On Top
Mary J. Blige & Cool & Dre Lyrics
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This is (woo)
(Woo)
I've been busy just keeping my mind
On love, on peace
I've finished the job that I started
On God, on me, I'm giving my hardest
Couldn't see right from wrong
Now I'm back and I'm better (blah)
Big step in Margiela's (woo)
Buss down sky dweller (woo)
My time a little better
Who run it? Career the longest
I want it, I own it, new deals, big money
Be honest, who better?
New whips, blue leather
You know I got the plan
And the motive, it's whatever
Bet on me, why not?
Don't act like I never left on top (no)
And now it's time to give you more, back in the door
You need to bet on me, why not?
You know the game really needs love (where's the love?)
I came to come and lift 'em up (oh)
You know my people ain't forgot (yeah)
I'm right where I need to be (woo)
On top
Ayy, who run it? (Who run it?)
Who run it? (Who run it?)
Be honest (be honest)
One-hundred (one-hundred)
Ayy, who run it? (Who run it?)
Who run it? (Who run it?)
Be honest (be honest)
One-hundred (one-hundred)
Uh, shorty protected (shorty protected)
I'm watching TV, I saw her on Netflix
She want a demon and I was selected (woo yeah, look, huh)
All in my section, look, huh (all in my section)
This is my city, I'm giving aggression
None of my shooters is getting arrested (nah)
Who run it? (Huh) (who run it?)
Eight hundred (eight hundred), they buggin'
Dare a nigga come and say some (boaw)
None of my bitches gon' play dumb
I see a opp' nigga, I'ma break some
Most of these niggas ain't lay none
If I had to, I'll shoot on my day ones (boaw)
My lil' brother caught a body, ha (caught a body)
Boy be quiet
All that subbing get me tight (ha)
See they face and then he fire (boom, boom)
Huh, huh, just let me woo walk, huh (just let me woo walk)
Welcome to New York
A nigga die he come here tryna goof off, ah (woo)
Bet on me, why not?
Don't act like I never left on top (a nigga die he come here tryna goof off)
And now it's time to give you more, back in the door (woo)
You need to bet on me, why not? (Why not?)
You know the game really needs love (where's the love?)
I came to come and lift 'em up (lift 'em up)
You know my people ain't forgot (ain't forgot)
I'm right where I need to be
On top
Ayy, who run it? (Who run it?)
Who run it? (Who run it?)
Be honest (be honest)
One-hundred (one-hundred)
Ayy, who run it? (Who run it?)
Who run it? (Who run it?)
Be honest (be honest)
One-hundred (one-hundred)
The lyrics to "On Top" by Mary J. Blige and Cool & Dre speak to the artists' success, resilience, and determination. The song starts with Cool & Dre expressing their focus on love and peace, mentioning that they have completed the task they set out to do with confidence in themselves and their abilities. They reflect on the past when they were alone and couldn't distinguish right from wrong, but now they are back and stronger than ever. They highlight their achievements and success, referencing their expensive Margiela clothes and luxury watches. They assert their position as the ones who have been in the industry the longest, owning their success and new deals. They proclaim themselves the best, showcasing their new cars with blue leather interiors. They emphasize that they have a plan and nothing will deter them from their goals.
Mary J. Blige then takes over the verses, proclaiming that she should be bet on because she has proven herself time and time again. She emphasizes the need for love in the music industry and her desire to uplift and inspire. She acknowledges that her fans have not forgotten her and that she is exactly where she needs to be – on top.
The repetitive chorus and bridge affirm their dominance, asking who runs the game and demanding honesty. They assert their confidence and urge others to recognize their success and talent. The song also includes references to New York and the energy it brings, as well as a mention of retaliating against enemies.
Line by Line Meaning
This is (woo)
This is a confident and exciting moment.
I've been busy just keeping my mind
I have been fully focused and dedicated.
On love, on peace
Prioritizing love and harmony.
I've finished the job that I started
I have successfully completed the task at hand.
On God, on me, I'm giving my hardest
With the belief in a higher power and myself, I am giving my utmost effort.
Remember nights alone
Reflecting on past lonely evenings.
Couldn't see right from wrong
Feeling confused and unable to differentiate between the correct and incorrect choices.
Now I'm back and I'm better (blah)
Now, I have returned and improved.
Big step in Margiela's (woo)
Taking a significant leap forward, enhancing personal style.
Buss down sky dweller (woo)
Adorning a luxurious and expensive watch.
My time a little better
My current situation and circumstances have improved.
Who run it? Career the longest
Who has maintained a successful career for the longest period of time?
I want it, I own it, new deals, big money
I desire success, I have control over my destiny, securing lucrative opportunities.
Be honest, who better?
Honestly, who is superior in talent and prowess?
New whips, blue leather
Acquiring new luxurious cars with blue-colored leather interiors.
You know I got the plan
It is widely known that I have a well-thought-out strategy.
And the motive, it's whatever
The reason behind my actions is flexible and adaptable.
Bet on me, why not?
Have faith in me, there's no reason not to.
Don't act like I never left on top (no)
Do not pretend that I have never achieved success.
And now it's time to give you more, back in the door
Now, I am ready to provide even greater accomplishments, returning with full force.
You need to bet on me, why not?
It is crucial for you to have confidence in me, as there is no valid reason not to.
You know the game really needs love (where's the love?)
The industry truly requires love and compassion.
I came to come and lift 'em up (oh)
I arrived with the purpose of raising others up.
You know my people ain't forgot (yeah)
My fellow individuals have not forgotten about me.
I'm right where I need to be (woo)
I am currently in the exact position I am meant to be in.
Ayy, who run it? (Who run it?)
Hey, who is in control and leading?
Be honest (be honest)
Please be truthful.
One-hundred (one-hundred)
100%, completely.
Uh, shorty protected (shorty protected)
Hey, the woman is being safeguarded.
I'm watching TV, I saw her on Netflix
While watching television, I caught sight of her on a Netflix show.
She want a demon and I was selected (woo yeah, look, huh)
She desires a passionate and assertive partner, and I was chosen.
All in my section, look, huh (all in my section)
Everyone in my group is fully committed.
This is my city, I'm giving aggression
I have a strong presence in my city and I am showcasing my assertiveness.
None of my shooters is getting arrested (nah)
None of my associates involved in illegal activities are getting caught by law enforcement.
Dare a nigga come and say some (boaw)
I challenge anyone to approach and speak disrespectfully.
None of my bitches gon' play dumb
None of my women will pretend to be oblivious.
I see a opp' nigga, I'ma break some
If I encounter an enemy, I will engage in violence.
Most of these niggas ain't lay none
A majority of these individuals have not committed any notable acts.
If I had to, I'll shoot on my day ones (boaw)
If necessary, I would even harm my closest friends.
My lil' brother caught a body, ha (caught a body)
My younger sibling has committed a murder, haha.
Boy be quiet
Boy, be silent.
All that subbing get me tight (ha)
All that indirect disrespect annoys and angers me.
See they face and then he fire (boom, boom)
As soon as he identifies his target, he shoots repeatedly.
Huh, huh, just let me woo walk, huh (just let me woo walk)
Allow me to confidently strut and show off my style.
Welcome to New York
Welcome to the city of New York.
A nigga die he come here tryna goof off, ah (woo)
If someone is foolish enough, they may lose their life when they come here.
Ayy, who run it? (Who run it?)
Hey, who is in control and leading?
Be honest (be honest)
Please be truthful.
One-hundred (one-hundred)
100%, completely.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alexander Hart, Andre Christopher Lyon, Jamie Hurton, Jocelyn Donald, Marcello Valenzano, Mary J. Blige, Shawn Hibbler, Thomas Bell
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@regice5650
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 NY stand up the queen is here. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 only Mary could kill some shit like this!!!!!
@brandonrice3331
Never in my life I would imagine Mary J on a drill beat with Fivio! This is basically R&B drill 🔥
@loclovelifeloclovelife8935
Yo B she’s the Queen of hip hop & R&b so it’s drill & B now 😂🙌🏿
@NoMasterz518
@@loclovelifeloclovelife8935 Facts and she slid on this beat like drill was out in the 90s 😂😂😂 not even to mention the 3-6 Mafia 'Who Run It' sample 😤😤😤🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🥵
@sha52196
They don't call her the queen of hip hop soul for no reason!
@heyah1447
R&Drill
@harvemedharvemed7796
And I am loving it.
@seanjenkins331
A rapper hasn't made until they jump on a track with Mary
@ED-mj4cu
So true!
@vietkong1
Mary J is gonna survive all of the pivots in music great seeing her thrive.