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MENDEZ Sergio Feat BLACK EYED PEAS Lyrics

Oariá raiô
Starting off the song with a traditional Brazilian chant that means to celebrate and have joy.

Obá obá obá
Repeating the Brazilian expression 'Obá' which in this context means 'Hooray!' to keep up the festive vibe.

Mas que nada
Asserting that the song is not just any ordinary samba, it's something even better.

Black Eyed Peas came to make it hotter
Introducing the featured artist and claiming that they brought their unique style and energy to enhance the song.

We be the party starters
Boasting about their ability to ignite a crowd and get the party started.

Bubblin' up just like lava, like lava
Comparing their infectious beats to lava bubbling up and taking over everything in its path.

Heated like a sauna
Referring to the intense heat generated by the rhythm of the song, similar to that of a sauna.

Penetrating through your body armor
Describing how the music is able to penetrate through any emotional barriers and resonate deeply within a listener.

Rhythmically we massage ya
Promising that the rhythm will be in sync with the body's natural movements and will give it a musical massage.

With hip hop mixed up with samba
Explaining that the song blends hip-hop and samba to create a unique sound.

So yes, yes, y'all (yes, y'all, y'all)
Using a common hip-hop expression to indicate excitement and agreement from the listeners.

You know we never stop we never rest, y'all (rest, y'all, y'all)
Promising that they will keep the energy level high throughout the song and never let up.

The Black Eyed Peas'll keep it funky fresh, y'all (fresh, y'all, y'all)
Assuring that the music will stay original and exciting, combining funk and freshness.

And we won't stop until we get y'all, 'til we get y'all sayin'
Pledging to keep everyone engaged and involved in the song, getting them to participate.

Peter Piper picked peppers
Referencing the well-known tongue-twister to show off their lyrical prowess.

But Tab rocked rhymes-a
Giving a shout-out to Taboo, one of the Black Eyed Peas, for his impressive rhyming ability.

1, 2, 3, 4, several times-a
Counting off a simple beat, and emphasizing that this beat will be repeated several times.

Heavy rotation played by every kind-a
Suggesting that their music is so catchy it's played everywhere and enjoyed by everyone.

Radio stations blastin' every mind-a
Claiming that their music is so infectious it's played regularly on radio stations, and it sticks in people's minds.

We crossing boundaries like everyday
Boasting about their musical versatility that takes them beyond borders.

To rock ya body, Bobbie be on the R and the Bay
Naming the locales where they will be inspiring people to dance and have a good time.

We got we got Tab magnifications
Referring to their bandmate Taboo as an important aspect of their sound.

Tab magnified like every day
Continuing the statement about Taboo's importance and his constant brilliance.

Drop hot hot be my daily operation
Disclosing their daily routine, which is to create and deliver music that's hot and fresh.

Got to put in work in this crazy occupation
Acknowledging the effort that goes into making great music and the unpredictable nature of the industry.

Gotta keep it movin' (that's the motivation)
Staying inspired and motivated in the face of obstacles keeps them focused and productive.

Gotta ride the waves and keep a tight relation
Advising that the key to success is staying adaptable and maintaining strong bonds with the team.

With my team keep it moving, and doing it right
Emphasizing that their teamwork is crucial for their success and they will continue to move forward in the right direction.

Up in the lab every day 'til daylight
Describing an intense work ethic where they push themselves to create music until the early hours of the morning.

That's the way things move in this monkey business
Characterizing the music industry as a hectic and unpredictable environment where sometimes things don't make sense.

(We took an old samba song and remixed it)
Revealing the inspiration behind the song, which is a remixed version of a classic samba song.

Sai da minha frente
Switching to Portuguese, they tell people to move out of their way to make space, because they are about to start a recurring chorus.

Que eu quero passar
Continuing the chorus and explaining that they want to pass and move forward with their sounds.

Pois o samba esta animado
Expressing that the samba rhythm is lively and upbeat, setting the tone for a good time.

O que eu quero e sambar
Describing that what they want to do is samba, or dance, without any worries or stress.

Este samba, que e misto de maracatu
Referring to the song they have remixed, which is a blend of samba and maracatu (a type of Afro-Brazilian music).

E samba de preto velho
Describing another type of samba as played by the black elders (preto velho).

Samba de preto tu
Referring to their own samba style, which is unique and authentic, just like the previous styles mentioned.