“Bullet from a Gun” by Skepta

In this song, Skepta uses the phrase “Bullet from a Gun” to depict the pain one feels when things don’t work out as planned.

Skepta shares a disappointing love story, in which the girl he thought he would end up with, was just using him. He now understands that she was not even in love with him but it was his turn to date her, something she does with other guys. Perhaps he thought it was going to last and his friends must have encouraged it by saying ‘4L’, which means it was for life. He however realizes that the relationship was not meant to be. The writer’s mood portrays that he’s already planning to move on with his life.

“Bullet from a Gun” sheds light on Skepta’s personal life

The one-versed rap seems to cover different aspects of his life; his achievements, family, childhood, and fellow rappers. Skepta references his attainment of a platinum, two silver and two gold certifications for his songs. He also acknowledges his father as a reflection of who he has grown to become, “a top boy” or leader in his field. He goes on to reveal the fact that he was named after his grandfather, and since his name has already been written on a gravestone, he derives power from that and has nothing to fear.

Mocks other rappers

Skepta switches to mock fellow artists who don’t really thrive in the industry because their focus is to get trending on social media. He also recalls a recent tour he had with some fellow rappers; Lancey, Headie, J Hus and LD 67, where they were not mindful of the cops by carrying bare weed with them.

Daughter brings him joy

The rapper goes back to talking about how he has been able to get over his pain. He speaks about getting relieved whenever he gets home to see his baby daughter.

Ends “Bullet from a Gun” by talking about challenges in the industry

“Bullet from a Gun” ends as the writer shares the daily challenges he has to face in his career; dealing with social media trolls, and other forms of temptation which provoke him to lose his focus. He concludes that he has an emotional side, but mostly puts it aside in order to get through life.