Witness
Roots Manuva Lyrics

Taskmaster burst
The singer asserts their dominance and declares their readiness to work.

The bionic zit splitter
The singer references a powerful tool that can overcome even the most stubborn obstacles.

Breakneck speed
The singer indicates their fast pace and willingness to take risks.

We drown ten pints of bitter
The artist and their comrades consume alcohol to numb themselves from the difficulties of life.

We lean all day
The artist admits to being unproductive and wasting time.

And some say that ain't productive
The singer acknowledges that others may view their actions as unproductive.

But that depends upon the demon that you're stuck with
The singer suggests that external factors influence their lack of productivity.

'Cause right now I see clearer than most
The artist claims to have a clear understanding of their situation.

I sit here contented with this cheese on toast
The artist is grateful for the small blessings in life.

I feel the pain of a third world famine
The artist empathizes with the struggles of those in underprivileged countries.

Segue We count them blessings and keep jamming
The singer transitions to focusing on the positives and persists in their daily life.

'Tis him Scumbag scum of the earth
The artist refers to someone unpleasant and inferior.

His worth was nil Until he gained the skill of tongues
The singer recognizes the value of language skills and how they can elevate one's status.

From 15 years young straight to my grey back self
The singer has experienced the passage of time and the effects of aging.

I stay top shelf material Jerk chicken jerk fish
The singer considers themselves valuable and elevated in status, referencing specific foods associated with luxury.

Break away slave bliss Generate G's and then we stash them in the Swiss
The artist references the joy of freedom from oppression and how they earn and save money.

Fools can't see this Audio pistols
The artist feels superior and suggests that only intelligent people can grasp their ideas.

A fistful of hip hop donzai Progressin' in the flesh
The singer suggests that they are skilled in music and that they are making progress in real life.

Esoteric quotes most frightening
The singer uses obscure quotes that may intimidate others.

Duppy took hold of my hand while I was writing
The artist references a supernatural force that aided them while they were being creative.

Let go me ting Duppy Let go me hand
The artist commands the supernatural force to leave them.

I summon up the power of banana clan
The artist references a fictional tribe for inspiration.

Swigging that deep root juice Now we deh 'pon it boost
The singer drinks a special beverage for energy.

Set them spirit them loose Go 'head go slash up the noose
The artist encourages others to free themselves from their restraints and obstacles.

With conclusive proof of both the truth The right
The singer has evidence to support their beliefs and actions.

'Cause whether we hitch hike or push bike Or travel kinda trash
The singer has no preference or judgment when it comes to their modes of transportation.

Manifest that With wholesome roots rap Manifest that yeah
The singer promotes their music and its positive message.

I do my zing way Ain't nothing else I know
The artist knows and sticks to their unique style.

Gone up in the life With this I-ragged born flow
The artist has risen in status through their music despite their humble beginnings.

Squeeze the pain from my belly and set my soul free Travel over ocean land and sea Faced enough stress and difficulty
The singer has overcome physical and emotional obstacles and is now free to travel and enjoy life.

Flung back from the brink Gwan'ing kind of stink
The singer has narrowly escaped a dangerous situation but remains confident and resilient.

We don't give a frig about what them fools think
The artist doesn't care about the opinions of others who they deem unintelligent.

Frig your network Our net work will speak for itself
The artist is not interested in relying on the connections of others and prefers to let their work speak for itself.

Proof of the trophy And the champion belt
The artist has achieved success and recognition for their work.

Come sun come rain come hailstone pelt
The singer is ready to face anything that comes their way.

Bwana Simit With some old time shit
The artist references a person and a certain type of music or style.

Let the whole world know We on some off key tip
The singer wants to promote their unconventional style to the world.

Mega manic When time the pressure start lick
The singer becomes extremely energetic when under pressure.

By the hook or by the crook By the poop or by the kick
The singer is willing to do whatever it takes to succeed.

He's sickly cryptic Spitting the code
The artist references someone who is mysterious and communicates in a complex way.

And most proud to present that cruffatin mode
The artist is proud of their unique style and wants to share it with others.

And it shows that they bro's done Seen a few sleights
The singer has witnessed and overcome many difficulties over time.

Life throws scenarios Reality bites
The singer acknowledges that life can be challenging and painful at times.

We in collision with the beast Lost we religion and we can't get no peace
The artist is struggling with a difficult situation and feels that they are unable to find peace or solace in spiritual matters.

Idiot weakheart want to take I for chief Stoop to their level and we plotting cold grief
The artist encounters someone who is trying to exert power over them, but the artist refuses to lower themselves to their level and instead plans revenge.

But we should know that Discipline maketh the geez
The artist acknowledges the power of discipline and its importance in achieving success.

Separation of the DAT from the rat that's a must
The singer wants to separate themselves from negative influences or people in order to succeed.

Proceed set speed with the cruffatin touch Proceed set speed Crufatin yow
The artist encourages themselves and others to move quickly with their unique style and approach to life.

Witness the fitness The cruffatin liveth One hope one quest
The singer wants to promote their style of music and remind others of their positive message and goals.