You Got It
Jay-Z J. Cole & Jay Electronica Lyrics
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Hov!
Uh huh, Hov'
You, are, not, ready
Hov', unstoppable, Dynasty, young Hova
I'm a hustler baby (I'm a hustler)
I just want you to know (Wanna let you know)
But where I'm bout to go (Top of the world!)
Now I just wanna love you (just wanna love you)
But be who I am (you know you love me)
And with all this cash (mo' money, mo' problems)
You'll forget your man
Now give it to me
Gimme that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff
But don't bullshit me
C'mon, gimme that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff
When the Remi's in the system, ain't no tellin'
Will I fuck 'em will I diss 'em, that's what they be yellin'
I'm a pimp by blood, not relation
Y'all be chasin', I replace them, huh?
Drunk off Crist', mami on E
Can't keep her little model hands off me
Both in the club, high, singing off key
"And I wish I never met her at all"
It gets better, ordered another round
It's, about, to go, down
Got six model chicks, six bottles of Crist'
Four Belvederes, got weed everywhere
What do you say, me, you, and your Chloe glasses
Go somewhere private where we can discuss fashion
Like, Prada blouse, Gucci bra
Filth Mart jeans, take that off
Give it to me
Gimme that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff
But don't bullshit me
C'mon, gimme that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff
I said give it to me
Gimme that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff
But don't bullshit me
Mama, gimme that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff
Yeah, save the narrative, you savin' it for marriage
Let's keep it real ma, you savin' it for karats
You wanna see how far I'm a go
How, much I'ma spend but you already know
Zip, zero, stingy with dinero
Might buy you Crist', but that about it
Might light your wrist, but that about it
Fuck it, I might wife you and buy you nice whips
Ma, but you really gotta ride nice dick
Know how to work your hips and your head's priceless
Profess you love the Hov', and I'll never let you down
Get you bling like the Neptune sound
Okay, hot Hov', too hot to hold
Ladies love me long time like 2Pac's soul
Only way to roll, Jigga and two ladies
I'm too cold, Motorola, two way page me, c'mon
Give it to me
Gimme that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff
But don't bullshit me
C'mon, gimme that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff
I said give it to me
Gimme that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff
But don't bullshit me
Mama, gimme that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff
I'm a hustler baby (uh, Hov')
I just want you to know (Hov')
It aint where I been
But where I'm bout to go (Hov', Hov')
Now I just wanna love you (young Hova)
But be who I am (know you love me)
And with all this cash (mo' money, mo' problems)
You'll forget your man
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Same song, I'm back, been around the world
Ro-mancing girls that dance with girls
From, Club Cheetah, to Club Amnesia
The Peanuts in L.A., Bubblin' in Dublin
Can't deny me, why would you want to
You need me, why don't you try me
Baby you want to, believe me, Hov'!
Give it to me
Gimme that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff
But don't bullshit me
C'mon, gimme that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff
I said give it to me
Gimme that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff
But don't bullshit me
Mama, gimme that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff
You gotta,
Give it to me
Uh, uh huh
The song "You Got It" by Jay-Z, J. Cole, and Jay Electronica is a classic hip-hop track that centers on material wealth and fleeting relationships, themes that are typical of the genre. The first verse by Jay-Z is a clear statement of power, as he introduces himself as "The Dynasty's unstoppable young Hova." The second verse is by J. Cole, who talks about spending money on things like Cristal and expensive clothes but ultimately just wanting to be loved for who he is. Finally, Jay Electronica takes on the third verse, bragging about his ability to attract women and move seamlessly between different club scenes.
Throughout the song, the repeated call for "that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff" represents the assertive demands of someone who is used to always getting what they want. The verses that follow, in which the three rappers describe their various conquests and dalliances with women, reinforce this theme of luxury and indulgence. However, there is also an underlying sense of detachment or loneliness, as if the rappers are aware that their relationships are often fleeting and transactional.
Overall, "You Got It" showcases the lyrical talents of three of hip-hop's most celebrated artists, while also exploring themes that will be familiar to fans of the genre.
Line by Line Meaning
Let's go
We're starting the song
Hov!
Jay-Z is introducing himself
Uh huh, Hov'
Repeating his introduction with a little emphasis
You, are, not, ready
Jay-Z is telling the listener that they are not prepared for what is about to happen
Hov', unstoppable, Dynasty, young Hova
Jay-Z is boasting about his success and power as an artist
I'm a hustler baby (I'm a hustler)
Jay-Z is referring to himself as a hustler, meaning he is a hard worker and knows how to make money
I just want you to know (Wanna let you know)
He wants to communicate something to the listener
It ain't where I been (It ain't where I been)
Jay-Z is saying that his past is not as important as his current successes
But where I'm bout to go (Top of the world!)
He is focused on his future and becoming even more successful
Now I just wanna love you (just wanna love you)
Jay-Z is expressing his desire for someone
But be who I am (you know you love me)
He wants to stay true to himself, but still be loved by the person he desires
And with all this cash (mo' money, mo' problems)
Jay-Z acknowledges that having a lot of money can create new problems
You'll forget your man
Jay-Z is saying that with all the money he has, the person he is interested in will forget about their current partner
Gimme that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff
Jay-Z is asking for a specific type of energy - funky, sweet, nasty, and intimate
But don't bullshit me
He wants what he asks for and does not want any games
When the Remi's in the system, ain't no tellin'
When he is drinking, he might do something unexpected
Will I fuck 'em will I diss 'em, that's what they be yellin'
People speculate about what he will do when he is under the influence
I'm a pimp by blood, not relation
Jay-Z is referring to his natural confidence and charisma with women
Y'all be chasin', I replace them, huh?
People try to get with his women, but he is not worried because he has a lot of options
Drunk off Crist', mami on E
Jay-Z is drinking champagne and the woman he is with is on ecstasy
Can't keep her little model hands off me
The woman he is with cannot stop touching him
Both in the club, high, singing off key
Both Jay-Z and the woman he is with are under the influence and singing badly
"And I wish I never met her at all"
Jay-Z is quoting a line from a song ("Song Cry") in reference to a past love. He may regret his situation with this woman.
It gets better, ordered another round
Jay-Z spends more money on alcohol
It's, about, to go, down
Things are about to get wild
Got six model chicks, six bottles of Crist'
Jay-Z has a lot of money and can afford expensive champagne and has a lot of attractive women with him
Four Belvederes, got weed everywhere
Jay-Z also has expensive vodka and marijuana all around
What do you say, me, you, and your Chloe glasses
He asks the woman what she thinks about them going somewhere private with her fashionable glasses that are probably made by the fashion brand Chloe.
Go somewhere private where we can discuss fashion
Jay-Z wants to be alone with her to discuss fashion, which could imply having sex since that is what the song has been leading up to.
Like, Prada blouse, Gucci bra
Jay-Z is referencing two very expensive and fashionable brands as hints of what she should take off.
Filth Mart jeans, take that off
Filth Mart is an LA-based clothing brand that sells hand-customized vintage clothing. This line is telling the listener that Jay-Z wants the woman to take her jeans off.
Mama, gimme that funk, that sweet, that nasty, that gushi stuff
He wants more of the same energy as before - funky, sweet, nasty, and intimate
Yeah, save the narrative, you savin' it for marriage
Jay-Z is telling the woman to be more direct and honest about what she really wants instead of playing games and waiting to get married.
Let's keep it real ma, you savin' it for karats
Here he suggests that she is saving sex for expensive possessions, not for love.
You wanna see how far I'm a go
Jay-Z wants her to know that he is willing to give her whatever she wants and will push the limits
How, much I'ma spend but you already know
He wants her to know he will spend a lot of money on her
Zip, zero, stingy with dinero
He is playing with words to impress her that he is generous with his money
Might buy you Crist', but that about it
Jay-Z is saying if he buys her something it will be expensive champagne and not much else
Might light your wrist, but that about it
He will probably buy her a fancy watch, but not much else
Fuck it, I might wife you and buy you nice whips
He is saying he might even commit to her and buy her a luxurious car
Ma, but you really gotta ride nice dick
He is saying that even if he buys her a lot of things she also needs to please him sexually
Know how to work your hips and your head's priceless
She needs to be good in bed, and also do it free of charge.
Profess you love the Hov', and I'll never let you down
He wants her to say that she loves him and promises that he will always be good to her if she does
Get you bling like the Neptune sound
Neptunes is a record production duo, so he's saying that he'll get her expensive jewelry.
Okay, hot Hov', too hot to hold
Jay-Z is too successful to be contained.
Ladies love me long time like 2Pac's soul
Like 2Pac, Jay-Z is saying that women love him.
Only way to roll, Jigga and two ladies
Jay-Z is always with two women who worship him.
I'm too cold, Motorola, two way page me, c'mon
He is saying that he is too cool and popular. He is also referring to the old school way of communication which was considered to be the best way of getting in touch with someone.
Same song, I'm back, been around the world
Jay-Z is saying that he is familiar with the song, and that he has been around the world.
Ro-mancing girls that dance with girls
Jay-Z is talking about his sexual escapades with women who are into other women.
From, Club Cheetah, to Club Amnesia
He has partied at various exclusive clubs.
The Peanuts in L.A., Bubblin' in Dublin
Jay-Z parties in Los Angeles and Dublin.
Can't deny me, why would you want to
Jay-Z is so successful that people can't deny him, and he questions why anyone would want to.
You need me, why don't you try me
He tells his critics they need him and suggests they should work with him.
Baby you want to, believe me, Hov'!
Jay-Z is confident he knows what people want, and confidently affirms himself while referring to himself in third person.
You gotta, uh, uh huh
Jay-Z repeats his chorus to close the song.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHAD HUGO, CHRISTOPHER WALLACE, DERIC MICHAEL ANGELETTIE, JAMES A. JOHNSON, KIT WALKER, MASON BETHA, PHARRELL L. WILLIAMS, SEAN PUFFY COMBS, SHAWN C. CARTER, TODD ANTHONY SHAW
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Super Hadnot Bros. Podcast
J. Cole’s verse is like the younghead kicking it with the old schools because his wisdom is beyond his years. This joint is a gem that many won’t understand in their lifetime. Always nice to see joint efforts that are 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Mr. Martell Sincere
J Cole is dope
nap
"only young fella do it better than the old fellas"
Greg C
Jay Electronica is a lyrical genius
PHILosophy 1990
Daaaaaam....10 years later, and it STILL slaps!
Cole did his thing wit these veterans.
Dr BigF MC
'Hitting like Muhammad Ali...you're more like Tatyana'
That line still kills me
Love Life
11 yes now and still hits
Daniel rucker
@Dr BigF MC fav line
AEOM18&S
This is the verse that made me a J. Cole fan. Wasn't feelin em until I heard this track, 5 years later, he's my favorite artist.
Mike Steinke
Talib's intellectual level is way above most rappers, Jay Elec has a unique flow that no one has mimicked, Cole straight kills it even though the verse doesnt fit with the song but by itself is amazing, and Mos Def doing Mos Def things