Poisson d'avril
Magic System Lyrics

The Heavster, measure the pleasure then treasure the note
Magic System wants to emphasize that they're aiming for delivering a worthwhile musical experience to their listeners, which they hope to be received joyfully and appreciated.

That I wrote, and you can quote, flow like I row like a boat
Their lyrics are profound and should be cited as they sparkle outstandingly when rapped to audiences, just as a boat moves effortlessly when paddled through water.

Takin a stand, don't need a hand
They don't need assistance; they can take care of their responsibilities themselves and undertake them courageously.

The man in command did Soul Train, next American BAND-stand
They're the ones calling the shots, and since they're on top of their game, they're hailed by the likes of famous TV shows like Soul Train and American Bandstand.

An Overweight Lover discover, no other brother can smother
They're proud to have discovered what's good (love) and are confident that no one will hinder them from exploring it (smother).

If I ever fell I'd bounce back like rubber
They're acknowledging that they're not perfect, but if they ever make mistakes or face difficulties, they'll pick themselves back up and keep moving forward like a rubber ball.

I'm rough and tough, all that stuff, call my bluff
They claim to be tough, and they're not bluffing about it, so someone shouldn't try to test them.

You can't enough of Mr. Big Stuff, let it flow
They believe that they're so good that their listeners can't get enough of them, so they should just let their music flow.

You get your rhyme from a hag bag, you thief from Baghdad
They're accusing some other rappers of stealing their rhyme ideas from strange places and languages - even from Baghdad (Iraq).

You're soft as a sandbag, throw your rhyme in a Glad bag
They're mocking those who try to match their poetic skills but fall short, referring to them as weak and suggesting they should pack their pride (rhymes) in a garbage bag.

The way that you act like, as if you had mic fright
They're calling out a fellow rapper's unconvincing acting and poor stage presence, suggesting that they're having trouble handling the microphone and the attention that comes with it (mic fright).

It seem that you're not bright, now I'ma do it right
They're convinced that this other rapper is not smart and that they'll do a better job (do it right) on the stage.

Get used to a back mark, Lover my trademark
Magic System wants to establish themselves as an innovative brand that's leaving quite a mark in the industry (back mark) with their fabulous songs (Lover my trademark).

You're just like a hush puppy - no bite, all bark
They're comparing this rapper to a southern-style fried pastry called hush puppies, which looks hard on the outside (all bark) but has no bite, meaning it's notably soft and weak on the inside.

You move when I say so, I flow when the wind blows
They're in charge, and that other rapper should follow their lead (move when I say so), while they'll go with the flow of opportunities (I flow when the wind blows).

While I'm rippin and strippin you be peakin through a window
They're working hard (ripping and stripping) while some folks merely watch or spy on them from afar (peakin through a window).

Definitely for action, voted for Jesse Jackson
They're all for making things happen (definitely for action), and they're endorsing Jesse Jackson, the civil rights activist and politician known for his leadership and charisma.

Instead of laggin we coulda been passin
Magic System is aware that they're making good progress (passin) while some people are undecided or inactive (laggin).

Eddie F on the fade mix, the Boyz with the dance tricks
They're giving credit to their DJ Eddie F, who's skillfully mixing the tracks (fade mix), and their backing dancers who are performing fascinating moves (dance tricks) on stage.

Dre with the management, Heav' D with the lyrics
They're praising Dr. Dre, the legendary music producer, and their lead singer Heavy D, who's providing excellent lyrics for their songs.

Who said that I ain't dope, you're walkin a tightrope
Magic System acknowledges their talent and prowess (dope) and warns their critics that they're taking a big risk (walkin a tightrope) by denying it.

You're livin for high hopes, I wonder what you smoke
They're making fun of someone who aims high (livin for high hopes) but still misses the mark, so they question what kind of stuff they're inhaling (wonder what you smoke).

Didn't come here to tip-toe, I came here to rip so
They don't intend to play it safe (tip-toe), but they'll give their best performance (rip so) in front of their fans.

Grab your partner, dosey-dos and let it flow
They're encouraging their listeners to dance together (grab your partner, dosey-dos) and enjoy the music (let it flow).

All rappers we remain the same, we try, we strain
They want to remind others that they're all part of a larger music community (all rappers), and everybody struggles (we try, we strain) despite their different backgrounds and styles.

But still some complain about the fame that we obtain
Some people get jealous or resentful of their success (complain about the fame) despite all the hard work they've put in.

But I'maain it's insane cause I'ma still gain
Magic System doesn't believe that it's foolish to expect more out of life (it's insane) and they'll undoubtedly succeed (I'ma still gain).

You want what's good, but can you stand the rain?
They're questioning if someone can handle the obstacles or hardships (the rain) that come with seeking a better life or achieving success (want what's good).

We think hard for what we want, then work harder to get it
They emphasize the importance of persistence, grit, and determination in pursuing one's goals.

But you're too busy tryin to diss us, that's why you forget it
They're accusing some people of wasting their time and energy to attack or mock them (tryin to diss) instead of chasing their own dreams, which is why they'll miss out on their opportunities (forget it).

Appreciate what you did, and I hope you keep doin it
They're gracious in acknowledging someone's contributions or achievements and encouraging them to continue to do more of the same.

But stop riffin, because you just might ruin it
They urge other rappers to avoid being negative or confrontational (stop riffin) because their actions or words could undermine their reputation or credibility (ruin it).

For me, for you, for you and for me
They want their music to be enjoyed by everyone, and they're willing to collaborate or share the spotlight (for me, for you) to make it happen.

Two wrongs never make a right let's keep good company
They're promoting positive, collaborative relationships (keep good company) and denouncing the idea that retaliation or negativity (two wrongs) will solve any problem.

You're welcome any night to come on my stage
They extend an invitation to other musicians or performers to join them on the stage and showcase their talents.

Because divided we fall, together we get paid
They believe that unity and teamwork (together we get paid) are crucial to their success, and they warn against discord or factions (divided we fall) that can threaten their harmony and impact their earnings.

T-Roy it flow, Pete Rock let it flow
They're acknowledging their band members T-Roy and Pete Rock and encouraging the free, natural flow of their music (let it flow).

D.O. let it flow, Nick T let it flow
They're acknowledging their other band members D.O. and Nick T and encouraging the smooth, effortless flow of their music (let it flow).

Eddie F let it flow
They're encouraging their DJ Eddie F to let the music flow freely and naturally.