SHAKE 88
Denzel Curry & Tay Keith Lyrics


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Nothin' but tutti-fruity
Get on the floor if you got that booty, booty
Nothin' but tutti-fruity
Get on the floor if you got that booty, booty
Well damn

She gon' shake that ass 'cause she only live once
She gon' smoke a blunt, then vibe to the front
She gon' shake that ass 'cause she only live once
She gon' smoke a blunt, then vibe to the front

She throw it back, hands on her knees
I got the racks, so bust the cheese
She love to dance, but not for free
So name the price, I'll pay the fee
You know that ass want it, I'll put this cash on it
The way you bounce that ass, you make them bitches mad, don't you?
You want somebody to come and take care your niece, uh
'Cause you a bad bitch and you don't fuck with fleas, uh
Hello?

Here's a little something 'bout a bitch like me
Rule number one, don't touch my weave
If I ain't pass, don't puff my weed
Niggas with money is all I need

She gon' shake that ass 'cause she only live once
She gon' smoke a blunt, then vibe to the front
She gon' shake that ass 'cause she only live once
She gon' smoke a blunt, then vibe to the front
She gon' shake that ass 'cause she only live once
She gon' smoke a blunt, then vibe to the front
She gon' shake that ass 'cause she only live once
She gon' smoke a blunt, then vibe to the front

You want somebody that will take you overseas, yeah
You want them ass shots, and want some double D's, yeah
You want all diamonds, tryna make your neck freeze, yeah
You want Chanel bags and want some double G's, yeah
You got that shit all in your bag
Got your ex on the side looking mad
You want somebody to come and take care your niece, uh
'Cause you a bad bitch and you don't fuck with fleas, uh
Hello?

Here's a little something 'bout a bitch like me
Rule number one, don't touch my weave
If I ain't pass, don't puff my weed
Niggas with money is all I need

She gon' shake that ass 'cause she only live once
She gon' smoke a blunt, then vibe to the front
She gon' shake that ass 'cause she only live once
She gon' smoke a blunt, then vibe to the front
She gon' shake that ass 'cause she only live once
She gon' smoke a blunt, then vibe to the front
She gon' shake that ass 'cause she only live once
She gon' smoke a blunt, then vibe to the front

Now shake that ass, bitch
And let me see what you got, now let me see you got
Now shake that ass, bitch
And let me see what you got, now let me see you got
Now drop it down, drop it down, bust it open for me
Now drop it down, drop it down, bust it open for me




Now drop it down, drop it down, bust it open for me
Now drop it down, drop it down, bust it open for me

Overall Meaning

The song "Shake 88" by Denzel Curry & Sam Sneak is an energetic party anthem that glorifies dancing and living life to the fullest. The lyrics encourage women to shake their butts and enjoy themselves without caring about what others might think. The line "She gon' shake that ass 'cause she only live once" emphasizes the importance of seizing the moment and making the most of life.


The song also touches on themes of materialism and the desire for financial stability. The lyrics mention the desire for expensive designer items and a partner who can provide financial security, with the line "Niggas with money is all I need". The lyrics also feature a brief verse from a female rapper, who asserts her independence and sets boundaries for those around her with rules like "Rule number one, don't touch my weave" and "If I ain't pass, don't puff my weed".


Overall, "Shake 88" is a catchy and upbeat track that celebrates self-expression, dancing, and living life to the fullest.


Line by Line Meaning

Nothin' but tutti-fruity
The focus is solely on having fun and dancing.


Get on the floor if you got that booty, booty
Inviting those with a big butt to come dance with them.


Well damn
Impressed with the dancing skills of the person they are watching.


She gon' shake that ass 'cause she only live once
The person they are watching is living life to the fullest and enjoying the moment.


She gon' smoke a blunt, then vibe to the front
After dancing, the person will relax and enjoy themselves with some weed.


She throw it back, hands on her knees
The dance move being performed involves moving the butt while placing hands on the knees.


I got the racks, so bust the cheese
The singer boasts about having enough money to spend on the person they are watching.


She love to dance, but not for free
The person they are watching will dance for money.


So name the price, I'll pay the fee
Willing to pay whatever amount the person they are watching asks for.


You know that ass want it, I'll put this cash on it
The artist is confident that the person they are watching wants their money and is willing to give it to them.


The way you bounce that ass, you make them bitches mad, don't you?
The person they are watching is so talented that other people are jealous.


You want somebody to come and take care your niece, uh
The person they are watching wants someone to provide for them and their family members.


'Cause you a bad bitch and you don't fuck with fleas, uh
The person they are watching is independent, strong, and doesn't tolerate people who are beneath them.


Here's a little something 'bout a bitch like me
Beginning of the second verse in which the singer talks about themselves.


Rule number one, don't touch my weave
The singer has rules that people need to follow when they interact with them.


If I ain't pass, don't puff my weed
Another rule that people should follow when they are with the artist.


Niggas with money is all I need
The artist values financial stability and wealth in their partners.


You want somebody that will take you overseas, yeah
The person they are watching wants to travel and see the world with someone.


You want them ass shots, and want some double D's, yeah
The person they are watching wants a curvier figure and is considering plastic surgery.


You got that shit all in your bag
The person they are watching has a lot of baggage and personal problems.


Got your ex on the side looking mad
The person they are watching still has unresolved issues with their past relationships.


Now shake that ass, bitch
Encouraging the person they are watching to keep dancing.


And let me see what you got, now let me see you got
Asking the person they are watching to show off their skills even more.


Now drop it down, drop it down, bust it open for me
Asking the person they are watching to perform a specific dance move involving dropping low and opening up their body.




Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Bobby Ford, Cedric Woodside, Clay Dixon, Denzel Curry, Isaac Deboni, Joshua Goods, Lavares Joseph, Michael Mule, Samuel Saint-Jean

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@premmadison5232

Denzel is the most legendary palm tree I've ever seen

@Tdogredman

with a side of curry

@DeanKMC-yq2wl

Lol is an exeggutor

@RIDAY1907

😭

@hevolz

ΠΌorgenshtern!

@frbavi

Nahhh it’s dax bruh

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@wockhardtsipper

my dude denzel causing a whole wildfire in my house.


chill its 12am

@anthony9031

astro I’m sayin tho

@rickyp.martin3209

Sounds like the nights just getting started.

@illlove2157

Its lit af

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