Serious
Ciro Sebastinelli/Petey Pablo/Timbaland Lyrics


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[Timbaland]
Wha-what what-what-wha-what, wha-what what what-wha-wha-what
Wha-what what-what-wha-what, what what what-wha-wha-what
Put in that thang, put me in that bank, whoo!
Put me in that drank, put me in that thang, what!
Put me in that drank, put me in that thang
Whoo! Whoo! Whoo! Freaky-freaky-freaky - uhh
Put me in that drank, put me in that game, YO
Put me in that Range, better yet that Phillies YO
Put me with them clothes, Coogie at the toes
Tim about to let us know - WHOA, WHOA, WHOA
Put me with them models, put me in new models YO
Gimme face lifts, manicures you silly hoe
You was bowlegged now you walk pigeon-toed
You came in the front, I kick you out the back do'
I'm a landlord, drug dealers cockroach(?)
Who got the forty-five, I got the crossroads(?)
I'm chillin in Cuba, chillin in the Pocanos
We some down-to-earth fools, who don't act first
We gettin rowdy and we bust them things yo
That's what you get, for messin with us country folk
I'm from V-A and I got it locked yo
I'm from V-A and I got it hot yo

[Chorus: Petey Pablo]
It's SERIOUS! We came to handle our business
Handle these niggaz, handle these bitches
It's SERIOUS! Only game we playin is ours
And we ain't gon' never foul out
[repeat 2X]
It's SERIOUS!

[Magoo]
Put me in that Lex', let her give me head in it
Put me in the room, hit her on the bed in it
Get me on the corner I'ma sell the whole load
Niggaz try to rock when the nine out unload
Unload my world like a St. Louie Ram
Put it down like a Florida at the screen jam(?)
why'all fuckin with the ultimate
Shit in the park punk and now you eatin it
Rip off your shine, take out the hardest line
You (?) me actin funny like a Valentine
You fuckin with wilderbeasts when you come to VA
You niggaz ain't even try I know you niggaz don't spray
UHH - put me on the corner liquor store with whores
A slice of white bread and a Mary Jane warehouse
I know I spit on the track, walk around a pimp fox
One all in my cash, rubbin on my fuckin socks

[Chorus]
[Timbaland]
Timbaland! I'm that man!
Watch that man! Stop that man!
Bitch, don't you dare grin
No favors, you been what I been
I'm a hot tomale no you a hot tomale
Don't give a hell what they say or read about me
I'm a rich man, invest in stock man
I buy land from the (freaky-freaky) white man
I move to Atlanta with Country Grammar
and move to 'bama with nails and hammers
to put the posters on Havannah
Move to China to move through miners
Then move to shirts, drawers, pants, and to the panty-liners
I got them cars, I got them thangs
I got them planes, I got a whole squad entertained
Timbaland, I'm the man
So ladies.. wave ya hands, what!





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ciro Sebastinelli/Petey Pablo/Timbaland's song "Serious" are packed with big boasts and confident assertions of status and swagger. Timbaland kicks off the track, rapping about all the material things he wants to be put in, from drinks to cars to models. He also makes it clear that he is not to be messed with, declaring himself a landlord and bragging about the weapons he has access to. Petey Pablo takes up the second verse, continuing the taunts by claiming that he and his crew are the only game in town, and that they're not afraid to handle any kind of business. Finally, Magoo's verse is characterized by violent imagery and displays of power, describing his willingness to sell drugs and to take on anyone who crosses him.


Overall, "Serious" is a song that celebrates the power and wealth of its performers, while also warning others to stay out of their way. The lyrics are full of bravado and aggression; the rappers seem to be daring anyone who doubts them to try and challenge their dominance. The song's beat and rhythm match its combative tone, providing a hard-hitting, forceful backdrop to the vocal tracks.


Line by Line Meaning

Wha-what what-what-wha-what, wha-what what what-wha-wha-what
Introducing himself, Timbaland is repeating various sounds of confusion and excitement for emphasis.


Put in that thang, put me in that bank, whoo!
Timbaland wants to be used, and put to work, even if that means being put into a financial institution.


Put me in that drank, put me in that thang, what!
Timbaland wants to be mixed in a drink or any other place where he can be consumed, to heighten the experience.


Put me in that drank, put me in that thang Whoo! Whoo! Whoo! Freaky-freaky-freaky - uhh
Timbaland continues to eagerly express that he wants to be put into different situations, adding a sense of excitement and freakiness to his request.


Put me in that game, YO Put me in that Range, better yet that Phillies YO
Timbaland wants to be part of the game, put in a Range Rover or the brand, Phillies, as he wants to be associated with high-value possessions.


Put me with them clothes, Coogie at the toes Tim about to let us know - WHOA, WHOA, WHOA
Timbaland wants to be part of the fashion scene, dressing in Coogie wearing or owning high-quality clothes, leading up to him exclaiming he's about to make a statement.


Put me with them models, put me in new models YO Gimme face lifts, manicures you silly hoe
Timbaland wants to be surrounded by models and be made to look pretty, calling a woman derogatory names if she denies him these things.


You was bowlegged now you walk pigeon-toed You came in the front, I kick you out the back do' I'm a landlord, drug dealers cockroach(?)
Timbaland is declaring his dominance and authority over people, noting how he can change someone's physical appearance and that he can kick anyone out from his metaphorical property, even those who consider themselves above the law.


Who got the forty-five, I got the crossroads(?) I'm chillin in Cuba, chillin in the Pocanos
Timbaland notes his affinity for possessing firearms and relaxation spots, name-dropping two very different environments he enjoys being in.


We some down-to-earth fools, who don't act first We gettin rowdy and we bust them things yo That's what you get, for messin with us country folk I'm from V-A and I got it locked yo I'm from V-A and I got it hot yo
Timbaland's last verse becomes a warning as he describes himself and his crew as people who don't act out of impulse, but rather will defend themselves if attacked, noting how he's a big deal from Virginia, and he has their reputation in the music industry on lock, due to his hotness.


It's SERIOUS! We came to handle our business Handle these niggaz, handle these bitches It's SERIOUS! Only game we playin is ours And we ain't gon' never foul out
Petey Pablo's chorus provides the title of the song, emphasizing that he means it very seriously that they're only around to handle what they need to and not get distracted by other external matters that don't concern them.


Put me in that Lex', let her give me head in it Put me in the room, hit her on the bed in it
Magoo's first verse is him describing in graphic detail how he wants to be in certain contexts, making it quite clear what he desires.


Get me on the corner I'ma sell the whole load Niggaz try to rock when the nine out unload Unload my world like a St. Louie Ram Put it down like a Florida at the screen jam(?)
Magoo explains his past as a drug dealer, hinting that he might still be doing it presently. He describes how he can handle any obstacle thrown his way, comparing his street-wisdom with various sports teams' tactics as a nod to his strength.


why'all fuckin with the ultimate Shit in the park punk and now you eatin it
Magoo considers himself to be the ultimate fighter or player, and implies that sometimes, things don't go as planned and you may have to 'eat crow', or put up with unforeseen circumstances.


Rip off your shine, take out the hardest line You (?) me actin funny like a Valentine
Magoo is confident he can take on anyone or anything that's considered difficult, and he doesn't tolerate anyone who mistreats him or their relationship.


You fuckin with wilderbeasts when you come to VA You niggaz ain't even try I know you niggaz don't spray
Magoo serves as the warning sign to be careful when coming to Virginia, indicating that people will eat you alive or rob you blind in those streets.


UHH - put me on the corner liquor store with whores A slice of white bread and a Mary Jane warehouse
Magoo's last verse is again explicit in stating that he wants lesser things or people, indicating his varied tastes.


Timbaland! I'm that man! Watch that man! Stop that man! Bitch, don't you dare grin No favors, you been what I been I'm a hot tomale no you a hot tomale
Timbaland's second verse becomes a declaration of sorts, signaling that he's the one to watch out for, and not the other way around. He wants no friendly gestures from those he considers beneath him and calls himself a spicy food item, referring to his hotness level again.


Don't give a hell what they say or read about me I'm a rich man, invest in stock man I buy land from the (freaky-freaky) white man
Timbaland doesn't care about his public image, instead choosing to focus on his accumulated wealth through investment, namely in the stock market, and ownership of land from white people, hinting at his past struggles as a minority owner in America.


I move to Atlanta with Country Grammar and move to 'bama with nails and hammers to put the posters on Havannah
Timbaland continues to list different places he's been to, or places where he is recognized as a musical influencer or trendsetter, putting up posters to show his new arrivals.


Move to China to move through miners Then move to shirts, drawers, pants, and to the panty-liners I got them cars, I got them thangs I got them planes, I got a whole squad entertained
Timbaland tells his story of rising up, moving to China, and eventually becoming a part of the fashion industry, entertaining a large group of people and having all of the luxury items he can ever need.


Timbaland, I'm the man So ladies.. wave ya hands, what!
Timbaland ends the song by reiterating his position as the man to know and be with, and encouraging the crowd to wave their arms in acknowledgment of his status.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MOSES III BARRETT, TIMOTHY Z. MOSLEY, MELVIN LEE BARCLIFF, MOSLEY WAVERLY GARLAND

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@omarion

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@courtneylane8932

Damn Omari, i really hope i can work with you one day ! this is giving O , man i'm proud of you and imma deff cover on my other chanel.

@wilsononu3765

No.1 entertainer

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@MahyCherieAmour

He literally brought R&B back with this song and he released the video in the perfect season while delivering a powerful message at the end of the video. So proud of him!

@TellemQShotYou

FACTS!

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@ldlhicks

ion know...sammie an vedo been holding it down while O been out...

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