Real Woman
Betty Wright & The Roots feat. Snoop Dogg Lyrics

This song goes out to all my nephews, sons And lil' cousins, you know who you are Mm, try to tell you what to look out for Y'know I got your back
The singer is dedicating the song to her young relatives and wants to guide them in choosing the right woman to date.

Get yourself a real woman So you can be a real man It's time to stop playing with girls! You need a woman who will understand
The chorus reinforces the sentiment that young men need to find an understanding and loyal woman to be a real man, and stop playing around with girls.

There was a time when I was, wildin' out Hangin' with the crowd, talkin' way too loud When I think back to my, younger days And my, crazy ways that was, just a phase Now I don't wanna give you, wrong advice But you, got one life you can't, live it twice So when you choosing you just, take your time Ele-vate your mind, good you're, gonna find
The singer reflects on her past behaviors and urges young men to take their time to choose the right woman, elevating their minds to make a wise decision.

You might be stackin' money, mountain high So they're, gonna try, try to, catch your eye But all that glitters boy you, know ain't gold Some would, sell their soul, they're out, of control And I'm ain't sayin' that they're, all the same But they, all got game I won't, call no names So take my word I wouldn't lie to you 'cause I love you nephew, here's what you gotta do!
The singer warns listeners that not all women will have their best interests at heart and that some will show interest in them just for their money. She says to trust her advice to avoid dangerous games and find a loyal woman.

(No Pain, No Gain), this life the same thang Been playin' so many games, gotta find a slow dame Sooner or later, no later, 'cause when he finally date her He'll love her or either hate her, regroup or re'bilitate her These are some real fly words from the wise one I got my wife in my life, 'cause she's the right one Better know it, better show it, every time I step in A real woman makes a real man, and this is definite Yeah
The featured artist Snoop Dogg emphasizes that life is full of challenges, but finding the right woman is key to success. He adds that he has found his 'real woman' and encourages other men to do the same.

Yeah, some of y'all just triflin'! Do anything for a little bling bling All of the green and gold diggin', yeah That's how you make yo' dealin' To all my daughters, the nieces, and my lil' cousins You know I ain't leavin' you out 'cause I know some of y'all be tryin the best you can But listen to this:
The singer acknowledges that some young women may be after money and material things, but wants to ensure that her message resonates with them as well.

If you be a real woman, then you can get a real man I'm talkin' to you little girls Tell me do you understand? If you be a real woman, then you can get a real man I'm talkin' to you little girls! Tell me do you understand? Tell me do you understand? Tell-tell me do you understand?
The singer's final reminder to young women is that being a real woman is necessary for finding a real man, and asks if they understand the message.

All you think about is blowin up ya whistle But it goes like this: Use your wisdom No schizm, no -ism, get your own blow-up-ya-whistle
The last line summarizes the song's message as to use one's wisdom and not get caught up in any negative -isms, but focus on blowing up one's own whistle (i.e. achieving success in a genuine manner).