Respect
Navio feat. Jua Cali Lyrics


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Yeah
Ohhh
Navio
Jua Cali
Navio, Jua Cali
Show a little respect (Yeah)
Go, go, go, let's go
Fellas (woah) all my ladies say, "Show respect to your brothers and your sisters in the crowd."

I don't care how

Ok, my respect is an Irish captital, it's doubling(Dublin)
Get respected in the same clubs I cause trouble in
Battle cats wacker than action scenes in the covenent
We ain't citizens of this rap game we're the government
I lovin' it, see these cover slip(?)
Whatever I used to get paid double it
Might get in trouble with the folks over rage
Cause they see much deeper ish come off of my page
I'm like a fellow on the dial, constantly craving
Getting higher like a boy, too short for my age
Crossin' over even though part of the play
My coaches shoulda seen it at the start of the game
Been real, now I'm just gettin' back to it
I'm just letting you know so I don't have to act through it
What worse than a clever blonde trying to act stupid




I am not a black cause, I am a black movement
Just respect how I do this, you Judas

Overall Meaning

The song "Respect" by Navio feat. Jua Cali brings to light the importance of showing respect to one another. The lyrics urge the audience to show respect to their brothers and sisters in the crowd, regardless of their background or differences. Navio starts his verse by mentioning Dublin, the capital of Ireland, and how respect should be doubled, even in the same clubs where he caused trouble before. He criticizes rappers who are less skilled than him and boasts about his talent in the rap industry.


Navio's verse also speaks about how he is not just a part of the rap game but the government of it. He implies he has the power and influence in the industry. He also talks about how he is consistently getting better and improving his skills. Finally, he identifies himself as part of a black movement and urges respect for the same. Jua Cali's verse elevates the importance of respect even further, using Swahili phrases to encourage his listeners to show respect in every circumstance.


In conclusion, "Respect" is a powerful song that emphasizes the significance of showing mutual respect to one another, regardless of differences. The lyrics make a strong point that respect can stop conflicts before they even start, be it in the rap industry or day-to-day life. The song is an excellent reminder of how respect can bring individuals together and enable them to live in harmony.


Line by Line Meaning

Yeah
Expression of excitement or agreement


Ohhh
Another expression of excitement


Navio
Introduction of the artist


Jua Cali
Introduction of the featuring artist


Navio, Jua Cali
Artists' names mentioned together


Show a little respect (Yeah)
Request to show some respect, followed by an expression of agreement


Go, go, go, let's go
Encouragement to start moving or taking action


Fellas (woah) all my ladies say, "Show respect to your brothers and your sisters in the crowd."
Asking men to heed the ladies' request to respect everyone in the crowd


I don't care how
Artists do not care how respect is shown, as long as it is


Ok, my respect is an Irish capital, it's doubling(Dublin)
Navio's respect is worth a lot, compared to that of the capital of Ireland, and it's increasing


Get respected in the same clubs I cause trouble in
Navio gets respected in clubs without stirring up any chaos like he used to


Battle cats wacker than action scenes in the covenent
Navio is fighting mediocre rappers that are even worse than action scenes in the 'Covenant' movie


We ain't citizens of this rap game we're the government
The artists see themselves as the authority in the rap industry and not just ordinary members


I lovin' it, see these cover slip(?)
Navio enjoys what he's doing and sees pages covering his work slipping away


Whatever I used to get paid double it
Navio now earns twice the amount that he used to earn in the past


Might get in trouble with the folks over rage
Navio may get in trouble with angry people concerning his content


Cause they see much deeper ish come off of my page
Navio's content is much deeper and more profound than what people might think


I'm like a fellow on the dial, constantly craving
Navio is like a constant seeker or explorer, always yearning for new things


Getting higher like a boy, too short for my age
Navio is growing and reaching new heights, even when he is considered too young for them


Crossin' over even though part of the play
Navio is transitioning from his past work and is trying a new game plan


My coaches shoulda seen it at the start of the game
Navio's team should've spotted his potential earlier on in his career


Been real, now I'm just gettin' back to it
Navio used to stay true to his art, but he's rediscovering that style again


I'm just letting you know so I don't have to act through it
Navio is updating his fans about staying true to his roots because he wants his actions to speak for him


What worse than a clever blonde trying to act stupid
Navio compares acting dumb to someone trying hard to act funny, which is worse than someone genuinely funny


I am not a black cause, I am a black movement
Navio is not just an ordinary black person, he represents something bigger or significant


Just respect how I do this, you Judas
Navio wants to be respected for his craft, and that he's comparing someone not doing so to Judas




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lwanga frank

One of the most underrated hiphop track yet it is the biggest colabo ever outta East Africa

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