Lyrics To Go
A Tribe Called Quest Lyrics

Lyrics to go (lyrics to go) uh
Starting the song by acknowledging the lyrical focus of the song early on

Goin' on and on to the rhythmic variation
Highlighting the continuous nature of the beat and rhythm

Wakin' in the morning I still represent the nation
Even in the early morning hours, the artist is dedicated to and representing their country

When I speak of nation please don't make the deviation
As the artist focuses on their country, they urge listeners not to lose sight of that focus

Rebels of the party who create the drum sensation
The artists see themselves as disruptors of the norm in parties, creating unique and engaging drumming rhythm

Mind is a pit of different information
The artist's mind holds a wealth of information

Microphone is on so of course communication
With the microphone on, communication with the audience is natural and effortless

Bogle at the party then you got the bogle-ation
Dancing and moving to the rhythm of the music creates a lively, enjoyable experience for all involved

Decaptatin' foes yo as if my name was Jason (come on)
The artist is metaphorically defeating their opposition in a brutal manner, likening themselves to the fictional horror villain, Jason

Makin all the fellas at the party lose composure
The artist's music has the power to make all male attendees in a party lose their composure and become fully immersed in the rhythm

Hook up the beat with the mic and it's over (original, uh)
When the artist combines the music and the microphone, the results are truly original and captivating

A Tribe Called Quest we on the run for whatever
The artist and their group are always moving forward, seeking new challenges and staying on the move

Trials and tribulations that we have to endeavor
The artist and their group must face and overcome a wide range of obstacles in their journey

Brothers know my steelo it's a letter to the better
The artist's reputation and style are well-known within their community, always striving to be the best

If you see a shorty that you like, then you sweat her
If the artist sees an attractive person, they will pursue them with effort and intensity

Silly with the microphone, in other words I'm loco
The artist may come off as playful or foolish on the microphone, but this is simply part of their style

Six foot zero with my height, complexion cocoa
The artist is six feet tall with a cocoa complexion

Representin' on the mic it seems to be my daily
The artist frequently represents themselves and their people on the microphone

But when it comes to days like this I got lyrics to go
During special moments, the artist has even more material and energy to perform with

It's like that y'all
A short phrase used to maintain rhythm and hype

I know it's been two years but see the Tribe was never fallin'
Despite a two-year gap since their last release, the artist and their group are still going strong and not losing their innovative edge

Would have tried for singin' but that stuff was not my callin'
The artist feels they were not cut out for singing and chose to focus exclusively on rapping

The mic is in effect so you know I'm never stallin'
With the microphone in hand, the artist will never waste time or lose momentum in their performance

Walkin' through the door and all them suckers started haulin'
As soon as the artist enters a space, people take notice and may either be drawn or scared away by their presence

Talk a lot of trash, but no one can seem to beat it
Other rappers may talk big, but no one can match the artist's skills

Pull out your microphone and watch the Phifer make you eat it
When the artist takes the microphone, others will be forced to acknowledge their talent and skill

The MC's they get jelly when the girly's on my belly
Other rappers become jealous when a woman is physically close or attracted to the artist

Kick a slow dance like my brother R. Kelly (bust a rhyme)
The artist references a slow dance routine, while also hyping themselves up for their verse

Today's a hip-hop draft will I be top-seeded? (Uhh)
The artist questions whether they would be chosen as the best in a hip-hop draft

Worked too frickin' hard while all the rest were gettin' weeded
The artist put in a lot of effort while others were simply getting high on weed

Steady kickin' styles so I can reach that other level (uh)
The artist consistently works on refining their style to reach higher levels of skill

Don't worry about gettin gassed I push the pedal to the metal
The artist is unconcerned with burning out from performing too much, and instead will keep going hard

Always wanted this 'cause it surely beats a scramble (right)
The artist is proud to have become a rapper and achieved success, as it is preferable to a disorganized or chaotic life

I'm Jordan with the mic, huh, wanna gamble?
The artist likens themselves to the basketball star Michael Jordan in their skill and dominance in their respective field

This I dedicate to all the hunnies that be bogle-in
The artist dedicates this song to all the women who are partying and dancing

'Cause at the end of the night y'know Malik will have his Trojans
The artist implies that he will have sexual intercourse with women he meets at parties, and promotes safe sex by referencing the use of condoms

Please proceed with caution cause the lyricist is fatal
The artist warns listeners to be careful, as their lyrics are powerful and potentially dangerous

I can kick your little monkey ass like Kato (yes dread, uh)
The artist is confident that they can defeat any challengers in a fight, likening themselves to the martial arts expert Kato from the Green Hornet

Formulate your rhymes like a child forms Play-Doh (right)
The artist recommends that other rappers develop their skills and style with creativity and flexibility, like a child playing with Play-Doh

Calm and serene like the study was Tao
The artist is relaxed and peaceful like a student of Taoism

Poetry machine with correct mechanisms
The artist has the skills and mechanisms to create successful and artistic poetry

Immune to disease I defeat organisms
The artist feels that they are invincible and can defeat any challengers, likening them to disease-causing organisms

That are waitin' in my path, I overstep the critters
The artist overcomes any obstacles or challenges that may be in their path

Give your ass the willies and your moms'll get the jitters
The artist's language and performance will cause fear or discomfort in others, including their mothers

Quitters turn to losers, losers are forgotten
The artist encourages listeners to never give up or quit, as only losers are forgotten

Tangling my cord with hopes that I'll stop rockin'
Others may try to distract or hinder the artist's success, but they will not stop them from performing and thriving

Never will that happen only if it is permitted (uh)
The artist will only stop performing if they choose to

Wait, I think somebody shitted (come on)
The artist makes a humorous comment about someone having defecated, interrupting the serious tone of the song

It goes, uh
A transition to the end of the song, using the phrase as a continuation of the rhythm and beat