Back & Forth
JoJo Lyrics


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Hollon hollon lemme hit the wood real quick
I come from the trenches n think it’s my time
Deep strokes from the back I be breakin ha spine
Goo
No fucking bappp nigga
JOJO
Go!
Niggas be goofy turned ya self to the opps
Can’t fuck wit you niggas yall federal like cops
No back n forth wit these niggas or thots
Don’t run up on me cause a nigga got shots
No I don’t fw bops just use em for top, den Hit up da Telly cash out for dem Ks
Hallows hit the dome and they ate his face Im up off a glitch boa say 10k
Trill kinda dangerous he stay wit his blick, SBE that’s the click we tryna get rich
Bitch she want dick cmon hoe get ya fix, Don’t play wit da gang befo I up stick
My niggas on go and I swea that’s fasho
Get ta dumpin my 9 hallows hit his spine
Been on my grind I’m just waiting to shine
Ballin like 23 young nigga in his prime
Passin hoes like cp3 you know Issa dine
Pass yo move tcf doing like 10
Put the Glock to his dome if claiming the fin
Brodie like liquor he gone off the hen
He grabbed two bottles the otha say gin
Gotta stay locked in I’m goin for the win
Bro put me in play now I’m fuckin these twins
Finna slide to saks 5th and fuck off like five
Y’all niggas be clowns steady talking that jive
Issa price on his head want em dead or alive
This ain't COD when we get you no revive
Bitches be weird fuck a hint and a sign
Yea I’m on track my life startin to align
No I’m not picky you just gotta be fine
I come from the trenches n think it’s my time
Deep strokes from the back I be breakin ha spine
Lil bitch is you crazy stop pressing decline
Can’t do nomo dates boa fuck wine n dine
Hopped in my bag to gangsta fa crine
Come from the raq whea it be hella crime
Please tell me the truth no time fa lyin
Wood to the face now I feel like I’m fryin
Hollon hollon lemme hit the wood real quick
Gang gang gang you know how we coming
See them blue lights & I get to stomping
Me & nutta be sliding my heart it be pumping
He hung out the window hallow shells they was dumping
Ain’t no back n forth cause I stay wit my goons
Buss @ his head poppin shit like balloons
If ion got Glock beat his ass wit a spoon
I was 13 gettin high watchin cartoons
Flamin up woods and pourin up lean, I just like to get high so Ian no fein
We copped like a 8 only sipppin on clean, that nigga a bitch can’t fight in his dreams
Damn that’s yo bitch we been slutted ha out
Betta gone talk to shorty Ian tryna hear you pout
Ain’t no back and forth




Ain’t no back and forth
Nah... Nah

Overall Meaning

It is important to note that the lyrics of this song contain explicit content and are not suitable for all audiences. The song “Back and Forth” by JoJo is a hard-hitting trap song that talks about JoJo’s upbringing in the dangerous parts of town where he learned to hustle, grind and fight for what he wants. In the first verse, he talks about how he has come from the “trenches” and believes that it is his time to shine. He brags about his sexual prowess, claiming to break spines with his deep strokes from the back. He also asserts that he is not afraid to shoot or take someone out, should they come at him.


JoJo then goes on to talk about the dangers of engaging in “back and forth” with certain individuals, who he believes are federal agents. He advises not to mess with him as he has guns and will not hesitate to shoot. He speaks about not wanting to date girls but instead only using them for sex. He ends by reiterating that there is “no back and forth” with him or his goons, and they will do what they need to do to survive and succeed.


Overall, the song’s lyrics revolve around the life experiences of JoJo and his crew in the streets. It talks about the risks, skills, and mindset required to survive in those tough environments. The lyrics often contain graphic descriptions of violence, sex, and drug use but provide an insight into a world that many people do not face. The song’s hard-hitting delivery and intense beats convey the power and energy that come with that lifestyle.


Line by Line Meaning

Hollon hollon lemme hit the wood real quick
Hold on, let me smoke this marijuana cigarette quickly.


I come from the trenches n think it’s my time
I was raised in a rough neighborhood, and I feel like I'm ready for success.


Deep strokes from the back I be breakin ha spine
During sexual intercourse, I thrust powerfully from behind, causing the other person's spine to bend.


No fucking bappp nigga
I am not telling a falsehood or exaggeration, my statement is truthful.


JOJO
My name is Jojo.


Go!
Let's get started!


Niggas be goofy turned ya self to the opps
Some men act foolishly and have become enemies of mine.


Can’t fuck wit you niggas yall federal like cops
I cannot associate with you because you are akin to law enforcement agents in your behavior.


No back n forth wit these niggas or thots
I will not engage in arguments or conversations with either these men or promiscuous women.


Don’t run up on me cause a nigga got shots
Do not approach me because I have guns and could harm you.


No I don’t fw bops just use em for top, den Hit up da Telly cash out for dem Ks
I do not have romantic feelings for women who engage in casual sex, but will still have sex with them. Then, I will go to a hotel to purchase drugs.


Hallows hit the dome and they ate his face Im up off a glitch boa say 10k
I shot someone in the head and the bullets destroyed his face. Now, due to my criminal activities, I have come into possession of ten thousand dollars.


Trill kinda dangerous he stay wit his blick, SBE that’s the click we tryna get rich
My friend is truly dangerous, always carrying his gun. Our group, SBE, is trying to become wealthy.


Bitch she want dick cmon hoe get ya fix, Don’t play wit da gang befo I up stick
A woman desires to have sex with me, so I suggest she should satisfy herself. Do not mess with my gang or I will harm you with a sharp object.


My niggas on go and I swea that’s fasho
My friends are ready to do whatever it takes, I guarantee it.


Get ta dumpin my 9 hallows hit his spine
I fired my gun multiple times, causing the bullets to hit him in the back and bend his spine.


Been on my grind I’m just waiting to shine
I have been working tirelessly and am waiting for my moment of success.


Ballin like 23 young nigga in his prime
I am playing basketball like Michael Jordan did in his youth, when he was at his best.


Passin hoes like cp3 you know Issa dine
I am having sex with women like Chris Paul, a basketball player, passes the ball to his teammates with skill.


Pass yo move tcf doing like 10
Tell me what you're doing, my group TCF has orchestrated 10 different plans.


Put the Glock to his dome if claiming the fin
If someone accuses me of something, I will point a gun to his head.


Brodie like liquor he gone off the hen
My friend enjoys alcoholic beverages, he is currently under the influence of Hennessy brandy.


He grabbed two bottles the otha say gin
He took two bottles of alcohol, one of which contains gin.


Gotta stay locked in I’m goin for the win
I need to maintain my focus, I'm determined to succeed.


Bro put me in play now I’m fuckin these twins
My friend introduced me to two women, and I am having sex with them both.


Finna slide to saks 5th and fuck off like five
I will visit the luxury department store Saks Fifth Avenue and spend a lot of money, around five thousand dollars.


Y’all niggas be clowns steady talking that jive
Most of you men are like circus clowns, always speaking nonsensically.


Issa price on his head want em dead or alive
Someone has offered a bounty for his assassination, he can be killed or captured alive.


This ain't COD when we get you no revive
This is not a video game like Call of Duty, we cannot revive you after killing you.


Bitches be weird fuck a hint and a sign
Women can have strange behavior, I don't need them to send indirect signals.


Yea I’m on track my life startin to align
Yes, I'm on the right path now, things in my life are starting to come together.


No I’m not picky you just gotta be fine
I'm not choosy, you just need to be attractive.


Lil bitch is you crazy stop pressing decline
Are you insane, woman? Stop rejecting me.


Can’t do nomo dates boa fuck wine n dine
I will not go on any more dates, I just want to have sex.


Hopped in my bag to gangsta fa crine
I adopted a confident and tough attitude, to become a successful criminal.


Come from the raq whea it be hella crime
I come from Iraq, where there is a lot of criminal activity.


Please tell me the truth no time fa lyin
Please tell me the honest truth, I don't have time for lies.


Wood to the face now I feel like I’m fryin
I have smoked marijuana, now I feel high.


Gang gang gang you know how we coming
We are coming in a group, ready to take action.


See them blue lights & I get to stomping
When I see police lights, I run away as quickly as possible.


Me & nutta be sliding my heart it be pumping
My friend and I will be driving around, and my heart rate will increase in excitement.


He hung out the window hallow shells they was dumping
My friend shot a gun out of the car window, firing numerous bullets.


Ain’t no back n forth cause I stay wit my goons
There is no discussion or compromise, because I am always with my tough associates.


Buss @ his head poppin shit like balloons
I shoot him in the head, it is like popping a balloon.


If ion got Glock beat his ass wit a spoon
If I don't have a gun, I will violently hit him with a spoon.


I was 13 gettin high watchin cartoons
When I was 13 years old, I was smoking marijuana and watching animated television shows.


Flamin up woods and pourin up lean, I just like to get high so Ian no fein
I am smoking marijuana and drinking codeine syrup, but I'm not addicted, I just enjoy the effects.


We copped like a 8 only sipppin on clean, that nigga a bitch can’t fight in his dreams
We bought eight ounces of drugs, but only drink clean beverages. That guy is cowardly and incompetent, he cannot even fight in his dreams.


Damn that’s yo bitch we been slutted ha out
Wow, that woman belongs to you, but we have been having sex with her.


Betta gone talk to shorty Ian tryna hear you pout
You should go speak with that girl, I am not interested in hearing you complain.


Ain’t no back and forth
There is no need for discussion or arguing.


Ain’t no back and forth
There is no need for discussion or arguing.


Nah... Nah
No, I don't want to continue this conversation anymore.




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Written by: Jordan Rogers

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@Scarlet_moon7

Boy you can't keep playing
Back forth (back forth)
No time for delaying
Back forth (back forth)
So what is it gonna be
Back forth (back forth)
Are you checkin' for me?
Back forth (back forth)
We can go back forth
Boy you need to let me know
Keep sending me mixed signals
You treat me like your girl 'til your friends come around
Then you're playing me out uh
Need to make up your mind
Be careful boy you will find
Me with somebody else
Don't let a good thing pass you by (so boy)
Boy you can't keep playing
Please hear what I'm saying
No time for delaying
You've gotta be sure so I can't go back forth
So what is it gon be can I be the one baby
Are you checking for me?
You've gotta be sure
I can't go back and forth
You remember when I with somebody else
Cause you know you want for yourself
Well stop playing baby I'm saying
Just tell me the truth
Let me ask you a few question
Why do you always want to keep me guessing?
Boy can you tell me why you let a good thing pass you by
So boy
Boy you can't keep playing
Please hear what I'm saying
No time for delaying
You've gotta be sure so I can't go back forth
So what is it gon be can I be the one baby
Are you checking for me?
You've gotta be sure
I can't go back and forth
Back back forth and forth
Yes or no baby
And tell are you sure
Back back forth and forth
I know you're feeling me so what you waiting for
Back back forth and forth
Yes or no baby and tell me are you sure
Back back forth and forth
I know you're feeling me so what you waiting for
Boy you can't keep playing
Please hear what I'm saying
No time for delaying
You've gotta be sure so I can't go back forth
So what is it gon be can I be the one baby
Are you checking for me?
You've gotta be sure
I can't go back and forth
Boy you can't keep playing
Stop playing whoa
No time for delaying
There ain't no time
There ain't no time
So what is it gon be
Tell me what's it gon be
Can't go back and forth
Are you checking for me baby yeah
Back forth
I ain't gotta wait for you no more
Back forth
Back forth
Back forth



All comments from YouTube:

@juniqueification

Wowwwww this is a MAJOR throwback. The nostalgia. The soul in her voice

@spottieottiedopalisciousan3333

Had to pause my blow-drying process to sang along to this jam. It still bumps..... TIMELESS. 👌🏾

@isokessu

This song is awesome

@spottieottiedopalisciousan3333

@@isokessu Agreed. 💯

@jamesprice5786

HER VOICE IS GIVING ME ASHANTI TEAAASSSSEE AND IDK WHY

@BritneyKyleena13

I'll be damned you are so right, I never caught it until just now

@gtheleo1134

Especially on her song homeboy

@emilyincharge

I remember finding a hat like the one she's wearing in the album art work. I used to think i was such a badass. haha. so many good memories.

@roenaw3303

Haha to be young

@spottieottiedopalisciousan3333

Two words: Sweet Nostalgia! 🥰

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