Born in Staten Island, NY, and quickly moving to Pittsburgh, PA where she was raised, Brittney developed an admiration for several styles of music. Some of her foundational artists were Michael Jackson, Nas, Amy Winehouse, Bob Marley and Destiny’s Child to name a few.
Brittney says her current inspiration comes from artists such as Nahko and Medicine for the People, Rising Appalachia, Dead Prez, Kendrick Lamar, Mick Jenkins, & Luka Lesson.
Recruiters
Brittney Chantele Lyrics
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Yeah
They wearing suits and shit
Came to recruit and shit
They lookin fresh as hell
You see they pull up a whip
But it got government plates
Yeah, that isn’t they car
(Nah)
They don’t ever own up shit
(Yeah)
They know you think they look cool
They probably came to your school
Said something you wanna hear
They know the vice of a fool
You think they got it together
You’re down for doing whatever
They know your life isn’t what you’d call nice and convince you they’ll make it better
They don’t even own that whip
Hawaii? Yeah, you can go to Hawaii
You like music
You can be a musician in the Army
You see what I’m driving
This whip could be yours
You know war isn’t the only thing the army does
Pick a job, I bet you we have it
You don’t see the noose that came with the suit as they claim to master their own
Behind the mask is someone who has to get you to wanna leave home
You know the look you get from a pitt when you have a snack or a bone
That’s your recruiter when they get a yes
I swear that’s their favorite song
And they’ll do whatever to hear it
Like take the wheel of your spirit
They’ll watch you crash then step on the gas and promise to show you to steer it
They seem to know what you have in your baggage and swear that the army will clear it
They tend to see us as nothing but rabbits and they come around with the carrots
They don’t even own that whip
You like rollercoasters?!
Lemme show you this picture of me nd the wife at Disney
They gave us an upgraded suite because of my service
They treat the Army lovely
Everywhere you go
You’ll never look back
This is The Golden Opportunity
The Golden Opportunity Brittney
THEY DON'T EVEN OWN THAT WHIP!
In the song "Recruiters" by Brittney Chantele, the singer describes encounters with recruiters who come looking fresh in suits, driving vehicles with government plates that they don't even own. The lyrics suggest that recruiters present themselves in a flashy and enticing manner to attract individuals to enlist in the military. They use persuasive tactics and promises of a better life to convince potential recruits to join, even though they may not have genuine intentions to truly help them. The singer warns of the recruiters' deceptive tactics, implying that they may not have recruits' best interests at heart.
The song paints a picture of recruiters as manipulative individuals who know how to appeal to people's desires and vulnerabilities. They make promises of exciting opportunities like trips to Hawaii or careers in music within the Army, presenting a distorted image of military life that may not align with the reality. The lyrics highlight the recruiters' ability to exploit the hopes and dreams of young people who may be seeking direction or stability in their lives, using tactics that may not always be sincere or transparent.
The singer also touches on the recruiters' strategy of downplaying the risks and challenges of military service. They emphasize the positive aspects and rewards that come with joining the Army, while ignoring or glossing over the potential hardships and sacrifices that recruits may face. The song suggests that recruiters may prioritize meeting their recruitment quotas over genuinely caring for the well-being and future of the individuals they are targeting, using false promises and manipulative tactics to secure enlistments.
Overall, "Recruiters" sheds light on the deceptive practices employed by recruiters to entice young individuals into military service. It critiques the way in which recruiters present a glamorous facade while concealing the harsh realities and potential consequences of enlisting. The song serves as a cautionary tale, urging listeners to be wary of recruiters' flashy presentations and to carefully consider the true motivations behind their enticing offers.
Line by Line Meaning
Uh
Expressing hesitation or uncertainty
Yeah
Acknowledging agreement or understanding
They wearing suits and shit
Recruiters are dressed professionally and trying to impress
Came to recruit and shit
They have come to convince and persuade individuals to join their cause
They lookin fresh as hell
They appear very stylish and put together
You see they pull up a whip
Notice their flashy car
But it got government plates
The car is actually owned by the government
Yeah, that isn’t they car
The recruiters do not own the car they arrived in
They don’t even own that whip
Emphasizing that the flashy car is not owned by the recruiters
(Nah)
Indicating a negative response or disagreement
They don’t ever own up shit
They never take responsibility for anything
(Yeah)
Confirming agreement or understanding
They know you think they look cool
Recruiters are aware of the image they portray
They probably came to your school
Likely visited your school to recruit
Said something you wanna hear
Telling you what you want to hear to entice you
They know the vice of a fool
Understanding the weaknesses of those they are recruiting
You think they got it together
Believing recruiters have everything figured out
You’re down for doing whatever
Willing to go along with whatever recruiters suggest
They know your life isn’t what you’d call nice and convince you they’ll make it better
Exploiting insecurities and promising a better future
Hawaii? Yeah, you can go to Hawaii
Mentioning appealing destinations to recruit
You like music
Using personal interests to lure potential recruits
You can be a musician in the Army
Suggesting career options in the military
You see what I’m driving
Pointing out the recruiter's vehicle to impress
This whip could be yours
Implying that recruits could have a similar car
You know war isn’t the only thing the army does
Informing potential recruits of the diverse roles in the military
Pick a job, I bet you we have it
Assuring there is a job option for anyone interested
You don’t see the noose that came with the suit as they claim to master their own
Revealing the hidden motives behind the recruiter's polished appearance
Behind the mask is someone who has to get you to wanna leave home
Highlighting the recruiter's goal of recruiting individuals to leave their familiar surroundings
You know the look you get from a pitt when you have a snack or a bone
Comparing the recruiter's persuasive tactics to that of a dog seeking treats
That’s your recruiter when they get a yes
Describing the recruiter's satisfaction when someone agrees to join
I swear that’s their favorite song
Claiming that recruiters enjoy convincing people to enlist
And they’ll do whatever to hear it
They will go to great lengths to recruit individuals
Like take the wheel of your spirit
Symbolizing recruiters taking control of a person's decisions
They’ll watch you crash then step on the gas and promise to show you to steer it
Exploiting vulnerabilities and offering false guidance
They seem to know what you have in your baggage and swear that the army will clear it
Claiming the military can solve all personal problems and issues
They tend to see us as nothing but rabbits and they come around with the carrots
Viewing potential recruits as easily influenced and enticing them with rewards
You like rollercoasters?!
Using excitement and thrill to captivate interest
Lemme show you this picture of me and the wife at Disney
Attempting to relate and form a connection with potential recruits
They gave us an upgraded suite because of my service
Implying benefits and perks from military experience
They treat the Army lovely
Painting a positive image of military life
Everywhere you go
Suggesting opportunities and experiences with the military
You’ll never look back
Assuring a rewarding and fulfilling future with the military
This is The Golden Opportunity
Presenting enlistment as a once-in-a-lifetime chance
The Golden Opportunity Brittney
Further emphasizing the unique opportunity being offered
THEY DON'T EVEN OWN THAT WHIP!
Reiterating that the recruiters do not actually own the flashy car they arrived in
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Brittney Aston, Shyheim Banks
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