What to Do
Jadakiss feat. Styles P & Sheek Louch Lyrics
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It's 1AM, I just jumped out the shower
It's 2AM, gotta go get some sour
It's 3AM, the club still open
It's 4AM, I'm drunk and I'm still smokin'
It's 5AM, I hit a bitch on camera
It's 6AM, she went and got me a sandwich
It's 7AM, I get up and vanish
It's 9AM, meetings with the hammer
It's 10AM, I caught a duffel lick
It's 11AM, I caught another lick
It's 12PM, I'm 'bout to get a check
Me too, can't talk no money, if you ain't get it yet
Never speak about what we doin', if you ain't did it yet
Fuck your opinion on how we livin', if you ain't live it yet
Do you know what time it is, tell me do you know?
Do you know what time it is, it's time to get the dough
They say time is money, that's the only time I know
If you ain't talkin' money, then it's time for you to go
Do you know what time it is, tell me do you know?
Do you know what time it is, it's time to get the dough
They say time is money, that's the only time I know
If you ain't talkin' money, then it's time for you to go
Day time, I'm with the homies, I'm in the juice bar
Night time, I'm in the lab, I'm gettin' loose y'all
Wrong time, I put a blade right through y'all
Right time, I give a hug and throw the deuce y'all
Hype time, I get the hammer and straight shoot y'all
Life time, keepin' it real and bein' too hard
Date time, it's keepin' it fake and bein' too soft
My time, always is trill, I keep it true, God
Day time, I'm with my daughter gettin' my father on
Night time, linin' up niggas, gettin' my barber on
Wrong time, middle of the summer with a parka on
Right time, my man want it cheaper, I probably bargain for him
Hype time, jump in the crowd with a deuce deuce on me
Life time, keep me a homie, I know gon' shoot for me
Date time, tell on they best friends when the cops come
My time, fuck what he talkin' 'bout, let's just rob, son
Do you know what time it is, tell me do you know?
Do you know what time it is, it's time to get the dough
They say time is money, that's the only time I know
If you ain't talkin' money, then it's time for you to go
Do you know what time it is, tell me do you know?
Do you know what time it is, it's time to get the dough
They say time is money, that's the only time I know
If you ain't talkin' money, then it's time for you to go
In the first paragraph, the lyrics paint a picture of a night spent engaging in various activities. The singer starts by mentioning that it's midnight and they are staying up late watching the show "Power." As the hours pass, they reveal that they have just taken a shower at 1AM and are planning to go out to get some marijuana at 2AM. The club is still open at 3AM and the singer mentions being drunk and smoking at 4AM. At 5AM, they claim to have engaged in a sexual encounter that was recorded on camera, and at 6AM, the person they had the encounter with got them a sandwich. At 7AM, the singer mentions disappearing or leaving abruptly, and at 8AM, they have important matters to handle. Meetings with a "hammer" could imply they have business dealings involving firearms. The singer then continues the narrative by stating that at 10AM, they successfully committed a robbery and at 11AM, they did it again. By noon, they expect to receive some sort of payment or profit, emphasizing their focus on money. The lyrics also express a disregard for people who haven't achieved financial success, suggesting that if someone isn't talking about money, they should leave.
The second paragraph reinforces the theme of time and money. The lyrics begin by questioning if the listener knows what time it is, and they assert that it's time to make money. Stressing the idea that time equals money, they imply that if someone is not discussing finances, it's time for them to exit the conversation or situation. The lyrics also suggest a focus on hustling and making a living, as they mention being in a juice bar with their friends during the day and working in a lab at night. The wrong time is associated with violence, as the singer mentions using a blade on someone. Conversely, the right time is depicted as a time for showing affection and giving hugs. The lyrics further explore the idea of "hype time" or when one is aggressive and ready to fight, contrasting it with "life time," which involves being real and living with integrity. "Date time" refers to being fake and soft, while the artist's own time is described as always genuine and true. The reference to fatherhood highlights the singer's dedication to their family and contrasts with their involvement in violent activities during the night.
The third paragraph continues to examine different times and their associated actions. During the day, the singer spends time with their daughter and embraces the role of a loving father figure. In contrast, the night is when they engage in potentially dangerous activities, lined up with their role as a barber. The lyrics address both the right and wrong times, highlighting the discrepancy in actions between the two scenarios. The lyrics play with the idea of "hype time" again, this time emphasizing the singer's readiness to employ violence if necessary. They stress the importance of loyalty, implying that they have someone who will retaliate on their behalf. "Date time" suggests that people who are not involved in criminal activities are more likely to cooperate with the police, while the singer's own time is characterized by a readiness to engage in criminal behavior. The lyrics ultimately show a disregard for others' opinions and prioritize their own criminal agenda.
Overall, these lyrics depict a lifestyle centered around nocturnal activities, criminal behavior, and a focus on making money. The singer values the hustle and loyalty that come with their chosen lifestyle, while emphasizing the importance of financial success and a disregard for those who have not achieved it.
Line by Line Meaning
It's 12AM, I'm late up, watchin' Power
It's midnight, I'm awake and watching a TV show called Power
It's 1AM, I just jumped out the shower
It's 1 AM, I recently finished taking a shower
It's 2AM, gotta go get some sour
It's 2 AM, I need to go buy some marijuana
It's 3AM, the club still open
It's 3 AM, the nightclub is still operational
It's 4AM, I'm drunk and I'm still smokin'
It's 4 AM, I am intoxicated and still smoking marijuana
It's 5AM, I hit a bitch on camera
It's 5 AM, I recorded a video of me physically assaulting someone
It's 6AM, she went and got me a sandwich
It's 6 AM, a woman I know brought me a sandwich
It's 7AM, I get up and vanish
It's 7 AM, I wake up and leave quickly without a trace
It's 8AM, I got some shit to manage
It's 8 AM, I have tasks and responsibilities to take care of
It's 9AM, meetings with the hammer
It's 9 AM, I have meetings with people involved in illegal activities
It's 10AM, I caught a duffel lick
It's 10 AM, I successfully robbed someone for a large sum of money
It's 11AM, I caught another lick
It's 11 AM, I successfully robbed someone else
It's 12PM, I'm 'bout to get a check
It's noon, I am about to receive a financial payment
Me too, can't talk no money, if you ain't get it yet
I agree, we can't discuss financial matters if you haven't acquired wealth yet
Never speak about what we doin', if you ain't did it yet
We should never discuss our actions if you haven't experienced them
Fuck your opinion on how we livin', if you ain't live it yet
Disregard your judgment of our lifestyle if you haven't experienced it yourself
Day time, I'm with the homies, I'm in the juice bar
During the daytime, I hang out with my close friends at a juice bar
Night time, I'm in the lab, I'm gettin' loose y'all
During the nighttime, I am in a creative space, experimenting and having fun
Wrong time, I put a blade right through y'all
At an inappropriate moment, I may use a knife to harm or threaten others
Right time, I give a hug and throw the deuce y'all
At the right moment, I show affection by hugging and giving a peace sign
Hype time, I get the hammer and straight shoot y'all
During an intense or thrilling moment, I use a firearm to shoot at others
Life time, keepin' it real and bein' too hard
Throughout my entire life, I strive to be authentic and tough
Date time, it's keepin' it fake and bein' too soft
During a romantic encounter, it involves being insincere or weak
My time, always is trill, I keep it true, God
In my own time, I always keep it authentic, true to myself, my beliefs, and the higher power
Day time, I'm with my daughter gettin' my father on
During the day, I spend time with my daughter and embrace my role as a father
Night time, linin' up niggas, gettin' my barber on
At night, I prepare a line of individuals (possibly for illegal activities) like a barber lining up clients
Wrong time, middle of the summer with a parka on
At an inappropriate moment, such as in the middle of summer, I wear a heavy coat called a parka
Right time, my man want it cheaper, I probably bargain for him
At the correct moment, when my friend wants a lower price for something, I negotiate on their behalf
Hype time, jump in the crowd with a deuce deuce on me
During an energized moment, I enter a crowd while carrying a small firearm
Life time, keep me a homie, I know gon' shoot for me
Throughout my life, I surround myself with loyal friends who I know will be willing to use violence for me
Date time, tell on they best friends when the cops come
During a romantic encounter, some individuals may betray their closest friends by providing information to the police
My time, fuck what he talkin' 'bout, let's just rob, son
In my own time, I don't care about his words; let's just engage in robbery, my friend
Do you know what time it is, tell me do you know?
Are you aware of the current situation and circumstances?
Do you know what time it is, it's time to get the dough
Do you understand that it's time to make money?
They say time is money, that's the only time I know
People claim that time is equivalent to money, and that concept is the only one I am familiar with
If you ain't talkin' money, then it's time for you to go
If you aren't discussing financial matters, then it's time for you to leave
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, HITMAKERDOT PUBLISHING, Songtrust Ave
Written by: David Brewster, David Styles
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