Stand Up
Kanye West Ft Ludacris & Shawnna Lyrics
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Stand up (yeah)
Stand up (ah)
Stand up (uh)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
Hell yeah, ayy DJ, bring that back
How you ain't gon' fuck? Bitch, I'm me
I'm the goddamn reason you in V.I.P
CEO, you don't have to see ID
I'm young, wild, and strapped like Chi-Ali (blaow)
We ain't got nothing to worry 'bout
Whoop ass, let security carry 'em out
Watch out for the medallion, my diamonds are reckless
Feels like a midget is hanging from my necklace
I pulled up with a million trucks
Looking, smelling, feeling like a million bucks
Pass the bottles, the heat is on
We in the huddle all smoking that Cheech & Chong
What's wrong? The club and the moon is full
And I'm looking for a thick young lady to pull
One sure shot way to get 'em outta them pants
Take note to the brand new dance, like this
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
Hell yeah, ayy DJ, bring that back
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
Hell yeah, ayy DJ, bring that back
Go on with your big ass, lemme see something
Tell ya little friend he can quit mean mugging
I'm lit and I don't care what no one thinks
But where the fuck is the waitress at with my drinks?
My people outside and they can't get in
We gon' rush the back door and break 'em in
The owner already pissed 'cause we sorta late
But our time and our clothes gotta coordinate
Most girls lookin' right, some lookin' a mess
That's why they spilling drinks all over your dress
But Louis Vuitton bras all over your breasts
Got me wanting to put hickies all over your chest
Come on, we gon' party tonight
Y'all use mouth to mouth, bring the party to life
Don't be scared, show another part of your life
The more drinks in your system, the harder the fight
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
Hell yeah, ayy DJ, bring that back
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
Hell yeah, ayy DJ, bring that back
Stand up
Stand up
Stand up
Stand up
Damn right the fire marshal wanna shut us down
Get us out so someone can gun us down
We was two songs away from getting some cut up
Now we one song away from tearing the club up
Move over, Luda got something to say
Do it now 'cause tomorrow ain't promised today
Work with me, let's become one with the beat
And don't worry 'bout me stepping all over your feet
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
Hell yeah, ayy DJ, bring that back
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
When I move, you move (just like that?)
Hell yeah, ayy DJ, bring that back
Stand up (ah)
Stand up (yeah)
Stand up (ah)
Stand up (ah)
Stand up (just like that?)
Stand up (just like that?)
Stand up (ah)
Stand up (ah)
"Stand Up" by Kanye West and Ludacris is a dance anthem that encourages listeners to let loose and have a good time. The song opens with a repeating sample that interplays with the rappers' verses. Kanye raps about his swag and prominence, while Ludacris focuses on hyping up the crowd and keeping the party going.
The chorus instructs listeners to follow the rappers' moves and react promptly, inviting them to dance in unison. They emphasize the energy of the song by shouting out the DJ and asking him to replay the track. Kanye drops a verse about how he owns the scene and details his wealth and status by comparing his bling to the heavy weight hanging from his chain. Ludacris jumps back in, bringing the climax of the song, where he commands the crowd to get up and move to the beat.
Overall, "Stand Up" is a call to action, a song that encourages the audience to live in the moment, dance freely, and let go of their worries while giving them a rhythm to jam to.
Line by Line Meaning
Stand up (ah)
Get ready to dance and party.
Stand up (yeah)
Encouragement to get up and join the fun.
Stand up (uh)
More encouragement to get up and dance.
When I move, you move (just like that?)
Following my lead on the dance floor.
Hell yeah, ayy DJ, bring that back
Asking the DJ to play the song again.
How you ain't gon' fuck? Bitch, I'm me
Confidence and assertion of personal power.
I'm the goddamn reason you in V.I.P
Boasting about personal success and wealth.
CEO, you don't have to see ID
Further boasting about status and power.
I'm young, wild, and strapped like Chi-Ali (blaow)
Expressing a sense of danger and recklessness.
We ain't got nothing to worry 'bout
Confidence and carefree attitude.
Whoop ass, let security carry 'em out
Willingness to be violent and confrontational if necessary.
Watch out for the medallion, my diamonds are reckless
Bringing attention to one's jewelry and wealth.
Feels like a midget is hanging from my necklace
Comparing the weight of the jewelry to a tiny person.
I pulled up with a million trucks
Arriving with an entourage of expensive vehicles.
Looking, smelling, feeling like a million bucks
Feeling confident and powerful.
Pass the bottles, the heat is on
Drinking and enjoying the party atmosphere.
We in the huddle all smoking that Cheech & Chong
Sharing drugs with friends and enjoying the moment.
What's wrong? The club and the moon is full
Noticing the atmosphere and sense of possibility.
And I'm looking for a thick young lady to pull
Looking for a dance partner or romantic interest.
One sure shot way to get 'em outta them pants
Boasting about the ability to attract sexual partners.
Take note to the brand new dance, like this
Teaching the audience a new dance move.
Go on with your big ass, lemme see something
Flirtatious comment to a dance partner.
Tell ya little friend he can quit mean mugging
Telling someone to stop looking angry or intimidating.
I'm lit and I don't care what no one thinks
Indicating drunkenness and disregard for others' opinions.
But where the fuck is the waitress at with my drinks?
Demanding service and attention from staff.
My people outside and they can't get in
Exclusive and elite atmosphere of the club.
We gon' rush the back door and break 'em in
Willingness to bend or break rules to get what one wants.
The owner already pissed 'cause we sorta late
Disregard for punctuality and respect for authority figures.
But our time and our clothes gotta coordinate
Attention to style and appearing fashionable.
Most girls lookin' right, some lookin' a mess
Judgment of others' appearances and attractiveness.
That's why they spilling drinks all over your dress
Attributing accidents to the appearance or behavior of others.
But Louis Vuitton bras all over your breasts
Noticing and appreciating a woman's expensive lingerie.
Got me wanting to put hickies all over your chest
Expressing sexual desire for a woman.
Come on, we gon' party tonight
Encouraging everyone to enjoy themselves and let loose.
Y'all use mouth to mouth, bring the party to life
Inviting people to kiss or be intimate with each other.
Don't be scared, show another part of your life
Encouraging people to be brave and reveal more about themselves.
The more drinks in your system, the harder the fight
Noticing that alcohol can cause conflicts or aggression.
Damn right the fire marshal wanna shut us down
Acknowledging that the party or event may be out of control.
Get us out so someone can gun us down
Fear of violence or retaliation for the party's behavior.
We was two songs away from getting some cut up
Getting excited and anticipating more fun and excitement.
Now we one song away from tearing the club up
Feeling like the party is building up to something big and exciting.
Move over, Luda got something to say
Handing the mic to Ludacris for his part in the song.
Do it now 'cause tomorrow ain't promised today
Encouraging people to enjoy themselves now, without worrying about the future.
Work with me, let's become one with the beat
Inviting people to dance together and feel the music as a group.
And don't worry 'bout me stepping all over your feet
Asking people to trust each other and dance in harmony.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Christopher Bridges, Kanye West
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