Paname Lyrics – Zéon Squad

Paname Lyrics Meaning

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The verse begins with a reflection on how important it is to finish what you start and not leave things half-done. The artist talks about staying in his own space, almost isolated, where he feels drained but keeps pushing forward. He declares that they are champions and untouchable, believing that no one can surpass them, even in the future year 2025, which he sees as the year of boldness and taking risks. The line “On m’en a fait des crasses et des crasses” points to the hardships and betrayals he’s faced, but he remains calm, accepting it with a “Peace.”

He describes a tough life, especially when working temporary jobs (“train de vie de merde à l’intérim”), which feels like a rough cycle. Yet, his thoughts turn into lyrics, showing his ability to turn struggles into art. He has bigger dreams, envisioning a luxurious life in a “berline” (a luxury car), signifying success. At the same time, he calls out people who aren’t keeping up with the times, saying they are outdated and will “perish” if they don’t evolve with the world.

The artist continues by using strong language, expressing a defiance toward singerity figures like the police. He touches on an incident, implying that someone was taken advantage of (“mise en cloque, donc on l’a claqué”), and they made it dance in a humiliating way (“fait danser avec des claquettes”). This is more metaphorical than literal, suggesting that he feels people around him are used or manipulated, while he takes advantage of the opportunities in front of him.

As a small figure in a big world, he mentions praying to the “very high” (likely referring to God or a higher power) and indicates that this year, he’s stopped wasting time. He’s now focusing on moving forward, even replacing his old ways with new, faster “trainers” (sneakers), a symbol of being ready to run towards success. He critiques those who rely on their teams or fake bravado because, without real backing or support, they lose their power. He doesn’t even bother with those people anymore, showing how little he cares about their opinions.

The artist talks about learning from mistakes. At 17, he wasn’t on the same playing field as others like Yamal (likely referring to a football player). He’s grown, but still feels small in a big world. Before reaching success, he remembers where he came from, mentioning past struggles like unpaid dues or wrongdoings (“paye que t’as volé à Ian”), which people still remember. Despite the struggles, he now has a sense of pride, vowing to deliver a “slap” to those who doubted him.

He acknowledges that he’s faced a lot of criticism but is thankful to have held onto his faith (“Merci Seigneur”), believing in himself and a higher power. He reflects on the pain and insults he’s endured but chose not to retaliate immediately. Instead, he followed a more patient path, keeping true to himself. By doing so, he unlocked “prestiges” or success, and now, it’s no surprise that he stands out as someone with prestige.

Finally, he emphasizes that he doesn’t miss any opportunity for success, as he’s confident and sharp. He’s ready to face anyone who doubts him, challenging those he deems fake or “ringards” (outdated, irrelevant). As the verse closes, he contrasts his world with others, firmly stating that in Paris (Paname), things are different from anywhere else, and he’s not interested in the usual, basic lifestyle (“Non, je ne veux pas de ricard”). He’s made his own path, rooted in Paname, where the stakes are higher, and the game is tougher.