Off The Hook
Charlie Wilson/James E. DeBarge/Snoop Dogg/Val Young Lyrics
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from Gridlock'd Soundtrack
[Snoop]
Um, um, um (Ha, ha, ha)
It's goin' down (Ha, ha, ha)
[All]
It's off the hook baby (Yeaaah) (It's off the hook), ow!
(Yeah, it's goin' down, it's a party why'all)
(OW!) It's off the hook (Yeah, it's goin' down, it's a party) WOOO!
It's off the hook (It's goin' down why'all, it's goin' down)
[Hook]
Nah-nah, nah, nah, nah
Nah, nah, nah-nah, nah, nah, nah
It's off the hook, it's off the hook
Nah-nah, nah, nah, nah
Nah, nah, nah-nah, nah, nah, nah
It's off the hook, it's off the hook
[Charlie Wilson]
I stepped in the joint, it's Friday night
2 or 3 niggas down shootin' dice
It's off the hook, it's off the hook, ooh
4 or 5 cuties walkin' in the door
Come shakin' ass all across the floor
It's off the hook, it's off the hook, nah, nah, nah-nah-nah-nah
Sing the song, it's off the hook
[Hook]
Nah-nah, nah, nah, nah
Nah, nah, nah-nah, nah, nah, nah
It's off the hook baby, it's off the hook (Yeah)
Nah-nah, nah, nah, nah
Nah, nah, nah-nah, nah, nah, nah
It's off the hook baby, it's off the hook (Yeah it's goin' down
[Charlie Wilson]
Lil' blue funkin' ridin' hood
With no man is up to no good
It's off the hook, she's off the hook oooooh
It's off the hook baby
Bumpin' bumpin' wall to wall
We gonna bump till we see that fall
[Hook]
It's off the hook, the hook
She's off the hook, you
Nah-nah, nah, nah, nah
Nah, nah, nah-nah, nah, nah, nah
It's off the hook, it's off the
The song "Off the Hook" is an upbeat party anthem that celebrates the freedom and excitement of dancing and having fun. The lyrics describe a lively and crowded party where people are dancing, flirting and letting loose. When Charlie Wilson enters the joint on a Friday night, he finds a lively atmosphere with people shooting dice and dancing to the music. As he watches the cuties walk in and shake their asses all across the floor, he can't help but feel that the party is "off the hook". He then proceeds to sing the song's catchy hook, which is all about how the party is "off the hook".
Val Young and James E. DeBarge later join in, adding their own unique voices to the song's celebratory vibe. They describe Lil' Blue Funkin' Ridin' Hood and her friends who are "bumpin' bumpin' wall to wall". The song's refrain emphasizes the party's energy and excitement, urging people to let go and enjoy themselves. The song captures the essence of a fun-filled party and the need for everyone to take a break and enjoy life.
Line by Line Meaning
Um, um, um (Ha, ha, ha)
Snoop Dogg is excited about something and it's about to happen.
It's goin' down (Ha, ha, ha)
Something big is happening, and Snoop Dogg is excited about it.
Ooooh, it's always
There's always something exciting and fun happening at this place.
It's off the hook baby (Yeaaah) (It's off the hook), ow!
This place is amazing and full of energy, and everyone is having a great time.
(Yeah, it's goin' down, it's a party why'all)
The energy and vibe of the place is at its peak, and everyone is enjoying the moment.
(OW!) It's off the hook (Yeah, it's goin' down, it's a party) WOOO!
Everyone is wild and having lots of fun at this party.
It's off the hook (It's goin' down why'all, it's goin' down)
Things are getting crazier and more intense, and everyone is into it.
Nah-nah, nah, nah, nah
A catchy vocal hook that adds to the upbeat energy.
Nah, nah, nah-nah, nah, nah, nah
The hook is repeated to amplify the fun vibe of this place.
It's off the hook, it's off the hook
The energy level of the place is high and everyone is enjoying themselves.
I stepped in the joint, it's Friday night
Charlie Wilson is describing the time and place where this song is set.
2 or 3 niggas down shootin' dice
The party is in full swing, and some people are playing gambling games.
4 or 5 cuties walkin' in the door
Several beautiful women are arriving, and the party is getting even better.
Come shakin' ass all across the floor
The women are dancing suggestively and adding to the excitement of the party.
Sing the song, it's off the hook
The excitement of the party is so great that it's worth singing about.
It's off the hook baby, it's off the hook (Yeah)
Everyone is having an incredible time, and the vibe is so fun and exciting.
Lil' blue funkin' ridin' hood
Charlie Wilson is describing one of the women at the party who is wearing a blue outfit.
With no man is up to no good
The woman seems to be there without a male companion, which could mean trouble.
It's off the hook, she's off the hook oooooh
The woman is very attractive and is adding to the fun atmosphere of the party.
Bumpin' bumpin' wall to wall
The party is crowded, and people are dancing and enjoying themselves everywhere.
We gonna bump till we see that fall
Everyone is going to keep dancing until they physically can't anymore.
She's off the hook, you
The woman that Charlie Wilson talked about earlier is still causing a stir and is still off the hook (extremely attractive).
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DELMAR ARNAUD, CALVIN BROADUS, VAL YOUNG
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