People
J. Dilla aka Jay Dee Lyrics


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I don’t like fake people, fake people
Idibia to face people, face people
Fake smile on their face people, face people
Priorities misplaced people, placed people
Tell me say I don’t have the energy
I don’t even like the people at this party
They just wanna take a sip of my Hennessy
Of my Hennessy

Dey your lane
Dey your lane, make I dey my lane
Dey your dey
Dey your dey, make I dey my dey
Airplanes, catching flights, I’m on holiday
A ma sé, let them say what they wanna say
I’m so antisocial, I don’t have the energy
It be God, he my bestfriend, I don’t need nobody

Tell that boy he a bitch, we gon’ test him
He ain’t got no inner G
Make her say bye to her boyfriend
Me I’m making enemies
Me and her friends hopped up in the Benz
Pay the police in my ends, break the law you gotta spend
Known to keep the baddest bitches up on they knees
I know you seen it, you ain’t gotta believe
I done made her mad now it’s hella awkward
I step on the grass now it’s hella watered
Leave your man at home baby he hella forward
I’m trying to relax, not trying to be recorded
Fake people, smile on their face people
One day they love, next day they hate, people
Me stay away, not trying to face people
Me see no evil, me no face evil
If she mine I’m on her skin
Might be your turn but I’mma have her again
Not insecure, I know you like other men
You don’t compare, you know I’m nothing like them

I don’t like fake people, fake people
Idibia to face people, face people
Fake smile on their face people, face people
Priorities misplaced people, placed people
Tell me say I don’t have the energy
I don’t even like the people at this party




They just wanna take a sip of my Hennessy
Of my Hennessy

Overall Meaning

J. Dilla's "People" is a song about his distaste for fake people and his desire to stay away from them. The lyrics express his feelings of being tired of being around people who put on a front, smile in front of him but talk behind his back, and have misplaced priorities. He doesn't want to waste his energy dealing with them, preferring to stay in his lane, be antisocial, and spend time with God.


The chorus reiterates the theme of fake people, with J. Dilla proclaiming his dislike for them, from the fake smiles on their faces to their misplaced priorities. The verse takes a more confrontational turn, with J. Dilla calling out fake friends and people who test him, while also boasting about his ability to attract the baddest women and not being insecure about other men. The song ends with the chorus, emphasizing the importance of avoiding fake people and preserving one's energy.


Overall, "People" is a song with a clear message of staying away from fake people and prioritizing one's mental and emotional health.


Line by Line Meaning

I don’t like fake people, fake people
I dislike individuals who put on a facade and are not genuine in their interactions and behavior.


Idibia to face people, face people
I prefer honest individuals who are straightforward and sincere in their dealings with others.


Fake smile on their face people, face people
Some people pretend to be happy and friendly while masking their true feelings and intentions, which I find disingenuous.


Priorities misplaced people, placed people
Individuals who have their priorities mixed up and don't prioritize what matters most in life are not admirable, in my opinion.


Tell me say I don’t have the energy
I am too drained and exhausted to deal with insincere or fake people, and I don't want to exert energy on them.


I don’t even like the people at this party
The people at this gathering do not appeal to me, and I do not want to interact with them.


They just wanna take a sip of my Hennessy
People are only interested in me for what they can get from me, such as my belongings or status.


Dey your lane
Focus on your own path and stay in your lane.


Dey your lane, make I dey my lane
Mind your own business and let me live my life as I choose.


Dey your dey
Stay true to who you are and what you want in life.


Dey your dey, make I dey my dey
Live your life on your own terms, and I'll live mine the way I want to.


Airplanes, catching flights, I’m on holiday
I am free to do what I want and travel wherever I wish without worrying about other people's opinions or demands.


A ma sé, let them say what they wanna say
I am not concerned with what others have to say about me or my actions, and I will continue living my life without regret.


I’m so antisocial, I don’t have the energy
I am not interested in being around people who are fake or insincere, and I am too drained to deal with them.


It be God, he my bestfriend, I don’t need nobody
I do not need anyone but God in my life, as He is my closest confidant and companion.


Tell that boy he a bitch, we gon’ test him
I will call out anyone who is not genuine and see how they react to it.


He ain’t got no inner G
He lacks the courage and strength to confront situations and people genuinely.


Make her say bye to her boyfriend
I will cause a girl to leave her boyfriend for me without any guilt or remorse.


Me I’m making enemies
I am choosing not to please everyone all the time, which may result in making some people dislike me.


Me and her friends hopped up in the Benz
I and a group of girls are riding in my fancy car, having a good time.


Pay the police in my ends, break the law you gotta spend
I have to bribe the police in my area to avoid any legal problems, but if someone breaks the law, they will face the consequences.


Known to keep the baddest bitches up on they knees
I have a reputation for having attractive women fawn over me and go to great lengths to please me.


I know you seen it, you ain’t gotta believe
I am aware that people have witnessed my charm and charisma with women, and I do not care if they doubt or believe it.


I done made her mad now it’s hella awkward
I did something to upset a woman, now things are uncomfortable and tense.


I step on the grass now it’s hella watered
I command attention and respect wherever I walk, and people will do whatever it takes to please me.


Leave your man at home baby he hella forward
I am willing to try to woo a girl who is in a relationship, and her partner is likely aggressive and forceful.


I’m trying to relax, not trying to be recorded
I am not interested in capturing every moment of my life, as I am content with enjoying the moment and not seeking attention or validation.


One day they love, next day they hate, people
People's opinions and feelings can change rapidly and without warning, which is why I do not put too much stock in their approval or disapproval.


Me see no evil, me no face evil
I refuse to engage with negative or malicious people or situations, as I prefer to focus on positive energy and healthy relationships.


If she mine I’m on her skin
If I have a woman's affections, I will do whatever it takes to keep her interested and close to me.


Might be your turn but I’mma have her again
Another man may have a woman's attention for a time, but I am confident in my ability to win her back and keep her.


Not insecure, I know you like other men
I am not afraid of losing a woman's interest, as I recognize that she may appreciate other qualities and traits in men besides my own.


You don’t compare, you know I’m nothing like them
I am unique and offer characteristics that separate me from other men, and the woman I am addressing recognizes this.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHUKWUKA EKWEANI, JESSE MOLLETT

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@pwfletcher007

The greatest producer of all time RIP Dilla

@darlycaetano8124

After Premier and DrDre yes!

@Herofixtv

@Darly Caetano No

@Herofixtv

Fact

@avetrey

R.i.p. homie, known Dilla since the age of 3, and he was 4. I wish I still had a mixtape he did for me that was so cold he mixed a kids fairytale record with some run dmc still today let's me know how dope he would be and he was like 10 yrs old then. Much love to lil bro Illa J, keep it movin' to the k.i.m. 1 love Detroit Conant Gardens. Peace

@moonleyet

everytime i listen to this it makes me wanna shed a tear. this track is beautiful...

@georgiagurlgamingx3237

Sure is

@ChristalMorrow

Me too!! I just told my son hearing this makes me wanna cry 😢

@rushDSC

Can't believe this song has 3 dislikes. WHAT IS THERE TO DISLIKE? Aside from the fact that Jay Dee has passed on..

@LAVALORDZUNIVERSE2

this beat is so infectious!

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