Theodore
Ghostface Killah Lyrics


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[Twiz (Ghostface Killah)]
Generals on deck, what's up, son?
(Yeah, yeah, yeah, come on!)
Salute this (Library shit)
(Rock the belt, uh-huh, you know what time it is)
They understand and support us
(I ain't goin' out) Theodore (Uh-huh!)
[Ghostface Killah]
Eh-yo!
Stark edition, rock Christian's
The crystalized rock got the big jury dealers on a mission
Slick taste of lace, I done smacked New York City
The four-fifty went poppin' when he tried to dip me
Balled out in bingo halls, reported skied out in jury duty
Judge Judy, big groupie bitch blew me, Beigen rush Cuffies
Blast the last Uzi, ship me to Africa, right? I share rubies
Due to the night up on my behalf
I threw the shotti in the glass so I could have a double bash
Duffle pass, couples, teamed with the knuckle clash, fast
Rain, hail, snow, sleet, still bust that ass
Uppercut, bad, you in the grass slumped out and ya faggot-ass man hauled ass
Slammed body in the G-Y-M, G-Y-N'
Love Doctor in the hood, fucked bitches, all their friends
So, yo

[Chorus: Ghostface Killah (sung)]
Party people, you're the reason we're here
Cuz we love the game and our music is projects
So, so, yo, hello! Makin' sure y'all still there
On stage here tonight be the almighty Theodore Click

[Trife]
Yeah! Yeah, yo!
I'm a little dude but I hold guns the size of Europe
Y'all niggas is sweet like pancakes with extra syrup
Whatever y'all put up, I double that
Stapleton is where I hustle at, 2-12 is where I bubble at
Yeah, I'm talkin' money-wise, you funny guys
I'm quick to yolk you up like eggs that's cooked sunny-side
Catch me at the honey hive, runnin' the strip
Gun on the hip, posted for hours, slingin' dope and power
Culture power, throwin' nitros, lettin' the pipes blow
Got remote control cars and they're not made by Tyco
This the Theodore, drunk off Smirnoff
Bit ya ear off, therefore, the drama is what I'm here for
From the block to the stage
I represent for those, locked in the cage
'Til I'm dropped in the graves, every line I spit, is like a, shot from the gauge
Move accordingly, even when I'm actin' disorderly

[Chorus]

[Twiz]
Who you wit?
See? See? Yo!
I'm a Don, dead form, look upon Ezekials
To the generals in my click, there'll be no sequels
Them hot ones'll crease, the vultures'll feast you
The loved ones will shiest you, gorillas will beast you
Just served fiends walkin' up the block yawnin'
Late night game, damn, forgot I got a warrant
Got in, laid down, then start snorin'
P-O kickin' ya door in, for in the mornin'
You blockin' my lane-lane like John Stockton
With the uttermost disrespect just like, Bernard Hopkins
Simply, it's PC within the verse
See we could be peoples later, in business, Money Comes First (First)





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ghostface Killah's song Theodore are packed with punchlines, wordplay, and clever metaphors. The song is rapped over an upbeat, funky instrumental and features Ghostface Killah, Trife, and Twiz rhyming about their street exploits and representing their crew, the Theodore Click. The first verse by Ghostface Killah has him boasting about his flashy lifestyle and recounting a particular incident where he defended himself against an assailant. He also references Judge Judy and being a "Love Doctor," adding some humor to the gritty subject matter. Trife's verse continues the theme of street hustling and drug-dealing, but also has him asserting his lyrical prowess and threatening those who doubt him. Twiz's verse features more boasts and threats, with references to gorillas and police raids. Throughout the song, the chorus repeats the title phrase, "Party people, you're the reason we're here, cuz we love the game and our music is projects, so, so, yo, hello! Makin' sure y'all still there, on stage here tonight be the almighty Theodore Click."


Line by Line Meaning

Generals on deck, what's up, son?
Addressing his fellow rappers, asking what's up and acknowledging their presence.


Salute this (Library shit)
Reveling in the success and appreciation of their music, which is often found in libraries as part of academic research or cultural preservation.


They understand and support us
Acknowledging the audience's appreciation and recognition of the group's music.


I ain't goin' out Theodore
Using the name Theodore as a reference to the group, proclaiming his loyalty and dedication to their collective success.


Stark edition, rock Christian's
Wearing high-end clothing and designer apparel with distinct characteristics and styles, such as Christian Louboutin shoes, to exhibit his success and wealth.


The crystalized rock got the big jury dealers on a mission
Having expensive and rare jewelry that attracts the attention of potential robbers and thieves, making him a target and subject to danger.


Slick taste of lace, I done smacked New York City
Having a sophisticated and refined taste in fashion and luxury items, and asserting dominance and power over the city by forcefully showing off his style.


The four-fifty went poppin' when he tried to dip me
Using a .450 caliber handgun to defend himself when someone tried to attack him and run away.


Balled out in bingo halls, reported skied out in jury duty
Enjoying himself while gambling and winning money in bingo games, but also having to participate in jury duty while under the influence of drugs.


Judge Judy, big groupie bitch blew me, Beigen rush Cuffies
Referencing the TV show Judge Judy and a woman who offered herself as a groupie and gave him oral sex, while also wearing beige-colored shorts.


Blast the last Uzi, ship me to Africa, right? I share rubies
Shooting his last Uzi and wanting to live in Africa, sharing his wealth and resources with the local community.


Due to the night up on my behalf
Acknowledging that he owes his success and fame to the late night hours he spent working on his craft.


I threw the shotti in the glass so I could have a double bash
Putting his shotgun in a glass to celebrate with two drinks, showing off his expensive taste and desire to indulge himself.


Duffle pass, couples, teamed with the knuckle clash, fast
Passing duffel bags filled with drugs and money, working in pairs to fight off potential threats with their fists and quickly moving on to the next task.


Rain, hail, snow, sleet, still bust that ass
Resiliently persevering through any type of hardship and continuing to work hard and be successful.


Uppercut, bad, you in the grass slumped out and ya faggot-ass man hauled ass
Using an uppercut punch to knock someone down, while their partner runs away in fear.


Slammed body in the G-Y-M, G-Y-N'
Aggressively attacking someone and injuring them in the gym and gynecologist's office.


Love Doctor in the hood, fucked bitches, all their friends
Being a popular and successful lover in the neighborhood, having sex with many women and their friends.


Party people, you're the reason we're here
Giving credit to the fans and audience for their success and presence on stage.


Cuz we love the game and our music is projects
Continuing to love and appreciate the art of rapping, while recognizing that their music is often tied to the hardships and struggles of life in urban public housing projects.


Stapleton is where I hustle at, 2-12 is where I bubble at
Acknowledging his neighborhood of Stapleton as his main source of work and hustling, while also recognizing the location of 2-12 as where he makes a lot of money and success.


Yeah, I'm talkin' money-wise, you funny guys
Talking about his success and wealth, while poking fun at those who try to compete with him or criticize his lifestyle.


I'm quick to yolk you up like eggs that's cooked sunny-side
Threatening to physically grab and attack someone, using a metaphor of how easy it is to flip over a sunny-side up egg with the yolk still intact.


Catch me at the honey hive, runnin' the strip
Identifying a location as a popular spot for drug sales and prostitution, where he is always present and in control.


Culture power, throwin' nitros, lettin' the pipes blow
Having cultural influence and power, while also showing off extravagant and dangerous vehicles modified with nitrous oxide under the hood.


Got remote control cars and they're not made by Tyco
Having expensive and customized remote-control cars that are not manufactured by the well-known brand Tyco.


This the Theodore, drunk off Smirnoff
Referring to the group as Theodore, while also being intoxicated with Smirnoff vodka.


Bit ya ear off, therefore, the drama is what I'm here for
Referencing the infamous boxing match where Mike Tyson bit off a piece of Evander Holyfield's ear, and declaring that he thrives off of drama and conflict.


From the block to the stage
Transitioning from a life in the streets to performing on stage.


I represent for those, locked in the cage
Advocating for and representing those who have been incarcerated and are unable to live a free life.


'Til I'm dropped in the graves, every line I spit, is like a, shot from the gauge
Promising to continue rapping until he dies, and comparing his lyrics to a gunshot, powerful and impacting.


Move accordingly, even when I'm actin' disorderly
Urging others to be strategic and thoughtful, even when it may seem like he is being impulsive and reckless.


Who you wit?
Asking who is on his side and loyal to him.


See? See? Yo!
Exclaiming to others and emphasizing his point or message.


I'm a Don, dead form, look upon Ezekials
Referring to himself as a leader and authority figure with an intimidating presence, and making a Biblical reference to the book of Ezekiel.


To the generals in my click, there'll be no sequels
To his fellow rappers and close friends, making clear that no one will replace or replicate the level of loyalty and respect they have shown to each other.


Them hot ones'll crease, the vultures'll feast you
Warning others that if they are not careful and cautious with their actions, they may become easy targets and be taken advantage of by others.


The loved ones will shiest you, gorillas will beast you
Even those who seem trustworthy and caring may betray and deceive you, while others may use physical force and intimidation to get their way.


Just served fiends walkin' up the block yawnin'
Acknowledging his work in selling drugs to addicts who are constantly in need and often feel the effects of withdrawal.


Late night game, damn, forgot I got a warrant
Realizing too late that he is wanted by the law and could potentially be arrested at any moment.


Got in, laid down, then start snorin'
Going to sleep quickly and easily, without a care in the world, despite the potential danger he faces.


P-O kickin' ya door in, for in the mornin'
Predicting that the police will raid his home and arrest him in the morning.


You blockin' my lane-lane like John Stockton
Comparing someone who is getting in his way to the famous basketball player John Stockton, who often blocked opponents to prevent them from scoring.


With the uttermost disrespect just like, Bernard Hopkins
Referencing the boxer Bernard Hopkins and how he often disrespected his opponents in and out of the ring, showing a similar lack of respect to those who oppose him in his line of work.


Simply, it's PC within the verse
Declaring that his rhymes and lyrics are politically correct and do not offend or discriminate against any particular group of people.


See we could be peoples later, in business, Money Comes First (First)
Suggesting that even if they are rivals or enemies in the current moment, they could potentially work together in the future if it makes financial sense.




Lyrics © Spirit Music Group
Written by: Dennis Coles, R Bean, Theodore Bailey

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