Boston’s Bad Rabbits is a unique mix of power and Soul with the definite pr… Read Full Bio ↴Boston’s Bad Rabbits is a unique mix of power and Soul with the definite propensity to explode on stage. They are the surprising combination of New Jack Swing and late 80s/early 90s dance with a hard, hybrid edge—the combined swagger of Prince with the intensity of Bad Brains.

The innovative genre is called New Crack Swing, a lively twist on an era they were genuinely influenced by, and perhaps only Dua Boakye has the vocals and presence to pull it off. He has that raw Soul that goes back to Sly and the Family Stone, a rare and unstoppable talent; uncanny, as well, when matched with his ability to sing as hard as any rocker today.

The best representation of their sound can be heard on the track, “Stick Up Kids,” which exhibits the vocals reminiscent of the Bobby Brown “My Prerogative” movement, a synth that conjures Morris Day and the Time, and a distinctive hard edge that any fan of high-energy, in-your-face music can enjoy.

As hip hop icon, Slick Rick’s current backup band, the group has developed a taste for extensive touring, and because of their years together in The Eclectic Collective, it’s no surprise they already have a large fan base. Any loyal fan of either group followed Bad Rabbits and appreciated their growth, from their first promos to their unveiling at a Brooklyn venue, as demonstrated by the large crowd that already knew all the words from only Myspace and no official release.

There is an early, undeniable excitement about the band, part fueled by Travis Mccoy (Gym Class Heroes) giving a shout out to Bad Rabbits before thousands at Warped Tour, part because of their Karmaloop.com clothing sponsor, whose founder, Greg Selkoe, recently told Complex Magazine that Bad Rabbits will be the next big thing out of Boston.

Take It Off
Bad Rabbits Lyrics

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Take it off, lady, take it off,
Turn around, baby, trying to get you off,
If we get caught, baby, don’t talk
Just take it off, baby, take it off.
All ladies take it off, take it off,
Take it off, take it off,
Take it off, take it off,
Take it off, take it off.

Show you nigger two fly pretty brown eyes,
And that soft skin, how you look like.
See, I’m trying to get it in, into at the party,
So guess I’m trying to holla at you.

(Pre-)
No, I’m not a baller, but I’ll make a way between your legs,
Turn on at your skin, wish I would get again and again.
Again and again, that’s right,
Tonight, tonight, I’ll get you all.

Take it off, lady, take it off,
Turn around, baby, trying to get you off,
If we get caught, baby, don’t talk
Just take it off, baby, take it off.
All ladies take it off, take it off,
Take it off, take it off,
Take it off, take it off,
Take it off, take it off.

Baby, don’t act like you don’t want it,
Dance around, booty poppin in scarlet,
You feel bad, bet you know I’m horny
If we can, fuck you till the morning, baby.

(Pre-)
No, I’m not a baller, but I’ll make a way between your legs,
Turn on at your skin, wish I would get again and again.
Again and again, that’s right,
Tonight, tonight, I’ll get you all.

I wanna take it off, I want you to turn around and get me on,
And don’t stop, tonight’s the night I’ll get you all.

Take it off, lady, take it off,
Turn around, baby, trying to get you off,
If we get caught, baby, don’t talk
Just take it off, baby, take it off.
All ladies take it off, take it off,
Take it off, take it off,
Take it off, take it off,
Take it off, take it off.

I know you’re gonna need some satisfaction
I can guarantee a full reaction
Baby, take off your clothes, throw ‘em down on the floor,
Hold your breath, cause tonight’s the night I get you all.

Take it off, lady, take it off,
Turn around, baby, trying to get you off,
If we get caught, baby, don’t talk
Just take it off, baby, take it off.
All ladies take it off, take it off,
Take it off, take it off,

Take it off, take it off,
Take it off, take it off.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Bad Rabbits' song "Take it Off" describe a sexual encounter between the singer and a woman at a party. He urges her to take off her clothes, promising to make it worth her while. The chorus repeats the command to "take it off," implying that the singer is focused solely on physical pleasure.

The lyrics are explicit and objectify women, reducing them to sexual objects to be pursued and conquered. However, it is important to note that this is not necessarily an endorsement of this kind of behavior, but rather a commentary on the casual hook-up culture that prevails in modern society. The song can be seen as a critique of this culture, highlighting the emptiness and superficiality of sexual encounters that lack emotional depth or connection.

In summary, "Take it Off" is a song about a fleeting, physical encounter between two people, with little regard for emotion or consequences. The repetitive and insistent nature of the chorus reinforces the idea that the singer is only interested in the physical aspect of the encounter.

Line by Line Meaning

Take it off, lady, take it off,
The singer is encouraging the woman to remove her clothing

Turn around, baby, trying to get you off,
The singer is attempting to sexually arouse the woman by looking at her body

If we get caught, baby, don’t talk
The singer is suggesting doing something that may be considered taboo or illicit, and does not want the woman to reveal what happened if they are caught

All ladies take it off, take it off,
The artist is addressing all women and encouraging them to remove their clothing

Show you nigger two fly pretty brown eyes,
The artist is complimenting the woman on her beautiful brown eyes

And that soft skin, how you look like.
The singer is admiring the woman's soft skin and physical appearance

See, I’m trying to get it in, into at the party,
The singer is trying to have sex with the woman at the party

So guess I’m trying to holla at you.
The artist is trying to initiate contact with the woman

(Pre-)
Introduction to pre-chorus

No, I’m not a baller, but I’ll make a way between your legs,
The artist is suggesting that he is not wealthy, but is still able to sexually satisfy the woman

Turn on at your skin, wish I would get again and again.
The singer is excited by the woman's physical appearance and wishes to have sex with her multiple times

Again and again, that’s right,
The artist is emphasizing his desire to have sex with the woman multiple times

Tonight, tonight, I’ll get you all.
The singer is confident that he will have sex with the woman that night

Baby, don’t act like you don’t want it,
The singer is suggesting that the woman desires him

Dance around, booty poppin in scarlet,
The singer is admiring the woman's dancing and physical appearance

You feel bad, bet you know I’m horny
The artist is suggesting that the woman is aware of his sexual desires

If we can, fuck you till the morning, baby.
The artist is suggesting having sex all night with the woman, if possible

I wanna take it off, I want you to turn around and get me on,
The singer is expressing his desire to have sex with the woman

And don’t stop, tonight’s the night I’ll get you all.
The singer is confident that he will have sex with the woman that night and wants to continue until he has satisfied all of his desires

I know you’re gonna need some satisfaction
The artist is suggesting that the woman desires sexual satisfaction

I can guarantee a full reaction
The artist is confident that he can provide sexual satisfaction

Baby, take off your clothes, throw ‘em down on the floor,
The artist is instructing the woman to remove her clothing

Hold your breath, cause tonight’s the night I get you all.
The singer is confident that he will satisfy all of the woman's sexual desires that night

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