Tequila Sunrise
Cypress Hill䘠 Lyrics


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Word up, Tequila style eat the worm motherfucker
Tequila spice, hot nice
Feeling right, sipping on Jose Cuervo
Down in Tiajuana, Mexico
Thinking of the big score the night before
Met the connect, who was impressively dressed
In high fabrics
With troops like Babe Ruth, up on the mezzanine
Brandishing sub-machine guns, aye-yo
It's all about the money, son
Now that's the only reason
We came south of the border, to complete this work order
We gotta get it, no looking back, going all out for it
Ready to attack, die in a minute flat for it
As God is my witness, we got ditches
For all you motherfuckin fake bitches
It all boils down to the business
Nothing personal, when niggas acting like they helping you
I fuckin blast you like Frank Castle, motherfucker!

Tequila Sunrise, bloodshot eyes
Realize we're all born to die
So get the money nigga!
Tequila Sunrise, bloodshot eyes
Realize we're all born to die
So get the money nigga!

I never knew money like this, in the palm of my hand
'Til I met the man with mad hook-up, and big plan
Every where you look'a, he got everybody shook up
Running for cover, the big bad WOOF, motherfucker
He was like a father figure, show me the bigger picture
Fuck slingin' on the corner, don't let the pigs get you
Not like these fools who don't comprehend
You end up doing a twenty-five bit in the pen
You got that? Getting your cup, I took a swig
The bitter taste of the 'mezcal', free worm shit
Droppin' a lesson, he slapped my face, he said listen
Pay attention brotha, you're my ace, but don't ever question
Just do what I say, and you'll be rich
And keep this in your mind: rats lay in a ditch with no spine
Don't ever forget that golden rule in the game
Cheers, they all know your name, it's like fame
Why, women and money don't mix, like drinking an' driving
Watch those conniving women and keep your eye out
Always be aware of what's around you
They wanna down you, and fuckin clown you
Keep your shit in order the money won't stop
Pretty soon you'll be on top

Tequila Sunrise, bloodshot eyes
Realize we're all born to die
So get the money nigga!
Tequila Sunrise, bloodshot eyes
Realize we're all born to die
So get the money nigga!

Tequila Sunrise, with the bloodshot eyes
My, my, my, how time flies and goes by, surprise!
My mentor passed on and passed a warn to me, emergency
For my enemies who wanna murder me
Eat the worm, motherfucker, while you burn, motherfucker
Better kill me, don't let me return, motherfucker
Trust no man, cause I'll be back, you understand?
With a plan, and my ice in hand, I want it all
I recall the words from Jesus, you are the Juice
Better go get it, don't let it get to your head, embed it
Let these words stick, you better be ready to die
Now take a fucking sip, caution it, but I never lie

Tequila Sunrise, bloodshot eyes
Realize we're all born to die
So get the money nigga!
Tequila Sunrise, bloodshot eyes




Realize we're all born to die
So get the money nigga!

Overall Meaning

"Tequila Sunrise" by Cypress Hill is a powerful song about the pursuit of power and wealth, as well as the dangers that arise from it. The infamous tequila sunrise cocktail is used as a metaphor for the bloodshot eyes of those who have been up all night hustling and scheming, trying to make a quick fortune. The song takes place in Tijuana, Mexico, where the singer has arrived with a group of associates to pull off a score. They have met with a well-connected man who can help them make a lot of money, but it comes with a catch - they must do whatever it takes to get the job done, even if it means killing someone.


The song's opening lines, "Word up, Tequila style eat the worm motherfucker / Tequila spice, hot nice / Feeling right, sipping on Jose Cuervo" sets the tone for the rest of the track. The singer and his associates are ready to do whatever it takes to complete their mission and make as much money as possible. As they move deeper into the underworld of Tijuana, the stakes get higher and the danger becomes more pronounced. The singer warns his associates to always be on their guard and not get caught up in the allure of money and power.


Overall, "Tequila Sunrise" is a cautionary tale that shows the darker side of the pursuit of wealth and power. It is a powerful song that warns listeners about the dangers of greed and the lures of material success.


Line by Line Meaning

Word up, Tequila style eat the worm motherfucker
Cheers, Tequila worm-style, let's do this


Tequila spice, hot nice
Tequila is spicy, but nice and enjoyable


Feeling right, sipping on Jose Cuervo
Feeling good while drinking Jose Cuervo Tequila


Down in Tiajuana, Mexico
In Tijuana, Mexico


Thinking of the big score the night before
Thinking about the profitable score from the previous night


Met the connect, who was impressively dressed
Met the person who could facilitate the transaction, who had a stylish and impressive appearance


In high fabrics
Wearing expensive and high-quality clothing


With troops like Babe Ruth, up on the mezzanine
With heavily armed associates positioned strategically like Babe Ruth in a high spot


Brandishing sub-machine guns, aye-yo
Showing off sub-machine guns


It's all about the money, son
The sole purpose is to make money


Now that's the only reason
Money is the only motivation


We came south of the border, to complete this work order
We came to Mexico to complete a business deal


We gotta get it, no looking back, going all out for it
We need to get the money no matter what, with no hesitation or regrets


Ready to attack, die in a minute flat for it
Prepared to fight and risk death for the money


As God is my witness, we got ditches
We have dug graves for those who betray us


For all you motherfuckin fake bitches
For anyone who is disloyal and deceitful


It all boils down to the business
Everything is about making money


Nothing personal, when niggas acting like they helping you
It's all business, even when people pretend to be helpful


I fuckin blast you like Frank Castle, motherfucker!
I will shoot you like Frank Castle (an assassin from Marvel Comics)


Tequila Sunrise, bloodshot eyes
Drinking Tequila so much that eyes are red and swollen


Realize we're all born to die
We all know that we will eventually die


So get the money nigga!
So focus on making money


I never knew money like this, in the palm of my hand
I never had so much money before


'Til I met the man with mad hook-up, and big plan
Until I met the person with the connections and the ambitious plan


Every where you look'a, he got everybody shook up
Everyone is intimidated by him


Running for cover, the big bad WOOF, motherfucker
People are scared and hiding from him


He was like a father figure, show me the bigger picture
He was like a mentor, teaching me about the bigger picture


Fuck slingin' on the corner, don't let the pigs get you
Don't deal drugs on the street corner, don't get caught by the police


Not like these fools who don't comprehend
Not like the foolish people who don't understand


You end up doing a twenty-five bit in the pen
You end up serving a long prison sentence


You got that? Getting your cup, I took a swig
Do you understand? I take a drink from my cup


The bitter taste of the 'mezcal', free worm shit
The unpleasant taste of 'mezcal' with a free worm in it


Droppin' a lesson, he slapped my face, he said listen
Giving a lesson, he slapped my face to emphasize his point


Pay attention brotha, you're my ace, but don't ever question
Pay attention, you're important to me, but don't doubt me


Just do what I say, and you'll be rich
Follow my instructions and you will become wealthy


And keep this in your mind: rats lay in a ditch with no spine
Remember this: disloyal people end up alone and powerless


Don't ever forget that golden rule in the game
Never forget the important rule in this business


Cheers, they all know your name, it's like fame
Cheers, everyone knows who you are, like a celebrity


Why, women and money don't mix, like drinking an' driving
Women and money don't go together, like drinking and driving


Watch those conniving women and keep your eye out
Be careful of manipulative women and be vigilant


Always be aware of what's around you
Stay alert to what's happening around you


They wanna down you, and fuckin clown you
They want to undermine and make fun of you


Keep your shit in order the money won't stop
Stay organized so the money keeps coming


Pretty soon you'll be on top
Soon you will become very successful


My mentor passed on and passed a warn to me, emergency
My mentor died and left me an urgent warning


For my enemies who wanna murder me
For those who want to kill me


Eat the worm, motherfucker, while you burn, motherfucker
Eat the worm from the Tequila bottle, while experiencing pain


Better kill me, don't let me return, motherfucker
You better kill me, don't let me come back


Trust no man, cause I'll be back, you understand?
Don't trust anyone, because I'll come back, you know?


With a plan, and my ice in hand, I want it all
With a plan and my diamonds, I want everything


I recall the words from Jesus, you are the Juice
I remember the words from Jesus, saying I am great


Better go get it, don't let it get to your head, embed it
Go get what you want, and don't let it make you arrogant, internalize it


Let these words stick, you better be ready to die
Remember these words, you should be ready to die


Now take a fucking sip, caution it, but I never lie
Now take a drink, but be cautious, I'm telling the truth




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LARRY MUGGERUD, LOUIS M. FREEZE, SENEN REYES

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