Coward
Chip Lyrics


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Yeah
Send and I'll do it properly
I've got tough ones for the tough guys
I've got soft ones for the softies
Oh no (oh no, oh no)
Oh no, yo, look

Stormzy told me he gave you a hook
But he didn't say you're gonna diss me
Coward nigga doing coward things
Fight your own battles, you sissy
You can't run from me cuh
I know too much, we got history
Fuck you and your dead chess moves
One pen, I'll check you swiftly
In your book, you said I inspired you
Like Dizzee or Kano
Now it's 2015, I'm Mr. Potato
Not no Dizzee or Kano
Blud, is that the best you got?
Oi blud, if that's the best, then stop
Cuh blud, when my pen goes sonic boom
Katy B hooks won't save you, blud
Stand back, enjoy the show, don't get involved
Don't give a fuck 'bout millions sold
Whoever's still playing the numbers game
Safe, fuck off, play on your own
Right now, I'm doing music for the meaning
Trust me, I don't wanna change this feeling
Soundboys get in my way, you'll get a beating
Straight up control, alt, delete ting
You think just because you're famous
You're some Jigga or Drake, my dawg, no
Jigga and Drake got bars, bro
I don't give a fuck about Beemers, Benzes
Downing Street and tailored suits and chauffeurs, dawg
I'll spin you out your loafers, dawg
I am not the one to approach with bars
From Eskimo to Sidewinder
You never got a wheel-up, dawg (never)
Even with all your money
You can't buy a wheel-up bar (never)
I'm not Dizzee or Wiley or Kano
I'm Chipmunk, them man rate me
It ain't safe on the block, blud, trust me
Chipmunk's pen's off safety
Man will see this and not tweet it
But I've got everyone talking
Power of the Chipmunk forces
I've got the game all awkward
Bar for bar I'm on a next ting
You're chatting 'bout the past, that's a dead ting
Today lyrically, you're in a neck lock
I'm not letting go, on my Jess Glynne
I'm not lightskin or darkskin
I'm somewhere in between
I crush grime, then I crush pop
Guess I'm somewhere in between
But these days, I don't give a fuck
If I don't fit in your scene
Stay in your lane and don't swerve, nigga
You don't want it with me
Fuck it, I'm going in hard like I popped a blue pill, bitch
This is what lyrics sound like
On the other side of that red or the blue pill shit
If I ain't the one who is
You're confused, that's the issue
Tryna drag next man in your issues
Next time you go Downing Street
Better take all your trap niggas with you

Fucking lost yute
What you get for that
(Bluku bye bye, bluku bye bye bye bye bye)
You get me?
Cuh when you go Parliament
And put on your TV voice, your posh voice
You're not tryna tell them that you're out here, like, endorsing the trap
Take the trap niggas with you to Parliament
You're not tryna do that, are you? No, you're not
Cause you're on some part time usage for when it suits you
You're corny, cuz
Why you tryna use other niggas for street cred?
Stand on your own, rudeboy
You get me?




One man army on the microphone
Cash Motto, yeah

Overall Meaning

In "Coward", Chip refutes a claim Stormzy made on Not That Deep, in which Chip is alleged to have called him up asking for a hook. The song's first half sees Chip dismiss Stormzy's drive-by approach to dissing him, stating that he's been in the game too long to fall for it. He goes on to attack Stormzy's character, calling him a coward for attacking him on his own tune and for not fighting his own battles.


The song also sees Chip shift his focus towards the British music industry as a whole. He reminds people that he has been around for a long time and has more hits than most other artists out there. He explains why he's not interested in playing the numbers game anymore, instead emphasizing the importance of making music with meaning. In the second half of the song, Chip makes it clear that he is not concerned with fame or money, and that he is all about the music.


Overall, "Coward" is a powerful statement from Chip, in which he addresses the claims made against him and asserts his place within the industry. It is a bold and confident track that is delivered with conviction, and is a testament to Chip's talent and skill as an artist.


Line by Line Meaning

Send and I'll do it properly
I am capable of handling tough tasks efficiently. Just give them to me and I'll do them perfectly.


I've got tough ones for the tough guys
I have challenging tasks for those who think themselves strong.


I've got soft ones for the softies
I have easier tasks for those who think themselves weak.


Stormzy told me he gave you a hook
Stormzy mentioned that he helped you with a song.


But he didn't say you're gonna diss me
He didn't mention that you were going to insult me in that song.


Coward nigga doing coward things
You are acting cowardly by enlisting others to fight your battles for you.


Fight your own battles, you sissy
You should confront your own problems instead of relying on others.


You can't run from me cuh
You cannot avoid me or my actions.


I know too much, we got history
I have knowledge and information about you, we have a shared past.


Fuck you and your dead chess moves
I am not impressed by your weak tactics and strategies.


One pen, I'll check you swiftly
I am capable of proving your flaws with just one pen and a witty response.


Now it's 2015, I'm Mr. Potato
I am a different person now from the one you knew in the past.


Not no Dizzee or Kano
I am not trying to be anyone but myself. Don't compare me to others.


Blud, is that the best you got?
Is that all you have to offer? I expected better.


Oi blud, if that's the best, then stop
If you cannot do better than that, then you should not even try.


Katy B hooks won't save you, blud
You cannot win by using Katy B's music as a crutch.


Stand back, enjoy the show, don't get involved
Just watch and appreciate from afar, don't interfere.


Whoever's still playing the numbers game
Those who focus on album sales and chart rankings instead of the artistry of music.


Safe, fuck off, play on your own
You should not rely on others to validate your success. Play your own game.


Right now, I'm doing music for the meaning
I am focused on creating music with a message and purpose.


Soundboys get in my way, you'll get a beating
Those who oppose me will face consequences and defeat.


Straight up control, alt, delete ting
I will erase and remove anything in my way without hesitation.


You think just because you're famous
You believe that your popularity means you are on par with Jigga or Drake.


I don't give a fuck about Beemers, Benzes
I am not impressed by cars or material possessions.


I'll spin you out your loafers, dawg
I will roast you so badly that you will be left embarrassed and defeated.


Even with all your money
Money cannot replace or compensate for true talent and skill.


You can't buy a wheel-up bar (never)
You cannot succeed or earn respect by buying your way into the music industry.


Man will see this and not tweet it
Some people may read this and choose not to comment on it.


Power of the Chipmunk forces
My music and influence have power and impact.


I've got the game all awkward
My presence and success have disrupted the usual balance and hierarchy of the music industry.


Bar for bar I'm on a next ting
I am on another level when it comes to lyrics and rhymes.


You're chatting 'bout the past, that's a dead ting
Your focus on the past is irrelevant and outdated.


Today lyrically, you're in a neck lock
My lyrics have trapped and overpowered you.


I'm not letting go, on my Jess Glynne
I will not give up or surrender, like Jess Glynne in her song 'Hold My Hand.'


I crush grime, then I crush pop
I am versatile and skilled enough to excel in multiple genres of music.


But these days, I don't give a fuck
I do not care about the opinions or acceptance of others. I am making music for myself.


If I don't fit in your scene
If you do not accept me or my music, then I will not try to fit in with your crowd.


Stay in your lane and don't swerve, nigga
Stay focused on what you do best and don't try to imitate or outdo others.


Fuck it, I'm going in hard like I popped a blue pill, bitch
I am putting everything into my music, taking risks and going all-out to succeed.


This is what lyrics sound like
This is what true, authentic lyrics sound like.


On the other side of that red or the blue pill shit
This is the opposite of following the easy, popular path.


If I ain't the one who is
If I am not the one doing this, then who else will?


You're confused, that's the issue
You cannot comprehend or understand what I am trying to achieve.


Tryna drag next man in your issues
You are attempting to involve others in your problems and conflicts.


Better take all your trap niggas with you
If you are going to address controversial topics or actions, bring your team with you for support.


Cause you're on some part time usage for when it suits you
You only use or reference certain actions or people when it benefits you or your image.


You're corny, cuz
You are lame and unoriginal.


Why you tryna use other niggas for street cred?
You are attempting to ride the coattails of others for credibility and respect.


Stand on your own, rudeboy
Earn your own respect and establish your own identity.


One man army on the microphone
I am self-sufficient and powerful enough to succeed on my own without relying on others.


Cash Motto, yeah
I am motivated by success and financial gain, as well as artistic achievement.


(Bluku bye bye, bluku bye bye bye bye bye)
This phrase, likely borrowed from Jamaican Patois, emphasizes and celebrates a sense of victory and triumph over others.




Lyrics Β© Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jahmaal Noel Fyffe

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@GZU

Chip is to fucking sick

@littleones-yeahh

i cant stand his whiney little voice

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dont listen to it then 😱😱@@littleones-yeahh

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IF YOU JAMMING THIS IN 2023 ...Hit the MF Like!!!

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@hughlevestam

This song is like my mum, old but i still listen to it

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