Time To Shine
Laden Lyrics

When it's gonna be my time to shine
Asking when the time will come for the singer to achieve success and recognition.

Now I'm in my prime (yes I wanna know)
Acknowledging that the singer is currently at their best, and expressing a desire to know when they will be able to take advantage of it.

I gotta get what's mine (ay ay)
Asserting the singer's determination to claim what they believe they have earned.

When it's gonna be-ee-ee a little shine for me-ee-ee
Repeating the artist's desire for recognition and success, and emphasizing that they only want a small amount of it.

Because mi full a versa-ti-lity
Explaining that the artist has a lot of different skills and talents.

Genius wi have some big song a play
Referring to another musician named Genius, and stating that they are doing well with their music.

mi nuh get the big brake yet (no)
Admitting that the singer has not yet gotten a major opportunity to succeed.

When friday come mi nuh get nuh big paycheck (so)
Indicating that the artist is not yet making much money from their work.

But mi still a work fi reach di top a di Apex
Stating that the artist is still striving to achieve the highest level of success.

Because mi wah fi wear mi platinum chain wid bracelet
Expressing the artist's desire to have expensive jewelry as a symbol of their success.

Big Ship, Dem neva know seh all a we face stress
Referring to a record label called Big Ship, and pointing out that everyone there faces challenges and difficulties.

So why dem nuh wah fi see me an snipa king lace crep (yo)
Asking why others do not want to see the artist and another musician named Snipa King succeed in their careers.

A dem alone fi brandish di latest
Accusing others of being concerned only with having the newest and most fashionable things.

But all a who a carry go through i race yes (next)
Acknowledging that only those who work hard will achieve success, and looking towards the next stage of the singer's career.

Well mi dyin fi see mi dream come through
Expressing the singer's strong desire to make their dreams a reality.

Because mi wah fi roll mi jeep, mi an mi team come through (yo)
Explaining that the artist wants to have a car and bring their whole team along when they succeed.

Some little fool, some little nincompoop
Insulting people who are trying to stop the artist from succeeding in their career.

Bout dem wah fi stop mi shine a dat dem fi come do
Asserting that those who are trying to stop the singer's success should be trying to achieve success themselves.

Well we haffi keep it real an true
Stating that the singer and their team must be honest and genuine in their pursuit of success.

No time we naw go bow fi get it, naw go kneel an chew (no)
Refusing to compromise the artist's integrity or work in a way that is not respectful or dignified.

Man a stand firm like when a Leyland new
Comparing the artist's determination to the strength of a new Leyland vehicle.

Ghetto youths we haffi shine show dem what we can do (true)
Stating that the artist and other young people from their community must succeed in order to prove themselves and set an example.

Stunt Squad this year mi decide seh dat mi haffi mek it inna
Announcing that the singer has decided that this year they will achieve success and recognition.

Cause nothing more depressing than when poverty tekkin yuh
Reflecting on the negative effect that poverty can have on a person's life and happiness.

Mom seh son don't stop knock di door until somebody let in yuh
Recalling advice that the singer's mother gave them to keep working hard and persisting until they succeed.

Jus keep yuh head up high yuh haffi mek it i'm bettin yuh
Encouraging the singer to stay positive and confident, and expressing belief in their ability to succeed.

I gotta get what's mine because i'm makin my entry
Asserting the singer's determination to claim what they believe they have earned, now that they are starting to succeed.

And I don't give a f**k about di haters and envy
Stating that the artist is not concerned with people who do not support their success or who are jealous of them.

Jus through di ting a build that's why yuh see dem a fren we
Explaining that the artist is making progress and as a result, some people are starting to become friends with them.

That's why mi always big up.who? Di "Genius" and Prendi (yes)
Showing support and admiration for two other musicians named Genius and Prendi.

Hard work an di lord work
Suggesting that hard work and faith in God are both important for achieving success.

Anyway now what a good reward (work)
Stating that the artist will be rewarded for their hard work and persistence.

So nuh bother keep up nuh shegry while u start hurt
Advising others not to be negative or discouraging towards the artist while they are working hard towards their goals.

Mi know mi's a youth weh haffi mek it cause it inna mi from birth
Believing that the artist is destined to succeed because of their natural talent and potential.

Nuff a dem nuh love fi see di star a rise
Stating that many people do not want to see the singer become successful.

Dem nuh wah fi see mi have nuh pretty car a drive
Suggesting that people do not want the artist to have nice things that symbolize success.

But dem still a stretch out hand a beg mi for a five
Pointing out that despite trying to hold the singer back, some people are still asking them for money.

a suh mi know dem nah go tired a dah boy ya vibes
Saying that the singer is so talented and driven that even those who don't support them will eventually recognize their abilities.