Trafics locaux Lyrics (English Translation) – Limsa d’Aulnay, ISHA

Trafics locaux (English Translation) Lyrics Meaning

[Intro: ISHA]
Just sounds and energy, no specific words.

[Chorus: ISHA & Limsa d’Aulnay]
The chorus shows that the city is fully known to them, from its streets to the hidden drug deals. They see all the risky choices people make when life blends between day and night. Despite being young, they feel they’ve done a lot for their city and earned respect, like having a street or roundabout named after them. It’s a mix of pride, awareness, and knowing the dark and chaotic side of their hometown.

[Verse 1: ISHA]
This verse talks about growing up in a rough environment where parents couldn’t protect them. Kids learn survival the hard way, stealing, lying, and knowing the cost of drügs and weapons. Life around them is harsh, and people act without much care for humanity. Threats and insults are common. Society seems to admire only those who get rich, like rappers, footballers, and gangsters, rather than truly valuing character. Poverty shapes people’s hearts, and the state often leaves working-class people with only scraps, creating frustration and a tough outlook on life. It’s about seeing the unfairness of the world while living in it.

[Chorus: ISHA & Limsa d’Aulnay]
The chorus repeats their knowledge of the city’s secrets and its hidden activities. They notice how people make bad choices day and night. They feel a sense of accomplishment for what they’ve done for their neighborhoods at a young age and deserve recognition. It reflects pride, experience, and an understanding of both the dangerous and rewarding parts of city life. Their city is open book to them, and they know every corner and story, both good and bad.

[Verse 2: Limsa d’Aulnay]
This verse is about personal life and identity. He explains that he didn’t follow a traditional path or go to art school. His dad had simple rules about respect and appearance, and he grew up learning to behave modestly in public. He talks about reinvesting money and keeping memories like mistakes, jerseys, and small treasures. He compares himself to being in a moral mix of good and evil, observing life around him. Even when doing simple things, like sitting on the subway drinking water, people stare because he stands out. It shows his individuality, life lessons, and the attention that comes from being different.

[Chorus: ISHA & Limsa d’Aulnay]
The chorus repeats, emphasizing that nothing in the city is hidden from them. They notice the dangerous decisions people make constantly and feel proud of their contributions to their city despite their young age. The lines show awareness of the city’s reality, respect for their experiences, and the mix of pride and caution that comes with knowing the streets so well. It’s about seeing both the challenges and accomplishments of life where they live.