Don't Worry
Conscious Youths Lyrics


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i burn keep-it-keep-it burn keep-it (keep it burning)
i burn wide awake i burn sleepy (keep it burning)
i burn keep-it-keep-it burn keep-it (keep it burning)
all I ever asked for is to be free

I'm a put C.Y. in my CV / paper tiga dem rocking MTV
burn CD's and MP3's / no tthe kinda Paleface that burn teepees
They call me L-I-L-R-E-D / they say my language is graphic banging in 3D
so if you jammed to the traffic or if you baggin' that baggage
i'll give you half of my sandwich 'cos I ain't greedy

They call me Cape to the N-A-P-E / got a TV but I don't watch the BB
for really / that don't appeal to me / that shit is fake, bro / that ain't real to me
ay yo, it's clear to see what we really need is liquid unity served in bottles distillery
it's killing me / agony and the misery / but the breath of the dragon just keeps sizzling

keep keepin' on in Afghanistan and wherever King George is steppin' on
Iran, Lebanon, Vietnam, Falun Gong / On and on bang the drum til the early morn
keep keepin on in Khalistan / Uzbekistan, Kurdistan, Pakistan
Tadzikistan / Turkmenistan / on and on bang the drum til ramadaan

they say Redrama gone but I keep keepin' on
the wrong day, the wrong song to be sleepin' on
I went from tired to on fire from weak to strong
mental battle I'm a take the Grim Reaper on
during the week it's on but when the weekends gone
you right back to square one like that PF song
if you think life's a bitch you the peeping tom
see I know life's a gift so I'm keepin on

you can see me flippin' on / when the beat is on
you thought I never would / now I bring it on
street music's on / not a silly song / sayin' everything is everything / we killn' 'em
king size papes we be fillin' up / ring side Napes we be chillin' out




you think we sit around / your feet will hit the ground
don't you worry yourself / so get the picture now

Overall Meaning

The beginning of the song "Don't Worry" is a repetition of the phrase "I burn keep-it-keep-it burn keep-it (keep it burning)". This statement is an assertion of the lyrical persona's passion and commitment to the cause. It represents the fire within him that drives and motivates him to keep moving forward, regardless of the challenges he encounters. He wants to be free, and this freedom is something he has been asking for all his life.


The next verse speaks to the lyrical persona's identity and his values. He states that he is a conscious youth, and he believes in the power of music to effect change. He does not subscribe to the ideology of those who burned teepees and oppressed indigenous people. In his music, he represents the reality of his experiences, and he is not afraid to speak his truth. The succeeding verses speak to the global issues of oppression, war, and injustice. The lyrical persona cites specific countries and political situations that affect everyday people. He is calling on everyone to stand up and fight. He urges people to keep the music playing, to keep the momentum and the energy high until justice is served.


Line by Line Meaning

i burn keep-it-keep-it burn keep-it (keep it burning)
I want to keep the fire of my passion blazing and never let it die out.


i burn wide awake i burn sleepy (keep it burning)
I am always intense and focused, whether I am alert and fresh or feeling groggy and tired.


i burn keep-it-keep-it burn keep-it (keep it burning)
I will continue to fuel the flame of my fervor and persistence in pursuing my goals.


all I ever asked for is to be free
All I want is the freedom to express myself and to live my life without any limitations, boundaries, or oppression.


I'm a put C.Y. in my CV / paper tiga dem rocking MTV
I will add Conscious Youths to my resume, and many people will hear about us and enjoy our music on TV or other media.


burn CD's and MP3's / no the kinda Paleface that burn teepees
I make and distribute my music on popular formats, but I am not like the type of people who have burned down Native American homes in the past.


They call me L-I-L-R-E-D / they say my language is graphic banging in 3D
My name is Lil Red, and my lyrics are vivid and powerful, like an immersive 3D experience.


so if you jammed to the traffic or if you baggin' that baggage / i'll give you half of my sandwich 'cos I ain't greedy
If you are stuck in a hectic and stressful routine, or if you carry a lot of emotional weight, I will offer you some of my resources and support because I am a generous person.


They call me Cape to the N-A-P-E / got a TV but I don't watch the BB
My nickname is Cape, and I have a television, but I do not follow or care about the mainstream media.


for really / that don't appeal to me / that shit is fake, bro / that ain't real to me
Honestly, that kind of content does not interest me, and I consider it to be artificial and insincere.


ay yo, it's clear to see what we really need is liquid unity served in bottles distillery
The solution to our conflicts and differences is obvious: we require a potent and harmonious elixir available at a distillery.


it's killing me / agony and the misery / but the breath of the dragon just keeps sizzling
The pain and suffering of the world feels overwhelming and unbearable, but I maintain my inner strength and determination like a dragon's breath of fire.


keep keepin' on in Afghanistan and wherever King George is steppin' on
We must persist and fight for our rights and freedoms, regardless of the obstacles and oppressors we face, such as in Afghanistan or under the reign of King George.


Iran, Lebanon, Vietnam, Falun Gong / On and on bang the drum til the early morn
We will continue to raise our voices and spread awareness and justice for the struggles and injustices faced by people in these countries and movements.


keep keepin on in Khalistan / Uzbekistan, Kurdistan, Pakistan / Tadzikistan / Turkmenistan / on and on bang the drum til ramadaan
We will also persevere and empower the voices of those facing oppression and discrimination in these regions, and we will keep going until the end of the fasting month of Ramadan.


they say Redrama gone but I keep keepin' on
Although some people may think that Redrama or other inspiring forces are gone or defeated, I remain steadfast and dedicated to my goals and values.


the wrong day, the wrong song to be sleepin' on / I went from tired to on fire from weak to strong
This is not the time to be complacent or indifferent. I have transformed from a state of exhaustion and weakness to a state of excitement and strength.


mental battle I'm a take the Grim Reaper on
I am prepared to confront and overcome any obstacles or challenges, including death itself.


during the week it's on but when the weekends gone / you right back to square one like that PF song
Even though I work hard and stay committed during the weekdays, it can feel like a letdown or a repeat of past struggles when the weekend comes and goes quickly.


if you think life's a bitch you the peeping tom / see I know life's a gift so I'm keepin on
If you believe that life is a miserable and worthless experience, you are just voyeuristic and not really living. However, I recognize that life is a precious and valuable gift, so I will persevere and find joy and purpose in it.


you can see me flippin' on / when the beat is on / you thought I never would / now I bring it on
I can become excited, animated, and expressive when I hear music, even though you may have doubted me before. Now, I am ready to perform and show you what I can do.


street music's on / not a silly song / sayin' everything is everything / we killn' 'em
I am making engaging and relevant music that reflects the realities and struggles of our society, not shallow or meaningless tunes. We are impressing and impacting our listeners.


king size papes we be fillin' up / ring side Napes we be chillin' out
We are smoking large joints and enjoying our luxurious and relaxed lifestyle.


you think we sit around / your feet will hit the ground / don't you worry yourself / so get the picture now
If you assume that we are wasting our time or being lazy, you will be surprised to find yourself falling down from our swift and powerful actions. Do not stress or doubt us; understand our strengths and intentions.




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@dombes1608

such a long time since I discovered this, brings me right back huh

@Reppus

one of the best songs ever!! Greetings from Czech :))

@trinthakias

yes they are amazing, i discovered them about a year ago and i am so glad, i still listen to them regularly, and they never, ever get old...i suggest you also search for redrama, he is a member of conscious youths (i think hes the best of the 3), and most of his songs sound just like conscioius youths, songs like babylon or kill it with hip hop are just amazing...makes me want to give the whole area of scandanavia a great big hug for keeping real hip hop alive

@BenjaminRoome

Everything Promoe touches is gold!

@puluzu

The members of CY are Redrama, Paleface, Promoe and Mr. Singh (Cape'nape). Promoe isn't on all the gigs obviously because he lives in Sweden and CY do most of their gigs in Finland.

@AkeSoderqvist

ill realy hope they will do some gigs in Sweden this summer.

@Hollyfield112

master piece of work right here!

@gijz321

my favorite song at the moment! :D especially the first part (is redrama the first one? )

@ppsssp89

Great stuff!

@jusfuknwidya

never heard of these guys before this song... had to take headset off then blasted my speakers

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