AYO
Method Man & Redman Lyrics
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I be like "yiggy yes y'all", Doctor on call
I'll rock 'til my name in graffiti on the wall
Got flow like the rappers in Great George
Got weed? (I got blunt) My name Jamal
I pause, flick the ash from my L
I (pause) like Run and Jason Mizell
The emcee is me, host for the night
I choke a bitch out if my gwap ain't correct
Then with my giant hancock, I'll get the cheque
I love trucks but drop-tops is the best
From the Beemers, Benz, now Rolex, watch me
Haha, she like "Red so cool"
Any nigga after me, it's a deja vu
Doc stay in the paint like A.I. shoes
Just watch how a one tonner made a move, dig it!
Hop in my truck and roll up the window
A-yo, you know what you in for
Once we turn the corner, light up the endo
A-yo, a-yo, a-yo
Yes she with me getting low like a limbo
Roll with Gs and we'll show you how to get dough
Third degree, let it burn with my kinfolk
A-yo, a-yo, a-yo
Who these corner store rappers slinging cracks in my hall?
Mama's in the kitchen cooking cat, rat and dog
Me, I want a little something, y'all could have it all
I tryna walk before I crawl and move this package in my draws
That's why I push the pedal to the muhfuckin' floor
With ten per cent method, only plug something poor
And still I keep it funky like four plus one more
Get this money like "In God We Trust", trust your boy
It's a given, living this life it was written
Especially for me, I'm what the recipe is missing
Blow my piff in the air, key the ignition
Then get to lane switching, plucking ashes off the clip and
Mammy wanna ride and play the Bonnie to my Clyde
If anybody try to (Kill Bill), it'll probably be the bride
Like all jokes aside, I'm serious with mine
And now I'm on this grind like Method Man in his prime
Hop in my truck and roll up the window
A-yo, you know what you in for
Once we turn the corner, light up the endo
A-yo, a-yo, a-yo
Yes she with me getting low like a limbo
Roll with Gs and we'll show you how to get dough
Third degree, let it burn with my kinfolk
A-yo, a-yo, a-yo
Yo, I got my swagger on and I feel great
Funk Doc be in the hood like Enfamil cases
I network on MySpace real late
Hoping my album make me another Bill Gates
Around my crib, look how I live
I'm a slob but crip niggas say I get biz
Anywhere I did a show women saying that I'm
"So aah-ma-zing"
Yeah, another mic, another night and the day's end
Another heist, another kite in the state pen
My state business shit, y'all dudes just break wind
New York nigga, either you're made mice or made men
I do the dirt that keep my hand on the work
I got the other hand up Mona Lisa's skirt
My aim one since day one stop
How many shots will it take to make son drop?
Hop in my truck and roll up the window
A-yo, you know what you in for
Once we turn the corner, light up the endo
A-yo, a-yo, a-yo
Yes she with me getting low like a limbo
Roll with Gs and we'll show you how to get dough
Third degree, let it burn with my kinfolk
A-yo, a-yo, a-yo
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
The lyrics of "A Yo" by Method Man, Redman, and Saukrates are about their skills in rapping, their love for weed and hip-hop, and their experiences growing up in their neighborhood. The song begins with Method Man asserting his confidence in his skills, stating that he'll "rock 'til [his] name is in graffiti on the wall." He then proceeds to compare himself to other rappers and hip-hop greats like Run and Jason Mizell with his smooth flow. Redman adds his own flair to the song with his intense verses filled with wordplay and vivid imagery. Saukrates' chorus adds a catchy and infectious hook that ties everything together.
The song's message is all about the love for hip-hop and the experiences growing up in their neighborhood. It highlights their street smarts, struggles, and determination to succeed despite the odds. The song also showcases the trio's undeniable chemistry and their ability to work seamlessly with each other.
Overall, "A Yo" is a classic hip-hop track that showcases the skills and talents of three legendary rappers who continue to exert an enormous influence on the genre.
Line by Line Meaning
Check it out, yo
Listen up, pay attention
I be like "yiggy yes y'all", Doctor on call
I use catchy phrases and I am always available for a good time, like a doctor on call
I'll rock 'til my name in graffiti on the wall
I will keep performing and making my mark in the hip hop culture
Got flow like the rappers in Great George
My rapping skills are comparable to the best rappers in the game
Got weed? (I got blunt) My name Jamal
I have marijuana and my name is Jamal
I pause, flick the ash from my L
I take a break, remove the ash from my blunt
I (pause) like Run and Jason Mizell
I take a moment to appreciate the legendary rappers Run-DMC and Jam Master Jay
The emcee is me, host for the night
I am the rapper and the host of the event
Papa Doc, only thing I don't choke on the mic
I go by the name Papa Doc and I never mess up my lines when I'm rapping
I choke a bitch out if my gwap ain't correct
I get aggressive with anyone who tries to cheat me out of my money
Then with my giant hancock, I'll get the cheque
I will use my signature style and charisma to secure the payment
I love trucks but drop-tops is the best
I have a preference for convertible cars
From the Beemers, Benz, now Rolex, watch me
From luxury cars, now I am moving on to luxury watches
Haha, she like "Red so cool"
A female is admiring my coolness
Any nigga after me, it's a deja vu
Any rapper who comes after me will feel like they are experiencing something they have already experienced
Doc stay in the paint like A.I. shoes
I stay in the game, just like Allen Iverson shoes stay on the basketball court
Just watch how a one tonner made a move, dig it!
Watch how I, a heavyweight in the game, make a move and impress everyone
Hop in my truck and roll up the window
Get in my car and close the window
A-yo, you know what you in for
You know what you signed up for
Once we turn the corner, light up the endo
Once we turn the corner, let's smoke marijuana
Yes she with me getting low like a limbo
The woman with me is dancing low, like in the game of Limbo
Roll with Gs and we'll show you how to get dough
Hang out with us, and we'll teach you how to make money
Third degree, let it burn with my kinfolk
We're so close like family, let's enjoy this third degree marijuana
Who these corner store rappers slinging cracks in my hall?
Who are these amateur rappers selling drugs in my neighborhood?
Mama's in the kitchen cooking cat, rat and dog
My mother is cooking whatever meat she can find, even if it is unconventional
Me, I want a little something, y'all could have it all
I am out for success, while others can have the little things
I tryna walk before I crawl and move this package in my draws
I want to achieve my goals without making rookie mistakes, and I am willing to hide my illegal activities in my underwear
That's why I push the pedal to the muhfuckin' floor
I am working hard to achieve my goals
With ten per cent method, only plug something poor
I only sell drugs to those who are less financially well off
And still I keep it funky like four plus one more
I keep it fresh and fly, and never lose my edge
Get this money like "In God We Trust", trust your boy
I make money and you should trust me like you trust in God
It's a given, living this life it was written
It was predetermined that I would live this life
Especially for me, I'm what the recipe is missing
I am unique, and a key ingredient to success
Blow my piff in the air, key the ignition
I smoke marijuana and then start driving
Then get to lane switching, plucking ashes off the clip and
I change lanes while smoking my blunt and removing the ash
Mammy wanna ride and play the Bonnie to my Clyde
A woman wants to be my partner in crime, just like Bonnie was to Clyde
If anybody try to (Kill Bill), it'll probably be the bride
If anyone tries to mess with us, she will be the one to take them down, like in the movie Kill Bill
Like all jokes aside, I'm serious with mine
I am serious and focused about my goals
And now I'm on this grind like Method Man in his prime
I am determined and working hard, like Method Man did in his prime
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Repetitive hook to end the song
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Thomas Randolph Bell, Jack Robinson, Clifford Smith, Leroy M. Bell, Casey James, Reggie Noble, Peter O. Phillips, Karl Amani Wailoo
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@merapelosello1096
song underrated, we still here in 2023 brother!!
@jeanemlicar
F-That!!! We are still here in 2024 and Beyond!!!
@seanprice7645
looked like all 3 of them had mad fun filming this one. real positive vibes.
@darnellworthem4573
Method man and redman the best rap duo of all the time
@SamHotHam24
Talib and Mos Def are on the same level
@anni.kalaschnikova1100
💯
@patgordon6876
Epmd?
@mikeponya5286
MOBB DEEP THE BEST OF THE BEST .SORRY
@jennifercawood6172
Without a doubt...absolute BEST of all time!!!!
@KenyanOtaku
Verzuz proudly brought me back here 🔥🙌