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Enemies
"**Enemies**" is a song by American hip-hop artist Tribal Brown. The song explores themes of betrayal, paranoia, and the struggles of dealing with perceived enemies.
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| Single by Tribal Brown | ||||
| from the album Trust and Betrayal | ||||
| Written | August 10,2022 | |||
| Published | August 10, 2022 | |||
| Released | August 10, 2022 | |||
| Studio | Roovet Records | |||
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| Length | 3:23 | |||
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| Songwriter(s) | Tony James Nelson II | |||
| Lyricist(s) | Tony James Nelson II | |||
| Producer(s) | Tony James Nelson II | |||
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| "Enemies" on YouTube | ||||
Background and Composition
The song's lyrics are characterized by raw and aggressive verses that express Tribal Brown's distrust of others. The chorus repeatedly emphasizes the idea of having enemies, highlighting feelings of jealousy and a desire for revenge. The song's production, as suggested by the intro, likely features a trap-influenced beat.
Lyrical Content
The lyrics are divided into an intro, two verses, a chorus, and an outro. The intro immediately establishes the song's tone with Brown's confidence and bravado.
- **Chorus:** The chorus acts as a recurring refrain throughout the song, focusing on the theme of "enemies." It lists various reasons why the artist feels targeted: envy, betrayal, and attempts to undermine him.
- **Verse 1:** This verse delves into the paranoia and experiences of the artist, describing a sense of being watched and targeted. He recounts personal conflicts, including issues with former romantic interests, and their involvement with child protective services, and also expresses distrust towards those close to him. He also alludes to health issues, and hints at violent retribution against those who have wronged him.
- **Verse 2:** This verse reflects on past relationships and a lack of loyalty. The artist reflects on how he views himself in this hostile environment, and expresses his ruthlessness. The verse ends with reflections on the importance of family and the impact of his daughter's birth on his life.
Musical Style
The song’s style is hard-hitting, dark, and aggressive, reflecting the raw emotions and paranoia of the artist.
Release and Reception
- **Release:** The song was released under Roovet Records.