Mama Said
E.J. Carter Lyrics


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Don't call it a comeback
I've been here for years
I'm rocking my peers
Puttin' suckers in fear
Makin' the tears rain down like a monsoon
Listen to the bass go boom
Explosions, overpowerin'
Over the competition I'm towerin'
Wrecking shop when I write these lyrics
That'll make you call the cops
Don't you dare stare, you better move
Don't ever compare
Me to the rest that'll all get sliced and diced
Competition's payin' the price

I'm gonna knock you out
Mama said knock you out
I'm gonna knock you out
Mama said knock you out
I'm gonna knock you out
Mama said knock you out
I'm gonna knock you out
Mama said knock you out

Don't you call this a regular jam
I'm gonna rock this land
I'm gonna take this itty-bitty world by storm
And I'm just gettin' warm
Just like Muhammed Ali
They called him Cassius
Watch me bash this beat like a skull
That you know I've beef with
Why do you riff with me
The maniac psycho
And when I pull out my jammy get ready
Cause I might go Blaw!
How you like me now?
The ripper will not allow
You to get with Mr. Swift or Rift,
Listen to my gears shift
I'm blasting, I'm blasting
Kinda like shaft, so you can say I'm shafting
Oh, English filled my mind, and I came up with a funky rhyme

I'm gonna knock you out
Mama said knock you out
I'm gonna knock you out
Mama said knock you out
I'm gonna knock you out
Mama said knock you out
I'm gonna knock you out
Mama said knock you out

Shadow boxing when I heard you on the radio, UH
I just don't know
What made you forget that I was raw
But now I gotta new tour
I'm going insane
Startin' the hurricane
Releasin' pain
Lettin' you know
You can't gain or maintain
Unless you say my name
Rippin'
Killin'
Diggin' and drillin' a hole
Pass the Old Gold

I'm gonna knock you out
Mama said knock you out
I'm gonna knock you out
Mama said knock you out
I'm gonna knock you out
Mama said knock you out
I'm gonna knock you out
Mama said knock you out

Shotgun blasts are heard
When I rip and kill at will
The man of the hour, tower of power
I'll devour
I'm gonna tie you up and let you understand
That I'm not your average man
When I gotta jammy in my hand
Damn!
Oh!
Listen to the way I slay
Your crew
Damage
Damage
Destruction, terror, and mayhem
Pass me a sissy so sucker I'll slay him
Farmers (what)
Farmers (what)
I'm ready (we're ready)
I think I'm gonna bomb a town
Get down
Don't you never, ever
Pull my lever
Cause I explode
And my nine is easy to load
I gotta thank God
'Cause he gave me the strength to rock Hard

I'm gonna knock you out
Mama said knock you out
I'm gonna knock you out
Mama said knock you out
I'm gonna knock you out
Mama said knock you out




I'm gonna knock you out
Mama said knock you out

Overall Meaning

The song "Mama Said" by E.J. Carter is a bold and confident declaration of the artist's talent and determination to succeed. The opening lines, "Don't call it a comeback, I've been here for years," convey the message that E.J. Carter has been in the game for a long time and is not to be taken lightly. He asserts his dominance by stating that he rocks his peers and puts fear in his competitors, causing tears to rain down like a monsoon. The powerful bass and explosive sound in the background serve to amplify this sense of overpowering presence.


E.J. Carter continues to assert his superiority over other artists, dismissing any comparisons or attempts to challenge him. He claims to be able to knock out anyone who stands in his way, echoing the words of his mother who encourages him to do so. The repeated phrase "Mama said knock you out" emphasizes the idea that he has his mother's support and belief in his abilities.


The artist also addresses any doubts or disputes about his skills by stating that this is not a regular jam, but rather a performance that will rock the entire world. Comparing himself to the legendary boxer Muhammad Ali, he talks about bashing beats like a skull, highlighting his aggressiveness and determination. E.J. Carter warns anyone who dares to challenge him that he is a force to be reckoned with, ready to unleash his talent and cause destruction.


In the third verse, E.J. Carter discusses the impact he has on his audience. He describes shadow boxing, a metaphor for preparing oneself mentally and physically, while hearing his own music on the radio. He questions why someone would forget his raw talent but assures his listeners that he has a new tour and is ready to bring the heat. He declares himself as the source of the hurricane, releasing pain and making it clear that one cannot gain or maintain success without acknowledging his name.


The final verse further establishes E.J. Carter's dominance and power as an artist. He speaks of shotgun blasts, symbolizing the impact his music has on others. He declares himself as the man of the hour, the tower of power, ready to devour anyone who stands in his way. He uses aggressive language and imagery to convey his willingness to overcome any obstacle and make a statement. Ultimately, he attributes his strength and success to a higher power, thanking God for allowing him to rock hard and thrive in his craft.


Overall, "Mama Said" is a lyrical powerhouse that highlights E.J. Carter's unwavering confidence and determination. The song serves as a reminder to his listeners that he is here to stay, and anyone who underestimates him will be knocked out.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't call it a comeback
Don't mistake my presence as a comeback because I have been here for a long time.


I've been here for years
I have established my presence and credibility in this industry for a significant period of time.


I'm rocking my peers
I am impressing and captivating my fellow artists or competitors.


Puttin' suckers in fear
I am instilling fear and intimidation in those who underestimate or oppose me.


Makin' the tears rain down like a monsoon
My impact and power are so profound that it brings forth tears just like a heavy rainstorm.


Listen to the bass go boom
Pay attention to the powerful and deep bass sound, as it symbolizes my strength and dominance.


Explosions, overpowerin'
The impact and intensity of my presence are like explosions, overwhelming and overpowering everything else.


Over the competition I'm towerin'
I am towering over my competitors, surpassing them in skill, talent, and success.


Wrecking shop when I write these lyrics
I am causing havoc and destruction with the impact of my lyrics when I write them.


That'll make you call the cops
My lyrics are so powerful that they might compel you to call the police.


Don't you dare stare, you better move
Do not just stare at me in awe, you should take action and be motivated by my presence.


Don't ever compare
Never compare me to others because I am in a league of my own.


Me to the rest that'll all get sliced and diced
Comparing me to other artists is pointless because I will surpass and dominate them all.


Competition's payin' the price
My competitors will face the consequences and experience defeat as a result of challenging me.


I'm gonna knock you out
I am going to defeat and overpower you completely.


Mama said knock you out
My mother advised me to physically strike and defeat you.


Don't you call this a regular jam
Do not underestimate or consider this just an ordinary musical performance.


I'm gonna rock this land
I am going to shake and impact this entire territory or industry.


I'm gonna take this itty-bitty world by storm
I am going to conquer and dominate this small and insignificant world with my powerful presence.


And I'm just gettin' warm
The intensity and power I possess are only increasing, and I am just getting started.


Just like Muhammed Ali
Similar to the legendary boxer Muhammed Ali, I possess great skill, confidence, and power.


They called him Cassius
Muhammed Ali was originally known as Cassius Clay before changing his name.


Watch me bash this beat like a skull
Witness me passionately and forcefully strike this beat, leaving an impact similar to smashing a skull.


That you know I've beef with
This beat or rhythm is something I have a personal conflict or rivalry with.


Why do you riff with me
Why are you trying to provoke or challenge me?


The maniac psycho
I am an insane and unpredictable individual, capable of great intensity and aggression.


And when I pull out my jammy get ready
Prepare yourself for the intensity and power I will release when I draw out my weapon or microphone.


Cause I might go Blaw!
I may unleash an explosive and impactful sound, representing my aggression and power.


How you like me now?
Are you impressed and intimidated by my current state or performance?


The ripper will not allow
I, as a skilled and dominant performer, will not tolerate or permit any form of opposition or disrespect.


You to get with Mr. Swift or Rift
You should not try to compete or collaborate with individuals like Mr. Swift or Rift, as they are beneath me.


Listen to my gears shift
Pay attention to the changes and advancements I make in my performance or style.


I'm blasting, I'm blasting
I am forcefully projecting my sound and presence, creating a powerful impact.


Kinda like shaft, so you can say I'm shafting
Similar to the character Shaft, I am imposing and dominant in my actions and demeanor.


Oh, English filled my mind, and I came up with a funky rhyme
My creative process involves thinking in English, which leads me to create unique and lively rhymes or lyrics.


Shadow boxing when I heard you on the radio, UH
I engaged in an imaginary fight or performance when I heard you on the radio.


I just don't know
I am uncertain or unable to understand your actions or intentions.


What made you forget that I was raw
Why did you overlook or underestimate my genuine talent, skill, and authenticity?


But now I gotta new tour
I have a new series of performances or shows that I must focus on.


I'm going insane
My passion and intensity are driving me to the point of madness.


Startin' the hurricane
I am initiating a destructive and chaotic force, creating a figurative hurricane.


Releasin' pain
I am letting go of my own pain and anguish, channeling it into my performance.


Lettin' you know
I am making it clear and communicating to you.


You can't gain or maintain
You are unable to achieve or sustain success or dominance.


Unless you say my name
You can only achieve relevance or recognition by acknowledging and mentioning my name.


Rippin'
I am tearing through or dominating my opponents or competition.


Killin'
I am figuratively killing or overpowering my rivals or competitors.


Diggin' and drillin' a hole
I am metaphorically digging and drilling a hole, representing my impact and dominance.


Pass the Old Gold
Pass or hand me the Old Gold, possibly referring to a brand of cigarettes or a metaphor for passing me something old and outdated.


Shotgun blasts are heard
The sound of shotgun blasts signify my aggressive and explosive actions.


When I rip and kill at will
When I attack or overpower my opponents with ease and without hesitation.


The man of the hour, tower of power
I am the most significant and dominant figure, possessing great strength and influence.


I'll devour
I will consume or defeat everything in my path.


I'm gonna tie you up and let you understand
I am going to restrict and immobilize you, forcing you to comprehend or accept my power.


That I'm not your average man
I am not an ordinary or average individual, possessing exceptional talent and ability.


When I gotta jammy in my hand
When I possess a firearm or microphone, I become even more formidable.


Damn!
An expression of intensity, power, or frustration.


Oh!
An exclamation of surprise or anticipation.


Listen to the way I slay
Pay attention to the way I conquer and overpower with my skills or performance.


Your crew
I am targeting and overpowering your group or collective.


Damage
I am causing harm or destruction.


Damage
I am causing harm or destruction.


Destruction, terror, and mayhem
I am bringing about chaos, fear, and destruction.


Pass me a sissy so sucker I'll slay him
Give me a weak or inferior individual, and I will defeat or overpower him effortlessly.


Farmers (what)
An exclamation or emphasis on the word 'farmers.'


Farmers (what)
An exclamation or emphasis on the word 'farmers.'


I'm ready (we're ready)
I am prepared and eager to take action.


I think I'm gonna bomb a town
I believe I am capable of causing destruction or chaos on a large scale.


Get down
Prepare yourself or lower yourself in anticipation of my powerful performance.


Don't you never, ever
Absolutely never, under any circumstances.


Pull my lever
Do not try to manipulate or control me.


Cause I explode
I possess an explosive and powerful nature.


And my nine is easy to load
Referring to a firearm, I can effortlessly load and use it.


I gotta thank God
I express gratitude towards God for providing me with the ability and strength to succeed.


'Cause he gave me the strength to rock Hard
Because of God's support, I am capable of rocking or performing with great intensity and power.


Mama said knock you out
My mother advised or encouraged me to defeat and overpower you.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Bobby F Ervin, George Clinton Jr., Gregory Jacobs, James Mccants, James Todd Smith, Leroy Mccants, Marlon Williams, Sylvester Stewart, Walter Morrison, William Bootsy Collins, George S. Clinton, William Collins

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