Treat 'Em Right
Chubb Rock Lyrics


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Nineteen ninety, Chubb Rock jumps up on the scene
with a lean and a pocket full of green
The green doesn't symbolize I made it on the top
But Robocop last year was a shock
The tone of the Popeye cut shook your butt
Kids are screaming; the media says, "What...
kind of music is this for you to dance to?"
The man with the plan and the man demands you
Leave the smack and the crack for the wack
Or the vile and the nine; keep a smile like that
Leave the knife and the gun in the store
and ignore temptation, sent by the nation
Racial gain causes pain; need a new rep
In your hearts and minds never forget Yusef
Hawkins
And you're walking
You don't just run
Black on black; remember that; it's important
Anyway the shunless one brings forth the fun
No hatred; the summer's almost done
No time for sleep
Jump in your Jeep
And pump up the funky beat a whole week
Beeper goes off yo smash it and trash it
You're too young to be plumped in a casket
Just get your boys and bring the noise
And just swing it
And party people, sing it

Treat me right
I'll treat you good

Kids in the crib want dibs on the big man
"Can he come out? Can he come out and slam a jam?
"I'm his number one fan, yes I am"
All these kids realize that I'm the man
Six foot three and maybe a quarter of an inch bigger
Than last year, but still a unique figure
Rob Swinger, Doc No, Dinky, and Hot Dog know
That I'm a man who was born to have a mic on
Next to me at all time; ready to kick a rhyme
That will keep me out of financial bind
That's why when it comes to fans I'm never mean
Kids on St. James between Gates and Greene
Always say hello, cause I'm a modest fellow
Never try to play a super star that's hollow
Cause if these kids don't go buy our records
We'll be has-beens - and plus naked
So we owe them, to pull out your pen
Sign an autograph; you might make a new friend
So just get your boys and bring the noise and just swing it
And party people in the house, sing it

Treat me right
I'll treat you good

Party people in the house, listen up
I'm the man with the plan and the man rips it up
Peace to Howie Tee, good lookin', gee
Swinger, Hot Dog, Doc No, Bud, Ev Lover, Dinky
Fish and chips with the hippy hippy hips
Before the tune ends, give me some lips (ah!)
Sanity Crystal, my niece
And Lady Kazam, my homegirl, peace
And leave the guns and have fun; out!
And oh yeah, sing it

Treat me right
I'll treat you good

Break

Well coming back
To nineteen ninety
Chubb Rock jumps up on the scene with a lean and a hardcore dream
The dream wasn't crafted to be pornographic
Decency started from the crib, plus kids
Don't need to hear all of that on the rap
The strength of my vibe placed Chubbs on the map
Cause authority, seniority goes far
My staff gives autographs plus gives nuff laughs
Read my mic, heed my sight, and definitely lead you right
Just treat me right
Peace

Treat me right




Treat me right
Treat me right

Overall Meaning

The song “Treat 'em Right” by Chubb Rock was released in 1990 and provides a commentary on the importance of treating people with respect and kindness. Chubb Rock jumps up on the scene in 1990 with a lean and a pocket full of green; however, he emphasizes that the green does not symbolize he made it to the top, but a Robocop movie shock from the last year. The Popeye cut is referred to as it shook your butt, and kids are screaming in response to that. The media is questioning what kind of music is it that they're dancing to, but Chubb reinforces that man demands to leave the smack, crack, knife, and gun in the store and ignore the temptation sent by the nation; he declares that racial gain causes pain and we need a new reputation in our hearts and minds. Chubb reflects on the Yusef Hawkins case, where a black teenager was killed, and he advises walking and not just running. He emphasizes on avoiding violence by saying that no time is there for sleep when summer is almost done; therefore, people should just jump on their Jeeps and pump up the funky beat for a whole week. Chubb urges party people to treat him right and he will treat them good.


He is not just telling people to treat him right, but the song "Treat 'em Right" is telling the listeners to treat everyone right. Chubb explains that when he performs, kids on St. James between Gates and Greene always say hello because he does not play a superstar that's hollow. Chubb describes how if the kids don't go buy their records, they will be has-beens- and plus naked, so he owes them, and he reminds people to sign an autograph as they might make a new friend. He mentions the people he knows in the industry, like Howie Tee, Swinger, Hot Dog, Doc No, Budd, Ev Lover, Dinky, Crystal, and Lady Kazam. In essence, Chubb is shouting out his people and is urging people to have fun while leaving the guns behind.


Line by Line Meaning

Nineteen ninety, Chubb Rock jumps up on the scene with a lean and a pocket full of green
Chubb Rock is entering the music scene, but he's not yet reached the top. He has a little money as he trips onto the stage.


The green doesn't symbolize I made it on the top But Robocop last year was a shock
Chubb Rock's green money represents his humble beginnings, not his success. The movie Robocop was a surprise hit.


The tone of the Popeye cut shook your butt Kids are screaming; the media says, "What... kind of music is this for you to dance to?"
The rhythmic beat of Chubb Rock's music gets people moving. Even though kids enjoy his tunes, the media criticize it for being danceable.


The man with the plan and the man demands you Leave the smack and the crack for the wack Or the vile and the nine; keep a smile like that Leave the knife and the gun in the store and ignore temptation, sent by the nation
Chubb Rock suggests that people should resist the temptation of drugs and violence. He wants them to keep smiling and avoid carrying harmful weapons.


Racial gain causes pain; need a new rep In your hearts and minds never forget Yusef Hawkins And you're walking You don't just run Black on black; remember that; it's important
Chubb Rock believes that racial discrimination leads to unnecessary suffering. He reminds people to keep Yusef Hawkins in their thoughts and walk instead of run. He warns against violence within the Black community.


Anyway the shunless one brings forth the fun No hatred; the summer's almost done No time for sleep Jump in your Jeep And pump up the funky beat a whole week
Chubb Rock wants people to have fun and enjoy themselves. He suggests they forget about negativity and listen to his music. They should be energetic and enjoy summer vibes.


Beeper goes off yo smash it and trash it You're too young to be plumped in a casket Just get your boys and bring the noise And just swing it And party people, sing it
Chubb Rock warns about the danger of being too young and careless with drugs or other harmful things. He encourages people to have fun with friends and sing along with his song.


Treat me right I'll treat you good
Chubb Rock values reciprocal respect. He suggests that if someone treats him with respect, he will return the favor.


Kids in the crib want dibs on the big man "Can he come out? Can he come out and slam a jam? "I'm his number one fan, yes I am" All these kids realize that I'm the man
Kids want attention from Chubb Rock and admire him. They appreciate his music and know he's a superstar.


Six foot three and maybe a quarter of an inch bigger Than last year, but still a unique figure Rob Swinger, Doc No, Dinky, and Hot Dog know That I'm a man who was born to have a mic on
Chubb Rock is a big man, and his friends support him. They know he's destined for greatness on the mic.


That will keep me out of financial bind That's why when it comes to fans I'm never mean Kids on St. James between Gates and Greene Always say hello, cause I'm a modest fellow Never try to play a super star that's hollow Cause if these kids don't go buy our records We'll be has-beens - and plus naked So we owe them, to pull out your pen Sign an autograph; you might make a new friend
Chubb Rock's music keeps him financially stable. He remains humble towards fans who approach him on the street. He knows that fans supporting his music is essential to his success.


Party people in the house, listen up I'm the man with the plan and the man rips it up Peace to Howie Tee, good lookin', gee Swinger, Hot Dog, Doc No, Bud, Ev Lover, Dinky Fish and chips with the hippy hippy hips Before the tune ends, give me some lips (ah!) Sanity Crystal, my niece And Lady Kazam, my homegirl, peace And leave the guns and have fun; out! And oh yeah, sing it
Chubb Rock declares he's the man when it comes to music. He gives shoutouts to his friends and family. He wants people to have a good time and leave their weapons at home.


Well coming back To nineteen ninety Chubb Rock jumps up on the scene with a lean and a hardcore dream The dream wasn't crafted to be pornographic Decency started from the crib, plus kids Don't need to hear all of that on the rap The strength of my vibe placed Chubbs on the map Cause authority, seniority goes far My staff gives autographs plus gives nuff laughs Read my mic, heed my sight, and definitely lead you right Just treat me right Peace
Chubb Rock returns his focus to nineteen ninety. He repeats his entrance onto the music scene from earlier but places an emphasis on his non-pornographic music. He is proud of his music's influence and promotes his positive lyrics. He reminds people to treat him with respect and peace.


Treat me right Treat me right Treat me right
Chubb Rock reiterates his requests for respect and equality towards him and others.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: RICHARD ANTHONY SIMPSON, MCKINLEY JACKSON, MELVIN STEALS, MERVIN STEALS, HOWARD THOMPSON

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