Anthony Moses Davis (born August 22, 1973 in Kingston, Jamaica), better kno… Read Full Bio ↴Anthony Moses Davis (born August 22, 1973 in Kingston, Jamaica), better known by the stage name Beenie Man, is a well established reggae artist and DJ. He was involved in the music industry from a young age when he won the Tastee Talent contest in 1981. Only one year later, when he was eight years old, he recorded a single, "Too Fancy", with record producer "Junjo" Lawes. By 1983, Beenie Man was recording with heavyweight DJs, such as Dillinger and Fathead and released his debut album, The Invincible Beenie Man: The Ten Year Old DJ Wonder and the single "Over the Sea".

He was booed off stage at a show celebrating the visit of Nelson Mandela. In 1993 at the very popular show Sting he accused fellow deejay Bounty Killer that the elder artist had stolen his catchphrase, "people dead". This triggered a lyrical battle which continued on the air with each artist counteracting the other's songs. Finally, in 1995, Beenie Man and Bounty Killer settled their differences on the air by actually signing a peace treaty and the two recorded an album together, Guns Out. This was followed by a single, "No Mama No Cry", a rehash of the Bob Marley classic "No Woman No Cry", speaking out against violence and inspired by the murder of Pan Head, another popular Deejay.

Partially as a result of prodding from his producers, Sly and Robbie, Beenie Man soon converted to the Rastafari movement.

In 1994, he was signed by Island Records and released the critically acclaimed album Blessed.

In 1995, Beenie Man released a remix of Barrington Levy's "Under Mi Sensi" in the United Kingdom, and collaborated with Dennis Brown and Triston Palma to release Three Against War and Lt. Stitchie on Mad Cobra Meets Lt. Stitchie & Beenie Man. He took another step up the ladder in 1996, releasing the seminal Maestro, produced by Patrick Roberts and shot him to UK fame. During the period from the mid to late '90s, Beenie Man dominated the Jamaican charts to the extent that he perhaps had a good claim to the crown of "Dancehall King", a title only bestowed previously on Yellowman in the early 1980s.

In 1998, Beenie Man signed to Virgin Records to release albums in the United States. His first American offering was The Doctor (1998). In 2000, Beenie Man teamed up with Arturo Sandoval and Wyclef Jean (The Fugees) to release The Art & Life. During the late 1990s, Beenie Man began his conquest of America with the hits, "Romie", "Who Am I" and "Girls Dem Sugar", which featured American R&B singer, Mya.

In 2002, he had a sizeable hit with a duet with Janet Jackson called "Feel It Boy", but his biggest break in America came in early 2004 with the release of a remix of "Dude", featuring guest vocals by fellow Jamaican Ms. Thing, as well as rhymes by Shawnna.

Analyze This
Beenie Man Lyrics

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(Light the fire that needs the air)
(I won't burn unless your there)
Yea, I need you,I need you to hate
So I can use it for your energy
You know, its very sh_t, feel this!

America's got a thing for this gangsta's shit, they love me
Black Chuckies, black skullies, leather Pelle-Pelle

I take spit over raymo sh_t, I'ma fan
Got through the silver duck tape on my trait old handle
The women on my life bring confusion sh_t
SO like Nino when we new jack, I'll have to cancel that b_tch
Look at me, this is the life I chose
Niggaz around me so cold, man my heart dun froze up
Yo the empire on the low the narc's don't know I'm the weatherman
I take that coke leaf and make that snow
Sit back, watch it turn to dope, watch it go out the door
O after O, you know, homey I'm just triple beam, dreamin'
Niggaz be schemin', I'm fiend to live a good life
The fiends just fiendin'
Conceal my weapon nice and easy so you can't see
The penitentiary is definitely out the question for me

[Chorus]
I want the finer things that's in my life
So I hustle (hustle)
Nigga you get in my way when while I'm tryin to get mine
And I'll buck you (buck you)
I don't care who you run with, or where you from
Nigga fuck you (fuck you)
I want the finer things that's in my life
So I hustle (hustle)

Yea, I don't know sh_t about gymnastics I somersault bricks
Black thoughts start flyin, when a nigga flip
I cook crack in the microwave, niggaz can't f_ck with me
Man my cold days, they called me chef boyarfitty
Check my logic, smokers don't like seeds in their weed sh_t
Send me two seeds hot grown with they need
Them ain't cheap pet plants in the crib that's chronic
And I'm sellin' them 500 a pop god damn it
I sold everythin' I'ma hustler, I know how to grind
Step on grapes put in water and tell you its wine
If you analyze me, what you'll find is the DNA of a crook and
What goes in my mind, its contagious
Hypnotic, it sounds melodic
If the rap was the block or spider, I'll be potent product
Now get a load of me, flashy, far from low key
And you can locate me where ever that dope be, be gettin' money man

[Chorus]

Its a hustler's ambition, close your eyes listen, see my vision
Mossberg pumpin', shotgun dumpin' and drama means nothin'
It's part of the game, catch me in the coupe switchin' lanes
In the jewels with your chains
I upgrade from 30 B's to clean V's
Rocks that I copped proceeds from the spot
I got the energy to win, I'm full of adrenaline
Played it perf' and get nauseous, watchin' the spinner spin
I'ma plan to make it, a prisoner of the state
Now I can invite yo ass out to my estate
Them holi tip bent me up, but I'm back in shape
Pour Crystal in the blender and make a protein shake
I'm like the East coast number one playboy B
Hugh Hefner'll tell you he don't got sh_t on me
The feds watch me, icy they can't stop me
Racist, pointin' at me look at the niggaracci
Hello!

[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The song "Analyze This" by Beenie Man is a representation of the life of a hustler. The lyrics of the song speak of the struggles and pains that the singer goes through in the pursuit of the finer things in life. The singer expresses the need for energy, even from negative sources such as hatred, which he can use to drive his ambition of success. He goes on to talk about the allure of the gangsta life and how it has become a trend and a favorite of the American people. He talks about the use of drugs and dealing with the police, going as far as claiming to control the weather with his power over cocaine.

The chorus is a representation of the theme of the song. The singer is determined to go after what he wants in spite of all the obstacles that stand in his way. He is willing to fight anyone who stands in his way and even kill when the need arises. He has embraced the philosophy of a hustler's ambition and is determined to win.

Line by Line Meaning

(Light the fire that needs the air)
I need your presence to spark my motivation

(I won't burn unless your there)
I won't be successful without your help

Yea, I need you, I need you to hate
I need your negativity to fuel my ambition

So I can use it for your energy
So I can use your negative energy for my personal gain

You know, its very sh_t, feel this!
You know this lifestyle is difficult, but I embrace it

America's got a thing for this gangsta's sh_t, they love me
American society is fascinated with the gangster lifestyle and they adore me

Black Chuckies, black skullies, leather Pelle-Pelle
I wear specific clothing associated with the gangster look

I take spit over raymo sh_t, I'ma fan
I prefer lower-quality drugs over higher quality ones

Got through the silver duck tape on my trait old handle
I have a weapon hidden that I have disguised with duct tape

The women on my life bring confusion sh_t
The women in my life bring drama and conflict

SO like Nino when we new jack, I'll have to cancel that b_tch
Like the character Nino Brown in the movie New Jack City, I will have to eliminate troublesome women from my life

Look at me, this is the life I chose
I have chosen this dangerous lifestyle for myself

Niggaz around me so cold, man my heart dun froze up
The people I associate with are ruthless and it has caused me to become cold-hearted

Yo the empire on the low the narc's don't know I'm the weatherman
I am secretly leading a criminal empire and the authorities are unaware

I take that coke leaf and make that snow
I turn cocaine leaves into cocaine powder

Sit back, watch it turn to dope, watch it go out the door
I watch as the drugs are packaged and sold

O after O, you know, homey I'm just triple beam, dreamin'
I am weighing drugs on a triple beam scale and fantasizing about the luxurious lifestyle it will bring

Niggaz be schemin', I'm fiend to live a good life
People are always trying to plot against me, but I am determined to succeed

The fiends just fiendin'
Drug addicts are constantly seeking their next fix

Conceal my weapon nice and easy so you can't see
I hide my weapon in a way that it cannot be easily detected by others

The penitentiary is definitely out the question for me
I will do everything in my power to avoid going to prison

I want the finer things that's in my life
I desire luxury and extravagance

So I hustle (hustle)
I work hard and do whatever it takes to achieve my goals

Nigga you get in my way when while I'm tryin to get mine
If someone interferes with my progress, they will face consequences

And I'll buck you (buck you)
I will use violent force against those who stand in my way

I don't care who you run with, or where you from
I have no regard for your background or associations

Nigga f_ck you (f_ck you)
I have no respect for those who oppose me

Yea, I don't know sh_t about gymnastics I somersault bricks
I am not skilled in gymnastics, but I am skilled in illegal activities

Black thoughts start flyin, when a nigga flip
Sinister thoughts enter my mind when I engage in illegal activities

I cook crack in the microwave, niggaz can't f_ck with me
I have a reputation for being skilled in cooking drugs and no one can compete with me

Man my cold days, they called me chef boyarfitty
During the time when I was struggling financially, I was known as a skilled cook of drugs

Check my logic, smokers don't like seeds in their weed sh_t
I have a keen understanding of the needs and preferences of drug users

Send me two seeds hot grown with they need
Give me the best quality marijuana seeds that have already been grown in the proper way

Them ain't cheap pet plants in the crib that's chronic
These plants are not cheap and are of high quality, producing potent marijuana

And I'm sellin' them 500 a pop god damn it
I am selling each plant for a high price and making a substantial profit

I sold everythin' I'ma hustler, I know how to grind
I am a skilled hustler and know how to make money

Step on grapes put in water and tell you its wine
I can take a low-quality product and make it appear as something of high value

If you analyze me, what you'll find is the DNA of a crook and
If you examine my life, you will see that I am a criminal

What goes in my mind, its contagious
My way of thinking is infectious and influences those around me

Hypnotic, it sounds melodic
My thoughts and words have a powerful impact on those who listen

If the rap was the block or spider, I'll be potent product
If the rap game was a city block, I would be the most desirable and valuable product

Now get a load of me, flashy, far from low key
Take a good look at me, I am bold and flashy

And you can locate me where ever that dope be, be gettin' money man
You can always find me near where drugs are being sold, because I am focused on making money

Its a hustler's ambition, close your eyes listen, see my vision
I have a strong desire to succeed and am inviting you to imagine and understand my mindset

Mossberg pumpin', shotgun dumpin' and drama means nothin'
I carry a powerful shotgun and am unfazed by any potential danger or conflict

It's part of the game, catch me in the coupe switchin' lanes
Danger and risk are expected in the criminal lifestyle and I move around quickly and unpredictably

In the jewels with your chains
I am wearing valuable jewelry, possibly stolen

I upgrade from 30 B's to clean V's
I have upgraded from low-quality guns to high-quality ones

Rocks that I copped proceeds from the spot
I have obtained valuable gems from illegal activities

I got the energy to win, I'm full of adrenaline
I have an intense drive to succeed and am fueled by adrenaline

Played it perf' and get nauseous, watchin' the spinner spin
I have become used to living a dangerous lifestyle and it now sickens me to watch others do the same

I'ma plan to make it, a prisoner of the state
I have a plan to succeed in life, despite the potential consequences of getting caught and going to prison

Now I can invite yo ass out to my estate
I have become wealthy enough to invite others to my home

Them holi tip bent me up, but I'm back in shape
Previous run-ins with the police have caused me trouble, but I have bounced back

Pour Crystal in the blender and make a protein shake
I have the money to afford luxury products and can use them in unconventional ways

I'm like the East coast number one playboy B
I am the top womanizer on the East Coast

Hugh Hefner'll tell you he don't got sh_t on me
Even the famous Playboy founder Hugh Hefner cannot compare to me

The feds watch me, icy they can't stop me
Law enforcement is always keeping an eye on me, but they cannot prevent my success

Racist, pointin' at me look at the niggaracci
Racist individuals single me out and refer to me by a derogatory term

Hello!
A confident and assertive greeting to end the song

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