Babylon
Skindred Lyrics

Know this ones dedicated to the police dem you know Liar
This song is dedicated to corrupt and unfair police officers who abuse their power by targeting innocent people.

Cause some of them is wicked and them good for nothing
Some police officers are dishonest, cruel, and don't deserve to hold their positions of authority.

And dem love pick upon people
They enjoy targeting individuals who are vulnerable or do not have the ability to fight back against their accusations.

And dem think der no right
These police officers believe that they are above the law and do not have to follow proper procedures or respect the rights of citizens.

And I man come to show you dat
The artist wants to expose and speak out against this unfair treatment of the marginalized by the police system.

Alright alright alright alright
The artist is determined to keep fighting for justice and to call attention to these problems in society.

So we kick it up because you know we good to go
The artist is confident in their abilities and ready to take action to fight against the oppressive system of policing.

One for the money and three for the show
This line is referencing an old saying that means putting in the work (one) will lead to a successful performance (three) in the end, despite any challenges or obstacles.

Warning for you and here's a warning for me
This is a reminder that anyone can be targeted by the police, regardless of their status or reputation.

No bodder test the beast it coulder end up nasty
It is dangerous to provoke law enforcement, as it could have serious consequences.

Stop you on the street without a reason
The police have the power to detain someone without justification, which is not right or fair.

Search through your pockets under suspicion
The police can invade someone's privacy and personal space without good reason, which is a violation of human rights.

Everybody in ya is a prime suspect
Many individuals are unfairly targeted by the police based solely on their appearance or background.

Gone are the days where they serve and protect
The police system was intended to protect citizens, but now it has become a source of oppression and fear for many.

Learn babylon learn babylon learn
This line is directed at the oppressive system itself, which needs to learn and change in order to become fair and just for all.

Play with fire you must get burn
If you provoke or challenge the oppressive system, it could have serious consequences for you.

Danger you know that the fire is burning, seen
The artist is warning that there is a dangerous and volatile situation developing due to the oppressive actions of the police system.

Babylon hear this
This is a call for the oppressive system to listen and understand the hardships and struggles that citizens are facing as a result of their actions.

From I was a yoot police ah give me a hard time
The artist has experienced firsthand the unfair and cruel treatment of the police since he was a young person.

They said I looking like a crook and you're destined for crime
The police system often judges people based on their appearance or background, rather than their actual actions, which is unfair and discriminatory.

Positive police me never met much of dem
The artist has encountered few police officers who are honest, respectful, and truly committed to serving and protecting their community.

An the one's down pill cause most the problems
The corruption and abuse of power among police officers are a significant cause of the problems and injustices that citizens face.

Driving up and down dem ah check an dem ah stare
Many police officers engage in racial profiling and intimidate innocent citizens by constantly monitoring their movements and actions.

Look out natty dread locks you best beware
The police often target individuals who are marginalized or who have a unique appearance, such as dreadlocks.

Why can't they be like the ones on the bill
The ideal of the honest, fair, and just police officers portrayed on money has not been realized by many members of the police system in real life.

Whoop whoop das the sound of the police
This line is a reference to the sound of a police siren, which is a symbol of the system that the artist is criticizing.

Whoop whoop das the sound of the beast
The police system has become a beastly and oppressive force that causes fear and intimidation in many citizens.

La la la
This line serves as a refrain that emphasizes the message of the song and encourages listeners to take action against injustice.