Since stepping out onto the dancehall scene in 2003, Busy Signal's undeniable talent and lyrical dexterity has taken him quickly to the front of the pack. Busy's breakout hit single - "Step Out" - was one of dancehall's hottest songs for 2005 and with a thugged-out video to match, it signalled the arrival of dancehall's next superstar.
Busy Signal, an alias given to him by a friend because of his constantly busy persona, has always approached his craft from a different perspective, not trodding the usual road of trying to voice on every rhythm out there to try and catch a break. Instead, Busy chose to record songs with concepts attached to them on purpose-built rhythms. The first such track to catch the attention of a wider audience was "Born and Raised", a song in which Busy Signal reps his birthplace and narrates the gritty realities of Jamaica.
"Even though I was an unknown artist and there was no-one else on the riddim," says Busy, "the track got good airtime which encouraged me to keep doing what I was doing. Producers don't want to give young artists a break more time, so young artists can get stifled. I just work hard on putting creative flows and melodies together and so far people have been feeling it." Already with a big following worldwide, Busy doesn't see his music as stopping in Jamaica. A slew of Busy Signal mix CDs flooded the streets from Halfway Tree to Brixton to Flatbush and beyond, creating and spreading the hype that lead to Busy being the strongest young artist to emerge from 2005.
Busy's self-production and businesslike approach to the industry has seen him already launch his own label, Network Records. The first releases, "Tell Santa Dis" and "Where I'm From" are distributed worldwide and are selling well.
Although Busy didn't rely on familiar rhythms and producers for a break, he has no problem recording for other labels, such as Renaissance, for whom Busy recorded "Not Going Down," showcasing his singing and deejaying abilities. Other tracks from Busy include "Because of You," with Tami Chin on the Throwback Giggy beat, "That Bad," and "Pharmacy" for Don Corleon, "Fade Away" for John John and "Too Much Gun," which sees Busy in explosive form, delivering rapid fire lyrics atop the reworked Man Fi Dead (Petty Thief) soundbed.
The end of 2005 saw Busy Signal garner immense critical success from show-stealing appearances on all the major stage shows across Jamaica, including the Smirnoff Experience alongside Sean Paul, Bobby Valentino and others, as well as Island Explosion, Camp Fire and West Kingston Jamboree. And of course there was the already-legendary debut appearance at 6.45am on the toughest stage in the world - the infamous Sting reggae concert. Busy stepped out in the rising sun adorned in full black and underlined why he is here to stay.
2006 has seen no ease up in Busy's momentum, with a headline grabbing performance at Reggae Sumfest 2006, where he performed solo on Dancehall Night and was also called up by G Unit on International Night. With successful tours of the UK, the Caribbean and Japan already knocked down and with Step Out breaking new ground on the esteemed Billboard chart, Busy is already being heralded as a new icon in the business.
My World
Busy Signal Lyrics
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Gangstas paradise, it nuh nice, watch'it(watch'it)
[Verse 1:]
This is gangstas paradise, yeah! life is
Not a game of checkers or a dice
Gangstas paradise, yeah(garrison and gun come)
Welcome to my world, weed, guns and girls
Weed, money and girl(we wi deeeh deeeey)
Welcome to my world, gangsta deh dey, gal deh dey
Some real shotta who ready fi bust it deh dey
My world gun inna, informer get shot in dem dominion
Squeeze trigga 'til finger fi get numb mi dun warn you
Man wi corner you, man who wi bomb you
Black rain wi wet you like st Andrew
We nah go calm when heat turn on, we bring it on
Give him di extra clip fi hang on to
[Chorus:]
To my world, weed, guns and girls
Grab a, couple babba, welcome to my world
Weed, money and girl yeah! we tuffs nuh play
Welcome to my world
[Verse 2:]
After dark don't trust no shadow
Never you lend out guns never you borrow
Ever see! a body push out inna wheelbarrow
Ever see a mother bawl out fi pain and sorrow
This a nuh scary movie but dem ting ya a rough
You caan bend inna di ghetto you haffi straight like arrow
Concentrate! never lose your meds never borrow
Try no flip, a nuh tips dem wi give you fi swallow
What a heat when you step in di street a shot a beat
Shot a fly through your teeth, it just sweet no matter who a do'it
Times get red! hot, nuh play tough cause you
Will get a copper or lead shot
[Verse 3:]
My world, weed, guns and girls
Grab a, couple babba, welcome to my world
Weed, money and girl(we wi deeeh deeeey)
Welcome to my world, gangsta deh dey, gal deh dey
Some real shotta who ready fi bust it deh dey
My world gun inna, informer get shot in dem dominion
Squeeze trigga 'til finger fi get numb mi dun warn you
Man wi corner you, man who wi bomb you
Black rain wi wet you like st Andrew
We nah go calm when heat turn on, we bring it on
Give him di extra clip fi hang on to
[Chorus:]
My world, weed, guns and girls
Grab a, couple babba, welcome to my world
Weed, money and girl yeah! we tuffs nuh play
Welcome to my world
[Verse 4:]
After dark don't trust no shadow
Never you lend out guns never you borrow
Ever see! a body push out inna wheelbarrow
Ever see a mother bawl out fi pain and sorrow
This a nuh scary movie but dem ting ya a rough
You caan bend inna di ghetto you haffi straight like arrow
Concentrate! never lose your meds never borrow
Try no flip, a nuh tips dem wi give you fi swallow
What a heat when you step in di street a shot a beat
Shot a fly through your teeth, it just sweet no matter who a do'it
Times get red! hot, nuh play tough cause you
Will get a copper or lead shot my world
[Outro:]
Gangstas paradise, it nuh nice, watch'it(watch'it)
This is gangstas paradise, yeah! life is
Not a game of checkers or a dice
Gangstas paradise, yeah(garrison a coming)
Welcome to my world.
In Busy Signal's song "My World", the singer describes his world as a "gangsta's paradise" where weed, guns, and girls are the norm. He warns that living in this world is not a game and that it's important to be straight like an arrow and to concentrate in order to survive. He talks about the dangers of trusting those around you and lends out a warning that even shadows cannot be trusted after dark. He explains that it's important to stay alert, never lose your focus or borrow money as it can lead to dangerous situations.
The chorus repeats the phrase "welcome to my world," which is meant to represent the harsh realities of life in the ghetto. The song is a cautionary tale of the dangers of living in a world of violence and crime, where the only things that matter are money, women, and guns. Busy Signal effectively paints a picture of the harsh realities of inner-city life and the struggles that people face just to survive.
Line by Line Meaning
Gangstas paradise, it nuh nice, watch'it(watch'it)
The gangsta lifestyle is not something to be taken lightly and can have severe consequences. Be careful.
This is gangstas paradise, yeah! life is
The lifestyle of a gangsta, filled with weed, guns, and girls, is all-consuming, and it's not a life for everyone.
Not a game of checkers or a dice
The gangsta world is not a game, but a serious business that requires skill, focus, and dedication.
Gangstas paradise, yeah(garrison and gun come)
This is the world of the gangstas, where guns and violence are a part of life. Be prepared for anything.
Welcome to my world, weed, guns and girls
In my world, weed, guns, and girls are essential ingredients, and they are not taken lightly.
Grab a, couple babba, welcome to my world
Come and join me in my world, where we'll share a couple of drinks and enjoy the pleasures of life.
Weed, money and girl(we wi deeeh deeeey)
In my world, we have an abundance of weed, money, and girls, and we're always living the high life.
Gangsta deh dey, gal deh dey
In my world, there are real gangstas and beautiful girls, and they all coexist in perfect harmony.
Some real shotta who ready fi bust it deh dey
You'll find some of the toughest and most skilled shooters in my world, and they are always ready to take action.
My world gun inna, informer get shot in dem dominion
In my world, if you're an informer or a snitch, you're not safe, and you're likely to get shot.
Squeeze trigga 'til finger fi get numb mi dun warn you
I warned you already: don't mess with me or my crew. We'll shoot you until your fingers get numb.
Man wi corner you, man who wi bomb you
If we need to corner you, we will, and if necessary, we'll also use bombs to take you out.
Black rain wi wet you like st Andrew
When we come after you, it's like the black rain of St. Andrew - dark, relentless, and unforgiving.
We nah go calm when heat turn on, we bring it on
When things get hot, we don't back down - we bring even more heat to the fight.
Give him di extra clip fi hang on to
If we're feeling generous, we might give you an extra clip, but don't get your hopes up - it's still not going to end well for you.
To my world, weed, guns and girls
Welcome to my world, where weed, guns, and girls rule supreme.
We tuffs nuh play
We are tough, and we don't play around. Don't mess with us.
After dark don't trust no shadow
At night, you can't trust anyone or anything, even your own shadow. Be alert and be careful.
Never you lend out guns never you borrow
In the gangsta world, you don't lend or borrow guns. It's a rule you have to follow.
Ever see! A body push out inna wheelbarrow
Have you ever seen a dead body being carried in a wheelbarrow? In my world, it's not an unusual sight.
Ever see a mother bawl out fi pain and sorrow
Have you ever seen a mother crying out in pain and sorrow over her child's death? In my world, it's a common occurrence.
This a nuh scary movie but dem ting ya a rough
This is not a scary movie; it's real life. The things that happen in my world are rough and brutal.
You caan bend inna di ghetto you haffi straight like arrow
If you want to survive in the ghetto, you can't bend or break under pressure. You have to stay strong and focused, like an arrow.
Concentrate! Never lose your meds never borrow
Stay focused and never lose your cool in the gangsta world. Don't borrow money or favors, or you'll regret it later.
Try no flip, a nuh tips dem wi give you fi swallow
Don't try to flip or double-cross us, or we'll give you some tips you won't want to swallow.
What a heat when you step in di street a shot a beat
Walking the streets of my world is like walking into a furnace - the heat is intense, and the shooting is constant.
Shot a fly through your teeth, it just sweet no matter who a do'it
When a bullet flies through your teeth, it doesn't matter who pulled the trigger - it's always sweet for us.
Times get red! Hot, nuh play tough cause you
When things get heated and dangerous, don't try to be tough - it won't end well for you.
Will get a copper or lead shot my world
In my world, you either get a copper bullet or a lead bullet - either way, it's not going to be pleasant.
Garrison a coming
The gangsta stronghold is coming - be aware and be prepared.
Welcome to my world
Welcome to the world of the gangstas, where weed, guns, and girls rule the day and the night.
Contributed by Riley T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
reina rodriguez
💛💚❤💋 2019 y sigue sonando🎶👍😎
EvAdErP
this song is one of the top 5 hits right now here in panama .... cool song!
Kristoff King
i love this tune !! busy killed !
Jamaicangirl21000
love it!!!!!!!!!!!!
Platty Puss
mad mad mad mad!!! Big tune. Busy flow cyan done.
ANGEL JAIR YT
*asi como mueven los ganster con carro fino, plata y tumbando guial.🔥🇵🇦
izabella pasek
REAL YARDIE TUNE
Sharif Salaam
busy the real boss
kingstonram
Respect from Switzerland! JA to di world... busy is da biggest....
DonFox Oficial
BIG UP BIG UP!!!! BLESS YA:))