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.
Smooth Chick
Missy Elliott Lyrics
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Come here baby let blow your mind,
I'ma sliplit shine like turpentine,
I love niggas all different kinds,
I'ma show you all how to work your spine,
If you a playa then you sure ain't mine,
I'ma cut you off like circumcised,
I'ma real chick ain't to no surprise,
Then you must realize,
[Chorus: x2]
I'ma smooth chick,
I'ma cool chick,
I gots gats so don't make me use it,
I'm quick to lose it,
I'm 'bout to do it,
I'ma shake my ass down to the music.
Come on baby lets to the bump,
Keep drinking 'til you gets me drunk,
Don't front smoke or a pound of funk,
Something real quick like uuuh uuuh!
Got tens in the back of the jeep,
If you got a friend and he all on me,
Could he be a fan of me?,
Or could he see that I'm Missy?
[Chorus x2]
Eh baby!
Why you trippin for?
Cause I'm on top and you're down below,
You want me and you want my dough,
Cause if its my dough then you can't hit the door,
Eh yo boo I think you know,
That I got gats an the crack the floor,
Missy take shit no more,
So all that talk is no, no, no
[Chorus x4]
In Missy Elliott's song "Smooth Chick," she sets the tone for her party style and her expectations for the men who wish to join her. She describes herself as a "smooth chick" who loves different types of men but warns that if you're a player, she'll cut you off. Throughout the song, she asserts her confidence in herself and her abilities, claiming that she's a "real chick" who won't take any nonsense. She's quick to lose it and shake her ass down to the music, encouraging her listeners to join her in the party.
The chorus is repeated four times, reinforcing the idea that she's a "smooth chick," a "cool chick," and that she has guns, metaphorical or not, so don't test her. The song seems to be a celebration of her power and confidence as a woman, encouraging others to follow her lead and enjoy the night.
Line by Line Meaning
Party time!
Let's have fun!
Come here baby let blow your mind,
Hey, come here and let me impress you!
I'ma sliplit shine like turpentine,
I'm going to shine and sparkle like turpentine!
I love niggas all different kinds,
I love men of all different backgrounds!
I'ma show you all how to work your spine,
I'm going to teach you how to move your body!
If you a playa then you sure ain't mine,
If you're a player, I'm not interested in you!
I'ma cut you off like circumcised,
I'll cut you off completely!
I'ma real chick ain't to no surprise,
I'm a real woman, not some fake!
That if you battle me,
If you challenge me,
Then you must realize,
You better know,
[Chorus: x2]
I'ma smooth chick,
I'ma cool chick,
I gots gats so don't make me use it,
I'm quick to lose it,
I'm 'bout to do it,
I'ma shake my ass down to the music.
I'm a smooth, cool woman with a gun, so don't mess with me. I can lose my temper quickly, but I'm about to dance!
Come on baby lets to the bump,
Let's dance together!
Keep drinking 'til you gets me drunk,
Drink with me until I'm tipsy!
Don't front smoke or a pound of funk,
Don't pretend you're something you're not!
Something real quick like uuuh uuuh!
Do something fast and cool, like this!
Got tens in the back of the jeep,
I have some drugs in the back of my Jeep!
If you got a friend and he all on me,
If you have a friend who's showing interest in me,
Could he be a fan of me?,
Maybe he's a fan of mine?
Or could he see that I'm Missy?
Or maybe he realizes that I'm Missy Elliott?
[Chorus x2]
I'm a smooth, cool woman with a gun, so don't mess with me. I can lose my temper quickly, but I'm about to dance!
Eh baby!
Hey baby!
Why you trippin for?
Why are you getting mad?
Cause I'm on top and you're down below,
Because I'm in charge and you're not!
You want me and you want my dough,
You want to be with me and you want my money!
Cause if its my dough then you can't hit the door,
Because if it's my money, you can't leave me!
Eh yo boo I think you know,
Hey, honey, you already know
That I got gats an the crack the floor,
That I have guns and drugs everywhere!
Missy take shit no more,
I won't take any more nonsense!
So all that talk is no, no, no
So all that talk is pointless and won't get you anywhere.
[Chorus x4]
I'm a smooth, cool woman with a gun, so don't mess with me. I can lose my temper quickly, but I'm about to dance!
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TIMOTHY MOSLEY, MISSY ELLIOTT
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Quantum Solace Tarot
We all needed more Missy in our lives. You can't deny it.
Abraham Palmer
Facts
Joe
I can't believe how many people in the comment section don't know how old and legendary this song is, this is the 90s folks. 1999 to be exact 🤦🏾♂️
Jay Wad
Yessss
Andrea Toraño
The Lady is timelesssss
Relly Pendergrass
I love Missy to the heart. She makes me so proud of the hometown VA Beach, this album so next level… 23 years later still next level ⚡️
Loxella 3Lite
This is a classic for all smooth chicks💣🙌💃💫
Isiah Cline
This is the Missy I love. Go in gurl.
Shari’s Journey
This album is soooo mf Fire 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Jay Wad
So right about THAT!!!!