Throw Your Hands in the Air
Black Moon Lyrics


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Verse 1- Buckshot

Who you all been waiting for? Buckshot
Who can rock a nigga's knot? Buckshot
Get you high like chocolate? Buckshot
When it comes to this, I never stop
Drip drop, hip hop
'cause you know I'm on top of my job
Makin' it hard, handeling my business on the boulevard
La, there's so many people trying to be equal
Shorty all embarrassed 'cause he drive a Regal
It's a thugged out bucket
As long as you make money when you hustle, fuck it
It's the next man thought to bring you down
If you ain't benefiting, then you better slip in
a couple words that'll set 'em straight
'uz carrying the weak niggas on your shoulder is only dead weight
So, pick your head up when you get up
And if you're feeling what I'm saying
let me see you throw your fist sup

Chorus-Buckshot

Throw your hands in the air like this (3x)
Put your hands in the sky like this
Throw your hands in the air like this (4x)

Verse 2-Buckshot

The bomb was set to be lose
In a couple of minutes, don't be alarmed
It's a hands on experience, throw your hands up
Let us, the bettors, niggas put your grands up
What you about to see is reality, baby
Check the stats, and see if you can hang with me
Black Moon, 92, was set to blow
Smif 'n Wessun '93 and '94
Fab 5, '95, and nigga we strive
To keep it tight and keep this Duckdown shit alive
Ain't no surprise, my niggas put the "real" in "ize."
You better open up your motherfuckin eyes

Chorus-Buckshot(1x)

Verse 3- Buckshot

After this, I smoke a fat Bob Marley
Into Bob Marley, slow down hardly
Thumping is a thug's world
I recognize 'cause I'm living in the bug world
I got a letter from my girl in D.C.
She put me on the scoop about bitches around me
All of a sudden, I peeped the ones fronting
It be in the front line of mind
But in the end, there's always time
I'm just the type to stay original
Fuck biting off the next man, it's pitiful
P.O.S.: power over suckers
In this rap game, my nickname be dirty chuckers
Mr. Buckshot, rock the triathalon of rap
Squeezing like a python to break your back
Check the facts for the illy verse




About reality, you want another one?
I need your hands first

Overall Meaning

The song "Throw Your Hands in the Air" by Black Moon offers a powerful message about claiming one's power and standing up against the oppressive forces surrounding us. Buckshot's verses emphasize the importance of self-confidence, hard work, and perseverance in the face of adversity. The lyrics express his remarkable ability to rock the crowd and inspire listeners not only to clap their hands but to lift their fists in solidarity, challenging the establishment that tries to keep them down.


The first verse sets the tone for the song, with Buckshot introducing himself as the one who can move the crowd and make them feel good. He raps about the hustle and the rats in the game and how they try to distract people to make them think less of themselves. He then encourages listeners to raise their fist and throw their hands in the air, symbolizing unity and strength in numbers. The second verse is mainly about the history and milestones of Black Moon and Duck Down and how they have been able to stand the test of time. He calls upon his audience to check the stats and see if they can hang with him as he is the real deal. In the third verse, the rapper reflects on his journey, acknowledging the ups and downs of life, including the distractions that can take us off our path. Nevertheless, he advises us to remain original and true to ourselves, rejecting the notion of biting off someone else's style.


Line by Line Meaning

Who you all been waiting for? Buckshot
Buckshot is the one that everyone has been waiting for


Who can rock a nigga's knot? Buckshot
Buckshot is the one who can get a crowd hyped


Get you high like chocolate? Buckshot
Buckshot's music can be intoxicating and addictive


When it comes to this, I never stop
Buckshot is always pushing himself to improve his music and skills


Drip drop, hip hop
Buckshot's music is unique and dynamic


'cause you know I'm on top of my job
Buckshot is confident in his abilities and knows he is good at his job


Makin' it hard, handeling my business on the boulevard
Buckshot works hard to succeed in the music industry


La, there's so many people trying to be equal
There are many people who try to be like Buckshot


Shorty all embarrassed 'cause he drive a Regal
People get ashamed of what they have when comparing themselves to others


It's a thugged out bucket
Even if someone drives an old car, if they hustle and make money, it doesn't matter


As long as you make money when you hustle, fuck it
As long as you are making money through your hard work, it doesn't matter what others think


It's the next man thought to bring you down
People will try to bring you down to benefit themselves


If you ain't benefiting, then you better slip in a couple words that'll set 'em straight
If someone is not helping you, you need to speak up for yourself


'uz carrying the weak niggas on your shoulder is only dead weight
Helping others who don't try to help themselves only slows you down


So, pick your head up when you get up
Stay positive and strong


And if you're feeling what I'm saying let me see you throw your fist sup
If you agree with Buckshot's message, show your support


The bomb was set to be lose
Something major is about to happen in the music world


In a couple of minutes, don't be alarmed
The upcoming event might be overwhelming, but don't worry


It's a hands on experience, throw your hands up
Buckshot wants his listeners to participate in the music


Let us, the bettors, niggas put your grands up
Let's bet on the success of the music


What you about to see is reality, baby
Buckshot's music is raw and real


Check the stats, and see if you can hang with me
Look at Buckshot's success and see if you can keep up with him


Black Moon, 92, was set to blow
Black Moon was on the verge of being successful in 1992


Smif 'n Wessun '93 and '94
Smif 'n Wessun was the focus in 1993 and 1994


Fab 5, '95, and nigga we strive
The Fab 5 was striving for success in 1995


To keep it tight and keep this Duckdown shit alive
Buckshot wants to keep the music genre of Duckdown alive and thriving


Ain't no surprise, my niggas put the "real" in "ize."
Buckshot's crew is authentic and honest


You better open up your motherfuckin eyes
Pay attention to what's happening in the music industry


After this, I smoke a fat Bob Marley
Buckshot wants to relax after performing


Into Bob Marley, slow down hardly
Buckshot will take inspiration from Bob Marley's laid-back attitude


Thumping is a thug's world
Music is a vital part of the thug culture


I recognize 'cause I'm living in the bug world
Buckshot is familiar with the world of thugs


I got a letter from my girl in D.C.
Buckshot has received a message from someone important in Washington D.C.


She put me on the scoop about bitches around me
Buckshot is given information about women in his circle


All of a sudden, I peeped the ones fronting
Buckshot realizes that some people are pretending to be his friends


It be in the front line of mind
The idea is always present in Buckshot's mind


But in the end, there's always time
He will always have the opportunity to deal with these issues


I'm just the type to stay original
Buckshot wants to remain unique


Fuck biting off the next man, it's pitiful
Copying someone else's work is pathetic


P.O.S.: power over suckers
Buckshot wants to have power over those who try to bring him down


In this rap game, my nickname be dirty chuckers
His nickname in the rap game is Dirty Chucker


Mr. Buckshot, rock the triathalon of rap
Buckshot is a great rapper and performer


Squeezing like a python to break your back
Buckshot's skills are so great that he can overpower others


Check the facts for the illy verse
Listen closely to Buckshot's music to appreciate what he does


About reality, you want another one?
Do you want another dose of reality through Buckshot's music?


I need your hands first
If you agree with Buckshot's message, show your support first


Throw your hands in the air like this (3x)
Buckshot wants his listeners to get involved and raise their hands during his performance


Put your hands in the sky like this
Buckshot wants his listeners to put their hands as high as they can


Throw your hands in the air like this (4x)
Buckshot wants his listeners to get involved and raise their hands during his performance




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Written by: STINSTON, CURTIS MAYFIELD, KENYATTA BLAKE, WALT DEWGARDE JR, Walt Dewgarde

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