Police
In 'Police', Cheema Y delves into the complexities of urban life, particularly focusing on the interactions between youth and law enforcement. The lyrics convey a sense of defiance and awareness of the police presence, highlighting the struggles and realities faced by young people in their communities. The repetitive chorus reinforces the omnipresence of police, creating a catchy yet poignant reminder of the challenges in navigating street culture.
The song employs various literary devices, including metaphor and repetition, to enhance its emotional impact. The recurring line about police involvement serves as a hook, drawing listeners into the narrative while also emphasizing the tension between freedom and authority. The verses paint a vivid picture of life in the streets, filled with both camaraderie and conflict, making it relatable to a wide audience.
Overall, 'Police' is a reflection of contemporary Punjabi youth culture, blending catchy rhythms with meaningful commentary on societal issues, making it a significant addition to the genre of Punjabi hip-hop.
| Word | Easy Meaning | Translation | Pron. |
|---|---|---|---|
| O | ਓ | Oh | — |
| ki | ਕੀ | what | — |
| rakhea | ਰੱਖਿਆ | is kept | — |
| aa | ਆ | is | — |
| tera | ਤੇਰਾ | your | — |
| mere | ਮੇਰੇ | my | — |
| shehar | ਸ਼ਹਿਰ | city | — |
| Talda | ਤਲਦਾ | is falling | — |
| kiu | ਕਿਉਂ | why | — |
| ni | ਨਹੀਂ | no | — |
| ena | ਇਨਾ | these | — |
| kare | ਕਰੇ | do | — |
| kair | ਕੈਰ | trouble | — |
| Oh | ਓਹ | Oh | — |
| das | ਦੱਸ | tell | — |
| kidi | ਕਿਡੀ | which | — |
| kand | ਕਾਂਡ | incident | — |
| utey | ਉਤੇ | on | — |
| photo | ਫੋਟੋ | photo | — |
| tangni | ਤੰਗਣੀ | to annoy | — |
| jaan | ਜਾਨ | life | — |
| bhang | ਭੰਗ | break | — |
| bhaane | ਭਾਣੇ | wedding | — |
| mangni | ਮੰਗਣੀ | to ask | — |
| keda | ਕੇਡਾ | which | — |
| billo | ਬਿੱਲੋ | dear | — |
| sunaira | ਸੁਨੈਰਾ | beautiful | — |
| luttna | ਲੁੱਟਣਾ | to loot | — |
| kide | ਕਿਦੇ | which | — |
| nal | ਨਾਲ | with | — |
| dukh | ਦੁੱਖ | sorrow | — |
| tuttna | ਤੁੱਟਣਾ | to break | — |
| Haye | ਹਾਏ | Oh no | — |
| ona | ਉਨਾ | those | — |
| dia | ਦੀਆਂ | of | — |
| akha | ਅੱਖਾਂ | eyes | — |
| vich | ਵਿੱਚ | in | — |
| mein | ਮੈਂ | I | — |
| radkan | ਰਦਕਣ | to reject | — |
| Teri | ਤੇਰੀ | your | — |
| akh | ਅੱਖ | Eye | akh |
| agge | ਅੱਗੇ | In front | agge |
| aundi | ਆਉਂਦੀ | Comes | aundi |
| jo | ਜੋ | That | jo |
| zulf | ਜ਼ੁਲਫ਼ | Hair | zulf |
| badi | ਬੜੀ | Big | badi |
| ae | ਏ | Is | ae |
| Tu | ਤੂੰ | You | Tu |
| akhe | ਅੱਖੇ | Eyes | akhe |
| talja | ਤਲਜਾ | Look | talja |
| kida | ਕਿਦਾ | How | kida |
| talie | ਤਲੀਆਂ | Below | talie |
| Puthe | ਪੁੱਥੇ | Crooked | Puthe |
| kama | ਕਮਾਂ | Work | kama |
| police | ਪੋਲੀਸ | Police | police |
| rali | ਰਲੀ | With | rali |
| Kale | ਕਾਲੇ | Black | Kale |
| jit | ਜਿੱਤ | Win | jit |
| Kalе | ਕਲੇ | Yesterday | Kalе |
| aе | ਏ | Is | aе |
| Kam | ਕਮ | Work | Kam |
| tenu | ਤੇਨੂੰ | To you | tenu |
| pene | ਪੇਨ | To wear | pene |
| a | ਅ | A | a |
| stop | ਰੋਕੋ | Stop | stop |
| karne | ਕਰਨੇ | To do | karne |
| Duje | ਦੂਜੇ | Other | Duje |
| chhad | ਛੱਡ | Leave | chhad |
| sonea | ਸੋਣਿਆ | Sleeping | sonea |
| glock | ਗਲੌਕ | Gun | glock |
| bharne | ਭਰਨੇ | To fill | bharne |
| Mann | ਮਨ | Mind | Mann |
| di | ਦੀ | Of | di |
| kamai | ਕਮਾਈ | Earnings | kamai |
| eda | ਏਡਾ | Such | eda |
| na | ਨਾ | No | na |
| kamaa | ਕਮਾਂ | Earn | kamaa |
| Baki | ਬਾਕੀ | Rest | Baki |
| mundea | ਮੁੰਡੇਆ | Boys | mundea |
| de | ਦੇ | Of | de |
Cheema Y is a rising Punjabi artist known for his catchy hooks and vibrant beats. His music often reflects themes of youth culture and urban life.