Born Nathan Thompson in the early 1980s, raised by a single mum and the eldest of his siblings, he grew up in a less well off family in Peckham. Originally nicknamed 'Giggler' because of his tendency to laugh even in the most inappropriate situations, this was cut down to 'Giggs'. He became a father at the age of 21, but soon after spent two years in jail for gun possession.
He is known for rapping slowly in a low voice, which he described as "something different, enough to separate me from all the competing others".
Soon after being released from prison in 2005, Giggs started pursuing rapping as a career, instead of a hobby. Giggs and his SN1 crew started off releasing numerous mixtapes, including Hollowman Meets Blade, Welcome to Boomzville, Best of Giggs 1 and 2 and 3 and the hugely successful Ard Bodied, which featured the street anthem of 2008, "Talking the Hardest". His mixtapes have supposedly sold more than 100,000 units. This success helped his buzz expand outside London, however when Giggs first signed to XL Recordings, the record label was allegedly warned by members of Operation Trident to not back the London Rapper as Operation Trident is the Metropolitan Police's specialist team investigating gun crime within the black community in Peckham.
Giggs released the street anthem 'Talkin the Hardest' in 2008, which helped his growing buzz. The track features Giggs rapping over the beat from American hip-hop artist Stat Quo's track "Here We Go", originally produced by Dr. Dre. He then released his debut independent album Walk in da Park on 4 August 2008. The album had two official videos, for the tracks 'Uummm!!' and 'You Raised Me/Open Up'. Walk In Da Park received mainly positive reviews, and was very successful, selling out in most HMVs in the first two days of release.
Let Em Ave It is Giggs' second album and the first on a major label, under the XL Recordings label. "Look What the Cat Dragged In" was released on 7 June 2010 on XL Recordings, and is included on the album, which WAS released on 21 June 2010.
Singles released from the album include 'Slow Songs' featuring Mike Skinner and 'Don't Go There' featuring B.o.B.. In March 2010, "Don't Go There" entered the UK Singles Chart at #60. Giggs has been working with Atlantas JBizzy and produced around four tracks, "Whippin all day" (which can be downloaded for free from www.sn1giggs.com), "Background Ting" which can be heard on the official Giggs myspace www.myspace.com/trapstargiggs and two other which are going to be available on his album.
Giggs also has his own clothing brand, SN1 wear, including T-shirts, jackets and caps quoting previous lines from his songs such as "Talking the Hardest". These can be purchased from these SN1 store or the SN1wear website 'http://www.sn1wearltd.com/'.Giggs and the SN1 crew have opened a SN1 shop which can be found in Peckham Market. The shop sells clothing lines from the SN1 camp, as well as clothing from other designers. They also sell mixtapes and albums from SN1, Giggs and many UK artists.
Giggs has founded his own record label called SN1 Entertainment, it has not yet been confirmed whether or not it will be distributed through XL recordings. So far the only major releases on this label are Giggs debut album Walk in Da Park and Joe Grind Not Your Average Joe
The Best
Giggs Lyrics
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Old school nigga that bangs devices
She's telling me I've got handsomitis
And thanks for the invite, man's delighted
Got the gangster license
You can get in cheap, those handsome prices
They will never know just how gangster life is
Like little young niggas holding shanks in ISIS
You think it's all funny till a man's in it
Your niggas locked down got you on the phone
And you ain't tryna waste up all a man's minutes
And niggas banging out, moving mad silly
I remember feeling pissed when they bagged Jimmy
The amount of times I've seen my friends
Laying on the floor, dead, chills, mad chilly
So I clank some glasses
'Cause man's still standing here thanks to Marcus
And man ain't like all these wank-dead artists
'Cause to get where they got, they had to spank some arses
Man just get up and a man just marches
Man just set up and a man surpasses
Man pear tree it so I brang the partridge
Wanted jewels from the garden so ran to Clarky's
They already know, man's in it
I bag shh and I bag thingy
Fat philly, had to drop it out
Couldn't have my little son like "dad, bring me"
Sad singing
MAC ringing and the strap spinning
I'm back, billing round the back, chilling
I Gohan on a whack Krillin
The stretched arms for the fat bringing
It gets dark when the MAC's swinging
The crack breddas and the cat women
But rap's got me round the back swimming
It's that nigga, nigga, rap's in him
Tap niggas out and back pin him
Get your figures out and back bend it
Stick your finger out and man, sing it
The last ones left
Always kept it real, that's why the rats are vexed
Always kept the steel in case I have to step
And straight back out the ting and put a cat to rest
But they love us because we rap the best
And they know that man are trill the way we get mad respect
If a nigga violates and then the phone line connect
To bring the TEC, the TEC'll separate his head from his neck, listen
(They already) Mad ting
(They ain't gonna catch me)
Roll to the club in my tracksuit
Babes, I don't need to act like a bad yout
I'm the underground voice of the black youth
We carry firearms, man are strapped youts
Told the plug that I'm made for this
I took a whole one, I didn't pay for it
Next summer, I need 80 bricks
Treating 2016 like its '86
Far from perfect
I even tried work once, now I work it
Hella real niggas in my circuit
I know two man ready for a burstin'
Peng tings call me J
The bro 'n' 'em just call me gang
The OGs see me and they show me love
'Cah they know I've been trill since the pram
Eating black peas, will.i.am
Spending quality time with the fam
Real Gs do what they want and they have to
Halfway crooks only do what they can
Missing all my darg, got a few in the can
I smoke amm and I'm a new, different man
I had juice while you were sipping juice out a can
I bought a 4s but used to share a deuce with my man
Ahh, shout H for the link up
This some shit they couldn't think of
My man never leave it at home
He ain't sipping no yak like "why you came to the drink up?"
My girl got a big butt
And big lips she can lip lock
I tell her she the shit but
I'm still smashing other chicks in my flip flops
Mummy used to send me Kwik Save
My PayPal just saw a big change
I'm about to get my own kicks made
My brodees pull up in the big Range
I switch flows like a switchblade
I'm a wild one, straight out the south side
Niggas got fat while I starved, now it's our time
I take my job serious, it's never part time
The last ones left
Always kept it real, that's why the rats are vexed
Always kept the steel in case I have to step
And straight back out the ting and put a cat to rest
But they love us because we rap the best
And they know that man are trill the way we get mad respect
If a nigga violates and then the phone line connect
To bring the TEC, the TEC'll separate his head from his neck, listen
They already know, mad ting
Look, we bag both and we clap tings
The MAC-10's filled up with hollows
It's best you have some tef on your chest before these shots cause a mad ting
You're fucking with some vets and not the type to put your pet down
We need a new spot to put the TEC down
From Toxteth to Pecktown, real niggas get down
I run up on a nigga, spray him from his head and neck down, nigga, get down
In the song "The Best," Giggs talks about his experiences as a gangsta rapper. He begins by asserting his dominance in the industry, establishing himself as the "nicest old school nigga that bangs devices," someone who is a veteran of the game and knows the ins and outs of the scene. He alludes to his reputation as a handsome man and his appreciation for the gangsta lifestyle. As a rapper on the rise, there are moments when he feels he has made it and others where he feels defeated, but he keeps moving forward. He emphasizes that he is different from other artists who have succeeded by ass-kissing their way to the top. Giggs becomes more explicit with thoughts of loss and anger towards those who have passed on, effectively solidifying his loyalty to the gang lifestyle. He ultimately emphasizes how authenticity matters in his line of work, as opposed to success.
Line by Line Meaning
Man's the nicest
I am the best and most talented individual
Old school nigga that bangs devices
I am a traditional artist who excels at creating music
She's telling me I've got handsomitis
She is complimenting my good looks and charm
And thanks for the invite, man's delighted
I am grateful for the invitation and very happy to attend
Got the gangster license
I have earned the respect and recognition as a true gangster
You can get in cheap, those handsome prices
I offer affordable prices for my services despite being recognized as talented
They will never know just how gangster life is
They do not understand the true lifestyle of being a gangster
Like little young niggas holding shanks in ISIS
Similar to young individuals with weapons in ISIS, we are also dangerous
Yeah, man's finished
Yes, my time is up or the situation is over
You think it's all funny till a man's in it
You find it amusing until you are personally involved
Your niggas locked down got you on the phone
Your imprisoned friends have you on call
And you ain't tryna waste up all a man's minutes
And you do not want to use up all of my limited phone minutes
And niggas banging out, moving mad silly
People are engaging in reckless and foolish behavior
I remember feeling pissed when they bagged Jimmy
I recall being angry when they caught Jimmy
The amount of times I've seen my friends
I have witnessed my friends multiple times
Laying on the floor, dead, chills, mad chilly
Motionless on the ground, lifeless and extremely cold
So I clank some glasses
Therefore, I raise my glass in celebration
'Cause man's still standing here thanks to Marcus
Because I am still alive and well, thanks to Marcus
And man ain't like all these wank-dead artists
And I am unlike these unsuccessful and talentless artists
'Cause to get where they got, they had to spank some arses
Because they achieved success by compromising or intimidating others
Man just get up and a man just marches
I simply continue to rise and move forward
Man just set up and a man surpasses
I establish myself and exceed expectations
Man pear tree it so I brang the partridge
I emulate the partridge in a pear tree (a symbol of abundance) and bring prosperity
Wanted jewels from the garden so ran to Clarky's
I desired valuable possessions from the underworld, so I went to Clarky's
They already know, man's in it
They are already aware that I am involved or present
I bag shh and I bag thingy
I acquire secretive items or substances
Fat philly, had to drop it out
Large amount of money, had to spend it
Couldn't have my little son like "dad, bring me"
I did not want my young son to feel neglected or left behind
Sad singing
Expressing sorrow through vocals
MAC ringing and the strap spinning
Gunshots are fired and the firearm is being prepared for action
I'm back, billing round the back, chilling
I am back and engaging in illegal activities discreetly
I Gohan on a whack Krillin
I surpass and outperform someone inferior, similar to Gohan over Krillin
The stretched arms for the fat bringing
The extended arms (of a firearm) achieve success and bring wealth
It gets dark when the MAC's swinging
Violence and danger arise when the firearm operates
The crack breddas and the cat women
Individuals involved in crack cocaine and prostitution
But rap's got me round the back swimming
However, my involvement in rap music allows me to succeed and prosper
It's that nigga, nigga, rap's in him
I am the person referred to as 'that nigga' with rap talent within me
Tap niggas out and back pin him
I skillfully pin down and defeat opponents in combat
Get your figures out and back bend it
Reveal your true worth and amaze others
Stick your finger out and man, sing it
Express your true emotions and sing proudly
Roll to the club in my tracksuit
I arrive at the club wearing comfortable clothing
Babes, I don't need to act like a bad yout
Darling, I do not have to pretend to be a tough guy
I'm the underground voice of the black youth
I represent the unheard opinions of young black individuals
We carry firearms, man are strapped youts
We possess guns, we are armed individuals
Told the plug that I'm made for this
I informed my drug supplier that I excel in this lifestyle
I took a whole one, I didn't pay for it
I consumed an entire drug without making any payment
Next summer, I need 80 bricks
In the future, I desire to have 80 kilograms of drugs
Treating 2016 like its '86
I am approaching 2016 as if it was the 1980s, a time of prosperity and opportunity
Far from perfect
I am not flawless
I even tried work once, now I work it
I attempted regular employment at some point, but now I excel in my current lifestyle
Hella real niggas in my circuit
There are a lot of genuine individuals in my social circle
I know two man ready for a burstin'
I am acquainted with two individuals who are prepared for violence
Peng tings call me J
Attractive women refer to me as J
The bro 'n' 'em just call me gang
My friends simply call me gang, signifying our close bond
The OGs see me and they show me love
Respected veterans honor and appreciate my presence
'Cah they know I've been trill since the pram
Because they know I have been authentic and true since infancy
Eating black peas, will.i.am
I consume humble food, similar to will.i.am's upbringing
Spending quality time with the fam
Investing valuable time with my family
Real Gs do what they want and they have to
Authentic gangsters have the freedom to do as they please and are obligated to their lifestyle
Halfway crooks only do what they can
Inauthentic individuals involved in criminal activities only do what they are capable of
Missing all my darg, got a few in the can
I am longing for my friends who are currently imprisoned
I smoke amm and I'm a new, different man
I consume marijuana and it has transformed me into a changed individual
I had juice while you were sipping juice out a can
I possessed influence and power while you were experiencing mediocrity
I bought a 4s but used to share a deuce with my man
I purchased a luxury car, but in the past, I only had a small quantity of drugs to share
Ahh, shout H for the link up
Ahh, give a shout out to H for the connection or meeting
This is some shit they couldn't think of
This is an extraordinary situation or concept that others could not imagine
My man never leave it at home
My companion never goes anywhere without a weapon
He ain't sipping no yak like "why you came to the drink up?"
He is not casually enjoying a drink like, "why did you join us at the gathering?"
My girl got a big butt
My girlfriend has a large buttocks
And big lips she can lip lock
And she has full lips that she can use for passionate kisses
I tell her she the shit but
I tell her that she is amazing, but
I'm still smashing other chicks in my flip flops
I am still having sexual encounters with other women while wearing casual footwear
Mummy used to send me Kwik Save
My mother used to send me to a discount store called Kwik Save
My PayPal just saw a big change
My online payment account has recently received a substantial amount of money
I'm about to get my own kicks made
I am in the process of designing and producing my own customized shoes
My brodees pull up in the big Range
My close friends arrive in luxury Range Rover vehicles
I switch flows like a switchblade
I effortlessly change my style and delivery, similar to a switchblade being activated
I'm a wild one, straight out the south side
I am a rebellious individual from the southern part of the city
Niggas got fat while I starved, now it's our time
Others have prospered while I have struggled, but now it is my turn to succeed
I take my job serious, it's never part time
I am dedicated to my work, it is always a full-time commitment
Look, we bag both and we clap tings
We acquire both drugs and firearms, and we engage in criminal activities
The MAC-10's filled up with hollows
The MAC-10 firearms are loaded with hollow-point bullets
It's best you have some tef on your chest before these shots cause a mad ting
It is advisable that you wear protective armor before facing these bullets, as they cause chaos and destruction
You're fucking with some vets and not the type to put your pet down
You are engaging with experienced individuals who are not afraid to harm you or end your life
We need a new spot to put the TEC down
We require a different location to hide or store the firearm
From Toxteth to Pecktown, real niggas get down
From Toxteth to Pecktown, genuine individuals engage in illegal activities
I run up on a nigga, spray him from his head and neck down, nigga, get down
I approach an individual and rapidly fire shots at his head and neck region, causing him to fall to the ground
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Songtrust Ave, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jeremy Lubbock, Richard Marx, David Foster
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Dev sharp
This tune is FUCKING SICK !!! AYSTAR put the pool on the map on a next level !!!
Klass Act
2020 and this still fucking kills. All of them, the link up is everything. Fire 🔥 riddim.
Sam Staples
top quality beat, perfect for Giggs - he rode it
Mark Yrwd
Still one of favourite records. All of them kills this 2021
joebloggz2012
Aystar goes in hard
iX-Tekk
My nigga
Itzz Nino (ITZZNINO)
Always
Nick Efc Mort 1981
Certi
aaron i
The scouser smashed the fuck out of it👌🏽 g'won the bhoys!
mike kennedy
Aystars that sick they chopped his verse up n made a chorus 😂🔥