Can't Nobody Hold Me Down
Mase feat. Puff Daddy Lyrics

Now with Sean on the hot track, melt like it's hot wax
Mase and Puff Daddy are collaborating on a hot track that is so good it could melt like hot wax.

Put it out, all the stores, bet you could shop that (that's right)
The song is so popular that it will be available in all the stores, and people will be able to buy it everywhere.

Leave a nigga with a hot hat, fronting like Bad Boy ain't got tracks (nigga stop that)
Anyone who denies the talent and power of Bad Boy Records will be left with a burning sensation of embarrassment, like wearing a hot hat.

There's no guy slicker than this young fly nigga
Mase is a smooth and charismatic young man who is confident in his abilities.

Nickel-nine nigga, floss you die quicker (uh-huh)
Carrying around a nickel-plated gun and flaunting wealth is a death sentence, and Mase is aware of that fact.

This fed time outta town pie flipper
Mase used to sell drugs and was involved in illegal activities before finding success in the music industry.

Turn Cristal into a Crooked I sipper
Mase enjoys drinking expensive champagne and liquor, and has upgraded from drinking Cristal to the more high-end Crooked I.

Everybody want to be fast, see the cash
People are motivated by the desire for money and success, and will do whatever it takes to achieve it.

Fuck around they weak staff, get a heat rash
Those who mess with Bad Boy Records or its affiliates will suffer the consequences, like getting a heat rash from engaging in a futile activity.

Anything in Bad Boy way we smash (we smash)
Bad Boy Records will overcome any obstacles in their way and emerge victorious.

Hundred G stash, push a bulletproof E-Class (hehe)
Mase has a stash of $100,000 and also owns a bulletproof Mercedes-Benz E-Class car.

I'm through with bein a player and a baller
Mase has retired from his player and baller lifestyle and is looking for a committed relationship.

Just want me one bad bitch so I can spoil her
Mase desires one beautiful and desirable woman, and will go to great lengths to make her happy and provide for her.

Mase want to be the one you respect, even when you're vexed
Mase desires to earn respect from his fans even when they are frustrated or upset with him.

Rock Versace silks over spilled brunette
Mase enjoys wearing high-end clothing like Versace, and has spilled champagne over a brunette woman.

Got green never seen so you suck my jewels
Mase is wealthy and successful, and people are envious of his success and want to take advantage of him.

Clutch my uz', anything I touch I bruise
Mase is prepared to defend himself with his gun, and anything he deals with will suffer under his power and influence.

Puff make his own laws, nigga fuck your rules (that's right)
Puff Daddy is a powerful and influential figure in the music industry, and does not abide by conventional rules or limitations.

Goodfellas, you know you can't touch us dudes
Mase and Puff Daddy are like the gangsters in the movie 'Goodfellas', and are untouchable and immune to harm.

Don't push us, cause we're close to the, edge
Mase and Puff Daddy are on the edge of danger or collapse, and cannot be pushed any further.

We're tryin', not to lose our heads, a-hah hah hah hah
Despite the pressure, Mase and Puff Daddy are trying to remain calm and not lose control.

Broken glass everywhere
The environment is hostile and chaotic, evidenced by the broken glass everywhere.

If it ain't about the money, Puff, I just don't care (that's right)
Puff Daddy is motivated solely by financial gain, and has little interest in anything else.

I'm that Goodfella fly guy, sometimes wiseguys
Mase is a stylish and charming young man, and is sometimes compared to gangsters or wise guys.

Spend time in H-A-W-A-I-I
Mase enjoys vacationing in Hawaii and spending time in the beautiful tropical setting.

(Mase can you please stop smoking lah lah?)
Someone in the studio is asking Mase to stop smoking marijuana.

Puff why try? I'm a thug, I'ma die high
Puff Daddy should not bother trying to change Mase's behavior, as he is a thug and will always die high.

I be out in Jersey, puffin' Hershey
Mase likes to smoke marijuana in New Jersey, and refers to the weed as 'Hershey.'

Brothers ain't worthy to rock my derby
Mase has expensive taste and does not believe that anyone else is worthy of wearing his expensive derby hat.

Though I'm never drugged, I'm the venom in the club, G
Mase never uses drugs, but his presence and influence in the club scene is like venom or poison.

Though I know the thug be wantin' to slug me (uh-huh)
Mase is aware that some thugs or criminals might want to harm him or engage in violence with him.

Could it be I move as smoove as Bugsy? (yeah)
Mase moves in a smooth and sophisticated way, similar to the gangster Bugsy Siegel.

Or be at the bar with too much bubbly? (c'mon)
Mase might also be at a bar, drinking too much champagne or bubbly.

Yo I think it must be the girls want to lust me
Mase thinks that the reason he is so successful and popular with women is because they desire him.

Or is it simply the girls just love me
Alternatively, the girls might just genuinely love Mase and his music.

Brothers wanna, rock the Rolls, rock my clothes
Other men might want to drive Mase's Rolls Royce or wear his clothing.

Rock my ice, pull out glocks, stop my life (uh)
However, they might resort to violence and pull out guns in an attempt to take Mase's valuables or hurt him.

I'm like, "Damn, how these niggas got they trust?
Mase is curious how these men could betray him when he trusted them before.

Used to be my man, how you gonna plot on my wife?"
Mase is especially hurt that someone he considered a friend would try to pursue his significant other.

Do you think you snake me, cause they hate me?
Mase is questioning whether or not the person betrayed him out of malicious intent or because they were influenced by others who dislike Mase.

Or he got his Ph.D; Player Hater's Degree? (Ahaha!)
Alternatively, the person might be a professional 'player hater' and have a lot of experience in betraying others.

Can't nobody take my pride, can't nobody hold me down oh no
Despite setbacks and challenges, Mase is determined to maintain his pride and autonomy.

I got to keep on movin'
Mase knows that he must keep moving forward in his career and life, regardless of what obstacles come his way.

Quit that! (uh-huh) You a big cat? (yeah)
Mase is telling someone to quit what they're doing, and questioning whether they are a 'big cat' or significant in any way.

Where your chicks at? (where) Where your whips at? (where dey at?)
Mase wants to know where the person's female partners and cars are located.

Wherever you get stacks, I'ma fix that
Mase plans on taking the money that this person has earned or saved.

Everything that's big dreams, I did that (that's right)
Mase has achieved all of his big dreams, and wants to emphasize that he has done so successfully.

Don't knock me cause you're boring
Mase doesn't want people to criticize him just because they lack excitement or adventure in their own lives.

I'm record sales soaring straight touring
Mase's record sales are through the roof and he is actively touring and performing for his fans.

Simply a lot of men be wantin' to hear me
Men and women alike are drawn to Mase's music and enjoy listening to him.

'Cause their words just don't offend me (uh-uh, uh-uh)
Mase is not offended by criticism or negativity, as he is confident in his abilities and success.

We spend cheese, in the West Indies
Mase and Puff Daddy spend a lot of money, including in the Caribbean islands of the West Indies.

Then come home to plenty cream Bentleys (hehe)
After spending money frivolously, Mase and Puff Daddy return home to their expensive Bentley cars.

You name it, I could claim it
Mase is confident that he can acquire or achieve anything he sets his mind to.

Young, black, and famous, with money hangin' out the anus
Mase is young, black, and famous, and has so much money that it seems to be coming out of his anus.

And when you need a hit, who you go and get? (who?)
When someone needs a successful hit song, they call on Mase for his talent and expertise.

Bet against us? (Not a sure bet)
Mase and Puff Daddy are such a sure thing that betting against them is not a guarantee.

We make hits that'll rearrange your whole set (that's right)
Mase and Puff Daddy are so talented that their music is capable of revolutionizing the entire music industry.

And got a Benz that I ain't even drove yet
Mase is so wealthy that he owns a Mercedes-Benz car that he hasn't even driven yet.

We're tryin', not to, lose our heads, a-hah-hah-hah-hah
Mase and Puff Daddy are attempting to remain level-headed despite the immense pressure and expectations they face.

I get the feeling sometimes, that make me wonder
Mase occasionally has doubts or questions about his lifestyle and fame.

Why you want to take us under (Why you want to take us under)
Mase is confused why someone would want to bring him or his record label down, and questions their motives.