* Played in the first "silhouette" television commercial for the iPod.
* Played in the 2004 films Along Came Polly and Garfield: The Movie.
* Played in a 2006 episode of Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County.
"Hey Mama" was released as the album's third single in 2004 and was a moderate hit. The single was played in the original television commercial for the iPod, and was also played in the movie Garfield : The movie. "Hey Mama" has reached #3 in Switzerland, #4 in Australia, Austria and New Zealand. It has also reached #6 in the UK becoming their third top ten hit. "Hey Mama" also reached #9 in Canada and #23 in the US becoming another success for the group. The song was also featured in 2007 in Konami's Dance Dance Revolution Ultramix 3 on the Xbox gaming system.
"Hey Mama" was Black Eyed Peas's first song to chart on the Latin America Top 40 (tied with "Shut Up" which debuted the same week at #28.); it debuted and peaked in the week that the chart was created at #35, mostly because the chart was created after its peak in Latin-American countries.
The single was also sampled for their 2006 hit, "Mas Que Nada".
The music video features 3 main locations, the first shown being a psychedelic limbo, where the BEP does breakdancing and the main verse of the song is sung. (Hey Mama, this that beat that make you move, mama). The color scheme is mostly yellow, red, brown and off-white. The second is the vertically-black-and-white striped canvas-room. A few parts are sung in here, but the main one is the one featuring Fergie. The third one is the club dance scene, which has lots of background characters dancing. The music video features the edited version of the song. ("We drop bombs like we in the middle east" has been replaced by "We drop bombs cuz we shake it to the beat", and the words "tits" is replaced with a short female moan. "This the shit that make you move." is replaced with "This the beat that make you move". "No need to carry nine millimeter clips, dont wanna squeeze trigger, just wanna squeeze tits" is replaced with "I dont discriminate, I please chicks. Asian, Caucasian, black, I squeeze (moan)" ) and the word "niggas" is replaced with "people".
Hey Mama
Black Eyed Peas Lyrics
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Hey mama, it's that shit that makes you move, mama
Get on the floor and move your booty, mama
We the blast masters blastin' up the jamma
(Rewind)
Cutie cutie, make sure you move your booty
Shake that thing like we in the city of sin, and
Hey shorty, I know you wanna party
Cutie cutie, make sure you move your booty
Shake that thing like we in the city of sin, and
Hey shorty, I know you wanna party
The way your body look really make me feel naughty
I got a naughty naughty style and a naughty naughty crew
But everything I do, I do just for you
I'm a little bit of Or, and a bigger bit of Nu
The true niggers know that the peas come through
We never cease (no), we never die no we never disease(no)
We multiply like we mathematics
Then we drop bombs like we in the middle east
(The bomb bombas, the base move dramas)
Nah y'all knaw, who we are
Y'all knaw, we the stars
Steady rockin' on y'alls boulevards
And, lookin' hot without body guards
(I do) what I can
(Y'all come through) Will.i.am
And still I stand, with still mic in hand
(So come on mama, dance to the druma)
Hey mama, this that shit that make you groove, mama
(Hey) Get on the floor and move your booty, mama
(Yaw) We the blast mastas blastin' up the jamma
(Hey) So shake your bambama, come on now mama
Hey mama, this that shit that make you groove, mama
(Hey) Get on the floor and move your booty, mama
(Yaw) we the blast mastas blastin' up the jamma
(La, la, la, la, la)
We the big town stumpas, and and big sound pumpas
The beat bump bumpas in your trunk trunkas
The girlies in the club with the big plump plumpas
And when I'm makin' love, my hip hump humps
It never quits (no) we need to carry 9mm clips (no)
Don't wanna squize trigger, just wanna squeeze tits
(Lubaluba) 'Cause we the show stoppas
And the chief rockas, number one chief rockas
Naw y'all knaw, who we are
Y'all knaw, we the stars
Steady rockin' on y'alls boulevards
How we rockin' it girl, without body guards
Now she be, Fergie from the crew bep, come and take heed, as we take the lead
(So come on bubba, dance to the druma)
Hey mama, this that shit that make you groove, mama
(Yaw) Get on the floor and move your booty, mama
(Yuh) We the blast mastas blastin' up the jamma
(Nah, nah)
Cutie cutie, make sure you move your booty
Shake that thing like we in the city of sin, and
Hey shorty, I know you wanna party
The way your body look really make me feel naughty
But the race is not, for the Swiss
But who really can, take control of it
And tippa irie and the black eyed peas will be there
'Til infiniti, 'til infiniti, 'til infiniti, 'til infiniti
Tippa is out
Nosa dima shock, nosa dima ting
Every time you sit there I hear, bling bling
O wata ting, hear blacka sing
Grinding, and winding
And the madda be moving in a perfect timing
And we dance and dance to the end of the thing
And we're really to nice, it finga akin
Like rice and peas and chicken and bling
Hey mama, this that shit that make you groove, mama
(Hey) Get on the floor and move your booty mama
(Yaw) We the blast mastas blastin' up the jamma
(Hey) So shake your bambama, come on now mama
Hey mama, this that shit that make you groove, mama
(Hey) Get on the floor and move your booty mama
(Yaw) We the blast mastas blastin' up the jamma
(la la la la la)
The lyrics to "Hey Mama" by Black Eyed Peas are a celebration of the power of music to get people moving and feeling good. The song is essentially an invitation to dance, with lines like "hey mama, it's that shit that makes you move, mama" and "get on the floor and move your booty." The song encourages listeners to let loose and enjoy themselves, with lyrics about shaking their bodies and partying.
The chorus repeats the phrase "hey mama, this that shit that make you groove, mama" several times, emphasizing the idea that the song is all about getting people to move and dance. Meanwhile, the verses contain more explicit lyrics about sex and sexual attraction, with lines like "the way your body look really make me feel naughty." However, the overall tone of the song is upbeat and lighthearted, with a focus on having fun and enjoying life.
Overall, "Hey Mama" is a classic example of a feel-good dance song that encourages people to let go of their inhibitions and just enjoy themselves. It celebrates the power of music to bring people together and create a joyful, energetic atmosphere.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey mama, it's that shit that makes you move, mama
This song has the kind of beat that gets you up and dancing, mama
Get on the floor and move your booty, mama
I want you to dance and show off your moves, mama
We the blast masters blastin' up the jamma
Our music is loud and energetic, mama
Cutie cutie, make sure you move your booty
Addressing a woman in a flirtatious way, encouraging her to dance sexy
Shake that thing like we in the city of sin, and
Dance provocatively, like we're in a wild, anything-goes kind of place
Hey shorty, I know you wanna party
Addressing a woman in a flirtatious way, suggesting that she wants to have fun
The way your body look really make me feel naughty
Your attractive appearance is arousing me
I got a naughty naughty style and a naughty naughty crew
Our style of music and group personality is edgy and provocative
But everything I do, I do just for you
Despite our edgy style, we're still making music for our fans
The true niggers know that the peas come through
Those who really know us know that we're always delivering great music
We never cease (no), we never die no we never disease(no)
We're always making music and never stopping or getting sick
We multiply like we mathematics
Our success grows and multiplies like a mathematical equation
Then we drop bombs like we in the middle east
We make a big impact, like a military attack in the Middle East
Nah y'all knaw, who we are
You already know who we are
Y'all knaw, we the stars
You know that we're famous and successful
Steady rockin' on y'alls boulevards
We're always performing and making great music on your streets
And, lookin' hot without body guards
We're confident and fearless, not needing protection while looking attractive
(I do) what I can
I'm doing everything I can to succeed
(Y'all come through) Will.i.am
Will.i.am is dependable and always delivers
And still I stand, with still mic in hand
Even after all our success, we're still humble and committed to making music
(So come on mama, dance to the druma)
Let's keep the party going and dance to the music
We the big town stumpas, and and big sound pumpas
We are loud and energetic performers, making a big impact in the city
The beat bump bumpas in your trunk trunkas
Our music is so good, it's like having a powerful bass system in your car
The girlies in the club with the big plump plumpas
The women in the club have attractive, curvy bodies
And when I'm makin' love, my hip hump humps
Even when we're not performing music, we're still entertaining in the bedroom
It never quits (no) we need to carry 9mm clips (no)
Our energy and success never stops, but we don't need guns to protect us
Don't wanna squize trigger, just wanna squeeze tits
We're not violent, we just want to touch women's breasts
(Lubaluba) 'Cause we the show stoppas
We're the ones who always steal the show
And the chief rockas, number one chief rockas
We're the best at what we do
Now she be, Fergie from the crew bep, come and take heed, as we take the lead
Fergie is joining us as we continue to make great music and lead the way
The race is not for the Swiss
The competition is not only for those who are wealthy or powerful
But who really can, take control of it
Success is determined by those who have the talent and determination to succeed
Tippa irie and the black eyed peas will be there
We're always there, making great music and entertaining our fans
'Til infiniti, 'til infiniti, 'til infiniti, 'til infiniti
We'll never stop making music and entertaining our fans
Nosa dima shock, nosa dima ting
Exciting and stimulating energy and vibes
Every time you sit there I hear, bling bling
There's always something exciting and fun happening around us
O wata ting, hear blacka sing
Our music is always playing and entertaining
Grinding, and winding
Dancing in a sensual and sexually suggestive way
And the madda be moving in a perfect timing
The music is so good, it makes everyone dance perfectly in sync
And we dance and dance to the end of the thing
We keep dancing until the music stops
And we're really to nice, it finga akin
We're so good at what we do, it's almost like we have magic fingers
Like rice and peas and chicken and bling
Our music and success is as essential and satisfying as a good meal
So shake your bambama, come on now mama
Keep dancing and moving your body to our music, mama
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Royalty Network
Written by: Anthony Henry, Will Adams
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@alek493
I can just picture Garfield dancing. xD
@mistdragonking7917
Same
@zonagamerdroide1256
😎👌
@jorgearteaga8160
Same
@magnusgejs3808
Me
@yung.chef478
U made my day haha
@DevyDev2004
5 year old me watching Garfield bumping this rn!😂
@totallyoutofit6989
Omgggg yesss 😂
@alisonjade8043
literally all i can think about is garfield when i listen to this
@SpawnOfKahn
SAME! 😫😂