Chain
E.X.T.I.N.C.I.O.N. Lyrics


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It’s a chain reaction
And you can get
My niggas outside
And he don’t know
It’s a chain reaction
Nigga didn’t you know
My niggas outside
And you can get
It’s a chain reaction
Nigga didn’t you know
My niggas outside
And you can get
It’s a chain reaction
Nigga didn’t you know
My niggas outside
And you can get
It’s a chain reaction
Nigga didn’t you know
My niggas outside
And you can get
You can get hmmm
For anything
Black or white
Skin don’t matter
You can still get it in
Came back late
Lock on the door couldn’t get in
Chilling outside on anything
Don’t bother to bell
What the fuck not even a text
What happened to the rest
Nigga can’t finesse
The mandem looking all stressed
I’m just sitting here feeling blessed
In the mood to get licked from my head
But don’t be cheeky cah that smile will get whipped off your face
It’s a chain reaction
Nigga didn’t you know
My niggas outside
And you can get
It’s a chain reaction
Nigga didn’t you know
My niggas outside
And you can get
It’s a chain reaction
Nigga didn’t you know
My niggas outside
And you can get
It’s a chain reaction
Nigga didn’t you know
My niggas outside
And you can get
I’ve done that and been there
Never going back there again
From Kenya fuck with the back Chat
Cah we can do this again
Relationships are failing
Cos I don’t really like fighting
They claim there yours
But are they really yours
Used to be one of them niggas breaking the law
Give me a mic I’ll do a quick 16
Music is light work
My niggas will fight back
If u give them back chat
Don’t test my patience
It’s a chain reaction
Nigga didn’t you know
My niggas outside
And you can get
It’s a chain reaction
Nigga didn’t you know
My niggas outside
And you can get
It’s a chain reaction
Nigga didn’t you know
My niggas outside
And you can get
It’s a chain reaction
Nigga didn’t you know
My niggas outside
And you can get
Liars never been active
U ain’t about in ends
So why u chatting
You’ve never got got no one
You’ve never put no work in
You’ve never entered the t house So why you claiming your bad claiming this and that
More time
got caught lacking
Rookie mistake
Remember when we caught u on the mains
I remember that day
Why u running if your bad
Why u running if your on piss
Don’t chat shit and expect nothing to happen you prick
It’s a chain reaction
Nigga didn’t you know
My niggas outside
And you can get
It’s a chain reaction
Nigga didn’t you know
My niggas outside
And you can get
It’s a chain reaction
Nigga didn’t you know
My niggas outside
And you can get
It’s a chain reaction
Nigga didn’t you know




My niggas outside
And you can get

Overall Meaning

In "Chain" by E.X.T.I.N.C.I.O.N., the lyrics focus on the concept of chain reactions and how one action can lead to a series of events, particularly when it comes to violence and retaliation. The chorus repeats the line "It's a chain reaction, and you can get" emphasizing the danger that comes with provoking E.X.T.I.N.C.I.O.N. and his crew. The lyrics also discuss the importance of respect in relationships and how lying and fake bravado can lead to negative consequences. The verses mention E.X.T.I.N.C.I.O.N.'s past involvement in illegal activities and his love for music.


One interesting fact about "Chain" is that it was released in May 2021 and is one of E.X.T.I.N.C.I.O.N.'s most popular songs, with over 150,000 views on YouTube. The song's gritty lyrics and intense beats appeal to fans of UK drill music. Additionally, the music video for "Chain" features E.X.T.I.N.C.I.O.N. and his crew walking around the streets of London, adding to the song's menacing energy.


Another interesting fact about "Chain" is that E.X.T.I.N.C.I.O.N. has stated in interviews that he uses his music to express the reality of his life growing up in London and his experiences with gang violence. He hopes to inspire young people to choose a different path and leave behind the dangerous lifestyle he once lived.


Some possible chords for "Chain" based on the song's instrumental and structure are Em, D, C, and Bm. However, without access to the actual sheet music, it's difficult to determine the exact chords used in the song.


Line by Line Meaning

It’s a chain reaction
The actions of one person can trigger a series of events that lead to a much larger consequence.


And you can get
Anyone can become a victim of the chain reaction being discussed.


My niggas outside
Referring to a group of associates or friends who are available for help, support or revenge.


And he don’t know
An unaware or passive participant in the events being discussed.


Nigga didn’t you know
A rhetorical statement that emphasizes the inevitability of the consequences.


You can get hmmm
The consequences of the chain reaction can be severe and harmful.


For anything
The reasons behind someone becoming a victim are irrelevant, as anyone can fall victim to the events being discussed.


Black or white
Race is not a factor in determining who becomes a victim of the chain reaction.


Skin don’t matter
A direct statement that emphasizes race is not a factor in the consequences of the chain reaction.


Came back late
Returning home late.


Lock on the door couldn’t get in
Unable to enter one's home because the door was locked.


Chilling outside on anything
Waiting or passing the time while outside.


Don’t bother to bell
Not making an effort to announce oneself or request entry to someone's home.


What the fuck not even a text
A source of frustration that no response or notification was given to notify the singer of the situation.


What happened to the rest
An unclear or uncertain explanation is given for what happened to others who were potentially involved or present during the events being discussed.


Nigga can’t finesse
Unable to charm or convince someone to do something beneficial for them.


The mandem looking all stressed
A group of associates or friends are showing signs of anxiety or worry.


I’m just sitting here feeling blessed
Despite the events being discussed, the singer feels grateful for their blessings or good fortune.


In the mood to get licked from my head
In the mood to receive oral sex.


But don’t be cheeky cah that smile will get whipped off your face
A warning to not be disrespectful or playful, as it may result in serious repercussions.


I’ve done that and been there
The artist has experienced and participated in similar events before.


Never going back there again
The artist has no desire to return to that lifestyle or situation again.


From Kenya fuck with the back Chat
An association with someone from Kenya who is familiar or involved with illegal activities, including communication via back channels.


Cah we can do this again
The artist is excited or willing to participate in similar events again with their associates.


Relationships are failing
Personal relationships are deteriorating or ending due to the singer's involvement in the events being discussed.


Cos I don’t really like fighting
The singer doesn't enjoy or want to engage in physical altercation or violence.


They claim there yours
Someone else claims ownership over something or someone the singer believes belongs to them or their associates.


But are they really yours
A questioning of the legitimacy of the other person's claim or control over something or someone.


Used to be one of them niggas breaking the law
The artist used to be involved in criminal or illegal activities themselves.


Give me a mic I’ll do a quick 16
The singer is confident and skilled in rapping or freestyling, and can easily perform a quick 16-bar verse for an audience.


Music is light work
Making music is relatively easy and simple for the singer compared to other aspects of their lifestyle or activities.


My niggas will fight back
The artist's associates or friends will retaliate with violence or aggression if provoked.


If u give them back chat
If someone is disrespectful or confrontational towards the artist's associates or friends, they will react negatively.


Don’t test my patience
A warning to not push the artist's limits or boundaries too far.


Liars never been active
Those who are dishonest or fake about their involvement or credibility have never really been involved in the events being discussed.


U ain’t about in ends
The other person is not truly involved or influential in the events or lifestyle of the artist and their associates.


So why u chatting
Questioning why the other person is talking or making claims about things they are not involved in.


You’ve never got got no one
The other person has never gotten anyone involved or affected by the events being discussed.


You’ve never put no work in
The other person has never really contributed or participated in the lifestyle or activities of the singer and their associates.


You’ve never entered the t house So why you claiming your bad claiming this and that
The other person has not been involved in the events or lifestyle being discussed and is falsely claiming they have been.


More time got caught lacking
The other person is often caught in vulnerable or unprepared situations, which reveals their lack of involvement or legitimacy compared to the artist and their associates.


Rookie mistake
An error or mistake that someone inexperienced or uninvolved would make.


Remember when we caught u on the mains
A specific event where the other person was caught doing something they shouldn't have been doing or involved in something they claim they weren't.


Why u running if your bad
Questioning why someone who claims to be dangerous or tough is running or fleeing from someone or something.


Why u running if you're on piss
A rhetorical question implying that someone who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs shouldn't be running or acting tough during the events being discussed.


Don’t chat shit and expect nothing to happen you prick
A direct warning to not be dishonest or talk disrespectfully, as it will result in negative consequences for the other person.




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Written by: Christopher Olembo

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