Part II
Jay-Z/JAY Z Featuring Beyoncé Lyrics


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Who wants that perfect love story anyway, anyway?
Cliché, cliché, cliché, cliché
Who wants that hero love that saves the day, anyway?
Cliché, cliché, cliché, cliché

What about the bad guy goes good, yeah?
And the missing love that's misunderstood, yeah
Black hour glass, hour glass, toast to clichés in a dark past
Toast to clichés in a dark past

Boy meets girl
Girl perfect woman
Girl, get to bustin' before the cops come running, uh
Chucking deuces, chugging D'USSE, uh
Fuck what you say, boys in blue say, uh

I don't care if we on the run
Baby, 'long as I'm next to you
And if loving you is a crime
Tell me why do I bring out the best in you? Oh
I hear sirens while we make love
Loud as hell but they don't know
They're nowhere near us
I will hold your heart and your gun
I don't care if they come, no
I know it's crazy but
They can take me
Now that I found the places that you take, take me
Without you I got nothing to lose

I'm an outlaw, got an outlaw chick
Bumping 2Pac, on my outlaw shit
Matching tatts, this ink don't come off
Even if rings come off
If things ring off
My nails get dirty
My past ain't pretty, my lady is, my Mercedes is
My baby mama harder than a lot of you niggas
Keep it 100, hit the lottery niggas
You ain't about that life ain't gotta lie to me, nigga
You know it's 'til the death, I hope it obvi' to niggas
Uh, cross the line, speak about mine
I'ma wave this TEC, I'ma geek about mine
Touch a nigga where his rib at, I click clack
Push your ma'fucka wig back, I did that
I been wilding since a juvi'
She was a good girl 'til she knew me
Now she's in the drop bustin' U-ies screaming

Take me
Now that I found the places that you take, take me
Without you I got nothing to lose

Deeper then words, beyond right
Die for your love, beyond life
Sweet as a Jesus piece, beyond ice
Blind me, baby, with your neon lights
Ray Bans on, police in sight
Oh, what a beautiful death
Let's both wear white
If you go to heaven and they bring me to hell
Just sneak out and meet me, bring a box of L's
She fell in love with the bad guy, the bad guy
What you doing with them rap guys, them rap guys
They ain't see potential in me, girl, but you see it
If it's me and you against the world, then so be it, uh

I don't care if they give me life
I get all of my life from you
And if loving you had a price
I would pay my life for you

I hear sirens while we make love
Loud as hell but they don't know
They're nowhere near us
I will hold your heart and your gun
I don't care if they come, no
I know it's crazy but

I don't care I'll never give it up
Give it up, give it up, give it all away, yeah
No I swear I'll never give it up
Give it up, give it up, give it all away, yeah
I don't care I'll never give it up
Give it up, give it up, give it all away, yeah
No, I swear I'll never give it up




Give it up, give it up, give it all away
(Without you I got nothing to lose)

Overall Meaning

In Jay-Z/JAY Z's song Part II featuring Beyoncé, Jay-Z asserts his supremacy in the rap game and how he intends to maintain it. He expresses his confidence in his status as a successful rapper and businessman, with a crew beside him ready to fight anyone who dares to disrespect him. He also highlights his success in the drug trade and how he made a living from it before his rap career. He tells listeners to throw their hands up in support and encourages the ladies to dance and show their wild side. Beyoncé joins in on the chorus and asserts herself as superior to other women who try to compete with her. She dismisses them, stating that they do not match up to her standards.


The lyrics of the song reflect JayZ's and Beyoncé's success, especially in the music industry. The song talks about their ability to remain on top no matter the competition, and their audience should acknowledge their superiority. They claim to be very good at what they do, with proof in their accomplishments and a loyal crew behind them. Beyoncé also uses the song to exert dominance over other women who should know not to compete with her, as she is unmatched.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh yeah, uh oh
The artist is back and ready to make an impact.


Y'all know who it is (he's back)
Acknowledging the artist's fame and returning status.


If you with me, throw the diamond up one time
Asking fans to show their support by making a diamond shape with their hands.


Ladies, if you with me, just grind to the bass line
Encouraging women to dance seductively to the song's beat.


Niggas, don't be scared to grab her from behind
Encouraging men to be bold and assertive when dancing with women.


And make her show out her wild side, stick out her backside
Encouraging women to let loose and show off their sexuality.


Now what the fuck they gon' do with me
Confidently questioning anyone who may try to challenge the artist.


Got money, got broads, got a crew with me
Listing the artist's wealth and entourage.


Real as banana clips, I got a Sue with me
Emphasizing the artist's authenticity and trustworthiness.


Get down or lay down nigga to shoot with me
Standing up for oneself and being willing to fight if necessary.


Now how the fuck they gon' deal with me
Continuing to challenge anyone who may try to oppose the artist.


I ain't going nowhere, they gotta deal with me
Asserting the artist's presence and influence in the industry.


Got the whole BK ready to kill with me
Referring to the artist's hometown and supporters who are loyal to him.


You scared motherfucker, keep it real with me, keep it real with me
Challenging anyone who may be intimidated or disrespectful.


Now what the fuck they gon say to me
Posing another challenge to those who may try to discredit the artist.


Got to clap, yi mean all day with me, CLAP, yi mean
Explaining that the artist is serious about his craft and won't back down.


Don't play with me, clap, yi mean
Demanding respect and not tolerating anyone who tries to undermine the artist.


Stay with me, don't lose me y'all
Asking fans to remain loyal and supportive of the artist.


And please don't confuse me with dog, I'm different
Making it clear that the artist is in a league of his own and cannot be compared to others.


I bought it back for a living
Claiming that the artist is successful at what he does.


33 O's on a bitch back like Pippen
Referencing basketball player Scottie Pippen and alluding to the artist's success and wealth.


3 She can keep for herself and distribute
Talking about the artist's possessions and sharing them with others.


36 O's and a ki, you do the addition
Continuing to talk about the artist's wealth and possessions.


Before Mitchell and Ness did it
Stating that the artist was successful before certain trends began.


I was moving birds like a Oriole fitted
Using a metaphor to describe the artist's success in the drug trade.


I'm Cal Ripken Jr. let's get it
Comparing the artist to baseball player Cal Ripken Jr., a legendary and skilled player.


Hon' what they gon' say to you
Talking to someone directly and asking for their thoughts.


Got your hair did and your favorite shoes
Commenting on the person's appearance and style.


Tell 'em don't play with you, get 'em away from you
Warning others not to mess with the person.


You need a baller like I, call 'em like I
Suggesting that the person needs someone like the artist in their life.


See 'em like na
Alluding to the artist's familiarity and experience.


Move over y'all amateurs
Asserting the artist's superiority over lesser skilled individuals.


No, you not balling that's Pro-Am shit
Claiming that the artist is a professional and successful, while others are not.


Oh, stop calling that's hoe-man shit
Addressing those who may be disrespectful or inappropriate.


Stop falling asleep that's old man shit
Encouraging people to stay alert and engaged.


I stands up in it like a champ up in it
Being confident and assertive in all situations.


Be up in it so long, get my calls transferred in it
Being experienced and seasoned in one's craft.


No more minute man in it
Asserting that the artist is no longer a novice in his craft.


Get my Soundscan, B-D-S, and Market and Glance in it
Referring to music industry metrics and showing the artist's familiarity with the industry.


What they gon do'
Asking what others may do in response to the artist's success.


You got starch in your flow
Pointing out that someone else has a similar style or approach to their craft.


I flow too many ways, got a arch in my flow
Explaining that the artist has a versatile and unique style.


All sorts of flow, Rembrandt, Rilkey
Comparing the artist's flow to renowned artists in other fields.


I am art with the flow
Asserting that the artist is creative and artistic with his craft.


Even if I'm filthy, you gotta pardon the flow
Acknowledging that the artist may use profanity or controversial topics in his music.


Niggas taking it lightly, had to darken the flow
Noting that others may not take the artist or his craft seriously, and adapting his style accordingly.


Way I put it together, tear 'em apart with the flow
Being confident in one's ability to make a strong impact with their craft.


I'm too smart with the flow, you just started the flow
Asserting that the artist is more experienced and skilled than others who are just starting out.


Stop it youngin', you 106th & Park with the flow
Offering guidance and advice to those who are less experienced.


I am pro, as you see I'm off the charts with the flow
Being confident in one's abilities and chart-topping success.


Actually I'm number one on the charts with the flow
Being the best and most successful in one's field.


In some places they say this, I am God with the flow
Being so successful and skilled that some people view the artist as godlike or divine.


Like my office, but they're biased, too involved with the flow
Referring to the artist's team or industry connections, who may be biased in favor of the artist.


I am the youth spirit, I am y'all with the flow
Being relatable and in touch with one's fans and audience.


Troubled man, dare I say, I am Mar with the flow
Acknowledging personal struggles or challenges, and overcoming them with the artist's unique style.


I come up hard but I evolve with the flow
Growing and adapting with one's craft, despite hardships or obstacles.


Crossover, slam dunk, Rucker Park with the flow
Using basketball metaphors to describe the artist's ability to make an impact with his craft.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Anthem Entertainment, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Garland Mosley, Jerome Harmon, Shawn Carter, Timothy Mosley, Terius Nash, James Edward Fauntleroy

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