Spragga Benz (born Carlton Grant in Kingston, Jamaica on May 30, 1969), is … Read Full Bio ↴Spragga Benz (born Carlton Grant in Kingston, Jamaica on May 30, 1969), is one of Jamaica's most famous Deejays. He began his career around 1991. Once known to his friends as Spaghetti (tall and slim) but later shortened to Spragga. The Benz in his name comes from the sound system for which he used to work for, L.a. Benz, and it is through this that he found his way into the music business at a Dubplate recording session with Buju Banton. The famed elder DJ was slated to do 4 tracks for L.a. Benz but only voiced two and suggested that Spragga do the other two. Since he was new to recording, he free-styled a couple of lines of what would then become Love Mi Gun, a popular tune.

He was the boyfriend of female rapper Foxy Brown.

Spragga played the character of Wayne in the movie 'Shottas', which was directed by Cess Silvera, and co-starred Ky-Mani Marley and Louie Rankin.

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Spragga Benz Lyrics

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Yeh gettin gangsta up in Andy's house
It's like this
Spragga, Black Josh, Illa
Crazy

got that swag
got ten toes
sip my Henn'y on the road

from JA to Labroke Grove
Manchester do it sick like whoa

and we deh ya wid mi gin inna hand
we gun inna hand
full clip we ready fi done inna man
fi dun inna man
dem waa see duppy so dem tun inna one
dem tun inna one
bwo dead when dem violate the rebelnation
dem want di war we naago run enuh man
nah run enuh man
dem think we done but we only begin
we only begun
one winner there can only be one
can only be one
take a dollar Illaman
we turn it inna millions

I move forward
never back
I get the munchies
bot a snack
when it comes to rap, on job like bowser
Total Recall, fuck that pussy 'ole Houser
Mars made mission, doing laps around Saturn
what's that smell she did ask, that's the Henn'y my lah-vly
take sips and pass, getting pissed up ta rarse
it's Black Josh you clart, that Manchester spark
from Mozart to Zart, that's musical class who's getting dark
we can't allow that my star
that's energy you passing
light weight can't hype mate
Spragga Benz is here
fire off a shell
obliterate your ear
who said what, who done where
blud you misunderstanding I
legendary business, fi make perk up your fear
drink a beer in celebration
I'm on a wave
love your extended mate Dave, a kiss to the face

and we deh ya wid mi gin inna hand
we gun inna hand
full clip we ready fi done inna man
fi dun inna man
dem waa see duppy so dem tun inna one
dem tun inna one
bwo dead when dem violate the rebelnation
dem want di war we naago run enuh man
nah run enuh man
dem think we done but we only begin
we only begun
one winner there can only be one
can only be one
bwo dead when dem violate the rebelnation

I got fammo out in manny
and manny Jamaica
my connects are worldwide
I got gyal out in Asia

I still live in the bits
& it's mad in the neighbourhood
making money through passin a raver
stuff
that's gonna keep em up all night
I smoke skunk
my gang have always got the bud on grind
what's good
shout out to my thugs on site
it's one blood
coz we only gonna get one life

are you ready to take some bodies to survive
born in a barrel of crabs
you'll get pulled down on the rise
in a dog eat dog world
any pussy gonna die
not a lot a men learn
gotta kill em with the rhyme
who can't hear
gonna feel
Black Josh here
to drop the real
shit they ain't speaking bout
a wa do dem
cold the heaters out
Sweggin since I been around

and we deh ya wid mi gun inna hand
we gun inna hand
full clip we ready fi done inna man
fi dun inna man
dem waa see duppy so dem tun inna one
dem tun inna one
bwo dead when dem violate the rebel nation
dem want di war we naa go run enuh man
nah run enuh man
dem think we done but we only begun
we only begun
one winner there can only be one
can only be one
when the bible get to
Revelations

got that swag
got ten toes
sip my Henn'y on the road
from JA to Labroke Grove
Manchester do it sick like whoa

got that swag
got ten toes
sip my Henn'y on the road
from JA to Labroke Grove
Manchester link up round the globe

BOOM

Bad Spragga Benz this from Kingston town
inna di music biz mi come fi kill some clowns
come fi chop off heads
come fi tek off crowns
everything weh mi a spit a hit yu round by round
mi come fi lef beats dead
it's like mi kill all sound
rocking inna a capella and mi voice surround
mek di people dem a get up all the girls get down
(hitbound)
and dem fi know say we nuh fear nuh guy
nobody cant tell mi nuttn from yu try diss the King yu a go die
Spragga Benz me have the full supply
and when mi start kick it live then yu see the whole place start get high
worldwide continents we fly
and lyrically Spragga Benz mi murder plenty guy
so who di raasclaat now dem a go send fi try
and yow we still say boom bye bye
slapping up a fat catty inna di london eye

got that swag
got ten toes
sip my Henn'y on the road
from JA to Labroke Grove
Manchester do it sick like whoa

got that swag
got ten toes
sip my Henn'y on the road
from JA to Labroke Grove
Manchester link up round the globe

Worldwide.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Link up" by Spragga Benz, Black Josh, and Illa paint a picture of a gritty and intense atmosphere where the artists come together to showcase their skills and assert their presence in the music industry. The song starts with a description of the setting, "gangsta up in Andy's house," setting the tone for what is to come. Spragga Benz, Black Josh, and Illa are introduced with a sense of confidence and bravado.

The artists boast about their swagger, resilience, and determination. They reference their roots in Jamaica and the streets of Manchester, highlighting their ability to navigate and thrive in different environments. The mention of sipping Hennessey and moving from JA to Labroke Grove adds a sense of movement and fluidity to the narrative, symbolizing their journey and connection across locations.

The lyrics also touch upon themes of loyalty, strength, and perseverance. There is a sense of readiness for any challenge that may come their way, with the artists proclaiming their willingness to defend themselves and their territory. The mention of being armed and prepared to defend against any threats emphasizes their unity and resolve as a group.

Additionally, the lyrics contain references to their global reach and connections, with shoutouts to friends and associates in different parts of the world. The artists assert their presence in the music industry, positioning themselves as forces to be reckoned with and making it clear that they are here to stay and make their mark.

Overall, "Link up" is a statement of power, resilience, and unity. It showcases the artists' confidence in their abilities, their determination to succeed, and their commitment to their craft. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a fierce and unapologetic attitude, while also highlighting the importance of staying true to oneself and one's roots in the face of challenges and adversity.

Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Matthew Allman, Mirko Vicentic Polic, Josha Pinnock Gray, David Penning, Carlton Grant

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