Unfortunately for Prof, there’s an underlying seriousness to his lyrics that he tries his hardest to cover with layer upon layer of party-perfect beats and rhymes. Growing up on the South Side of Minneapolis, Prof matured in step with the local hip-hop scene. In his 24 years, he’s seen some shit that can’t help but escape from his memory and into his songs, lending his lines the kind of wisdom that can only be born on hard city streets. He started free styling in eighth grade and, although he likes to have fun with his music, the swiftness of his rise to local fame shows how seriously he regards his rap career.
A rowdy young buck who loves a good time, Prof wants his music to inspire others to party it up with him. In a world where credibility is currency, Prof sticks a middle finger to those who feel hip-hop should be straight-faced and serious.
“Everyone’s trying to be a preacher or a politician— telling you how to live your life,” he says. “I’m not running for Senate. I’m doing this for fun and I don’t watch my mouth.”
Prof’s debut solo album, Project Gampo, definitely made a lasting impression on local music critics and hip-hop heads. “Prof is wall-to-wall here in all his glory, with clever one-liners out the a**, hyperactive and delicious vocab spills popped like collars- picture a supreme smarta** with gorilla swagger and a mouth as fast as his mind… Point blank, this kid’s got more flavor and flow than all five of your favorite MCs combined.” (City Pages, May 12, 2008)
No
Prof Lyrics
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See me tunes is come again yé ha
See me tunes is come again yé ha
See me tunes is come again yé ha
See me tunes is come again yé ha
See me tunes is come again yé ha
See me tunes is come again yé ha
See me tunes is come again yé ha
Rude boy pa bézwen to liker l’ pou moun validé l’
Rude boy pa ka watch no face, no way, no way
Rude boy pa ka watch no face, no way, no way
Yeah mo by, nou pa ka watch
Sa ki fèt, fèt rude boy pa ka snap
Nou pa ka talk, nou full ké akt
Rude boy pa ka snitch anlè whatsapp
Sa nou ka viv real a pa escape game
Moun ka soufri pou dé vrè, ho wa
Manman ka cry everyday, bèt a ka vin pli rèd
É Sa pa, paré chanjé, no wa
Rude boy savé ki mizè moune, nou pa ka like
Fé débrouya pa péché
Chak akt so konsékans fé to bèt véyé blésé
lari pa ka pardoné
Fé to bèt diskrè san voyé to kô monté
Sa ki fèt, fèt a lari nou pa ka palé
Pa bézwen street krédibilité en lari nou lévé
Rude boy pa bézwen to liker l’ pou moun validé l’
Rude boy pa ka watch no face, no way
Rude boy pa ka watch no face, no way
Konbyen ka nou ja fé san nou palé
Konbyen alé retour san yé savé
Nou pa ka sasé krédibilité
Real ghetto youth pa ka snitch moun, never
Sa to simin a sa to ka récolté
Fo to asimé sa to ka sasé
Si a pou fè buzzé lésé tonbé
Real ghetto youth pa ka snitch
Youth is a rude boy
Pa bézwen moun, pa bézwen crew man
Real ghetto youth, pa ka swiv moun
Rude is a youth
Ka viv an ghetto ka trimin rude
Y pa ka gadé pou savé moun
Youth is a rude boy
Pa ka fè lafèt, lô i ka mouv
Ghetto youth toujou ofon big groove
Street is so rude
Nou pa ka gadé pou zafé moun
Real ghetto youth pa ka snitch moun , never
Pa bézwen street krédibilité a lari nou lévé
Rude boy pa bézwen to liker l’ pou moun validé l’
Rude boy pa ka watch no face, no way
Rude boy pa ka watch no face, no way
Pa bézwen street krédibilité a lari nou lévé
Pa bézwen to liker l’ pou moun validé l’
Rude boy pa ka watch no face, no way
Rude boy pa ka watch no face, no way
The lyrics of Prof's song No address the idea of street credibility and the behavior of "rude boys" in the ghetto. The verses emphasize the importance of staying true to oneself and not seeking validation from others. The song warns against snitching and promotes respecting the consequences of one's actions, even if they result in pain for others. The chorus repeats the message that street credibility and validation from others are not necessary and that it is better to live with integrity.
The use of Creole language highlights the cultural identity of the ghetto and adds depth to the message. The lyrics suggest that the "real ghetto youth" do not need to conform to the expectations of others and can live with authenticity and honor. The song encourages listeners to resist the temptation to gossip or betray others and instead be true to themselves.
Prof's No highlights the importance of being genuine and true to oneself, especially in the context of the ghetto. The song sends a message of resilience and self-respect, encouraging listeners to embrace their identity and reject any external pressures to conform to expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
See me tunes is come again yé ha
My music has returned and is once again in the spotlight
Pa bézwen street krédibilité en lari nou lévé
We don't need street credibility to elevate ourselves
Rude boy pa bézwen to liker l’ pou moun validé l’
A rude boy doesn't need likes to feel validated by others
Rude boy pa ka watch no face, no way, no way
A rude boy doesn't look at anyone's face, no matter what
Yeah mo by, nou pa ka watch
Yes, we are like that and we don't look at others
Sa ki fèt, fèt rude boy pa ka snap
Whatever is done, a rude boy doesn't take photos of it
Nou pa ka talk, nou full ké akt
We don't talk, we're always active
Rude boy pa ka snitch anlè whatsapp
A rude boy doesn't snitch on someone through WhatsApp
Sa nou ka viv real a pa escape game
The reality we live in isn't an escape game
Moun ka soufri pou dé vrè, ho wa
People suffer because of the truth, oh wow
Manman ka cry everyday, bèt a ka vin pli rèd
Mothers cry every day, while the situation becomes more difficult
É Sa pa, paré chanjé, no wa
And this won't change, you know
Rude boy savé ki mizè moune, nou pa ka like
A rude boy knows the struggles of people and doesn't like it
Fé débrouya pa péché
Making one's own way is not a sin
Chak akt so konsékans fé to bèt véyé blésé
Every action has consequences, and it hurts to see someone suffer
lari pa ka pardoné
The streets don't forgive
Fé to bèt diskrè san voyé to kô monté
Be discreet with your actions and don't show off
Sa ki fèt, fèt a lari nou pa ka palé
What happens in the streets, we don't talk about it
Konbyen ka nou ja fé san nou palé
How many things have we done without talking about them?
Konbyen alé retour san yé savé
How many trips have we made without anyone knowing?
Nou pa ka sasé krédibilité
We can never have enough credibility
Real ghetto youth pa ka snitch moun, never
Real ghetto youth never snitches on anyone
Sa to simin a sa to ka récolté
You reap what you sow
Fo to asimé sa to ka sasé
You have to accept what you have and it's never enough
Si a pou fè buzzé lésé tonbé
If it's to create a buzz, let it fall
Real ghetto youth pa ka snitch
Real ghetto youth never snitches
Youth is a rude boy
Being a youth means being a rude boy
Pa bézwen moun, pa bézwen crew man
Don't need anyone, don't need a crew
Real ghetto youth, pa ka swiv moun
Real ghetto youth doesn't follow anyone
Ka viv an ghetto ka trimin rude
Living in the ghetto means being tough
Y pa ka gadé pou savé moun
They don't care about knowing others
Pa ka fè lafèt, lô i ka mouv
They don't party, they just move around
Ghetto youth toujou ofon big groove
Ghetto youth always has a great groove
Street is so rude
The streets are harsh
Nou pa ka gadé pou zafé moun
We don't care about other people's affairs
Pa bézwen to liker l’ pou moun validé l’
You don't need likes to feel validated by others
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Adhams Magdeleine, Fabrice Montgenie
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@KarunaSatoriASMR
Wish I’d of known about him so long agooooo
@getphuct8997
Been sleeping on the GOAT 😑😑 at least you’re here now.... enjoy 💯😎
@DBENDEL
Yea, I saw this shit when he dropped the video. He said "Lets get this to a million views" or something like that. YOU LATE BRO!
@dragoo6392
NO
@chrislindsay6690
Wish i would have known about you sooner...🥴
@brandonprior2438
Luckyy
@aprils1372
This man.. hes got that thang thang. Seen him live in Colorado and his energy is mindblowing! No one showed up till later and he sang to my crazy ass directly! Fantastic artist!
@emilydewitt303
I have a druggie 40 year old whitey homie that is just like him and I live in Colorado so. ... you right.
@emilydewitt303
But this song mad me crush on Cahinova ngl lol
@lilmissunderstood9726
Damn your lucky