Battle Cry
Havana Brown feat. Bebe Rexha & Savi Lyrics


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I'm a straight shooter, ba bang, ba bang, bang
You trying to hit me with your right hoo k
Trying to sell me fame
I'm a lone ranger, I'mma smoke you out
Sugar I'mma show you what I'm all about

Lock, stock and two smoking barrels
Keep my shit straight like a bow and arrow
Cause I know, I know your hand and I call your bluff

And I don't wanna know the reasons why
I know I know you deep inside
And I don't wanna hear the twisted lies
I know this is my battle cry
This is my battle, this is my battle cry
This is my battle, this is my battle cry

I'm a straight shooter, ba bang, ba bang, bang
Gonna give you a taste of your own medicine
I'll hoo k you with my last ounce, start to reel you in
And switch you like tobacco, cause you burn like gin

Lock, stock and two smoking barrels
Keep my shit straight like a bow and arrow
Cause I know, I know your hand and I call your bluff

And I don't wanna know the reasons why
I know I know you deep inside
And I don't wanna hear the twisted lies
I know this is my battle cry
This is my battle, this is my battle cry
This is my battle, this is my battle cry

You're down in the trenches now
And I'm watching your walls come down
Surrender your weapons now
Surrender your weapons now
Surrender your weapons now

And I don't wanna know the reasons why
I know I know you deep inside
And I don't wanna hear the twisted lies
I know this is my battle cry




This is my battle, this is my battle cry
This is my battle, this is my battle cry

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Havana Brown's "Battle Cry" featuring Bebe Rexha and Savi is an anthem of strength and determination against those who try to bring the singer down. The lyrics suggest that the singer is someone who knows their worth and is not afraid to call out those who are trying to sell them fame or knock them down. The use of "ba bang, ba bang, bang" and "hook" suggests that the singer is a fighter who is not afraid to stand up for themselves.


The phrase "lock, stock and two smoking barrels" is reminiscent of the 1998 British crime film of the same name, which suggests that the singer is ready to back up their talk with action. The lyrics also imply that the singer is a skilled archer (as referenced in "Keep my shit straight like a bow and arrow") who can hit their target with precision. The lyrics suggest that the singer is well aware of their opponent's tactics and is able to call their bluff.


The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's determination to fight back ("this is my battle cry"), and the repetition of "surrender your weapons now" suggests that the opponent is no match for the singer. Overall, the lyrics to "Battle Cry" are a call to action for anyone who has faced adversity and come out on top.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm a straight shooter, ba bang, ba bang, bang
I am straightforward and honest.


You trying to hit me with your right hook
You are trying to deceive me.


Trying to sell me fame
You are trying to manipulate me with false promises of fame.


I'm a lone ranger, I'mma smoke you out
I am independent and will not be influenced by you.


Sugar I'mma show you what I'm all about
I will prove myself to you.


Lock, stock and two smoking barrels
I am fully prepared for this battle.


Keep my shit straight like a bow and arrow
I am focused and not wavering in my stance.


Cause I know, I know your hand and I call your bluff
I am aware of your tactics and will not let you fool me.


And I don't wanna know the reasons why
I do not care about your excuses.


I know I know you deep inside
I understand your true intentions.


And I don't wanna hear the twisted lies
I refuse to listen to your deceptive words.


I know this is my battle cry
I am confident in my ability to fight.


This is my battle, this is my battle cry
This is my fight, and I am fully committed.


You're down in the trenches now
You are in a vulnerable position.


And I'm watching your walls come down
I am observing your defenses crumble.


Surrender your weapons now
Give up your attempts at manipulating me.


And switch you like tobacco, cause you burn like gin
I will turn the tables on you because you are unstable.


This is my battle, this is my battle cry
This is my fight, and I am fully committed.




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Comments from YouTube:

@nguyentaka88

Bebe's singing voice is Verse 2 1:25 😍 What a sweet voice!

@mariahcubas

It's 2023 and I keep coming back to this song, it's a masterpiece and it hurts how underrated and under-appreciated it is 🀧β™₯️
Love you Havana πŸ’—

@alexbui3542

For anyone who is wondering where the fuck is Bebe, she sang the second verse and the "Surrender" part in the bridge.

@bentheonecookies

Love Bebe's voice ❀️😍😍

@JayRoberts2k

She is so underrated

@roxierocket6882

JAY HADID that's the sad thing with Australian artists, they are all underrated

@weston399

Your level of creativity is so underrated. I love for your music and visual concepts. !!!! Yassssss mama!!!!

@weston399

*live

@eatmewhileimhot54321

I hope Bebe has time to do some live performances with Havana, since she was probably too busy at Warped Tour to film for the video. Favorite song right now can't get enough of Bebe and Havana !

@egriseldamaloku2303

where is bebe rexha here

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