Can You Handle It
J.C. Lodge Lyrics


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Yeah, aww yeah, Heavy D, Dogg Pound
Herb McGruff, no doubt
Ladies and gentlemen, dat nigga Daz

Who you are son, blow you away to smithereens
At war like fifty marines against the Philippines
What a team we are, my vision only runs far
Beyond the moon, Jupiter, Mars, the stars

[Unverified] when I speak, watch out when the homey creep
Verbally you heard my name throughout the street
Watch out where you hang homey, be careful where you hang out
No doubt, I'm about my cash, and all about my clout

Yeah, now speak on it, cousin who want it, talk to me
Heav' Diggy, niggy be jiggy, gruff you wit' me?
(Yeah)
L.B.C., N.Y.C., D.P.G., Heavy D
All up in yo' frame, Pretty Tone type game, now listen

I know this sunny who be lifty off Henny
Lovin' be good 'n' plenty when she sippin' on Remy
Not many like me, I like when you do, what you do
To excite me, it's all about you, then it's all about you

Since you our love child, the stallion of style
You live foul when on the prowl I kidnap the crowd
The raw rough, rugged enough to call bluffs
Ladies try lockin' niggaz down like cuffs

It's off the heezy, girl, I like my hair peasy
(Touch me, tease me)
Girl, take it easy
I hits the spizzy with Heav' Dizzy and Young Daz
You're too young to last wit'cha pretty young ass

Just thought I'd let you know what you're feeling, babe
Can you handle it? Can you handle it?
Do you know what you're dealing with?
Can you handle it? Can you handle it?

Yeah, yo knick knack paddy whack give a Dogg a Pound
Glass of champagne, mix some hydro with brown
Lyrical outlaw, write my rhymes southpaw
Poppin' shit, niggaz get punched in they mouth for

McGruff the Crime Hound, droppin' the nine sound
From New York to out of town be knockin' them dimes down
This is how we do it in the N.Y.C.
All we really love is controversy

I heard you plottin' on my pockets
All this barbershop talk y'all be doin', niggaz stop it
You ain't hurtin' nuttin', you frontin', runnin' 'round here like you real
Then tell me how you feel when you get yo' cap pealed
(You know the deal)

Why you wanna front on me?
This ain't nuttin' new to me, nuttin' you can do me
Shorties dey be true to me, this big fella, high yellow complexion
East coast, west coast connection

Just thought I'd let you know what you're feeling, babe
Can you handle it? Can you handle it?
Do you know what you're dealing with?
Can you handle it? Can you handle it?

I'm just posted, toastin' up, sippin' on a shake
All the moves you make, e'ry step you take
Get you all alone and bend you 'til you break
Wait then give you back to the cat in the cake

Nah, I ain't a sucker, I'm all about my papes
Just 'cause you caught the vapes and tryin' to hang like drapes
Mess around and get your feelings crushed like grapes
I give it all it takes to shake just like quakes

Herb McGruff, Heav' D, Dogg Pound creation
Bet'chu this sound here gon' bump around the nation
Hear it on your radio station
Turn up your stereos, keep your blunts blazin', amazin'

One love to the Harlem Foundation
We be gettin' down, you can tell my town nathin'
About money makin', tired of all these clown niggaz fakin'
Uptown and Dogg Pound will keep the ground shakin'

This is how we roll when I'm comin' through ya town
You lovin' how it sound 'cause we be gettin' down
You can find me at the bar, puffin' on cigar
Preferably Cuban or, sippin' Evian

He the Don, the Don, officially
All the honies want me when they see me initially
One by one I take 'em all individually
And if it's goin' down then we doin' it collectively

Just thought I'd let you know what you're feeling, babe
Can you handle it? Can you handle it?




Do you know what you're dealing with?
Can you handle it? Can you handle it?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to J.C. Lodge's song "Can You Handle It" is a collaboration between several rappers including Heavy D, Dogg Pound, and Herb McGruff. The song is about the rappers' braggadocious and boastful lifestyles. The lyrics mention living life extravagantly with things such as champagne, cigars, and Cuban-style experiences. The verses convey an air of confidence and coolness, with references to the rappers' individual styles and unique approaches.


The verses of the song have a lot of wordplay and metaphors, showcasing the rappers' expertise with language. They describe themselves as a team that runs beyond the stars and beyond reality. There is a sense of competition in their rhymes, as they claim to be the best and to be able to handle anything that their lives throw at them. The chorus of the song asks the question, "Can you handle it?" and challenges the listener to join in and be part of the group.


Overall, the lyrics to "Can You Handle It" are playful and confident, delivered with the kind of swagger and bravado that define the rap genre.


Line by Line Meaning

Who you are son, blow you away to smithereens
I have the power to annihilate anyone who stands against me with incredible force


At war like fifty marines against the Philippines
I am unstoppable, like a fierce army ready to defeat any opposition


What a team we are, my vision only runs far
Together, we are an unstoppable force, and my aspirations and dreams know no bounds


Beyond the moon, Jupiter, Mars, the stars
My ambitions and goals reach far beyond the limits of our own planet, extending throughout the vastness of the universe


Watch out when I speak, watch out when the homey creep
Be cautious and attentive when I communicate, as even in silence, my presence can be felt


Verbally you heard my name throughout the street
My reputation and influence are known and recognized by everyone in the neighborhood


Watch out where you hang homey, be careful where you hang out
Choose your company and surroundings wisely, as they can greatly impact your life


No doubt, I'm about my cash, and all about my clout
Without a doubt, I am focused on making money and establishing my influence and reputation


I know this sunny who be lifty off Henny
I am familiar with a woman who gets intoxicated from drinking Hennessy


Lovin' be good 'n' plenty when she sippin' on Remy
She experiences great pleasure and love when she drinks Remy Martin


Not many like me, I like when you do, what you do
There are few who compare to me, and I appreciate when you do what you do


To excite me, it's all about you, then it's all about you
Your actions and presence bring excitement and joy into my life, and my focus revolves around you


Since you our love child, the stallion of style
As you are the product of our love, you possess a unique and charismatic sense of style


You live foul when on the prowl I kidnap the crowd
When you are in search of excitement and adventure, you live recklessly, captivating everyone around you


The raw rough, rugged enough to call bluffs
I am tough and resilient, capable of exposing and challenging others' lies and deceptions


Ladies try lockin' niggaz down like cuffs
Women attempt to control and dominate men like prisoners captured in handcuffs


It's off the heezy, girl, I like my hair peasy
It's amazing, girl, I prefer my hair to be natural and kinky


(Touch me, tease me) Girl, take it easy
I want you to touch and tease me, but at the same time, I want you to be gentle and considerate


I hits the spizzy with Heav' Dizzy and Young Daz
I bring the excitement and energy, along with Heav' Dizzy and Young Daz


You're too young to last wit'cha pretty young ass
You are too immature to endure the challenges and difficulties that come with your youthful attractiveness


Just thought I'd let you know what you're feeling, babe
I want to make sure you are aware and understand the emotions you are experiencing, my dear


Can you handle it? Can you handle it?
Are you capable of managing and coping with the intensity of our relationship?


Do you know what you're dealing with?
Do you truly understand the kind of person and situation you are involved with?


Yeah, yo knick knack paddy whack give a Dogg a Pound
Give some respect and recognition to a member of the Dogg Pound crew


Glass of champagne, mix some hydro with brown
Enjoy a classy and luxurious drink while blending together marijuana and alcohol


Lyrical outlaw, write my rhymes southpaw
I am an unconventional and rebellious songwriter, crafting my rhymes with a unique and unorthodox style


Poppin' shit, niggaz get punched in they mouth for
I engage in disrespectful talk, causing those who cross me to face physical consequences


McGruff the Crime Hound, droppin' the nine sound
I am McGruff the Crime Hound, delivering the sound of my powerful and influential presence


From New York to out of town be knockin' them dimes down
Whether in New York or elsewhere, I am successful in attracting and impressing beautiful women


This is how we do it in the N.Y.C.
This is the way we carry ourselves and live our lives in the vibrant city of New York


All we really love is controversy
We thrive on creating and being at the center of controversial situations


I heard you plottin' on my pockets
I am aware that you are scheming and planning to take advantage of my wealth


All this barbershop talk y'all be doin', niggaz stop it
I am uninterested in the gossip and idle chatter you engage in, so cease your pointless conversations


You ain't hurtin' nuttin', you frontin', runnin' 'round here like you real
Your attempts to intimidate or cause harm are futile, as you are pretending and acting tough


Then tell me how you feel when you get yo' cap pealed
Let me know your true emotions and thoughts when your reputation and facade are exposed and stripped away


(You know the deal) Why you wanna front on me?
You are already aware of the reality, so why pretend and put on a false front in my presence?


This ain't nuttin' new to me, nuttin' you can do me
These situations and attempts to intimidate hold no novelty for me, as they cannot affect me


Shorties dey be true to me, this big fella, high yellow complexion
Young women remain loyal and devoted to me, acknowledging my distinct features as a tall, light-skinned man


East coast, west coast connection
I have established a strong bond and alliance between the East Coast and West Coast music scenes


I'm just posted, toastin' up, sippin' on a shake
I am relaxed, enjoying myself, sipping on a refreshing drink


All the moves you make, e'ry step you take
I am observing and aware of all your actions and every move you make


Get you all alone and bend you 'til you break
I will isolate you and manipulate you until you reach your breaking point


Wait then give you back to the cat in the cake
After satisfying my desires, I will discard you and leave you to deal with the consequences


Nah, I ain't a sucker, I'm all about my papes
I am not a fool or easily fooled, my focus is solely on making money


Just 'cause you caught the vapes and tryin' to hang like drapes
Your attempts to fit in and be accepted are superficial and insincere


Mess around and get your feelings crushed like grapes
If you play around or toy with your emotions, you will end up feeling hurt and defeated


I give it all it takes to shake just like quakes
I put in maximum effort to make an impact and create a sensation, just like earthquakes


Herb McGruff, Heav' D, Dogg Pound creation
Together, Herb McGruff, Heav' D, and the Dogg Pound create a powerful and influential force


Bet'chu this sound here gon' bump around the nation
Confidently, I assure you that this song will resonate and become popular nationwide


Hear it on your radio station
You will hear this song playing on your favorite radio stations


Turn up your stereos, keep your blunts blazin', amazin'
Crank up the volume on your stereos and continue enjoying your marijuana, because this song is incredible


One love to the Harlem Foundation
I send heartfelt greetings and support to the Harlem Foundation, a charitable organization


We be gettin' down, you can tell my town nathin'
We party and have a great time, and nobody can criticize or stop us


About money makin', tired of all these clown niggaz fakin'
We are solely focused on making money and have grown weary of those who pretend and deceive


Uptown and Dogg Pound will keep the ground shakin'
The collaboration between Uptown (Harlem) and the Dogg Pound will continue to create a significant impact


This is how we roll when I'm comin' through ya town
This is our style and manner when I visit your town


You lovin' how it sound 'cause we be gettin' down
You are captivated and enjoy the sound we create because we know how to have a good time


You can find me at the bar, puffin' on cigar
You can locate me at the bar, smoking a cigar and indulging in luxury


Preferably Cuban or, sippin' Evian
Specifically, I prefer Cuban cigars and prefer to drink the premium brand Evian


He the Don, the Don, officially
I am the leader, the ultimate authority, and officially recognized as such


All the honies want me when they see me initially
As soon as women lay eyes on me for the first time, they are immediately attracted to me


One by one I take 'em all individually
I seduce and captivate each woman one at a time, treating them as unique and special


And if it's goin' down then we doin' it collectively
If we engage in any action or venture together, we do it as a unified and cohesive group




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAMIEN BLYDEN, DELMAR DREW ARNAUD, DWIGHT MYERS, HERBERT MALBURN BROWN, TONY MARIO DOFAT

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