In the words of SAINt JHN:

"Nobody needs to write a bio for me. This… Read Full Bio ↴In the words of SAINt JHN:

"Nobody needs to write a bio for me. This is stupid. My name is SAINt JHN, that's my real name, it's spelled a little different tho. I'm from Brooklyn, I spent half of my childhood growing up in Georgetown, Guyana. I was dirt poor in Brooklyn and some version of rich in Guyana, because apparently 2 nickles can buy you a sports car in a 3rd world country. Who knew?! I'm from a SUPER Christian household where my mom forced us to go to every church imaginable, EVERY, SINGLE, WEEK! I hated it. I still won't go to church to this day. I'm a product of a father that was a hustler, preacher for a mother and a rapper for an older brother. Jay z and Beenie Man were my musical hero's growing up. I don't know how to describe the music I make, don't know what genre it belongs to and I don't exactly care. I make what I want to hear and paint the pictures that I want to see in the world. I got my start writing songs for other people, I got lucky I don't know how that happened but I did. I wrote some records for Usher, Kiesza, Gorgon City and a few other people. I was having success, but then I quit, cause who wants to live their dreams through someone else's eyes. So I put out my first project, Collection One. And here we are now, I hope you like whatever comes next cause I have no fvcking idea!"

SAINt JHN has since released his third studio album "While The World Was Burning".

GOD BLESS THE RATCHETS
SAINt JHN Lyrics

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Yeah, yeah, whoa
Pull up on em' like this
I pull up on em' like this

God bless the ratchets
Bitches sexy, pornographic
A bitch bad, that ain't average
Stuffin' packets in their mattress, hey

God bless the ratchets
She want it, gotta have it
A bitch bad, that ain't average
She a savage, no compassion

Bad bitches pull up on the westside
Brass in 'em, they can the let the lead fly
Nigga comin' straight up out the Bed-Stuy
Burn this motherfucker like it's Left Eye

14 fuckin' karats see the gold
Bitches, you don't want them to overload
You might have to pull up on the road
I do it all, I took my oath

All my niggas they be with me
All my niggas they will let that motherfucker fly
Won't let a nigga forget me
Nigga do or die, do or die
Nigga homicide

God bless the ratchets
Bitches sexy, pornographic
A bitch bad, that ain't average
Stuffin' packets in their mattress, hey
God Bless the ratchets
She want it, gotta have it
A bitch bad, that ain't average
She a savage, no compassion

Bad bitches pull up on the westside
Brass in 'em, they can the let the lead fly
Nigga comin' straight up out the Bed-Stuy
Burn this motherfucker like it's Left Eye

You ever seen a fuckin' bitch with just way too much Gucci on?
She might call the shots on you
30-inch weave, nigga she could call the whole fuckin' block on you
Pull another dough, never took patrol
Always took my hoe, pullin' this is slow-mo
Pullin' down the road, racin' through the coke
Nigga know my name, like it Domino's

All my niggas they be with me
All my niggas they will let that motherfucker fly
Won't let a nigga forget me
Nigga do or die, do or die
Nigga homicide

God bless the ratchets
Bitches sexy, pornographic
A bitch bad, that ain't average
Stuffin' packets in their mattress, hey
God bless the ratchets
She want it, gotta have it
A bitch bad, that ain't average
She a savage, no compassion

It's me and my compadres
I don't gotta do too much these days
Me and my compadres
You don't want them blah-blah-blah-blah be here
Ridin' til I die
I'm chasin' all them niggas from July

It's coming, homicide, homicide
Til all of it's combined

Overall Meaning

In the song "God Bless the Ratchets" by SAINt JHN, the artist seems to celebrate and glorify the lifestyle and actions of what he calls "the ratchets." He praises these women as sexy, bad, and savage, painting a picture of them as strong and fearless. He also references violence and criminal activity, with lines like "Brass in 'em, they can the let the lead fly" and "Nigga homicide," suggesting that these women are not afraid to use any means necessary to protect themselves and their lifestyle.

The chorus repeats the phrase "God bless the ratchets," which can be interpreted as both ironic and sincere. On one hand, the artist acknowledges that the lifestyle he describes may not be the most morally righteous or socially acceptable. At the same time, he recognizes the strength and power of these women who are often overlooked or judged by society.

The song also features references to materialism, with mentions of gold, Gucci, and 14 karats. These lines may suggest that a desire for wealth and status is also a driving force behind the actions of "the ratchets."

Overall, "God Bless the Ratchets" paints a complex and layered picture of a certain lifestyle and the people who live it, showcasing both the positive and negative aspects of this way of life.

Line by Line Meaning

Yeah, yeah, whoa
Expressing agreement to what has just been said and indicating excitement or anticipation.

Pull up on em' like this
To make an entrance to a gathering or place, preferably with a noteworthy arrival.

God bless the ratchets
A blessing to the underprivileged or low-class people in society who are ready to do whatever it takes to survive.

Bitches sexy, pornographic
Referring to women who are alluring and sexually appealing, like in pornographic content.

A bitch bad, that ain't average
Acknowledging that some women are above the average standards of beauty.

Stuffin' packets in their mattress, hey
Secretly stuffing and hiding money in a mattress to keep it safe and away from outsiders.

She want it, gotta have it
Describing the desire women have to get whatever they want regardless.

She a savage, no compassion
A lady who is unyielding, fierce, and does not have mercy.

Bad bitches pull up on the westside
Referring to women who are tough and not to be messed with, coming to the west side.

Brass in 'em, they can the let the lead fly
They have firearms on them and are willing to use them.

Nigga comin' straight up out the Bed-Stuy
Describing a person who comes from Bedford-Stuyvesant in Brooklyn, New York.

Burn this motherfucker like it's Left Eye
A pop-culture reference to the burning of Lisa Lopes' mansion Left Eye (of Grammy-winning R&B group TLC).

14 fuckin' karats see the gold
The jewelry being worn or seen has gold that is of 14-karat quality.

Bitches, you don't want them to overload
Women, who are carrying too many valuables, can attract attention or make themselves a target.

You might have to pull up on the road
To be safer or more private, women can make transactions on the road instead of in a bustling city.

I do it all, I took my oath
A promise was made by the singer to have all that he wants, and he follows with action.

All my niggas they be with me
The person being addressed is with a close group of friends when doing wrong.

All my niggas they will let that motherfucker fly
When push comes to shove, the people addressed will not hesitate to use a firearm.

Won't let a nigga forget me
The singer will be sure to make an unforgettable impact on those who are aware of him.

Nigga do or die, do or die
A phrase attributed to a motive that implies that the singer and his acquaintances will do everything to achieve their goals, or they will not be afraid to die trying.

Nigga homicide
An unwritten rule for rappers to reference murder subtly in their music without directly confessing to it.

You ever seen a fuckin' bitch with just way too much Gucci on?
Describing an ostentatious lady who is dressed to the nines in Gucci.

She might call the shots on you
An attractive lady who has the advantage of being in control over her lover.

30-inch weave, nigga she could call the whole fuckin' block on you
Referring to a group of young ladies who are ready to fight for their right, even down to enlisting the help of the entire neighborhood.

Pull another dough, never took patrol
To quickly make more money, a criminal can get another stash of cash without going through the proper channels.

Always took my hoe, pullin' this is slow-mo
The criminal is efficient when working, taking the ho and doing everything in slow motion.

Pullin' down the road, racin' through the coke
A risky game could mean the difference between living or dying, like being chased down the road while carrying cocaine.

Nigga know my name, like it Domino's
The person being addressed here is known by everyone, much like the chain pizza restaurant.

It's me and my compadres
With regards to the group hanging out, it is the singer and his close friends only.

I don't gotta do too much these days
There is no need for him to overexert himself these days as everything he wants comes easy.

You don't want them blah-blah-blah-blah be here
The group of friends with the singer have a reputation for troublesome behavior that people are better off not being around for.

Ridin' til I die
The singer and his friends will not stop until they are dead.

I'm chasin' all them niggas from July
An apparent competition has arisen between the singer and some other unidentified people in July, and he is not stopping until he wins.

It's coming, homicide, homicide
Violent conflict is anticipated, and murder will be involved.

Til all of it's combined
All of the goals of the singer and his acquaintances are expected to be achieved no matter the cost.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Carlos St. John, Hue Wayne Strother, Shama Joseph

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