Habibi
Albi Lyrics

Habibi, Habibi
A term of endearment used to address a loved one.

Habibi
Repeated use of the term 'Habibi', emphasizing the significance of the addressed person.

(Lucry)
Credit given to the producer of the song.

(Suena)
Credit given to the audio engineer of the song.

Es tut mir leid, Mama, sechsundzwanzig Jahre lang
Apologizing to one's mother for being involved in illegal activities for 26 years.

Für jede Stunde, wo du nächtelang nicht schlafen kannst
Acknowledging the pain caused to one's mother over sleepless nights worrying about the singer's safety.

Waffe unter'm Kissen, hatte kein Gewissen
The singer mentions carrying a gun without qualms, implying involvement in criminal activity.

Und ja, ich musste lachen, als der Polizeiwagen kam
Admitting to finding humor in getting caught by the police.

Alles steht geschrieben, bin auf Knien, danke Allah
Thanking Allah and acknowledging that everything happens according to a divine plan.

Zwischen Goldplatten hängt das Bild von mein' Vater
Referencing the artist's father, whose picture is displayed among the artist's successful achievements.

Du bist am Warten, seit Jahren im Paradies
Addressing the singer's mother, who the singer believes is waiting for him in paradise after passing away.

Ich zähl' die Tage und warte auf Azrael
The artist refers to the angel of death Azrael, suggesting that he is ready for his own death.

Nie wieder arm, weil die Straße mein' Namen liebt
The singer suggests that he will never be poor again, thanks to his success in the streets.

Visa-Card ist schwarz, hab' gesagt, dass die Patte fließt
Indicating that the singer is successful to the point of having a black Visa card, which suggests that his income is extremely high.

Wir brauchen keine Villa
The singer is content with his current living situation and does not feel the need for a villa.

Schlafe mit mei'm Bruder immer noch in einem Zimmer, für immer
Despite their success, the artist still shares a room with his brother, implying that they intend to stay humble.

Ich bin kein Rapper, der das Koks durch die Nase zieht
Rejecting the stereotype of rappers using drugs like cocaine.

Hab' lieber verkauft, damit Mama was im Magen hat
The singer admits to selling drugs to provide for his mother's basic needs.

Und ich weiß, dass ich dafür meine Strafe krieg'
Acknowledging that he will receive legal punishment for his actions.

Doch ich mach' alles, damit sie wieder schlafen kann
The artist is willing to take risks and endure punishment if it means that his mother can have peace of mind and a good night's sleep.

Ich wache auf und ich weiß, dass wir heute wieder alles riskieren
The artist is aware of the risks associated with their illegal activities, but proceeds with them anyway.

Schlafe ein mit der Angst, dass wir morgen wieder alles verlieren
Acknowledging the fear of losing everything gained from illegal activities.

Ja, vielleicht sind wir reich, doch im Kopf hör' ich die Sirenen
The singer has achieved wealth but is tormented by the sounds of police sirens in his mind.

Keine Angst vor dem Knast, nur vor Gott und vor Mamas Tränen
The artist is not afraid of imprisonment but fears disappointing his mother and God.

Früher mit den Jungs (ah)
Recalling past times with friends involved in criminal activity.

Mit 'ner Wumme holst du jede Lüge aus sei'm Mund (Hund)
Suggesting that the use of weapons was necessary to obtain the truth from individuals involved in the singer's illegal activities.

Entweder du bist mein Feind oder du bist ein Teil von uns
Indicating that joining the singer's group of friends involved in illegal activities meant becoming a part of the group or an enemy of it.

Wir sind high, weil in dieser Zeit hat keiner Vernunft, nein (nein, nein)
The artist suggests that drug use is common among individuals involved in criminal activity and that rational thinking is often not present during that time.

Der Richter sagt mir, ich bin leider nicht zu retten (hah)
The artist acknowledges that the legal system has labeled him as beyond help.

Doch das, was ich gesehen hab', kann ich leider nicht vergessen
Implying that the images and experiences from illegal activities will always stay with the singer.

Sobald du Geld machst, will sich einer mit dir messen
The singer suggests that once you make money, others will try to compete with you or take advantage of you.

Für mein' Feind wäre es besser, wenn wir beide uns nicht treffen (komm)
The artist is suggesting that he will harm his enemies and that it would be wise for them to avoid meeting with him.

Fahr vor (komm), Bruder, fahr vor
Encouraging his accomplice to keep driving towards their goal.

Wir dürften keine Zeit verlieren hier am Tatort (nein)
The artist is suggesting that they should not waste any time at the scene of their illegal activities.

Holen uns alles, was du liebst, auf ein Gramm Koks (ha)
The singer plans to take everything his victims love in exchange for a gram of cocaine.

Du willst was von mir, doch du kriegst keine Antwort (ha)
The artist suggests that he is unreachable or unwilling to engage with someone who wants something from him.

Die einzigen Briefe, die ich schreib',
The singer only writes letters to those in prison, as he understands the importance of it.

Gehen in' Knast, weil ich weiß, sie lieben meine Zeilen
The singer's letters are sent to prison because he knows the inmates appreciate them.

Alles gut, auch die tiefen Wunden heilen (check)
Despite the emotional and physical pain faced by the singer, he is optimistic that everything will eventually heal.

Und ich schwör' auf alles, Mama, du bist nie wieder allein (veq per ty nanen)
Promising his mother that she will never be alone again.