Más que nada
Black Eyed Peas Lyrics


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Oariá raiô
Obá obá obá
Oariá raiô
Obá obá obá

Mas Que Nada
Black Eyed Peas came to make it hotter
We be the party starters
Bubblin' up just like lava, like lava
Heated like a sauna
Penetrating through your body armor
Rhythmically we massage ya
With hip hop mixed up with samba
With samba

So yes, yes, y'all (yes, y'all, y'all)
You know we never stop we never rest, y'all (rest, y'all, y'all)
The Black Eyed Peas'll keep it funky fresh, y'all (fresh, y'all, y'all)
And we won't stop until we get y'all, 'til we get y'all sayin'

Oariá raiô
Obá obá obá
Oariá raiô
Obá obá obá

Peter Piper picked peppers
But Tab rocked rhymes-a
1,2,3,4, several times-a
Heavy rotation played by every kind-a
Radio stations blastin' every mind-a
We crossing boundaries like everyday
To rock ya body, Bobbie be on the R and the Bay
We got we got Tab magnifications
Tab magnified like every day

So yes, yes, y'all (yes, y'all, y'all)
You know we never stop we never rest, y'all (rest, y'all, y'all)
The Black Eyed Peas'll keep it funky fresh, y'all (fresh, y'all, y'all)
And we won't stop until we get y'all, 'til we get y'all sayin'

Oariá raiô
Obá obá obá (la la la la la)
Oariá raiô
Obá obá obá

Drop hot hot be my daily operation
Got to put in work in this crazy occupation
Gotta keep it movin' (that's the motivation)
Gotta ride the waves and keep a tight relation
With my team keep it moving, and doing it right
Up in the lab every day 'til daylight
That's the way things move in this monkey business
(We took an old samba song and remixed it)

Mas que nada
Sai da minha frente
Que eu quero passar
Pois o samba esta animado
O que eu quero e sambar
Este samba, que e misto de maracatu
E samba de preto velho
Samba de preto tu

Mas Que Nada, we gonna make you feel lil' hotter
The Peas and Sergio Mendes heating up samba
Ba badada ba
Ba badada ba

(Ba badada ba) Sergio, play yo piano
(Oh eh oh) Sergio, play yo yo yo yo yo

Piano (ano ano ano ano ano ano)

Check it out!

Oariá raiô
Obá Obá Obá (lá, lá, lá, lá, lá)
Oariá raiô
Obá Obá Obá (lá, lá, lá, lá, lá)

Oariá raiô
Obá Obá Obá

Este samba, que e misto de maracatu
E samba de preto velho
Samba de preto tu

Este samba, que e misto de maracatu




E samba de preto velho
Samba de preto tu (lá, lá, lá, lá, lá)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Black Eyed Peas song Mas Que Nada are a fusion of hip hop and samba. The song starts with the repeated chanting of “Oariá raiô” and “Obá obá obá,” which are Brazilian expressions used in the Candomblé religious tradition. The lyrics then go on to talk about the band as being the party starters, bubbling up like lava and heating up like a sauna. They sing about penetrating through your body armor and rhythmically massaging you with hip hop and samba music.


The song features a reference to Peter Piper picking peppers and Tab rocking rhymes, indicating a nod to the classic children’s rhyme. The lyrics also talk about the Black Eyed Peas crossing boundaries and rocking bodies in different parts of the world, including the “R and the Bay” (referring to the San Francisco Bay Area).


Mas Que Nada is a remix of a 1963 Brazilian hit by Jorge Ben Jor, which was originally a bossa nova and later became a samba classic. The Black Eyed Peas version of the song features Brazilian musical legend Sergio Mendes on the piano. The song was a hit upon its release in 2006 and helped establish the Black Eyed Peas as a global music phenomenon.


Line by Line Meaning

Oariá raiô
This is a chant commonly used in samba music to create a festive atmosphere and get people dancing.


Obá obá obá
This is another chant used in samba music to heighten the energy and excitement of the dance.


Mas Que Nada
This means 'But That's Nothing' in Portuguese, and the song is about bringing new life to samba music and pushing it to new limits.


Black Eyed Peas came to make it hotter
The Black Eyed Peas are here to make their mark and add their own flavor to the samba music scene.


We be the party starters
The Black Eyed Peas are known for getting people up and dancing, so they are ready to start the party and keep it going all night long.


Bubblin' up just like lava, like lava
The excitement and energy of the party is rising and growing, just like lava in a volcano that is about to erupt.


Heated like a sauna
The party is getting hot and steamy, just like a sauna, and everyone is feeling the heat of the music and dance.


Penetrating through your body armor
The music and dance is so powerful that it is breaking down any barriers or defenses people may have, and is reaching deep into their soul.


Rhythmically we massage ya
The music and dance is like a massage to the body, bringing pleasure and relaxation while moving to the beat.


With hip hop mixed up with samba
The Black Eyed Peas are blending the genres of hip hop and samba together, creating a unique and exciting sound.


You know we never stop we never rest, y'all
The Black Eyed Peas are dedicated to keeping the party going and never stopping until everyone is up and dancing.


The Black Eyed Peas'll keep it funky fresh, y'all
The Black Eyed Peas are known for their fresh and funky sound, and they're bringing that to the samba music scene.


And we won't stop until we get y'all, 'til we get y'all sayin'
The Black Eyed Peas are determined to get everyone at the party up and dancing, and won't stop until they've accomplished that goal.


Peter Piper picked peppers
This line is just a fun tongue-twister and has no real meaning in the context of the song.


But Tab rocked rhymes-a
Tab (a member of the Black Eyed Peas) is known for his skill at rapping and is showing off his talents in this line.


1,2,3,4, several times-a
Tab is counting out beats and rhymes to create a catchy rhythm for the song.


Heavy rotation played by every kind-a
The song is getting a lot of airplay on different radio stations and is being enjoyed by people from all walks of life.


Radio stations blastin' every mind-a
The catchy rhythm and fun lyrics of the song are sticking in people's minds and being played repeatedly on the radio.


We crossing boundaries like everyday
The Black Eyed Peas are breaking down barriers and crossing over into different genres of music, bringing their unique style to new audiences.


To rock ya body, Bobbie be on the R and the Bay
Bobbie (another member of the Black Eyed Peas) is from the Bay Area of California, and is bringing his unique sound to the samba music scene.


We got we got Tab magnifications
This line is uncertain in meaning, but it could refer to Tab's skills as a rapper being amplified by the exciting beat of the music.


Tab magnified like every day
Tab's skills as a rapper are being amplified and improved upon every day, making him even better at what he does.


Drop hot hot be my daily operation
Creating exciting and catchy music is a daily part of the Black Eyed Peas' lives, and they are always working to create the next big hit.


Got to put in work in this crazy occupation
Although it's a fun and exciting job, the Black Eyed Peas still have to work hard and put in a lot of effort to create great music.


Gotta keep it movin' (that's the motivation)
The Black Eyed Peas are motivated to keep creating great music and pushing themselves to new limits.


Gotta ride the waves and keep a tight relation
The Black Eyed Peas have to navigate the ups and downs of the music industry and maintain strong relationships with those in the business.


With my team keep it moving, and doing it right
The Black Eyed Peas work together as a team to create great music and keep pushing themselves to be the best they can be.


Up in the lab every day 'til daylight
The Black Eyed Peas spend countless hours in the studio, working on new music and perfecting their sound until the sun comes up.


That's the way things move in this monkey business
The music industry can be chaotic and unpredictable, but the Black Eyed Peas are determined to navigate it and succeed in their careers.


(We took an old samba song and remixed it)
The Black Eyed Peas took an old samba song and added their own unique twist to create a fresh and exciting new sound.


Sai da minha frente
This means 'Get out of my way' in Portuguese, and is a playful way to encourage people to get up and dance.


Que eu quero passar
This means 'Because I want to pass' in Portuguese, and is a fun way to get people dancing and moving around the dance floor.


Pois o samba esta animado
This means 'Because the samba is lively' in Portuguese, and is a great way of explaining why everyone should be up and dancing to the music.


O que eu quero e sambar
This means 'What I want is to samba' in Portuguese, and is a playful way to encourage people to keep dancing and having fun.


Este samba, que e misto de maracatu
This means 'This samba is a mix of maracatu' in Portuguese, referring to the song's blending of different genres of music.


E samba de preto velho
This means 'And samba of old black man' in Portuguese, which is a reference to the origins of samba music in African cultural traditions.


Samba de preto tu
This is simply a playful rhyme in Portuguese, adding to the fun and festive atmosphere of the song.


Ba badada ba
This is simply a catchy beat used to keep the rhythm of the song flowing smoothly and keep people dancing.


(Ba badada ba) Sergio, play yo piano
This is a call for Sergio Mendes, a famous Brazilian musician and collaborator on the song, to start playing the piano and adding to the music.


(Oh eh oh) Sergio, play yo yo yo yo yo
This is another playful call for Sergio Mendes to keep playing the piano and adding to the music, adding to the excitement and energy of the song.


Este samba, que e misto de maracatu
This means 'This samba is a mix of maracatu' in Portuguese, referring to the song's blending of different genres of music.


E samba de preto velho
This means 'And samba of old black man' in Portuguese, which is a reference to the origins of samba music in African cultural traditions.


Samba de preto tu (lá, lá, lá, lá, lá)
Again, this is simply a playful rhyme in Portuguese, adding to the fun and festive atmosphere of the song.




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JORGE LIMA MENEZES

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@michaelforerob7464

Oaria raio
Obá, obá, obá
Oaria raio
Obá, obá, obá
Mas que nada
Black Eyed Peas came in to make it hotter
We beat the party starters
Bubblin up just like lava
Like lava heat it like a sauna
Penetrating into your body armor
Rhythmically we message ya
With hip hop mixed up with samba
With samba
So yes yes yall
You know we never stop
We never rest yall
The black eyed peas are keeping it funky fresh yall
And we won't stop until we get you,
Til we get you
Oaria raio
Obá, obá, obá
Oaria raio
Obá, obá, obá

Peter piper picked peppers but Tab rocked rhymes
1, 2,3 for several times
Heavy rotation made by every kind
Of radio stations blessing every mind
And we crossing boundaries like everyday
Tu papi papi pair to the r n b
We got we got tab magnification tab magnified
Like every day
So yes yes y'all
You know we never stop we never rest y'all y'all
The Black Eyed Peas are keeping it funky fresh y'all
And we won't stop until we get you,
Til we get you sayin'
Oaria raio
Obá, obá, obá (la la la la la)
Oaria raio
Obá, obá, obá
Drop hot hot be my daily operation
Got to put a right in this crazy occupation
Gotta keep it movin' thats the motivation
Gotta ride the waves and keep a tight relation
With my team keeping moving and doing it right
I've been in a lab every day til daylight
That's the way things move in this monkey business
We took an old samba song and remixed it
Mas que nada
Sai da minha frente
Eu quero passar
Pois o samba esta animado
O que eu quero e sambar
Este samba
Que e misto de maracatu
E samba de preto velho
Samba de preto tu
Mas que nada, we gonna make you feel lil hotter
Peas and Sergio Mendes heating up samba
Badabababababaaaaaa
Sergio play your piano
Sergio play your yo yo yo yo piano
Check it out
Oaria raio
Obá, obá, obá (la la la la la)
Este sambaQue e misto de maracatuE samba de preto velhoSamba de preto tu



@marcioramos6704

Не волнуйтесь, я перевел для вас текст:
Оо Мария ооо
Ура ура ура
Оария скат
Ура ура ура

Но ничего
Black Eyed Peas пришел, чтобы сделать его еще жарче.
Мы победили стартеров вечеринки
Бурлит, как лава.
Как лава, нагревай ее, как сауну.
Проникновение в ваш бронежилет
Ритмично мы сообщаем вам
С хип-хопом, смешанным с самбой.
С самбой, так что да, да, да
Ты знаешь, мы никогда не остановимся
Мы никогда не отдыхаем
Черноглазый горох сохраняет его свежесть и свежесть.
И мы не остановимся, пока не получим тебя, пока не получим тебя.

Оария скат
Ура ура ура
Оария скат
Ура ура ура

Питер Пайпер собирал перец, но Таб потрясал рифмами
1,2,3 несколько раз
Тяжелое вращение, производимое всеми видами
Радиостанций, благословляющих каждый разум
И мы пересекаем границы, как каждый день
Tu papi papi пара в r n b
У нас есть вкладка "Увеличение" увеличена
Как каждый день
Так что да, да, все
Ты знаешь, мы никогда не останавливаемся, мы никогда не отдыхаем, да, да
Черноглазый горох сохраняет его свежесть и свежесть.
И мы не остановимся, пока не получим тебя, пока не получим тебя.
Сайин

Оария скат
Ура-ура-ура (ла-ла-ла-ла-ла)
Оария скат
Ура ура ура

Будь горячим, горячим, будь моей ежедневной работой.
Надо исправить это безумное занятие
Надо продолжать двигаться, вот мотивация
Надо кататься на волнах и поддерживать крепкие отношения.
Моя команда продолжает двигаться и делает все правильно.
Я был в лаборатории каждый день до рассвета
Вот как обстоят дела в этом обезьяньем бизнесе.
Мы взяли старую песню самбы и сделали на нее ремикс.

Но ничего
Прочь с дороги
я хочу пройти
Потому что самба живая
Я хочу самбу
Эта самба
Что смешано с маракату
И старая черная самба
Самба в черном ты

Но ничего, мы заставим тебя чувствовать себя немного горячее
Горошек и Серхио Мендес разогревают самбаааа
Бадабабабабабаааааа
Серхио, играй на пианино, Серджио, играй на своем йо-йо-йо-йо
Фортепиано (эхо)

Проверьте это

Оария скат
Ура-ура-ура (ла-ла-ла-ла-ла)
Оария скат
Ура-ура-ура (ла-ла-ла-ла-ла)

Оария скат
Ура ура ура

Эта самба
Что смешано с маракату
Это старая черная самба
Ты, черная самба (ла-ла-ла-ла)


(Observação:Sou Brasileiro 🇧🇷)



All comments from YouTube:

@elianne5164

How rich is Brazilian culture music..full of energy..

@doctorbeans9274

Oh my god

@doctorbeans9274

The plushie in your pfp i had as a little kid and i really LOVED it

@juniorfan7a

Come see the politics here.

@RockBoar

You need to eat our traditional foods then you will see how rich is our culture

@Jonathan-qc3wk

@juniorfan7a But we're talking about music not politics

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@ProximaCentauri88

Eu não sou brasileiro mas esta versão me fez muito orgulhoso. 🇧🇷 Grande abraços para Brasil desde Filipinas. Muito obrigadão pela música.

@aridoamericalibrearidoamer4728

Saludos!

@Batatinha-jd4dy

Filipinas parece ser um país bem legal :D

@erickmoraes6901

obrigado amigo, saudações brasileiras!

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