You Oughta Know
Das Racist Lyrics


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You should never argue with a crazy mi-mi-mi-mi-mi-man
You oughta know by now, you oughta know by you can pay

Is that all you get for your money

Na-na-na-na-na-na-na-na you oughta know by now
You should never argue with a crazy ma-ma-ma-ma-ma-ma
You oughta knowwwww-da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da
You na never argue with a crazy na-na-na-na-na-na
You oughta know by now
You should never argue widdo doo-doo-da-da-da-da
Okay, okay

Chasin' venture paper, like what Twitter get

When I'm gassed on my own black pass, like how a wigger get
I like to slow it down with a marijuana cigarette
Occasionally with powders in it
Yes talcum fresh
Yeah good hair
You could say I'm Malcolm-esque
Like the tresses like the dresses flowy and sexy
Spin-off, blow up, Joanie and Chechny
Ride MARTA to this Georgia Dome
Caucasian wars cream topical like cortisone
Leave a message on my phone
I'm only sort of home
The rest of me is in sort of in the zone where the Dodos roam
They're all up on the tube no protostome
Hacksaw, slack-jawed, like they short a chromosome
Leave your boy alone like Michael Latoya Holmes
A rich interior world's a joy to own, cause

I get around like a vinyl





All sales final
Lionel Richie
I'm so gangsta, prissy
Chicks don't wanna fuck with me
Yet me people seem to let me
Get away with wildin' like I won an Emmy
Grammy, Tony, Oscar rasta impostors

Public freak-outs, if you got a problem, find me, speak out, speak out
Dead in the middle of little Idli, Sambar, Dosa
Told ya, find me blowing dolga
No more smoking
Doja
You should know now
Know how I do what I do

I drink, I think, I chew two blues, one pink

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Das Racist's song "You Oughta Know" appear to be a stream of consciousness, with references to various subjects and events. The refrain warns against arguing with a crazy person, asserting that it is a waste of time and money. The verses contain a variety of cultural references, including Twitter, marijuana, and Malcolm X. The line "I get around like a vinyl" could refer to Tupac's song "I Get Around," which makes a similar comparison between vinyl records and promiscuous behavior. The final line about drinking and taking blue and pink pills could be an allusion to drug use.


The overall message of the song seems to be that the world is full of distractions and craziness, and that it is important to stay focused on one's own goals and passions. The references to Malcolm X and racial identity suggest that the song is also about self-discovery and empowerment. Additionally, the use of slang and playful wordplay gives the song a lighthearted and irreverent tone.


Line by Line Meaning

You should never argue with a crazy mi-mi-mi-mi-mi-man
It is unwise to engage in a disagreement with an unstable person.


You oughta know by now, you oughta know by you can pay
It is common knowledge that money talks.


Is that all you get for your money
Are you not getting value for the money you're spending?


Na-na-na-na-na-na-na-na you oughta know by now
You should be aware of this fact by now.


You should never argue with a crazy ma-ma-ma-ma-ma-ma
Engaging in an argument with an insane person is not logical.


You oughta knowwwww-da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da
You should already be aware of the fact.


You na never argue with a crazy na-na-na-na-na-na
It is never a good idea to engage in an argument with someone who is unstable.


You oughta know by now
This is commonly known information.


You should never argue widdo doo-doo-da-da-da-da
Disagreeing with someone who is insane is pointless.


Chasin' venture paper, like what Twitter get
Pursuing business opportunities, similar to how Twitter operates, is a common pursuit.


When I'm gassed on my own black pass, like how a wigger get
When I am confident in my authenticity, like a white person acting black, it boosts my ego.


I like to slow it down with a marijuana cigarette
I enjoy smoking marijuana to help me relax.


Occasionally with powders in it
Sometimes I mix other substances in my marijuana to enhance the high.


Yes talcum fresh
I am fresh and clean.


Yeah good hair
I have good-looking hair.


You could say I'm Malcolm-esque
One could compare me to Malcolm X.


Like the tresses like the dresses flowy and sexy
I appreciate hairstyles and clothing that are loose and attractive.


Spin-off, blow up, Joanie and Chechny
I aim to create new opportunities and make a big impact, similar to Joan of Arc and the Chechen wars.


Ride MARTA to this Georgia Dome
I use the MARTA public transit system to travel to the Georgia Dome stadium.


Caucasian wars cream topical like cortisone
The conflicts between white people are shallow and superficial.


Leave a message on my phone
If I am not home, you can leave a message on my answering machine.


I'm only sort of home
I may not be fully present or engaged when I am at home.


The rest of me is in sort of in the zone where the Dodos roam
I am in a state of mind where I feel creative and productive.


They're all up on the tube no protostome
I am not impressed by people who appear on television.


Hacksaw, slack-jawed, like they short a chromosome
I find people who lack intelligence and critical thinking skills to be unimpressive.


Leave your boy alone like Michael Latoya Holmes
Leave me alone, like Michael Jackson, Latoya Jackson, and Sherlock Holmes.


A rich interior world's a joy to own, cause
Being introspective and having a rich inner life is a source of happiness and fulfillment.


I get around like a vinyl
I travel often and am constantly on the move.


All sales final
No refunds or exchanges are possible once a sale is made.


Lionel Richie
Referencing the singer Lionel Richie.


I'm so gangsta, prissy
I am a paradox, appearing both tough and feminine.


Chicks don't wanna fuck with me
Women are not interested in pursuing a sexual relationship with me.


Yet me people seem to let me
Despite this, others allow me to be myself.


Get away with wildin' like I won an Emmy
I am able to behave freely and do what I want like I have won an Emmy award.


Grammy, Tony, Oscar rasta impostors
These prestigious awards are often given to unworthy people.


Public freak-outs, if you got a problem, find me, speak out, speak out
If you have an issue with me, confront me directly rather than causing a scene in public.


Dead in the middle of little Idli, Sambar, Dosa
I am in the heart of the Indian food scene, surrounded by dishes like Idli, Sambar, and Dosa.


Told ya, find me blowing dolga
I warned you that I can be found consuming marijuana.


No more smoking
I have stopped smoking marijuana.


Doja
Slang term for marijuana.


You should know now
This is information that you should already be aware of.


Know how I do what I do
Understand my methods and approach to life.


I drink, I think, I chew two blues, one pink
I consume alcohol and contemplate life, while also taking prescription drugs to get high.




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