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American Pie
Catch 22 Lyrics


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These punk motherfuckers now a hip hop crew?
Naw, we just having some fun.
A little somethin' we wanna get done.
Anyone say a word, better shut your mouth biotch.
We'll kick your punk ass to the curb
Sit your stupid ass on the couch
And nod your head to something new Feel it? Na?
Fuck you, we do We're on a mission,
To beef with anyone who fucks with our ambition
So check it and give a listen and let me explain
Yo E-rock bring back that instrumental refrain.

Seven different members,
Meaning seven different names,
Meaning seven different mouths speaking seven different ways
All common goals reamin
Still pigeon-holed status quo sucks cuz I haven't changed.

No love for the roadie?
Yo man, you're the roadie, you don't...
Seven members, seven members,
That's it. That's all you got.
Eight! Eight!

Lick a shot-shot. Boom 5 4 3 2 1 wanna make you jump up,
It's like a clean cut
Slicing through the track with a machete
Ready set go
A Derringer cover
Cover me, cover you I'll take it slow and easy, indiscreetly,
I'm completely numb
Come come
Surburban ragamuffin with a dancehall twist,
I'm saying I'm saying I'm saying nothing
This Shot a licka say it again kick it and come back for one
I'm running I'm running I'm running I'm running
It takes some time It's like a dream come true I'm in heaven again
We're right here jumping with you
Once again again, once once again again

Seven different members,
Meaning seven different names,
Meaning seven different mouths speaking seven different ways
All common goals reamin
Still pigeon-holed status quo sucks cuz I haven't changed.

Yo man, I work.
Dude, you don't work.
I work.

Yo, so let me come in real slow.
Like 1, 2, I bet you thought you knew about the style we present,
So intense cutting through with precision never watered down
But you're bound to drizound coming around
Your town rocking a crowd with the sweetest sound
You ever heard fool there aren't no other
You wanna talk shit I have your running for your mother
Coming in quick you little bitch
Throwing a brick up in your window to get your affection
So pay attention, learn your lesson on this whole next session
When I grip the mic I spit my shit like a veteran
Wait stop the beat a second
Now bring it back again Catch 22 has come to bump your party
And get you jumping and keep it bumping
Nah forget about the bump,
I'm gonna go and blaze it up

Seven different members,
Meaning seven different names,
Meaning seven different mouths speaking seven different ways
All common goals reamin
Still pigeon-holed status quo sucks cuz I haven't changed.

YoI'm saying that's not right.
Step back punk you ain't got no place here...

I'm the one they call
Perm so listen learn
Gonna make you twist and turn with this beat that I kick it South River, Trax
East
Fuck with me you'll be deceased 6 foot underground is where you'll be to say
the least
East Coast Pride until I decide I come in strong gonna bust you in the eye
My piece of pie is all I'm looking for
Gotta get the door I came to let you know
All I rock is eckou
Yo what up Bean (Yo what up bro)
So let me finish this up quick cuz shit be getting thick
So let me go out nice and slick
Perm signing off so hand me my sticks
I'm not down with this motherfucking microphone shit.

Yo dude, uh, you gonna sing the chorus?
No dude I don't like singing the chorus.
Just sing the hook.
No, no, dude.
Try that.
No, I really don't... check it. Peace.

Seven different members,
Meaning seven different names,
Meaning seven different mouths speaking seven different ways
All common goals reamin
Still pigeon-holed status quo sucks cuz I haven't changed.

You'd better recognize man, that ain't right.
Yo bump that man and get behind that table and sell that t-shirt.
It's eight, I said eight, yo.
Na, I don't think so. It's seven.
Whatever, dude.

It's the P-a-t-r-i-c-k with the t-h-c m d-m- a
So listen while I wreck it
Then listen to the record
Check it wait another second this won't take all day
I'm the dank natty dread deep banana head
Making a six string sing is hard done than said
Cuz saying it and doing it just ain't the same
They're like fire and rain It's like night and day
But at night or day in the AM or the PM
You know I'm hitting TM I call 'em like I see 'em
So rewind the rhyme stick it in your eye
And let the old school open your mind one time

Seven different members,
Meaning seven different names,
Meaning seven different mouths speaking seven different ways
All common goals reamin
Still pigeon-holed status quo sucks cuz I haven't changed.

Yo I ?? represent.
No you ain't busting no rhymes, man.
The only thing thing busting is your ass if you don't sell those records &
tapes, kid.
I do my work.

You ladies better run for cover,
Cuz I'm the lyrical lover I stimulate and penetrate you like no other
I'm a hip-hop transformer,
A sexual performer Best get out of my way
Cuz I'm turning the corner
So let me start with my present I'm the phat Illmont resident,
Getting more play than our current president
Ladies start the bump
Let's get the bass to thump
I'm Ian and I'm calling out the motherfucking chumps
Cuz I'm badder than Darth Vader I'm called the Terminator
Lyrically you all know that I'm the dominator
You're not ready for me and all that I bring
Cuz I float like a butterfly and sting like a bee
So now you all know it's true that the C22 crew is coming for you
With a beat that's brand new
That's right cuz I'm the big smooth and you be feeling my groove
Yeah I'm the motherfucker showing Jordan his moves.

Seven different members,
Meaning seven different names,
Meaning seven different mouths speaking seven different ways
All common goals reamin
Still pigeon-holed status quo sucks cuz I haven't changed.

Yo I'm not saying it again, I want props.
Yo you best step away from the mic before I get Ike Turner on your ass.

Aw fuck
You wanna get jumped chump punk?
Come press your luck by our whole crew we all stone you,
Own you, for a while you just wasn't looking
But what you gonna do?
(Whoo, is that Mingus over there?)
Yeah you hear me talking
Spitting out the candy for your ears
Move your rears to this Ghetto booty shaking
Taking it all and yo raking the dough in ho
And me and my boys in 22 you just don't know we be pimping in the clubs
With my man Jeff singing reggae dub with Perm, TM, Ian, and KG, Kirk E.
Fresh, me I'm Mingus and our boy J-E.

Merch guys and roadies around the world this is your time so grab your girl
It's time to show you what we do We're not your little tools
TDE is down for me as I kick it old school.
East coast Jersey represent don't fuck with me cuz you can't repent
What you say will come back to you If you doubt me just test my crew
Don't break my trust cuz I'm no fool and you starting rumors doesn't make you
cool
Just a punk ass bitch with too much time and until you talked shit everything
was fine
But now it's too late what's said is said,
You're getting fucked up this is the end. Biotch.

Seven different members,
Meaning seven different names,
Meaning seven different mouths speaking seven different ways
All common goals reamin
Still pigeon-holed status quo sucks cuz I haven't changed.

Eight different members, eight different names,
Eight different mouths speaking eight different ways
All common goals remain,
Still pigeon-hole status quo sucks cuz we haven't changed.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Catch 22's song American Pie are filled with references to the punk and hip hop cultures, the music industry, and the band's own ambition. The lyrics also refer to the band's seven different members, who each have different names, personalities, and ways of speaking. Despite these differences, they remain united in their common goal, which is to make music that challenges the status quo and inspires listeners to think and act differently.


The lyrics are also filled with bravado and self-confidence, as the band members declare their intention to "beef with anyone who fucks with our ambition." They also threaten to "kick your punk ass to the curb" if you dare to speak out against them. At the same time, the lyrics acknowledge the hard work and dedication required to succeed in the music industry, as the band members talk about their "mission" and their willingness to "work."


Line by Line Meaning

These punk motherfuckers now a hip hop crew?
Are these punk individuals now trying to be a hip hop group?


Naw, we just having some fun.
No, we're just enjoying ourselves.


A little somethin' we wanna get done.
It's just a small project we want to accomplish.


Anyone say a word, better shut your mouth biotch.
If anyone says anything, they better keep quiet.


We'll kick your punk ass to the curb
We will physically remove you from our presence.


Sit your stupid ass on the couch
Just sit down and be quiet.


And nod your head to something new Feel it? Na?
Listen to and appreciate something different. Can you understand?


Fuck you, we do We're on a mission,
We don't care what you think because we have a purpose.


To beef with anyone who fucks with our ambition
To confront and challenge anyone who interferes with our goals.


So check it and give a listen and let me explain
Pay attention, listen to what I have to say, and I will clarify.


Yo E-rock bring back that instrumental refrain.
Hey E-rock, bring back that musical part without vocals.


Seven different members,
There are seven individuals in our group.


Meaning seven different names,
Each person goes by a unique name.


Meaning seven different mouths speaking seven different ways
Each person has their own distinct way of expressing themselves.


All common goals remain
However, we all share the same objectives.


Still pigeon-holed status quo sucks cuz I haven't changed.
But being limited to a particular stereotype or role is frustrating because I haven't altered myself.


No love for the roadie?
Don't you appreciate the person who helps set up and tear down the equipment?


Yo man, you're the roadie, you don't...
Hey, you are the roadie, that's your role, so you don't...


Seven members, seven members, That's it. That's all you got. Eight! Eight!
There are only seven members in our group. Wait, no, there are actually eight!


Lick a shot-shot. Boom 5 4 3 2 1 wanna make you jump up,
Firing a gunshot. Boom! Countdown from five to one, I want to make you jump up.


It's like a clean cut Slicing through the track with a machete Ready set go A Derringer cover
Our performance is smooth and precise, cutting through the music forcefully. A reference to a hidden track on the album.


Cover me, cover you I'll take it slow and easy, indiscreetly, I'm completely numb Come come
Support each other, and I will handle the situation calmly and secretly. I am emotionally detached.


Surburban ragamuffin with a dancehall twist, I'm saying I'm saying I'm saying nothing
A person from the suburbs with a dancehall influence, but I am not really saying anything of importance.


This Shot a licka say it again kick it and come back for one I'm running I'm running I'm running I'm running
This song is addictive, say it again and continue to enjoy it. I am running (performing) nonstop.


It takes some time It's like a dream come true I'm in heaven again
It may require some patience, but it's like experiencing something amazing. It feels heavenly.


We're right here jumping with you Once again again, once once again again
We are here actively participating and dancing with you. Once again, repeating the cycle.


Yo man, I work. Dude, you don't work. I work.
Hey, I have a job. Dude, you don't have a job. I have a job.


Yo, so let me come in real slow. Like 1, 2, I bet you thought you knew about the style we present,
Hey, let me start off slowly. Just like counting to one and two, I'm sure you thought you understood our style.


So intense cutting through with precision never watered down But you're bound to drizound coming around
Our performance is powerful and precise, never diluted. But you are bound to be amazed when you witness it firsthand.


Your town rocking a crowd with the sweetest sound You ever heard fool there aren't no other
We will perform in your town and captivate the audience with the best sound. There's no one else like us.


You wanna talk shit I have your running for your mother
If you want to talk nonsense, I will make you run away scared.


Coming in quick you little bitch Throwing a brick up in your window to get your affection
I am approaching swiftly, you insignificant person. I'm figuratively breaking into your life to get your attention.


So pay attention, learn your lesson on this whole next session
Listen carefully and take note during our upcoming performance or event.


When I grip the mic I spit my shit like a veteran
When I hold the microphone, I deliver my rhymes like an experienced artist.


Wait stop the beat a second Now bring it back again
Wait, pause the music for a moment. Now, start it up again.


Catch 22 has come to bump your party
Catch 22 is here to enhance and enliven your event.


And get you jumping and keep it bumping Nah forget about the bump, I'm gonna go and blaze it up
We want to get you energized and keep the energy high. No, let's not focus on energizing, I'm going to have a good time myself.


YoI'm saying that's not right. Step back punk you ain't got no place here...
Hey, what you're doing is not acceptable. Move away, you insignificant person, you don't belong here...


I'm the one they call Perm so listen learn Gonna make you twist and turn with this beat that I kick it
I am Perm, pay attention and learn. I will make you dance and move with the beat that I deliver.


South River, Trax East Fuck with me you'll be deceased 6 foot underground is where you'll be to say the least
Representing South River and Trax East. If you mess with me, you will end up dead and buried at least six feet underground.


East Coast Pride until I decide I come in strong gonna bust you in the eye
I have pride in the East Coast until I choose otherwise. I will approach aggressively and attack your eye.


My piece of pie is all I'm looking for Gotta get the door I came to let you know
All I want is my share of success. I have to leave now, but I came to inform you.


All I rock is eckou Yo what up Bean (Yo what up bro) So let me finish this up quick cuz shit be getting thick So let me go out nice and slick Perm signing off so hand me my sticks
I exclusively wear Eckou clothes. Hey, what's up Bean? (Hey, what's up brother?) Let me conclude this quickly because the situation is getting complicated. Allow me to exit gracefully. Perm is ending this performance and please pass me my drumsticks.


I'm not down with this motherfucking microphone shit.
I am not interested in this aspect of performing with a microphone.


Yo dude, uh, you gonna sing the chorus? No dude I don't like singing the chorus. Just sing the hook. No, no, dude. Try that. No, I really don't... check it. Peace.
Hey, man, are you going to sing the chorus? No, man, I don't enjoy singing the chorus. Just sing the hook. No, no, man. How about you try it? No, I really don't want to... check it. Peace.


You'd better recognize man, that ain't right.
You should acknowledge, it is not fair or correct.


Yo bump that man and get behind that table and sell that t-shirt.
Hey, play that music loudly and go behind the merchandise table to sell those t-shirts.


It's eight, I said eight, yo. Na, I don't think so. It's seven. Whatever, dude.
There are eight members, I specifically said eight. Well, I don't agree. I think it's seven. Whatever, man.


It's the P-a-t-r-i-c-k with the t-h-c m d-m- a So listen while I wreck it Then listen to the record
It's Patrick with the THC MDMA (drugs). So pay attention while I perform and then listen to our album.


Check it wait another second this won't take all day I'm the dank natty dread deep banana head
Take a moment, this won't take too long. I am the cool and confident person with wild, dreadlocked hair.


Making a six string sing is hard done than said Cuz saying it and doing it just ain't the same
Creating beautiful music with a guitar is more difficult than one might think. Talking about it is not the same as actually doing it.


They're like fire and rain It's like night and day
They are as contrasting as fire and rain. It's as different as night and day.


But at night or day in the AM or the PM You know I'm hitting TM I call 'em like I see 'em
Whether it's nighttime or daytime, in the morning or evening, I am delivering my rhymes perfectly. I tell it like it is.


So rewind the rhyme stick it in your eye And let the old school open your mind one time
Let's replay my rhymes and let them penetrate your consciousness. Allow the old school style to expand your thinking for a moment.


Yo man, I work. Dude, you don't work. I work.
Hey, man, I have a job. Dude, you don't have a job. I have a job.


You ladies better run for cover, Cuz I'm the lyrical lover I stimulate and penetrate you like no other
Warning to the ladies, you should protect yourselves. I am the skilled person who excites and deeply touches you unlike anyone else.


I'm a hip-hop transformer, A sexual performer Best get out of my way Cuz I'm turning the corner
I can change and adapt like a transformer. I am skilled in sexual activities. It's best if you move aside because I am taking a new direction.


So let me start with my present I'm the phat Illmont resident, Getting more play than our current president
Let me begin with my current status. I am a cool resident of Illmont, getting more attention than our current president.


Ladies start the bump Let's get the bass to thump I'm Ian and I'm calling out the motherfucking chumps
Ladies, let's start dancing energetically. Let's raise the volume of the bass. I'm Ian, and I am challenging the foolish individuals out there.


Cuz I'm badder than Darth Vader I'm called the Terminator Lyrically you all know that I'm the dominator
Because I am cooler and more formidable than Darth Vader. I am labeled as the Terminator. You all know that I am the dominant force when it comes to lyrics.


You're not ready for me and all that I bring Cuz I float like a butterfly and sting like a bee
You are not prepared for me and the skills I possess. I am agile and subtle, but I can also deliver a powerful blow.


So now you all know it's true that the C22 crew is coming for you With a beat that's brand new
Now you all understand that it's true, the Catch 22 crew is coming after you. We bring a fresh beat.


That's right cuz I'm the big smooth and you be feeling my groove Yeah I'm the motherfucker showing Jordan his moves.
That's correct because I am the confident and effortless one, and you will be captivated by my rhythm. Yeah, I am the person who taught basketball player Michael Jordan his signature moves.


You wanna get jumped chump punk? Come press your luck by our whole crew we all stone you, Own you, for a while you just wasn't looking But what you gonna do?
Do you want to be surrounded and physically attacked, you foolish individual? If you dare to challenge our entire group, we will overpower and defeat you. For a while, you weren't paying attention to us, but now what are you going to do?


(Whoo, is that Mingus over there?) Yeah you hear me talking Spitting out the candy for your ears
(Wow, is that Mingus over there?) Yes, you hear me speaking. I am delivering enjoyable music for your ears.


Move your rears to this Ghetto booty shaking Taking it all and yo raking the dough in ho And me and my boys in 22 you just don't know we be pimping in the clubs
Start dancing energetically to this music that encourages shaking your buttocks. We are taking everything and earning a lot of money. Me and my friends in Catch 22, you don't understand our lifestyle where we dominate the club scene.


With my man Jeff singing reggae dub with Perm, TM, Ian, and KG, Kirk E. Fresh, me I'm Mingus and our boy J-E.
Jeff is singing reggae dub along with Perm, TM, Ian, KG, Kirk E. Fresh, and me, Mingus, and our boy J-E.


Merch guys and roadies around the world this is your time so grab your girl It's time to show you what we do We're not your little tools
To all the merchandise vendors and roadies around the world, this is your moment, so bring your partner. It's time to demonstrate and impress you with our skills. We are not your insignificant assistants.


TDE is down for me as I kick it old school.
TDE (possibly a reference to another group) supports and stands by me as I perform in a traditional style.


East coast Jersey represent don't fuck with me cuz you can't repent
Representing the East Coast and New Jersey, don't mess with me because you won't be able to apologize or make amends.


What you say will come back to you If you doubt me just test my crew
Whatever you say will have consequences. If you have doubts about me, just challenge my entire group.


Don't break my trust cuz I'm no fool and you starting rumors doesn't make you cool
Don't betray my trust because I am not gullible, and spreading rumors about us doesn't make you popular or admirable.


Just a punk ass bitch with too much time and until you talked shit everything was fine But now it's too late what's said is said, You're getting fucked up this is the end. Biotch.
You are just an insignificant and disrespectful person who has too much free time. Before you started talking badly, everything was fine. But now it's too late, what has been said cannot be unsaid. You are about to face severe consequences. This is the end. Bitch.


Eight different members, eight different names, Eight different mouths speaking eight different ways All common goals remain, Still pigeon-hole status quo sucks cuz we haven't changed.
There are actually eight members with unique names. Each person has their own distinct way of expressing themselves. However, we all share the same objectives. But being restricted to societal norms and expectations is frustrating because we haven't altered ourselves.




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InhaledChicken

This was actually the song that got me into the ska genre. Almost 5 years ago I first heard it!

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