He released a limited edition CD 'Soul Pirate' last year 2008. Including Kingston Town, Rastafari Anthem and a number of duets. including Micheal Rose and Natural Mystic with Ky-Mani Marley. Rodigan in the Intro points out reggae is an international force and a language (the author would like to point out that dreams can come true).. Alborosie follows with a song Diversity. Veteran DJ Ranking Joe also appears on Precious.
Bad Mind
Alborosie Lyrics
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Dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
Dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
Nuff a dem a dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
(verse 1)
Nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
Mi spot dem pon the internet
Dem a dutty sissi
Dem criticise me style
Cah dem cyan cramp it
Dem flex like a dem a teacher dem baby practice
If you want some fi tell me just come and talk
Dont run behind no laptop likkle idiot clock
Come to puppa Albo get your face?
If you dont know fi find me just check pon di chart
(chorus)
Dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
Dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
Nuff a dem a dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
(verse 2)
dem fraid of mi sound thats why dem cyan sleep good
dem a pree me and a studying me inna mi neighbourhood
dem jealous of mi gal dem but dem cyan trouble mi food
mi arrow jook nuff gal a mi name Albo robin hood
everyday dem just come out with some new story
watch yourself and dont watch me this a not agree
dem a monkey inna di jungle
mi a di hunta this a safari
gunshot dead bwoy cyan sorry
(chorus)
Dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
Dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
Nuff a dem a dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
(verse 3)
come again deejay
never fraid of bad mind
me never fraid of chatty mouth
gunshot a blast you mummy a shout
me nah beg no friend
mi nuh need no foe
When you chat up to me just look pon your toe
A Me name puppa albo from the sheng yeng clan
Chatty mouth a di virus me albo spam
Me dont puff dutty mouth inna di? of mi van
Ill leavin to my soldier
Mi name albo uncle sam
(chorus)
Dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
Dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
Nuff a dem a dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
The song "Bad Mind" by Alborosie is a powerful message to those who have negative intentions towards him. The phrase "dutty bad mind" is used throughout the song to refer to people who are envious, jealous, and critical of Alborosie's music and personal life. In the first verse, Alborosie addresses those who criticize his style and spread rumors about him on the internet. He asserts that he is not afraid of those who hide behind their computer screens and invites them to confront him face to face.
The second verse suggests that Alborosie's detractors are intimidated by his success and popularity. They may be envious of his romantic relationships or his ability to provide for himself. Alborosie compares himself to a hunter on safari, while his critics are like monkeys in the jungle. He warns that those who underestimate him will be dealt with harshly.
In the third verse, Alborosie shows his pride in his identity as a member of the Sheng Yeng Clan. He asserts that he does not need friends or enemies and is not afraid of anyone's words or actions. He declares that he is a soldier and compares himself to Uncle Sam, indicating that he is patriotic and willing to defend his country.
Overall, "Bad Mind" is a defiant song that challenges negativity and shows Alborosie's determination to succeed in the face of criticism and adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Dutty bad mind nuff a dem a dutty bad mind
There are many people with dirty intentions
Dem chat crab.bout me
They talk nonsense about me
Mi spot dem pon the internet
I see them on the internet
Dem a dutty sissi
They are dirty cowards
Dem criticise me style
They criticize my style
Cah dem cyan cramp it
Because they cannot copy it
Dem flex like a dem a teacher dem baby practice
They act like they are teachers practicing on babies
If you want some fi tell me just come and talk
If you have something to say, talk to me directly
Dont run behind no laptop likkle idiot clock
Don't hide behind a laptop and act like a stupid clock
Come to puppa Albo get your face?
Come to me, Alborosie, and face me
If you dont know fi find me just check pon di chart
If you don't know how to find me, just check the charts
dem fraid of mi sound thats why dem cyan sleep good
They are afraid of my sound which keeps them up at night
dem a pree me and a studying me inna mi neighbourhood
They are watching and studying me in my neighborhood
dem jealous of mi gal dem but dem cyan trouble mi food
They are jealous of my women, but they cannot harm my food
mi arrow jook nuff gal a mi name Albo robin hood
I have many women because I am like Robin Hood
everyday dem just come out with some new story
Every day they come up with a new story
watch yourself and dont watch me this a not agree
Mind your own business, this does not concern you
dem a monkey inna di jungle
They are like monkeys in the jungle
mi a di hunta this a safari
I am the hunter on this safari
gunshot dead bwoy cyan sorry
Shooting the victim, he will not be sorry
come again deejay
Repeat that, deejay
never fraid of bad mind
I am never afraid of those with bad intentions
me never fraid of chatty mouth
I am never afraid of people who talk too much
gunshot a blast you mummy a shout
Shooting, making your mother scream
me nah beg no friend
I don't beg for friends
mi nuh need no foe
I don't need enemies
When you chat up to me just look pon your toe
When you talk to me, watch your step
A Me name puppa albo from the sheng yeng clan
My name is Puppa Albo from the Sheng Yeng clan
Chatty mouth a di virus me albo spam
Talking too much spreads like a virus, like spam
Me dont puff dutty mouth inna di? of mi van
I don't smoke dirty things in my van
Ill leavin to my soldier
I'll leave it to my soldier
Mi name albo uncle sam
My name is Albo Uncle Sam
Writer(s): Alberto D'Ascola Copyright: Forward Recordings
Contributed by Addison B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@prototypelegend8581
The whole album is 🤘🤘🤘🔥🔥🔥
@Ruby2Gruvy415
Is this all Alborosies’ voice in this tune?! Or is there a featuring sum fire partner? Either way, this Jam goes Hell Ham STILL!!! Mad LOVE @ALBOROSIE !!!!!
@9999Rammstein
That’s him 😁
@markb5478
LOVE dis RIDDIM.
@alexandresantos7866
foda
@Michelthecat3450
🍁🍁🎶🎷🎷🎷🎷🎶🎶
@danielcasagrande924
Boa
@petersullivan184
Albo do you read any of these? Curious if we can connect as music fans from Worcester mass
@davidkamal6773
Come again deejay!!!
@dan-bwoy8218
dub version ???