Maximumisness
GEORGE CLINTON Lyrics

Say somethin´ social "What I wouldn´t eat if I wasn´t on a diet"
Express a comment related to society, such as 'If it weren't for my diet, I would eat anything'

Say somethin´ political "I´m dyin´ to eat it"
Express a political viewpoint, such as 'I want something so bad, I can't wait to have it'

Say somethin´ funky
Make a statement that reflects the essence of funk music

Where are the lumps in my gravy (x4)
Repeat a phrase that shows a concern about something missing or lacking, specifically the lack of texture in gravy or music

A habit can be broken if you drop it
Explain that habits can be overcome through intentional efforts, such as quitting a bad habit like smoking or drinking

You say you try to kick but you can´t stop it
Acknowledge the difficulty in quitting a habit despite wanting to, like a drug addiction

Biscuits good to the gravy when you sop
Highlight the goodness of biscuits when combined with gravy, making it a tasty and fulfilling meal

Like drippin´ from Joe you can´t stop it
Use the example of dripping gravy to express how something good and enjoyable is hard to resist

Poppa died of a headache
Share a piece of information such as a casual fact, here it is expressed by humorously implying that headache may have caused someone's death

´Cause he refused to be a cotton picker
Provide an explanation, however outlandish, in this case, humorously saying that the person died because they wanted to avoid manual labor or farming

Read this on a bumper sticker
Refer to a humorous or insightful statement that was found on a bumper sticker

And the gravy from greens is called pot liquor
Educate about a term used in Southern cuisine regarding a flavorful liquid that is produced when cooking greens, colloquially known as 'pot liquor'

Just food for thought
Provide an idea or piece of information that will make people think or reflect on something

And would you like to say
Prompt someone to share their thoughts or opinions or to further elaborate on previously discussed topics

Enlightening baby
Express excitement for a fascinating or eye-opening idea

Ah, let´s eat
Indicate readiness to move on from the current discussion or activity and satisfy a basic need, like hunger

I don´t want to be a guru
Distance oneself from being seen as an expert or authority in a particular field

Or claim to be a preacher or a teacher
Inform the listener that one cannot or will not assume the role of a spiritual or educational guide or instructor

Let me run something through to you
Present a topic or idea that one wants to share and discuss with others

I feel for ya, I hope I can reach ya
Express empathy and the desire to make a positive impact on another person's life or situation

Feel for ya, hope I can reach ya
Reiterate one's desire to connect and empathize with another person

Whoa this is maximumisness
Announce the presence of an energy and dynamic force that is powerful and intense

Bringing you organic truth
Claim to have genuine insights or knowledge that is beneficial and authentic

According to the geneology of the P documents
Refer to a specific source of information like a document, for context or support of an argument or opinion

The shephard has pulled the wool over your eyes
Express the opinion that someone in a position of authority has deceived or misled others

May I take your order
Use the language of ordering food to humorously suggest that the singer can provide something beneficial or helpful to others

As it is so shall it be
Explain that something is going to happen based on various established factors or conditions

If being is what it´s about
Start a philosophical discussion about the nature of existence and life

I is maximumisness
Assert one's identity as a powerful, energetic force

Yoho
Use a nonsensical or humorous word to conclude a statement

This is freedom of information gettin´ funky
Combine the concepts of entertainment and education with 'funky' being an affirmation of enjoyment or excitement

History, mystery, prophecy, new age world philosophies
List a series of topics that one might find interesting or valuable to them

Contemporary gossip has it that mother hubbard has a funk
Refer to a rumor or anecdote that is humorous or fantastical, here referring to a nursery rhyme character being musically inclined

CIAIO as in P2 illuminating funk P.U.
Use nonsense or made-up words to create humor, while also playing on concepts of government or secret societies

The hearts and minds of men and nations
Discuss a significant or important topic related to society or politics

The great heresy, the non-believer, the infidel
Reference to religious or cultural matters, specifically about those who do not conform to or accept established norms or beliefs

And guess who´s coming to dinner
Make a reference to the famous movie title, which could suggest the arrival of someone unexpected, or unexpected events that can happen at any time

Oh be quiet, what are you some kind of messiahship connection
Silence or ignore someone who is making grand claims or suggestions, using a sarcastic and humorous tone here

Shut up, play Herbie
Respond rudely or dismissively, as if the singer is tired of listening to someone

I am Sir Nose D´Voidoffunk, I will never dance
Introduce oneself as someone who refuses to enjoy or embrace fun, expressed humorously as someone who is 'void of funk' and refuses to dance

I am the subliminal seducer
Present oneself as someone who is capable of influencing others without direct awareness or intention

And the freedom of information is too expensive for you
Deliver a statement that is sarcastic, suggesting that someone has limited knowledge or access to resources

You lie
Accuse someone of not telling the truth or misleading others

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