Dispear
Damian Lyrics

Lord! Dispear, huh!
Acknowledging and calling upon Dispear, which represents the bleak reality of life, that people should be wary of.

Shaka Zulu, Bobo Shanti, Nyabinghi man a Mau Mau Warrior, dispear, eh
A callout to various historic figures known for their strength and rebellion against colonialism to beware of Dispear.

Fear and desperation no depression can't tarry ya, dispear, hey
No amount of fear or desperation can keep people from experiencing Dispear, which should be taken seriously.

Ayatollah, Idi Amin, Mennelek, man a Masai Warrior, dispear, eh
Referencing more historical figures known for their power and/or atrocities to beware of Dispear.

Fear and desperation no depression can't tarry ya, this spear
This line repeats the message of the second line, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and taking action against Dispear.

Like burning spirits and such and such before me
Referencing other warriors who have fought similar battles to his own to persist in standing up against Dispear.

Who all fought for the cause and, dispear, eh
Emphasizing that many others have fought for what is right and that the fight is ongoing against Dispear.

Enforcing all the laws and
This line finishes the previous thought, linking the actions of past warriors with the present fight against Dispear.

The master of the masses
Referring to those in power who control the masses.

One has power the other one lacks it
Highlighting the power dynamic between those in positions of power and the ordinary masses.

Guns are power controlled by assets owned by financial forecasters
Using guns as a symbol of power and highlighting how they are actually controlled by powerful financial forces.

Who are the masters? They are the gangsters, they are the bankers
Characterizing those in power as gangsters and bankers, who control society through their financial might.

The ones who tax us, the masses, they are us
Pointing out that the masses are the ones being taxed and controlled by those in power, who are not fundamentally different from the average person.

The sheep, the people, divided in classes
This line highlights the division of society into various classes and the passive acceptance of the masses.

I go off like a shia bomb and all y'all see I'm on my
Referencing violence and his willingness to use it as a form of rebellion against the elite.

War paint on my face, shit
Further emphasizing his readiness for battle and his rebellious nature.

My nine mm on my waist, shit
Reference to his gun and willingness to use it as a symbol of power.

I'm a problem, shoot up your place shit
Making it clear that he is willing to cause trouble and violence to fight against those in power.

Let a few go, then I get low blazing Haze again
This line is ambiguous but could be interpreted as a further reference to violence or drug use.

The masters, the wall street war chiefs
Referring to the people in positions of power and their control over Wall Street.

The elitists groups, the masses
Emphasizing once again the separation between those in power and everyone else, with the latter group being controlled by the former.

They pray to Jesus saying he will see us through
Characterizing those in power as false or hypocritical in their belief that a higher power will help them through their problems.

The masters are the aristocratic
Further identifying those in power as being part of a specific class.

The masses ask if the most high is on his way here
Characterizing the masses as being in a state of uncertainty or desperation, wondering if help is on the way.

I'm trying to stay clear, my mind is my modern day spear
This line suggests that the modern form of fighting against Dispear involves staying clear-minded and aware.

Mek some bwoy know mi nah smile 'cause this spear nah mek friends
This line is potentially ambiguous, but it could be interpreted as a reference to the singer not being friendly or compromising in their approach to fighting Dispear.

Man a run racket man a run scheme man a run race man a run down Benz
This line highlights various forms of striving for success or wealth, with a focus on material goods.

Can't trust a she nor we nor eye inna contact lens
This line suggests a general level of distrust between people, perhaps as a result of societal divisions and inequality.

Man a run from police and a run down wealth and dollars and nah mek sense
Highlighting run-ins with the law and the general futility of striving for wealth in the face of Dispear.

So, rise up to my defense
Calling on others to stand up in defense against Dispear.

Hollow pointed is my preference
Suggesting a willingness to use violence as a means of fighting back.

Should have been deterred don't know what you heard
This line is somewhat ambiguous, but it could suggest that people should have taken action to stop Dispear sooner.

Get referred by the wrong reference
Highlighting the influence that the wrong information or sources can have on people's decisions and beliefs.

When this spear start dispense
Suggesting that the action against Dispear is beginning, perhaps with violence or rebellion.

It a fly and a tear through fence
A potentially violent image of the spear tearing through barriers or obstacles.

Dismember your members and all of your limbs body bust inna nuff segments
This line is a graphic and violent image of the effects of fighting against Dispear.

Well, man a run drugs man a run risk
Referencing the risks that people take in trying to rise above the effects of Dispear.

Man all a run out a time and ends
Suggesting that the pursuit of success and happiness is ultimately fruitless in the face of Dispear.

Man a run up and down and a run fi dem life and a run down this month rent
Emphasizing the stress and difficulty of trying to survive in an oppressive system.

Nothin' nah gwan a yard and food deh a road then man hafi go touch pavement
Highlighting the ways in which societal inequality can make it difficult or impossible for some people to survive.

Dispear was a tool that was used to enslave man and mek manservant
Linking Dispear to historical systems of oppression and highlighting its effects on society.

Escape from despair and desperation becomes more urgent
Acknowledging the urgency of escaping the cycle of despair and desperation that Dispear creates.

Mankind needs to cleanse and wash out dem soul with spiritual detergent
A call to purify oneself through spiritual means in order to fight back against Dispear.

A distant army a distant relative controlling the circumference
Suggesting that outside forces may be responsible for perpetuating Dispear and controlling society as a result.

And any man move with no permission they're feeling the circumstance of
Highlighting the dangers of trying to resist Dispear without the permission or approval of those in power.

Inner city youth dem rise it up disguised as AK-47, dispear, eh!
Referencing the use of violence as a tool of rebellion against Dispear.

And anytime them clap it up the whole city level , dispear
Suggesting that even when violence is used for rebellion or resistance, the effects can be damaging and reinforce Dispear.

They can't ignore me, no!
Asserting the importance of taking action against Dispear and refusing to be silenced or ignored.