Ninho and Niska join forces in ‘Authentique,’ a track from their album ‘GOAT.’ The lyrics writer BLN, alongside Gabbi, Ninho, and Niska, pens raw reflections on life’s struggles. The music, arranged by BLN, Gabbi, Ninho, Niska, Yan Memmi, and Etienne Macor, sets a gritty tone for the song.
Released: October 25, 2024
Authentique
Ninho | Niska • From “GOAT”
Authentique Lyrics Translation (from “GOAT”)
Niska describes the tension between success and authenticity, ‘I roam through the fancy neighborhoods, but I’ve stayed authentic.’ The poet mentions memories of youth and the need to stay grounded despite the chaos. The singer highlights the challenges of staying true to oneself in a world full of vices.
Wesh N-S On Dit QuoiHey N-S, what’s the word?
Johnny J’crois J’ai Capte J’peux Plus Trop M’impliquer J’crois Qu’le Bigo Part En C#uilleJohnny, I think I’ve got it; I can’t get too involved anymore, I think the ‘phone’ is going to h#ll.
Sinon Toi C’est CommentAnyway, how are things with you?
J’suis Oblige D’m’adapter Sinon Ils Vont Dompter Mon Esprit Mes Pensees J’sais Pas Si T’as CapteI’ve got to adapt, or they’ll tame my mind and my thoughts; I don’t know if you get it.
J’crois Bien Qu’on Est Filoche Attriste Dans Un Palace La Seule Chose Qui M’fait Sourire C’est Les Souvenirs De Ma JeunesseI really think we’re being followed and saddened in a palace; the only thing making me smile are memories of my youth.
Et J’repense A Jadis Tout L’temps P#tain Tranquille Laisse Tomber On Va Pas Refaire Le MondeAnd I think back to the old days all the time, d#mn; take it easy, let it go, we aren’t going to change the world.
Y A Plus D’allo Quand Tout S’effondreThere’s no more ‘hello’ when everything collapses.
Et Les Blessures Sont Comblees Quand J’encaisse Autant D’ble En Quelques SecondesAnd the wounds are healed when I collect so much cash in just a few seconds.
Oh La Vie C’est ChelouOh, life is weird.
Differents Chemins Mais J’prends L’bon Insh’allahDifferent paths, but I’m taking the right one, ‘God willing’.
J’dois Rester Debout La Tete Froide Le Sang FroidI’ve got to stay on my feet, level-headed and cold-blooded.
Reflechir Sept Fois Avant D’craquer Faut Qu’j’m’arrache EhThink seven times before cracking; I’ve got to get out of here, eh.
C’est Toujours La Meme Chose Deux Guerriers S’unissent Pour Les Memes CausesIt’s always the same thing; two warriors unite for the same causes.
T’attires L’oeil A Force De Montrer On Preserve Le Coeur La Mif La SanteYou attract attention by showing off; we protect the heart, the ‘family’, and our health.
C’est Toujours La Meme Chose Deux Guerriers S’unissent Pour Les Memes CausesIt’s always the same thing; two warriors unite for the same causes.
T’attires L’oeil A Force De Montrer On Deplace On Cache Faut Juste Patienter BinksYou attract attention by showing off; we move things and hide, you just have to be patient, ‘on the block’.
Trop De Vices Faut Qu’on Brasse Mais C’est Chaud Sa MereToo many vices, we’ve got to make money, but it’s d#mn hard.
F#ck La Crise Trop En Place Donc J’ai Trop A PerdreF#ck the crisis, I’m too well-established, so I’ve got too much to lose.
Sorti Du Sale Trop InspireComing out of the dirt, I’m so inspired.
On Croisera Des Dos D’ane Mais On Repassera En Quatre AnneauxWe’ll hit some speed bumps, but we’ll drive back through in an ‘Audi’.
J’t’avais Dit Que C’etait Pas Des BravesI told you they weren’t brave men.
Pour La Paix J’investis Dans Les ArmesFor the sake of peace, I invest in weapons.
J’barode Dans Les Beaux Quartiers Mais J’suis Reste Authentique Ouais OuaisI roam through the fancy neighborhoods, but I’ve stayed authentic, yeah, yeah.
Si T’avais L’choix T’aurais Choisi Un Autre Chemin ToiIf you had the choice, would you have chosen another path?
Quoi Non J’aurais Fait PareilWhat? No, I would’ve done the same.
Entre Joies Et Galeres J’fais Gonfler Mon Salaire T’facon Tout Est Trace D’toute Maniere OuaisBetween joys and struggles, I’m inflating my salary; anyway, everything’s already written, yeah.
Y En A Plein Que J’aimais J’ai Du Changer Quand J’ai Compris Qu’ils Voulaient Que MangerThere were plenty I loved, but I had to change when I realized they only wanted to eat off me.
Dans La Haine Et Les Coups Qu’on S’est ForgeWe were forged in hatred and through the blows we took.
La Morale D’l’histoire C’est Qu’faut TenterThe moral of the story is that you’ve got to try.
On Revait D’etre Des Stars Du Foot Mais Y Avait Trop D’problemes Avant D’rentrerWe dreamed of being soccer stars, but there were too many problems before we could get in.
Et Comme Tout L’monde J’suis Rempli D’fautes Mais C’est Ces Memes Fautes Qui M’ont Fait ChanterAnd like everyone, I’m full of mistakes, but those same mistakes are what made me sing.
J’fais L’tour Du Monde Sans Perdre Le Nord On Pourra Pas Tout Voir VenirI travel the world without losing my way; we won’t be able to see everything coming.
Et Comme On Peut Pas Tout Voir VenirAnd since we can’t see everything coming,
J’laisse Le Bon Dieu S’occuper D’mon SortI’ll let the Good Lord take care of my fate.
C’est Toujours La Meme Chose Deux Guerriers S’unissent Pour Les Memes CausesIt’s always the same thing; two warriors unite for the same causes.
T’attires L’oeil A Force De Montrer On Preserve Le Coeur La Mif La SanteYou attract attention by showing off; we protect the heart, the ‘family’, and our health.
C’est Toujours La Meme Chose Deux Guerriers S’unissent Pour Les Memes CausesIt’s always the same thing; two warriors unite for the same causes.
T’attires L’oeil A Force De Montrer On Deplace On Cache Faut Juste Patienter BinksYou attract attention by showing off; we move things and hide, you just have to be patient, ‘on the block’.
Trop De Vices Faut Qu’on Brasse Mais C’est Chaud Sa MereToo many vices, we’ve got to make money, but it’s d#mn hard.
F#ck La Crise Trop En Place Donc J’ai Trop A PerdreF#ck the crisis, I’m too well-established, so I’ve got too much to lose.
Sorti Du Sale Trop InspireComing out of the dirt, I’m so inspired.
On Croisera Des Dos D’ane Mais On Repassera En Quatre AnneauxWe’ll hit some speed bumps, but we’ll drive back through in an ‘Audi’.
J’t’avais Dit Que C’etait Pas Des BravesI told you they weren’t brave men.
Pour La Paix J’investis Dans Les ArmesFor the sake of peace, I invest in weapons.
J’barode Dans Les Beaux Quartiers Mais J’suis Reste Authentique Ouais OuaisI roam through the fancy neighborhoods, but I’ve stayed authentic, yeah, yeah.
Ah Ouais Ouais OuaisAh, yeah, yeah, yeah.
J’barode Dans Les Beaux Quartiers Mais J’suis Reste Authentique Ah Ouais Ouais OuaisI roam through the fancy neighborhoods, but I’ve stayed authentic, ah, yeah, yeah, yeah.
J’t’avais Dit Que C’etait Pas Des BravesI told you they weren’t brave men.
De La BFrom the B.
TiensHere.
Pour La Paix J’investis Dans Des ArmesFor the sake of peace, I invest in weapons.
YeahYeah.
Authentique Music Video
The meaning of ‘Authentique’ is about staying true to your roots. The lyrics show the balance between ambition and authenticity in Ninho and Niska’s journey.