Break It Down
MC Lyte Lyrics

Let's break it down...
Inviting the audience to closely analyze and break down the lyrics and meaning of the song.

Now it's India, India, I get into ya, styles I got plenty 'a
Introducing India, the rapper, emphasizing her diverse musical styles and her ability to captivate listeners.

I'm bout it bout it, you know my ones stay crowded
Expressing confidence and popularity in the music industry.

Fuck around and doubt it, and get that ass louded
Warning against those who doubt India and suggesting they will face some form of consequence.

The future me, 2003, ultra magnetic, this MC... (MCs, MCs, MCs freeze)
Foreshadowing her future success and making a reference to a popular technique in early hip hop where MCs froze mid-performance.

I'm not afraid of you niggas, I'm ready for the masses
Fearlessly confronting her detractors and showing preparation for a wider audience.

I keep it tight like spandex do asses
Highlighting her tight rhymes and lyricism.

Palmer's cocoa butter for the ashes, while Chanel laces up my lashes
Describing her luxurious lifestyle and routines.

Uh oh no, stop! It don't get hot because I locked it
Confidently asserting her control over any situation that may become problematic.

Got it, give me 6 million like you gave Tupac it
Referencing Tupac's deal and asking for a similar amount of money.

Hot forever 'coz that's how I plotted
Asserting her long-term success through careful planning and plotting.

I'm that are rated nigga from the films with mistique
Introducing G. Salah, emphasizing his attractiveness and mysteriousness.

With taste from the hamptoms but still street
Describing his luxurious yet gritty background and lifestyle.

Don't sleep I reach the ghetto to elite
Stressing his ability to connect with listeners from various backgrounds.

Blessed with the vocals gifted with the feet
Highlighting his musical prowess and his ability to both sing and dance.

Pretty nigga, pearly white teethe
Emphasizing G. Salah's good looks and perfect smile.

I can't for now 'coz my mind says from Asia
Revealing G. Salah's current preoccupation with Asian culture.

I'm unreachable, fuck a portable and pager
Asserting his importance and independence from technology.

Made nigga, no time for posin', leavin' niggas like Moses
Boasting about his wealth and social status, and referencing Moses leading his people to safety.

Front and get swollen The black italian G. Salah the chosen
Warning against those who try to challenge him and emphasizing his heritage as a black Italian.

I beat you down with love get you stuck frozen
Asserting his domination over his rivals using his charm and wit.

'Coz I talk shit like caches, and I backs it
Boasting about his ability to back up his words with action.

Can you match this my magic
Challenging others to meet his level of skill and excellence.

Catcy like habits, digest and swallow
Emphasizing his infectious and memorable style and encouraging listeners to internalize his message.

The G. Salah tablet baby, wah you beautiful
Bringing attention to himself and his abilities, while also admiring and complimenting his listeners.

I resonate like 808s but with a ill tone
Describing MC Lyte's voice as resonant and memorable, with a distinctive style.

Lyte the oddesy, full blown
Emphasizing MC Lyte's unique and full-bodied style and her journey as an artist.

>From Cali to Medina, the head turner, Tina
Referencing her travels and popularity, while also boasting about her ability to captivate listeners.

Belle Venezuela, rockin' Argentina
Boasting about her international appeal and success.

Hot like heaters, swift like cheeters
Comparing herself to fast and powerful beings, emphasizing her talent and energy.

>From where I stand grass remains greener
Reflecting on the advantages and opportunities in her life, expressing gratitude.

(Let me tell you 'bout a girl, maybe I shouldn't
Starting a new story or revealing personal details about someone else.

I met her in Brooklyn, and her shit is always cookin')
Describing her relationship with a woman from Brooklyn and praising her cooking skills.

See I be flowin' yes constantly
Acknowledging her consistent talent and energy when performing.

That's why the cabbage that I stack is deep winter green
Describing her wealth and its sources, comparing it to the deep green of winter plants.

And the way that I be hittin', unlike any other sister, I get into your System, man I make you listen
Boasting about her unique style and influence on her listeners, emphasizing her confidence and power.

I give, give back 10 fold, Lana on the ill trio
Expressing her generosity and commitment to giving back, while also referencing a musician named Lana.

India, Gio, we know it's broke down so let's blow
Referring back to India and G. Salah, and suggesting that they should continue to perform successfully despite obstacles or challenges.

(chorus till fade...)
Concluding the song and inviting listeners to continue breaking down and analyzing the lyrics.