(1) Sean John Combs is an American musical artist best known for his top 40 rap songs and collaborations. He is also known for his penchant for changing his name quite often. Previously, he's been known as "Puff Daddy", "P. Diddy", "Sean John", "Puff", and "Puffy".
Combs runs the record label Bad Boy Records, the clothing lines Sean John and Sean by Sean Combs, a movie production company, and two restaurants. He has taken the roles of recording executive, producer of reality TV, writer, arranger, clothing designer, and actor.
In August 2005, Sean Combs adopted the stage name "Diddy". Dearlove had used the stage name "Diddy" commercially since 1993. In 2006, after attempting to resolve the name conflict with Combs' management, Dearlove successfully filed suit against Combs. The terms of the amicable settlement ordered Combs to pay Dearlove "significant damages" and barred him from releasing music under the name "Diddy" in the UK.
(2) Richard Dearlove is a London-based musical artist best know for his hit single "Give Me Love" (#23 in the UK Charts). He also constructed worldwide smash remixes of Blondie's Atomic (#19 UK, #1 US Billboard), Heart of Glass (#15 UK) and Union City Blue. He has worked with a long list of artists such as Robert Palmer, Marianne Faithful, Dolly Parton, Alan Thompson, Steve Thomas, Wayne G, Republica, The Sugababes, Tall Paul, Andy Allder, The Tyrell Corporation, Rachel Auburn, Aetherius, MC Kinky, Blu Peter, Nusta and Donna Summer.
Dearlove is a popular DJ at a popular gay club called Megawoof! in London, and runs the record labels "Resident Records" and "Megawoof Records" along with DJ Daz Saund. He is currently working with UK rapper Rob FT as well as the San Francisco Opera.
Hold up
Diddy Lyrics
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I want this shit motherfuckin' blarin'
It ain't loud enough man
Oh these muh'fuckers think I'm goin' play with 'em
Oh I ain't goin' play wit'cha, I ain't goin' play wit'cha man!
Ha ha ha, I need y'all to sing children
Sing, I like it when the children sing
I like it when you sing, I like it when they sing man
Oh it's comin', aw man something's comin'
I like this sound of this, something's comin'
You can picture like a photograph, envision the image
Of one-two-fifth street and Lenox
The old folks their souls are cold like tenants
Tryin' to keep your weight up better eat that spinach
For four twenty-five niggas lives get diminished
The world serious, I'm tryin' to win a pennant
Cops be on patrol through the block every minute
Itchin' just to pop somethin', swearin' I'm a menace
They disturb me but it's love like tennis
Man, cap to the side and my jersey is vintage
Chicks'll make a nigga dick hard like a Guinness
Damn it's a scam but I handle my business
Tryin' to be the man if the Lord be my witness
Do my ? with the walk sign for my physical fitness
16's sicker than all signed flows it's ridiculous
Hold up
[Chorus]
Told y'all really really y'all can't hold up
Told y'all really really y'all can't hold up
Told y'all really really y'all can't hold up
Hold up, hold up hold up hold up hold up
Easy now I'm seein' 'em, mind where you patrol
Fall back young'un, play your lane like a goal
When his majesty speaks, speech defy gravity
Blue tooth nigga but I don't have any cavities
Diddy got it wrapped like cocoons
Pop shit like needles through ? balloons
I urge you to tell a friend, warn a brother
About my splurges, merges with Warner Brothers
Thugs actin' funny cause chicks call me honey
See a 9 figure nigga makin' Bugs Bunny money
Eons beyond bling bling
So I chose to get engaged to these sweet 16's
Make a name, let it bang so beautiful
The theme music for crews that move pharmaceuticals
Or, suitable for, a recruit-able whore
To service the whole crew when we out on tour
Hold up, hold up, hold up, hold up
[Chorus]
It's like the music will literally stop time
(Hold up hold up hold up)
We roll up, 20 deep, cock D swoll up
Get inflicted by my verbal conviction
A Bad Boy but far from a Detroit Piston
You're not focused enough, you're not listenin'
You need to slow down, hold up like kickstand
Hop to it, get on your grind music
Across 110th sharp Caesar with a lime music
Fine-tuned with the proper soul seasoning
Your live shows are boring you're just not pleasin' 'em
Stop teasin' 'em you can't rock Palladium
We bring New York back like that West side stadium
Fuck the game and if the fame went away
Still be the hardest workin' man in entertainment today
Learn a lesson and that's, no questionin' that
No guesswork involved so stop stressin' the facts
Hold up
[Chorus]
The opening lines of Diddy's song "Hold Up" indicate that he is not here to play around. The rapper is ready to turn up and demands that the volume be turned up on his headphones. This sets the tone for the entire song, which is a fast-paced, highly energetic rap that makes use of a range of literary techniques such as metaphors, alliteration, and personification.
Diddy's lyrics offer a vivid and highly evocative picture of life on the streets of New York. He references landmarks like 125th Street and Lenox, and describes the "old folks" in the area as having "souls...cold like tenants." There are also references to the police, who patrol the block "every minute," and to the danger of gang violence ("for four twenty-five n***as lives get diminished"). Despite these grim realities, Diddy celebrates the resilience of his community, and proclaims his determination to come out on top.
Overall, "Hold Up" is a powerful and emotive song that mixes a gripping narrative with vivid imagery and a range of poetic devices. Through his lyrics, Diddy paints a dynamic portrait of life in New York, capturing the struggles and dreams of those who live in the city.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey yo turn me up in my headphones man
Increase the volume in my headphones
I want this shit motherfuckin' blarin'
I want this music to be really loud
It ain't loud enough man
The current volume is not satisfactory
Oh these muh'fuckers think I'm goin' play with 'em
That people think I am not serious
Oh I ain't goin' play wit'cha, I ain't goin' play wit'cha man!
I am not going to be messed with
Ha ha ha, I need y'all to sing children
I find great pleasure in hearing children sing
Sing, I like it when the children sing
When children sing, it brings joy
I like it when you sing, I like it when they sing man
The act of singing is enjoyable
That lets you know something's comin'
A precursor to something happening
Oh it's comin', aw man something's comin'
Anticipation for something exciting to occur
You can picture like a photograph, envision the image
Visualize the image like a photograph
Of one-two-fifth street and Lenox
Location reference to street address
The old folks their souls are cold like tenants
The elderly people are heartless and indifferent
Tryin' to keep your weight up better eat that spinach
To maintain strength, it is essential to eat nutritious foods
For four twenty-five niggas lives get diminished
Lives are lost for a price of $425
The world serious, I'm tryin' to win a pennant
The world is a serious place, and I am trying to succeed
Cops be on patrol through the block every minute
Police are continuously monitoring the area
Itchin' just to pop somethin', swearin' I'm a menace
Police are eager to find any reason to arrest me
They disturb me but it's love like tennis
The police's persistent presence can be likened to a tennis match
Man, cap to the side and my jersey is vintage
I wear a vintage jersey with a sideways cap
Chicks'll make a nigga dick hard like a Guinness
Women can sexually arouse men
Damn it's a scam but I handle my business
It is unfair, but I manage the situation well
Tryin' to be the man if the Lord be my witness
I aim to succeed with the guidance of God
Do my ? with the walk sign for my physical fitness
I exercise with the pedestrian walk sign
16's sicker than all signed flows it's ridiculous
My rhymes are exceptionally good
Told y'all really really y'all can't hold up
I warned everyone that they won't be able to keep up
Easy now I'm seein' 'em, mind where you patrol
Be careful where you are monitoring
Fall back young'un, play your lane like a goal
Step back and focus on your own path
When his majesty speaks, speech defy gravity
When I speak, my words are powerful
Blue tooth nigga but I don't have any cavities
Despite my successful lifestyle, I maintain good dental hygiene
Diddy got it wrapped like cocoons
I have everything under control
Pop shit like needles through ? balloons
My rhymes are sharp and can puncture anything
I urge you to tell a friend, warn a brother
Recommend my work to others
About my splurges, merges with Warner Brothers
My expensive purchases and partnerships
Thugs actin' funny cause chicks call me honey
Male criminals are envious because women admire me
See a 9 figure nigga makin' Bugs Bunny money
I am making a lot of money like Bugs Bunny cartoon character
Eons beyond bling bling
My wealth surpasses just flashy jewelry
So I chose to get engaged to these sweet 16's
I make music aimed towards 16-year-olds
Make a name, let it bang so beautiful
Create an impressive reputation
The theme music for crews that move pharmaceuticals
My music may cater to drug dealers
Or, suitable for, a recruit-able whore
My music may also appeal to prostitutes
To service the whole crew when we out on tour
Prostitutes can be hired for the whole crew when on tour
It's like the music will literally stop time
The music is so good, it can freeze the moment
(Hold up hold up hold up)
Interruption to signify a pause
We roll up, 20 deep, cock D swoll up
I arrive with a big entourage
Get inflicted by my verbal conviction
My words are powerful enough to impact people
A Bad Boy but far from a Detroit Piston
I am affiliated with the Bad Boy record label, but not a basketball player
You're not focused enough, you're not listenin'
You are not paying attention
You need to slow down, hold up like kickstand
Take a break and pause like a bike with a kickstand
Hop to it, get on your grind music
Start working harder
Across 110th sharp Caesar with a lime music
Making a reference to blaxploitation films from the 70s
Fine-tuned with the proper soul seasoning
My music is perfected and has the right amount of soul
Your live shows are boring you're just not pleasin' 'em
Your live performances are dull and not exciting audiences
Stop teasin' 'em you can't rock Palladium
Stop pretending that you can perform at high-end venues like the Palladium
We bring New York back like that West side stadium
Reviving the New York music scene like West side stadium
Fuck the game and if the fame went away
I do not care about the competition or losing fame
Still be the hardest workin' man in entertainment today
Continuing to put in hard work every day
Learn a lesson and that's, no questionin' that
Lesson learned without doubt
No guesswork involved so stop stressin' the facts
Stop worrying about the known facts
Hold up
Interruption to signify a pause
Told y'all really really y'all can't hold up
I previously warned you that you won't be able to keep up
Told y'all really really y'all can't hold up
Reiteration of the previous warning
Told y'all really really y'all can't hold up
Third reminder of previous warning
Hold up, hold up hold up hold up hold up
Interruption to signify a pause and to emphasize the previous warnings
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GLENN C JOHNSON, JERRY EUGENE PETERS, KEJUAN WALIEK MUCHITA, SEAN COMBS, TROY DONALD JAMERSON
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