Być nie mieć — English translation

Slums Attack · polish → English

What "Być nie mieć" means

The song explores the harsh realities of staying true to oneself amidst betrayal, opportunism, and industry sharks. The artists reflect on maintaining personal integrity and rejecting cheap compromises, contrasting genuine dedication to music with fake friends and parasites who only chase money and clout. Through gritty storytelling, the lyrics highlight the everyday struggles of working hard, paying dues, and choosing honor over material wealth, delivering a raw message about loyalty, survival, and independence.

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Parę hien w życiu namawiało do kurestwa
A bunch of vultures in life tried to push me into selling out
Jak myślisz, co wybrałem, być nie mieć to moja kwestia
What do you think I chose? To be rather than to have is what matters to me
Jak najdalej od takich, którzy chcieli by dorobić
As far away as possible from those who wanted to make a quick buck

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What does "Być nie mieć" by Slums Attack mean?

The song explores the harsh realities of staying true to oneself amidst betrayal, opportunism, and industry sharks. The artists reflect on maintaining personal integrity and rejecting cheap compromises, contrasting genuine dedication to music with fake friends and parasites who only chase money and clout. Through gritty storytelling, the lyrics highlight the everyday struggles of working hard, paying dues, and choosing honor over material wealth, delivering a raw message about loyalty, survival, and independence.

What language is "Być nie mieć" sung in?

Być nie mieć by Slums Attack is sung in Polish.

Is there an English translation of "Być nie mieć"?

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