Autobiography
Ghetts Lyrics


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"I remember when Justin was around three, we were at a church concert
After watching one of the performances
I turned away for a moment, when I looked up
Justin, my three-year-old
Had managed to find himself on stage
In front of thousands of people
As if he was ready to perform next
From that moment
I knew Justin would be headin'
For platforms bigger than that stage
I knew he would stand tall in this world"

Started out in Nasty Crew
Just after Dizzie Rascal blew
Stanna took me Jammers
I remember it was afternoon
I was still on tag then
Fresh home from Hunter Coombe
Jammer played 'Destruction' to me
Told me it was coming soon
Sharky taught me patience
Marcus bought me stations
Back to back with Kano
Had me working on my cadence
Spitting in my bedroom
Nurturing the basics
While I was tryna work out how to turn this into papers
First I clashed Dimples
Then I sent for Flirta D
I swear even man was singles
Couldn't end the murder spree
Every time they heard me touch the microphone, first degree
I was tryna rub these niggas out the culture permanently
Then beef and music mixed and someone said I can't go out
It was on sight with SLK from when I knocked Swarvo out
Then they caught me lacking
Sidewinder Milton Keynes
I was with
I shoulda bought the whole of Plaistow out
The second phase is when the pressure came
Double, Monks and Foots left
And Marcus tried to set up Kane
I told him that he's wrong for that
And I ain't with the set up games
Then Newham turned against me
Like I ain't from the ends again
Mike Skinner tour
Mind's still on war
Knife with me still
I'm five-figure poor
Why give in for?
I'm still on form
It ain't just the deal
Why I'm in it for
My nigga pissed 'cause I ain't been to see him
I was in the lab
Working on my tape with Rich and Ian
By the time Risky rung my phone I was a different being
I was taking less risk on road even in the PM
Outside my yard chipped tooth
Who set the levels?
Mouth full of bars, true stories
Check the records
Where the fuck is the awards?
Who's collecting medals?
Who connected dots?
'Cause I connected several
People always ask me how the movement start
First I met Devlin through a mutual spar
When I met the brother Mercston he was moving grub
Scorcher rung me out the blue and showed me super love
Told me I was cold, I said it's mutual blud
Then my nigga 32 came to studs with us
And we was boring through with no excusing us
Next ting I know it's Boy Better Know and movement dubs
Before we was making money, on the tour bus
I was tryna make a duppy with a war dub
Me versus P Money, that was pure crud
Tell NME I find it funny they ignored us
All these man say they kings, it's just self-proclaimed
Don't call yourself a king, you ain't helped the game
Everybody in this ting must've felt the same
All I see is complaints but we've only got ourselves to blame
I changed grime sonically
Waged war properly
Done the impossible
Made them say possibly
All I got in exchange is niggas tryna copy me
And people that don't really know the culture running commentary
They didn't want me here
I had to bob and weave
You ain't self-made
What kinda odds you beat?
What time you wake up?
How long you sleep?
Me and Dominic, we was obsolete

If you don't tell your story they gon' tell it for you
Who's on the panel that's a rebel for you?
God said, "Chill, there's something special for you"
I know you been through hell so I got heaven for you

If you don't tell your story they gon' tell it for you
Who's on the panel that's a rebel for you?
God said, "Chill, there's something special for you"
I know you been through hell so I got heaven for you

Before we go
I'm just making sure my story's told
Collin used to manage me
When his office was in Walthamstow
Promises and guarantees
Until we didn't talk no more
I just needed clarity
'Cause I was chasing waterfalls
Darren, you was watching
When channel you was popping
If I'm absolutely honest
My attitude was shocking
Wasted opportunities
Based on insecurities
Had to make a comeback
Display some ingenuity
Let's talk about my CV
Thought about it deeply
Is being great the norm?
We don't talk about it really
How can I create the storm
And walk around this freely?
I appreciate the tools
That brought me out of dreaming
Carly shot my videos
Danny engineered me
Simmone let the Mini go
I blew the engine nearly
Marnie held me down from the day we met yearly
Anyone who helped me out
Thank you, sincerely
Four minutes forty-eight, ya boy ain't finished yet
I mentioned all these names but I ain't no one's silhouette
I done built my own brand up so before you try and interject
Sprinkle some respect up on my name and watch your nigga rep
Anyone who say I ain't the GOAT, incorrect
Disrespect
Disconnect
Fuck Radio 5, biggest set
Name another line up since including Chip, Grim and Devs
Purists say I'm falling off
When they was tryna work out what to call it, I just caught the drop
When you wanna make some music slightly left
They're quick to call it soft
Call me Jack the way I'm jumping out that awkward box
'Cause this ain't all I got
I see what the problem is
Scene full of politics
Pride and all ego aside, we could've profited
Instead it's blatant disrespect and behind-the-door apologies
But if you trigger me it's trigonometry
I disapprove when rappers diss with no discography
People say they want the truth but they settle for dishonesty
Analyze the game and all you'll find is Greek mythology
Stories with no evidence which inherently bother me
Industry's full up of victims of mental health
Don't forget about yourself while you entertain the world
Can you tell if they're laughing at you
Or laughing with you?
Well even Dave ain't been the same Chappelle

If you don't tell your story they gon' tell it for you
Who's on the panel that's a rebel for you?
God said, "Chill, there's something special for you"
I know you been through hell so I got heaven for you

If you don't tell your story they gon' tell it for you
Who's on the panel that's a rebel for you?




God said, "Chill, there's something special for you"
I know you been through hell so I got heaven for you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ghetts's song "Autobiography" delve into various aspects of his life and career, as well as his reflections on the music industry and his personal journey.


In the first part of the song, Ghetts reminisces about his son Justin's early talents and predicts that he will achieve even greater success on larger platforms. This sets the tone for Ghetts reflecting on his own journey, starting from his beginnings in the Nasty Crew and his interaction with influential figures such as Dizzie Rascal, Stanna, Jammers, Sharky, and Kano. He describes his dedication to honing his skills in his bedroom and his ambition to establish himself in the grime scene.


Ghetts then delves into personal and professional challenges he has faced. He recounts his clashes with other artists, such as Dimples and Flirta D, and his involvement in street conflicts. He also touches on the pressure he felt when his close friends Double, Monks, and Foots left, and how he disagreed with Marcus's attempts to set him up. Ghetts expresses the betrayal he felt when his own community, Newham, turned against him. Additionally, he mentions touring with Mike Skinner and the struggles he faced financially and personally, including strained relationships with loved ones.


As the song progresses, Ghetts emphasizes his impact on the grime genre and the resistance he faced from critics and industry figures. He addresses the lack of recognition and awards he feels he deserves and criticizes others who self-proclaim themselves as kings of the genre without contributing substantially to its growth. He asserts his own contributions to grime, highlighting how he changed its sound and went on to accomplish seemingly impossible feats. However, he also discusses the challenges of dealing with imitators and outsiders who comment on the culture without truly understanding it.


Ghetts then acknowledges those who have supported and influenced his journey, from Collin, who used to manage him, to Carly shooting his videos and Danny engineering his music. He expresses gratitude for all those who have helped him along the way and contributed to his success. He also mentions his resilience and mentions personal growth and self-reflection, acknowledging his previous mistakes and the need for personal improvement.


Throughout the song, Ghetts emphasizes the importance of telling one's own story and not letting others define it. He questions the industry's politics and the lack of authenticity and honesty. He urges listeners to analyze the music industry and not settle for mediocrity and dishonesty. Ghetts also touches on mental health struggles within the industry and the importance of prioritizing oneself amid the pressures of entertaining the world.


In the end, Ghetts concludes that he has a unique story to tell and that even though he has experienced difficult times, there is a special place for him in heaven. This serves as a reminder that through perseverance and staying true to oneself, one can find solace and success amidst the challenges of life.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Justin Clarke Samuel, Kadeem Clarke Samuel, Tj Amadi, Rio Romaine Willis

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Diamond Diamond

"Anyone who helped me out,
Thank You , Sincerely"

Manners , RespeKt
something that seems to be fading in this new generation.

love this guy
keeping the + values alive

Ghetts i Thank You, sincerely you've helped me so much over the years I've been lisenin 2 ur music n interviews.
The impact and the appreciation..
Words wouldn't do it justice...



Diamond Diamond

"Purists say I've fallen off
When they was tryna work out what to call it, I just caught the drop
When you wana make sum music slightly left, they're quick to call it soft
Call me jack the way im jumpin out that awkward box

Because this ain't all I got"



Booom!



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THIS ALBUM IS A ABSOLUTE MASTERPIECE. NO MATTER HOW GOOD OR BAD THINGS GET CAN ALLWAYS COUNT ON GHETTS TO DROP SOMETHING TO RELATE TO. BEING REAL HARD WORK AND DEDICATION PAYS OFF NO MATTER THE STRUGGLE BRIGHTER DAYS AHEAD. 💯GOAT 🐐

Nate The Lyricist

I'm genuinely grateful every time Ghetts releases new music

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Me too

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Wow 😯 did man really just do that , if you didn’t know you do Now. Felt this one differently !! 4 reloads

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Just reloaded it for the 3rd time

Luke Hopson Music

If you don't tell your story they gon' tell it for you
Who's on the panel that's a rebel for you?
God said, "Chill, there's something special for you"
I know you been through hell so I got heaven for you

That hits deeep.

Kraig Charles

Big up everyone whos been following Ghetts' autobiography since '2000 and Life' and remember every single moment he mentions in this tune 🔥🔥🔥🔥

Talitha

This is amazing 🙏🏽🏆

Kyz Reekøz

Real story teller 🗣❄️❄️

Diamond Diamond

"Anyone who helped me out,
Thank You , Sincerely"

Manners , RespeKt
something that seems to be fading in this new generation.

love this guy
keeping the + values alive

Ghetts i Thank You, sincerely you've helped me so much over the years I've been lisenin 2 ur music n interviews.
The impact and the appreciation..
Words wouldn't do it justice...

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