"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".
Sucks To Be You
SAINt JHN Lyrics
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Sucks to be you 'cause I would have loved you
I'd watch the whole world burn to see you dance
Runnin' through cartels and jumpin' through bombshells
I thought we would die growin' old holdin' hands
It sucks to be you 'cause I would have loved you
I'd watch the whole world burn to see you dance
Thought we would die growin' old holdin' hands
This story don't start off great
I'm a gorilla goin' ape
I'm just a street nigga tryna make it to a milli in all the wrong ways
I'm runnin' all the long plays
They said I was born the wrong shade
I shoulda made it five years ago, my nigga, I was really born late
I used to, carry sticks in my clothes
Carry work in my shoes
Below the poverty line, what you expect me to do?
Runnin' through this life until twenty-one, twenty-two
Until I had to make a choice, you helped me choose
She said she believe in me, just keep on goin'
Just make sure when you get there leave the door open
I said you know who I am, it's the kid from Brooklyn
I wish you still believed, even though tears are soaking'
Sucks to be you 'cause I would have loved you
I'd watch the whole world burn to see you dance
Runnin' through cartels and jumpin' through bombshells
I thought we would die growin' old holdin' hands
It sucks to be you 'cause I would have loved you
I'd watch the whole world burn to see you dance
Jump over bombshells and runnin' through cartels
Thought we would die growin' old holdin' hands
So I tell nobody 'bout my dreams workin' at the hotel
'Cause I don't think confessions over there might go well
And goin' back to the hood means that I of course failed
You either kill or you are killed so I say
Moved uptown, Kyra gave me a place to stay
Mama kicked me out back then
She did it ungraciously
Came home to all of the locks changed on New Year's Eve
I'm glad we're doin' better, we're both okay
I stayed there for like three years
Oh, bless her heart and soul
She's worth a pot of gold
She's worth a thousand years in G-Wagons on the road
I made a promise I keep it, won't ever betray those
She said she believe in me, just keep on goin'
Just make sure when you get there leave the door open
I said you know who I am, it's the kid from Brooklyn
I had abandonment issues you left me broken
Sucks to be you 'cause I would have loved you
I'd watch the whole world burn to see you dance
Runnin' through cartels and jumpin' through bombshells
I thought we would die growin' old holdin' hands
It sucks to be you 'cause I would have loved you
I'd watch the whole world burn to see you dance
Jump over bombshells and runnin' through cartels
Thought we would die growin' old holdin' hands
It sucks to be you
In "Sucks To Be You", SAINt JHN shares the story of his journey to success and the support he received from a woman named Lee. He tells Lee that he will become a millionaire, and if given the chance, he would have loved her. He is willing to go to the extreme of watching the world burn, just to see her dance. He reminisces about running through cartels and jumping through bombshells, and how he thought they would die holding hands in old age. He then laments that it now "sucks to be you" because he has found success, and she is not by his side to share in it.
The first verse sets up the context of the song, as SAINt JHN talks about his humble beginnings and the struggles he faced. He describes carrying sticks and work around and acknowledges that he was below the poverty line. However, Lee's belief in him helped him make it to where he is now. In the second verse, he talks about keeping his dreams of working at a hotel to himself, fearing judgment from others. He then shares how Kyra, who gave him a place to stay, and his mother, who had kicked him out, played a significant role in his journey.
Overall, the song is about appreciating those who believed in us during our struggles and the sadness that comes with success when they are no longer around. It shows that success is never truly fulfilling if we cannot share it with those who supported us.
Line by Line Meaning
Told Lee he'd be a millionaire
Lee was promised wealth and success.
Sucks to be you 'cause I would have loved you
It's unfortunate for you that I would have cared for and supported you.
I'd watch the whole world burn to see you dance
I'd do anything to see you happy and free, even if it meant destruction.
Runnin' through cartels and jumpin' through bombshells
I've been through dangerous and difficult situations in pursuit of my goals.
I thought we would die growin' old holdin' hands
I believed we had a future together, where we would live long and happy lives together.
This story don't start off great
The beginning of this story is not ideal.
I'm a gorilla goin' ape
I am fiercely determined and focused on my goals.
I'm just a street nigga tryna make it to a milli in all the wrong ways
I'm a person from the streets trying to make a million through questionable means.
I'm runnin' all the long plays
I'm taking big risks and playing the long game.
They said I was born the wrong shade
People have discriminated against me because of my skin color.
I shoulda made it five years ago, my nigga, I was really born late
I should have achieved my goals five years ago, but circumstances delayed my progress.
I used to, carry sticks in my clothes
I carried weapons on me for protection in the past.
Carry work in my shoes
I had to hide my illegal activities to avoid getting caught.
Below the poverty line, what you expect me to do?
I was living in poverty, so I had to take risks to survive.
Runnin' through this life until twenty-one, twenty-two
I lived a fast-paced life until my early twenties.
Until I had to make a choice, you helped me choose
I had to make a difficult decision and you supported me in making the right choice.
She said she believe in me, just keep on goin'
She had faith in me and encouraged me to persevere.
Just make sure when you get there leave the door open
Make sure to keep an opportunity for others to follow in your footsteps.
I said you know who I am, it's the kid from Brooklyn
I identified myself as a person from Brooklyn with a strong sense of identity.
I wish you still believed, even though tears are soaking'
I want you to continue to have faith in me even though I'm upset and emotional.
So I tell nobody 'bout my dreams workin' at the hotel
I keep my aspirations for a regular job to myself because I fear judgment.
'Cause I don't think confessions over there might go well
I believe that sharing my goals with others might lead to ridicule or discouragement.
And goin' back to the hood means that I of course failed
Returning to my hometown is seen as a sign of defeat or failure.
You either kill or you are killed so I say
The environment I grew up in was filled with violence and danger.
Moved uptown, Kyra gave me a place to stay
I moved to a wealthier area and was provided with shelter by Kyra.
Mama kicked me out back then
My mother kicked me out of our home in the past.
She did it ungraciously
She wasn't kind or understanding when she kicked me out.
Came home to all of the locks changed on New Year's Eve
I returned home on New Year's Eve to find that my mother had changed the locks.
I'm glad we're doin' better, we're both okay
I'm happy that things are going well between me and my mother now.
I stayed there for like three years
I lived with Kyra for a significant period of time.
Oh, bless her heart and soul
Kyra is a kind and generous person.
She's worth a pot of gold
Kyra is extremely valuable and precious.
She's worth a thousand years in G-Wagons on the road
Kyra is more valuable than material possessions like luxurious cars.
I made a promise I keep it, won't ever betray those
I am committed to keeping my promises and being loyal to those who have helped me.
I had abandonment issues you left me broken
I struggled with feeling abandoned and hurt by someone I cared about.
Sucks to be you 'cause I would have loved you
It's unfortunate for you that I would have cared for and supported you.
I'd watch the whole world burn to see you dance
I'd do anything to see you happy and free, even if it meant destruction.
Runnin' through cartels and jumpin' through bombshells
I've been through dangerous and difficult situations in pursuit of my goals.
I thought we would die growin' old holdin' hands
I believed we had a future together, where we would live long and happy lives together.
Jump over bombshells and runnin' through cartels
I've overcome numerous obstacles and challenges in my journey.
Thought we would die growin' old holdin' hands
I had a vision of a long and happy life with you by my side.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Carlos St. John, Lee Stashenko
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@damounshabestari7997
So, I tell nobody ‘bout my dreams
Working at the hotel
‘Cause I don’t think confessions
Over there might go well
And going back to the hood means that
I have course failed
You either kill or your roadkill
Absolutely crushes me to hear this. Lyrical gold.
@mwizedillon864
Saint Jhn is in his own world
His own genre
His own style
He deserves credit
@rreyno
Mwize Dillon facts!! 🔥
@flightmode7655
almost.
Style: Lenny Kravitz, Future paired with Katy Perry and a bit Billy Eilish
Sound: a bit of Future paired with every 0815 Trapsoundlike but more ambientlike vibe.
Dance style: ... yea. thats uniqe .. Oh no wait there was this guy called Techno Viking. Some of Jhns moves are definetly inspired by him at least the begin than it translates to something like Childish Gambino but without the weird face expression.
he definetly created something "new" and does deserve credit since every creation takes effort and work. props to him.
@ShahidKhan-hf5lj
0.2% of people who are helping me to reach 1k 😢😢 and , I wish their parents still alive for more than 100 years 💖💕 God bless you 😢 ALL fans are very kind.....
'' U are Extremely nice Bro !! ''🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@6radda
For 4 years now...Plus Roses remix blew up worldwide yet this legend is STILL underrated somehow...
@teonteeloves
https://youtu.be/TIPi3VrNEfI
@bandemicbobby6226
How isn’t this guy one of the biggest artists on the planet yet ? His music is literally out of this world
@poppoff19
🔥
@tiotheartist3757
Facts
@loveworldwide
Read what you just said..