Ready or Not
Afrodite & The Fugees Lyrics

Ready or not, here I come, you can't hide
I am prepared, whether you are ready for it or not, I will find you and you cannot hide from me.

Gonna find you and take it slowly
Once I locate you, I will approach the situation cautiously and steadily.

Now that I escape, sleepwalker awake (yeah)
Now that I have freed myself from a difficult situation, I am fully awake and aware of my surroundings.

Those who could relate know the world ain't cake
People who can understand the struggle know that life is not easy.

Jail bars ain't golden gates
Being in prison is not a glamorous or desirable place to be.

Those who fake, they break
People who pretend or deceive others eventually suffer consequences.

When they meet their four-hundred pound mate
When they encounter a strong and formidable opponent, they will be overpowered.

If I could rule the world (if I ruled the world)
If I had the power to govern the entire world,

Everyone would have a gun in the ghetto of course
I would ensure that everyone in disadvantaged neighborhoods had a means to protect themselves, as it is necessary for survival.

When giddyuping on their horse (giddyup)
As they ride confidently on their horses, displaying strength and dominance.

I kick a rhyme drinking moonshine
I deliver a carefully crafted rap verse while enjoying the strong alcoholic beverage, moonshine.

I pour a sip on the concrete, for the deceased
I pour a small amount of moonshine onto the ground as a tribute to those who have passed away.

But no don't weep, Wyclef's in a state of sleep
But don't shed tears, Wyclef is currently in a deep sleep or inactive state.

Thinking 'bout the robbery that I did last week
Reflecting on the theft I carried out recently.

Money in the bag, banker looked like a drag
I successfully stole money and the bank employee had a disheveled or unattractive appearance.

I wanna play with pelicans from here to Baghdad
I desire to engage in fun and playful activities both locally and in faraway places like Baghdad.

Gun blast, think fast, I think I'm hit
The sound of a gunshot, making me quickly react and believe that I have been wounded.

My girl pinched my hips to see if I still exist
To confirm my presence and reality, my partner playfully pinched my waist.

I think not, I'll send a letter to my friends
I disagree, instead I will communicate my thoughts and experiences by writing a letter to my acquaintances.

A Born Again hooligan only to be king again
A reformed troublemaker who aims to regain power and authority.

Yo, I play my enemies like a game of chess, where I rest
I strategize and manipulate my adversaries similar to playing a game of chess, especially when I am in a relaxed state.

No stress, if you don't smoke sess, lest
No worries, unless you indulge in marijuana, then there may be an issue.

I must confess, my destiny's manifest
I must admit, my future path and purpose are already determined.

In some Goretex and sweats I make treks like I'm homeless
Wearing waterproof Goretex clothing and comfortable sweatpants, I embark on long journeys as if I have no permanent residence.

Rap orgies with Porgy and Bess
Engaging in energetic and expressive rap performances together with individuals reminiscent of the characters from the opera 'Porgy and Bess'.

Capture your bounty like Elliot Ness, yes
Gaining possession of your valuable assets, similar to how Elliot Ness, a famous detective, captured criminals and their illegal gains.

Bless you if you represent the Fu
I send my blessings and express admiration to those who are affiliated with the Fugees.

But I'll hex you with some witch's brew
However, I possess the ability to cast a powerful spell on you using a mystical concoction.

If you're doo-doo, voodoo
If you are of low quality or inferior, then you are susceptible to my voodoo magic and its consequences.

I can do what you do, easy, believe me
I am capable of performing the same actions as you, effortlessly. Trust me on this.

Fronting niggas give me hee-bee-gee-bees
Individuals who pretend or act in a false manner make me feel uneasy or uncomfortable.

So while you're imitating Al Capone, I'll be Nina Simone
While you are trying to mimic the notorious gangster Al Capone, I will embody the spirit of the talented musician and civil rights activist Nina Simone.

And defecating on your microphone
Metaphorically, I will outperform and overshadow your efforts on the mic, rendering them worthless.

You can't run away
You are unable to escape or avoid the consequences.

From these styles I got, oh baby, hey baby
You cannot elude or ignore the various unique talents and artistic expressions that I possess.

Cause I got a lot, oh yeah
Because I have an abundance of these skills and abilities, undoubtedly.

And anywhere you go (ooh)
No matter where you try to flee or hide,

My whole crew's gonna know baby, hey baby
My entire group of associates will be informed and aware of your actions.

You can't hide from the block, oh no
You cannot conceal your activities or avoid the scrutiny and attention from the community.

Ready or not, refugees taking over (ready or not)
Whether you are prepared or not, the refugees are seizing control and asserting their presence and influence.

The Buffalo Soldier, dreadlock Rasta
I represent the Buffalo Soldiers, a symbol of strength and resilience, as well as the Rastafarian culture with my dreadlocks.

On the twelfth hour, fly by in my bomber
At the critical moment, I swiftly pass by in my aircraft, which is designed for combat or bombing missions.

Crews run for cover, now they're under pushing up flowers
The opposing groups quickly seek refuge and are eventually buried in graves, symbolizing their defeat.

Superfly true lies, do or die (he's super fly)
Exaggerated tales of being extremely stylish and cool, as if in a movie, emphasizing the necessity to take decisive action at the risk of life and death.

Toss me high, only puff lye
Throw me in the air, the only thing I will inhale is marijuana.

With my crew from lakay
In the company of my close-knit group from my hometown.

I refugee from Guantanamo Bay
I am seeking refuge and escape from the detention camp in Guantanamo Bay, emphasizing my status as a displaced individual.

Dance around the border like I'm Cassius Clay (yessir, yo)
I move and navigate skillfully near the boundaries, evoking the agility and finesse of the legendary boxer Muhammad Ali (formerly known as Cassius Clay).

You know the
You are aware of the situation.

You know the
You are familiar with the circumstances.

Ooh, yo, hey yo nobody move
Expressions of excitement and alertness, instructing everyone to remain still and not make any sudden movements.

Whoa, yeah, c'mon
Expressions of surprise or enthusiasm, encouraging others to join in and participate.