Dada Lyrics – DIVINE | Walking on Water

Dada Song Description

This song is "Rap Khel Ka Daada" (Grandfather of the Rap Game), sung and written by DIVINE, with music production by MERCY$. It is part of his album "Walking on Water", which comes under Gully Gang Records. The song begins with "Ya Ya Ya Yo", where DIVINE talks about his age, stating he looks 22 but is actually 23, and calls himself the 'daada' (grandfather) or pioneer of the rap game. He also creates a cool and confident vibe with lines like "Smoking Like A Rasta".

The song's lyrics feature DIVINE speaking about his struggles and principles. He says a real man is one who sticks to his principles, that hard work is in his blood and this pain is his strength. He calls his mother a lioness and says there is blood on his teeth, meaning he is ready to fight. While others grow up to become 'G's, his childhood itself was full of struggle. In the song, DIVINE showcases his identity and passion. He says his name is Divine and he instills fear; he overcomes obstacles. He brought grains home when the house was empty, went to school barefoot and endured the sun on his head, yet turned a rickshaw into a Coupe and turned his hunger for money into a path to success. He is so strong he can burn the jungle and spits his words like bullets. He calls himself a big shot while creating doubt in others. His bars are "tathaastu" (so be it) – meaning powerful. He gives loyalty and takes it too, challenging a one-sided scale and calling himself the "Maharaj" (king).

The beat and flow of the song are very energetic, like the rains of 26th July (Mumbai monsoon), and he goes straight to the top, where there is hate but no love, and he asks his brother "What’s Up?". In the final part of the song, DIVINE celebrates life with Mumbai's streets and his gang. He calls himself both the grandfather and the father of the rap game and creates a relaxed vibe with "Smoking Like A Rasta". He uses Konkani and local references, like "Maaka Zaatla" (I understood) and "Te Maaka Ragta" (That gets to me), showing his roots. His flow is fast like a fever and he handles challenges easily. He references Mumbai friends and stormy situations where he devours the beat and shares success. He tells his story by smoking a "chilam" (clay pipe), lifting dumbbells, making noise on the streets, and selling intoxication on the beat. He suppresses the pain and tires out obstacles by laughing, and releases the album like a nuclear explosion. The song ends with "Walking On Water Baby 2025", which shows his ambition for the future. It is a powerful, inspirational track that narrates a story of struggle, success, and street life.