Give Thanks

[Intro: Popcaan] Ay-Aye Popskull and Dre Skull Tell the youth them fi live life careful ‘Cause [Hook: Popcaan] Dog eat dog inna di place where mi grow up Whole heap of stitch up and sew up Man have rifle weh make blood run like syrup All who no dead get lock up [Chorus: Popcaan] Badness a the only thing mi know Give thanks for music ‘Cause if a never music Me would a have me ting dem daily a use it Badness a the only thing mi know Give thanks for music ‘Cause when me a tek Me a boy weh no walk with less than three clip [Verse 1: Popcaan] So me a teach them the right thing No man life no light thing Ghetto youths stay far from Horizon You must help your father, surprise him Watch the pagan them with your eye keen Them will kill you when yuh rising Badmind you fi Vikings Them wan' take your life But the best thing fi me, take care a mi thugs and mi family Ghetto youths have fi shake down the money tree Most time in a court guilty we plea [Chorus] Badness a the only thing mi know Give thanks for music ‘Cause if a never music Me would a have me ting dem daily a use it Badness a the only thing mi know Give thanks for music ‘Cause when me a tek Me a boy weh no walk with less than three clip [Verse 2: Popcaan] Whole heap of threat Poppy get No fear, never fret Di Kel to di Tec Mek dem can’t stop mi breath Pon the battlefield, we no soft like Yvette Work hard fi mi tings 'til mi sweat So ghetto youth, make money Take care of your mommy and your daddy Dem streets ya no love nobody From mi a grow, a bare dead body Dre Skull [Hook] Dog eat dog inna di place where mi grow up Whole heap of stitch up and sew up Man have rifle weh make blood run like syrup All who no dead get lock up [Chorus] Badness a the only thing mi know Give thanks for music ‘Cause if a never music Me would a have me ting dem daily a use it Badness a the only thing mi know Give thanks for music ‘Cause when me a tek Me a boy weh no walk with less than three clip SONG MEANING The song “Give Thanks” by Popcaan, the Jamaican dancehall artist, is a heartfelt expression of gratitude, humility, and spiritual awareness. In this track, Popcaan reflects on his journey, acknowledging the struggles he has faced and the blessings he continues to receive. He emphasizes giving thanks to a higher power for life, protection, and success, even amidst hardships. The lyrics resonate with a sense of faith, perseverance, and a deep-rooted belief that staying grounded and grateful is essential. It’s a motivational anthem that encourages listeners to remain thankful regardless of their circumstances.