They describe the rapper as having "toured around the world, from London to the Bay" and as being "magic on the mic," which Hammer says combines with Rick James' "beat that you can't touch" to create the perfect rap song. While some critics, especially in the gangsta rap community, disliked the song, enough people approved of it to secure the Grammy for Best R&B Song and Best Rap Solo Performance, a brand new category at the time, for MC Hammer.
In 2008, it was ranked number 26 on VH1's 100 Greatest Songs of Hip Hop.
U Can't Touch This
MC Hammer Lyrics
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You can't touch this
You can't touch this
You can't touch this
My, my, my my music hits me so hard
Makes me say, "Oh my Lord"
Thank you for blessin' me
It feels good, when you know you're down
A super dope homeboy from the Oaktown
And I'm known as such
And this is a beat, uh, you can't touch
I told you homeboy (You can't touch this)
Yeah, that's how we livin' and ya know (You can't touch this)
Look in my eyes, man (You can't touch this)
Yo, let me bust the funky lyrics (You can't touch this)
Fresh new kicks, and pants
You gotta like that, now you know you wanna dance
So move outta yo seat
And get a fly girl and catch this beat
While it's rollin', hold on!
Pump a little bit and let 'em know it's goin' on
Like that, like that
Cold on a mission, so fall on back
Let 'em know, that you're too much
And this is a beat, uh, they can't touch
Yo, I told you (you can't touch this)
Why you standin' there, man? (You can't touch this)
Yo, sound the bell, school's in, sucka (You can't touch this)
Give me a song, or rhythm
Makin' 'em sweat, that's what I'm givin' 'em
Now, they know
You talkin' 'bout the Hammer, you're talkin' 'bout a show
That's hyped, and tight
Singers are sweatin', so pass them a wipe
Or a tape, to learn
What's it gonna take in the 90's to burn
The charts? Legit
Either work hard or you might as well quit
That's word because you know (You can't touch this)
(You can't touch this)
Break it down!
Stop, Hammer time!
Go with the flow, it is said
That if you can't groove to this then you probably are dead
So wave yo hands in the air
Bust a few moves, run your fingers through your hair
This is it, for a winner
Dance to this and you're gonna get thinner
Move, slide your rump
Just for a minute let's all do the bump
(Bump, bump, bump)
Yeah (You can't touch this)
Look, man (You can't touch this)
You better get hype, boy, 'cause you know you can't (You can't touch this)
Ring the bell, school's back in
Break it down!
Stop, Hammer time!
You can't touch this
You can't touch this
You can't touch this
Break it down!
Stop, Hammer time!
Every time you see me, the Hammer's just so hyped
I'm dope on the floor and I'm magic on the mic
Now why would I ever stop doin' this?
With others makin' records that just don't hit
I've toured around the world, from London to the Bay
It's "Hammer, go Hammer, MC Hammer, yo Hammer"
And the rest can go and play
You can't touch this
You can't touch this
You can't touch this
Yeah (You can't touch this)
I told you (Can't touch this)
Too hot (Can't touch this)
Yo, we outta here (Can't touch this)
The song 'U Can't Touch This' by MC Hammer is an iconic track from the late 80s/early 90s, and the lyrics not only reflect the arrogance of the rapper, but also his self-confidence and ability to entertain. The repetitive chorus with the line "you can't touch this" is a direct challenge to anyone who would try to compete with him or bring him down. The song has a fast beat that encourages listeners to dance, while the verses describe the rapper's abilities and achievements.
The lyrics also express gratitude for Hammer's talent and success, thanking God for the "mind to rhyme and two hype feet." Hammer is proud of his Oakland roots and his reputation as a "super dope homeboy from the Oaktown." He asserts that his beat cannot be touched, and that he is too much for anyone to handle.
The song also boasts about Hammer's fashion sense, including "fresh new kicks and pants" that make him stand out. Hammer challenges listeners to get up and dance, "catch this beat," and "wave yo hands in the air." As the song ends, Hammer reminds listeners that he has traveled the world and is a superstar who cannot be touched.
Overall, the lyrics of 'U Can't Touch This' are an anthem of self-confidence, boasting, and celebration of success.
Line by Line Meaning
You can't touch this
MC Hammer is untouchable and unbeatable
My, my, my my music hits me so hard
MC Hammer's music is very powerful and motivating to him
Makes me say, "Oh my Lord"
MC Hammer is thankful for the gift of music and its impact on his life
Thank you for blessin' me
MC Hammer is grateful for the gift of music and for being able to create it
With a mind to rhyme and two hype feet
MC Hammer is a gifted lyricist and dancer
It feels good, when you know you're down
MC Hammer enjoys feeling confident and cool
A super dope homeboy from the Oaktown
MC Hammer is a talented and respected individual from Oakland
And I'm known as such
MC Hammer has a well-known reputation for being awesome
And this is a beat, uh, you can't touch
The beat of MC Hammer's music is too powerful for anyone to compete with
Fresh new kicks, and pants
MC Hammer has some fresh new shoes and clothes
You gotta like that, now you know you wanna dance
MC Hammer's style is cool and fun, making people want to dance
So move outta yo seat
MC Hammer wants people to get up and dance
And get a fly girl and catch this beat
MC Hammer wants people to dance with a partner and enjoy the music
While it's rollin', hold on!
MC Hammer wants people to enjoy the music as it continues to play
Pump a little bit and let 'em know it's goin' on
MC Hammer wants people to show their excitement and pump up the energy level
Like that, like that
MC Hammer is enjoying the moment and wants others to join in
Cold on a mission, so fall on back
MC Hammer is confident and focused on his music, so others should step back and let him do his thing
Let 'em know, that you're too much
MC Hammer is confident and knows he is awesome and wants others to feel the same way
And this is a beat, uh, they can't touch
The beat of MC Hammer's music is too powerful for anyone to compete with
Give me a song, or rhythm
MC Hammer wants to create music or dance to a beat
Makin' 'em sweat, that's what I'm givin' 'em
MC Hammer wants his music and dance moves to make people sweat and get excited
Now, they know
People are now aware of MC Hammer's talent and impact
You talkin' 'bout the Hammer, you're talkin' 'bout a show
MC Hammer is known for being an amazing performer
That's hyped, and tight
MC Hammer's music and dance moves are exciting and fun
Singers are sweatin', so pass them a wipe
The other performers are working hard and need a break to cool down
Or a tape, to learn
MC Hammer wants to teach others how to create and perform music
What's it gonna take in the 90's to burn
MC Hammer wants to know what it takes to be successful in the 90s
The charts? Legit
MC Hammer wants his music to be legitimately successful and recognized by chart rankings
Either work hard or you might as well quit
MC Hammer believes in hard work and dedication to succeed
That's word because you know (You can't touch this)
MC Hammer is confirming his untouchable and unbeatable reputation
(You can't touch this)
MC Hammer is reiterating that he is untouchable
Stop, Hammer time!
MC Hammer's music and dance moves are so amazing that time must stop to fully appreciate them
Go with the flow, it is said
MC Hammer wants people to be relaxed and enjoy his music and dance moves
That if you can't groove to this then you probably are dead
MC Hammer believes that if you can't dance to his music then you are not living life to the fullest
So wave yo hands in the air
MC Hammer wants people to show their enthusiasm and excitement by waving their hands
Bust a few moves, run your fingers through your hair
MC Hammer wants people to let loose and dance freely
This is it, for a winner
MC Hammer's music and dance moves are the ultimate winners
Dance to this and you're gonna get thinner
MC Hammer believes that dancing to his music will help people lose weight
Move, slide your rump
MC Hammer wants people to keep dancing and moving their bodies
Just for a minute let's all do the bump
MC Hammer wants people to enjoy the fun and excitement of the bump dance move
Yeah (You can't touch this)
MC Hammer is confirming his untouchable and unbeatable reputation
Look, man (You can't touch this)
MC Hammer is telling someone that they cannot compete with him
You better get hype, boy, 'cause you know you can't (You can't touch this)
MC Hammer is encouraging someone to get excited but reminding them they could never compete with him
Ring the bell, school's back in
MC Hammer is restarting the party and dance competition
Every time you see me, the Hammer's just so hyped
MC Hammer is always energetic and hyped up about his music and dance moves
I'm dope on the floor and I'm magic on the mic
MC Hammer is an amazing dancer and lyricist
Now why would I ever stop doin' this?
MC Hammer loves what he does and would never quit making music and dancing
With others makin' records that just don't hit
MC Hammer believes his music is better than others who are not successful
I've toured around the world, from London to the Bay
MC Hammer has traveled extensively, performing all over the world
It's "Hammer, go Hammer, MC Hammer, yo Hammer"
MC Hammer has a lot of nicknames that he is proud of
And the rest can go and play
MC Hammer is saying that others who cannot compete with him should go and find something else to do
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Alonzo Miller, Rick James, Stanley Kirk Burrell
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@koolaidman6875
Patrick Nijs
well...a human body is composed of atoms and molecules...those have negatively charged electrons hovering around them...the repulsion force between your electrons and MC hammer's is too big to allow physical friction between their matter
So no, you didn't touch it :P
@itsaccer7443
They should play this in museums.
@austinthecoolkid2283
xD
@DaQueerNinja
ha
@cocolittlebunny-aj5193
someone is copying >.>
@TheBlackLodger
LMAO LMAO LMAO
@suivatra123
It would probably work too
@mrsugarbruh5864
Video quality :480p
Song quality :4k
@ENDURANCE1401
waiting for remastered from YouTube
@otroperfilmas5430
8K
@OvSpP
*400k