Apples
Kool Keith & Nancy Des Rose Lyrics
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You know women are like
You know women are like apples
They're like fruit when you go to the store
I dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble
Pick out the apples
I dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble
Pick out the apples, apples, apples
I did the game already before they made Parker Brothers
You bought the Donny Pizo, ruin the game
I put the first man on the moon, presented new in the game
In the back war to watch
When the mink got stained I tricked the money off
With the ladies for the breast surgery, gave the woman a brain
Right beside your toilet, my rubber remain
I reduce the lower rate, and eatin rate, but my status gain
Four tiny pieces in a bucket
Hit the In-N-Out Burger, get in the carpool lane
Beyond the average dust smoker, '73 cats put down the cocaine
[Nancy Des Rose:]
Lyrical fiction is what they call it, poetical phrase that you inhale
Steadily lettin the words flow to your brain
Ladies not being true to their game
Liars, cheaters and deceivers blindfoldin women, prayin on weak players
Girls hatin the next level vibe like I'm from some other tribe
Too blessed to be stress ladies and gents
I'm comin at you like a glass of milk with Oreos, I need a sweettooth
I know you just wanna say my name, lady fame
Droppin gold metaphors while you do your chores
As I step up I made you sweat so hot better lick your fingers before you touch
Master telepathic energy tantalizing your, lymphatic sensory
Unlike any other female I'm no chick
I don't walk around thinkin I got a dick, the strictly fancy, lady
I get nasty instead of being crafty
Keep up your, optimism can't no one curse, me
Thinkin they can put me in a hearse, God's got me
He'll never leave me, nor forsake me, like they say
[foreign language] Stay focused on your goal
Stop sweatin other hoes, just rock your flow, get your own glow
My message grows like a seed planted deep inside of you
Open your mind to a new sound, lyrical prose and verse
[Kool Keith:]
And verse
You know how girls are
Sometimes get complex, but we still the supermarket, and
I dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble
(Dibble and dabble) Check out my apples
I dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble
Dibble and dabble, check out the apples
CHECK~! out the apples
Check out the apples, whoahhohh
Some of the cartoon Fat Albert shirt-ass monkies
Think of the new wave overnight gangsta visit, the grave
Man you get the face, you need a close shave, go back in your hut
Think you're jealous cause I'm like Liu Kang
The man can't scratch a cut, that's right, when I get into that butt
You see the kid, like a squirrel out there you're tryin to get a nut
That's right, we come, that's right, we take girls out to Pizza Hut
We get 'em down, with the sound, groove Uptown
Northbound to the Bronx, Boogie Down, we kick to the left and right
That's right, lyrics come tight
The lyrics to Kool Keith and Nancy Des Rose's song "Apples" compare women to fruit, specifically apples. The opening lyrics, "You know women are like apples, They're like fruit when you go to the store", set the tone for the rest of the song. The concept of apples represents the abundance of choices and options that are available when it comes to women, but also the need to be selective and choose the right one, which is primarily what Kool Keith seems to be talking about. He talks about playing games with women and making choices similar to picking out apples at a grocery store. Throughout the song, the rappers talk about various themes related to relationships, such as deception, loyalty, and the complexities of women.
Despite the fact that the song is about relationships, there is a sense of playfulness and humor to the lyrics. For example, when Nancy Des Rose starts her verse with "Lyrical fiction is what they call it, poetical phrase that you inhale", she is poking fun at the pretentiousness of some rappers who take their lyrics too seriously. Additionally, the use of metaphors related to food and drink, such as "glass of milk with Oreos", adds to the lighthearted tone of the song.
Overall, "Apples" is a witty and insightful song that offers a unique perspective on relationships and the ways in which men interact with women.
Line by Line Meaning
You know women are like
Women can be compared to apples
You know women are like apples
Women are like fruit you find in a store
They're like fruit when you go to the store
Women are like something you choose from options
I dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble
I search through options multiple times
Pick out the apples
Select the right woman
I did the game already before they made Parker Brothers
I've been playing this game of choosing women since before it was commercialized
You bought the Donny Pizo, ruin the game
You messed up the game with your poor choices
I put the first man on the moon, presented new in the game
I'm innovative and ahead of the game
In the back war to watch
I'm observing from a distance
When the mink got stained I tricked the money off
I made the most of a bad situation
With the ladies for the breast surgery, gave the woman a brain
I financially supported women who wanted breast implants but also valued their education
Right beside your toilet, my rubber remain
I keep my condom nearby for safe sex
I reduce the lower rate, and eatin rate, but my status gain
I lower my expenses without lowering my status
Four tiny pieces in a bucket
Small things can make a big impact
Hit the In-N-Out Burger, get in the carpool lane
Simple pleasures can be enjoyed even while saving money and helping the environment
Beyond the average dust smoker, '73 cats put down the cocaine
I've been around long enough to see trends come and go, and I'm not impressed by people who still do hard drugs
Lyrical fiction is what they call it, poetical phrase that you inhale
Our song is a fictional story told through poetic lyrics
Steadily lettin the words flow to your brain
We're conveying a message through our lyrics
Ladies not being true to their game
Women not being true to themselves and their values
Liars, cheaters and deceivers blindfoldin women, prayin on weak players
Some people take advantage of others in relationships
Girls hatin the next level vibe like I'm from some other tribe
Some women don't appreciate others who are confident and independent
Too blessed to be stress ladies and gents
We're fortunate and don't let stress get to us
I'm comin at you like a glass of milk with Oreos, I need a sweettooth
Our message is enjoyable and satisfying, like a sweet treat
I know you just wanna say my name, lady fame
Some people are just looking for attention and fame
Droppin gold metaphors while you do your chores
Our lyrics are valuable and can be enjoyed while doing everyday tasks
As I step up I made you sweat so hot better lick your fingers before you touch
Our presence and message are powerful and sexy
Master telepathic energy tantalizing your, lymphatic sensory
We're connecting with listeners on a deeper level
Unlike any other female I'm no chick
We're unique and not typical
I don't walk around thinkin I got a dick, the strictly fancy, lady
We don't try to act like men to prove ourselves, we embrace our femininity
I get nasty instead of being crafty
We're not manipulative, we're straightforward
Keep up your, optimism can't no one curse, me
We have a positive attitude and won't let others bring us down
Thinkin they can put me in a hearse, God's got me
We have faith and aren't afraid of death
[foreign language] Stay focused on your goal
We encourage listeners to stay focused and motivated in achieving their goals
Stop sweatin other hoes, just rock your flow, get your own glow
Stop focusing on others, be yourself and shine
My message grows like a seed planted deep inside of you
Our message has the potential to grow and impact listeners on a deeper level
Open your mind to a new sound, lyrical prose and verse
We invite listeners to open their minds to our message conveyed through our unique style
And verse
Continuing with the song
You know how girls are
Women can be complicated
Sometimes get complex, but we still the supermarket, and
Women can be difficult to understand, but we still have options
Dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble, dibble and dabble
We search through our options multiple times
(Dibble and dabble) Check out my apples
Take a look at my choices
CHECK~! out the apples
Look at all the options we have
Some of the cartoon Fat Albert shirt-ass monkies
Some people who act immature and childish
Think of the new wave overnight gangsta visit, the grave
Some people try to act tough and cool, but ultimately won't succeed
Man you get the face, you need a close shave, go back in your hut
Some people need to humble themselves and step away
Think you're jealous cause I'm like Liu Kang
Some people are envious of others who are successful and unique
The man can't scratch a cut, that's right, when I get into that butt
We're confident and successful in many aspects of life, including relationships
You see the kid, like a squirrel out there you're tryin to get a nut
We're determined to achieve our goals, like a squirrel trying to gather nuts
That's right, we come, that's right, we take girls out to Pizza Hut
We pursue women, take them on dates, and enjoy simple pleasures
We get 'em down, with the sound, groove Uptown
We're smooth and enjoyable company
Northbound to the Bronx, Boogie Down, we kick to the left and right
We have fun and dance to the beat
That's right, lyrics come tight
We have good rhymes and flow
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