Since the release of their debut "MENTALLY DISTURBED" Ward 21 have watched their popularity rise and they have garnered much respect world-wide as top notch performers as well as producers.
Andre, Kunley, Randaldo and Mark or Suku, Kunley, Rumblood & Mean Dog as they are more affectionately known started out like many music junkie youths in the Kingston ghettos on various sound systems in their community. They were fortunate to gain their musical experience from one of Jamaica's most influential and groundbreaking producers King Jammy at his legendary studio situated on St Lucia Avenue, Waterhouse which is also where Ward 21 grew up.
Blood Stain
Ward 21 Lyrics
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When I bust my gun, my gun, my gun,
Ha!
I see dem run, see dem run, see dem run,
When I bust my gun, my gun, my gun,
Da one yah name blood stain,
Pussy hole dis mi coppa fall like rain,
Cardiac arrest a lock di hardest to your brain,
We itchy wid dis trigga dis yah nigga ain't no gay,
Yuh mad family wi gun evicted and wi nuh stray,
Yuh dis yuh kill yuhself now tell mi who yuh aguh blame,
Cause man a bad man nuh trace like we a Jane,
Simple and plain,
Fassy bwoy get yuh head right,
Bad man a seh tonight a yuh dead night,
Yuh get caught inna coppa and lead fight,
Nuh try fi duck whenever time yuh si di red light,
Shot pick yuh up,
Fassy bwoy get yuh head right,
Deuce Ace a seh tonight a yuh dead night,
Yuh get caught inna coppa and lead fight,
Nuh try fi duck whenever time yuh si di red light,
Wah, wah, wah, wah,
Yow Di man dem wid dem owna gun jus bus it up now,
Shot some pussyhole because mi hear seh dem a bow,
Nuff a fassyman and nuff a dem fuck cow,
And even if dem repent wi aguh kill dem anyhow,
Yuh nah guh hear nuh "ching" listen out fi di "blow",
Wi si dem all a smile but dem anuh friends dem a foe,
Wi shot dem inna dem face and mek it exit through yuh toe,
And tek weh yuh owe,
Fassy bwoy get yuh head right,
Black Pearl a seh tonight a yuh dead night,
Yuh get caught inna coppa and lead fight,
Nuh try fi duck whenever time yuh si di red light,
Shot pick yuh up,
Fassy bwoy get yuh head right,
Dutty belly a seh tonight a yuh dead night,
Yuh get caught inna coppa and lead fight,
Nuh try fi duck whenever time yuh si di red light,
Da one yah name blood stain,
Pussy hole dis mi coppa fall like rain,
Cardiac arrest a lock di hardest to your brain,
And rapidly wi tear some pussy face like cellophane,
We hit you wid di trigger dis yah nigga ain't no gay,
Yuh mad family wi gun evicted and wi nuh stray,
Yuh dis yuh kill yuhself now tell mi who yuh aguh blame,
Cause man a bad man nuh trace like we a Jane,
Simple and plain,
Fassy bwoy get yuh head right,
Bad man a seh tonight a yuh dead night,
Yuh get caught inna coppa and lead fight,
Nuh try fi duck whenever time yuh si di red light,
Shot pick yuh up,
Fassy bwoy get yuh head right,
Baby G a seh tonight a yuh dead night,
Yuh get caught inna coppa and lead fight,
Nuh try fi duck whenever time yuh si di red light,
Wah, wah, wah, wah,
Yow,
Di man dem wid dem owna gun jus bus it up now,
Nuh trust nuh pussyhole because mi hear seh dem a bow,
Nuff a fassyman and nuff a dem fuck cow,
And even if dem repent wi aguh kill dem anyhow,
Yuh nah guh hear nuh "ching" listen out fi di "blow",
Wi si dem all a smile but dem anuh friend dem a foe,
Wi shot dem inna dem face and mek it exit through yuh toe,
And tek weh yuh owe,
Fassy bwoy get yuh head right,
C.G. a seh tonight a yuh dead night,
Yuh get caught inna coppa and lead fight,
Nuh try fi duck whenever time yuh si di red light,
Shot pick yuh up,
Fassy bwoy get yuh head right,
Awfull a seh tonight a yuh dead night,
Yuh get caught inna coppa and lead fight,
Nuh try fi duck whenever time yuh si di red light,
Wah, wah, wah, wah,
Fassy bwoy get yuh head right,
Mr. King a seh tonight a yuh dead night,
Yuh get caught inna coppa and lead fight,
Nuh try fi duck whenever time yuh si di red light,
Shot pick yuh up,
Fassy bwoy get yuh head right,
John Two a seh tonight a yuh dead night,
Yuh get caught inna coppa and lead fight,
The lyrics of Ward 21's song Blood Stain describe the violent and unforgiving world of gang warfare in Jamaica. The writer of the song is portraying a street mentality where a person is more respected and feared based upon their willingness to use extreme violence, and they are fully aware of the risks associated. The opening line, "I see dem run, see dem run, see dem run, when I bust my gun, my gun, my gun" creates a clear picture of the violence that runs rampant in the streets. The writer is implying that individuals are running because they know that the gun is lethal, and they want to save their own lives. Throughout the song, the writer refers to the actions of "fassy bwoys" or "pussy holes" who are targeted by the singer because of their perceived weakness.
The chorus, "Da one yah name blood stain, pussy hole dis mi coppa fall like rain, cardiac arrest lock di hardest to your brain, and rapidly wi tear some pussy face like cellophane," further emphasizes the violence that can happen if someone challenges the authority or prestige of the gang members who are singing the song. The singer is threatening to make the person who dares to cross them "fall like rain" and "tear some pussy face like cellophane." The lyrics suggest an uncompromising, brutal approach to life, where the singer sees no other way out but by using their gun.
Line by Line Meaning
I see dem run, see dem run, see dem run,
I witness people running in fear.
When I bust my gun, my gun, my gun,
I fire my firearm.
Ha!
Exclamation of amusement or excitement.
Da one yah name blood stain,
The result of our actions is bloodshed.
Pussy hole dis mi coppa fall like rain,
Offensive term for someone shot by a firearm (heavy gun violence).
Cardiac arrest a lock di hardest to your brain,
The impact of a gunshot may cause a heart attack.
And rapidly wi tear some pussy face like cellophane,
We destroy people's faces with gunshots.
We itchy wid dis trigga dis yah nigga ain't no gay,
We have an aggressive urge to pull the trigger, and we are not weak.
Yuh mad family wi gun evicted and wi nuh stray,
We possess guns at every moment, and we will not hesitate to use them.
Yuh dis yuh kill yuhself now tell mi who yuh aguh blame,
If someone opposes us and ends up hurt, they are only accountable for their choices.
Cause man a bad man nuh trace like we a Jane,
We are not hesitant, reluctant, or weak in our actions and decisions.
Simple and plain,
Stated matter-of-factly.
Fassy bwoy get yuh head right,
Insulting term for someone who lacks courage or is not tough enough.
Bad man a seh tonight a yuh dead night,
A warning that someone will die tonight at the hands of dangerous people.
Yuh get caught inna coppa and lead fight,
You will be in a confrontation with the law, and die by gunshot.
Nuh try fi duck whenever time yuh si di red light,
Don't try to avoid or run from trouble; you will be caught and killed.
Shot pick yuh up,
The gunshot will kill and remove you from this world.
Yow Di man dem wid dem owna gun jus bus it up now,
People who possess firearms utilize them readily and frequently.
Shot some pussyhole because mi hear seh dem a bow,
Shoot individuals who may be plotting against us.
Nuff a fassyman and nuff a dem fuck cow,
Many individuals are cowardly and lack courage.
And even if dem repent wi aguh kill dem anyhow,
Even if someone asks for forgiveness, they may still face consequences and harm.
Yuh nah guh hear nuh "ching" listen out fi di "blow",
Listen for the gunshot instead of a warning sound.
Wi si dem all a smile but dem anuh friends dem a foe,
People who appear friendly may be the ones who want to harm us.
Wi shot dem inna dem face and mek it exit through yuh toe,
We shoot our targets in the face, and the bullet exits through their toe.
And tek weh yuh owe,
We take what is owed to us by any means necessary.
C.G. a seh tonight a yuh dead night,
A warning that someone will die tonight at the hands of C.G.
Awfull a seh tonight a yuh dead night,
A warning that someone will die tonight at the hands of Awfull.
Mr. King a seh tonight a yuh dead night,
A warning that someone will die tonight at the hands of Mr. King.
John Two a seh tonight a yuh dead night,
A warning that someone will die tonight at the hands of John Two.
Contributed by Ian S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@emmalouize_99
Ward 21, another underrated act, still here in 2023. fassy ole get ya head right
@dendrantema3331
Thank you modern technology and its algorithm, who united me with such masterpiece of sick music!
@trinimassive1985
One of the baddest gangsters songs of its era
@wizdum7321
I'll go as far as to say it's one of the all time best.
@checkyourself2365
2020 anyone?
@roberttaylorjr1747
YUUUUP!!!
@davidjoseph1
2022!!!
@king.littleman1989
2022 also Gs
@omnibus5359
3rd for 2022
@roxanneroberts8064
2023 lol