This band of owls hover in cypher circles gripping microphones with their iron talons, leaving humans in the wake of their earthly knowledge. Led by the merciless Big Owl (Fliptrix), guided by the teachings of Bird T (Verb T), entertained by the do-or-die spirit of Rusty Take-Off (BVA MC) & inspired by the inventions of Deformed Wing (Leaf Dog), The Four Owls have played in the shadows for long enough. Backed entirely by High Focus artist Leaf Dog on the production The Four Owls maintain a sound that is true to hip-hop in its real form.
Nature’s Greatest Mystery is High Focus Records most ambitious release to date. The label has quickly gained a reputation for pushing boundaries in a scene that has grown desperate for a new type of binocular vision. The Four Owls are responsible for a modern day classic, fourteen tracks of straight up-and-down head banging rhythms, undiluted lyricism and conceptual brilliance. Who said UK hip hop was dead? Just look to the skies.
Defiant
The Four Owls Lyrics
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Niggas kiss cuz I've been split in night the sistem
Then pick school my girl like: Now so been just missing
Lay with me, they know I start to split all in the kicthen
Never ever sleep into, the sistem brow you
Define all the line, define the line on programs
Set to make moves now, put it for my children
There's yet to be born, yes to be born
You got that break, break with all the stuff to load
If you wanna be a big rapper on tour
Force, true hit the floor, remember this raport, yeah this never ever fall
It's fallin' to the cort, I come rock above the floor
Put that in your popping line and yeah you'll now it's war
Yeah they know it's war, down the line forever war
Forever the fire, the skinny frame dial, alwayse lean, come around
Call me now with those all reliens
She self see selves but I don't bother
But for sure the out strike ball and still is from the underground
From glass street from London town
Send a joke to the sky, took you high like a founder cloud
Woander how we can make it look forever gettin' for that cloud
Couldn't swallow my pride, think it higher just munch it down
Lil skage on, blacky jeans, got flavour for the paper and was probbaly at the waiting
Drive my banks great for two deegree we major
Free was the fazes but by now they forgive us
But that's just how it is
Answer on back side when we were sum litle kids
And I guess now it's what our profession is
So that's why I told you slow to the (?)
Now showt for everyone how kept fate and found us
I don't take no for an answer
I take no shit, I spend quote you took notice
I refuse to lose you will not see me fall
We are not the same, you wanna see me fall
Let's stop and got record, swift it on that door
Listen to me, I can lead the blind like a labrador
Acting now like I am under you
I am not leaving, hard make never skean
Defian in the lost it's the paper in the dark
Never stop since the fire is in the [?]
Can't tell me anything after my mind's made
When I say this shit you say hide grade
Lie away, gun up, amn get some other shit
I refuse to sleep, I know how his cousin is
Stop from this abuse since I grab that little fool
Done it with this bitch since he was a little kid
They refuse to eat silence, lup they beat banging
And my head falls now I roll throw the dead so
God, diamonds there's too much for your head dog
I repeat I will not lose, yeah
Let's go, got pistols and [?] like the bust
People never mind it's like they ai't carry so much
They time is on, it's likle they go on porpuse the go find one
Under the sun we live in this word and my mind spun
From to many drugs live ripper [?]
Too many sluts went in the room and tell me he's laughin'
Maybe it was, it's hard to tell now our days
Change and need all in this life, the game is like my mouth play
Keep into my maze similar with [?]
We was just press to play and terry down [?]
They wanted for 'em self but I love competition
Feeling better for my health
For the oppposition, forever mooving in competition
Double missing for eight hours, and get at least missin g
Been skippin', still splitin', free style and get ready
Get ready on position like getting flyin' in the sky
The lyrics of Defiant by The Four Owls are enigmatic and striking. One interpretation of the song is that the rapper is reflecting on his life and how he refuses to be controlled by the system or the society. He believes that he has some kind of wisdom that enables him to see through the illusions and the facade created by the society to manipulate and enslave people. The idea of being defiant to the system is repeated throughout the song as the rapper expresses his determination to never fall or give up.
Another interpretation is that the rapper is reminiscing about his past, where he was involved in criminal activities and drugs but managed to overcome his demons and become successful in the music industry. He urges his listeners to never give up and to keep moving forward no matter the obstacle.
Overall, Defiant is a powerful and thought-provoking song with many possible meanings that can resonate with different people.
Line by Line Meaning
Will turn the vision but it is some kind of wisdom
I may change the way things appear, but it's a lesson to be learned
Niggas kiss cuz I've been split in night the sistem
People betray and deceive me in a corrupted society
Then pick school my girl like: Now so been just missing
My girlfriend wants to leave me because I am emotionally absent
Lay with me, they know I start to split all in the kicthen
If people spend time with me, they will witness my talent and potential
Never ever sleep into, the sistem brow you
Don't conform to society, it will consume you
Define all the line, define the line on programs
Understand and criticize the systems and structures in place
Set to make moves now, put it for my children
I am determined to work hard and improve my life for my future kids
There's yet to be born, yes to be born
My children are not yet here, but I am already preparing for their future
[?] and how you bring storms
My influence and presence can have a powerful impact on others
You got that break, break with all the stuff to load
If you want to succeed, you have to work hard and carry your own weight
If you wanna be a big rapper on tour
If you want success in the music industry, it will require hard work and dedication
Force, true hit the floor, remember this raport, yeah this never ever fall
Stay true to yourself and your values, even when faced with challenges and setbacks
It's fallin' to the cort, I come rock above the floor
I am confident and resilient, I will always rise above the struggles
Put that in your popping line and yeah you'll now it's war
Challenge and compete with other artists to prove your talent and skill
Yeah they know it's war, down the line forever war
The music industry is always competitive and challenging
Forever the fire, the skinny frame dial, alwayse lean, come around
I am always passionate and determined, no matter my physical appearance
Call me now with those all reliens
I am confident and ready for any challenge or opportunity
She self see selves but I don't bother
Others may be obsessed with their self-image and identity, but I am not
But for sure the out strike ball and still is from the underground
My talent and potential come from my humble beginnings and roots
From glass street from London town
I am from a rough neighborhood in London
Send a joke to the sky, took you high like a founder cloud
My music can uplift and inspire people
Woander how we can make it look forever gettin' for that cloud
I wonder how I can continue to improve and reach new heights in my career
Couldn't swallow my pride, think it higher just munch it down
I refuse to compromise my values and beliefs, even if it may be difficult
Lil skage on, blacky jeans, got flavour for the paper and was probbaly at the waiting
I have a unique style and flavor, and I am patiently waiting for my opportunity
Drive my banks great for two deegree we major
I am motivated to achieve financial success and stability
Free was the fazes but by now they forgive us
In the past, we were judged and criticized, but now people understand and forgive us
But that's just how it is
The world can be unfair and unjust sometimes
Answer on back side when we were sum litle kids
I am reflecting on my childhood and how it has shaped me
And I guess now it's what our profession is
We are now professional musicians, and this is our career
So that's why I told you slow to the (?)
I advised you to take your time and be patient with the music industry
Now showt for everyone how kept fate and found us
I want to prove to everyone that my hard work and dedication has paid off
I don't take no for an answer
I am determined and persistent, and won't accept failure or rejection
I take no shit, I spend quote you took notice
I am confident and unapologetic, and people should take me seriously
I refuse to lose you will not see me fall
I am resilient and won't give up, no matter the obstacles
We are not the same, you wanna see me fall
Others may doubt me or want to see me fail, but I won't let them
Let's stop and got record, swift it on that door
Let's take a break and record some music, and then return to the industry stronger
Listen to me, I can lead the blind like a labrador
I am confident in my ability to guide and inspire others
Acting now like I am under you
I am not inferior or subservient to anyone, no matter their status
I am not leaving, hard make never skean
I will continue to work hard and improve, no matter the challenges
Defian in the lost it's the paper in the dark
I am rebellious and defiant, even in difficult or uncertain situations
Never stop since the fire is in the [?]
I am always driven and passionate, no matter the circumstances
Can't tell me anything after my mind's made
Once I have decided something, it is difficult to persuade me otherwise
When I say this shit you say hide grade
My lyrics and music are high-quality and impactful
Lie away, gun up, amn get some other shit
Others may deceive or lie, but I will stay true to myself and my values
I refuse to sleep, I know how his cousin is
I am aware of the dangers and challenges in life, and am committed to working hard
Stop from this abuse since I grab that little fool
I have learned from past mistakes and am committed to making positive changes
Done it with this bitch since he was a little kid
I have worked hard and struggled since I was young to achieve my goals
They refuse to eat silence, lup they beat banging
Others may try to silence or discredit me, but I will always speak out and make noise
And my head falls now I roll throw the dead so
Even when faced with depression or difficult times, I will keep moving forward
God, diamonds there's too much for your head dog
I have a lot of wealth and success, which may be overwhelming for some
I repeat I will not lose, yeah
I am determined and won't accept defeat or failure
Let's go, got pistols and [?] like the bust
I am ready and armed for any challenge or competition
People never mind it's like they ai't carry so much
Others may not understand or care about my struggles or aspirations
They time is on, it's likle they go on porpuse the go find one
Others may have more time, resources, or opportunities to succeed
Under the sun we live in this word and my mind spun
We live in a complex and challenging world, which can be overwhelming
From to many drugs live ripper [?]
I have struggled with addiction and the negative effects of drugs
Too many sluts went in the room and tell me he's laughin'
I have had many sexual partners, which may be judged or laughed at by others
Maybe it was, it's hard to tell now our days
Things may have happened in the past that are difficult to understand or remember now
Change and need all in this life, the game is like my mouth play
Life is full of change and uncertainty, and the music industry is like a game or competition
Keep into my maze similar with [?]
I am focused and dedicated to my craft and career
We was just press to play and terry down [?]
We were encouraged to participate in the music industry, even if it meant facing challenges and criticism
They wanted for 'em self but I love competition
Others may be selfish or greedy, but I enjoy healthy competition and challenge
Feeling better for my health
I feel good and healthy, mentally and physically
For the oppposition, forever mooving in competition
I am always competing and pushing myself, even in the face of opposition and challenges
Double missing for eight hours, and get at least missin g
I work hard and am committed to my craft, even if it means missing out on sleep or other activities
Been skippin', still splitin', free style and get ready
I am constantly improving and developing my skills and talent
Get ready on position like getting flyin' in the sky
I am preparing myself for success, and reaching new heights in my career
Contributed by Hunter D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Homer Tsintilas
Verse 1: Fliptrix]
I'm tunnel visioned, running ism, conjuring some wisdom
Neighbours pissed, 'cus I be spitting, bumping out the system
The pigs called, my girl’s like “no, sorry, just missed him”
Little did they know, I was bunnin' spliffs up in the kitchen
Never ever slipping, still with the system brilliant
Defined with the rhyme defining lines of pilgrims
Set to make millions, building for my children
That's yet to be born, yes you've been warned
I'm psychoactively affecting how your brain storms
You gotta break bread with the gods, that's the law
If you wanna be a big rapper on tour - pause!
Jaws hit the floor, remember this rapport
Yet it's never ever poor, it's solid to the core
Like a rock up off the floor, put that in your pipe and light it
Ye, you know it's raw
Ye, you know it's raw like the Owls forevermore
[Verse 2: BVA]
Forever defiant, skinny frame giant
Always lean, going 'round corners, like Robin Reliants
She sells sea shells, but I don't buy 'em
But for sure The Owls strike while they're still mining the iron from the underground
From Glastonbury streets to London town, send a jolt from the sky to your heart like a thundercloud
Wonder how we make it look so effortless in front of crowds?
Couldn't swallow my pride, then got high and just munched it down
Little skater, baggy jeans and flavoured papers for the grade that was probably underweighing
Drum and bass raver, chewing degree we majored
Few pissed off faces, but bet by now they forgave us
But that's just how it is, answering back since we were little kids
And I guess now that's what my profession is
So that's an 'I told you so' to the doubters
A shout to everyone that's kept faith or has found us
Mięsna Kula
awesome beat!!!
Saint and glory herb, I smoking everyday, may I tell a tale?
Okay? Are you prepared? Fuck it! I will not wait...
We will move up to past of my life, somehow to half
When I light up my first blunt. It was placebo effect
Vivid imagination, the first time I bought some sugar haze
Second time beginner junkie, found sweeet skunky
One shot, one kill, I'm totaly addicted, from one hit
To the present, firing everyday few new holes in my brain
Rarely alone in home, I leave up four walls to smoke
With my friends, I send them grettings. Configure the settings
Of the system. We must change law, to choke a bone legally
When you want, when you need, when that hoe broke with you bro
On the snow, in the summer, on the party, mourning, evening
Or with your girlfriend, everytime is perfect, when you are young
When you are elder, big clouds from joint, come join to me
And just like me, get one hit, and fall in love with Mary,
One love for my healing weed!
Ajna
The half pissed arsonists like to bust
people never mind this like the caves on mars
the time is ours son backing and purposely go find one
under the surface willing to work this my mind spun
from too many drugs leaf getting gripped by too many slugs
throw salt in the wound and tell me it's love
maybe it was it's hard to tell nowadays
change my name to alpha like the game is what my mouth plays
keeping jim mason similar ways on this escapade
since we was just pressing play to tear it down the stage today
it's hard for them to pave the way they want it for them self
but I love competition feel it's better for my health
learn from my opposition forever moving like repetition
double vision 48 hour tripping the leaf's missing
beat skipping still spitting freestyling not written
clock your position like missiles flying through the sky spinning
Metal Chickens .Ganja Chickens
4 years later and i still visit this track on a frequent basis. One of my absolute favourites, especially leafdogs bars and flow at the end
Harris
Yup. Here in Toronto, Canada i live breathe and eat this shit yo
NightFox
Leaf is just fire on this track! Such a dope album tbh. Lovin it! <3
Bashfulfruit
"I refuse to sleep because I know who his cousin is" I just got a hell load Goosebumps as soon as I heard that, fucking brilliant.
Jasper Dg
@op cynical Good thing Nas didn't live in ancient Greece.
op cynical
sleep and death are twin brothers in Greek mythology
Jasper Dg
thanks for pointing it our man.. would have missed it. Goosebumps everywhere
ErlingKlam
@efterblivna And we also loved " Taking Ova Part II "
efterblivna
@Bashfulfruit damn good track is on it, "Taking Ova" by Tommy Tee and Norwegian heavy weights( original one)
Coffee 'N' Stuff
High focus changed my life!
Love how they speak the truth and stick to old school!!!!
FOREVER FOUR OWLS!