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Mos Def Lyrics

Some cats really like to, you know
There are some people who enjoy showing off and acting superior.

Profile and front
They will behave in an arrogant and snobbish way, just to make themselves look better.

And then the jooks go down, all at once they like
But when the situation becomes risky, they lose their confidence.

Don't get me (please)
Please don't blame me.

Don't get me (oh)
Oh, don't try to argue with me.

Don't g-g-g-g-g-get me (oh no, no, no)
Don't misunderstand me.

Don't get me (no)
No, I don't want to hear you out.

Don't g-g-g-g-g-get me (uh, huh, huh, huh, huh)
Uh, huh, don't act confused.

You're out on the block, hustling at the spot
When you're out on the streets, trying to make money.

Got, this is how you get got
This is how people become a victim of crimes.

At the gamblin' spot and your hand is mad hot
At a place where you're gambling with lots of money.

Out in Brooklyn late night flashing all of your rocks
When you're out in the streets late at night, showing off your jewelry.

Some girl from Pink House said, "I like you a lot"
When someone from your surroundings shows interest in you.

This one goes to all them Big Will cats
This song is dedicated to all those people who show off and are materialistic.

With ice on they limbs and big rims on they Ac'
People who are dressed like fancy and have expensive vehicles.

You rollin' 'round town with your system bump
Moving around the city with loud music playing in your car sound system.

And your windows cracked low to profile and front
Having car windows slightly open only to show off expensive accessories.

Now I like to have nice things just like you
I like owning nice things too, just like everybody else.

But I'm from Brooklyn, certain shit you just don't do
But being from Brooklyn, I know that there are some things that you need to avoid.

Like, high postin' when you far from home
Such as behaving arrogantly when you are away from your place of origin.

Or like, high postin' when you all alone (right)
Or acting superior when nobody is around to support you.

Now, this would seem to be clear common sense
These principles should be common sense to everyone.

But, cats be livin' off sheer confidence
But people often take risks because of their overconfidence.

Like, "Fuck that, picture them tellin' me run that"
For example, they might say, "I will not give in if someone tries to challenge or rob me."

But acting invincible, just ain't sensible
But trying to act invincible and overconfident is not sensible.

It's nineteen ninety-now, and there's certain individuals
It might have worked in the past, but it's not suitable in the current times.

Swear they rollin' hard and get robbed on principle
People who say they are rich and powerful often become victims of robbery.

5 star general, flashin' on your revenue
People with a lavish lifestyle and flaunt their wealth.

Be takin' a ride on the Downstate medical, Like (woo)
These people don't consider the grave risks they are exposing themselves to.

Colorful sparks, yellow and blue
Indicates the imminent danger, and some kind of flame or explosion.

A full on attack and it's happening to you
A sudden and intense attack could befall you.

Wit' nothing you can do but bust back and cop a plea
You would only be able to resist or surrender to the attackers.

But five of them and one of you, that equals got to me
If you are alone and attacked by multiple people, you are likely to lose.

Come on y'all now, let's be real
Let's face the reality and be honest.

Some jokers got a rough time keepin' it concealed
Some people struggle to control their impulses and emotions.

I wonder what it mean, it's probably self-esteem
It could be because of their low self-esteem and the need to prove themselves.

They fiendin' to be seen, get hemmed like Gabardines
They are only craving for attention and can easily be victimized.

Cats think it can't happen 'til the gats start clappin
People often assume that bad things won't happen until they become victims of violent crimes.

They comin' down the wire spittin fire like a dragon
If someone attacks, they would be full of rage and anger.

'Cause while the goods glisten, certain eyes take position
While you flaunt your wealth, some people are observing and planning.

To observe your trickin', then catch that ass slippin'
They would wait for you to slip up or show vulnerability and then strike.

Like, come on now akh', what you expect?
You should know that people will pounce on you if you are not careful.

Got a month's paycheck danglin' off your neck
Your expensive jewelry is easily visible and makes you vulnerable.

And while you Cristal sippin', they rubbin' up they mittens
While you're enjoying champagne, the attackers are getting their hands ready to strike.

With heat in mint condition to start the getti-gettin'
They have guns in perfect working order, ready to rob you.

They clique starts creepin' like Sandinista guerrillas
The attackers would come in luring you into thinking that they are harmless.

You screamin' playa haters, these niggas is playa killers
You might try to defend your actions, but some people would rob you without mercy.

Mr. Fashion, that style never last long
Fashion trends change quickly.

The harder you flash, the harder you get flashed on
The more you flaunt your materialistic things, the greater risk of getting robbed.

There's hunger in the street that is hard to defeat
There is poverty and desperation in the streets.

Many steal for sport, but more steal to eat
Some people steal for fun, but others do it out of necessity.

Cat's heavy at the weigh-in, and he's playin' for keeps
Some people seem to have a lot of money and are out for big stakes.

Don't sleep, they'll roll up in your passenger's seat
Be aware of your surroundings; you could be attacked even while sitting in your car.

There is universal law, whether rich or poor
Everyone, regardless of their status, is subject to the consequences of their actions.

Some say life's a game, to more life is war
Some people view life as a simple task, but others see it as a struggle.

So put them egos to the side and get off them head trips
Put aside your pride and vanity, and don't be too confident.

'Fore some cats pull out them heaters and make you headless
Otherwise, someone might pull out a gun and kill you for being overconfident.

Don't g-g-g-g-g-get me (we supposed to be brothers)
Don't misunderstand me; we are supposed to be on the same team.