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[Rampage]
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
Rockin' shell-toed Addidas with rags for my waves
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*

Overall Meaning

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

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@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.

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@robertrappold3713

I’m 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

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