Keep Talkin'
Juvenile Lyrics


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[Chorus: x2]
Keep talkin' out the side of your mouth (pow!)
Smack the taste right up out of your mouth (pow!)
"I wa', I wa'" That's what I'm talkin' about (pow!)
Keep talkin' out the side of your mouth (pow!)

Since I hit the TV now I'm a hot topic
But that don't mean Skipper won't pop it
Ain't that that dude with the H2 and the nice wallet?
And I got four words, stay off my dick
You wanna make it to where Skip ain't got shit
So you could ride around town and spread your gossip
Make up stories like "U.T.P. done dropped Skip"
"Juve' used the man, paid him and then got rich"
C'mon stop it, you're makin' it up
Damn, how much hate is enough, boy you faker than fuck
"I just saw Skip blazin' it up
With a dime piece, smilin', gettin' head in the truck
Look, right now he headed for us" (Look!)
"You lyin' motherfucker, dude he right behind 'em, you a busta"
Cause that's your old lady he with
Them hoes is for everbody, stop savin' a bitch

[Chorus: x2]

Open my eyes when the sun rise, blazin'
First nigga on the strip, even if my block's hotter than Cajun
I cop them Haitan, Jamaicans, Cubans and Yanks
Program with every race, now I cuts my own steak
Known to take G trips to a town like Wimbleton
Get a bust' down spot and be servin' like Wimbledon
Black John McEnroe, my rap flows are clapped (uh-hu)
Supposed to be hot as Tabasco, look at them assholes now
Homie, when I'm seen there's a crowd
With head bustas off the streets talkin' loud, ready to wild
Get respect for a few things
Deranged, the chopper spit
And the first off the block to cop a new Range
Life is fast, I get cash and write about it
At night it ain't safe in the South, we bout it bout it
Doubt it and get bodied 'cause the shotty will lift,
Your big muscleman bodyguard off his shit

[Chorus: x2]

Who lil' daddy with the fitted cap turned back?
Know some of these niggas got respect, he tryin' to earn that
Hopefully one of these niggas with yayo will see that
And put him in the right position he tryin' to be at
They talkin' in the wind but they no better than the play though
They could make a carton or a t-shirt in a day though
I ain't tryin' to flex my power bitch but I got say so
And I could make a million; American, yen or peso
They say I got a attitude, that's not the issue at all
Don't get involved when I'm doin' what I have to do
I'm suttle now but I could turn into an animal
Blow it out of proportion and I ain't understandin' you
Not in it for the short, I want the long term
Fuck the government, I'm a take care of my own children
You gon' have to zip your lip up, before a nigga flip up
I don't think they understandin' me, holler at 'em Skipper





[Chorus: x5]

Overall Meaning

In Juvenile's song "Keep Talkin'," he addresses the rumors and gossip that surround him and his lifestyle. He asserts dominance and warns those who speak ill of him that they will be met with violence. The chorus reiterates this message, emphasizing that those who talk behind his back will get a swift punch in the mouth.


Throughout the song, Juvenile paints a picture of his life as a successful rapper, living fast and making money. He mentions his TV appearances and his expensive cars and clothing. However, he remains vigilant against those who would try to bring him down, calling out his haters as "fake" and "lying motherfuckers."


Overall, the song represents the glorification of power and success, as well as the use of violence as a means of maintaining that power. Despite the aggression in the lyrics, the beat and melody of the song are catchy and upbeat, making it a popular choice for club and party settings.


Line by Line Meaning

Keep talkin' out the side of your mouth (pow!)
Continuing to speak negatively about me will result in physical retaliation.


Smack the taste right up out of your mouth (pow!)
I will physically punish those who speak disrespectfully to me.


"I wa', I wa'" That's what I'm talkin' about (pow!)
I am referencing a popular saying to emphasize my point and warn others to watch what they say.


Since I hit the TV now I'm a hot topic
My recent appearance on TV has made me a popular and talked-about figure.


But that don't mean Skipper won't pop it
Being popular doesn't mean I'm immune to violence from others, particularly Skipper.


Ain't that that dude with the H2 and the nice wallet?
I am questioning someone's motives for spreading rumors and gossip about me, particularly someone who drives an H2 and has a nice wallet.


And I got four words, stay off my dick
I am telling someone to stop being obsessed with me and to leave me alone.


You wanna make it to where Skip ain't got shit
You are trying to ruin Skipper's reputation and take away his success.


So you could ride around town and spread your gossip
You are spreading rumors and lies in order to gain attention and create drama.


Make up stories like "U.T.P. done dropped Skip"
You are creating false rumors about U.T.P. dropping Skipper from their label.


"Juve' used the man, paid him and then got rich"
You are claiming that I used Skipper to make money and gain fame, which is not true.


You're makin' it up
You are creating and spreading false information about me and Skipper.


Damn, how much hate is enough, boy you faker than fuck
You are filled with hate towards me and Skipper, and your false rumors make you fake and dishonest.


"I just saw Skip blazin' it up
You are claiming to have seen Skipper smoking marijuana.


With a dime piece, smilin', gettin' head in the truck
You are claiming to have seen Skipper with an attractive woman, receiving oral sex in a truck.


Look, right now he headed for us" (Look!)
Skipper is headed towards us and we need to be careful.


"You lyin' motherfucker, dude he right behind 'em, you a busta"
You are lying about Skipper's whereabouts, and I am calling you out for it and insulting you.


Cause that's your old lady he with
The woman you saw with Skipper is actually your girlfriend or wife.


Them hoes is for everbody, stop savin' a bitch
You shouldn't be possessive or protective of a woman who is sleeping with multiple men.


Open my eyes when the sun rise, blazin'
I am frequently awake early in the morning, likely from smoking marijuana.


First nigga on the strip, even if my block's hotter than Cajun
I am known for being the first person on my block, despite the potential danger in doing so.


I cop them Haitan, Jamaicans, Cubans and Yanks
I have connections and relationships with people of various races and ethnicities.


Program with every race, now I cuts my own steak
I am comfortable and familiar with people from all backgrounds, and I am now independent and successful.


Known to take G trips to a town like Wimbleton
I am known to travel to wealthy and exclusive neighborhoods like Wimbleton.


Get a bust' down spot and be servin' like Wimbledon
I buy a house and turn it into a popular spot, similar to the Wimbledon tennis tournament.


Black John McEnroe, my rap flows are clapped (uh-hu)
I am a skilled rapper with a powerful and respected flow, similar to the tennis player John McEnroe.


Supposed to be hot as Tabasco, look at them assholes now
I was once considered a popular and successful rapper, but people now see me as unimportant or foolish.


Homie, when I'm seen there's a crowd
Whenever I am out in public, people gather around me to talk and watch me.


With head bustas off the streets talkin' loud, ready to wild
People who are involved in criminal activity surround me and are ready to act out violently if necessary.


Get respect for a few things
I am respected for my skills as a rapper and my connections to various people and places.


Deranged, the chopper spit
I am known for being unhinged or crazy, and I am willing to use guns to defend myself.


And the first off the block to cop a new Range
I am always one of the first people in my neighborhood to buy a new Range Rover.


Life is fast, I get cash and write about it
My life is filled with excitement and money, and I write songs about my experiences.


At night it ain't safe in the South, we bout it bout it
The South, particularly at night, can be dangerous and violent, and I am ready to defend myself if necessary.


Doubt it and get bodied 'cause the shotty will lift,
If you doubt my ability to protect myself, you will likely get shot with my gun.


Your big muscleman bodyguard off his shit
Even your bodyguard is not safe from my violent retaliation.


Who lil' daddy with the fitted cap turned back?
I am questioning the identity of a man wearing a backwards hat.


Know some of these niggas got respect, he tryin' to earn that
I am aware that some people respect this man, and he is trying to earn more by associating with me.


Hopefully one of these niggas with yayo will see that
I hope that one of my associates with drugs will see the potential in this man and give him a chance.


And put him in the right position he tryin' to be at
I hope to help this man achieve the success and position in life that he desires.


They talkin' in the wind but they no better than the play though
People are spreading false rumors and gossip, but they know nothing more than rumor and speculation.


They could make a carton or a t-shirt in a day though
People are quick to create and sell merchandise related to me, without any real connection or understanding of my life.


I ain't tryin' to flex my power bitch but I got say so
I am not trying to brag about my influence, but I do have the ability to make important decisions and changes.


And I could make a million; American, yen or peso
I am confident in my ability to make large amounts of money in various currencies.


They say I got a attitude, that's not the issue at all
People criticize my attitude, but that is not the real problem.


Don't get involved when I'm doin' what I have to do
I am focused on achieving my goals, and I don't want anyone to interfere or distract me.


I'm suttle now but I could turn into an animal
I am currently being calm and controlled, but I am capable of becoming violent and aggressive.


Blow it out of proportion and I ain't understandin' you
If you exaggerate or overreact to a situation, I will not be able to relate or understand you.


Not in it for the short, I want the long term
I am not just focused on short-term success or attention, I want to achieve long-term goals and stability.


Fuck the government, I'm a take care of my own children
I don't trust or rely on the government to provide for my family, I will take care of them myself.


You gon' have to zip your lip up, before a nigga flip up
You need to stop talking and spreading lies, or I may become violent and retaliate.


I don't think they understandin' me, holler at 'em Skipper
I don't think people truly understand me or my perspective, perhaps Skipper can help explain it to them.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: C NICHOLAS, P JAMES, TERRANCE FREEMAN, TERUIS GRAY

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