Jokes On You
Clipse Feat. Fabolous Lyrics


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Make money money, make money money money, make money money, make money money money, make money Money, make money money money, make money money, make money money money you niggas got it twisted Man

[Chorus]
I'm like ha ha ha ha ha you niggas make me laugh,
C'mon if it don't make me math
I'm like ha ha ha ha ha what u can't take a joke,
Well I cant take being broke
I'm like ha ha ha ha ha, make money money money
Ha ha ha ha ha, make money money money

[Verse: Fabolous]
You niggas are comical, who me
I'm seven digits two comical on my mama fool
I'm getting this money and that kill'em
They looking at a pimp funny I'm Katt Williams
Money mike, I gets money on the mic
And some say I'm wild'n out
Bacardi styling out, pushing seven digits dialing
But I ain't gotta fucking choice
My money talks in a Chris Tucker voice
"and you know this man"
You a stand up rapper, hip hop comedian
I start laughing as soon as I put your cd in
You joke, you joke, you kid, you kid
Should have went to comedy central with the vids you did
But OK, you b.e.t. only if its comic view
Promise you I'm funny style I can be a comic too
I'm Marty Mar, at a auty mar
Cute snotty broad, tits like dolly par
Ed harty naw this is carty ma
But that was a good one, hardy har
Lambo Galardi car getting my last laugh haw

[Chorus]

[Verse: Pusha t's]
The jokes on you niggas
See the figures don't add up to the claims
You Sam Kinnison you just screaming names
My brother my partner for real like the wayans
Plus everything in live in living color
High rise checks diamonds the size of Robin Harris'
I Bebe kids my neck
You call it a tribute, a proof that I distribute
Sales was slow I got Paco to contribute
Some morals in each state, move weight, get caught, don't talk, Dave Chappelle niggas might break
So hilarious, how the chariots, carry us
Phantom is light gray sort of like ashy Larry is
King of the one liner lil' rhymers watch what you say
You just a potty mouth like Andrew dice clay
I pop collars on niggas, I drop dollars on niggas
I jell o's together I bill Cosby on niggas
Got you lost in the smoke I Micheal Connelly you niggas
I watch u verse from the fire I Richard Pryor you niggas
Said enough nigga sort of like Kramer
I'm joking you don't wanna see the anger Fab tell'em

[Chorus]

[Verse 2: Fabolous]
Mane look, the diamonds in your chain look
Funnier than Dane Cook, you hit the Sufi
I am to fly, in the booth I
Make joke of them, I ain't the richest nigga but I ain't broke as them
I'm serious, petty worth will make a man delirious like Eddie Murph
Girls get curious
Is he really funny, don't be silly honey
I'm the burner packing
Bernie macing
I ain't scared of you ma-fuckers kick ass
Hon stack thick ass
A deck of card v.i.p. section hard
They try to holla at me you know the heckler broads
I'm popping rose, I don't the neck to god
Don't front yo, I be in the front row
Watch your wise cracks or I'll be at your front door
And I push up on a female smoothly, in a GL but keep that on the D.L. Hughley
Lol this is Los
Oh no your money coming so slow guess this ma-fuckers a no show, oh oh oh





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The song Jokes On You by Clipse features Fabolous as a guest artist, and it is a satirical take on the rappers who make superficial claims and brag about their wealth. The song starts with a repetitive chorus that goes "make money money, make money money money," conveying the message of the importance of making money in the hip-hop industry. Pusha T's verse talks about how rappers exaggerate their wealth, and their figures don't add up to the claims. He compares his success to the realness of the Wayans brothers, and he takes a comedic approach to make fun of these superficial rappers. Fabolous's verse takes on a more playful tone and highlights how ridiculous some of the claims these rappers make are. He pokes fun at the diamonds in their chains, their lack of humor, and their outlandish behavior. He also mentions various comedians such as Eddie Murphy and Dave Chappelle to add validity to his argument that these rappers should focus on comedy rather than rap.


Overall, Clipse's Jokes On You is a witty and sarcastic critique of rappers who exaggerate their wealth and success. The song's repetitiveness in the chorus and the use of comedic references adds to the song's overall satirical tone.


Line by Line Meaning

Make money money, make money money money, make money money, make money money money, make money Money, make money money money, make money money, make money money money you niggas got it twisted Man
The singer emphasizes the importance of making money efficiently and disapproves of those who do it shabbily.


I'm like ha ha ha ha ha you niggas make me laugh,
The singer ridicules the unrealistic expectations that some people have regarding the money-making process.


C'mon if it don't make me math
The singer suggests that he is reluctant to engage in unprofitable ventures or investments.


I'm like ha ha ha ha ha what u can't take a joke,
The artist finds it amusing that some people cannot tolerate a humorous comment or a joke.


Well I cant take being broke
The artist admits that he cannot afford to be broke or financially insecure.


I'm like ha ha ha ha ha, make money money money
The singer reiterates the importance of making money consistently and efficiently.


Ha ha ha ha ha, make money money money
The singer emphasizes the importance of making money consistently and efficiently.


You niggas are comical, who me
The artist finds it ironic that some people consider him comical, given his success and wealth.


I'm seven digits two comical on my mama fool
The artist implies that his wealth and income are so high that people find it hard to believe he is serious.


I'm getting this money and that kill'em
The artist emphasizes his determination to work hard and succeed financially.


They looking at a pimp funny I'm Katt Williams
The singer compares himself to the comedian Katt Williams, who is known for his humorous and controversial jokes.


Money mike, I gets money on the mic
The artist boasts about his ability to make money through his talents and skills.


And some say I'm wild'n out
The singer acknowledges that some people find him reckless or impulsive.


Bacardi styling out, pushing seven digits dialing
The singer boasts about his extravagant lifestyle and high income.


But I ain't gotta fucking choice
The singer implies that he is driven by his ambition to succeed and make money.


My money talks in a Chris Tucker voice
The artist suggests that his wealth and success are so significant that they are equivalent to Chris Tucker's iconic voice.


'and you know this man'
The artist imitates Chris Tucker's famous catchphrase from the movie 'Friday.'


You a stand up rapper, hip hop comedian
The singer ridicules those who consider themselves rappers but rely more on comedic performances than their musical skills.


I start laughing as soon as I put your cd in
The singer finds it amusing that some rappers have no musical or lyrical talent.


You joke, you joke, you kid, you kid
The artist mocks those who try to pass off as professional rappers but lack the skills and experience.


Should have went to comedy central with the vids you did
The artist suggests that some rappers are more suited for comedic performances than music videos.


But OK, you b.e.t. only if its comic view
The artist suggests that some rappers are only successful because of their comedic performances on television shows like BET's Comic View.


Promise you I'm funny style I can be a comic too
The singer implies that he could easily transition from a rapper to a comedian if he wanted to.


I'm Marty Mar, at a auty mar
The artist reveals his stage name (Marty Mar) and suggests that he is successful and wealthy enough to afford an Audi car.


Cute snotty broad, tits like dolly par
The singer describes an attractive woman with large breasts, comparing her to the famous country singer Dolly Parton.


Ed harty naw this is carty ma
The singer corrects himself and reveals the name of his car (Cartier) instead of the incorrect one he mentioned earlier (Hardy).


But that was a good one, hardy har
The singer acknowledges a good joke and imitates a characteristic laugh.


Lambo Galardi car getting my last laugh haw
The artist boasts about owning a Lamborghini Gallardo car and suggests that he has achieved his financial goals.


Mane look, the diamonds in your chain look
The artist criticizes the poor quality or aesthetics of someone's jewelry or attire.


Funnier than Dane Cook, you hit the Sufi
The singer compares someone's sense of humor to that of comedian Dane Cook, suggesting that it is poor or unfunny. They also suggest that to have poor humor is comparable to being punched in the face.


I am to fly, in the booth I
The singer suggests that they are confident and successful, especially in their musical performances or recordings.


Make joke of them, I ain't the richest nigga but I ain't broke as them
The artist states their belief that it is better to make fun of others than to be broke or financially insecure.


I'm serious, petty worth will make a man delirious like Eddie Murph
The artist acknowledges that finances can be a serious matter and that being poor or struggling can have severe consequences (delirium). They also compare this situation to a skit from the Eddie Murphy movie 'Delirious.'


Girls get curious
The artist suggests that wealth and income can be attractive to women.


Is he really funny, don't be silly honey
The singer suggests that they are confident in their sense of humor and that others should recognize it.


I'm the burner packing, Bernie macing
The artist reveals that they have a gun (burner) and pepper spray (Bernie macing) for self-defense or protection.


I ain't scared of you ma-fuckers kick ass
The singer suggests that they are not afraid to fight or defend themselves against others.


Hon stack thick ass
The singer suggests that they have a significant amount of money (a hundred thousand or more) and that they are attractive and well-endowed.


A deck of card v.i.p. section hard
The singer describes their exclusive access to a VIP section in a club, and suggests that they are wealthy enough to play expensive card games.


They try to holla at me you know the heckler broads
The artist implies that they attract attention from women, including those who might try to insult or heckle them.


I'm popping rose, I don't the neck to god
The artist boasts about drinking expensive champagne (rosé) and suggests that they are not afraid of God's judgment or punishment.


Don't front yo, I be in the front row
The singer suggests that they are successful and wealthy enough to afford front-row seats in a concert or event.


Watch your wise cracks or I'll be at your front door
The singer warns others to be careful about making disrespectful or humorous comments, or else they will face consequences.


And I push up on a female smoothly, in a GL but keep that on the D.L. Hughley
The artist reveals that they can easily approach and charm women (push up) and do it in a discreet or secretive manner (keep that on the DL). They make a pun on the comedian D.L. Hughley's name.


I'm joking you don't wanna see the anger Fab tell'em
The artist suggests that they have a temper and are not afraid to show it.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DON CANNON, JOHN JACKSON, TERRENCE THORNTON, BO HANSSON, KENNY HAAKANSSON

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