103
S.F.A Lyrics


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Daddy G

Trendy Wendys you know what I mean
Hangin' around with girl who's rolling up her jeans
She watches her street cred 'cause she's no dummy
Saw rockin the microphone and now she's calling me a honey
Says I know what I want, don't move with thugs
Warehouse parties, hip-hop, and smoking drugs
And whoever's been the boss she's down with 'em
She's always on time 'cause the girl got rhythm
To avoid all complications, I'll give some information
About a certain location under Paddington Station
'Cause when I host my show I avoid the girl called Lola
Who's more p-p-popular than the drink they call Coca Cola
I'm just practice posing face is shaded in black
Is dominating as my color, the massive attack
Right now I hit it, kick it, flow smooth hit middle wicket

Tricky

I take a small step, now it's a giant stride
People say I'm loud, why should I hide?
Only had a small taste, so what a waste
I quietly observe though it's not my space
Bottom end's heavy, you know we're never even
People call me Tricky for particular reason
I've got you, say, and I've got to let you know, see
We're rockin' in your area, rock beneath your balcony
My baby just cares for me, well that's funny
Her touch tickles, especially on my tummy

Daddy G

Now who's got the microphone?

Tricky

Now who's honey?

Daddy G

A turbo turbo and chant with a charge
Addy Daddy G wild bunch crew at large
Don't call me an officer just call me a sarge
Mashing up the country planning also abroad
Plan to go to America when I get a visa card

Tricky

But gettin' a visa card nowadays isn't hard

Daddy G

So keep your ears glued listen to every chord
Tokyo City's one place that we toured
Four Technic plus two mixer board
Sharper than a Wilkinson razor sword

3D

When I was a child I played Subbuteo on
My table then I graduate to Studio One
'Cos D's my nom de plume you know but 3's my pseudonym
And around my neck you know I wear the Sony Budokan
Indigo blues you got me in my own shoes
The people dancing in the shape, for what they make they can't lose
Yes waxing lyrical but this time it's not satirical
It's kinda spherical, so jam me in a cir-i-cle
This is the miracle of the dubplate dub selection

Daddy G

So whether you're black or white or half-caste in your complexion

3D

Yes pull out your phono plug and tuck you in you phony
It started by Marconi, resumed by Sony
A summary of wireless history and only

Horace Andy

Get away with you gangsters
We don't want it
Get away with you gangsters
We don't like it
Eternal love eternal love
Money money money
Root of all evil




Money money money
Root of all evil

Overall Meaning

The song "103" by S.F.A revolves around the experiences of the group's members in their lives. The lyrics describe various situations, from hanging out with trendy people who are into hip-hop and smoking drugs, to avoiding someone called Lola, who is more popular than Coca-Cola. Throughout the song, the group members discuss their different approaches to life and music. Daddy G talks about avoiding complications by giving away certain information about a location under Paddington Station. Tricky describes how he takes small steps and observes before making a move, while Daddy G talks about his crew's plans to tour and make music abroad. Additionally, 3D touches on the history of wireless communication, and Horace Andy sings about the negative effects of money.


In general, the song seems to be about the group's experiences as musicians and the journey they've been on to get where they are. The lyrics touch on various aspects of their lives, including their experiences with different types of people and their musical influences. The song's theme is driven home by its upbeat, energetic tempo, which is meant to get people dancing and feeling good. Overall, "103" is a fun and insightful track that gives listeners a glimpse into the lives of S.F.A and their perspectives on life, music, and more.


Line by Line Meaning

Trendy Wendys you know what I mean
Referring to the people who follow trends and social norms.


Hangin' around with girl who's rolling up her jeans
Talking about a girl who likes hip-hop culture, wears baggy clothes, and rolls up her jeans.


She watches her street cred 'cause she's no dummy
She is careful about how she presents herself to maintain her street credibility.


Saw rockin the microphone and now she's calling me a honey
She wants to get close to me because she saw me performing and thinks I'm good at it.


Says I know what I want, don't move with thugs
She likes men who have a clear idea of what they want, but not men who participate in criminal activities.


Warehouse parties, hip-hop, and smoking drugs
Talking about the activities that are common in hip-hop culture.


And whoever's been the boss she's down with 'em
She associates with those in charge, people with power and influence.


She's always on time 'cause the girl got rhythm
She is punctual and has a good sense of timing.


To avoid all complications, I'll give some information
I'm trying to avoid trouble by sharing some information.


About a certain location under Paddington Station
Talking about a specific place under the Paddington Station.


'Cause when I host my show I avoid the girl called Lola
I don't want to deal with Lola, a popular girl who is known for causing problems.


Who's more p-p-popular than the drink they call Coca Cola
Lola is extremely popular, more than the famous Coca-Cola drink.


I'm just practice posing face is shaded in black
I'm practicing my poses, trying to perfect my performance.


Is dominating as my color, the massive attack
The black color of my face paint symbolizes the power of the hip-hop culture.


Right now I hit it, kick it, flow smooth hit middle wicket
I'm doing well in my performance, hitting all the right notes and moves.


I take a small step, now it's a giant stride
Starting small but making a big impact and growing stronger.


People say I'm loud, why should I hide?
Referring to being confident and proud of oneself and not hiding it.


Only had a small taste, so what a waste
I've only experienced a small part of life, and there is still so much to explore.


I quietly observe though it's not my space
Even if I don't belong or fit in, I observe and take in what is happening around me.


Bottom end's heavy, you know we're never even
Referring to the heavy bass in the music and not being equal or balanced.


People call me Tricky for particular reason
Tricky is my nickname for a specific reason.


I've got you, say, and I've got to let you know, see
Telling the listener that he has their attention and needs to get his message across.


We're rockin' in your area, rock beneath your balcony
Performing in a manner that the music can be heard under their balcony or near their place.


My baby just cares for me, well that's funny
Ironically, My Baby doesn't care about anything else except me.


Her touch tickles, especially on my tummy
Referring to the loving and playful touch of Tricky's baby.


A turbo turbo and chant with a charge
Referring to the powerful and energetic performance of Daddy G as he MCs.


Addy Daddy G wild bunch crew at large
Introducing himself and his crew with enthusiasm and energy.


Don't call me an officer just call me a sarge
As an MC, he doesn't like being called an 'officer.' Instead, he prefers the term 'sarge.'


Mashing up the country planning also abroad
Referring to the growing popularity and widespread influence of hip-hop culture across the world.


Plan to go to America when I get a visa card
Daddy G plans to visit America when he gets a visa card.


But gettin' a visa card nowadays isn't hard
Getting a visa card today is not a difficult task.


So keep your ears glued listen to every chord
Encouraging the listeners to pay close attention and appreciate the music.


Tokyo City's one place that we toured
Talking about a specific tour location in Tokyo City.


Four Technic plus two mixer board
Referring to the DJ equipment he's using to play the music.


Sharper than a Wilkinson razor sword
Referring to the precision and skill involved in the performance.


When I was a child I played Subbuteo on
Reminiscing about childhood and the board game Subbuteo that he used to play.


My table then I graduate to Studio One
Metaphorically referring to moving up from his small table to a bigger platform such as Studio One.


'Cos D's my nom de plume you know but 3's my pseudonym
Referring to his MC names - D and 3.


And around my neck you know I wear the Sony Budokan
Talking about the Sony Budokan necklace that he wears as a symbol of his association with Sony.


Indigo blues you got me in my own shoes
Feeling blue and depressed to the point of isolating oneself.


The people dancing in the shape, for what they make they can't lose
Describing people dancing in a formation where they can express themselves freely and happily while enjoying the music.


Yes waxing lyrical but this time it's not satirical
Talking about being positive and optimistic, offering a refreshing perspective rather than one that is critical, sarcastic, or negative.


It's kinda spherical, so jam me in a cir-i-cle
The rhythm and beats of the music are spherical, and it is hitting Tricky, so he's asking the listeners to surround him where he can feel the music the most.


This is the miracle of the dubplate dub selection
Referring to the distinctive and exciting nature of the DJ's music selection.


So whether you're black or white or half-caste in your complexion
Addressing the audience and emphasizing that regardless of their complexion or other factors, the music is for everyone.


Yes pull out your phono plug and tuck you in you phony
Telling anyone who is faking or not fully invested in this music genre to leave or remove their headphone plugs.


It started by Marconi, resumed by Sony
Giving credit to Guglielmo Marconi, who invented the radio, and then Sony as a company who played a big role in music and audio communication technology.


Get away with you gangsters
Horace Andy is addressing the Gangsters, asking them to leave or escape from his life.


We don't want it
He doesn't want that energy or influence.


Eternal love eternal love
Talking about Love in a spiritual manner, that it transcends life and death.


Money money money
Talking about the impact of money on society and how it affects people.


Root of all evil
Suggesting that the desire for money is the primary motivator of evil.




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