With Krept growing up in Gipsy Hill and Konan growing up in Thornton Heath, they started in their neighbourhoods from an early age. As time went on krept and konan became friends outside of music and in due time realised we both had a musical talent in mc/rapping. It was then only a matter of time when they both came together to make a few songs for the fun of it. The songs had the streets going crazy, everybody had them on their phones, it is then when they realised their music potential. Unfortunately later down the line in 2007 konan went into incarceration for a whole year which had a major effect on their music path. Krept did not concentrate on music during konan’s incarceration, and at this point music was not in the picture for either of them. However in 2008 Konan was then released from jail and music was still not in the picture for either krept or konan.
A few weeks after konan’s release a friend of both krept and konan had a studio who occasionally invited them round to make tracks here and there. As these tracks were released their fanbase began to grow again it was then when they both decided to put more effort into the music. The two then started doing music videos, freestyle videos and releasing more tracks as time went on and the fanbase continued to grow. Both krept and konan then released a mixtape together called “Redrum” which was made due to high demand. At this point it was clear to everyone that krept and konan became a duo in the music scene, and at this moment all they were missing was a name. This is where Krept and konan both came to the decision of the name “Play Dirty”. They are now an official group which will be expanding in the future to more artists producers etc..
Cold Summer
Krept & Konan Lyrics
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Yeah
Cold summer
Yeah
Krept
Listen
These psychopaths kill innocents
I don't know what Islam that is
But in the slum you kill a innocent you got to go to hell for it
Paedophiles three years what the fuck darg
They gave my brother ten years for a drug charge
A rapist less time than a hustler
You wanna talk justice where the fuck's ours
When a nigga from the hood's tryna make change
Stay out of jail tryna rap tryna maintain
The police lock shows when they got tours
Why they tryin' to a keep a nigga on the block for
They still follow us around on the shop floor
For the same job got to do a lot more
I know it ain't equal
So I'm tryna own shit and employ my people
I wish it weren't quite true
They don't see the same as a white dude
And to my white folks thinkin' "But I do"
Man trust me not everybody's like you
They see me in a hoodie thinkin' how you driving that
They think why do blacks love buyin' ice and that
Bruh they went Africa and took our diamonds from us
Now we just want our diamonds back
Why you think blacks love diamonds
I put diamonds in my watch that's black man time
And man I love to see a black man shining
But it's more beef more grief more black man dying
Then they throw us all in a cell
My young black G's got to change just within ourselves
They don't even need to kill us now
They just give us the guns and we kill ourselves
I know a lot can't relate can't understand
But shit ain't the same for a coloured man
Let me break something down for you
Let me show you why the feds just another gang
They stop man and move to us fam it's long
Like what's your name where you from
And they'll probably hold up draw a weapon on you
Like what you doin' around here what you on
And search pockets like fam what you got for me
Somethin' in there to take fam there's got to be
Real talk I can tell you this shit for free
That sounds like some real gang shit to me
We hear squale then we breeze off
When I see the word cops I just see ops
Act like they care the feds need a Oscar
No weapon in his hand but they shot darg
God knows why we don't rate them
My bro said can I get a amen
And when the feds talk to you like shit
Remind them it's your tax that pays them
Didn't give a damn till I saw the bigger picture
You meet a real girl watch how you dealin' with her
Cuh if the same shit happened to your sister
You gonna want to kill a nigga
But it's a tricky one
Thots don't help always showin' us their tits and bum
You're always showin' off your bumper
And wonder why men always hit and run
All my queens stand up
My beautiful queens that worship the higher
My queens in the church in the choir
My sisters in the kaaba in abaya
They look at you strange cause you're covering your faces
But they don't understand that you're looking at them strange
Cause they're half naked and don't understand how they're harassed by men on a day to day basis
Man a woman so powerful
The only thing apart from god that a man will bow down to
Give you that ring that bling that win and go all out for you
Got to give praise to a woman
Every single one of us came from a woman
I was raised by a woman
Graced by a woman
Learnt values morals I was changed by a woman
My words don't need validation
Lord what a creation
All my women in my life been amazin'
Just show her my appreciation, yeah
The lyrics to Krept & Konan's song "Cold Summer" touch on various societal issues and injustices that affect people, particularly those from marginalized communities. The lyrics address topics such as the media's portrayal of Islam, the disproportionate sentencing for different crimes, the systemic racism faced by black individuals, the theft of resources from Africa, police harassment and violence, and the objectification of women.
The opening lines highlight the media's tendency to blame Islam for acts of violence without understanding the diversity within the religion. The lyrics then discuss the disparities in sentencing, where a drug charge can lead to a longer prison sentence than a heinous crime like rape. The song also reflects on the struggles faced by individuals trying to escape their circumstances and bring about positive change, only to be hindered by authorities.
The lyrics address the racism and prejudices faced by black individuals, with a focus on the stereotypes associated with black men. The song emphasizes the importance of black empowerment and ownership, highlighting the desire to reclaim what was taken from them. The lyrics also discuss the issue of gun violence and the role played by systemic factors in perpetuating it.
The song further critiques the police, portraying them as just another gang. It highlights their invasive tactics, racial profiling, and the lack of respect shown towards individuals they encounter. The lyrics shed light on the power dynamics and questionable motives of law enforcement, suggesting that their actions are driven more by personal gain and control than by genuine concern for the community.
The song also touches on the objectification of women, particularly black women. It criticizes the behavior of some men who take advantage of women and then move on without any regard for their well-being. The lyrics contrast this with the strength and dignity of women who embrace their spirituality and cultural values.
Line by Line Meaning
These psychopaths kill innocents
There are individuals who commit heinous acts and harm innocent people
The news blame Islam and you fell for it
Media portrays Islam as the cause of these acts, and sadly, many people believe it without questioning
I don't know what Islam that is
I don't understand how Islam can be blamed for these actions since Islam doesn't condone such behavior
But in the slum you kill an innocent, you got to go to hell for it
In impoverished areas, if someone takes an innocent life, they should face severe consequences
Paedophiles three years what the fuck darg
Pedophiles sometimes receive ridiculously short sentences, which is unacceptable
They gave my brother ten years for a drug charge
My brother received a harsher punishment, ten years, for a drug-related offense
A rapist less time than a hustler
It's astonishing that a rapist serves a shorter sentence than someone involved in hustling
You wanna talk justice where the fuck's ours
If we're discussing justice, why do we still face injustice and inequality?
When a nigga from the hood's tryna make change
When an individual from a disadvantaged background aims to bring about positive change
Stay out of jail tryna rap tryna maintain
I strive to stay out of prison and pursue a career in rap to maintain a better life
The police lock shows when they got tours
The police are quick to arrest individuals from our community even when they're performing at shows
Why they tryin' to a keep a nigga on the block for
Why do they want to restrict our progress and keep us confined to our neighborhoods?
They still follow us around on the shop floor
Even in stores, we experience surveillance and suspicion from security personnel
For the same job got to do a lot more
To achieve the same level of success, we often have to work harder and face more obstacles
I know it ain't equal
I understand that there is a lack of equality and fairness in society
So I'm tryna own shit and employ my people
To combat this inequality, I strive to own businesses and provide employment opportunities for my community
I wish it weren't quite true
I hope that the inequality and unfair treatment we face were not the reality
They don't see the same as a white dude
Our experiences and struggles are not perceived and understood the same way as those of white individuals
And to my white folks thinkin' 'But I do'
To white individuals who claim they understand, it's important to realize that not everyone shares your perspective
Man trust me not everybody's like you
Believe me, not everyone possesses your level of empathy and understanding
They see me in a hoodie thinkin' how you driving that
When people see me wearing a hoodie, they question how I can afford to drive a nice car
They think why do blacks love buyin' ice and that
People wonder why black individuals are often drawn to buying jewelry and other luxury items
Bruh they went Africa and took our diamonds from us
They forcefully stole diamonds from Africa, depriving us of our own resources
Now we just want our diamonds back
Now we simply desire to reclaim what was unjustly taken from us, our diamonds
Why you think blacks love diamonds
Have you ever wondered why black individuals have a fondness for diamonds?
I put diamonds in my watch that's black man time
I proudly wear a watch adorned with diamonds, representing the progression and success of black individuals
And man I love to see a black man shining
I genuinely enjoy witnessing a fellow black man succeed and thrive
But it's more beef more grief more black man dying
Unfortunately, our community is plagued by more conflicts, sorrow, and the loss of black lives
Then they throw us all in a cell
Instead of addressing the root causes of these problems, they incarcerate and punish all of us
My young black G's got to change just within yourselves
We, as young black individuals, need to initiate positive change from within our own community
They don't even need to kill us now
The system no longer needs to directly kill us; they manipulate us to harm ourselves
They just give us the guns and we kill ourselves
They provide us with firearms, and sadly, we end up using them against one another
I know a lot can't relate can't understand
I am aware that many people cannot empathize or comprehend our struggles
But shit ain't the same for a coloured man
The experiences and challenges we face as people of color are not on par with those of others
Let me break something down for you
Allow me to explain and provide insight into our reality
Let me show you why the feds just another gang
I will demonstrate why the police, or government agencies, are essentially gangs themselves
They stop man and move to us fam it's long
When the police detain and interrogate us, it becomes a lengthy and exhausting process
Like what's your name where you from
They interrogate us, asking personal questions about our identity and background
And they'll probably hold up draw a weapon on you
They may even point a weapon at us during these encounters
Like what you doin' around here what you on
They question our presence and intentions in a particular area
And search pockets like fam what you got for me
They unlawfully search our pockets, expecting to find something incriminating on us
Somethin' in there to take fam there's got to be
They have this presumption that we must be carrying something valuable or illegal
Real talk I can tell you this shit for free
I can speak honestly and truthfully about this without charging you anything
That sounds like some real gang shit to me
These actions resemble the behavior of gangs rather than that of law enforcement
We hear squale then we breeze off
When we hear sirens, we quickly move away from the scene
When I see the word cops I just see ops
Whenever I encounter the word 'cops,' I instantly associate them with being adversaries
Act like they care the feds need a Oscar
The police pretend to care, but their actions suggest they deserve an acting award
No weapon in his hand but they shot darg
They shoot and harm individuals without any immediate threat or visible weapon
God knows why we don't rate them
It's bewildering why we do not hold them in high regard or respect
My bro said can I get a amen
My friend asked for agreement or confirmation of his statement
And when the feds talk to you like shit
When the police speak to us disrespectfully or condescendingly
Remind them it's your tax that pays them
We can remind them that our tax contributions fund their salaries and operations
Didn't give a damn till I saw the bigger picture
I didn't care until I gained a broader understanding of the situation
You meet a real girl watch how you dealin' with her
When you come across a genuine and sincere woman, be mindful of how you treat her
Cuh if the same shit happened to your sister
Just imagine if the same negative experiences were inflicted upon your sister
You gonna want to kill a nigga
You would feel a strong desire to seek vengeance against the person responsible
But it's a tricky one
It's a complex and challenging situation
Thots don't help always showin' us their tits and bum
Promiscuous women who objectify themselves don't contribute positively to our community
You're always showin' off your bumper
You constantly flaunt your physical attributes, particularly your buttocks
And wonder why men always hit and run
Then you wonder why men treat you as disposable and only seek casual encounters
All my queens stand up
To all the strong, independent women out there, rise and be recognized
My beautiful queens that worship the higher
The women who honor and have faith in a higher power
My queens in the church in the choir
The women who actively participate in the church and sing in the choir
My sisters in the kaaba in abaya
My fellow sisters who visit the Kaaba, a sacred place of worship, and wear the traditional abaya
They look at you strange cause you're covering your faces
People may give you judgmental looks because you choose to cover your faces
But they don't understand that you're looking at them strange
They fail to comprehend that you find their lack of modesty and constant objectification strange
Cause they're half naked and don't understand how they're harassed by men on a day to day basis
These individuals are partially naked, oblivious to the fact that they experience constant harassment from men
Man a woman so powerful
A woman possesses immense strength and influence
The only thing apart from god that a man will bow down to
A man will only humble himself before a woman and God, as they both hold significant importance
Give you that ring that bling that win and go all out for you
A man will commit to you, offer expensive jewelry, and fiercely support and defend you
Got to give praise to a woman
We must acknowledge and appreciate the qualities and contributions of women
Every single one of us came from a woman
We all owe our existence and origins to a woman
I was raised by a woman
Personally, I was brought up and nurtured by a woman
Graced by a woman
A woman's presence in my life has bestowed a sense of grace and blessings upon me
Learnt values morals I was changed by a woman
A woman taught me important values and morals that positively influenced and transformed me
My words don't need validation
My words do not require external validation or approval
Lord what a creation
Humans are truly remarkable and magnificent creations
All my women in my life been amazin'
Every woman who has been a part of my life has been extraordinary and remarkable
Just show her my appreciation, yeah
I simply want to express and demonstrate my gratitude and admiration towards her
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Written by: Casyo Johnson, Karl Wilson
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