Emtee War is a song by South African rapper Emtee. Released in 2021, it appears on his album Logan and is a metaphorical look into the ongoing struggles, trials, and tribulations he’s faced during his life and career.
On “War,” Emtee speaks about fighting personal demons, the pressures of being in the public eye, and bouncing back from adversity. The lyrics are introspective and poignant, an artist putting vulnerability and resilience across to anyone who may be dealing with similar issues.
Emtee wanted to use this track as an opportunity for fans to hear out his inability to cope juxtaposed against his will to succeed a sentiment that can certainly inspire others who have been down on their luck before too long. Mixing hip-hop with elements of trap music while employing melodic half-sung flows has long turned him into one of South Africa’s leading voices within rap and hip-hop culture.
Here’s a biography table for the song “War” by Emtee:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Song Title | War |
| Artist | Emtee |
| Genre | Hip-Hop, Trap |
| Release Date | 2021 |
| Album | Logan |
| Language | English, with some South African slang and expressions |
| Meaning of Title | “War” symbolizes the internal and external battles faced in life, fame, and personal struggles |
| Themes | Personal conflict, emotional struggles, resilience, overcoming adversity, fame pressures |
| Song Style | A blend of introspective lyrics with trap beats and melodic flows |
| Notable Lyrics | Raw, honest reflections on the challenges Emtee faces, with a tone of resilience and defiance |
| Recognition | The song was well-received for its emotional depth and introspective message, contributing to Emtee’s continued success |
| Impact | The song resonates with listeners dealing with personal struggles, solidifying Emtee’s place as an honest voice in South African rap |
Emtee War Lyrics
Yeah
Yung2unn widdit’
Yeah
Every single day me just’a run it up
Yeah I did it but I feel like I ain’t done enough
Sold a lot of packs when I was coming up
I get active
Dem no want war wid us
Dem no want war wid us (They don’t want it baby)
Dem no want war wid us (Dem no want war wid us)
Dem no want war wid us (They don’t want it baby)
Dem no want war wid us (Dem no want war wid us)
Dem no want war wid us
If I was boxing they wouldn’t spar wid us
I’m not a king but I’m a warrior
If I got your back then Ima carry ya’
On my way to the top I was facing a lot (ay)
I know some real shooters they wasting no shot (ay ay ay)
Man we was so hungry scraping the pot (ay)
Ma big cousin playing some Pac yeah (ay)
Back to me being war ready
We all steady (yeah)
They can all get it
I ain’t R Kelly (yeah)
Eyama doday’pheli
Zola said it
Gimme my credit
And the fetti
I ain’t doing no talkin’ anymore
Put some respect on my name all 3 of y’all
Fuck wimme’ you’ll never ever walk in a malls
I got my nigga tapping all yo’ calls (ayyyy)
Every single day me just’a run it up
Yeah I did it but I feel like I ain’t done enough
Sold a lot of packs when I was coming up
I get active
Dem no want war wid us
Dem no want war wid us (They don’t want it baby)
Dem no want war wid us (Dem no want war wid us)
Dem no want war wid us (They don’t want it baby)
Dem no want war wid us (Dem no want war wid us)
I’m a warrior I earned that shit (yeah)
As a youngin I was all in the mix (yeah)
In and out of studios not thinking about a bitch (yeah)
I’m a problem that nobody can fix (yeah)
We was in the city stead hitting licks (yeah)
I’m not stopping till I’m rich (yeah)
Told my son I will never switch (yeah)
2025 finna’ be a lit year
I’m coming for everything
And they know it
They thought it was over for me
And Ima show em’
They said I was broke
How the fuck my kids growing?
Shit how the fuck I went broke?
Every single day me just’a run it up
Yeah I did it but I feel like I ain’t done enough
Sold a lot of packs when I was coming up
I get active
Dem no want war wid us
Dem no want war wid us (They don’t want it baby)
Dem no want war wid us (Dem no want war wid us)
Dem no want war wid us (They don’t want it baby)
Dem no want war wid us (Dem no want war wid us)
Dem no want war wid us
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