Pump it
Black Eyed Peas ft Sergio Mendes Lyrics


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Ha ha ha
Pump it
Ha ha ha

And pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)

Turn up the radio
Blast your stereo
Right

Niggas wanna hate on us (who)
Niggas be envious (who)
I know why they hatin' on us (why)
'Cause that's so fabulous (what)
I'm a be real on us (c'mon)
Nobody got nuttin' on us (no)
Girls be all on us, from London back down to the US (S, S)

We rockin', it's contagious
Monkey business outrageous
Just confess, your girl admits that we the shit

F-R-E-S-H (fresh)
D-E-F, that's right we def (rock)
We definite B-E-P, we reppin' it

So, turn me up (turn it up)
Turn me up (turn it up)
Turn me up

C'mon baby, just

Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)

And say, oh oh oh oh
Say, oh oh oh oh
Yo, yo

Turn up the radio
Blast your stereo
Right now
This joint is fizzlin'
It's sizzlin'
Right

(Yo, check this out right here)
Dude wanna hate on us (dude)
Dude needa ease on up (dude)
Dude wanna act on up
But dude get shut like Flava shut (shut 'em down)
Chicks say, she ain't down
But chick backstage when we in town (ha)
She like man on drunk (fool)
She wanna hit n' run (errr)
Yeah, that's the speed
That's what we do
That's who we be
B-L-A-C-K-E-Y-E-D-P to the E, then the A to the S
When we play you shake your ass
Shake it, shake it, shake it girl
Make sure you don't break it, girl
'Cause we gonna

Turn it up (turn it up)
Turn it up (turn it up)
Turn it up

C'mon baby, just

Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)

And say, oh oh oh oh
Say, oh oh oh oh
Yo, yo
Turn up the radio
Blast your stereo
Right now
This joint is fizzlin'
It's sizzlin'
Right

Damn (damn)
Damn (damn)
Damn (damn)
Damn (damn)
Damn (damn)

Apl.de.ap from the Philippines
Live and direct, rocking this scene
Breakin' on down for the B-boys
And B-girls waitin' to doin' their thing
Pump it, louder come on
Don't stop, and keep it goin'
Do it, lets get it on
Move it

Come on, baby, do it

La-da-di-da-da di da
On the stereo
Let those speakers blow your mind
(Blow my mind, baby)
Just let it go, let it go
Here we go
La-da-di-da-da di da (c'mon, we're there)
On the radio
The system's gonna feel so fine

Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)
Pump it (louder)

And say, oh oh oh oh
Say, oh oh oh oh
Yo, yo
Turn up the radio
Blast your stereo
Right now
This joint is fizzlin'




It's sizzlin'
Right

Overall Meaning

The song "Pump It" by Black Eyed Peas ft Sergio Mendes is an energizing party anthem that encourages listeners to pump up the volume and dance. The song has an upbeat tempo and catchy lyrics that are easy to sing along to. The repetitive use of "pump it" in the chorus serves as a call to action for the listeners to turn up the volume, both metaphorically and literally.


The verses of the song touch upon themes of jealousy and envy that the Black Eyed Peas face from their competitors in the music industry. The group appears unbothered by the negativity and instead celebrates their own success and popularity. The lyrics also boast about the group's unique style and fresh sound that sets them apart from their peers.


The song's bridge features the Filipino-American rapper Apl. De Ap, who raps a verse in Tagalog before switching to English. This inclusion of his cultural heritage adds a personal touch to the track and represents the group's international appeal.


Overall, "Pump It" is a high-energy party anthem that aims to inspire listeners to turn up the volume and have a good time.


Line by Line Meaning

Ha ha ha
The song is starting in a playful mood.


Pump it
The singer is starting to build energy and excitement.


And pump it (louder)
The energy is increasing, and the singer wants the volume turned up higher.


Turn up the radio
The singer is telling the listener to turn up their music source.


Blast your stereo
The singer is encouraging the listener to play the song loudly.


Right
The singer is emphasizing the importance of playing the song loud and energetically.


Niggas wanna hate on us (who)
The singer is acknowledging that some people are envious of their success and popularity.


Niggas be envious (who)
The singer is restating that some people feel jealous of them.


I know why they hatin' on us (why)
The singer understands why some people feel threatened by their talent.


'Cause that's so fabulous (what)
Their success and talent are amazing and impressive to many, and some people can't handle it.


I'm a be real on us (c'mon)
The singer is being honest and truthful about their talent and success.


Nobody got nuttin' on us (no)
No one else can compete with their skills and popularity.


Girls be all on us, from London back down to the US (s, s)
Women all around the world are attracted to them and their music.


We rockin', it's contagious
Their music is exciting and has a positive effect on their fans.


Monkey business outrageous
Their wild and lively behavior is part of their image and appeal.


Just confess, your girl admits that we the shit
Even their fans' girlfriends can't resist their charm and skill.


F-r-e-s-h (fresh)
They are fresh and original in their approach to music.


D-e-f, that's right we def (rock)
They are skilled and confident in their ability to make music.


We definite B-E-P, we rappin' it
They are proud representatives of their group and their style of music.


So, turn me up (turn it up)
The singer wants the listener to raise the volume of the music to hear it clearly.


C'mon baby, just
The singer is urging the listener to join in and dance along.


Pump it (louder)
The chorus is repeated, and the energy and excitement of the song continue to build.


And say, oh oh oh oh
The singer wants the listener to make noise and express their excitement for the music.


Turn up the radio
The singer repeats their earlier encouragement to play music loud.


This joint is fizzlin'
The song is heating up and becoming more energetic.


Damn (damn)
The singer is expressing their enthusiasm and excitement for the music.


Apl. De ap. From Philippines
A reference to one of the members of the Black Eyed Peas.


Live and direct, rocking this scene
The Black Eyed Peas are currently performing and entertaining their fans.


Breakin' on down for the B-boys
The band is going to perform a dance interlude for their fans.


And B-girls waiting, doin' their thing
Fans of both genders are eagerly anticipating the performance and dancing along.


Don't stop, and keep it goin'
The singer is encouraging the listener to keep dancing and enjoying the music.


Do it, lets get it on
The singer is urging the listener to join in and enjoy the music and the moment fully.


La-da-di-dup-dup die dy
A nonsense phrase, meant to be shouted or chanted along with the music.


To let it go, let it go
The singer is telling the listener to let go of their worries and enjoy the music fully.


The system is gonna feel so fine
Playing the music loud will make the music sound even better and more impactful.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Allan Pineda, Nicholas Roubanis, Stacy Ferguson, Thomas Van Musser Szamosi, Will Adams

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Comments from YouTube:

@sauravrisal1316

Why is this video a child’s fantasy of being a badass

@wirti94

yeah I can relate to that, as a '94 kid :D

@JayDzay

I usually connect this song to fast and furious just because of the music video. And now that I'm 27, BOOOOIII bangin this track in your car while on a freeway is insanely hype and increases the chance of me dying lol.

@lifetintedhappiness4930

This still my fantasy now

@Ocagri18

Hhaha

@literyodadoz

im 33 and still my fantsy :)

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@dasleo228

At this point the black eyed peas feel like a fever dream.

@jospantostado5406

Yes

@naufalariiif

Fuck I'm feeling it

@johnchukwudum673

Almost like they never existed but they actually did because we all remember them. Almost feeble, like a weird Mandela effect!

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