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Make Your Move
Hieroglyphics Lyrics


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(feat. Goapele)

[Cas]
I got a feeling a nigga could make a killing
If he packed up his bags and moved to New Zealand
New Guinea, New York, you need something new
Besides them fucking Newports prepared to be dead
The street said, "your shit's soft like wheat bread
On your own block you make shit they won't knock"
I'm a worldwide hustler, whores be at us
Cuz of O.G. status fans throw weed at us
And I spread love just the same
Let this Buddah bless ya brain, Sexy thang
Yeah, it's time to take this act on the road
Come back and get back on the…

[Chorus by Goapele]
You know I don't doubt you, I'll be there for you (I'll be there for you)
I'll be right beside you - just make your move (move)
You know I don't doubt you, I'll be there for you (just make your move)
I'll be right beside you - just make your move (move)

[Pep Love]
I'm leeee-e-eeaving; don't nobody worry
I'll be doing my damn thing quick-fast in a hurry
Dreamweaving
Keeping me and my team even
Shifting time zones, trying to see the seven seas and
Everything in between
We heavy and we heavenly so we love whatever we sing
From the banks of the Mississippi
To the shores of Tripoli we do more tours and wage wars, I'm
Swimming in women and living without limit
My penmanship got me on a trip spinning around the world
Bullshit aside, we're on a worldwide ride, right? (right... right... right)

[Chorus]

[Cas]
Damn baby, don't cry like that
I gotta get this money, ma, I'll be back
And he turned and walked into the world
Young man facing the land, chasing his dreams
Motivated by a picture of his daughters he embraced in his hand
Thinking what it might take him to win
And a 9 to 5 ain't supplyin' what he trying to drive
Locked up and got signed to Jive
For the deal got a quarter mil', shot back to the house on the hill
And blow some dough to show it's real
Flossed his wheels and lost his deal
But it's just a setback, ya boy got get back
Kept that ball rolling, God bless his Gs
Invest some cheese, and now they all rolling
Just doing what a man would do
Handle your business, or it'll handle you

[Pep Love]
I got a a vision of international pimping
I'm into natural women when I'm out traveling with my compadres
From Oakland to Auckland, we always walk and talk like we got game
I've traveled the canals of Venice
And aroused crowds in Sao Paulo with a single sentence
I penetrate the language barriers with positive vibes
And bridge gaps with raps, keeping my spirit alive and I've
Thrived, as I roam through zones
Collecting my paper with these poems and songs
Getting the girl, grabbing the money and running
Starting up companies and keeping the product coming
Hieroglyphics' adventures all around the globe
Mental enrichment, and we gotta get the dough!

[Goapele]
So go on and go where you wanna go
See what you wanna see
Be who you wanna be
You say, "Just trust me", and I do
You know it's just a phone call away
The chance ain't everyday
When folks get to do what they wanna do
And you got a winning hand to play

[Chorus by Goapele]
You know I don't doubt you, I'll be there for you (I'll be there for you)
I'll be right beside you - just make your move (move)
You know I don't doubt you, I'll be there for you (I'll be there for you)
I'll be right beside you - just make your move (move)

You know I don't doubt you, I'll be there for you (just make your move)
I'll be right beside you - just make your move (move)
You know I don't doubt you, I'll be there for you (I'll be there for you)
I'll be right beside you - just make your move (move)

Overall Meaning

The song "Make Your Move" by Hieroglyphics featuring Goapele is a motivational track that emphasizes the importance of taking chances and pursuing one's dreams. The first verse by Cas asserts that in order to be successful, one should be willing to leave their comfort zone and explore new horizons. He also emphasizes the need to be creative and innovative in order to stand out from the crowd. Pep Love continues this theme in his verse, speaking about his experiences traveling the world as a musician and entrepreneur. He encourages listeners to pursue their passions and think outside the box, rather than settling for a monotonous 9 to 5 job. The chorus, sung by Goapele, repeatedly assures the listener that she will be there to support them as long as they take a chance and make their move towards their goals.


Overall, the song is a call to action for anyone who has been hesitant to take risks and make changes in their life. It is an affirmation that with hard work and determination, anything is possible if one is willing to take a chance.


Line by Line Meaning

I got a feeling a nigga could make a killing
I have a strong inclination that a person could make a lot of money


If he packed up his bags and moved to New Zealand
If he were to leave his current location and move to New Zealand


New Guinea, New York, you need something new
Whether it's New Guinea or New York, you need a change of pace


Besides them fucking Newports prepared to be dead
Other than smoking Newports, which will eventually lead to death


The street said, "your shit's soft like wheat bread
People in the streets said that his music was weak


On your own block you make shit they won't knock"
Even in his own neighborhood, he makes music that people don't like


I'm a worldwide hustler, whores be at us
I am a hustler who operates all over the world and attracts women


Cuz of O.G. status fans throw weed at us
Due to our veteran status in the industry, fans throw marijuana at us


And I spread love just the same
I spread love to everyone regardless of their background


Let this Buddah bless ya brain, Sexy thang
May this Buddha bless your mind, beautiful person


Yeah, it's time to take this act on the road
It's time to bring our show on tour


Come back and get back on the…
After touring, come back home and continue working


I'm leeee-e-eeaving; don't nobody worry
I am leaving, but nobody needs to worry about me


I'll be doing my damn thing quick-fast in a hurry
I will be doing what I need to do quickly and efficiently


Dreamweaving
Creating a vision and working towards making it a reality


Keeping me and my team even
Ensuring that both myself and my team are on the same level


Shifting time zones, trying to see the seven seas and
Traveling between different time zones and attempting to visit every part of the world


Everything in between
Every place in between the various locations being visited


We heavy and we heavenly so we love whatever we sing
Our music is both powerful and enjoyable, and we love creating it


From the banks of the Mississippi
From the region surrounding the Mississippi River


To the shores of Tripoli we do more tours and wage wars, I'm
From the United States to Libya, we perform a lot of shows and continue to work hard


Swimming in women and living without limit
Having many romantic partners and living life to the fullest


My penmanship got me on a trip spinning around the world
My writing skills have allowed me to travel and perform all over the world


Bullshit aside, we're on a worldwide ride, right? (right... right... right)
Ignore all the unnecessary talk; we are on a global journey, correct?


Damn baby, don't cry like that
Don't cry like that, my love


I gotta get this money, ma, I'll be back
I need to earn some money, but I'll return soon


And he turned and walked into the world
He left and began exploring the world


Young man facing the land, chasing his dreams
A young man who is determined to achieve his dreams


Motivated by a picture of his daughters he embraced in his hand
Motivated by a photo of his daughters that he held in his hand


Thinking what it might take him to win
Contemplating what he needs to do to succeed


And a 9 to 5 ain't supplyin' what he trying to drive
Working a regular 9-to-5 job isn't enough to achieve his goals


Locked up and got signed to Jive
Got signed to a record label called Jive after being in prison


For the deal got a quarter mil', shot back to the house on the hill
Received a $250,000 advance from the label and went back to his mansion


And blow some dough to show it's real
Spent some money to prove that his success is legitimate


Flossed his wheels and lost his deal
Bought an expensive car and ended up losing his record deal


But it's just a setback, ya boy got get back
It's just a temporary obstacle, and he will bounce back soon


Kept that ball rolling, God bless his Gs
Kept his momentum going, and may God continue to bless his friends


Invest some cheese, and now they all rolling
Invested some money, and now all his friends are doing well


I'm into natural women when I'm out traveling with my compadres
When traveling with my friends, I am attracted to women who are natural


From Oakland to Auckland, we always walk and talk like we got game
Whether we're in Oakland or Auckland, we always carry ourselves with confidence and charisma


I've traveled the canals of Venice
I have visited Venice and traveled its famous canals


And aroused crowds in Sao Paulo with a single sentence
I was able to excite and energize an audience in Sao Paulo with just one sentence


I penetrate the language barriers with positive vibes
I overcome language barriers by spreading positivity


And bridge gaps with raps, keeping my spirit alive and I've
I connect people through my music and keep myself inspired and motivated


Thrived, as I roam through zones
Thrived as I travel through places


Collecting my paper with these poems and songs
Earning money through my poetry and music


Getting the girl, grabbing the money and running
Fetching a romantic partner, earning money, and quickly moving on


Starting up companies and keeping the product coming
Creating new businesses and consistently delivering quality products


Hieroglyphics' adventures all around the globe
The adventures of Hieroglyphics taking place all over the world


Mental enrichment, and we gotta get the dough!
Enriching ourselves mentally, but also staying focused on making money


So go on and go where you wanna go
Go wherever you want to go


See what you wanna see
Experience whatever you want to experience


Be who you wanna be
Become whoever you want to become


You say, "Just trust me", and I do
When you say, "Just trust me", I trust you


You know it's just a phone call away
I am always available with just one phone call


The chance ain't everyday
Opportunities like this don't come around every day


When folks get to do what they wanna do
When people are able to do whatever they want to do


And you got a winning hand to play
And you have a great opportunity in front of you




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