U Can't Touch This
90s Unforgettable Hits Lyrics


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U can't touch this
U can't touch this
U can't touch this (oh-oh oh oh, oh-oh-oh)
U can't touch this (oh-oh oh oh, oh-oh-oh)

My-my-my-my music hits me so hard
Makes me say oh my lord
Thank you for blessing me
With a mind to rhyme and two hypedfeet
That's good when you know you're down
A superbowl homeboy from the oaktown
And I'm known as such
And this is a beat, uh, u can't touch

I told you homeboy
U can't touch this
Yeah that's how we're livin' and you know
U can't touch this
Look in my eyes man
U can't touch this
U can't touch this

Fresh new kicks and pants
You got it like that and you know you wanna dance
So move out of your seat
And get a fly girl and catch this beat
While it's rollin' hold on pump a little bit
And let me know it's going on like that, like that
Cold on a mission so pull on back
Let 'em know that you're too much
And this is a beat, uh, u can't touch

Yo I told you
U can't touch this
Why you standing there man
U can't touch this
Yo sound the bells school is in sucker
U can't touch this

Give me a song, or rhythm
Make 'em sweat, that's what I'm giving 'em
Now, they know you talking about the hammer
You talking about a show that's hype, and tight
Singers are sweating so pass them a wipe
Or a tape, to learn
What's it gonna take in the 90's to burn the charts?
Legit
Either work hard or you might as well quit

That's word because you know
U can't touch this (oh-oh oh oh-oh-oh)
U can't touch this (oh-oh oh oh-oh-oh)
Break it down
(Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh oh-oh)
Stop... Hammer time!

Go with the flow in a spin
If you can't move to this
Then you probably are dead
So wave your hands in the air
Bust throught the moves
Run your fingers through your hair
This is it for a winner
Dance to this and you're gonna get thinner
Move slide your rump
Just for a minute let's all do the bump
Bump bump bump yeah

U can't touch this
Look man
U can't touch this
You'll probably get hyped boy
'Cause you know you can't
U can't touch this
Ring the bell school's back in

Break it down
(Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)
Stop... Hammer time!

(Oh-oh oh oh oh-oh-oh)
(Oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh oh-oh)
(Oh-oh oh oh oh-oh-oh) u can't touch this
(Oh-oh oh oh oh-oh-oh) break it down
(Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)
Stop hammer time!

Every time you see me
That hammer's just so hype
I'm dope on the floor and I'm magic on the mic
Now why would I ever stop doing this
With others makin' records that just don't hit
I toured around the world from london to the bay
It's hammer
Go hammer
Mc hammer
Yo hammer
And the rest can go and play

U can't touch this (oh-oh oh oh oh-oh-oh)
U can't touch this (oh-oh oh-oh-oh)
Yeah u can't touch this
I told you u can't touch this (oh-oh oh-oh-oh)
Too hype can't touch this




Get me outta here u can't touch this
(Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of U Can't Touch This by MC Hammer seem to be a self-aggrandizing assertion of Hammer's supremacy in the music industry. The first stanza focuses on expressing gratitude for his talents, which he sees as blessings. The following stanzas assert his dominance and dismiss any competition, claiming that he is on a level that cannot be reached or matched. He encourages his listeners to dance and move to the beat while also reminding them that he is the one in charge of the rhythm. The chorus is repeated multiple times to reinforce his authority, and the lyrics are punctuated by the iconic hammer time phrase. Overall, the song seems to be a declaration of Hammer's fame and skill, with a heavy emphasis on his superiority.


Line by Line Meaning

U can't touch this
No one can match the hype and success of this song.


My-my-my-my music hits me so hard
The beats in this music are so strong and unique that they drive me wild.


Makes me say oh my lord
This music is so good that I can only express my awe with these words.


Thank you for blessing me
I am grateful to have the gift of music in my life.


With a mind to rhyme and two hype feet
I have the natural talent to create catchy rhythms and dance moves that get everyone moving.


That's good when you know you're down
When things get tough, having good music to listen to can help lift my spirits.


A superbowl homeboy from the oaktown
I am a successful rapper from Oakland who has achieved great fame and recognition.


And I'm known as such
My reputation precedes me, as I am widely recognized as a talented rapper and performer.


And this is a beat, uh, u can't touch
This music is so good that no one can replicate or surpass it.


Yeah that's how we're livin' and you know
This is how we live and there's no changing that.


Look in my eyes man
The confidence and strength of my artistic expression is clearly visible in my eyes.


Fresh new kicks and pants
I have the latest and coolest fashion styles to match my musical popularity.


You got it like that and you know you wanna dance
This music is so great that you can't help but move and dance to it.


So move out of your seat
Get up and dance to this amazing tune.


And get a fly girl and catch this beat
Find a beautiful girl and dance together to this awesome rhythm.


While it's rollin' hold on pump a little bit
Don't let this music pass by, put some energy into dancing to it.


And let me know it's going on like that, like that
Let me know you feel the music and are enjoying it just like I am.


Cold on a mission so pull on back
I'm on a mission to make great music, so step back and let me do my thing.


Let 'em know that you're too much
Show everyone that you are the best and can handle this music without any trouble.


Yo sound the bells school is in sucker
This music is so great that it's like being in school and learning from the best.


Give me a song, or rhythm
Provide me with a beat or tune that I can turn into a hit song.


Make 'em sweat, that's what I'm giving 'em
My music is so energetic and exciting that it makes people dance and sweat from the excitement.


Now, they know you talking about the hammer
I am referring to myself as the hammer, which represents my power and skill as an artist.


You talking about a show that's hype, and tight
This music embodies the energy and excitement of a great live performance.


Singers are sweating so pass them a wipe
The performers on stage are sweating from the intensity of the music and need a towel to wipe off the sweat.


Or a tape, to learn
People can learn from the music by listening to the tape and hearing the great rhythm and lyrics.


What's it gonna take in the 90's to burn the charts?
What will it take to create a music hit that will rise to the top of the charts in the 90s?


Legit
I know what I'm talking about and what it takes to make great music.


Either work hard or you might as well quit
If you're not willing to put in the effort to make great music, then you should give up now.


Go with the flow in a spin
Allow yourself to get lost in the music and let it move you however it wants to.


If you can't move to this
If you can't dance to this music, then you're not really enjoying it at all.


Then you probably are dead
If you can't get into this amazing music, then you may as well be dead since you're missing out on so much.


So wave your hands in the air
Celebrate this great music by waving your hands up in the air and enjoying every moment of it.


Bust throught the moves
Get up and dance, don't hold back or be afraid to express yourself.


Run your fingers through your hair
Feel the rhythm of the music and let it flow through you like the wind blowing through your hair.


This is it for a winner
This music is what separates the winners from the losers, and I know I'm a winner with this song.


Dance to this and you're gonna get thinner
The energy and intensity of this music will help you burn calories and lose weight while you dance to it.


Move slide your rump
Shake your hips and move your butt to the rhythm of the music.


Just for a minute let's all do the bump
Let's all come together and dance to the beat of the music, just for a brief moment in time.


Every time you see me
Whenever you see me, you know I'm going to deliver a great performance.


That hammer's just so hype
The hype and excitement surrounding me and my music is just too much for most people to handle.


I'm dope on the floor and I'm magic on the mic
I have incredible skills as a dancer and performer, and my rapping skills are even more magical and impressive.


Now why would I ever stop doing this
There's no reason for me to stop making great music and performing for my fans.


With others makin' records that just don't hit
Other artists may try to make music hits, but they just can't measure up to the level of greatness that I achieve with my music and lyrics.


I toured around the world from london to the bay
I have traveled all over the world to perform my music, from London to the Bay Area in California.


And the rest can go and play
Other people can do whatever they want, but they will never be able to match my skills and success as an artist.


Too hype can't touch this
The energy and excitement of this music is just too much for most people to handle.


Get me outta here u can't touch this
This music is so good that I just want to dance and never leave this amazing moment of energy and excitement behind.


Stop hammer time!
This music is so great that it deserves a moment to pause and appreciate its awesomeness.




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chitki

millie got notes though

SARAI_bearycloud

hi.

Im a random girl

Yeah i diddent think that was that bad

Ziczag

Notes? Isn’t that what all girls sound like when they scream?

DARYL ESPINO

Stop lying

Zonk

oh god it was awful. it sounded like a genuine screech when you are scared by something. Millie has a fairly nice voice when she actually tries, though.

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Sally perrie

I love that Mariah Carey has a sense of humor and can laugh at herself

Ain't Got A Typical Thing..

She makes fun out of herself all the time.

•Evie•

Millie can sing thoooo-

kkm

she sings annoying

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