Bruises
Skindred Lyrics

All I want to do is make the people rock
The primary goal is to provide a source of entertainment and enjoyment for the people by rocking the stage.

But then I heard them words
Suddenly, there was a change of tone or context due to the things heard from someone.

"I never trusted you lot
A statement from someone that clearly indicates a lack of trust towards the singer and those associated with them.

And why don't you go back to Africa?"
A racist and derogatory comment implying the artist or associated parties belong elsewhere and do not belong where they are currently.

From you hear that sound theirs a vibe none stop
The sound is so captivating, and the vibe is so continuous that one cannot help but get immersed in the moment.

Round one I'll, tie you up in knots
In a metaphorical sense, the singer will incapacitate or render the opponent useless in the first round of any confrontation.

You caught me with a right, is that all you got?
A challenge that implies that the opponent's move was weak and unimpressive, and the singer expects a tougher challenge ahead.

Let's make are way to the Parking lot
The artist suggests leaving the current location to avoid any further confrontation or violence.

Coz I know one of us have got to drop
The artist believes that a fight between parties is inevitable and that one of the parties will be defeated.

Winner loser mind confuser step in this ring
Entering the ring of confrontation is an unpredictable act, and one can quickly become disorientated or confused about their position.

And you know you get bruises
Bruising from a confrontation is typical and expected, and everyone must be aware of it.

People should know better It's not hard or It's not clever
People ought to act more rationally, and violence is not a smart or wise move.

Dem ah walk with a drunkyard's crew an dem ah look violence
Some people associate with an aggressive drunk crowd, and they exude hostility or aggressiveness.

Thought intoxication dem won't Fe start a confrontation?
The assumption is that alcohol intoxication would prevent the possibility of starting a feud or confrontation, but it is not always the case.

But they ain't got got the sense or co-ordination
Their lack of coordination and intelligence make them more prone to unpredictable and unsavory actions.

Who you looking at? For pray clowns be stalking
An inquiry into why someone is staring or giving a certain look, as if to indicate that one's presence is being threatened.

All liquid up, pay no mind just keep walking
Ignore the presence of drunken individuals and avoid any unnecessary confrontation regardless of the situation.

Wrong move there in your face for a fight to
A wrong decision that provokes anger or frustration and leads to a confrontation.

Explode with a right uppercut dynamite
A forceful and explosive punch that aims to inflict damage upon the opponent.

He's had enough He ain't getting up
One of the parties involved in the confrontation is exhausted and cannot continue.

Winner loser mind confuses Jump in this ring
Entering the ring of confrontation is an unpredictable act, and one can quickly become disorientated or confused about their position.

and you know you get bruises
Bruising from a confrontation is typical and expected, and everyone must be aware of it.