Can You Hear Me This Way
Kim Lyrics


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Can you hear me now?

All of a sudden, everybody wan' bang with us
Don't they know them Gotti kids are dangerous?
Come come now, y'all need to stop
Niggaz better hold they head 'fore they body rock
I got, soldiers in every town
That'll come see y'all like "Black Hawk Down"
I ain't playin with you motherfuckers
(RAAAAAAID!) I'm sprayin you motherfuckers
If gettin money is a crime, then I confess
Ain't about money? I could care less
When you see us comin know it's time to collect
Niggaz be like, "Here come the IRS!"
Kick down doors, shoot through walls
Queen Bee's a movement, fight for the cause
Got a bite that's bigger than "Jaws"
With or without my boys, I still make noise

New York - when Kim say, "Can you hear me now?"
That's when y'all turn it up
Midwest - when Kim say, "Can you hear me now?"
That's when y'all burn it up
L.A. - when Kim say, "Can you hear me now?"
Y'all make them cars jump
Dirty South - when Kim say, "Can you hear me now?"
That's when y'all get it crunk!

My last album, some of y'all wasn't ready for it
Alright, I slow it up, put the brakes on for ya
I know what I'm doin, I ain't losin my mind
I'm just so advanced I'm ahead of my time
You all stuck at the back, I'm ahead of the line
Even in the dark, I'm still gon' shine
You'll see what I mean in 2009
I kick outer space raps - ILL RHYMES
Live guitars, nigga fuck cars
I'm tryin to buy a spaceship to get to Mars
Look out the window, and reach for the stars
It's a new day, Lil' Kim's in charge
Got a big dick, I'll bone you out
Like money in the bank, loan you out
If you ain't straight I'll comb you out
Lil' Kim and Scott Storch be zonin out!

New York - when Kim say, "Can you hear me now?"
That's when y'all turn it up
Midwest - when Kim say, "Can you hear me now?"
That's when y'all burn it up
L.A. - when Kim say, "Can you hear me now?"
Y'all make them cars jump
Dirty South - when Kim say, "Can you hear me now?"
That's when y'all get it crunk!

Ain't wanna do it, but now I got to pop my collar
You actin like y'all real tough act to follow
I got medallions the size of a half a dollar
And about to buy my best friend a beauty parlor
I know y'all don't wanna see Kim on top
Please stop worryin about what I got
What the fuck y'all know about the Yonker Rock
When I'm cookin, keep your hands out my pot
Them boys ain't bad and ain't no bitch greater
Stop tryin to use me as a respirator
I'm the same bitch on the escalator
And I still ain't got no time for you fuckin haters
I might start my day at Piarage'
Or with a Mafia meetin at the Brooklyn Cafe
"Okay, y'all wanna play?"
Like 9/11, you gon' remember this day

New York - when Kim say, "Can you hear me now?"
That's when y'all turn it up
Midwest - when Kim say, "Can you hear me now?"
That's when y'all burn it up
L.A. - when Kim say, "Can you hear me now?"
Y'all make them cars jump
Dirty South - when Kim say, "Can you hear me now?"
That's when y'all get it crunk!

New York - "Can you hear me now?"
Midwest - "Can you hear me now?"
L.A. - "Can you hear me now?"




Dirty South - "Can you hear me now?"
"Can you hear me now?"

Overall Meaning

The song "Can You Hear Me This Way" by Lil' Kim is a rap track that is essentially a display of her confidence and power as a rapper. In the chorus, she repeatedly asks if her listeners can hear her now, almost as if daring them to ignore her. Throughout the song, Kim boasts about her ability to attract danger and make money, showing the potential harm that comes with crossing her.


In the first verse, Kim warns those who seek to challenge her, saying "Don't they know them Gotti kids are dangerous?". She then goes on to describe the soldiers she has in every town and threatens to "spray" anyone who comes against her. The rapper has a clear and direct message for those who try to come for her, that they better be prepared to face the consequences.


In the second verse, she reminds the listener of her talent and experience, stating that she is "so advanced" and ahead of her time. She pledges to continue making great music and to keep shining. Later, she talks about her potential power and influence, referencing her friendship with a beauty parlor owner and her potential meetings with the Mafia. The song shows her determination to stay on top and come out on the winning side, whatever obstacles may come her way.


Line by Line Meaning

Can you hear me now?
Lil' Kim is asking if her message is getting across.


All of a sudden, everybody wan' bang with us
People suddenly want to be associated with Lil' Kim and her crew.


Don't they know them Gotti kids are dangerous?
Lil' Kim and her crew should not be underestimated, as they are capable of causing harm.


Come come now, y'all need to stop
Those who are trying to challenge or compete with Lil' Kim and her crew need to quit.


N****z better hold they head 'fore they body rock
People should be careful, as Lil' Kim and her crew have the power to physically harm them.


I got, soldiers in every town
Lil' Kim has a network of loyal followers in many different places.


That'll come see y'all like "Black Hawk Down"
Lil' Kim's followers are willing to use deadly force to protect her.


I ain't playin with you motherfuckers
Lil' Kim is serious and not to be messed with.


(RAAAAAAID!) I'm sprayin you motherfuckers
Lil' Kim's followers are attacking and causing destruction.


If gettin money is a crime, then I confess
Lil' Kim admits to her goals of obtaining wealth and success, even if it means breaking the law.


Ain't about money? I could care less
Lil' Kim is solely focused on making money and does not care about anything else.


When you see us comin know it's time to collect
Lil' Kim and her crew are coming to collect their due payment or respect.


N****z be like, "Here come the IRS!"
People are afraid of Lil' Kim and her crew because they demand payment and don't want to get in trouble with the authorities.


Kick down doors, shoot through walls
Lil' Kim and her followers are willing to use any means necessary to get what they want, including violence.


Queen Bee's a movement, fight for the cause
Lil' Kim is the leader of a movement that is fighting for something important and meaningful, possibly related to empowerment or representation.


Got a bite that's bigger than "Jaws"
Lil' Kim is powerful and capable of causing great damage or destruction.


With or without my boys, I still make noise
Lil' Kim is confident in her own abilities and can make an impact even without the support of her followers.


New York - when Kim say, "Can you hear me now?"
Lil' Kim is calling out to her fans in New York and asking if they can hear her message.


That's when y'all turn it up
Lil' Kim wants her New York fans to turn up the volume and pay attention to what she's saying.


Midwest - when Kim say, "Can you hear me now?"
Lil' Kim is calling out to her fans in the Midwest and asking if they can hear her message.


That's when y'all burn it up
Lil' Kim wants her Midwest fans to become excited and energized by her message.


L.A. - when Kim say, "Can you hear me now?"
Lil' Kim is calling out to her fans in Los Angeles and asking if they can hear her message.


Y'all make them cars jump
Lil' Kim wants her Los Angeles fans to get hyped up and dance or party to her message.


Dirty South - when Kim say, "Can you hear me now?"
Lil' Kim is calling out to her fans in the South and asking if they can hear her message.


That's when y'all get it crunk!
Lil' Kim wants her Southern fans to get excited and turn up the energy to a high level.


My last album, some of y'all wasn't ready for it
Lil' Kim's previous album may have been too advanced or mature for some listeners.


Alright, I slow it up, put the brakes on for ya
Lil' Kim is taking a step back and slowing down her style to make it easier for some people to understand or enjoy.


I know what I'm doin, I ain't losin my mind
Lil' Kim is confident in her abilities and does not think she is going crazy.


I'm just so advanced I'm ahead of my time
Lil' Kim's style and ideas are so innovative and unique that they are not yet appreciated by everyone.


You all stuck at the back, I'm ahead of the line
Lil' Kim is the leader and role model, while others are still following behind.


Even in the dark, I'm still gon' shine
Lil' Kim's talent and presence can still shine through despite difficult or unfavorable circumstances.


You'll see what I mean in 2009
Lil' Kim has something big planned for the year 2009, which her fans will appreciate.


I kick outer space raps - ILL RHYMES
Lil' Kim's raps are so great they are even out of this world.


Live guitars, nigga fuck cars
Lil' Kim is prioritizing real music and creativity over material possessions and status symbols.


I'm tryin to buy a spaceship to get to Mars
Lil' Kim has big goals and dreams that are not limited by what is currently possible or realistic.


Look out the window, and reach for the stars
Lil' Kim encourages her listeners to dream big and aim for the highest possible goals.


It's a new day, Lil' Kim's in charge
Lil' Kim is taking control and leading the way forward into a new era or phase.


Got a big dick, I'll bone you out
Lil' Kim is confident in her sexual prowess and is not afraid to express it.


Like money in the bank, loan you out
Lil' Kim is willing to lend money to others when they need it.


If you ain't straight I'll comb you out
Lil' Kim will not tolerate people who are dishonest or disloyal.


Lil' Kim and Scott Storch be zonin out!
Lil' Kim and Scott Storch are in a state of flow or inspiration while creating music together.


Ain't wanna do it, but now I got to pop my collar
Lil' Kim did not want to brag or show off, but now feels compelled to.


You actin like y'all real tough act to follow
Lil' Kim's rivals or competitors are trying to imitate her, but they cannot match her level of toughness or strength.


I got medallions the size of a half a dollar
Lil' Kim has very large and expensive jewelry that symbolizes her wealth and status.


And about to buy my best friend a beauty parlor
Lil' Kim is very generous and wants to invest in her friend's business.


I know y'all don't wanna see Kim on top
Lil' Kim's rivals do not want her to be successful or in a position of power.


Please stop worryin about what I got
Lil' Kim's rivals should stop focusing on her possessions and start improving themselves.


What the fuck y'all know about the Yonker Rock
Lil' Kim is referencing a local cultural phenomenon that her rivals are not familiar with.


When I'm cookin, keep your hands out my pot
Lil' Kim works hard to achieve her goals, and her rivals should not try to interfere or take credit.


Them boys ain't bad and ain't no bitch greater
Lil' Kim is very skilled and tough, and her male opponents are not necessarily better than her.


Stop tryin to use me as a respirator
Lil' Kim's rivals should stop relying on her to sustain their own careers or success.


I'm the same bitch on the escalator
Lil' Kim is authentic and true to herself, regardless of the situation or setting she is in.


And I still ain't got no time for you fuckin haters
Lil' Kim does not waste her time or energy on negative or critical people.


I might start my day at Piarage'
Lil' Kim is living a lavish lifestyle and might start her day at an expensive luxury store or restaurant.


Or with a Mafia meetin at the Brooklyn Cafe
Lil' Kim is also involved in more dangerous or illegal activities, such as meeting with organized crime groups.


"Okay, y'all wanna play?"
Lil' Kim is ready and willing to engage in competition or conflict with her rivals.


Like 9/11, you gon' remember this day
Lil' Kim is going to make a huge impact or impression on her rivals, similar to the way 9/11 is remembered as a tragic and monumental event.


Can you hear me now?
Lil' Kim repeats the question, asking if her message is getting across loud and clear.




Lyrics © RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: KIMBERLY JONES, OF CHRISTOPHER WALLACE ESTATE, SCOTT STORCH

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