Elliott is one of the first female hip hop superstars, known for a long series of hits including "The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)", "Hit 'Em Wit Da Hee", "Get Ur Freak On", "One Minute Man", "Work It", and "Lose Control". In addition she has received recognition as one of the most successful songwriters of the modern music era, having crafted a number of hit records for artists such as Aaliyah, 702, Total, Ciara, Nicole Wray and Tweet, often with production-partner and childhood friend Timbaland. She was the third female rapper to ever go Platinum, behind Lil' Kim and Da Brat.
Born in Portsmouth, Virginia, she began her career in the all-girl R&B group, Sista in 1993. Eventually, the band folded and Elliott began her career as a solo rapper. Since the early 1990's, Elliott has won six Grammys, recently scoring one for her video of "Lose Control."
Other releases are 'Teary Eyed' and 'We Run This', and the last of these two songs will be the main single of the new greatest hits album titled 'Respect M.E.: Best Of' featuring 17 tracks from her six albums.
Party Time
Missy Elliott Lyrics
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[Chorus]
Tonight it's party time
It's party time tonight (Wat time is it)
Tonight it's party time
It's party time tonight (Holla Holla)
Tonight It's party time
Tonight it's party time
It's party time tonight
Check this out!
A lot of hip hopers y'all just small talkers
Y'all could risk gettin cut off like nick-a-bokers
Albums flop, y'all better off playin soccer
Misdeameanor, my deaeanor me the club rocka
I flo froppa, keep my goodies in a locka
Not a artist ya ca but I'm a shotta-vodka
Private stocker number 1 game talka
When I start it up there will be not one stoppa.
F*** around and get you're dome crack like a craka
Matta fact break your bones like a chiropractor
Neva slack up, rack up and leave ya fractured
On a curve, where ya work leave ya fractured
Haters all in my face, can you please back up
Haters smilin in my face, you need 2 be an acta
Be jacked, call 4 bak up, 'cause I smick smick smack ya
Now tell me who's bad
Tonight it's party time
It's party time tonight (Holla Holla )
Tonight it's party time
It's party time tonight (Yes Sir)
Tonight It's party time
It's party time tonight (Cumadee)
Tonight it's party time
It's party time tonight
Most indiviuals swear they invisible
Guys think I'm more important then the supa bowl
Romanis is a ritual now pay me my resisual
'Cause e'rday all day ya hear me on you're stereo
I'm innocent I fool 'em make the guys lose control
I'm in the studio droppin hits from my booty hole
Ya f-in moolio y'all don't wanna test me yo
'Cause when I'm done rappin, I make ya hair look like coolio
Now please cool it yo, Mideameanor real pro yo-
[Record Noise]-Frek It Frek it-
Real pro yo, wit a [Record Noise]-Frek it ill flo
I kick down doors and rock mini shows
I put a tag on you're toe and call you John Doe
Missy da name and M.E. is my initials
Forget about it like the world forgot about Sisqo
Take it 2 the club and bop, rock to the disco
Think ya outta know its about to get physical
[Chorus]
Tonight its party time
Its party time tonight (Say what)
Tonight its party time
Its party time tonight (What time is it)
Tonight its party time
Its party time tonigt (Cumadee)
Tonight its party time
Its party time tonight (Holla)
[Jamaican Accent]
I don't care 'cause I do not fear
Put a boop right straight in ya ear
Best be wear when you come around here
Don't ya dare come unprepared
Misdeameanor watch them suckas sleep sleep
Got da keys 2 da jeep jeep jeep
Misdeameanor put it pon yanique
Ride da beep pon da 1,2,3
BLOCK!
[Chorus]
Tonight its party time
Its party time tonight
Tonight its party time
Its party time tonight
Tonight its party time
Its party time tonigt
Tonight its party time
Its party time tonight
Missy Elliott's song Partytime is a vibrant and upbeat party anthem that celebrates the fun and energetic vibe of clubbing. The chorus repeats the phrase "Tonight it's party time, it's party time tonight" with different variations, encouraging listeners to let loose and have a good time. The lyrics are delivered in Missy Elliott's signature style, blending hip hop, R&B, and electronic music elements.
Throughout the song, Missy Elliott showcases her mastery of wordplay and rhyme, with clever lines such as "flop-a-floppa, keep my goodies in a locka" and "I'm innocent, I fool 'em, make the guys lose control". She also flexes her bold personality, dismissing haters and doubters with lines like "Haters all in my face, can you please back up" and "Now tell me who's bad". The song ends with a playful Jamaican accent section, adding to the fun and carefree nature of the track.
Overall, Partytime is a fun and energetic song that invites listeners to dance and let loose. It showcases Missy Elliott's unique style and personality, as well as her skillful wordplay and rhyme.
Line by Line Meaning
Tonight it's party time
We're going to party tonight
It's party time tonight
We're going to party tonight
What time is it
Asking what time it is
Holla Holla
Expressing enthusiasm for the party
John D
Unknown reference, possibly a person or a location
A lot of hip hopers y'all just small talkers
Many rappers just talk a big game without producing results
Y'all could risk gettin cut off like nick-a-bokers
You could lose your fame and relevance like a brand of potato chips that is discontinued
Albums flop, y'all better off playin soccer
If your albums don't sell well, you might be more successful playing soccer instead
Misdeameanor, my deaeanor me the club rocka
Missy Elliott is the party starter and performs well at clubs
I flo froppa, keep my goodies in a locka
Missy is unpredictable and keeps her valuables safe
Not a artist ya ca but I'm a shotta-vodka
Missy isn't just an artist, she also drinks vodka and parties
Private stocker number 1 game talka
Missy is the best and talks a big game
When I start it up there will be not one stoppa
When Missy starts the party, it won't stop until she decides to end it
F*** around and get you're dome crack like a craka
Don't mess around or you could get hurt
Matta fact break your bones like a chiropractor
Missy is capable of causing physical harm
Neva slack up, rack up and leave ya fractured
Missy never lets up and can leave you injured
On a curve, where ya work leave ya fractured
Missy can even hurt you at your workplace
Haters all in my face, can you please back up
People who don't like Missy are bothering her
Haters smilin in my face, you need 2 be an acta
People who pretend to be friends but secretly don't like Missy are being fake
Be jacked, call 4 bak up, 'cause I smick smick smack ya
Missy is threatening violence if needed
Now tell me who's bad
Asking who is tough and can handle her
Most indiviuals swear they invisible
Most people think they're invisible or invulnerable
Guys think I'm more important then the supa bowl
Missy thinks she's more important than the Super Bowl
Romanis is a ritual now pay me my resisual
Missy wants to be paid for her contributions
'Cause e'rday all day ya hear me on you're stereo
Missy is popular and played on the radio all the time
I'm innocent I fool 'em make the guys lose control
Missy uses her charm to make guys act crazy
I'm in the studio droppin hits from my booty hole
Missy is creative and produces hits in unexpected ways
Ya f-in moolio y'all don't wanna test me yo
Missy is warning people not to mess with her
'Cause when I'm done rappin, I make ya hair look like coolio
Missy can make people look ridiculous when she's finished with them
Now please cool it yo
Asking people to calm down and not cause trouble
Mideameanor real pro yo-[Record Noise]-Frek It Frek it- Real pro yo, wit a [Record Noise]-Freak it ill flo
Missy is a professional and has a unique sound
I kick down doors and rock mini shows
Missy is ambitious and can perform anywhere
I put a tag on you're toe and call you John Doe
Missy can harm people and leave them unidentified
Missy da name and M.E. is my initials
Introducing herself by her name and initials
Forget about it like the world forgot about Sisqo
Sisqo is irrelevant and Missy doesn't want people to forget about her
Take it 2 the club and bop, rock to the disco
Missy wants people to dance and have fun at the club
Think ya outta know its about to get physical
Warning people that things are about to get intense and physical
I don't care 'cause I do not fear
Missy isn't afraid of anything
Put a boop right straight in ya ear
Missy can hurt people and cause pain
Best be wear when you come around here
People should be cautious when they're near Missy
Don't ya dare come unprepared
People should be ready for anything when they're around Missy
Misdeameanor watch them suckas sleep sleep
Missy is successful and makes other people look foolish by comparison
Got da keys 2 da jeep jeep jeep
Missy has a car and can go anywhere she wants
Misdeameanor put it pon yanique
Missy is proud of her belongings and skills
Ride da beep pon da 1,2,3
Missy is counting beats and wants people to join in
BLOCK!
Unknown significance, possibly a reference to a location
Its party time tonight
We're going to party tonight
Lyrics © Roba Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, OLE MM, OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: STEPHEN J BLADD, JOHN W. JR. GEILS, SETH JUSTMAN, DANIEL B KLEIN, RICHARD D SALWITZ, PETER WOLF, TIMOTHY MOSLEY, MISSY ELLIOTT, JAMES J. CALLOWAY, LEROY ONEIL JACKSON
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