Like That
Ijale Lyrics


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Yeah, ay
Ya'll boys better be careful
You don't want me to aim at you
My name ringin' like Saturn
It's my time bitch, you can go after

Aw na I can never go backwards
Goin' up, flyin' high, like Aladdin
Hungry like war-torn famine
Got it locked down and it's all how I planned it

I got a dollar
I got a dollar
I got a dollar hey, hey, hey, hey
Lil' rascal spit it like a scholar
Trying get the gualla all day, day, day

Lil' mama
Shining like the sunup
Baby won't you swing it my way, way, way
Shawty really makin' my day, day, day
Drop it down and let it vibray-ay-ate

I ain't mean to do it like that
I just had to do it like for me
Like it when you do it like that
Shawty can you do it like for me?

I ain't mean to do it like that
I just had to do it like for me
Like it when you do it like that
Shawty can you do it like for me?

Now everybody say hey
Everybody say ho
Now everybody say hey
Everybody say ho-oh-oh-oh

Yeah, lil' shawty just a lil' bit exquisite
Pull up, slide through
Baby you know you can get it
I just really wanna
Whoa, shit
You be really on some different shit
But back to the subject, ooh
You n***** on some fuck shit, whoa
But I ain't really upset, ooh
I just gotta keep it pushin' baby
I keep it pushin' like a single mother pushin' a pram
I'm so real and you n***** is scam
I can't deal with the fake love
All you fake thugs better scram
Lookin' in the mirror, goddamn, goddamn
Lookin' at my shawty and I'm like goddamn
Lookin' at my life and I'm like goddamn
Lookin' at my life it's all in my hands
Lookin' at my life it's all in god's plan like damn

I ain't mean to do it like that
I just had to do it like for me
Like it when you do it like that
Shawty can you do it like for me?

I ain't mean to do it like that
I just had to do it like for me
Like it when you do it like that
Shawty can you do it like for me?

Lemme show you how to vibe now
At the age of 16 I knew how to shine out
A lil' n***** with him mind now
And he spit a 16 all the way til' he time out
From that minute I had no doubt
That this lil' muh-fucker really know what he's talkin' bout
On the way there was all droughts
Now he's back on track
Spittin' facts for the paper route
I don't fuck with bout a hundred cops
I'm wishin' most em' rot in them cells
Never really sought for much
But if it's all for us
Well then I hope my people prevail, real shit
Maz, can you talk about it?
You livin' your dream so have thoughts about it?
I never really really want to start to doubt it
The power in me can really force and album like this

I ain't mean to do it like that
I just had to do it like for me
Like it when you do it like that
Shawty can you do it like for me?

I ain't mean to do it like that
I just had to do it like for me
Like it when you do it like that
Shawty can you do it like for me?

Now everybody say hey
Everybody say ho




Now everybody say hey
Everybody say ho-oh-oh-oh

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ijale's song "LIKE THAT" are a mix of confidence, self-expression, and determination. The opening lyrics set the tone, with Ijale warning others to be careful because he has the skills and ability to come after them if needed. He believes that it's his time to shine and he won't go back to the past. He compares his rise to Aladdin flying high, showing his ambition and hunger for success.


Throughout the song, Ijale emphasizes his self-belief and determination to achieve his goals. He refers to himself as a "lil' rascal" who spits lyrics like a scholar, highlighting his talent and dedication to his craft. He mentions a dollar several times, representing his desire for financial success and the hustle required to attain it. He wants others to recognize his worth and asks for their support.


In the chorus, Ijale acknowledges that he didn't mean to achieve success in the way he has, but he had to do it for himself. He appreciates it when others can perform or achieve like him and asks them to show it.


The second verse takes a more confrontational tone, expressing Ijale's disappointment with some people's behavior. He calls out individuals who engage in "fuck shit" but states he is not upset. Rather, he chooses to focus on pushing forward and remaining true to himself. He refuses to deal with fake love or fake thugs and emphasizes his determination to control his own life and destiny.


In the bridge, Ijale reflects on his journey and how he has evolved as an artist. He started young, already knowing how to shine and express himself. He mentions the struggles he faced along the way but remained confident and determined. He emphasizes the importance of his people succeeding, expressing a desire for his community to prevail despite the challenges they face.


Overall, the song "LIKE THAT" by Ijale celebrates personal growth, self-empowerment, and a refusal to conform to others' expectations. It's an anthem of ambition, determination, and staying true to oneself.


Line by Line Meaning

Yeah, ay
Expressing affirmation and enthusiasm.


Ya'll boys better be careful
A cautionary statement to a group of individuals.


You don't want me to aim at you
Implying a potential negative consequence for the listener.


My name ringin' like Saturn
Highlighting the recognition and popularity of the artist's name.


It's my time bitch, you can go after
Asserting dominance and declaring the artist's priority.


Aw na I can never go backwards
Expressing refusal or unwillingness to regress.


Goin' up, flyin' high, like Aladdin
Emphasizing upward progression and success.


Hungry like war-torn famine
Describing a strong desire or hunger for success.


Got it locked down and it's all how I planned it
Confirming the artist's control and strategic planning.


I got a dollar
Asserting possession of a currency unit.


I got a dollar hey, hey, hey, hey
Repeating the previous line in a rhythmic manner.


Lil' rascal spit it like a scholar
Expressing skilled or articulate communication despite a youthful appearance.


Trying to get the gualla all day, day, day
Expressing continuous efforts to acquire wealth or money.


Lil' mama
Addressing a woman affectionately.


Shining like the sunup
Acknowledging the woman's radiance and attractiveness.


Baby won't you swing it my way, way, way
Inviting the woman to show interest or attention.


Shawty really makin' my day, day, day
Stating that the woman is bringing happiness or joy.


Drop it down and let it vibray-ay-ate
Encouraging the woman to dance in a lively and energetic manner.


I ain't mean to do it like that
Apologizing for an action or behavior.


I just had to do it like for me
Explaining that the action was necessary for personal reasons or fulfillment.


Like it when you do it like that
Expressing a preference or admiration for the woman's behavior or actions.


Shawty can you do it like for me?
Asking the woman to replicate or recreate the admired behavior or action for the artist's enjoyment.


Now everybody say hey
Encouraging everyone to express a greeting or acknowledgement.


Everybody say ho
Encouraging everyone to express excitement or enthusiasm.


Yeah, lil' shawty just a lil' bit exquisite
Describing the woman as both unique and appealing.


Pull up, slide through
Suggesting a confident and smooth approach or entrance.


Baby you know you can get it
Asserting the woman's desirability and availability.


I just really wanna
Expressing a strong desire or longing.


Whoa, shit
An expression of surprise or astonishment.


You be really on some different shit
Acknowledging the woman's unique or unconventional behavior.


But back to the subject, ooh
Returning focus to the main topic or discussion.


You n***** on some fuck shit, whoa
Criticizing a group of people for engaging in negative or deceitful behavior.


But I ain't really upset, ooh
Explaining that despite the negative behavior, the artist remains relatively unaffected emotionally.


I just gotta keep it pushin' baby
Expressing the artist's determination to move forward and overcome challenges.


I keep it pushin' like a single mother pushin' a pram
Using a metaphor to emphasize the singer's persistence and resilience.


I'm so real and you n***** is scam
Asserting the artist's authenticity compared to the deceitful nature of others.


I can't deal with the fake love
Expressing a dislike or avoidance of insincere affection or support.


All you fake thugs better scram
Warning individuals pretending to be tough or intimidating to leave.


Lookin' in the mirror, goddamn, goddamn
Expressing surprise or admiration upon self-reflection.


Lookin' at my shawty and I'm like goddamn
Acknowledging the woman's attractiveness and impact on the artist.


Lookin' at my life and I'm like goddamn
Reflecting on the overall circumstances and outcomes of the artist's life.


Lookin' at my life it's all in my hands
Recognizing personal responsibility and agency in shaping one's own life.


Lookin' at my life it's all in god's plan like damn
Acknowledging a belief in a higher power and the influence of divine guidance in one's life.


Lemme show you how to vibe now
Offering to demonstrate how to experience a positive and harmonious atmosphere.


At the age of 16 I knew how to shine out
Asserting early development or talent in standing out or achieving success.


A lil' n***** with him mind now
Describing a young individual with a mature or intelligent mindset.


And he spit a 16 all the way til' he time out
Referring to the continuous delivery of a rap verse until exhaustion or a designated stopping point.


From that minute I had no doubt
Expressing unwavering certainty or belief from a specific moment onwards.


That this lil' muh-fucker really know what he's talkin' bout
Highlighting the singer's confidence and authenticity in their lyrical content or speech.


On the way there was all droughts
Acknowledging previous periods of scarcity or lack.


Now he's back on track
Revealing a return to success or progress after a temporary setback.


Spittin' facts for the paper route
Delivering truthful or meaningful statements to benefit one's financial or professional journey.


I don't fuck with bout a hundred cops
Asserting a lack of trust or association with a large number of law enforcement officers.


I'm wishin' most em' rot in them cells
Expressing negative or malicious desires towards incarcerated individuals.


Never really sought for much
Indicating contentment or lack of excessive ambition.


But if it's all for us
Expressing a willingness to pursue or strive for something if it benefits oneself or a specific group.


Well then I hope my people prevail, real shit
Expressing genuine concern and desire for the well-being and success of one's community or social circle.


Maz, can you talk about it?
Requesting a person named Maz to contribute or provide insights on a topic.


You livin' your dream so have thoughts about it?
Encouraging someone to reflect on and share their thoughts about their own fulfilled aspirations.


I never really really want to start to doubt it
Expressing a reluctance to question or doubt one's current state of fulfillment or accomplishment.


The power in me can really force an album like this
Asserting that the singer's inner strength or creativity has the ability to produce a remarkable and influential musical project.


Now everybody say hey
Encouraging everyone to express a greeting or acknowledgement.


Everybody say ho
Encouraging everyone to express excitement or enthusiasm.


Now everybody say hey
Encouraging everyone to express a greeting or acknowledgement.


Everybody say ho-oh-oh-oh
Encouraging everyone to express excitement or enthusiasm with extended vocalization.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Jerry Agbinya, Luther Ghee, Mazin Ficak

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