Check Yo Self
Ice Cube Lyrics


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Yeah, word is bond
Das EFX in this, you know what I'm sayin'?
Straight from the sewer, word is bond
Yeah, yah, ah, yeah
We doing this with my nigga
Where my nigga Ice Cube in the motherfucker?
Word is bond
You better check yo' self before you wreck yo' self
'Cause I'm bad for your health
I come real stealth
Dropping bombs on your moms
Fuck car alarms
Doing foul crime
I'm that nigga wit' yo' Alpine
Sold it for a six-o, always let tricks know
And friends know we got the indo'
No, I'm not a sucker sitting in a House of Pain
And no, I'm not the butler, I'll cut you
Head-butt you, you say you can't touch this
And I wouldn't touch ya, in fact mothafucka
Here to let you know, boy, oh boy
I make dough but don't call me Dough Boy
This ain't no fucking motion picture
A guy or bitch-a, I'll get wit'cha
And hit you taking that yack to the neck
So you better run a check

So come on and chickity-check yo' self before you wreck yo' self
Chickity-check yo' self before you wreck yo' self
Yeah, come on and check yo' self before you wreck yo' self
'Cause shotgun bullets are bad for your health

Microphone check, one, two (check it)
Microphone check, one, two (check it)

Tricks wanna step to Cube and then they get played
'Cause they bitch-made pulling out a switchblade
That's kinda trifle 'cause that's a knife-o
AK-47, assault rifle
Hold the fifty, I'm nifty, pow
I got a new style, watch out now
I hate motherfuckers claiming that they folding bank
But steady talking shit in the holding tank
First you wanna step to me
Now your ass screaming for the deputy
They send you to Charlie-Baker-Denver row
Now they running up in you slow
You're gone, used to be the Don Juan (check that shit out)
Now your name is just 'Twan
Switch it, snap it, rolling your eyes and neck
You better run a check

So chickity-check yo' self before you wreck yo' self
Come on and check yo' self before you wrickity-wreck yo' self
So chickity-check yo' self before you wreck yo' self
'Cause big dicks up yo' ass is bad for your health

Microphone check, one, two (check it)
Microphone check, one, two (check it)

If you're foul, you better run a make on that license plate
You coulda had a V8
Instead of a tre-eight slug to the cranium (pow)
I got six and I'm aiming 'em
Will I shoot or keep you guessing?
'Cause fuck you and that shit you're stressing
Bitch get off the wood, you're no good
There goes the neighborhood hooker (slut)
Go ahead and keep your drawers
Giving up the claps and who needs applause
At a time like this, pop the coochie and you're dead
The bitch is a Miami Hurricane head
Sprung, niggas call her "Lips and Lungs"
Nappy dugout, get the fuck out
'Cause women like you gets no respect
Bitch, you better run a check

So chickity-check yo' self before you wreck yo' self
So chickity-check yo' self before you wreck yo' self
Come on and check yo' self before you wrickity-wreck yo' self

'Cause bitches like you is bad for my health

Microphone check, one, two (check it) come again, check it
Microphone check, one, two (check it) come again, check it

Chickity-check yo' self before you wreck yo' self
You better chickity-check yo' self before you wreck yo' self, boy
I said check yo' self before you wrickity-wreck yo' self (check)

Microphone check
Microphone check, one, two
Microphone check, one, two
Microphone check, one, two, one, two
Microphone check, one, two
Microphone check, one, two, one, two
Microphone check, one, two
Microphone check, one, two





Check yo' self, Cube (Check yo' self, Cube)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ice Cube's "Check Yo Self" suggest that one should check their actions before they bring about their own destruction. The song serves as a warning to individuals who frequently engage in foul activities and claim to be living recklessly. Ice Cube mentions that he is bad for their health and "dropping bombs on their moms." He also makes references to selling their stolen goods at inflated prices, something they shouldn't do if they do not want to face legal charges. He further criticizes people who steer clear of danger and try to avoid confrontation by claiming they cannot be touched. The lyrics also touch on the confusion between wanting to fold millions and promote violence like a Hollywood movie.


The lyrics suggest that one must be attentive to their actions since bad things could befall them if they act foolishly. The song stands as a testament to the idea that the decisions we make always have consequences, and we should be mindful of that.


Line by Line Meaning

You better check yo' self before you wreck yo' self
You need to be careful before you cause harm to yourself


'Cause I'm bad for your health
Because I have a negative impact on your health


I come real stealth
I approach very quietly and secretly


Dropping bombs on your moms
Using extreme violence against your family members


Fuck car alarms
I don't care about the noise, I will still commit crimes


Doing foul crime
Engaging in illegal activities


I'm that nigga wit' yo' Alpine
I stole your car stereo system


Sold it for a six-o, always let tricks know
I sold it for $60 and always let my acquaintances know about my illegal actions


And friends know we got the indo'
My friends and I have marijuana


No, I'm not a sucker sitting in a House of Pain
I am not a victim detained in a prison


And no, I'm not the butler, I'll cut you
I am not someone who can be ordered around, I am a violent person


Head-butt you, you say you can't touch this
I will attack and assault you, even if you claim to have an advantage


And I wouldn't touch ya, in fact mothafucka
I will not touch you and in fact, you are not worth my time


Here to let you know, boy, oh boy
I am here to inform you


I make dough but don't call me Dough Boy
I earn a lot of money, but I am not a weakling


This ain't no fucking motion picture
This is not a fake movie, it is real life


A guy or bitch-a, I'll get wit'cha
Regardless of gender, I will attack and assault you


And hit you taking that yack to the neck
I will attack and assault you while you are drinking alcohol


So you better run a check
You better examine your situation and be cautious


Tricks wanna step to Cube and then they get played
People want to challenge me but then they are defeated


'Cause they bitch-made pulling out a switchblade
They are weak and use a small knife to try to harm me


That's kinda trifle 'cause that's a knife-o
That is not very dangerous because it is just a small knife


AK-47, assault rifle
I have a deadly and powerful firearm


Hold the fifty, I'm nifty, pow
I can handle the powerful weapon with ease


I got a new style, watch out now
I have a new way of operating and people should be alarmed


I hate motherfuckers claiming that they folding bank
I don't like when people claim to be rich and successful


But steady talking shit in the holding tank
But they are still in prison and not free


First you wanna step to me
At first, people want to challenge me


Now your ass screaming for the deputy
Now they are calling for law enforcement to help them


They send you to Charlie-Baker-Denver row
They send you to prison


Now they running up in you slow
Now people are attacking and harassing them in prison


You're gone, used to be the Don Juan (check that shit out)
You are gone, and your former status as a ladies' man is a thing of the past


Now your name is just 'Twan
Your name has been reduced to a shortened version


Switch it, snap it, rolling your eyes and neck
I will physically beat and harm you


So chickity-check yo' self before you wreck yo' self
You better examine your situation and be cautious


'Cause big dicks up yo' ass is bad for your health
Engaging in homosexual acts can be harmful to one's health


If you're foul, you better run a make on that license plate
If you are doing something illegal, you should check your surroundings


You coulda had a V8
You could have driven a powerful car


Instead of a tre-eight slug to the cranium (pow)
You will receive a bullet to your head instead


I got six and I'm aiming 'em
I have six bullets and I am ready to use them


Will I shoot or keep you guessing?
I may or may not shoot you, and you won't know until it happens


'Cause fuck you and that shit you're stressing
I don't care about your problems or concerns


Bitch get off the wood, you're no good
You are weak and pathetic


There goes the neighborhood hooker (slut)
Someone who is known for having multiple sexual partners


Go ahead and keep your drawers
Keep your clothes on


Giving up the claps and who needs applause
Having sex with numerous partners and not seeking praise


At a time like this, pop the coochie and you're dead
I will kill you for engaging in sexual activities at a time like this


The bitch is a Miami Hurricane head
A promiscuous person with a reputation for oral sex


Sprung, niggas call her "Lips and Lungs"
She is addicted to oral sex and has been given a crude nickname


Nappy dugout, get the fuck out
Leave immediately and stop engaging in sexual activities


'Cause women like you gets no respect
Women who behave in this way are not treated with respect


Bitch, you better run a check
You better examine your situation and be cautious




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: O'shea Jackson, Larry Muggerud

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@luthfeesenpai4933

Those who are listening this:
MISSION PASSED
RESPECT +




Edit:thanks for the likes after a year. This shows that the game is still playing by people these days..currently i'm also playing the game, about to finish..anyway bless you people out there.
CJ IS STILL A BUSTA!!

Progress: I won😁
See you around, officer



All comments from YouTube:

@LeninuZ

mission passed!

RESPECT +

@ludoviclicorne2065

We all here miss the old time...

@hoshitnevegouagain5133

gta the best game

@musahaque2000

@Marwin Shakur Because most of that 80% in the comments are kids who only find their way here from GTA SA, not here from bein' fans and didn't grow with this kind of music.

@musahaque2000

@Marwin Shakur Yeap.

@ceyonasgt9189

Marwin Shakur The fact is that the ice cube was voiced by Sweet.

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@bigsmoke9848

I Don't Leave The Car If This Song Is Playing In GTA SA

@rolandpatrick1540

This mamba s alive

@izitprod-stylarprod94

All you had to do was to follow the damn train CJ

@MoawiahJamal

Looks like you ain't following any train no more

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