It's Like That
Jay-Z / Kid Capri Lyrics

Yeah, uh-huh, watch this y'all (c'mon)
Introducing a new song that is performed by Jay-Z and Kid Capri.

Uh, watch this y'all
Repeated acknowledgment for the listeners to pay attention.

C'mon, Jigga, watch this y'all
A request for Jay-Z to join in.

C'mon, Roc-A-Fella y'all
A shout-out to the record label.

Uh, watch this y'all (it's Kid Capri and Jay-Z)
A playful reminder of who is performing the song.

It's Jay-Z and Kid Capri, uh-huh
The confirmation of the performers.

'Cause I'm like that yo
A confident assertion of the artist's style and personality.

I'm really like that (c'mon yeah)
Reasserting the artist's confidence and authenticity.

As a youngin dumbin, gun in the waist
A reference to the artist's involvement in criminal activity in their youth.

Sold crack to those who couldn't take the pain
An explanation of the artist's motivations for criminal activity.

And had to numb it with base
Further elaboration on the use of drugs by the artist's clients.

Couldn't drink the Henny straight, I needed somethin to chase
An admission of the artist's own alcohol and drug use.

Nowadays I throw shots back, leavin nuttin to waste
A reference to the artist's current lifestyle, where they have the means to indulge without concern.

Life's like a treadmill, niggas runnin in place
A metaphorical remark on the repetitive nature of life and the struggles experienced by people of color.

Gettin nowhere fast, a whole year done past
An acknowledgement of the difficulty of breaking free from this cycle and the passing of time.

I vowed to never stop winnin, 'til the earth stop spinnin
A declaration of the artist's ambition and drive.

Rock hot linen, cop hot cars and hot women
The artist's interest in wealth, luxury items, and women.

If it's not him then you got it confused, y'all not rememberin
Asserting that the artist is someone to remember and recognize.

My motto is simply I will not lose (I will not used)
A declaration of the artist's resilience and determination.

Abide by the block rules, I buy my glocks used
Acknowledging the dangers of living in a violent neighborhood and the artist's need for protection.

Wit bodies on it, let me know anybody want it?
A reference to the artist's willingness to engage in violence against those who threaten or cross them.

I'm raised, illrational, way misunderstood
Commenting on the artist's upbringing and how it has shaped their personality and perspectives.

If you ain't live like I live, been one with the hood
Acknowledging that not everyone has experienced the same life as the artist and therefore may not fully understand them.

I done what I could, to come up with this paper 'til this day still
Reminiscing on the hardships the artist has faced and overcome in order to earn money and succeed.

Run with the hood, guess it's part of my nature
An introspective comment on the artist's connection to the neighborhood and culture they were raised in.

If Hell awaits a, nigga, I'm comin with the razors
A reference to the artist's willingness to fight and defend themselves against anyone, even in the afterlife.

Still flashin ya shit, try to pass me in a Six
A boast about the artist's success and ability to outdo others.

Type classy on the wrists, every bit of 30 karats
Description of the artist's jewelry, indicating their wealth and success.

This is, not a game this is not why I came
An assertion that the artist is not playing around and is serious about their music and success.

May these words find a spot on your brain and burn
Expressing the artist's hope that their music will impact and resonate with listeners.

Then I recycle my life I shall return
A comment on the cyclical nature of life and the artist's belief in reincarnation.

How tight is your flow?
A challenge to other rappers, questioning the quality of their artistry.

How right is your dough?
A reference to the artist's wealth and success.

How white is your blow?
A double entendre, referencing both the purity of drugs and the artist's financial success.

Only, write what you know
A comment on the importance of authenticity and staying true to oneself in music.

I'm a hop skip and a jump from grippin the pump
Commenting on the artist's readiness for violence if necessary.

Spittin a couple of curse words, and hittin you chump
An example of the tough, aggressive tone of the artist's music and personality.

Shit, I get digits in lumps
Bragging about the artist's success in seducing women.

I'm a motherfuckin problem, is this what you want?
Asserting the artist's dominance and confrontational attitude towards others.

Overachiever, I love chicks that puff cheeba in reefer paper
An example of the artist's specific preferences when dating and seducing women.

I hate the ones that blow up ya beeper, 'cause I
An expression of frustration with clingy women.

Go in it deeper, I only bone divas
An indication of the artist's high standards for women.

Impregnate the world when I come through your speakers
A boast about the artist's impact on the music industry and global culture.

Fuck hot, my records got the fever
An assertion that the artist's music is hotter and more popular than anyone else's.

Niggas kick dirt, get ya whole block sweeped up
A warning to others that the artist has resources and can easily retaliate against them.

I creep up when the beef heats up
A comment on the artist's readiness for violence if necessary.

Caught him with his feet up and shoes off, 'bout to snooze off
An example of the artist's successful retaliation and dominance over their rivals.

Hatin, 'cause you can't turn the booze off
An assumption that others dislike the artist because they are envious of their success and lifestyle.

You dudes is too soft, why I don't fuck with you all
A dismissive attitude towards others who the artist sees as weak or beneath them.

I might bark your ex, and spit at the locks
A threat of potential violence or retaliation against someone who has crossed the artist.

But, other than that, I don't be fuckin with cats
An indication that the artist is not interested in maintaining relationships with those who are not valuable to them.

Just me Ty and B.I.g, thug it like that
A reference to the artist's close relationships with other notable musicians.

E, Dame and Biggs, who else fuckin with that?
Questioning who else can match their success and lifestyle.

Y'all can never diss Jigga, get nothin for that
Asserting that anyone who tries to attack or criticize the artist will not succeed.

Other than a couple of slugs in ya back
A warning of the potential consequences for anyone who tries to confront the artist.

Rappers y'all, runnin around like I won't gun ya down
A commentary on the artist's readiness for violence if necessary to defend themselves from rivals or perceived threats.

Last nigga that fronted, two shots spun him around
A reference to the artist's past violence and willingness to retaliate against those who threaten them.

Lord, accept this offerin here's somethin for your crown
Referencing the artist's connection to God and the importance of their music in hip-hop culture.

I admit no malice, I just met his challenge and won
Asserting that the artist does not hold ill will towards those who confront them but will not back down.

How tight is your flow? (Know what I'm sayin?)
A repetition of the artist's challenge to other rappers to match their skills and talent.

(I'm built like that ya heard?) How right is your dough?
A repetition of the artist's self-promotion and bragging about their success and wealth.

(On all levels we can get it on, you know?)
An invitation to others to try and match their skills and success.

(Jigga, Kid Capri, yo) Only, write what you know
Acknowledging the collaboration between Jay-Z and Kid Capri.

(Soundtrack for the streets nigga) How tight is your flow?
A repetition of the artist's challenge to other rappers to match their skills and talent.

How right is your dough?
A repetition of the artist's self-promotion and bragging about their success and wealth.

'Cause I'm like that yo, ya heard?
An assertion that the artist is confident and authentic in their music and persona.

How white is your blow? Holla back
A repetition of the previous double entendre, referencing both the purity of drugs and the artist's financial success.

Bounce wit me, bounce
An exhortation for listeners to dance or move to the rhythm of the song.

Girls and gun (uh-huh bounce)
Describing the subjects and themes of the song.

All I want (bounce wit me c'mon, bounce)
A repetition of the exhortation to dance or move to the rhythm of the song.

Stock exchange (uh-huh bounce)
A reference to the artist's wealth and success.

Rocks and thangs (Jigga)
A repetition of the artist's self-promotion and bragging about their success and wealth.

Girls and guns (Kid Capri shit, huh?)
Describing the subjects and themes of the song and acknowledging the contributions of Kid Capri.

All I want (Who's fuckin' with that? Huh?)
An assertion that the artist and Kid Capri are the best in their field, inviting others to challenge them if they dare.

Stock exchange (like that yo)
A repetition of the artist's reference to their wealth and success.

Rocks and thangs (I'm just like that yo)
A repetition of the artist's self-promotion and bragging about their success and wealth.