Je Peux Lyrics in English Kery James , Noumouké

Je Peux drops us right into a lively conversation between French rap icon Kery James and his young cousin Noumouké. Over a smooth, reflective beat, the older voice urges his “p’tit frère” to ditch street violence, open the right windows in life, and believe that he can become absolutely anything — “astronaute ou baveux” (astronaut or lawyer). The chorus, “Je sais que je peux” (I know I can), pulses like a mantra of self-belief, turning the grey walls of the housing projects into a canvas for huge, sun-lit dreams.

But the track is no one-way lecture. Noumouké pushes back, revealing the anger and temptation that stalk young people in the banlieues, yet still echoing the same core truth: choices are powerful. Their back-and-forth paints two possible futures: one ruled by quick money and territorial pride, the other by education, hard work, and long-term vision. The message is crystal clear: no matter the obstacles, you hold the steering wheel of your destiny. Part motivational anthem, part raw snapshot of French suburban life, Je Peux invites every listener — including English learners — to repeat the words I know I can and make them real.