I Still Believe
Lowkey Ft. Akala & Black The Ripper Lyrics

This is unity, this is the real versus the fake.
This song promotes unity and highlights the difference between authenticity and superficiality.

This is the substance versus the image.
This song emphasizes how substance matters more than image.

This is the equality of all versus the supremacy of some.
This song advocates for equality over the dominance of some.

I believe in equality, freedom and honesty.
The artist values equality, freedom, and honesty.

I believe that I'm a born leader so follow me.
The artist considers himself a natural leader who inspires others to follow his path.

This tune can touch you deep, what can it do for love and peace?
The song aims to deeply move listeners and raise awareness for love and peace.

Forget the color of your skin, we're all just humans underneath.
The artist urges people to look beyond skin color and recognize the common humanity among us.

These monsters on the mic chatting nonsense in their rhymes.
The artist criticizes rappers who don't use their platform for meaningful messages but instead promote nonsense.

Forget your wallet and your ride, what's the contents of your mind?
The song encourages listeners to value intellectualism over materialism.

You better listen when I tell the television tricks you well.
The artist warns people to be wary of the tricks played by the media.

Don't let them dictate to you the definition of yourself.
The song motivates people not to allow external sources to define their identity.

The choice to keep you dumb, but don't mentally succumb.
The song acknowledges that there is a choice to remain ignorant, but encourages listeners to rise above it.

Take steps to reach your son, 'till your legacy is done.
The artist urges parents to educate their children, so that their legacy may continue beyond their lifetime.

The equality of all and the supremacy of none!
The song emphasizes that the goal is equality for all, without anyone being superior or inferior.

I believe my future's gonna' bring me greater things, yes, I believe!
The artists believe in their ability to achieve great things in the future.

I believe we can be anything, it aint impossible it's easy to achieve.
The song promotes the idea that anything is possible and within reach with hard work.

I believe we can do anything, yes, I believe!
The chorus reiterates the message of the song: belief in oneself leads to achievement.

I believe in truth, no matter who is speaking it.
The artist values truth above who is speaking it.

And of course I believe in justice, no matter who's receiving it.
The song advocates for justice for all, regardless of who they are.

I believe we can use the term conspiracy theory.
The artist acknowledges the possibility of conspiracy theories being true and not immediately dismissing them.

Terrorism and recession was made to force us into submission, now look every bodies' stressin'.
The song criticizes how terrorism and economic downturn are used to control people and create stress.

I believe every child's a born genius, they're just taught how now to be and place barriers between us.
The artist believes that every child is a natural genius, but societal barriers limit their potential.

I don't believe in human nature, just conditioned behavior.
The artist doesn't believe in the idea of inherent human nature, but rather sees human behavior as being conditioned by society.

I don't believe your oppressor, ‘cos the devil would never be your savior.
The artist warns against trusting one's oppressor, as they would never actually be a source of salvation.

I believe in making money and investing.
The artist values financial success and investing for the future.

I believe in God but religion, that's a next thing.
The artist believes in God, but not necessarily in organized religion.

It's a deadly weapon, gotta' stay two steps ahead of ‘em.
The song acknowledges that staying ahead of those who wish to harm us is a necessary strategy for survival.

I prefer the word educated, yes I'm rated but sometimes I feel underestimated.
The artist values education and feels that sometimes he is underestimated because of his background or image.

I'm only 23 rebelling in this crazy city.
The artist is young and rebellious, feeling disillusioned with the society around him.

I can't do this by myself I need you lot to change it with me.
The artist believes that collective action is necessary to bring about change.

If you're sick of these DJ's playing the same 20 songs over and over again, text them, email them. Tell them to start playing the realness.
The song encourages listeners to take action and request music that has meaning and substance.

Peace and love.
The song ends with a message of peace and love.