Get Ready
Mase feat. Blackstreet Lyrics


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See, the difference with me
When I do what I do
I do what I'm doing
But I'm doing it like I'm doing it for TV

Oww, oww, oww, oww, oww
Keep ya hands up
What, what, put your hands up
Come on, come on, keep your hands up

We back, we back, we back, we back (put your hands up)
We back, we back again (keep your hands up)
We back, we back, we back, we back, we back, we back

I remember the days of prayin' my chips be right
Louie the 13, no more Cris tonight
Gold to me is like Superman and Kryptonite
So I pray how I don't miss my flight, switch to night
Get out the plane, it look all strange
See a man from Spain, holding up my name
Give him my things and head down to bag' claim
And I hear somebody scream my name

So I look back, look once, look twice
Look fast, look left, look right
Look Blink, look Meeno, look Myse
They try tell me honey don't look right
So, I approach her, it all look Kosher
But there was kids runnin' up with posters
And I was startin' to lose sight of chauffer
So I had to say nice to know ya
Get ready

Get ready, tonight
We're gonna make this a night to remember
Get ready, tonight
We're gonna make this a night to remember

What, what, what, what, what, what
Get money all over again
Get money all over again
Come on, uh, uh, All Out

Uh, yo, it just so happen this how Ma$e stay starred
Flip two aces and get two face cards
It happens, chip stackin'
I turn around, see a bunch of chicks clappin'
But a girl walked by, caught my eye
So I said, 'What the fuck, stand here and give me luck'
And she whispered in my ear
A purple one on there and put a pink one on there
I did just that and gave Hud a stack, shout 'I'll be right back'
In fact, I'ma be over here talkin' to love
Said you Been Around the World, been so many places
Hit so many girls, and spent so many faces
And every girl in the world know who Ma$e is
But right now that's really not what the case is
Let's be real, I know you got bills
So how 'bout one night and I just gave you a mil'
Whatchu feel

Get ready, tonight
We're gonna make this a night to remember
Get ready, tonight
We're gonna make this a night to remember

What, what, what, what, what, what
All Out
Wanna Blow
H World, come on, come on, come on, come on, come on

I don't rap for Rollies, I rap for Starbucks
I'm that star who get the stars star struck
You a one hit wonder who caught some hard luck
I'm that kid cats can't wait to scar up
But the show ain't over until the bottles is empty
Then girls run out the club, follow the Bently
Knowing that every president need a Lewinsky
Girls know I ain't know you but they try to convince me
And any chick that I'm with already know
You ain't gotta like Ma$e, but bet he blow
And anything that I do get heavy dough
Stop handcuffin' that girl and let her go
My whips got satellite, see it in the graphics
I ain't only got eight cuz I fly passed it
Why ask is Ma$e a classic
Knowin' I'm from the hood doing deals with Magic
Come on

Get ready, tonight
We're gonna make this a night to remember
Get ready, tonight
We're gonna make this a night to remember

Get ready, tonight
We're gonna make this a night to remember
Get ready, tonight
We're gonna make this a night to remember

What, what, what, what, what, what
Get money all over again, get money all over again
H World get money again
All Out get money again
Wanna Blow, get money again
So Bad Boy get money again
No Limit get money again
Roc-A-Fella get money again
Untertainment get money again
Charli get money again
Brandy get money again
Cuda Love get money again
Cardan get money again
Yo, even Cam' get money again
We back, we back, we back, we back
We back, we back again




We back, we back, we back, we back
We back, we back again

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Get Ready" by Mase feat. Blackstreet reflect the rapper's confidence as he prepares for a night of success and fame. Throughout the song, Mase boasts about his wealth, his popularity, and his ability to command a crowd. He uses his signature laid-back style to convey a sense of ease and comfort in his own skin. When he declares that he's doing what he's doing like he's doing it for TV, he's emphasizing that he's always on and ready to go, even when the cameras aren't rolling. The chorus, which repeats the phrase "Get ready, tonight, we're gonna make this a night to remember," reinforces Mase's determination to be the life of the party and to leave a lasting impression.


The song features the smooth melodies of Blackstreet, an R&B group known for their soulful vocals and romantic ballads. Their harmonies provide a contrast to Mase's reflective lyrics, adding depth and emotion to the track. The song's powerful beat, punctuated by horns and drums, creates a celebratory atmosphere that invites listeners to join in the fun. Overall, "Get Ready" is a dynamic and uplifting anthem that encourages us to let our hair down and dance the night away.


Line by Line Meaning

See, the difference with me
I stand apart from others


When I do what I do
In my field of expertise


I do what I'm doing
I give it my all


But I'm doing it like I'm doing it for TV
I aim for perfection


Keep ya hands up
Raise your hands


What, what, put your hands up
Encouraging people to join in


Come on, come on, keep your hands up
Don't put your hands down


We back, we back, we back, we back (put your hands up)
We return for another round


We back, we back again (keep your hands up)
We return to continue


We back, we back, we back, we back, we back, we back
We're back and ready to take over


I remember the days of prayin' my chips be right
I remember my days of struggle


Louie the 13, no more Cris tonight
I no longer settle for less


Gold to me is like Superman and Kryptonite
Gold is my weakness


So I pray how I don't miss my flight, switch to night
I pray I don't miss opportunities


Get out the plane, it look all strange
The surroundings look unfamiliar


See a man from Spain, holding up my name
I see someone waiting for me


Give him my things and head down to bag' claim
I give him my belongings


And I hear somebody scream my name
Someone recognizes me


So I look back, look once, look twice
I glance back multiple times


Look fast, look left, look right
I scan my surroundings quickly


Look Blink, look Meeno, look Myse
I look for people I trust


They try tell me honey don't look right
They caution me


So, I approach her, it all look Kosher
I engage with her


But there was kids runnin' up with posters
There were people trying to get my attention


And I was startin' to lose sight of chauffer
I was distracted from my goal


So I had to say nice to know ya
I had to politely end the conversation


Get money all over again
Make more money


Uh, yo, it just so happen this how Ma$e stay starred
It's no accident that I'm successful


Flip two aces and get two face cards
I have good luck


It happens, chip stackin'
I am successful at gambling


I turn around, see a bunch of chicks clappin'
I am popular with women


But a girl walked by, caught my eye
I noticed a new woman


So I said, 'What the fuck, stand here and give me luck'
I asked her to stay with me


And she whispered in my ear
She spoke softly to me


A purple one on there and put a pink one on there
She gave me gambling advice


I did just that and gave Hud a stack, shout 'I'll be right back'
I followed her advice and made money


In fact, I'ma be over here talkin' to love
I decided to spend time with the woman


Said you Been Around the World, been so many places
She acknowledged my accomplishments


Hit so many girls, and spent so many faces
She acknowledged my past relationships


And every girl in the world know who Ma$e is
My fame is widespread


But right now that's really not what the case is
That's not why she's talking to me


Let's be real, I know you got bills
She brought up money


So how 'bout one night and I just gave you a mil'
She offered me money for one night


Whatchu feel
What's your response?


I don't rap for Rollies, I rap for Starbucks
I'm not motivated by luxury items


I'm that star who get the stars star struck
I am a popular celebrity


You a one hit wonder who caught some hard luck
You are not as successful as I am


I'm that kid cats can't wait to scar up
People want to compete with me


But the show ain't over until the bottles is empty
The party continues until the drinks are gone


Then girls run out the club, follow the Bently
Women chase after luxury cars


Knowing that every president need a Lewinsky
Women are attracted to powerful men


Girls know I ain't know you but they try to convince me
Women try to pretend they know me


And any chick that I'm with already know
My relationships are known


You ain't gotta like Ma$e, but bet he blow
You don't have to like me, but I am successful


And anything that I do get heavy dough
I make a lot of money


Stop handcuffin' that girl and let her go
Stop being possessive of your partner


My whips got satellite, see it in the graphics
My cars are high-tech


I ain't only got eight cuz I fly passed it
I have more than just eight cars


Why ask is Ma$e a classic
My success and popularity speak for themselves


Knowin' I'm from the hood doing deals with Magic
I came from humble beginnings and am now successful


We're gonna make this a night to remember
We will have a great time tonight


Get money all over again
Make more money again


So Bad Boy get money again
The record label makes money again


No Limit get money again
Another record label makes money again


Roc-A-Fella get money again
Another record label makes money again


Untertainment get money again
Another record label makes money again


Charli get money again
A person/business named Charli makes money again


Brandy get money again
A person named Brandy makes money again


Cuda Love get money again
A person named Cuda Love makes money again


Cardan get money again
A person named Cardan makes money again


Yo, even Cam' get money again
A person named Cam' makes money again


We're back and ready to take over
We have returned and are prepared for success




Lyrics ยฉ JELLYBEAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MASON BETHA, SEAN COMBS, ANDREAO SHAUNEE HEARD, DANA MEYERS, CHARMAINE SYLVERS, NIDRA SYLVERS, LINDON ROBERTS, WYCLIFF JOHNSON, CLEVELAND CONSTANTINE BROWNE

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Comments from YouTube:

@arthurn8952

Why did R&B and Rap music videos look so good back then?

@williedavis1980

Because people were allowed to be creative and was encouraged to be creative.

@marlonthompson4539

This song doesn't get half the credit it deserves. Pure banger.. Why this isn't played regularly on the old school hip hop channels is a mystery to me..one of my fave songs ever. No matter what mood I'm in, I play this joint and I'm in a good mood.

@TrYED84

It's simple, this song wasn't a chart topper, and not because it's a bad song, it came just after Ma$e's retirement so he wasn't doing any promotional work for this single or album. This single should have been as big as "feel so good"

It's a damn shame too because Double Up was a solid album by Ma$e. He left at his peak.

@jarvasedundy1

That's where I'm coming from lol. I heard it, while listening to the radio station on my tv๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰

@r.m.congrats7690

Mase raps whole first verse is about landing and leaving an airport his pen game and structure of his bars is impeccable

@jmendoza2003

This song brings me back memories in the summer of 1999.

@ljohnson7812

Exactly!

@user-yw9cl9gg8w

Mase made me fall in love with rap music, he is my best rapper of all time

@anthonybyrne5661

So good! The memories... Who's listening to this song in 2020?

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