Music
Leela James Feat. Talib Kweli Lyrics
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My crew take of your bodies
The more the merrier
Point and spray the area
Niggas is quick to bury you
Punk niggas feel inferior
Guns make us superior
Cats start acting scarier
You know who killing it,
Niggas saying they militant
The only blood in the street
Is when the government spilling it
You could have a hand gun or a cannon
And you still
Without the knowledge and wisdom
And understanding of
A 22 derringer
A 38 long
A 44 desert eagle
A Glock Nine
Time to protect the fam I'm a cock mine
I make the streets run red
Like a stop sign stop lying
Co Coi Coi Clak Clak Clak Clak Clak
Gun man music never take shot back (oh!)
Co Coi Coi Clak Clak Clak Clak Clak (Come On)
Ghetto Red Hot 'round the world you hear that (oh oh oh come on)
Co Coi Coi Clack Clak Clak Clak Clak
Gun man youth never take shot back (Yes!)(Brooklyn)
Co Coi Coi Clak Clak Clak Clak Clak
Ghetto red hot 'round the world you hear that
In Jamaica (Kingston)
In Brooklyn (Flatbush)
In Ethiopia (Yep)
We Go There and Back (Come On)
To all my real live soldier cats where you at
Dogs don't hold them back
Those the cats that go to strapped to blow a back
You could be whoever
A black panther or lap dancer
When respect is the question
Folks coming with the gat answer
Shoot at your feet like spider, you a tap dancer
What am I amusing to you?
You better have that answer
Toys for guns, I got guns for toys
Silencers bring the heat without bringing the noise
Bringing the funk of dead bodies
Go ahead bring in your boys
You'll see the soul of black folk like W.E.B DuBois
Israelis got tanks and Palestinians got rocks
Inmates got shanks and dirty cops they got glocks
We got tribes in Africa that listen to Pac
Fighting with brothers who pump Biggie
Like they live on the block
Co Coi Coi Clak Clak Clak Clak Clak
Gun man music never take shot back (oh!)
Co Coi Coi Clak Clak Clak Clak Clak (Come On)
Ghetto Red Hot 'round the world you hear that (oh oh oh come on)
Co Coi Coi Clack Clak Clak Clak Clak
Gun man youth never take shot back (Yes!)(Brooklyn)
Co Coi Coi Clak Clak Clak Clak Clak
Ghetto red hot 'round the world you hear that
In Jamaica (Kingston)
In Brooklyn (Flatbush)
In Ethiopia (Yep)
We Go There and Back (Come On)
To all my real live soldier cats where you at
Dogs don't hold them back
Those the cats that go to strapped to blow a back
These are the tools of the trade
That we use to get paid
When we cruise on escapades
And escalades with guns to blaze
We been this ways since the younger days
Safe from the hunger pains
Pop Bang when the trouble came
Pioneers of gun slang
Supply you with them things
A little something, something
Set fire to the game
My system be thumping
Co Coi Coi! the sounds of guns busting
Co Coi Coi! your heart just start pumping
From a 22 derringer
A 38 long
A 44 desert eagle, a glock 9
Time to protect the fam I 'ma cock mine
I make the streets run red
Like a stop sign stop lying
Gun Music y'all
The song "Music" by Leela James featuring Talib Kweli, speaks about the use of guns and the repercussions of gun violence, particularly in the African-American community. The lyrics describe the arrogance and lack of empathy of those who use guns, and the consequences of their actions on society.
The opening lines "Now, If I'm out of town, My crew take of your bodies" suggest that members of a crew or gang, take it upon themselves to take the law into their own hands, without any fear of the consequences of their actions. The lyrics go on to describe the ease with which these individuals use guns for their own advantage and how they perceive their possession of a firearm as a sign of power and superiority over others. The line "Guns make us superior" reiterates this notion. However, the artist also highlights the fact that this culture of violence perpetuated within the African-American community comes from a lack of education and understanding on the history of gun violence.
The song also indirectly calls out the culture of lies and pretense that exists within society surrounding gun control, and how the government often portrays itself as the victim rather than a contributor to the problem of gun violence. In lines such as "The only blood in the street Is when the government spilling it," the song highlights this hypocrisy and suggests that the solution to gun violence lies not in more guns but in education and correct governance.
Line by Line Meaning
Now, If I'm out of town
If I'm not around
My crew take of your bodies
My associates will handle any necessary actions
The more the merrier
The more people involved, the better
Point and spray the area
Fire indiscriminately
Niggas is quick to bury you
People are eager to end your life
Punk niggas feel inferior
Weak individuals feel inadequate
Guns make us superior
Weapons provide a sense of power
Cats start acting scarier
People become more fearful
Situations get hairier, yo
Circumstances become more intense
You know who killing it,
There is a clear understanding of who is successful
Niggas saying they militant
People claiming to be combat-ready
The only blood in the street
The only violence in the area
Is when the government spilling it
Is when the authorities are conducting violent acts
You could have a hand gun or a cannon
Weapons come in various sizes
And you still
Nevertheless
Without the knowledge and wisdom
Lacking understanding
And understanding of
Comprehension of
A 22 derringer
A small handgun
A 38 long
A larger handgun
A 44 desert eagle
A heavy, powerful handgun
A Glock Nine
A popular handgun model
Time to protect the fam I'm a cock mine
I will prepare my gun to defend my family
I make the streets run red
I will bring bloodshed to the area
Like a stop sign stop lying
Stop deceiving others
Gun man music never take shot back (oh!)
Gun-related music tends to incite violence
Ghetto red hot 'round the world you hear that
The popularity of gun culture is widespread
Gun man youth never take shot back (Yes!)(Brooklyn)
Young people involved in gun violence do not hesitate to retaliate
In Jamaica (Kingston)
Referring to the location of gun violence
In Brooklyn (Flatbush)
Referring to the location of gun violence
In Ethiopia (Yep)
Referring to the location of gun violence
We Go There and Back (Come On)
We are familiar with these areas
To all my real live soldier cats where you at
Addressing individuals involved in violent activities
Dogs don't hold them back
Nothing will deter these individuals
Those the cats that go to strapped to blow a back
The individuals will carry weapons and not hesitate to use them
You could be whoever
Regardless of your identity
A black panther or lap dancer
Whether you are a radical or a performer
When respect is the question
When the issue is about respect
Folks coming with the gat answer
People respond with weapons
Shoot at your feet like spider, you a tap dancer
Fire indiscriminately, forcing you to move quickly
What am I amusing to you?
Why are you entertained by me?
You better have that answer
You must provide an explanation
Toys for guns, I got guns for toys
Weapons are my currency
Silencers bring the heat without bringing the noise
Suppressors create less sound but still result in violence
Bringing the funk of dead bodies
Referring to the aftermath of violence
Go ahead bring in your boys
Bring in your associates to join the violence
You'll see the soul of black folk like W.E.B DuBois
You will witness the suffering of the black community
Israelis got tanks and Palestinians got rocks
Reference to the ongoing conflict in the area
Inmates got shanks and dirty cops they got glocks
Even those in prison and those supposed to uphold the law carry weapons
We got tribes in Africa that listen to Pac
There are communities in Africa who enjoy hip hop music
Fighting with brothers who pump Biggie
Disagreements within the black community, even among hip hop fans
These are the tools of the trade
Weapons are necessary for our work
That we use to get paid
Violence can bring financial gain
When we cruise on escapades
When we go on violent missions
And escalades with guns to blaze
Using weapons to create violent chaos
We been this ways since the younger days
We have been involved in violence since we were young
Safe from the hunger pains
Violence can provide financial security
Pop Bang when the trouble came
Using weapons to solve problems
Pioneers of gun slang
Creating new terms and language to describe gun violence
Supply you with them things
Providing weapons to others
A little something, something
A small object, likely a weapon
Set fire to the game
Causing chaos and destruction
My system be thumping
My music will incite violence
Co Coi Coi! the sounds of guns busting
The sounds of gunfire
Your heart just start pumping
Inciting fear in others
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DARRELL A. JR. YATES, DORSEY WESLEY, TALIB KWELI GREENE, TEKOMIN B. WILLIAMS
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