Green Light
Beyoncé Feat. Jay-Z Lyrics
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It's gangsta! Woo! It's gangsta nigga!
All g-g-gangsta nigga, uh!
Green light, go go, go-go-go, go
Go go, go-go-go, go
You got the green light to drag your motherfucking mink
Green light - go go, go-go-go, go
Go go, go-go-go, go
Drop your top, see man!
Now I done told why y'all niggas once before
Why y'all don't know who you fucking with
Why y'all goin' fuck around and make me come up out this music biz
(Don't make me)
This just a record deal, why y'all motherfuckers been on some shit
Bite my style, trying to get rich, so I decided to flip my shit
Bene-fit me like a tight outfit, like Mr. Biggs' about to have a fit
It's, a, bout, to, be, some, shit (please believe it)
See vin-dawg, and dre-shal, got a nigga real open why y'all
I see haters peeping me, looking hard like a pussy
Same fight, different round, same circus, different clown
Same pussy, different town, assholes how you like me now?
Kel' and Jigga, the best of both niggaz
Put two heads together, mean mo' figures (ha)
Word to Tigger, put me off up in the "Basement"
With the rest of the rap niggas, watch ratings get bigger
I'm a pimp of this music, the tracks be my hoes
Sisqo, don't make me kick you out like Devoe
Haters left, players right, green light
Go go, go-go-go, go
You have the green light to be as pimp as you want to
Go go, go-go-go, go
Green light - go go, go-go-go, go
Go go, go-go-go, go
Green light - go go, go-go-go, go
Go go, go-go-go, go
Green light - go go, go-go-go, go
Oh dis gangsta!
Go go, go-go-go, go
It's so muh'fuckin gangsta!
Psycho, like no, bitch-ass niggas
Don't want to see the R.O.C. so you creep low
Shoot from the line like a free throw
With this 'nali of mine like a Pi-co
Leave niggas far behind like a cheap hoe
On my grind every time that you see Hov'
Yeah I got it, come and get it, green light go (go)
Red dot I stop ya, yellow niggas move slow
Red dot I got 'em, tell that nigga move slow
Head shots pop 'em when I let the uz' go
He done told fool,
Dunn think Dunn loc'in when a gun smokin'
Tell Dunn I been gun-totin'
He don't know he facin' death
Hockey mask on Jason's step
Don't make me pop past your Raisinette
You niggas cow-ass
You bullshit, I pull shit, and keep a full clip
Go go, go-go-go, go
Go go, go-go-go, go
Green light - go go, go-go-go, go
Go go, go-go-go, go
Green light - go go, go-go-go, go
Go go, go-go-go, go
Green light - go go, go-go-go, go
Go go, go-go-go, go
The lyrics to "Green Light" by Beyonce Feat. Jay-Z are packed with bravado and swagger, boasting about their wealth, power, and talent. The chorus commands listeners to go, go, go with a green light, implying that they have the power and permission to do whatever they please. Jay-Z warns those who might challenge them, stating that he is a "pimp of this music" and that the tracks are his "hoes". He is not afraid to kick out those who are trying to imitate him or bite his style, and he is not afraid to take on anyone who would dare to disrespect him or his colleagues. Beyonce's verse is equally confident, declaring that she is "so muh'fuckin gangsta" and that she is not afraid to embrace her inner pimp. Together, the two artists create a killer track that exudes confidence and coolness.
One interesting fact about the song is that it was produced by the Neptunes, who were at the height of their popularity at the time. The song was included on Beyonce's second solo album, "B'Day", which was released in 2006. Despite the album's mixed critical reception, "Green Light" was widely praised for its catchy beat and memorable lyrics. The song's music video was directed by Melina Matsoukas, who has gone on to become one of the most sought-after music video directors in the industry. Matsoukas has won multiple awards for her work, including a Grammy for Best Music Video for Beyonce's "Formation". Another interesting fact about "Green Light" is that it features a sample from the song "Dirty South" by Goodie Mob. The Neptunes used the sample to create the song's distinctive beat, which became an instant hit with fans.
Line by Line Meaning
Who the fuck can stop us niggas, it's gangsta niggas
We're unstoppable gangsters.
Green light, go go, go-go-go, go
You have permission to go after what you want.
You got the green light to drag your motherfucking mink
You can show off your wealth without fear.
Throw your pinkie ring high in the motherfucking air
Show your success with your jewelry.
Now I done told why y'all niggas once before
I've warned you before not to mess with me.
Why y'all goin' fuck around and make me come up out this music biz
Don't push me or I will leave the music industry.
Bite my style, trying to get rich, so I decided to flip my shit
You copied my style, so I changed it up to stay ahead of you.
Kel' and Jigga, the best of both niggaz
Together, Kelly and Jay-Z are an unbeatable duo.
I'm a pimp of this music, the tracks be my hoes
I am in charge of the music industry, and the tracks (songs) are mine to control.
Green light - go go, go-go-go, go
You've been given permission to succeed.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group, Roba Music, Peermusic Publishing, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JASON BLACK, VICTORIA AKINTOLA, RAS ALEXANDER, ADAM ISAAC ALI, MOHAMMED IBRAHIM ALI, DANIEL BAKER, SIRACH CHARLES, RICHARD KYLEA COWIE, JOHN DUNNE, JOE HIRST, RYAN ROBERT WILLIAMS
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Reauna Sims
Her breathing control is crazy. She still was serving us vocals while dancing at the same time GOAT!!! Beyoncé is just on another level no other artist can compare to her POINT. BLANK. PERIOD.
Practical Genius
@Fatima Idris lies
Practical Genius
@Fatima Idris but her voice does not sound as good
Raniyah Taylor
Well she’s lip syncing
Leonardo Bruno
She literally lip sync 80% of her performances
Nova
@Just Top funny that you say that because some of Beyonce's most iconic performance have been proven to be lipped
Travis C
I’m just glad Mother Nature made it so Beyonce could put a stamp in universal history before corona.
Johnny Mimi
Best comment ever
Jules
Amen! Seeing her weekend 2 was my last concert before the pandemic!
Shauna Wilson
Awesome point. You're totally right.