Roots
NSG Lyrics


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I was born to be a winner
All my life I've been a sinner
But you know we gotta jugg

Two Gyal myside cos I'm selfish
If you don't know your roots then worthless

Yes we just walk in, purchase
Might whip it no insurance
Baby I need reinsurance
When fed pull up don't act nervous

All gold in my chain, Gold Coasts ancestry, Cartier shades got gold in my frame, with style I'm preeing all my enemies, I was jugging, pit stop was the chicken shop, a likkle henny for the remedy , grub packaging top notch, turnt to a boss, I see them with their jealousy


I wonder why
Every time we pray it's to the hand
Or is it your palms
Maybe just a sign you go and grind
Power na your hands
Or is it your mouth
Careful what you say
Careful what you wish for
I asked for a Benz
And I got the G one
ask for crib in space
I'm so out of this world

I was born to be a winner
All my life I've been a sinner
But you know we gotta jugg

Two Gyal myside cos I'm selfish
If you don't know your roots then worthless

Yes we just walk in, purchase
Might whip it no insurance
Baby I need reinsurance
When fed pull up don't act nervous

I'll stop grinding when its frozen in hell
Rather mash the money before moashing a girl
Remember when the ps was low I could tell
They try to take me for a joke like my name was Chappelle
And I c both sides like Chanel
If you grow this in your yard baby girl I put you in a fit as well
Plus it's it's mind over matter
Fuck the lies and the chatter
Just make your cheddar

In my yard I'm bread winner
Got get the bread you can be a winner
I don't follow law , I am a Criminal
Went for the bread now I'm smiling
18k gold when I'm smiling
Girls telling me that they like me
I'm thinking why me ?
Hope in the car babes , why not
roots , I came from the ground up .

I was born to be a winner
All my life I've been a sinner
But you know we gotta jugg

Two Gyal by myside cos I'm selfish
If you don't know your roots then worthless

Yes we just walk in, purchase
Might whip it no insurance
Baby I need reinsurance
When fed pull up don't act nervous


I used to re up on a q
Making new money but it's never nothing new
They ever used to like me then I blew
Now call me cos they see me on the news

Was on the block for the gwap yh
Free my nigga in the can he did half of 8
Fuck the law cos crime pays
Now ma niggas all pop some champagne

I was born to be a winner
All my life I've been a sinner
But you know we gotta jugg

Two Gyal myside cos I'm selfish
If you don't know your roots then worthless

Yes we just walk in, purchase
Might whip it no insurance




Baby I need reinsurance
When fed pull up don't act nervous

Overall Meaning

The song β€œRoots” by NSG explores themes of self-confidence, self-worth, and perseverance. The opening line β€œI was born to be a winner” sets the tone for the song and highlights the importance of self-belief. The lyrics convey the idea that everyone has the potential for success and that one should never give up on achieving their goals. The chorus encourages listeners to know their roots and to stay rooted in their identity and culture. The lines β€œIf you don't know your roots then worthless” emphasize the significance of remembering one’s past and how it shapes their present and future.


The next verse touches on personal struggles and doubts, but the message remains clear: one must stay focused and persistent in the pursuit of their dreams. The line β€œI'll stop grinding when it’s frozen in hell” highlights the importance of hard work, even in the face of obstacles. Additionally, the lyrics illustrate the importance of surrounding oneself with positive influences and avoiding negativity or distractions.


The final verse touches on criminal activity and the consequences that come with it. However, the lines β€œFuck the law cos crime pays, Now ma niggas all pop some champagne” suggest that the pursuit of wealth and success overrides any morality or legality. The message may be seen as controversial, but it speaks to the realities of some individuals’ experiences.


Overall, β€œRoots” is a song about determination, ambition, and the importance of staying true to oneself. It inspires listeners to believe in themselves and to remember their past while working towards their future.


Line by Line Meaning

I was born to be a winner
From the very beginning, I have known that I am meant to succeed.


All my life I've been a sinner
Throughout my life, I have made mistakes and done things that are not morally right.


But you know we gotta jugg
Despite my past mistakes, I know that I have to work hard to achieve my goals.


Two Gyal myside cos I'm selfish
I am self-centered and enjoy having two women by my side.


If you don't know your roots then worthless
It's important to understand and appreciate where you come from, otherwise you will be lost and without worth.


Yes we just walk in, purchase
I have enough money to confidently walk into a store and buy what I want without hesitation.


Might whip it no insurance
I might drive my car without insurance, taking risks that others may not be willing to take.


Baby I need reinsurance
I need reassurance that everything will be alright and that I am making the right decisions.


When fed pull up don't act nervous
When the authorities show up, I cannot let my nerves show or I might get caught for my actions.


All gold in my chain, Gold Coasts ancestry, Cartier shades got gold in my frame, with style I'm preeing all my enemies, I was jugging, pit stop was the chicken shop, a likkle henny for the remedy , grub packaging top notch, turnt to a boss, I see them with their jealousy
I wear all gold jewelry and Cartier shades to show off my wealth and ancestry. With my stylish appearance, I intimidate my enemies. I used to make money on the streets and the chicken shop was my 'pit stop'. I used to drink a little Hennessy to help forget about my problems. Even my food packaging is high-quality. Now, I am a boss and I see others who are jealous of my success.


I wonder why
I am curious and questioning why things are the way they are.


Every time we pray it's to the hand
Whenever people pray, they are praying to a higher power, something outside of themselves.


Or is it your palms
Perhaps the power lies within our own hands and what we do with them.


Maybe just a sign you go and grind
Maybe the real power comes from working hard and grinding towards our goals.


Power na your hands
The power is not necessarily in our physical hands, but rather in our actions and choices.


Or is it your mouth
Maybe the power lies in what we say and how we express ourselves.


Careful what you say
We must be cautious about the words we use and how they can affect ourselves and others.


Careful what you wish for
We must also be careful about what we ask for, because we might actually get it.


I asked for a Benz
I once wished for a luxury car.


And I got the G one
And I actually ended up getting a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon.


ask for crib in space
Now, I am asking for a house in space, which may be a far-fetched dream.


I'm so out of this world
I am innovative and creative, coming up with ideas that are 'out of this world'.


I'll stop grinding when its frozen in hell
I will never stop working towards my goals, even if hell freezes over.


Rather mash the money before moashing a girl
I value money over relationships, choosing to make money before getting into a serious relationship.


Remember when the ps was low I could tell
I remember when I used to struggle financially and I can always tell when others are in the same situation.


They try to take me for a joke like my name was Chappelle
People have underestimated me and not taken me seriously, like the comedian Dave Chappelle.


And I c both sides like Chanel
I am able to see both sides of a situation, like the luxury brand Chanel which has both black and white colors on its logo.


If you grow this in your yard baby girl I put you in a fit as well
If a girl has marijuana plants in her yard, I would also be interested in smoking with her.


Plus it's it's mind over matter
Success is largely determined by one's mindset and attitude.


Fuck the lies and the chatter
I do not care about rumors or gossip; I focus on what's important and true.


Just make your cheddar
Just focus on making money, that's what's important.


In my yard I'm bread winner
In my home, I am the one who provides for my family.


Got get the bread you can be a winner
If you work hard and make enough money, you can also be a winner.


I don't follow law , I am a Criminal
I do not abide by the law, I do things my own way, like a criminal.


Went for the bread now I'm smiling
I worked hard to make money and now I am happy and successful.


18k gold when I'm smiling
My jewelry is worth a lot of money and I wear it with pride.


Girls telling me that they like me
Women are attracted to me.


I'm thinking why me ?
I am surprised and puzzled as to why women are attracted to me.


Hope in the car babes , why not
I invite women to join me in my car and see where things go.


roots , I came from the ground up
I came from humble beginnings and built my success from the ground up.




Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ABDUL AROWOSAYE, ALASTAIR O'DONNELL, AYODEJI MUJIB SHEKONI, DENNIS MENSAH, IKEOLUWA OLADIGBOLU, MATTHEW TEMIDAYO OJO, PATRICK BREW, WILLIAM MENSAH

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Jan S

U can make a whole playlist out of their songs and never get tired

ItzAwesome

They just proved that Nigerians and Ghanaians can get along πŸ’―

NSG Vault

and Jamaicans

NSG Vault

chip and randy valentine both featured on the mixtape

Bryan E

@Carlin Agyei why not?

Lol Lol

@Bryan E They can but not everything has to be Jamaican this, Jamaican that... its bare annoying considering there are other countries in the Caribbean too...

Joe mama

We always have and always willπŸ’― we are siblingsπŸ˜‚

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Erik Omondi

Thank you NSG for this gem 😊

Gerald Ogoko

Omo...the talent of these boys is on another level. These boys are going places....lovely songπŸ’“

carl sutton

Most underrated Group in the Uk best homegrown music going (ik they're from Ghana and Nigeria)

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