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Yeah, Lieutenant what!
Yeah, motherfucka
It's Flipmode
Yeah yeah, spliff, check it out, uh
[Rampage]
Ramp, I've been ill since back in the days
Flipmode be the unit now I'm playin' for the Braves
I'm hardcore nigga that's straight from the gutter
I used to play scully plus, hot peas and butta
Now I'm the nigga that's runnin' in your baby motha
Burgundy Ac, you can call me Ramp Lova
And now I'm toppin' pokey with my Louisville slugger
[Baby Sham]
My Squad is sick niggas who pop shit get pistol whipped
Get your wig pushed back, I react and snap
Like Kodak, these cats get the picture
Put on level black suede Timbs and come and get ya
My target is your feature
we all sport hoods like grim reapers
We shine in the dark blink of an eye the last spark
Get closed up, first thug nigga hold up
21st side see me rounding it up
Chorus: Busta Rhymes
See when we come through we got nuf shit to flaunt
Got you feelin' it and your cousin even your aunt
violate, we coming like ghost we gonna haunt
Hit you with the heat is that what you really want?
What you really want is that what you really want?
We hit you with the heat is that what you really want?
What you really want is that what you really want?
we hit you with the heat is that what you really want?
[Spliff Star]
y'all niggas want to test my squad, I doubt it doubt it
All that murder talk, gun talk, you talk, I'm 'bout it 'bout it
Nigga feel my vibe niggas see my vision
P-why-P nigga play your position
I fuck up this game and make the ref' blow the whistle
My squad be the official, clique in this rap shit
Diss me on the record and watch, you get your ass kicked
Catch me on Church Ave, flickin blunt ashes
[Rah Digga]
Crazy, thinkin I can't rock buttas
won't take shit without no type floders
Hectic, Rah on the ill dialect shit
Deliveries harder then girls in obstectrics
Ready to stay on
Smoother then rayon
Takin' out niggas and all they liaisons
Mu'fuckas, black out season
Publishing resume steady increasing
Chorus
[Lord Have Mercy]
Shanghai, Shanghai
New sheriff in town
Rock America's crown and hang 'em high
Who bangin' a fist full?
Brandishing pistols
Pearl handles with the, family initials
Uh-uh, 24 karat gold variuos slow
Uh-uh, planet gets cold, get damaged for dough
Uh-uh!, Savages off balance and blow traveling slow
Uh-uh!, in effect mode, y'all niggas know it
[Busta Rhymes]
Sayonara, send my rivals, slam a guy,
Be damned if I
Had to tell one, tell a lie, get paralyzed
Stay payed, rock shit made in ultra suede
Switch blade yo wack act back to first grade
Even if y'all never seen us you know y'all need us
Suck my penis from here to muthafucking venus
Think back when you was amazed and had to sit back
Imagining me ending your world like Deep Impact
Blood clot, watch me come through and bust a gunshot
Yeah people, come inside of your dance and done that
Chorus 2x
[Busta Rhymes]
Fuckin' y'all up
Flipmode forever
Stays focused
Pay Attention
Pay Attention...*fades to phone interlude*
The song "Hit Em High" is a collaboration between B-Real, Coolio, Method Man, LL Cool J, Busta Rhymes, and Rampage as part of the soundtrack for the 1996 film, "Space Jam." The lyrics are focused on boasting and showcasing each artist's rap prowess.
In the first verse, Rampage talks about his street roots and how he has made it big as part of Flipmode Squad. He brags about having a burgundy Accura and playing baseball for the Braves. In the second verse, Baby Sham raps about his squad being tough and how he will pistol-whip anyone who talks bad about them. Spliff Star, on the other hand, boasts about his rap skills and how he will make the referee blow the whistle to show who is in charge. Rah Digga's verse focuses on how tough she is and how she takes out anyone who stands in her way. Finally, Lord Have Mercy brags about his wealth and how he is superior to everyone else, while Busta Rhymes closes the song with a reminder of his immense talent and his willingness to bust anyone who doubts him.
Overall, "Hit Em High" is a song about power and talent. Each artist wants to make it clear that they are the best in the game and they will not tolerate anyone questioning their skills. The song is high-energy and marks a moment when multiple hip-hop legends came together to make something special.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, Lieutenant what!
Addressing someone of a higher rank and asking for their attention
Yeah, motherfucka
Expressing confidence and assertiveness
It's Flipmode
Referring to the music group or gang
Ramp, I've been ill since back in the days
Ramp is skilled and experienced in the music industry since the past
Rockin' shell-toed Addidas with rags for my waves
Wearing stylish clothes and shoes in the past
Flipmode be the unit now I'm playin' for the Braves
Flipmode is the group he is a part of, now he is becoming popular and successful
I'm hardcore nigga that's straight from the gutter
He is from a deprived and difficult background and is authentic in his music style
I used to play scully plus, hot peas and butta
Recollecting childhood games he played
Now I'm the nigga that's runnin' in your baby motha
Now he is with successful women who have children
Burgundy Ac, you can call me Ramp Lova
His car is a burgundy Acura and he goes by Ramp Lova
And now I'm toppin' pokey with my Louisville slugger
He is now wealthy and able to afford luxuries like a baseball bat
My Squad is sick niggas who pop shit get pistol whipped
His group is strong and will take action against anyone who disrespects them
Get your wig pushed back, I react and snap
He is quick to react if someone wrongs him
Like Kodak, these cats get the picture
People are starting to understand their message and what they stand for
Put on level black suede Timbs and come and get ya
Wearing expensive designer shoes and coming to get their targets
My target is your feature
Aiming to take over their music career and make it his own
We all sport hoods like grim reapers
Wearing hoods like the grim reaper, indicating they are strong and will haunt their targets
We shine in the dark blink of an eye the last spark
They are more influential than people realize
Get closed up, first thug nigga hold up
Stopping anyone who tries to compete with them
21st side see me rounding it up
Referring to his hometown and taking control of it
See when we come through we got nuf shit to flaunt
They come with power and influence
Got you feelin' it and your cousin even your aunt
They reach a broad audience and people adore them
Violate, we coming like ghost we gonna haunt
They will retaliate if someone tries to disrespect them
Hit you with the heat is that what you really want?
They will come at their opponent with full power
What you really want is that what you really want?
Asking if their opponent is sure about their desires
Y'all niggas want to test my squad, I doubt it doubt it
No one wants to mess with them
All that murder talk, gun talk, you talk, I'm 'bout it 'bout it
He is unfazed by the violent talk and is ready for it
Nigga feel my vibe niggas see my vision
He is confident in his purpose and ability
P-why-P nigga play your position
Telling his opposition to stay in their place and not interfere
I fuck up this game and make the ref' blow the whistle
He is so good that officials will take notice and penalize his opponents
My squad be the official, clique in this rap shit
His group is the official representatives of the rap game
Diss me on the record and watch, you get your ass kicked
If someone tries to insult him in a song, they will not get away with it
Catch me on Church Ave, flickin blunt ashes
He can be found smoking marijuana in a specific area
Crazy, thinkin' I can't rock buttas
Expressing confidence in his ability to perform
Won't take shit without no type floders
Refusing to accept lesser quality shoes or clothing
Hectic, Rah on the ill dialect shit
Her style and language are strong and unique
Deliveries harder than girls in obstetrics
Her deliveries are strong and impactful
Ready to stay on
She is prepared and unyielding
Smoother than rayon
Her style and delivery are smooth and polished
Takin' out niggas and all their liaisons
Taking down anyone who is associated with her opposition
Mu'fuckas, black out season
A time when things get chaotic and violent
Publishing resume steady increasing
Her success in the music industry is building
Shanghai, Shanghai
Referring to the city, but also suggesting a takeover
New sheriff in town
He is the new authority to be recognized
Rock America's crown and hang 'em high
He has ultimate power and will use it to take down anyone who opposes him
Who bangin' a fist full?
Asking if anyone wants to fight him
Brandishing pistols
He is carrying and will use deadly weapons
Pearl handles with the family initials
The pistol has pearl handles and his family's initials on it
24 karat gold variuos slow
Referring to his expensive, high-quality jewelry
Planet gets cold, get damaged for dough
People will get hurt or killed for money
Savages off balance and blow traveling slow
He will cause chaos and destruction slowly, but with great impact
In effect mode, y'all niggas know it
He is operating at full capacity and everyone knows it
Sayonara, send my rivals, slam-A-yah!
Saying goodbye and dismissing anyone who opposes him
Be damned if I had to tell one, tell a lie
He would rather die than lie about anything
Get paralyzed, stay paid
He will make anyone who gets in his way suffer while he continues to profit
Rock shit made in ultra suede
Wearing high-quality clothing made from ultra suede
Switch blade, yo wack act back to first grade
He will put anyone who is weak or not up to par back in their place
Even if y'all never seen us, you know y'all need us
They are necessary and important, even if people may not have seen them perform
Suck my penis from here to muthafucking venus
An insult directed at his opposition, declaring how little he thinks of them
Think back when you was amazed and had to sit back
Reflecting on a time when people were stunned by their talent
Imagining me ending your world like Deep Impact
He has the power to end his opposition's career or influence like the movie Deep Impact
Blood clot, watch me come through and bust a gunshot
He will come through and shoot, causing harm to anyone in his way
Yeah people, come inside of your dance and done that
He has made an impact in the music industry and will continue to do so
Flipmode forever
Stating dedication to their music group or gang
Stays focused
Remaining committed and dedicated to their goals
Pay Attention
Telling people to be aware and take notice of their abilities and impact
Pay Attention...*fades to phone interlude*
The song ends, transitioning into a spoken conversation
Lyrics Β© Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JERRY PLUNK, DANA STINSON, TREVOR SMITH, ROGER MCNAIR, WAYNE NOTISE, WILLIAM A. LEWIS, RASHIA TASHAN FISHER, LEROY JONES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lukahj
Rip Coolio. This is one of the most underrated songs of all time, 5 banger verses by 5 legends in one song
@bloodmooncomix457
You got to give it to him, he had the most intimidating lyrics in the entire song!
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@charlesjonessr3684
@@bloodmooncomix457 No
@matthewrios6772
Facts!!
@hubertcumberdale2651
It was actually a big deal in 1996 ..... just because you haven't heard it in pop culture in a long time doesn't make it "underrated".
@seanray723
The boys doing thier thing like rock and rollers.
@robertrappold3713
Iβm a 41 year old white dude bouncing to this song in 2023. Definitely legendary.
@nxtKK26
27 and 2024 lmao
@japg-iq8gk
Same
@excitablepack7076
B-Real 0:15
Coolio 0:36
Method Man 1:16
LL Cool J 2:03
Busta Rhymes 3:09