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..
I Don't Know
Krept & Konan Lyrics
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When you know at home you got a good nigga?
And I just don't know, don't know
And I just don't know, don't know, why
Why you still fucking with them hood niggas
When you know at home you got a good nigga
And I just don't know, don't know
And I just don't know, don't know
Why would you try to start a fire, I can't dodge, I don't know
And I just don't know, don't know why
And I just don't know, don't know why
And I just don't know
I need a back rub, bring you back stage
Make you back it up til your back broke
Bring you back home, make your back go
Put it back in, bring it back slow
Do it bareback for the back stroke
That means kick back while I back Patron
When I back it out, bring you back around
Can't back your talk, you be backing down
And I'm back
Said the good niggas too boring
I might fly you out when I'm touring
Bring you back home in the morning
Used to be a good girl but she changed on me
You know that same story, yeah, that same story
Yeah you love him, he hurts you, so you leave him
Then he proves he deserves you, you forgive him
Cause you love him, you take him back and you let it slide
He gets comfy and hurts you for a second time
Now your heart's broken, you're saying that you hate men
So to forget about him, you partying with your main friends
You need good guys but keep pushing them all away
Cause you angry now and you think men are all the same
I swear
Why you still fucking with them hood niggas
When you know at home you got a good nigga?
And I just don't know, don't know
And I just don't know, don't know, why
Why you still fucking with them hood niggas
When you know at home you got a good nigga
And I just don't know, don't know
And I just don't know, don't know
Why you would give it all away for just 15 minutes of fame
Why would you try to start a fire, I can't dodge, I don't know
And I just don't know, don't know why
And I just don't know, don't know why
And I just don't know
Started off with a follow, preeing on the low key
Liking all your pictures, side eye emoji
DM's turned to WhatsApp, WhatsApp to FaceTime
(My hands on your waistline, cause I ain't tryna waste time)
And her boyfriend don't condone it, but I love her when she roll it
She tells me all their problems, but I'm bad news and she knows it
And her friends keep on warning her and she know the wrap
But it's too late cause she caught up, you know the type
Said he's busy but you know it's lies, two ticks but there's no reply
Loves him but he wants me to have a argument and she phones me crying
All that Rose she's drinking ain't making it better
If she waited for me to settle down, she'd be waiting forever
She knows this, she don't say but she hates that I met her
But every time we make love she always says that I'm better
Why's it always them bad girls that are good kissers?
Probably why I keep on fucking with these hood bitches
Fucking with them hood bitches
Yeah, fucking with them hood bitches
(They don't know about me, they don't know about me)
Fucking with them hood bitches
(They don't know about me, they don't know about me)
Fucking all them hood bitches
(They don't know about me, they don't know about me)
Fucking all them hood bitches
The song "I Don't Know" by Krept & Konan talks about the confusing nature of relationships and the double standards that exist in them. The lyrics are directed towards a woman who is in a relationship with a "good man" but still chooses to seek the attention of "hood niggas." The artist is confused about this behavior and wonders why the woman would risk losing a good man for a fleeting moment of excitement with someone who might not have her best interests in mind.
The chorus of the song repeats the questions, "Why you still fucking with them hood niggas? When you know at home you got a good nigga? And I just don't know, don't know, why." This highlights the artist's confusion and frustration with the woman's behavior. He also acknowledges that he can't fully understand the complexities of the situation, hence the repeated phrase "And I just don't know."
As the song progresses, the artist also questions why the woman would give up everything for fifteen minutes of fame and why she would start a fire that he can't dodge. These lyrics suggest that the artist is aware of the woman's desire for attention and her willingness to risk her relationship for it. He also highlights the danger of getting involved with the wrong people and the potential consequences of such actions.
In the second verse, the artist talks about how he got romantically involved with a woman who was already in a relationship. He acknowledges that the woman's boyfriend was against their relationship and that she was aware that he was bad news. Despite this, the woman continued to seek his attention and share her problems with him. The artist recognizes that their relationship is not healthy but continues to engage with her anyway, highlighting the double standard in his own behavior.
Overall, "I Don't Know" by Krept & Konan is a complex song that explores the confusing and sometimes contradictory nature of relationships. It highlights the potential consequences of seeking attention from the wrong types of people and the risks involved in taking such actions.
Line by Line Meaning
Why you still fucking with them hood niggas
Asking why the subject is still involved with men from poor neighborhoods despite having someone better at home.
When you know at home you got a good nigga?
Pointing out that the subject has a better man at home, but still chooses to be with men from poor neighborhoods.
And I just don't know, don't know
Expressing confusion and bewilderment about the subject's choices.
And I just don't know, don't know, why
Further expressing confusion and a lack of understanding about the subject's choices.
Why you would give it all away for just 15 minutes of fame
Questioning why the subject would risk everything for temporary fame.
Why would you try to start a fire, I can't dodge, I don't know
Expressing confusion and frustration about the subject's attempts to cause conflict or drama that can't be avoided.
I need a back rub, bring you back stage
Requesting a massage and offering to bring the subject backstage.
Make you back it up til your back broke
Suggesting a sexual position that could be physically straining.
Bring you back home, make your back go
Planning to bring the subject home and have sex with her again.
Put it back in, bring it back slow
Referring to sex and the pace at which it's performed.
Do it bareback for the back stroke
Suggesting to have sex without a condom to enjoy the sensation of the backstroke more.
That means kick back while I back Patron
Explaining the meaning of the previous line while mentioning a brand of tequila.
When I back it out, bring you back around
Ensuring to pleasure the subject during sex and bring her back to feeling good.
Can't back your talk, you be backing down
Doubting the subject's reliability and determination to follow through.
And I'm back
Expressing confidence in his abilities and returning to the topic at hand.
Said the good niggas too boring
Suggesting that the subject finds the good men at home too dull or predictable.
I might fly you out when I'm touring
Offering to take the subject on tour with him.
Bring you back home in the morning
Assuring the subject that he'll bring her home safely the following morning.
Used to be a good girl but she changed on me
Reminiscing about how the subject used to be a good girl, but now she's different.
You know that same story, yeah, that same story
Acknowledging that the subject's behavior is a common and predictable narrative.
Yeah you love him, he hurts you, so you leave him
Explaining the pattern of a relationship where the subject loves a man who hurts her and she leaves him.
Then he proves he deserves you, you forgive him
Describing how the man convinces the subject that he deserves her forgiveness.
Cause you love him, you take him back and you let it slide
Explaining the subject's tendency to forgive and overlook the man's mistakes because she loves him.
He gets comfy and hurts you for a second time
Predicting that the man will become comfortable again and hurt the subject for a second time.
Now your heart's broken, you're saying that you hate men
Describing how the subject's heart is broken and she's now expressing hatred towards men in general.
So to forget about him, you partying with your main friends
Explaining how the subject copes with heartbreak by partying with her close friends.
You need good guys but keep pushing them all away
Noting how the subject is in need of good men, but she keeps driving them away.
Cause you angry now and you think men are all the same
Suggesting that the subject is angry and holds a negative view of all men.
Started off with a follow, preeing on the low key
Describing how the relationship between the subject and the artist started with social media interaction and subtle flirting.
Liking all your pictures, side eye emoji
Mentioning one of the flirting techniques used to grab the subject's attention.
DM's turned to WhatsApp, WhatsApp to FaceTime
Describing how the communication between the subject and the artist evolved from direct messages to video calls.
(My hands on your waistline, cause I ain't tryna waste time)
Adding a sexual suggestion to the end of the previous line.
And her boyfriend don't condone it, but I love her when she roll it
Acknowledging that the subject has a boyfriend, but expressing his attraction to her and her dance moves.
She tells me all their problems, but I'm bad news and she knows it
Explaining how the subject confides in the artist, despite knowing that he's not a good influence.
And her friends keep on warning her and she know the wrap
Mentioning how the subject's friends warn her about the artist's reputation.
But it's too late cause she caught up, you know the type
Suggesting that the subject is already deeply involved with the artist and has fallen for his charm.
Said he's busy but you know it's lies, two ticks but there's no reply
Suggesting that the artist lies about being busy, while not responding to the subject's messages.
Loves him but he wants me to have a argument and she phones me crying
Describing how the subject is torn between her love for the artist and the arguments he creates in their relationship, which lead her to call and cry to the artist.
All that Rose she's drinking ain't making it better
Observing that the subject's drinking habits are not helping her with her relationship issues.
If she waited for me to settle down, she'd be waiting forever
Suggesting that the subject shouldn't wait for him to change his ways and settle down, as it's not going to happen.
She knows this, she don't say but she hates that I met her
Acknowledging that the subject may regret meeting the artist, but doesn't openly express it.
But every time we make love she always says that I'm better
Acknowledging that the subject may have a preference for him in bed, despite their troubled relationship.
Why's it always them bad girls that are good kissers?
Wondering why it seems that girls with bad reputations are better at kissing.
Probably why I keep on fucking with these hood bitches
Explaining the reason why the artist keeps sleeping with girls from poor neighborhoods.
Fucking with them hood bitches
Repeating the phrase from earlier in the song.
Yeah, fucking with them hood bitches
Adding emphasis to the repeating of the phrase.
(They don't know about me, they don't know about me)
Suggesting that the subject is unaware of the artist's true motives or personality.
Fucking with them hood bitches
Repeating the phrase one more time.
(They don't know about me, they don't know about me)
Reiterating the suggestion from the previous line.
Fucking all them hood bitches
Changing the phrase slightly to include all the hood girls he's slept with.
(They don't know about me, they don't know about me)
Adding the same suggestion from earlier in the song to the end of the song.
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: CASYO JOHNSON, KARL WILSON, JASON BLAKE, ARIOWA IROSOGIE, RICHARD ISONG
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