Evil
Popcaan Lyrics


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Hear mi no Dre Skull
Regular dem try meck mi lay dung
By the help of Jah mi stand up pon mi foot
Mi no stay dung
Dem seh mi success a bother dem
So dem haffi get rid a mi
Dem cyaa go round mi like Zamunda
Jah love surround mi

Dem too damn evil
Evil yea
When dem try get me down
Nothing dem cyaa do

Dem too damn evil
Evil yea
Mixpak and YVP
Bun badmind people

Anju Blaxx
Dem seh dem a go kill mi
Anyweh mi deh mi browning deh wid mi
Badmind people waan tek mi life
Dem never build mi
Stay close to mi family
Close to mi dawgs
Nah stray from mi zone
God know any bwoy try stop mi food
Mi nah itch mi a send dem home

Dem too damn evil
Evil yea
When dem try get me down
Nothing dem cyaa do

Dem too damn evil
Evil yea
Mixpak and YVP
Bun badmind people

Jah watch out fi mi enemy fi mi
Clear every trap weh dem set out fi mi
Dem bwoy deh nah look out fi mi
Vex every time when wi go over seas
Nah ever left the gangster city
Rose and wreath pagan waan fi si
Dutty badmind waan police murder mi
That dem nah go see

Dem too damn evil
Evil yea
When dem try get me down
Nothing dem cyaa do

Dem too damn evil
Evil yea
Mixpak and YVP
Bun badmind people

Hear mi no Dre Skull
Regular dem try meck mi lay dung
By the help of Jah mi stand up pon mi foot
Mi no stay dung
Dem seh mi success a bother dem
So dem haffi get rid a mi
Dem cyaa go round mi like Zamunda
Jah love surround mi

Dem too damn evil
Evil yea
When dem try get me down
Nothing dem cyaa do

Dem too damn evil
Evil yea




Mixpak and YVP
Bun badmind people

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Popcaan's song "Evil" speaks about the negative energy that surrounds him as he tries to achieve success in his music career. Popcaan acknowledges the efforts of individuals who consistently try to bring him down and prevent him from succeeding. However, through the help of Jah, Popcaan continuously stands up for himself and refuses to give in to the negativity. Popcaan emphasizes that the bad-minded individuals who try to stop him in his tracks will not succeed, and he will not be swayed by their negative influences. The song sends a message of resilience and the importance of surrounding oneself with positivity and loved ones.


Popcaan's message in "Evil" echoes the themes of many reggae and dancehall songs, which often focus on the struggle for success amidst adversity. The song's repetitive chorus reinforces the significance of the song's message, reminding listeners that "badmind people" cannot hold them back. The use of Jah, a Rastafarian term for God, invokes the influence of spirituality in Popcaan's life and resonates with many listeners who also believe in the power of positivity and faith.


In conclusion, Popcaan's "Evil" is a powerful song that conveys a message of strength and resilience in the face of negativity. The lyrics showcase Popcaan's ability to navigate the music industry while staying true to his roots and emphasizing the importance of staying grounded amidst success. The song is a testament to the power of music to uplift and inspire individuals despite the challenges they may face.


Line by Line Meaning

Hear mi no Dre Skull
Listen to me, Dre Skull


Regular dem try meck mi lay dung
They frequently try to make me lower myself


By the help of Jah mi stand up pon mi foot
With the help of God, I stand on my own two feet


Mi no stay dung
I won't stay down


Dem seh mi success a bother dem
They say my success bothers them


So dem haffi get rid a mi
So they must get rid of me


Dem cyaa go round mi like Zamunda
They can't go around me like a bypass road


Jah love surround mi
God's love surrounds me


Dem too damn evil
They are too damn wicked


When dem try get me down
When they try to bring me down


Nothing dem cyaa do
There's nothing they can do


Mixpak and YVP
Two music labels Popcaan associates with


Bun badmind people
Criticize and reject envious people


Anju Blaxx
A Jamaican music producer who threatened to kill Popcaan


Dem seh dem a go kill mi
They say they are going to kill me


Anyweh mi deh mi browning deh wid mi
Wherever I am, my gun is with me


Badmind people waan tek mi life
Envious people want to take my life


Dem never build mi
They never helped me to succeed


Stay close to mi family
Stay close to my family


Close to mi dawgs
Close to my loyal friends


Nah stray from mi zone
I won't leave my comfort zone


God know any bwoy try stop mi food
God knows anyone who tries to ruin my livelihood


Mi nah itch mi a send dem home
I won't hesitate to retaliate


Jah watch out fi mi enemy fi mi
God watches out for my enemies


Clear every trap weh dem set out fi mi
Overcome all the obstacles they set up for me


Dem bwoy deh nah look out fi mi
Those guys aren't looking out for me


Vex every time when wi go over seas
They get mad every time I travel overseas


Nah ever left the gangster city
I will never leave the dangerous ghetto


Rose and wreath pagan waan fi si
Enemies want to see my downfall


Dutty badmind waan police murder mi
Malicious people want the police to kill me


That dem nah go see
They won't see that happen




Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANDRAE SUTHERLAND, MARC GLASSER

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michael cuartas

favorite tune, i play this at least once a day

Jas Bonner

Dubbel Dutch dropping the futuristic dancehall riddims!

Royal Noble knotz

Love this song

Dinchi Shik

Oh my Gosh I’m in love with this song😫

Dee Davila

When dem tryn get me down nothing dem can doπŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯never let anyone get u down.jah bless

Patrina Walters

Popcaan jus love it everytime

Slim sima

omg I'm officially obsessed with Popcaan now,;...

Justin Summers

"Stay close to my family, close to my dogs, nah stray from me zone." Β Tr8ness

MostHighs Child

yes! say tht!

Jclarke 99

Wicked tune!!!!!!!

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