Cheka
Method Man & Redman Lyrics
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Steppin' out; the crowd throwin' bolos
Flicki-di-flame, owh!
When chrome forty-fours
Loadin' it up, packin' it back; ready to splash for real
Spit flows out the gail
God tried to bail
It's hectic
That's more dollars in them tongues
In them go-go chicks
Bitch, I'm drunk, pumpin' slugs out of cannon
Shot ya after-party down with Meth and Red in
Check it, Bricks and Shaolin, no joke!
And when I hit the pussy, call me Daddy Long Stroke
Or Ana, I'm hittin' pigeons out in Atlanta
Banana-split, hot to spit!
Oh shit!
Spickin' ya, rippin' ya four or ya funds
I wet ya like a one forty-one watergunz
Cocky like Rocky; got ya scared to death!
So hold on, ya bitches, 'cause here come Red-Meth!
Microphone-check, mirco-microphone checka!
Microphone-check, mirco-microphone checka!
Microphone-check, mirco-microphone checka!
Fuck with me and Meth, and we break ya fuckin' neck
Rememba these?
Microphone-check, mirco-microphone checka! Rememba these?
Microphone-check, mirco-microphone checka! Rememba these?
Microphone-check, mirco-microphone checka! Rememba these?
Microphone-check, mirco-microphone checka!
Okay, the 'hey hey' baby
Me and Doc about to blow
My Saturday night's so special
And they pointin' at yo' nose
Aiyyo, save the speculations and the rumours
Comin' sooner then you think
I knock a phat bitch outta bloomers
Givin' tumors, hardcore
Givin' it to 'em raw
Landshark, southpaw, so kids say I jap-a-jaw
One-two, no ending or beginning to my cipher
I'm winning; tell the news like Peter
Depending on any givin' day I'm representin'
The struggle; my great grand who lived through the linchin'
Oh yes, y'all, if you got the weed, who got the blunts?
Take a guess, y'all
Kool-Aid bustin' through the wall
Mr. Meth y'all
Hah-chu! Comment allez-vous
I used to hawk chickens; now I'm maxin' with Badu
I represent Wu
My uzi weighs a ton
I'm swingin' a track from Staten
'Cause that is where I'm from
Microphone-check, mirco-microphone checka!
Microphone-check, mirco-microphone checka!
Microphone-check, mirco-microphone checka!
Fuck with me and Meth, and we break ya fuckin' neck
Rememba these?
Microphone-check, mirco-microphone checka! Rememba these?
Microphone-check, mirco-microphone checka! Rememba these?
Microphone-check, mirco-microphone checka! Rememba these?
Microphone-check, mirco-microphone checka!
The lyrics to "Cheka" by Method Man and Redman are focused on their rap skills and the various ways they can dominate the microphone. The song begins with a call to attention, as the rappers step out to the crowd and prepare to unleash their fiery flows. They boast about their ability to load up their guns and spit flows without hesitation, while also referencing their reputation for starting fights and shutting down after-parties. The use of onomatopoeia in the opening line ("Bricki-di-roaw!") adds to the overall energy and intensity of the song.
As the song progresses, the rappers continue to showcase their lyrical prowess and street smarts. They name-drop various locations, including Shaolin and Atlanta, and make references to their sexual conquests ("When I hit the pussy, call me Daddy Long Stroke"). They also shout-out their roots and represent for Wu Tang Clan, as well as their love for Kool-Aid and marijuana.
Overall, "Cheka" is a high-energy, braggadocious track that highlights Method Man and Redman's skills as hip-hop artists. The lyrics are packed with clever wordplay and references, making it a popular track among fans of '90s rap.
Line by Line Meaning
Bricki-di-roaw!
An exclamation, possibly to hype oneself up
Steppin' out; the crowd throwin' bolos
Performing on stage with the crowd showing support through throwing objects
Flicki-di-flame, owh!
Another exclamation, possibly indicating a hype moment
When chrome forty-fours
Referring to guns
Loadin' it up, packin' it back; ready to splash for real
Preparing to use the guns and potentially harm people
Spit flows out the gail
Rapping or freestyling with ease and skill
God tried to bail
God tried to leave the situation or help but couldn't do much
It's hectic
The situation is chaotic and intense
4-5-6, gimme ya grips
Asking for money or valuables from someone
That's more dollars in them tongues
Acquiring more wealth
In them go-go chicks
Referring to women dancing on stage
Bitch, I'm drunk, pumpin' slugs out of cannon
Drunk and shooting from a gun
Shot ya after-party down with Meth and Red in
Attending a party and potentially causing damage with Method Man and Redman
Check it, Bricks and Shaolin, no joke!
A declaration that the area they're from is serious and shouldn't be messed with
And when I hit the pussy, call me Daddy Long Stroke
Referring to sexual prowess
Or Ana, I'm hittin' pigeons out in Atlanta
Potentially referring to shooting people in Atlanta
Banana-split, hot to spit!
Another hype moment with wordplay
Oh shit!
An expression of excitement or surprise
Spickin' ya, rippin' ya four or ya funds
Potentially causing harm and taking someone's money
I wet ya like a one forty-one watergunz
Potentially using a small gun to harm someone
Cocky like Rocky; got ya scared to death!
Feeling confident and instilling fear in others
So hold on, ya bitches, 'cause here come Red-Meth!
Announcing the arrival of Method Man and Redman
Microphone-check, mirco-microphone checka!
Checking the microphone before performing
Fuck with me and Meth, and we break ya fuckin' neck
A threat to anyone who crosses them
Rememba these?
Asking the audience to remember these words or moments
Okay, the 'hey hey' baby
Starting a new section or verse
Me and Doc about to blow
Referring to himself and another person named Doc planning on doing something big
My Saturday night's so special
Potentially referring to a great night
And they pointin' at yo' nose
People noticing or calling attention to something about you
Aiyyo, save the speculations and the rumours
Asking people to stop spreading rumors or making assumptions
Comin' sooner then you think
Something is going to happen soon
I knock a phat bitch outta bloomers
Potentially referring to punching someone
Givin' tumors, hardcore
Potentially causing harm to others and being tough
Givin' it to 'em raw
Being honest and real
Landshark, southpaw, so kids say I jap-a-jaw
Potentially referring to being aggressive and known for fighting
One-two, no ending or beginning to my cipher
Being unstoppable and having a continuous flow
I'm winning; tell the news like Peter
Being successful and reporting on it like news anchor Peter Jennings
Depending on any givin' day I'm representin'
Being a representative of something or someone on any given day
The struggle; my great grand who lived through the linchin'
Referencing personal history and struggle
Oh yes, y'all, if you got the weed, who got the blunts?
Asking if someone has a way to smoke weed
Take a guess, y'all
Asking for a response or a prediction
Kool-Aid bustin' through the wall
Potentially referring to something or someone breaking through an obstacle
Mr. Meth y'all
A self-proclaimed title
Hah-chu! Comment allez-vous
A sneeze followed by asking how someone is doing in French
I used to hawk chickens; now I'm maxin' with Badu
Referencing personal progress and success
I represent Wu
Identifying with Wu-Tang Clan
My uzi weighs a ton
Having a powerful weapon or force
I'm swingin' a track from Staten
Creating and performing a song from Staten Island
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: WILLIAM D HINES, ANDRE G WESTON, JAMES BROWN, CHRISTOPHER ALLEN CHARITY, DEREK FRANCISCO LYNCH, JOHN H STARKS, FRED WESLEY, LOWMAN PAULING
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