What They Gonna Do
Jay-Z [feat. Sean Paul] Lyrics

Show out her wild side, push out her backside
Encourage her to let loose and be spontaneous, specifically in her physical movements and sexual expressions.

If you with us, throw the diamond up one time
If you're part of our clique, make the Roc-A-Fella sign with your hand to show your support.

Ladies, if you with us, just grind to the bass line
Women who are part of our group should dance sensually to the beat of the music.

Homie, don't be scared to grab her from behind
Men in our crew shouldn't hesitate to touch women intimately, especially from behind.

And make her show out her wild side Push out her backside
Encourage the woman to express herself boldly and uninhibitedly, specifically through her body and sexuality.

Now what the fuck they gonna do with me Got money, got broads, got a crew with me Real as banana clips, I got a zoo with me Get down or lay down nigga to shoot with me Now how the fuck they gon deal with me I ain't going nowhere, they gotta deal with me Got the whole BK ready to kill with me You scared motherfucker, keep it real with me, keep it real with me
I have financial success, plenty of women, and a loyal group of friends, and I'm always ready for any threats or challenges. Those who oppose me have to face the consequences. Don't pretend you're not scared; just be honest and face me directly.

Now what the fuck they gon say to me Got to clap, yi mean all day with me, clap, yi mean Don't play with me, clap, yi mean Stay with me, don't lose me y'all And please don't confuse me with dog, I'm different
Even though I'm successful, I'm still ready to fight and defend myself. Don't try to undermine or mock me, stay loyal to me, and don't mistake me for an ordinary person; I'm unique and powerful.

I bought it back for a living Thirty three O's on a chick back like Pippen Three she can keep for herself to distribute Thirty six O's in a ki, you do the addition Before Mitchell and Ness did it I was moving birds like a Oriole fitted I'm Cal Ripken Jr. let's get it
I make my money through buying and selling illegal drugs. I have 33 ounces of cocaine on a woman's back, and she gets to keep 3 ounces for herself to sell. I had this business before it became popular. I'm skilled at what I do, like a famous basketball player, and I'm ready to keep going.

Honey, what they gon' say to you Got your hair did and your favorite shoes Tell 'em don't play with you, get 'em away from you You need a baller like I, call 'em like I See 'em like naa Move over y'all amateurs No, you not balling that's Pro-Am shit Oh, stop calling that's hoe-man shit Stop falling asleep that's old man shit
If people criticize or disrespect you, don't put up with it. You deserve a wealthy, successful partner who can treat you well. I can be that partner for you and help you see the world beyond your current lifestyle. Don't settle for less and don't let anyone hold you back. Don't deceive yourself that you're wealthy when you're not, don't make pointless calls, and don't act like an old person.

I stands up in it like a champ up in it Be up in it so long, get my calls transferred in it No more minute man in it Get my Soundscan, BDS, and Market and Glance in it Whatcha gon do'
I'm extremely skilled and long-lasting when it comes to sex. I'm so invested in it that I can take phone calls while still doing it. I don't just orgasm quickly like some men do, and I have various ways of measuring my success and popularity in the music industry. What are you going to say or do in response?

You got starch in your flow I flow too many ways, got a arch in my flow All sorts of flow, Rembrandt, Rilke I am art with the flow Even if I'm guilty, you gotta pardon the flow Niggas taking it lightly, had to darken the flow Way I put it together, tear 'em apart with the flow I'm too smart with the flow, you just started the flow Stop it youngin, you 106th & Park with the flow I am pro, as you see I'm off the charts with the flow Actually I'm number one on the charts with the flow In some places they say this, I am God with the flow Like my office, but they're biased, too involved with the flow (Although) I am the youth spirit, I am y'all with the flow Troubled man, dare I say, I am Mar with the flow I come up hard but I evolve with the flow Crossover, slam dunk, Rucker Park with the flow Let's go
My rapping skills are top-notch and multifaceted, like a work of art. Even if I did something wrong in my personal life, you should still appreciate the way I put words together. I had to become more serious and intense with my flow due to competitors who weren't taking me seriously. I have many different styles and influences that contribute to my one-of-a-kind style. Some people think I'm the best at what I do, like a deity. Some places have biases and that affects their perspective on my music. I can relate to young people's struggles, and I'm willing to admit when I'm struggling too. I've faced hardships in my life and grown from them, but my flow never stops being amazing and inspiring. I can handle any challenge or show off my skills in any situation.

(Woo) Yes (Yo yo yo) (Woo) Yes Yes (Yo yo yo) Ah (Yo yo yo) I need a girl right now (Yo yo yo) Yo (Yo yo yo) Yeah (Yo yo yo) Can I do your backside? I need a girl right now Can I do your backside?
This section has no particular meaning or insight; it simply implies that the song is about sex and the artist's desire for a woman. Some lines objectify women and suggest non-consensual touching, which is problematic.