I Can't Live Without My Radio
LL Cool J Lyrics

My radio, believe me, I like it loud
I have an intense love for my radio and prefer it to be played at high volumes

I'm the man with a box that can rock the crowd
I have a powerful sound system that can impress and entertain a large audience

Walkin' down the street, to the hardcore beat
As I stroll through the neighborhood, I move to the rhythm of intense and aggressive music

While my JVC vibrates the concrete
My JVC radio is so powerful that it causes the ground beneath me to shake

I'm sorry if you can't understand
I apologize if you don't comprehend the importance of my radio to me

But I need a radio inside my hand
Having a radio with me is essential for my happiness and well-being

Don't mean to offend other citizens
I don't intend to upset or disrespect other people in my community

But I kick my volume way past ten
I raise the volume to extremely high levels, far exceeding the normal limit

My story is rough, my neighbourhood is tough
The area I live in is challenging and filled with hardships

But I still sport gold, and I'm out to crush
Despite the difficulties, I continue to wear expensive gold jewelry and strive for success

My name is Cool J, I devastate the show
I, known as Cool J, bring immense energy and excitement to any performance

But I couldn't survive without my radio
My radio is so vital to me that I wouldn't be able to endure or thrive without it

Terrorising my neighbours with the heavy bass
The powerful bass from my radio often disturbs and unsettles the people living nearby

I keep the suckas in fear by the look on my face
My fierce expression scares and intimidates those who oppose or underestimate me

My radio's bad from the Boulevard
My radio is exceptional and impressive, hailing from Farmers Boulevard

I'm a hip-hop gangster and my name is Todd
I embody the essence of hip-hop and exhibit a tough persona, known as Todd

Just stimulated by the beat, bust out the rhyme
Inspired by the rhythm, I unleash my creative and expressive lyrics

Get fresh batteries if it won't rewind
If my radio's tape deck fails to rewind, I quickly replace the batteries to rectify the issue

'Cause I play everyday, even on the subway
I listen to my radio every day, even during my travels on the subway

I woulda got a summons but I ran away
I narrowly avoided receiving a legal notice by fleeing the scene

I'm the leader of the show, keepin' you on the go
I take charge and entertain the audience, ensuring they remain active and energized

But I know I can't live without my radio
Deep down, I recognize that my life would be incomplete without my beloved radio

Suckas on my jock when I walk down the block
As I stroll through the neighborhood, individuals try to gain my attention and approval

I really don't care if you're jealous or not
I have no interest in your envy or resentment

'Cause I make the songs, you sing along
I create the music that resonates with you, and you enthusiastically join in singing

And your radio's deaf when my record's on
When my songs play, your radio seems to come alive and block out other sounds

So get off the wall, become involved
Stop hesitating and participate actively in the music and the scene

All your radio problems have now been solved
I have resolved any issues or dissatisfaction you may have had with your radio

My treacherous beats make ya ears respond
The captivating rhythm of my music elicits a strong response from your ears

And my radio's loud like a fire alarm
The volume of my radio is as piercing and attention-grabbing as a fire alarm

The floor vibrates, the walls cave in
The bass from my radio is so powerful that it causes the floor to shake and the walls to crumble

The bass makes my eardrums seem thin
The deep bass tones from my radio can overwhelm and diminish the sensitivity of my own eardrums

Def sounds in my ride, yes the front and back
My car is filled with impressive sound systems both in the front and rear

You would think it was a party, not a Cadillac
The energetic music blaring from my car gives the impression that it's a lively party rather than a luxury vehicle

'Cause I drive up to the ave, with the windows closed
When I approach the avenue, I keep my car windows shut

And my bass is so loud, it could rip your clothes
The bass from my radio is so intense that it has the potential to tear apart your clothing

My stereo's stompin' like a savage beast
My stereo system thumps and shakes violently, resembling a fierce and untamed creature

The level on my power meter will not decrease
The power level displayed on my meter remains constantly high without diminishing

Suckas get mad, 'cause the girlies scream
Those who envy me become angry when they witness the enthusiastic response I receive from the ladies

And I'm still gettin' paid while you look at me mean
Despite the animosity directed towards me, I continue to earn money while you glower at me

Don't touch that dial, I'll be upset
If you change the radio station, it will greatly disturb and upset me

Might go into a fit and rip off your neck
My anger may escalate to the point where I engage in violent behavior, potentially harming you

'Cause my radio's thumpin' when I'm down to play
When I'm in the mood to play music, my radio emits a powerful and reverberating sound

I'm the royal chief rocker LL Cool J
I, LL Cool J, am the distinguished and influential master of ceremonies

Let your big butt bounce from right to left
I encourage you to dance and move energetically from side to side

'Cause it's a actual fact this jam is def
It is an undeniable truth that this song is excellent and captivating

Most definitely created by me
It is without a doubt that I am the originator of this remarkable piece of music

Goin' down in radio history
This song will undoubtedly be remembered and celebrated throughout the history of radio

I'm good to go on your radio
I am fully prepared and ready to entertain you on your radio

And I'm cold gettin' paid 'cause Rick said so
I receive substantial monetary compensation because Rick, an influential figure, has endorsed me

Make the woofers wallop and your tweeters twitch
My music causes the bass speakers to impact powerfully and the high-frequency speakers to vibrate rapidly

Some jealous knuckleheads might try to diss
Envious individuals may attempt to disrespect or criticize me

But it's nuthin', ya frontin', ya girl I am stuntin'
Their efforts are futile, since they are pretending and I am impressing the ladies

And my radio's loud enough to keep you gruntin'
The volume of my radio will surely keep you complaining or struggling to speak over it

My name is Cool J, I'm from the rock
I go by the name Cool J, and I hail from the rock, representing my roots in the music genre

Circulating through your radio non-stop
My music constantly plays on your radio without interruption

I'm lookin' at the wires behind the cassette
I'm examining the internal components and connections of the cassette tape

And now I'm on the right, standing on the eject
I have successfully positioned myself correctly and activated the eject function

Wearin' light blue Pumas, a whole lotta gold
I am stylishly sporting light blue Pumas sneakers and an abundance of gold jewelry

And jams like these keep me in control
Songs like these maintain my dominant and authoritative presence

Your energy level starts to increase
As my music plays, you begin to feel more energized and enthusiastic

As my big beat is slowly released
The moment I unleash my powerful beat, you become captivated and enthralled

I'm on the radio and at the jam
I simultaneously command the airwaves and perform at live events

Ll Cool J is who I am
I proudly, confidently, and distinctively identify myself as LL Cool J

I'mma make you dance, boogie down and rock
I possess the ability and intention to make you move, groove, and enjoy the music

And you'll scratch and shake to my musical plot
The irresistible beats will make you instinctively scratch records and dance energetically

And to expand my musical plan
In order to broaden my artistic goals and aspirations

Cut Creator, rock the beat with your hand
Cut Creator, my trusted DJ, skillfully manipulates the beat using his hands

That's right, so don't try to front the move
Indeed, don't attempt to resist or undermine the groove

As you become motivated by the funky groove
Allow yourself to be inspired and motivated by the funky rhythm

You can see me and Earl chillin' on the block
You can witness me and Earl relaxing and enjoying ourselves on the street

With my box cold kickin' with the gangster rock
With my powerful sound system, I'm blasting gangster rock music

See people can't stop me, neither can the police
No one can prevent or hinder me, not even the police

I'm a musical maniac to say the least
To put it mildly, I'm an obsessed enthusiast when it comes to music

For you and your radio I made this for
I created this music specifically for you and your enjoyment on the radio

Cool J's here to devastate once more
I, Cool J, am present to astound and impress once again

Pullin' all the girls, takin' out MCs
I successfully attract and charm numerous girls while simultaneously defeating other MCs

If ya try to disrespect me, I just say 'Please!'
When confronted with disrespect, I confidently and dismissively respond with a simple 'Please!'

Here to command the hip-hop land
I am here to assert authority and control over the realm of hip-hop

Kick it live with a box inside my hand
I perform live with my sound system in hand, providing an electrifying experience