We Got Our Own Thang
Heavy D and The Boys Lyrics


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Everybody, shake your body, we don't ill, we chill at party
Keep a groove that's sensual, three-dimensional, unquestionable
The lover is professional
Got a category, my own and I'm the president
With my particular style, particular, extracurricular, smoother and trickier
Throwing on lyrics like you throw up a flapjack
You're a Chicen McNugget and I'm a Big Mac
Brainstorm soloist, have a Coca-colaist, doing very well
Because it took the right road to this
Path, make the undertake, the recordbreaker
Get up on the floor and do the Heavy D shake
Started with a pow and I'm going to end with a bang

We've got our own thang

Picture the set, girlies wet with sweat
In the corner people sitting down
They've had as much as they could possibly get
Here while I'm lamping
Feeling like a champ and push up on a cutie
Phone digits I'm stamping
The place was packed though, stuffed like an Oreo
Everybody broke for a Heavy D video
Pumping in stereo, people said, "Here we go,"
A cutie down in front said, "Heavy you're my hero"
Understand this, before you make a comment
Because there's always a meaning in a Heavy D statement
In this life, I strive for improvement
Be your own guide, follow your own movement
Loving is a legend
Me, I'm legendary at it
Living on the mike makes me a rapping acrobat
Don't try to swing, because you couldn't even hang
We've got our own thang

We've got our own thang

Original, smooth criminal, dance a lot, dance a little, shuffle to the middle
Don't clock anybody, let them all clock you
Don't be down with anybody, let them all be down with you
Stay self-managed, self-kept, self-taught
Be your own man, don't be borrowed, don't be bought
Started with a pow and I'm going to end it with a bang
We've got our own thang





We've got our own thang

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Heavy D & The Boyz's song "We've Got Our Own Thang" speak to the individuality and unique style of the group as they encourage listeners to let loose and enjoy the party. The song begins with an invitation to dance and chill out, emphasizing the group's relaxed and confident approach to their music. The lyrics convey a sense of ownership and pride, as Heavy D proclaims himself as the president of his own category and accentuates his particular style.


Throughout the song, Heavy D conveys a sense of performer as professional, comparing himself to a Big Mac and other fast-food chains. He also emphasizes his own individuality as a "brainstorm soloist," calling attention to his creativity and ability to come up with new ideas. The lyrics also convey a sense of positivity and encouragement as Heavy D urges listeners to be their own guides and follow their own movement, emphasizing independence and self-sufficiency.


Overall, the lyrics to "We've Got Our Own Thang" speak to the confident, creative style of Heavy D & The Boyz and the group's emphasis on individuality and self-expression.


Line by Line Meaning

Everybody, shake your body, we don't ill, we chill at party
Let's all dance and have a good time without causing any trouble


Keep a groove that's sensual, three-dimensional, unquestionable
Let's keep the dancing smooth, multi-dimensional, and enjoyable


The lover is professional
I am a skilled lover


Got a category, my own and I'm the president
I have my own unique style and I am in control of it


With my particular style, particular, extracurricular, smoother and trickier
My style is unique, creative, smooth, and impressive


Throwing on lyrics like you throw up a flapjack
I am effortlessly delivering my lyrics


You're a Chicen McNugget and I'm a Big Mac
I am superior to you, like a Big Mac is better than a Chicken McNugget


Brainstorm soloist, have a Coca-colaist, doing very well
I am a creative and talented rapper, and I'm doing great


Because it took the right road to this
I succeeded because I made the right choices and worked hard


Path, make the undertake, the recordbreaker
I am paving my own way and breaking records


Get up on the floor and do the Heavy D shake
Let's dance to my signature move, the Heavy D shake


Started with a pow and I'm going to end with a bang
I started strong and will finish even stronger


Picture the set, girlies wet with sweat
Imagine the scene, with girls dancing and sweating


In the corner people sitting down
Some people are taking a break from dancing and sitting down


They've had as much as they could possibly get
They are tired from dancing and can't handle anymore


Here while I'm lamping
I'm enjoying the scene and taking it all in


Feeling like a champ and push up on a cutie
I'm confident and approaching an attractive girl


Phone digits I'm stamping
I'm getting her phone number


The place was packed though, stuffed like an Oreo
The place was crowded, like an Oreo cookie


Everybody broke for a Heavy D video
Everyone stopped dancing to watch a Heavy D music video


Pumping in stereo, people said, "Here we go,"
The music was playing loudly and people were excited


A cutie down in front said, "Heavy you're my hero"
A girl in front of me complimented me


Understand this, before you make a comment
Think before you speak


Because there's always a meaning in a Heavy D statement
My words have a purpose and meaning


In this life, I strive for improvement
I am always trying to become better


Be your own guide, follow your own movement
Be true to yourself and live your own life


Loving is a legend
I am a legendary lover


Me, I'm legendary at it
I am very skilled in the art of love


Living on the mike makes me a rapping acrobat
Rapping is like performing acrobatics for me


Don't try to swing, because you couldn't even hang
Don't try to be like me, because you can't handle it


Original, smooth criminal, dance a lot, dance a little, shuffle to the middle
I am unique, smooth, versatile, and can dance in any style


Don't clock anybody, let them all clock you
Don't focus on others, let them focus on you


Don't be down with anybody, let them all be down with you
Don't try to fit in with others, let them accept you for who you are


Stay self-managed, self-kept, self-taught
Be self-reliant and always learning


Be your own man, don't be borrowed, don't be bought
Be yourself and don't let anyone control or influence you


Started with a pow and I'm going to end it with a bang
I started strong and will finish even stronger


We've got our own thang
We have our own unique style and way of doing things


We've got our own thang
We have our own unique style and way of doing things




Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TEDDY RILEY, DENNIS JAMES COFFEY, GENE GRIFFIN, DWIGHT MYERS, MICHAEL RICHARD THEODORE, CURTIS WELLINGTON DURDEN, CONSTANCE LAVERNE DURDEN, CHARLES LEE CLARK JR., CORNELIUS BROWN JR., JONI LAVERN TOLBERT

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Comments from YouTube:

@mommatina7321

This man can spit lyrics while making sense, and no foul language! Thatโ€™s a legend!

@rexyumul1910

BADD dude.. . rest OGโš”๏ธ๐Ÿ€

@Saveyourbs

Different era. RIP Hev

@sjw520

Facts!

@mortimerlivan557

He did spit foul lyrics as a guest artiste at a KRS-1 show. This might be before he blew up.

@micheledaly5823

Look how Troy smiled through the whole video.He had such a great spirit and loved what he did.Continue to RIP.You are still missed 30 yrs later.RIP Heavy D.

@rexyumul1910

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@damonadams9640

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@theonlyheinz2624

One of the most underrated hip-hop artists of all time...Heavy was dope and he had the moves for a big man...RIP Heavy D

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