rely on my faith in God to keep me strong


As the pain grows like a tumor
As my problems get worse, they feel like they're taking over


I stay afloat keep flowing
I keep going and stay strong, despite my struggles


Kea ichuma ke itshutla dikeledi
I'm strong and will not be defeated


Though my eyes cry no more
I've cried so much, I can't cry anymore


So that happens when you left out in the cold for so long (So wrong)
Being neglected or ignored for a long time can be painful


Still wonder why he left me
I still don't understand why someone abandoned me


Wish I didn't give a shit
I wish I didn't care about things that hurt me


Wishing ne go le bonolo
I wish for peace and happiness


I still pour a lil' liqour le ha phela
I drink alcohol to cope with my pain


Oulady ke lefetwa I'm still morning magogo
I lost someone important to me and I'm still grieving


So I can’t speak, kea tlalelwa kea tshologa lyrically
I express my emotions through my music because I can't speak about them


I'm drowning in my sorrow
I'm overwhelmed with sadness


You follow go
Just keep following me


Blood clot mo pelong yaka
I'm frustrated and angry


Reflecting on bophelo ba ka
I'm thinking about my life


I thank my uncle a million buck
I'm grateful to my uncle for his support


Who taught me to pop you up and no sucker punch
He taught me to be strong and not let anyone take advantage of me


They wanna know who I do it for
People are curious who my inspiration is


Bitches who've never been booty called
People who weren't valued for their beauty or body


But know the difference when duty calls
They know how to be responsible when needed


Every fallen legend who we knew before
Let's remember and honor those who were great before us


We applaud once upon a time my position was yours
I used to be in their position and we acknowledge their struggle


Stay humble wait make the dinner plate crumble
Stay humble and work hard, success will come eventually


Stay fair but the stomach got the same crumble
Even when you're doing the right thing, life can still be difficult


They never played fair better late
People don't always do the right thing, but it's never too late to start


They never made mommy say prayers (Concrete jungle)
The world is a tough place and not always kind


So we pray for better days till I take care
We hope for a better future and work towards it


To you the keys of my heart belong
The person I love has my heart


Play it like symphonies ?
Our love is beautiful and harmonious


Apologies to my niece who I can't see more
I'm sorry I can't be there for my family as much as I want to


Like the world is a disco ball
Life is bright and colorful, like a disco ball


And God is a DJ dropping all the hits I'm on
God is in control of my life and I'm thriving


Wherever I'm at I know you miss me
I know my loved ones miss me when I'm away


Stay close to the screen so you can kiss me
We can still connect and show love through technology




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KIERNAN JARRYD FORBES, KHULI MORULE, KAMOHELO THE IV LEAGUE BAKO, NTOKOZO (THE IV LEAGUE) MAZIBUKO, KIERNAN AKA FORBES, KHULANI NGUBESIZWE MORULE

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@nyikonkuna1022

"Like the world is a disco ball
And God is a DJ dropping all the hits I'm on
Wherever I'm at I know you miss me
Stay close to the screen so you can kiss me

I hope you got somebody you can lean on
Toast up everybody who've been gone
Post up I never really leave home
Don't stop giving me what I need love" - AKA

RIP Forbes 😭💔



All comments from YouTube:

@victoryculinaryacademypvtl6344

The best rapper to come out of South Africa hands down, Rest In Peace AKA

@ridwaanmaharaj3030

Uhmmmmm you 100% sure...like for real, sit back have a juice think about what you saying....like for real???

@ridwaanmaharaj3030

https://youtu.be/S7cQ3b0iqLo

@user-st1sb6md8n

Hater

@kukunase1686

@@ridwaanmaharaj3030 he aint lying. maybe he fell off after 2017 but 2008-2015 is the greatest sa rapper

@obakengsteward6973

😂😂😂

@simphiwendlovu3635

Khuli deserves his flowers while he still can smell them as well as AKA

@God_is_an_Atheist666

No just Khuli

@strussdo

Crazy he just got gunned down a few hours ago

@_s3bastian_x98

Reading this now💔

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