U Can't Touch This
Hammer M.C Lyrics
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I be signing autographs, for three months straight
I got jet-set women, who offer me favors
My face is a thousand lipstick flavors
Need a sip of lemonade, I'm a slave to my trade
From all these lights my complexion might fade
Secretary overworked, by a money hungry jerk
Got a letter, answer woman, won't you freak out on my shirt?
Well can you rock it like this?
I can rock it like that
Can you rock it like this?
I can rock it like that
Huh!
Your ears are clogged, your head as hard as a log
My privacy robbed, let me do my job
You funny lookin' slob eatin' shiskabob
You're the reason why my eyes are on the doorknob
Can you rock it like this?
I think I rock it like that
But can you rock it like this?
Homeboy I rock it like that
I'm straining not complaining for a casual life
Something normal nuttin' formal three kids and a wife
I'm dying from the spying that you're putting me through
I perspire I'm on fire when I'm thinking of you
But can you rock it like this?
I can rock it like that
Well can you rock it like this?
I can rock it like that
Huh!
Can you rock it like this?
I can rock it like that
But can you rock it like this?
I can rock it like that
Huh!
News reporters, invade my borders
If I think it I will say it, you might have a recorder
And then, uh oh, the nation's in upheaval
Old dating always thinking at me evil
You're stepping on my heels, you're breathing down my neck
I'm not Rodney Dangerfield, so give me respect
Can you rock it like this?
I-I can rock it like that
But can you rock it like this?
Homeboy I rock it like that
Can you rock it like this?
Yo I can rock it like that
But can you rock it like this?
I can rock it like that
Hu-huh-huh!
What it all adds up to, is just one thing
Run-DMC is, the king of the swing
And if you mess with us, you'll be a real short liver
You may be big but our bodyguard's bigger
Can you rock it like this?
I can rock it like that
Can you rock it like this?
I can rock it like that
Can you rock it like this?
I can rock it like that
Can you rock it like this?
Homeboy I rock it like that
In "U Can't Touch This," Hammer M.C. describes the life of a famous rapper who is constantly in the public eye. The first verse talks about the difficulties of trying to eat in peace when fans interrupt, asking for autographs. The rapper has many women offering him favors, but he can't even take a sip of his lemonade without being interrupted. The second verse describes the invasion of privacy that comes with being a celebrity. The rapper is constantly being watched by news reporters and is afraid that anything he says will be recorded and used against him. He laments the loss of a normal, casual life and expresses his frustration with those who do not give him respect.
Line by Line Meaning
If I eat, a little kid, sticks his finger in my plate
Even when I'm trying to eat, people are constantly trying to invade my personal space and interfere with my life.
I be signing autographs, for three months straight
Despite the constant intrusion, I am still a successful celebrity who is in popular demand and constantly being asked for my signature.
I got jet-set women, who offer me favors
I am pursued by many attractive and wealthy women who seek to use my fame for their own purposes.
My face is a thousand lipstick flavors
As a popular celebrity, I have women constantly putting makeup on me and making me look a certain way to fit their own agenda.
Need a sip of lemonade, I'm a slave to my trade
Even something as simple as needing a drink of lemonade is difficult because of the constant demands on my time and attention as a performer.
From all these lights my complexion might fade
The harsh lights and constant attention are taking a toll on my physical appearance, which is a constant concern for me.
Secretary overworked, by a money hungry jerk
My support staff is overworked and underappreciated by the people who are making money off of my success.
Got a letter, answer woman, won't you freak out on my shirt?
Even something as simple as receiving mail can be problematic, as there are always women who are trying to grab at me and get my attention in inappropriate ways.
Your ears are clogged, your head as hard as a log
Those who constantly follow and bother me are blind to the fact that they are not respecting my personal boundaries or understanding the damage they are causing to my well-being.
My privacy robbed, let me do my job
I am constantly being monitored and interfered with by people who don't respect the fact that I need space and peace to do my job and live my life.
You funny lookin' slob eatin' shiskabob
The people who bother me and invade my space are often unappealing or gross-looking, which only adds to the annoyance factor.
You're the reason why my eyes are on the doorknob
I am always looking for a way to escape from the people who are constantly bothering me and interfering with my life.
I'm straining not complaining for a casual life
Despite the struggles I face as a celebrity, I am trying to maintain a positive attitude and would love to simply have a normal, casual life without all the attention.
Something normal nuttin' formal three kids and a wife
My dream life involves a family and a normal, low-key lifestyle that is entirely different from the one I am currently living as a celebrity.
I'm dying from the spying that you're putting me through
The constant monitoring and prying into my life is exhausting and taking a toll on my mental and emotional health.
I perspire I'm on fire when I'm thinking of you
Despite all the challenges and annoyances of being a celebrity, the love and admiration of my fans still motivates me and makes it all worth it.
News reporters, invade my borders
Even the media is constantly trying to encroach on my personal space and interfere with my life, using anything and everything they can to create a story.
If I think it I will say it, you might have a recorder
As a result of the intense media scrutiny, I am always wary of what I say and do, knowing that anything I say could be used against me in the media.
And then, uh oh, the nation's in upheaval
The media and public can often take minor things I say or do out of proportion, causing unnecessary chaos and uproar.
Old dating always thinking at me evil
Even seemingly innocent or harmless things are twisted by the media and people around me to create a negative view of me and my actions.
You're stepping on my heels, you're breathing down my neck
People are constantly following and pressuring me, causing me to feel trapped and suffocated by the attention.
I'm not Rodney Dangerfield, so give me respect
Despite my success and fame, I still deserve to be treated with respect and dignity, as I am a person with my own feelings and desires.
What it all adds up to, is just one thing
At the end of the day, despite all the challenges and annoyances, my success and fame come down to one thing: my talent and ability to perform, which is why people continue to support me.
Run-DMC is, the king of the swing
In the music industry, I am recognized as one of the most talented and successful performers of my time.
And if you mess with us, you'll be a real short liver
Those who try to mess with me or my success will quickly find that they are no match for my talent and the support of my fans.
You may be big but our bodyguard's bigger
Should anyone truly try to harm or interfere with me, I have a strong support system of people who will protect me and keep me safe at all costs.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JAMES TODD SMITH, RICK RUBIN, LAWRENCE SMITH
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@koolaidman6875
Patrick Nijs
well...a human body is composed of atoms and molecules...those have negatively charged electrons hovering around them...the repulsion force between your electrons and MC hammer's is too big to allow physical friction between their matter
So no, you didn't touch it :P
@itsaccer7443
They should play this in museums.
@austinthecoolkid2283
xD
@DaQueerNinja
ha
@cocolittlebunny-aj5193
someone is copying >.>
@TheBlackLodger
LMAO LMAO LMAO
@suivatra123
It would probably work too
@mrsugarbruh5864
Video quality :480p
Song quality :4k
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waiting for remastered from YouTube
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8K
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*400k