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Clive Arnold
Simon Justice
Phil Lovering (TAFF)
Neil Mackie
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Clive Arnold
Kevin Mills
Chris Bostock
Neil Mackie
Power Pop with The Clash influences. The original line-up recorded two tracks for Heartbeat Records and featured on Avon Calling and the 4 Alternatives EP. Taff left to join the Review but is best remembered for forming Disorder who released many records and became one of the leading 80's Punk bands. The line-up and style changed with the introduction of Kevin Mills and Chris Bostock from the Stingrays. The band are featured on the Bristol Recorder 3 and released a single for the excellent Recreational Records. The band spilt when Chris Bostock was whisked off to London to play with Johnny Britton who by then was managed by Bernie Rhodes the Clash's manager. The songwriter Clive Arnold became an actor, Neil Mackie joined the Crazy Trains before playing with Andi Sex Gang and Kevin Mills left for London to form the Specimen later to play with Flesh for Lulu.
Anthem
The X-Certs Lyrics
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When you up they don't wanna see you elevate
We the ones who really got these niggas started
Roll up, can you let a nigga meditate?
God revealed to me who really fake
Niggas love to say they real but can you illustrate?
Jealousy make niggas separate
Come and tell me how you feel and let it resonate
Tell 'em we gone run this money up and then some
Energy what make me handsome
When we catch him we might hold that boy for ransom
I got way too many problems
To be watching other niggas on my mama
If BIG K go tell me get em, then I got em
Beatboxing with that glock just like he Spottem
I won't never give my soul away
Told that nigga go to hell or he gon go today
Pour a pint and I get high sometimes I float away
Hope them niggas don't come knocking on my door today
Me and money, we like bestfriends
Niggas don't want real opinions, they want yes men
We said fuck it we gon go off to the next plan
Fucked up thinking niggas worried bout the next man
We gon be the ones who change this shit I promise
When you up they dont wanna see you elevate
We the ones who really got these niggas started
Roll up can you let a nigga meditate?
God revealed to me you really fake
Niggas love to say they real but can you illustrate?
Jealousy make niggas separate
Come and tell me how you feel and let it resonate
When it come to showing love niggas hesitate
Niggas love to show they colors like they decorate
This for every pussy nigga we gon dedicate
When I run that bag up we gon celebrate
Real niggas this yo anthem
Tell em we gon run this money up and then some
My energy what make me handsome
When we catch him we might hold that boy for ransom
We gon be the ones who change this shit I promise
When you up they dont wanna see you elevate
We the ones who really got these niggas started
Roll up can you let a nigga meditate?
God revealed to me you niggas fake
Niggas love to say they real but can you illustrate?
Jealousy make niggas separate
Come and tell me how you feel and let it resonate
You dont wanna see me elevate
But we the ones who really got these niggas started
Yeah we got you niggas started
Keep it real we really got you niggas started
Yeah yeah
The X-Certs's song "Anthem" is a bold and confident statement from the artist. The lyrics speak to the idea of rising up and taking control, of not being held back by others' opinions or jealousy. The artist promises to be the one to change the game, to be the one to elevate and to not let others hold them back. They claim to be the ones who really got things started, and challenge others to step up and prove themselves as real.
The theme of the song centers around calling out the fake and the phony, and challenging the status quo. This is exemplified in the line "Niggas love to say they real but can you illustrate?" This suggests that it's not enough to just claim to be real, you must also be able to prove it. The lyrics suggest that the artist is not afraid to go against the norm, to challenge those who are holding them back, and to take control of their own destiny.
Overall, "Anthem" is a powerful song that celebrates strength, confidence, and taking control. It speaks to the idea of not being held back by others, and of the importance of being true to oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
We gone be the ones who change this shit I promise
We will ultimately change the current situation, and I vow to make it happen.
When you up they don't wanna see you elevate
People tend to be unsupportive when you start to succeed.
We the ones who really got these niggas started
We are the real pioneers behind the success of these people.
Roll up, can you let a nigga meditate?
Can you please allow me some peace and quiet to think and reflect?
God revealed to me who really fake
I have gained clarity from a higher power to identify those who are not genuine.
Niggas love to say they real but can you illustrate?
It's easy to claim authenticity, but can you actually prove it?
Jealousy make niggas separate
Jealousy can create division and cause people to drift apart.
Come and tell me how you feel and let it resonate
Please share your emotions and let them deeply affect me so we can understand each other better.
Real niggas this yo anthem
This is a song that represents authentic people and their struggles.
Tell 'em we gone run this money up and then some
Let's work hard to earn more money than ever before.
Energy what make me handsome
My positive energy and mindset contribute to my attractiveness as a person.
When we catch him we might hold that boy for ransom
When we finally catch him, we may hold him for ransom.
I got way too many problems
I am struggling with numerous personal issues.
To be watching other niggas on my mama
I don't have time to focus on other people's lives.
If BIG K go tell me get em, then I got em
If BIG K instructs me to take care of something, then I will handle it without hesitation.
Beatboxing with that glock just like he Spottem
I am skilled at handling a gun, just like Spottem.
I won't never give my soul away
I will never compromise my values or beliefs.
Told that nigga go to hell or he gon go today
I told that person to face the negative consequences of his actions or face them immediately.
Pour a pint and I get high sometimes I float away
I sometimes get high and lose myself in thought.
Hope them niggas don't come knocking on my door today
I hope I don't face any unpleasant confrontations today.
Me and money, we like bestfriends
I have a strong relationship with money, like it is a close friend of mine.
Niggas don't want real opinions, they want yes men
People often don't want honesty, but rather someone who will agree with them.
We said fuck it we gon go off to the next plan
We decided to disregard previous ideas and move forward with new ones.
Fucked up thinking niggas worried bout the next man
It's pointless to be concerned with other people's lives and success instead of focusing on your own.
When it come to showing love niggas hesitate
People often hold back from showing genuine love and affection.
Niggas love to show they colors like they decorate
People enjoy flaunting their true nature and personality like it's decoration.
This for every pussy nigga we gon dedicate
This is for all the weak and cowardly people we know.
When I run that bag up we gon celebrate
When I make a lot of money, we will party and have fun.
You dont wanna see me elevate
You don't want to witness my progression and success.
But we the ones who really got these niggas started
We are the real pioneers behind the success of these people.
Yeah we got you niggas started
Yes, we are the ones who initially helped start your career.
Keep it real we really got you niggas started
Let's be honest, we are the true reason behind your success.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Caleb Williams
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