I'm Not a Gentleman
Geto Boys Lyrics

Ladies first, who the fuck made up that shit?
Questioning the origin of the term 'ladies first'

9 times outta 10 it was a bitch
Suggesting that women are responsible for the term 'ladies first' and that the term is not fair to men

I'm comin' at cha like this
Approaching the topic of gender roles in a confrontational manner

'Cause your pussy ain't no more important than my dick miss
Arguing that women's genitalia is no more important than men's genitalia

I'm not your motherfuckin' dog
Refusing to serve women without question

You won't see me runnin' to ya at your every beckon call
Refusing to obey women's orders without question

Bitches act like they handicapped
Describing women who expect men to do everything for them as lazy

Want me to open doors, pull out chairs and all that
Listing stereotypical actions women expect from men in relationships

I'm the motherfuckin' gangster of love
Proudly identifying as a player and ladies man

So how you gonna run me like I'm some kind of scrub
Rejecting women's demands for chivalry and respect

Think your pussy made of gold, well it's not
Belittling women by describing their genitalia as worthless

You couldn't get a dime for it at the pawn shop
Continuing to insult women by suggesting their genitalia has no value

I won't pack your bags at the store
Refusing to fulfill stereotypical expectations of men in relationships

Nor will I take you to a play or a musical, whore
Refusing to participate in traditionally romantic activities

And break my neck to be extra polite
Rejecting the need to be excessively polite to women

I'll take your motherfuckin' ass to a chicken fight
Offering to take women to a violent and aggressive activity

And if it get cold, you gonna sneeze
Refusing to provide warmth and comfort to women

'Cause I ain't givin' you my coat, so I can freeze
Continuing to reject women's requests for comfort and warmth

People say my manners are minimum
Acknowledging criticism of his behavior towards women

I'm from the ghetto ho
Explaining his background and upbringing

I'm not a motherfuckin' gentleman
Explicitly stating that he does not conform to traditional notions of chivalry and gentlemanly behavior

I told you that in the first rap
Reminding the listener of his earlier statement

Hell no I won't remove my cap
Rejecting the convention of removing one's hat indoors as a sign of respect

When I go to ya moms crib for my grill
Describing a visit to someone's house for a meal

T-shirt, sneakers and jeans is how I feel
Describing his casual dress sense

Your mom grit her dentures
Suggesting that his behavior is shocking and disrespectful, even to an elderly person

'Cause I'll be eatin' with my hands not the proper utensils
Continuing to reject traditional etiquette, such as using utensils while eating

I say yeah, naw, not ma'am
Refusing to address women as 'ma'am,' further rejecting the need to show them respect

I was raised like that, so that's the way I am
Explaining that his behavior towards women is a result of his upbringing

I don't give a damn if you ain't got a seat
Rejecting the need for chivalry such as giving up one's seat for a woman

My feet hurt too, you ain't no better than me
Challenging the expectation that women deserve special treatment

Stand your ass up, wait your fucking time
Demanding that women wait their turn and not expect special treatment

I don't give a fuck if your 9 or 99
Asserting that he will treat all women equally disrespectfully

Drop something if you want to freak
Expecting women to act a certain way to gain his approval

And I won't leap to pick it up like a geek
Rejecting the idea of being a 'geek,' or someone who is overly eager to please women

In a dash or flash, goddamn, I'll pass
Refusing to help women unnecessarily

I'mma let you bend over so I can see dat ass
Objectifying women and continuing to show disrespect towards them

I might laugh, giggle, or grin
Finding pleasure in women's discomfort or embarrassment

You could say Willie D is out to win
Reinforcing the idea that he seeks to control and dominate women

Or a nice guy or goodfella
Rejecting the notion that he is a kind or good man

I'll straight up tell her
Being blunt with women and rejecting the need for subtlety

Bitch, to suck my dick
Demanding sexual favors from women in a disrespectful manner

Fuck that beatin' around the bush shit
Rejecting the need for polite or indirect communication with women

And if we go to a restaurant I don't let her pick it
Refusing to let women make choices or decisions

'Cause she'll try to choose the one most expensive
Insinuating that women are greedy and entitled

You don't like it when I walk in the front zone
Continuing to act disrespectfully towards women in public spaces

Well slowpoke ass ho, bring your ass on
Taunting women who are uncomfortable with his behavior

You say I disrespect women like I'm crazy
Responding to criticism of his treatment of women

But every woman ain't a motherfuckin' lady
Making a distinction between women who deserve respect and those who do not

I treat a ho like a ho and a bitch like a bitch
Refusing to show any type of respect to women

And a lady like a lady but I don't sip Dom Perrigion
Implying that he will only show respect to women who are wealthy or upper-class

And listen to Luther or Kenny G, its Geto Boys and Jubiliee
Asserting his preference for aggressive, masculine music

You can't catch me holdin' hands in the shopping mall
Rejecting traditional notion of romance and public displays of affection

If I'm wearin' (?) you know I'm gettin them drawers
Suggesting that he only wears certain types of clothing when he expects to have sex with a woman

People call me a lot of things love
Acknowledging that he is known for his controversial behavior

But they'll never accuse me of
Asserting that his reputation is based on his treatment of women

Being a motherfuckin' gentleman
Rejecting the need to be chivalrous or respectful towards women