After All Lyrics – Alkaline
After All Lyrics
[Chorus: Alkaline]
Me have couple dawg me know woulda dead fi me
'Detta say love, 'detta say loyalty
Before you fuck with the family, just try 'memba me
(Me nah sell out, me cyan sell out)
Haffi protect the dawg dem, 'memba anuh nuff of we
The money, the fame, no mean nothing to me
If you a pree one a mi bredda dem, you haffi pree me
O-o-oh!
[Verse 1: Alkaline]
After all, after all
Dawg dem just a wait pon a call
Four rifle lean up pon a wall
Unmarked car (Errk!)
Drive up, pull up a him foot
Bwoy spread out like say him deh a him yard
Dead a road like dog (Pow!)
Yo, we a go hard, we a go hard
Diss who fa bredda? You mussi mad!
Dat a go down, down a morgue
Who me no like, you no like
Who me a war, you a war
[Chorus: Alkaline]
Me have couple dawg would buss any head fi me
'Detta say love, 'detta say loyalty
Before you fuck with the family, just try 'memba me
(Me nah sell out, me cyan sell out)
Gun inna hand, yuh would swear we ah police
Kick off door, bwoy get it inna him sleep
If you a pree one a mi quenga dem, you haffi pree me
Oh
[Verse 2: Alkaline]
Yo Lee
This a the link, this a the cord
Mi friend dem wild nuh bloodclot
Ever high, no love talk
Who smile, no love laugh
Sittin jump off, then we mind mek up fast
'Bout fi drop a bomb, yo, the timer just start
Rasclaat, see it deh, the MAK 90 just bark
Babylon a come, but the sniper just pass (Shush)
Mi striker dem full of style and nuff craft
As you a say "A who dat?" is a life a cut short
Shot a stop inna forehead, it swell fast
Full of tool like we sell parts
Weh di 'matic, send 'cross
Bwoy body lost, cyan find
Couldn't get a proper send off
Me know dem and dem friend soft
Bwoy weh love chat tough no fi endz off (Careful)
Man diss you inna yuh place, defend that
We no the type fi send chat (Careful!)
Dem kill mi friend, dem haffi dead back (Careful!)
Uptown have mi head top and mi head back
Yo, yo, yo
[Chorus: Alkaline]
Me have couple dawg weh buss any head fi me
'Detta say love, 'detta say loyalty
Before you fuck with the family, just try 'memba me
(Me nah sell out, me cyan sell out)
Me a talk 'bout gun inna hand, you swear, think we a police
Fi run a program pon a man, that a the least
If you a pree one of mi bredda dem, you haffi pree me
Oh
[Verse 3: Alkaline]
How you mean? How you mean?
Never go nowhere without the team
Send a strange man fi slap you 'way
You goodly hail him when you see him
From bwoy fi dead, count me in
All we waan fi do a live the dream
How you mean? How you mean?
Me feel it to mi heart when mi bredda Jhavere drop out
Him was only sixteen—
If Nesbeth did deh yah, amount of boy woulda tap out
But we a gwan hold it fi him
[Chorus: Alkaline]
Listen to me
'Detta say love, 'detta a say loyalty
Before you fuck with the family, just try 'memba me
Yo Frass, me a talk 'bout gun inna hand you swear think we a police
We send couple dawg deh pon the way, dem soon reach
You a pree one of di quenga, you haffi pree me
[Outro: Alkaline]
Me nah sell out, me cyan sell out
After All Lyrics Meaning & Facts
"After All" is a song by Jamaican dancehall artist Alkaline, known for its gritty and intense lyrical content typical of the dancehall genre. The song seems to explore themes of loyalty, camaraderie, and protection among a close-knit group or family, while also conveying a sense of vigilance and willingness to defend themselves against perceived threats. Let's break down the meaning of the lyrics paragraph by paragraph.
[Chorus]
In the chorus, Alkaline emphasizes the value of loyalty and love within his circle of friends ("dawgs"). He suggests that these principles are crucial, even more so than the pursuit of money and fame. The phrase "just try 'memba me" could be interpreted as a warning, implying that anyone who betrays their loyalty should remember the potential consequences.
[Verse 1]
This verse paints a vivid picture of readiness and aggression. Alkaline describes his group's preparedness for any situation, with firearms leaned against a wall and an unmarked car. The mention of "spread out" implies that a rival has been shot and killed. The verse conveys a sense of bravado and determination, asserting their dominance over their rivals.
[Chorus]
The chorus is repeated here, reinforcing the themes of loyalty and protection. The use of "Gun inna hand, yuh would swear we ah police" suggests that they are well-armed and capable of asserting authority. The phrase "bwoy get it inna him sleep" indicates that they are willing to use violence to protect their interests.
[Verse 2]
In this verse, Alkaline delves into the nature of his friendships and the capabilities of his group. The verse suggests that they are well-equipped and skilled, describing their arsenal and tactics. The lines "Babylon a come, but the sniper just pass" might refer to law enforcement (often called Babylon in dancehall culture), indicating their ability to evade capture. The verse exudes a sense of confidence and readiness for conflict.
[Chorus]
Once again, the chorus emphasizes loyalty, toughness, and the capacity to carry out their intentions. The mention of "run a program pon a man" could suggest orchestrating confrontations or attacks on enemies.
[Verse 3]
This verse introduces a more somber note. Alkaline reflects on the loss of a friend named Jhavere at a young age, acknowledging the emotional impact it had on him. He contrasts Jhavere's age (sixteen) with the idea that if someone older, like Nesbeth, were in his place, the retaliation might have been more severe. The verse humanizes the tough exterior presented earlier, showing a deeper emotional side.
[Chorus]
The chorus reiterates the significance of loyalty and protection within their circle. The phrase "send couple dawg deh pon the way, dem soon reach" implies that they are dispatching allies to deal with perceived threats.
[Outro]
The song concludes with a firm declaration of not betraying one's principles or values ("Me nah sell out, me cyan sell out"). This statement encapsulates the unwavering loyalty and commitment that the song's themes revolve around.
In summary, "After All" by Alkaline is a dancehall track that revolves around themes of loyalty, camaraderie, and protection among a tight-knit group of friends. The song delves into the complexities of this dynamic, combining gritty imagery with emotional reflection to create a multifaceted portrayal of relationships and conflict within a dancehall context.
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Cast & Crew
- Album
- Alkaline (Singles)
- Artist / Band
- Alkaline
- Producer(s)
- Lee Milla Productions
- Writter(s)
- Alkaline
- Released On
- September 12, 2016
Alkaline (Singles) Tracklist
FAQs & Knowledge
Who is the singer of "After All" song?
"After All" song is sung by Alkaline.
Who is the lyrics writer of "After All" song?
"After All" song lyrics written by Alkaline.
Who is the music producer of "After All" song?
"After All" song music composed & produced by Lee Milla Productions.
When was "After All" song released?
"After All" song was released on September 12, 2016.