Best Dressed Pimp
King Changó Lyrics
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That's why the girls they say
'Cause I'm the best dressed pimp in town now
Debe debe doo va day
That's why the girls they say
One two, uno, dos, fuck, I'm late to work
Pimping and grooving with the flavas of the girlies
Sexual fantasies is what I'm handling, I'm selling
I don't have an afro but I walk like Jim Kelly
I don't wear diamond rings but I got collections of Ferrari's
Clarice, Monique, whatever the fuck you please is what I bring
Do you see what I mean, Dean?
You are dealing with a pro and not with a fucking rookie
Hey, debe debe doo va day
That's why the girls they say
'Cause I'm the best dressed pimp in town now
Debe debe doo va day
That's why the girls they say
You got some sugar for me baby?
Three, four, tres cuatro, I'm tarde para trabajo
Sherry and Sally are the ones who make my money
Been done saying don't you mess around with my honeys
'Cause if you mess with them, I'm gonna pull out my machete
Debe debe say, this is not rock steady
I love the reggae beats when I'm driving in my Mercedes
And if you mess with me, I will make you swallow your dicky
Si senor como no, the king of chicken heads soy yo
Hey, debe debe doo va day
That's why the girls they say
'Cause I'm the best dressed pimp in town now
Debe debe doo va day
That's why the girls they say
Come on girl, I've got everything you need
Let's get it on, I'm going pimping and grooving
The lyrics of King Changó's song "Best Dressed Pimp" are a celebration of a culture of materialism and conspicuous consumption. The song tells the story of a pimp who prides himself in his ability to dress well and attract women. The song is filled with references to cars, money, and the finer things in life. The opening lines of the song, "Hey, debe debe doo va day, that's why the girls they say," set the tone for the rest of the song. The song is about being the best and having it all, at any cost.
The lyrics of the song make use of a mix of English and Spanish, which is common in Latin music. The use of Spanish helps to add a layer of authenticity to the song, but also serves to exclude non-Spanish speakers from fully understanding the lyrics. The use of Spanish also adds to the overall feel of the song, which is that of a Latin party.
The song can be interpreted as a critique of capitalist society. The pimp in the song is seen as a product of his environment, where success is defined by material wealth. The song is about the pursuit of this wealth, but it is also about the emptiness that comes with it. The pimp in the song is successful, but he is also lonely. He is constantly on the move, chasing his dreams, but never really finding happiness. The song is a commentary on the pitfalls of materialism and the toll it takes on the human spirit.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, debe debe doo va day
I'm feeling funky and confident today
That's why the girls they say
I'm getting attention from the ladies
'Cause I'm the best dressed pimp in town now
My cool outfits and swagger make me stand out among other pimps
One two, uno, dos, fuck, I'm late to work
I have a busy schedule with my pimping business and need to hurry up
Pimping and grooving with the flavas of the girlies
I'm enjoying the company of different women and their personalities
You got to do it with style or end up dated in the 90's
To stay relevant, I have to keep up with the times and maintain my stylish image
Sexual fantasies is what I'm handling, I'm selling
I'm catering to the sexual desires of my clients and making money off it
I don't have an afro but I walk like Jim Kelly
I may not have a specific physical feature, but my walk exudes confidence and a certain coolness
I don't wear diamond rings but I got collections of Ferrari's
I may not flaunt flashy jewelry, but I have an impressive collection of luxury cars
Clarice, Monique, whatever the fuck you please is what I bring
I'm flexible and accommodating to my clients' desires
Do you see what I mean, Dean?
I'm emphasizing my professionalism and expertise to a potential client named Dean
You are dealing with a pro and not with a fucking rookie
I'm establishing myself as a seasoned pimp and not a novice
You got some sugar for me baby?
I'm asking a woman for her number or interest in being a client
Three, four, tres cuatro, I'm tarde para trabajo
I need to hurry and get to work, as my schedule is tight
Sherry and Sally are the ones who make my money
These are two of my top clients that provide me with a lot of income
Been done saying don't you mess around with my honeys
I'm warning others not to mess with my clients, who are like my personal companions
'Cause if you mess with them, I'm gonna pull out my machete
I'm prepared to defend my clients' honor and safety, even with violence if needed
Debe debe say, this is not rock steady
I'm acknowledging the reggae genre of music that I'm currently listening to
I love the reggae beats when I'm driving in my Mercedes
I enjoy listening to reggae music while cruising around in my luxury car
And if you mess with me, I will make you swallow your dicky
I'm threatening potential enemies with physical harm, specifically to their genitals
Si senor como no, the king of chicken heads soy yo
I'm asserting my dominance in the pimping industry as the 'king' of my clients, who are sometimes derogatorily referred to as 'chicken heads'
Come on girl, I've got everything you need
I'm encouraging a woman to become my client, implying that I can fulfill all of her desires
Let's get it on, I'm going pimping and grooving
I'm excited to get back into pimping and enjoy the company of my clients
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