Keep it movin'
Kool Savas feat. Missy Elliot & Elephant Man Lyrics

Gangsta shit
The song is about gangsta rap music.

USA, right?
The song is acknowledging the origins of gangsta rap in the USA.

Germany-bound
The song focuses on gangsta rap in Germany.

For all you suckers out there
The song is a message to those uninitiated in gangsta rap.

Kurupt Young Gotti
A reference to Kurupt Young Gotti, a rapper known for his gangsta rap music.

Dogg Pound Gangstas front-liner
A reference to the rap group Dogg Pound Gangstas, in which Kurupt Young Gotti was a lead member.

Holocaust '98, 2002 dilemma, 3003 remember?
A reference to the passing of time and the impact of events on society.

4004 dissipated, re- and procreated, over- and understated
The passing of time is a prominent theme in the song, and this line is referring to the creation and dissolution of things over time.

Millennium montage bangin' Kyle Minogue and El DeBarge
A reference to songs from the turn of the millennium, the prominent artists of the time, and the role music played in the gangsta rap scene.

Pardon my French, my nigga
An apology for the use of offensive language.

With the poetical and lyrical lynch, my nigga
The song is known for its lyrical content that often presents a harsh and critical view of society.

Calicos separatin the bench, my nigga
A reference to gun violence and its impact on gangsta rap culture.

Crackin hoes to a nigga's essent', my nigga
A reference to the treatment of women in gangsta rap and how they are often objectified.

cool Savas, Valentine mental cyanide
A reference to rapper Kool Savas and his unique style of lyrical content.

Poetical terpentine, divine, the Minotaur
A continuation of the theme of Kool Savas's unique style of lyrical content and the vivid imagery it creates.

The Grench that stole the mics in the party
A reference to the classic children's story 'The Grinch Who Stole Christmas', employed to criticize mainstream rap culture.

That muthafuckin nigga Young Gotti
Continuation of references to rapper Kurupt Young Gotti and his impact on the gangsta rap scene.

Melbeatz x-in, inhale beats, provide and sell beats
A reference to the role producers like Melbeatz played in the rise of gangsta rap and the importance of beats to the genre.

I'm the crankiest, pursiest motherfucker
An emphasis on Kool Savas's lyrical style and his willingness to say what he wants through his music.

With my hand, nigga, the thirstiest motherfucker
An expression of Kool Savas's desire for success.

Disperse of you, motherfucker, yeah, motherfucker
A warning to any who would come against him in the rap game.

Pimpin in the Cutlass, I don't care, motherfuckers
A reference to the prominence of gangsta rap car culture and Kool Savas's relationship to it.

Ich hör Gangstatexte, Gangsta Rap
The chorus of the song translates to 'I hear gangsta lyrics, gangsta rap'. The song's theme is gangsta rap.

Auf CD und I'm Auto, I'm Tapedeck
The song's references to technology, such as CDs and tapedecks, highlight the changing times that affected the gangsta rap genre.

Durch die Stadt, Gangstamucke bei Nacht
A description of cruising through the city at night while listening to gangsta rap music.

Durch 'Chronic', 'Gin 'n' Juice', '5 On It'
A reference to some of the most iconic songs in gangsta rap history.

Till the day I die
An expression of the importance of gangsta rap music to Kool Savas's life.

Ich bin zu Haus und guck G-TV, pump diesen Beat
A description of spending time at home watching music videos while listening to gangsta rap music.

Renn' 100 Meilen wie Ren und Eazy-E
A reference to the iconic rap group N.W.A. and their impact on gangsta rap culture.

Mein Flow ist Rap-Drive-By mit Cube als Fahrer
A description of Kool Savas's unique style of lyricism.

Ich hab Game seit Geburt als wär Snoop mein Vater
A reference to the rapper Snoop Dogg and his influence on Kool Savas's music.

Ich geb kein Fick wie Pac, rip wie Yuk
A reference to iconic rappers Tupac and Yukmouth, and Kool Savas's willingness to take risks and stand out.

Schiess' Wörter in Körper wie see-Murder mitten I'm Club
A reference to the violent nature of gangsta rap lyrics.

Ich war mit acht MC Eiht, mit zehn Mack 10
A reference to significant moments in Kool Savas's rap career.

Bin mit vierzig E-40 und immer noch Rap-Fan
A reference to the importance of rap music in Kool Savas's life, even as he ages.

Life is Too short und ich hab keine Lust zu chillen
A reference to the rapper Too Short and the importance of staying active in the rap game.

Flip aus und schiess' dir selber ins Auge wie Bushwick Bill
A reference to the rapper Bushwick Bill and the violent nature of gangsta rap lyrics.

Ich Kill at Will, und 'Hit 'Em Up', Rap-A-Lot
A reference to the album 'Kill at Will' and the song 'Hit 'Em Up', as well as the significance of the label Rap-A-Lot to gangsta rap culture.

Lös' mit meinem Album gleich den angeblich besten deutschen Rapper ab
A statement of Kool Savas's confidence in his own work and his ability to surpass other German rappers.

Statt Daz und Kurupt heut' S und Kurupt
A reference to the changing times in gangsta rap culture and the new players entering the scene.

Der Mel-Beat gefällt Gs, teil meinem Vers mit Kurupt
A reference to the producer Mel Beats and his impact on gangsta rap music.

Von Westberlin zur Westcoast, Optik bis Death Row
A reference to the far-reaching impact of gangsta rap culture, both in Kool Savas's home of West Berlin and in the USA.

Die Best-Flows bis restlos jeder glücklich ist, let's go
A challenge to others in the rap game to match Kool Savas's flow and lyrical ability.

Gimme my muthafuckin' Hennessey, dog!
A reference to the prominence of alcohol in gangsta rap culture.

This nigga done lost his muthafuckin scruples
A warning to others in the rap game to stay true to themselves and their work.

Check yourself before you get your ass kicked in, boy
Continuation of the warning to others in the rap game to beware.

Huh?
An expression of confusion and disbelief.

Actin' like you're grown
A criticism of those who act above their station.

Nigga, touchin the wrong nigga's microphone gets niggas dethroned
A warning to not cross boundaries or step on toes in the rap game.

Chopped up, rephrased and remade and then cloned
A criticism of mainstream rap culture and the lack of originality it often displays.

Nigga we don't play games, nigga
A statement of defiance and strength.

Ask my nigga cool, yeah, Savas
A reference to Kool Savas's unique style of rap and his importance in the genre.

We do it big 'cause it's our job
An expression of commitment to the gangsta rap genre.

from here to Moscow, nigga, and beyond
A bold statement of the reach and impact of gangsta rap culture.

For all you bitch boys out there
A warning to those not strong enough for the world of gangsta rap.

Melbeatz
A reference to the producer Melbeatz and the importance of producers to the gangsta rap genre.

Yeah, she bad, and I said 'she', bitch
A reference to the sexualization of women in gangsta rap culture and its impact on society.

'Cause she'll pop you in your mouth, too
A warning against taking anyone lightly, regardless of their gender.

We got things for everything, bi-sexual, all that
A reference to the diverse range of people and topics covered in gangsta rap music.

Nigga, we'll suck you
An expression of the willingness of gangsta rap culture to engage with taboo topics and subjects.

We got females that'll whip a girl's ass and her bitch too
A continuation of the discussion of taboo topics and the importance of women to the gangsta rap genre.

Dogg Pound Gangstaville
A reference to the rap group Dogg Pound Gangsta and the importance of groups to the gangsta rap genre.

What's up cool?
A reference to Kool Savas and a continuation of the discussion of the importance of his work to the gangsta rap genre.