Gunshot
Akon feat. Azad Lyrics


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[Chorus]
Anyone in the place tonight
You don't wanna be a witness
Then walk away (Akon!!!)
'Cause I'm a soldier that love to fight
And anyone in my path will die today

Be my AK (Gunshot!)
Be my AK (Gunshot!)
Be my AK (Gunshot!)
Be my AK (Gunshot!)

Have you ever spent one day on my block
Had to make good with crooked-ass cops
Witness innocent bystanders get shot
Made a livin', ready or not

(To stay true) to all my niggas
Things gettin' hard but we're still grindin' up
(To stay true) to all my niggas
We done came up and cop cribs by the river

Before the Feds came down on we
True badman nuh counterfeit G's
Maybe once, stick around
And trust you will see (that)

[Chorus]

So playboy, don't make me pull your card (OK!!!)
Buss a shot and separate your squad (OK!!!)
Gangstas never know who you are (OK!!!)
And where you from ain't never made you hard (OK!!!)

You could be from Africa or Asia (OK!!!)
America back a yard in Jamaica (OK! OK!!!)
You could be fron unda di equator (OK!!!)
Regardless, I will see you later (OK! OK!!!)

See you can run but it's hard to hide (OK! OK!!!)
What will kill you inside (OK! OK!!!)
Wait a minute 'til you stand up right (OK! OK!!!)
That's why we nuh 'fraid of warning signs (OK! OK!!!)

[Chorus]

Badman we a multiply, we nuh fear di law or a rugula guy
So we mash di place, rud di place, bun di place, dun di place
Top shotta we a ready to hide
And we nuh easy joy and nuh 'fraid to ride
So we mash di place, run di place, bun di place, dun di place





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

"Gunshot" by Akon featuring Azad is a song that speaks to the violence and brutality that many individuals face in their neighborhoods. The chorus of the song warns anyone present that if they do not want to be a witness to the violence, they should leave the scene immediately. Akon frames himself as a soldier who loves to fight and suggests that anyone who gets in his way will be killed. In the verse, the lyrics touch on the harsh realities of living in a dangerous community where people are shot dead, and corrupt police officers enforce the law. Nevertheless, Akon's loyalty lies with his fellow gangstas who work hard to climb the socioeconomic ladder and earn real estate by the river.


The song 'Gunshot' has a multitude of vital lessons embedded in its lyrics. Akon is emphasizing the urgency of leaving a situation when one feels uncomfortable or at risk of physical harm. Moreover, the lyrics showcase the value of loyalty within an individual's community, and the struggles individuals endure to succeed. A major theme throughout the song is that there are warning signs that one should pay attention to in their environment. If those warning signs are not heeded, it can lead to dire consequences. Akon is conveying that it's critical that individuals use discernment and be aware of their surroundings to avoid tragic outcomes.


Line by Line Meaning

Anyone in the place tonight
Anyone present on the scene today


You don't wanna be a witness
It's best to avoid being a spectator


Then walk away (Akon!!!)
Leave the area immediately


'Cause I'm a soldier that love to fight
I'm a warrior who enjoys combat


And anyone in my path will die today
Anyone obstructing me will perish today


Be my AK (Gunshot!)
Be my firearm


Have you ever spent one day on my block
Have you ever lived in my neighborhood


Had to make good with crooked-ass cops
Dealt with corrupt police officers


Witness innocent bystanders get shot
Saw innocent people being hit by bullets


Made a livin', ready or not
Earned a living, prepared or unprepared


(To stay true) to all my niggas
(To remain loyal) to all my friends


Things gettin' hard but we're still grindin' up
Life's tough but we're still hustling


We done came up and cop cribs by the river
We've made it and got houses near the river


Before the Feds came down on we
Before the FBI investigated us


True badman nuh counterfeit G's
Real gangsters not fake ones


Maybe once, stick around
Stay a while and see for yourself


And trust you will see (that)
And believe me, you'll witness it


So playboy, don't make me pull your card (OK!!!)
Don't test me, buddy (OK!)


Buss a shot and separate your squad (OK!!!)
Shoot and scatter your crew (OK!)


Gangstas never know who you are (OK!!!)
Thugs never recognize you (OK!)


And where you from ain't never made you hard (OK!!!)
Your origin doesn't determine your toughness (OK!)


You could be from Africa or Asia (OK!!!)
You could be from any continent (OK!)


America back a yard in Jamaica (OK! OK!!!)
Even from the USA or the Caribbean (OK! OK!)


You could be fron unda di equator (OK!!!)
From anywhere near the equator (OK!)


Regardless, I will see you later (OK! OK!!!)
But I'll still catch you later (OK! OK!)


See you can run but it's hard to hide (OK! OK!!!)
You may flee, but it's difficult to stay hidden (OK! OK!)


What will kill you inside (OK! OK!!!)
What will make you emotionally suffer (OK! OK!)


Wait a minute 'til you stand up right (OK! OK!!!)
Wait until you confront me (OK! OK!)


That's why we nuh 'fraid of warning signs (OK! OK!!!)
That's why we're not afraid of threats (OK! OK!)


Badman we a multiply, we nuh fear di law or a rugula guy
We are numerous gangsters who don't fear the police or ordinary men


So we mash di place, rud di place, bun di place, dun di place
So we dominate, rule, burn, and destroy places


Top shotta we a ready to hide
As top shooters, we're prepared to go underground


And we nuh easy joy and nuh 'fraid to ride
We don't take pleasure in it, but we're not afraid to take action


So we mash di place, run di place, bun di place, dun di place
So we dominate, run away from, burn, and destroy places


[Chorus]
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Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALIAUNE THIAM, DAVE WILLARD ANTHONY KELLY

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@sander5457

I have this song and made you from eminem in my playlist. Funny i see your comment on top on both songs. Maybe we have more common songs haha. Much love brother. Greetings from Amsterdam. My next 1 is The Beatnuts, No escapin this. 1 of my all time favourites. And then Wu Tang, Gravvel pit. See ya.

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