Shut It Down
Drake/Gahnold/Parker Lyrics

Hey, oh, oh
Opening line, establishes the upbeat, playful vibe of the song.

These girls ain't got nothin' on you
The singer is telling his love interest that no one compares to her.

Uh, say baby I had to mention That if you were a star you'd be the one I'm searching for
The singer is saying that his love interest is one of a kind, and that if he were looking for a perfect partner, she would be it.

Other girls they, they got attention But I just always feel like there in need of something you got
The singer is indicating that other girls might get attention, but his love interest has something special that they lack.

It's obvious you're pretty Heard that you're a student working weekends in the city Trying to take you out girl, hope you're not too busy
The singer is complimenting his love interest on her looks and hard work, and he is hopeful that she can make time for him.

And if there's nothing wrong Got this little song for you to get ready to
The singer is preparing his love interest for a night out with a song that he has written for her.

Put those fucking heels on and work it girl Let that mirror show you what you're doing
The singer is telling his love interest to put on her finest shoes and examine her beauty while she prepares to go out.

Put that fucking dress on and work it kind of vicious Like somebody's taking pictures
The singer is encouraging his love interest to wear a dress and act like a celebrity, as if someone were always photographing her.

Shut it down, down, down (ay, ay, ay) You would shut it down, down, down (ay, ay, ay) You'd be the baddest girl around, 'round, 'round (ay, ay, ay) And they'd notice, they'd notice You would shut it down, down, down You'd be the baddest girl around, 'round, 'round You would shut it
The singer is saying that his love interest is capable of shutting down any event or social gathering with her beauty and confidence, and that everyone would notice her.

Ki-Killa, Killa (hey) Girl you're the greatest And if he say you ain't, girl he's out his mind You're the finest And if he say you ain't, that boy done lost his mind
The singer is telling his love interest that she is the best and most beautiful, and that anyone who doesn't see that is crazy.

Hey baby, every time you come around Shut it down like computers
The singer is likening his love interest to a computer that can shut down or put an end to anything.

Hey lady, step into my heart And let me put you in the Louboutins
The singer is inviting his love interest to enter his heart and metaphorically wear high-end designer shoes.

What you want, what you need (yeah) I can be your everything (yeah) Them other niggas just wanna hit it But if they had it, wouldn't know what to do with it
The singer is telling his love interest that he can provide her with everything she wants and needs, while criticizing other guys for only wanting to sleep with her.

And together we shut it down, down, down They know we shut it down, down, down And they'd notice (they'd know) they'd notice (they'd know) That we shut it down, down, down Every time we come around, 'round, 'round And they'd notice (they'd know) they'd notice You shut it down
The singer is saying that when he and his love interest are together, they have the power to make any event or gathering unforgettable, and that everyone would take notice of them.

TMZ, Concrete Loop You shut that motherfucker down, down Ice cream conversations they all want the scoop You shut that motherfucker down, down (you shut it down, down)
The singer is calling out gossip blogs and other media for always trying to get the latest scoop on his love interest, and stating that she has the power to end all their speculation.

Shooting stars all around her, fire, comets I could bring her through and shut 'em down, Onyx
The singer is depicting his love interest as a celestial being who commands attention from everyone around her, and he has the power to make her even more dazzling.

No, you're not imagining, they're looking at you long stares Even though she's standing out she looks like she belongs here
The singer is telling his love interest that she's not imagining the long stares from people, and that she fits in perfectly despite standing out from the crowd.

You feel the hours pass, until you find somethin' I feel like when she moves, the time doesn't
The singer is saying that time seems to go by faster when his love interest is around, and that her presence makes every moment special.

Yeah, baby you finer than your fine cousin, and your cousin fine But she don't have my heart beating double time You just shut it down girl
The singer is saying that his love interest is more attractive than even her finest cousin, and that he has stronger feelings for her than he ever could for anyone else.

Who told the cops where the party was? Why do I feel like I found the one? What's in these shots that you ordered us? Damn, I mean you sure know how to paint a town Ever since you came around, it's obvious You shut that thing down, you shut it down (down, down, down) You shut it down, you shut it down (down, down, down) You shut it down, you shut it down, you shut it And they'd notice, they'd notice (oh, oh)
The singer is saying that his love interest makes the party more fun, and that he feels like he's found his perfect partner. He's also complimenting her on her ability to make any situation exciting.

You looking good girl, go, go, go get 'em girl Go, go, go hit 'em girl, go, go, go, go, go, go You shut it down, down, down, down
The singer is encouraging his love interest to go out and conquer the world, while telling her that she is capable of shutting down every establishment she enters.

The way I’m feeling, the things I say All just happen when you pass my way, oh What can I do to make you stay? I know it’s getting late, but girl I don’t want you to leave
The singer is confessing that he feels a strong attraction to his love interest, and is trying to convince her to stay with him.

You tell me you’re just not the type, you wanna do this right And I’m not trying to say I don’t believe you But I refuse to feel ashamed and if you feel the same Does waiting really make us better people?
The singer is acknowledging that his love interest wants to take things slow in a relationship, but he is wondering whether waiting is really worth it.

Take those fucking heels off, it’s worth it girl Nothing is what I can picture you in So take that fucking dress off, I swear you won’t forget me You’ll be happy that you let me Lay you down, down, down I’m trying to lay you down, down, down You still the baddest girl around, 'round, 'round They'd notice, they'd notice Let me lay you down, down, down Trying to lay you down, down, down
The singer is trying to convince his love interest to let him be intimate with her, and he is complimenting her on her beauty throughout the exchange.