What's Happenin'
Juvenile feat. B.G. & Mannie Fresh Lyrics


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We the only ones with work in the middle of the drought
Then them niggaz 'round the corner, come and see what we about
But we don't know they face so we don't want them by the house
But Skipper started bustin' when he saw them pullin' out

We did them niggaz dirty for fuckin' up our vibe
We packed up all our shit and moved it to the other side
He visited our spot, this girl was on my dick
She said, "I love you, Juvenile but you know you the shit"

I grabbed on my glock, it's where the fools hang out
I'm only tryin' to hustle another change route
But they ain't gettin' nothin' if I ain't on beam
I'ma leave them niggaz sufferin' to find they own things

Workin' with plenty for talkin' 'bout hoes
I don't give them a penny, they comin' out they clothes
Grabbin' on my jimmy to see if nigga swole
Have to get it right with this big 'ol totem pole

Yes, I'm thuggin', yes, I'm clubbin'
I ain't trippin' on you look, bitch, I'm buzzin'
Hoes and niggaz, I'm not lovin'
Fuck what you gettin' if I ain't got nothin'

What's happenin', what's happenin', what's happenin' with that?
What's happenin', what's happenin', what's happenin' with that?
What's happenin', what's happenin', what's happenin', what's happenin'?
What's happenin', what's happenin', what's happenin' with that?

We pull up in front the club and my rims was lookin' nice
The sub woofers bumpin', I need it in my life
We had a couple of fellas, was stuntin' with they eyes
We jump out of the Lexus and got they mind right

See, I ain't gotta rep 'cause they know I got chains
You can catch me in that dro, boy that money green thang
Get a fish and shrimp po', boy, and go sit on St. James
I'm a playa like my ole boy that's where I get game

Hoes start passin' 'cause they want me to see 'em
Ain't givin' no action if they want some per diem
And I keep a soldier rag from the am to the pm
My heater in my lap lookin' great up in the be-M

I know them niggaz watchin' 'cause they know that I'm buck
But they can catch a hot one for fuckin' with a thug
Nothin' was poppin' so we went in the club
All the hoes started jockin' 'cause they knew who we was

Yes, I'm thuggin', yes, I'm clubbin'
I ain't trippin' on you look, bitch, I'm buzzin'
Hoes and niggaz, I'm not lovin'
Fuck what you gettin' if I ain't got nothin'

What's happenin', what's happenin', what's happenin' with that?
What's happenin', what's happenin', what's happenin' with that?
What's happenin', what's happenin', what's happenin', what's happenin'?
What's happenin', what's happenin', what's happenin' with that?

The owner wasn't trippin', he let a nigga in and
The place was jumpin' and the hoes was grinnin'
Not at us though, it was at the other women
Some was butterscotch, some yellow like lemon

Had a couple of foul ones, chicken and pigeons
Some was kinda fine but them bitches didn't listen
Told them meet us outside and hoes got missin'
Put it in reverse and went back for more women

Everybody's rollin' and you can really see it
Look at how they scopin' for somebody to be with
I ain't on shit and I've been G'in since the 80's
Ain't about goin' somewhere, probably then "Beat It"

You already knowin' the way that I'm rockin'
If you ain't goin' then ain't nothin' poppin'
Now I'm about to leave 'cause these niggaz eavesdroppin'
I got my heater on me now an I don't have to cock it

Yes, I'm thuggin', yes, I'm clubbin'
I ain't trippin' on you look, bitch, I'm buzzin'
Hoes and niggaz, I'm not lovin'
Fuck what you gettin' if I ain't got nothin'

What's happenin', what's happenin', what's happenin' with that?
What's happenin', what's happenin', what's happenin' with that?




What's happenin', what's happenin', what's happenin', what's happenin'?
What's happenin', what's happenin', what's happenin' with that?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Juvenile's "What's Happenin" convey a story of survival and street smarts. The singer is dealing with a drought and has to take precautions to protect their "work." They encounter potential threats from others in the neighborhood and have to retaliate to maintain their safety. But despite the dangers, they continue to go out to clubs, "thuggin" and "clubbin," while being cautious of those around them. The lyrics also depict the singer's disdain for those who try to leech off their success and prosperity, with the line "Fuck what you gettin' if I ain't got nothin'." Overall, the song tells a story of street life and surviving in a harsh environment.


One interesting fact about the song is that it was released as the lead single from Juvenile's album "Juve the Great" in 2003. The album was well-received, peaking at #32 on the Billboard 200 chart and featuring collaborations with artists such as Ludacris and R. Kelly.


Another notable aspect of the song is its beat and production, thanks to legendary producer Mannie Fresh. The beat makes prominent use of a sample from The People's Choice's song "Do It Any Way You Wanna," a disco-funk classic from the 1970s.


The song's music video features several notable cameos, including fellow Cash Money Records labelmates Lil Wayne and Birdman. The video was directed by Dawn Shadforth, who has also directed videos for other major artists such as Bjork and Oasis.


"What's Happenin" was well-received by music critics, with many noting its catchy hook and memorable beat. It remains a popular song among fans of southern hip-hop and has been referenced in various pop culture contexts, including in episodes of the TV shows "Atlanta" and "Power."


The song has also been remixed and sampled by other artists, including rapper Mack 10 and electronic music duo The Chemical Brothers.


Despite being nearly 20 years old, "What's Happenin" continues to be played frequently on urban radio stations and in clubs, a testament to its enduring popularity.


Chords are not available as this is a rap song and typically does not contain a melodic progression that can be transcribed as chords.


Line by Line Meaning

We the only ones with work in the middle of the drought
We are the only ones who are able to work and sustain ourselves during difficult times.


Then them niggaz 'round the corner, come and see what we about
Neighborhood men want to investigate us and our operations.


But we don't know they face so we don't want them by the house
We don't recognize them, so we don't want them near our residence or in our business.


But Skipper started bustin' when he saw them pullin' out
Skipper started shooting when he saw them getting ready to leave.


We did them niggaz dirty for fuckin' up our vibe
We took revenge on those neighbors for disrupting our peace and harmony.


We packed up all our shit and moved it to the other side
Due to the conflict and risks, we moved all of our things to the other side of the neighborhood.


He visited our spot, this girl was on my dick
An unwelcome and suspicious man came to where we were, and a girl was flirting with me.


She said, "I love you, Juvenile but you know you the shit"
The girl expressed affection and admiration for me Juvenile.


I grabbed on my glock, it's where the fools hang out
I grabbed my gun because that's where amateur criminals often reside.


I'm only tryin' to hustle another change route
I'm just trying to find another way to make money.


But they ain't gettin' nothin' if I ain't on beam
If I'm not feeling focused and productive, I won't distribute resources to anyone else.


I'ma leave them niggaz sufferin' to find they own things
I'll leave those guys to suffer and struggle to find their own solutions and opportunities.


Workin' with plenty for talkin' 'bout hoes
I have a lot of resources and options, so I don't have to deal with people who only talk about women.


I don't give them a penny, they comin' out they clothes
I won't give them any money, and they will have to work hard for themselves.


Grabbin' on my jimmy to see if nigga swole
Women grabbing my genitals to check their size and stamina.


Have to get it right with this big 'ol totem pole
I have to use and control my big gun responsibly to keep my position and reputation secure.


Yes, I'm thuggin', yes, I'm clubbin'
I am embracing my thug lifestyle and enjoying the club scene.


I ain't trippin' on you look, bitch, I'm buzzin'
I don't care about your opinion or appearance; I'm just having a good time and feeling high.


Hoes and niggaz, I'm not lovin'
I am not loyal or affectionate towards either women or men.


Fuck what you gettin' if I ain't got nothin'
I don't care about what you are receiving if I'm not receiving any benefits.


We pull up in front the club and my rims was lookin' nice
We arrived at the club with my car's fancy rims looking attractive.


The sub woofers bumpin', I need it in my life
The powerful sub-woofers in the car were causing a sensation that I deeply desired and enjoyed.


We had a couple of fellas, was stuntin' with they eyes
Some guys were marveling at our appearance and attitude with their illuminating eyes.


We jump out of the Lexus and got they mind right
We got out of the impressive Lexus and changed the guys' perception and attitude towards us.


See, I ain't gotta rep 'cause they know I got chains
I don't have to flaunt my reputation because people already know I am rich and popular by looking at my chains and accessories.


You can catch me in that dro, boy that money green thang
You might find me smoking marijuana, and I carry a significant amount of money in a green bag.


Get a fish and shrimp po', boy, and go sit on St. James
I suggest getting a fish and shrimp po' boy sandwich and sitting on St. James street to relax and eat.


I'm a playa like my ole boy that's where I get game
I am a successful and confident man like my father, and that's where I learned my skills and secrets.


Hoes start passin' 'cause they want me to see 'em
Women started moving in front of me to catch my attention and observe them.


Ain't givin' no action if they want some per diem
I won't have sex or show interest in women who are just looking for money or gifts.


And I keep a soldier rag from the am to the pm
I always carry a bandana to signify my affiliation with my gang and for practical purposes.


My heater in my lap lookin' great up in the be-M
My powerful gun in my lap looks impressive and reassuring inside the BMW car.


I know them niggaz watchin' 'cause they know that I'm buck
I'm aware those guys are watching me closely because they know I'm rich and somehow illegal.


But they can catch a hot one for fuckin' with a thug
Those guys should be careful because if they mess with me, I'll become violent and take revenge.


Nothin' was poppin' so we went in the club
Since nothing was happening outside, we entered the club to seek entertainment.


All the hoes started jockin' 'cause they knew who we was
All the women noticed and became interested in us because they recognized us.


The owner wasn't trippin', he let a nigga in and
The owner was relaxed and accommodating towards me and let me in.


The place was jumpin' and the hoes was grinnin'
The club was crowded and lively, and the women were happy and smiling.


Not at us though, it was at the other women
The women were not smiling or looking at us; they were focusing on other women in the club.


Some was butterscotch, some yellow like lemon
Some women had different complexions such as butterscotch and yellow, just like lemon.


Had a couple of foul ones, chicken and pigeons
There were some unattractive women in the club.


Some was kinda fine but them bitches didn't listen
Some women were hot, but they didn't pay attention or respond to us.


Told them meet us outside and hoes got missin'
We asked the women to meet us outside, but some of them disappeared.


Put it in reverse and went back for more women
We drove backward and went back to the club to find more women to flirt with.


Everybody's rollin' and you can really see it
Everyone is high or excited and you can visibly notice it.


Look at how they scopin' for somebody to be with
Observe how they are scrutinizing and searching for potential partners.


I ain't on shit and I've been G'in since the 80's
I don't have a particular agenda or purpose, but I am a gangster since the 1980's.


Ain't about goin' somewhere, probably then "Beat It"
I'm not planning to go somewhere specific, maybe just leave maybe just like in Michael Jackson's song called "Beat It".


You already knowin' the way that I'm rockin'
You already know how I'm behaving and acting.


If you ain't goin' then ain't nothin' poppin'
If you're not attending or joining, then there won't be any significant events occurring.


Now I'm about to leave 'cause these niggaz eavesdroppin'
I'm leaving now because those guys are listening secretly to our conversation.


I got my heater on me now and I don't have to cock it
I am armed with my gun and ready to use it, no need to prepare or adjust it.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: TERRANCE FREEMAN, TERUIS GRAY

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UGLY ARCADE

This Is Better Than The Original!!! But I Do Love The Original Beat!

ultimate sunrise

Makes no sense 😕

ultimate sunrise

This beat gave me chills

Biggs 1984

These the real cash money millionaires

stu1844

Had this back in the G. It’s been a min

COMRADs Soul Not For Sale

Real BIG..

#The504

Yes I’m thuggin..

Social Engineer-JM

video mix on point man...joint aight too.

ultimate sunrise

Beat is fie

BLAKKMAJIKK14

2 2 HOT!!!

ultimate sunrise

Better than the original!!!

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