What's Going On?
Denney & Mekon Lyrics

What's going on Mekon?
A questioning of Mekon's current situation and intentions, wanting to know what's happening

You told me put you on, so baby you're on
Acknowledging that Mekon requested to be put on and is now part of the situation

And in a little while baby I'll be gone
Implying that the singer will be leaving soon after Mekon has been put in their position

So you better bring it on Mekon, bring it on
Encouraging Mekon to step up and bring their best to the situation

It's been a long time since you heard the voice
Establishing that it's been a while since the artist has been active in their field

Of the number one America and UK's choice
Reminding the audience of the singer's previous popularity and success in America and the UK

Mekon took a trip across the sea
Mekon travelled overseas

To find me, Shantay the queen of MC's
Mekon went to find the artist, who is indicated to be a highly skilled MC

Now that you know who exactly I be
Confirming the artist's identity

The R-O-X-A-N-N-E
Spelling out the artist's name

Last part Shantay
Confirming the singer's full name

And I don't play
Asserting that the artist is serious and professional

I hold it down overseas or around the way
Stating that the singer is successful and respected both locally and internationally

Whether I speak English, parlez-vous Francais
Indicating that the singer is multilingual and can communicate with various audiences

People just can't help but love Shantay
Asserting the singer's popularity and likability

Now you know just what I mean
Recapping the artist's previous statements

Ten years off the scene but all hail the queen
Acknowledging the artist's absence and asserting their expertise in their field

With Mekon on my team everyone getting green
Suggesting that Mekon's involvement will lead to financial success for all involved

Ripping up the radio and the club scene
Implying that the singer will be highly successful and influential in both the radio and club music scenes

Let me think, pass me my drink
Taking a moment to pause and reflect on the current situation

I heard the track, I just couldn't resist
Admitting to being drawn in by the music

To drop something like, this
Referring to the artist's upcoming rap verse

It's a bloody shame that it's late in the game
Expressing disappointment that the current situation has happened later in their career

All the ladies sound the same
Suggesting that there is a lack of originality and diversity in other artists' music

Man, who's to blame
Questioning who is at fault for this lack of diversity

Career down the drain
Referring to the decline or failure of some artists' careers

One minute of fame
Referring to the short-lived success of some artists

Going out like a flame
Referring to the sudden and abrupt end of some artists' careers

"Now you what's her name?"
A rhetorical question, implying that the artist believes that other artists' lack of originality makes them forgettable

I'm twice as nice as spice
Asserting the singer's superior skills and ability to stand out in a crowded field

I'm not scary or baby but I paid the price
Asserting that the singer has had to work hard to achieve their success, but is not intimidating or weak

There's, no need for me to brag, see
Asserting that the artist's previous statements have simply been facts and not boasting

I'm like Austin Powers they all wanna shag me
Using humor to suggest that the artist is highly desired and attractive

You know what's to do so come on, bring it on
Asserting that Mekon knows their role and should perform to the best of their abilities to contribute to the success of the team