SHIFT
Commodo feat. JME Lyrics

Jme, Commodo
The song is performed by Jme and Commodo.

Serious, serious
The song is about the serious nature of violence and its consequences.

Yeah, anyone can get it
Violence can happen to anyone, regardless of status or reputation.

So be on point, bredrin, you know the score
Be aware and alert, you understand how things work in this dangerous situation.

Kano dun told you about slipping in 2004
Kano warned about the dangers of being caught off-guard in a violent situation in his song 'P's and Q's' released in 2004.

Can′t be moving loose, keep your eyes peeled for all these youths
Don't act carelessly and watch out for potentially violent youth.

I'm a big man so I don′t par with man that roll with man that's moving food
As an adult, I don't associate with people who associate with drug dealers, as it can be dangerous.

Don't let yourself argue with a prick and get drawn out
Avoid conflict with people who are quick to argue and escalate the situation.

Yesterday, you didn′t know he existed, but it′s war now
Someone you didn't know before can now become your enemy in a violent situation.

Yeah, see what I'm saying, carry on thinking it′s a game man's playing
People underestimate the seriousness of violence and treat it like a game.

But really, you don′t wanna see man punching, shanking, let alone spraying
The consequences of violence, including physical injuries, are severe and not desirable.

So be on point rudeboy, you don't wanna slip
Stay alert and don't let your guard down.

I told you nothing goes past me in 2006
I have experience and knowledge of how to handle dangerous situations.

You′ve gotta be moving wise, keep your eyes peeled for all these guys
Act smart and be cautious around potentially violent people.

Truss, don′t let your pride or ego take control
Avoid letting your ego get in the way of making smart decisions in violent situations.

When ten-man roll don′t run it up cause one day you'll be on your own
Don't engage in violent confrontations when you have a group of people with you, as one day you may have to face a violent situation alone.

Yeah, you′ll get beat, carry on thinking it's Sesame Street
People who underestimate the seriousness of violence will ultimately suffer the consequences.

But you don′t wanna end up in a can like Grouch, with a big bird
You don't want to end up in prison, which is like a trash can, with a violent cellmate ('big bird').

No ifs, buts or maybes
There is no ambiguity or wavering when it comes to the danger of violence.

It's worse if you′re famous
Being a public figure doesn't provide protection from violence.

Somebody might draw for the leng like the guy on top of the Courvoisier lid
Someone may pull out a gun, like the man on the Courvoisier bottle, resulting in violence.

Don't care if you′re baiding
The attacker doesn't care about the victim's social status or reputation.

Don′t care what your name is
The attacker doesn't care about the victim's name or identity.

So beware, truss me, know where you're heading
Be cautious and aware of your surroundings at all times.

Wiley told you he slipped in Southwest in 2007
Wiley shared his experience of getting caught in a violent situation in Southwest London in 2007.

Gotta be moving correct
It's important to handle yourself wisely and make good decisions in violent situations.

Stay in check
Remain calm and collected in order to handle violent situations effectively.

I'm a big man so I try not watch other man, but I make sure that I watch feds
As an adult, I prioritize avoiding conflict with other people but watch out for the police 'feds'.

Don′t end up arguing with a fed and get yourself shift
Avoid engaging in arguments with the police, as it may lead to arrest or violence.

Ten minutes ago you′re on your way to a rave, but now it′s a myth
Violent situations can occur at any moment and disrupt your plans.

Yeah, see what I mean, keep shouting cause your license clean
People with a clean record and no criminal history may overestimate their ability to handle violent situations.

Til the fed twists up your arm, puts you in a cell, gives you eighteen
Even if you have a clean record, you can easily end up arrested and with a long prison sentence.

Don′t think that you are Superman with no cape
Avoid overestimating your ability to handle violent situations or protect yourself.

Cause one day you might run up on the wrong Nigō, Pharrell like BAPE
You may end up in a violent situation with someone who is much more skilled or dangerous than you.

It will get tense, ain't no time for sitting on the fence
Situations can escalate quickly, so it's important to take action and make decisions quickly.

You better choose, fight or flight
In violent situations, you need to decide whether to fight back or try to escape.

It′s a mad night
The night is chaotic and dangerous.