Once Again
Handsome Boy Modeling School Lyrics


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Yeah...
Uh huh, uh huh, uh huh, uh huh
Grand Puba, Dattie X... dig it

[Grand Puba]
Get up out my way, it's Grand Pub's turn to shine
Hurt MCs ride the pine and get paid, no nevermind
One time as I sew it up like Dr. Frankenstein
Chickens ride the pony cause the rhyme flow genuine
As I do it like that, do it like this
Shorty watch your step or you might get Rocked like Chris
Are you feelin this? You dig the way it's going down?
Now we back in town watch all the chickens crowd around
Niggas try to duplicate my flow but it's difficult
Like a game of Yahtzee
Chickens stress me out like paparazzi
As I flip a flow you desire
Dattie blaze those trees and let's start this forest fire
My rhymes carry like the weight on Barry
Stack cheddar like Combs and buy homes like Larry
I be smoother than Tal, Sharp-ton like Al
When you ballin everybody want to be your pal
No dilly-dally, baggin up the shorter alley
Bouncin in German cars, still playin shot-ball
Brand Nubian cats, here to flip one for you
For sure dog cause this is how we do

Just an old fashioned love song, playin on the radio
Brand Nubian cats, here to flip one for you (2x)

[Sadat X]
Ah , I see men mitts (?)
Watch the green van cause inside's the dicks
The prayer beads bleeds from the crucifix
Went tight comin out boy I be down in six
Or when the sun go down, or when it's round in the BX
(?)
Cats on the concourse, still holdin dx (?)
Bums on the street often ask me for change
What's change when I'm tryin to save up for the Range?
I want the whole world and my old back
Change that -- I want half the world, and my old
You can play the hell out, like those that came before ya
Your style is butt, similar to a cobra
That's your pimp strut
But what you foes is really doin
Is leaving your empire in ruins
I'm the problem solver
I got the brand new revolver
But I got a new album too
I want to be here for that money and the rest of my crew
Y'all know it's true-- a nigga like me is due

Just an old fashioned love song, playin on the radio
Brand Nubian cats, here to flip one for you (2x)

[Puba]
Now you know I gots to come back strong
See I been doing this too goddamned long
For me to ever try to come back wrong
Check my pockets and my empty light just came on
Don't wanna do wrong so I think I'm best to make this song
Undeniably satisfiably master microphone mutilator
None greater, ain't no Automator
Grand Puba and Dattie, riding shotty in the Mazarati
As we come and blaze you with this body

[Sadat]
Corner poets get smacked and hit, savagely bit
I go git and then you out of it, permission to quit
I mean right, I keep the green light specials
Half price a slice, you blink twice
I done picked up the dice
I'm that nice, Dattie X the party-starter
Number one heart-ripper-aparter
More vice and than Las Vegas, Nevada
I try harder every day
It's all work and no play





Just an old fashioned love song, playin on the radio
Brand Nubian cats, here to flip one for you (2x)

Overall Meaning

The song "Once Again" by Handsome Boy Modeling School featuring Grand Puba and Sadat X is a classic hip-hop track that showcases the skills of these two legendary rappers. The song is about their experiences in the rap game and how they have established themselves as top MCs. Grand Puba, in the first verse, talks about his greatness as a rapper and how he has been able to stay on top of his game. Sadat X, in the second verse, talks about his struggles as a rapper and his desire to succeed.


The chorus of the song is a simple repetition of the line "Just an old fashioned love song, playing on the radio." This line is used ironically, as the song is not a love song. Instead, the line implies that the song is an ode to the old school style of hip-hop that these rappers represent. The song is filled with wordplay, metaphors, and cultural references that show the rappers' depth of knowledge and skill.


Overall, "Once Again" is a testament to the greatness of these two rappers and their place in hip-hop history. The song's catchy beat, clever lyrics, and strong performances create a memorable listening experience for fans of the genre.


Line by Line Meaning

Get up out my way, it's Grand Pub's turn to shine
I need to step up and be recognized for my rap skills


Hurt MCs ride the pine and get paid, no nevermind
I don't care about the competition or their money


One time as I sew it up like Dr. Frankenstein
I dominate and create my own unique style like the famous literary character


Chickens ride the pony cause the rhyme flow genuine
Women love my genuine flow and style


Shorty watch your step or you might get Rocked like Chris
Girls need to be careful not to get caught up in my world like Chris Rock's character in 'New Jack City'


Are you feelin this? You dig the way it's going down?
Do you like what you hear and see?


Chickens stress me out like paparazzi
Women cause me the same stress that paparazzi give to celebrities


As I flip a flow you desire
When I rap, I attract and satisfy your desires


Dattie blaze those trees and let's start this forest fire
Let's smoke some weed and get this party started


My rhymes carry like the weight on Barry
My words have the same significance and weight as the legendary athlete Barry Bonds


Stack cheddar like Combs and buy homes like Larry
I accumulate and manage wealth like Sean 'Puffy' Combs and Larry Johnson


I be smoother than Tal, Sharp-ton like Al
I have the same smoothness and coolness as Talib Kweli and the same sharpness as Al Sharpton


No dilly-dally, baggin up the shorter alley
I don't waste time and get straight to the point


Bouncin in German cars, still playin shot-ball
Even with my wealth, I still enjoy playing a simple game like basketball


Ah, I see men mitts ? Watch the green van cause inside's the dicks The prayer beads bleeds from the crucifix Went tight comin out boy I be down in six Or when the sun go down, or when it's round in the BX (?) Cats on the concourse, still holdin dx (?) Bums on the street often ask me for change What's change when I'm tryin to save up for the Range? I want the whole world and my old back Change that -- I want half the world, and my old
I see men with gloves on and need to be careful because the police are around. I am dedicated to my religion, but also enjoy money and my Porsche Cayenne. Sometimes, I hang out downtown or with my crew, and I refuse to give bums money because I am saving up to buy the expensive Range Rover. I want to have a lot of success, but also enjoy my old life.


You can play the hell out, like those that came before ya Your style is butt, similar to a cobra That's your pimp strut But what you foes is really doin Is leaving your empire in ruins
You can try to be like those before you, but you just sound terrible like a snake. You think you're cool like a pimp, but you're really hurting your reputation.


I'm the problem solver I got the brand new revolver
I am a master at fixing problems and have a new gun to protect myself


But I got a new album too I want to be here for that money and the rest of my crew Y'all know it's true-- a nigga like me is due
I have a new album coming out, and want the money to take care of my crew. It's time for me to get what I deserve


Now you know I gots to come back strong See I been doing this too goddamned long For me to ever try to come back wrong Check my pockets and my empty light just came on Don't wanna do wrong so I think I'm best to make this song Undeniably satisfiably master microphone mutilator None greater, ain't no Automator Grand Puba and Dattie, riding shotty in the Mazarati As we come and blaze you with this body
I have been in the rap game for a long time and need to come back with a lot of strength. I need to make sure to earn money in the right way. I am a master of the microphone and my partner Grand Puba and I are cruising in his Mazarati with this sick track


Corner poets get smacked and hit, savagely bit I go git and then you out of it, permission to quit I mean right, I keep the green light specials Half price a slice, you blink twice I done picked up the dice I'm that nice, Dattie X the party-starter Number one heart-ripper-aparter More vice and than Las Vegas, Nevada I try harder every day It's all work and no play
I am ready to fight and will destroy other rappers. I have permission to quit if I want to. I am quick and am always ready to go. I am a great party-starter and great at breaking hearts. I am basically the king of Las Vegas, I try hard every day and don't take breaks.


Just an old fashioned love song, playin on the radio Brand Nubian cats, here to flip one for you (2x)
This song is just an old-fashioned love song being played on the radio. We, Brand Nubian cats, are here to perform for you and rip a new track.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: PAUL E. HUSTON, DANIEL M. NAKAMURA, DANIEL WILLIAMS

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Smooth like peanut butter, funky like a good cheese

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That “shawty watch your step or you might get rocked like chris” bar hits even harder now 🔥😂💯

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"My rhymes carry like the weight on Barry, stack cheddar like Combs and buy homes like Larry"

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