Encore
Linkin Park (Feat. Jay Z) Lyrics

Thank you, thank you, thank you, you're far too kind
Expressing gratitude and humility for the overwhelming support and love received from fans.

Now can I get an encore, do you want more
Asking the fans if they would like another performance because the artist is willing and eager to give more.

Cooking raw with the Brooklyn boy
Collaborating with the famous rapper, Jay Z, to create something new and exciting with raw, authentic material.

So for one last time I need y'all to roar
The artist is looking for one final, energetic response from the fans to end the performance on a high note.

What the hell are you waiting for?
Urging the audience to take action and show their enthusiasm by cheering and making noise.

Who you know fresher than Hov'? Riddle me that
Asking rhetorically who is more stylish and talented than Jay Z, inviting listeners to think and answer the question for themselves.

The rest of y'all know where I'm lyrically at
Acknowledging that other artists are aware of his immense talent and skill as a rapper.

Can't none of y'all mirror me back
Claiming that no other artist can successfully imitate his style and unique sound.

Yeah hearing me rap is like hearing G. Rap in his prime
Drawing a comparison between his rap style and the legendary G. Rap's prime, showcasing the high quality and skill of his verses.

I'm, young H.O., rap's Grateful Dead
Identifying himself as a young and talented rapper, with the potential to build a fan base as devoted and long-lasting as the Grateful Dead's.

Back to take over the globe, now break bread
Returning to the music scene with the goal of becoming a global sensation and making it big, calling on others to join him and share in the rewards.

I'm in, Boeing jets, Global Express
Boasting about his success and wealth, highlighted by owning luxury private jets that can travel the world.

Out the country but the blueberry still connect
Affirming that even though he travels internationally, he still has access to blueberries, a symbol of his luxury and wealth.

On the low but the yacht got a triple deck
Revealing that he owns a yacht with three decks, yet remains modest about his wealth and doesn't flaunt it publicly.

But when you young, what the fuck you expect? Yep, yep
Justifying his bragging about his material possessions as a young person, suggesting that at his age, it's only natural to want to show off and be proud of one's success.

Grand opening, grand closing
Referring to his rise to fame and the inevitable end of that journey, emphasizing the fleeting nature of success.

God your man Hov' cracked the can open again
Celebrating his successful return to the music scene, as if opening a fresh can of soda with a loud pop.

Who you goin' find doper than him with no pen
Defying anyone to find a rapper who can outdo him without even trying, underscoring his immense skill as a freestyle rapper.

Just draw off inspiration
Encouraging other artists to use his successful comeback as inspiration to improve their own work.

Soon you goin' see you can't replace him
Asserting that he is truly one-of-a-kind, and that no other artist can take his place or replicate his talent and success.

With cheap imitations for these generations
Predicting that future generations will only produce inferior artists who attempt to copy his style and success without ever being able to match it.

It's star time
Announcing that it's time to shine, take it to the next level, and truly bask in the glow of success.

This man is made! He's killing all y'all jive turkeys
Celebrating Jay Z's immense talent and success, describing him as unstoppable and dominant in the industry.

Do y'all want more of the Jigga man?
Asking the fans if they want to hear more from Jay Z, further testing the audience's enthusiasm.

Well if y'all want more of the Jigga man
If the audience wants another performance from Jay Z, the artist will gladly deliver more hits.

Then I need y'all to help me, bring him back to stage
Asking the audience to play a part in bringing Jay Z back to the stage for another performance and an encore.

Say Hova, c'mon say it!
Encouraging the audience to chant Jay Z's nickname, Hova, as a way of summoning him back to the stage.

HO-VA! HO-VA! Are y'all out there? (HO-VA! HO-VA!)
Chanting Jay Z's nickname in unison, as a way of expressing enthusiasm and excitement for his return to the stage.

Yeah, now see that's what I'm talking bout
Acknowledging the audience's energy and enthusiasm for Jay Z.

They love you Jigga, they love you Jigga!
Confirming that the audience has a deep and genuine love for Jay Z and his music.

I like the way this one feel
Expressing satisfaction and happiness with the current performance and the overall vibe of the audience.

It's so motherfucking soulful man!
Describing the current performance as authentic and deeply emotional, resonating with the performer and the audience alike.

So this here is the victory lap
Celebrating the end of a long and successful journey with a metaphorical victory lap.

Then I'm leaving, that's how you get me back
Using the encore as a way of saying goodbye and leaving a lasting impression on the audience.

After a year of them sixteen's, it's one point two
Revealing that he wrote and recorded over a dozen verses in the past year, but only chose the best ones for this performance.

And that's two point four, and I'm only doing two
Emphasizing how difficult and tiring it is to perform at this level, and highlighting the fact that he's only doing two songs for this encore.

You wanted to gain attention new dudes
Referring to other artists who are trying to break into the industry and gain fame and attention.

I can get you BET and TRL too
Boasting his power and influence in the music industry, and claiming that he can get other artists featured on two popular music television channels.

You wanna be in the public, send your budget
Explaining that in order to get publicity and exposure, new artists need to spend a lot of money on marketing and advertising.

Well fuck it, I ain't budging!
Rejecting the idea of giving in to mainstream commercialization and sticking to his own authentic style and sound.

Young did it to death, you gotta love it
Referring to himself as a young and successful artist who has truly made it, and that others should recognize and appreciate his talent and hard work.

Record companies told me I couldn't cut it
Recalling the difficulties he faced in getting signed to a record label, and the naysayers who doubted his talent and ability to succeed.

Now look at me, all star-studded
Reveling in his current success and fame, with numerous awards and accolades to show for it.

Golfer above par like I putted
Comparing his success to that of a highly skilled golfer who consistently gets a score below average, meaning he always exceeds expectations.

All cause the shit I uttered, was utterly ridiculous
Reflecting on how he became successful through perseverance, despite some of his earlier work being considered ridiculous or unconventional in some circles.

How sick is this?
Rhetorically asking how amazing and satisfying it feels to have achieved so much success and recognition.

You want to bang, send Kanye change, send Just some dust
Referring to the fact that he has discovered and helped launch the careers of other successful artists, like Kanye West and Just Blaze.

Send Hip a grip, then you got' spit
Explaining that new artists need to have some amount of money or resources in order to make it big and attract attention from major labels and fans.

A little something like this
Introducing a new song or verse, expressing confidence and skill as a rapper.