Having spent the best part of a decade bringing some manners back to popular culture, this dopest of fellows endeavours to entertain and amuse, with his ingenious stylings.
Aiming to dazzle with dignity, Mr.B takes to the stage with his banjolele and stiff upper lip to perform ditties of pipe-smoking, high society, cricket and sexual misadventure, as well as some more well-known pieces from the world of hip-hop, re-worked in chap-hop fashion.
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Grammar Song
Mr.B The Gentleman Rhymer Lyrics
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Open your textbooks to page 34
Titled, the fifth element of Chap Hop
We are going to study part one
Use of the English language and in particular Grammar
Watch your I′s and your E's and your apostrophes
You will always please if you keep an ear on these
I use the English language as a means to aid me
I'm setting up my stall as the market trader say
I'm not a market trader and I dont work in the day
I′m here to win the battle hope I′m not a little late
I'm not here to tittle-tattle I′m just here to tittle-late
If I whip you with wit dont come at me with a hammer
If we're choosing weapons I choose grammar
I′ll take you out at scores of my shows
You'll be a mice in the paws of my prose
But when all would suppose north would we go
Oh take it down south for an awkward repose
Dont rest upon your laurels stammer in the grammar war
Next test is oral strictly for the hardcore
Now look here I′m not suggesting that I always get it right
I do the best I can and I'm always polite
Grammar like manners takes effort and such
Dont be effing and jeffing so much
A touch of class can be obtained with the simplest application
Pay attention to some rules
And you'll gain qualification to club Mecredy
With my chums and I filling our tums with pie
While putting the world to rights
Girls in tights can hurl their spite in burlesque fights
But the words must be right and proper
Dont flopper till whoppers do the oppa doppa coppas
Just drop pops and you′ll be a lovely prop dropper
Am I digressing again
I think I am a tad
Grammar grammar, its terribly important
It makes one feel superior even when one oughtn′t
Grammar like manners an achievable goal
To improve your chances on the whole
Grammar grammar, its terribly important
It makes one feel superior even when one oughtn't
Grammar like manners an achievable goal
To improve your chances on the whole
I bet there′s a comma missing there somewhere
In Mr.B The Gentleman Rhymer's song "Grammar Song," he humorously addresses the importance of using proper grammar in the English language. He starts by emphasizing the significance of paying attention to details like using correct pronouns (I's and E's) and apostrophes. Mr.B acknowledges his own identity as a performer in the genre of Chap Hop, which combines hip-hop with a uniquely British mannerism.
The lyrics also touch on his skill as a wordsmith, likening his use of language to a weapon in a battle. He playfully challenges others to face him, but asserts that he will defeat them with his mastery of grammar and wit, rather than physical force. Mr.B further showcases his lyrical prowess by effortlessly utilizing puns and wordplay throughout the song.
He reminds the listener that while he strives to use grammar correctly, he acknowledges that he may occasionally make mistakes. However, he encourages everyone to make an effort to improve their grammar and language skills, comparing it to the refinement of manners. Ultimately, he suggests that using proper grammar can make one feel superior, even when it may not be necessary.
Overall, this song serves as a lighthearted and entertaining reminder of the importance of grammar in effective communication.
Line by Line Meaning
Right then, class pay attention
Listen up, students, focus on what I'm about to say
Open your textbooks to page 34
Turn to page 34 in your textbooks
Titled, the fifth element of Chap Hop
Named the fifth element of the Chap Hop genre
We are going to study part one
We're going to learn about the first part
Use of the English language and in particular Grammar
Specifically, we'll focus on the use of English language and Grammar
Watch your I′s and your E's and your apostrophes
Be careful with your capital I's, E's, and apostrophes
You will always please if you keep an ear on these
If you pay attention to these, you'll always do well
I′m neither frighteningly striking, nor a lovely lady
I'm not extremely impressive or a beautiful woman
I use the English language as a means to aid me
I utilize the English language to help me
I'm setting up my stall as the market trader say
I'm establishing myself, as market traders would say
I'm not a market trader and I dont work in the day
I'm not actually a market trader and I don't work during the day
I′m here to win the battle hope I′m not a little late
I'm here to win the competition, hopefully not arriving too late
I'm not here to tittle-tattle I′m just here to tittle-late
I'm not here to gossip, I'm just fashionably late
If I whip you with wit dont come at me with a hammer
If I outsmart you, don't physically retaliate
If we're choosing weapons I choose grammar
If we're deciding on weapons, I choose the power of grammar
I′ll take you out at scores of my shows
I'll triumph over you at many of my performances
You'll be a mice in the paws of my prose
You'll be helpless against my skillful writing
But when all would suppose north would we go
When everyone expects us to go north, let's head south instead
Oh take it down south for an awkward repose
Let's go south for an uncomfortable resting period
Dont rest upon your laurels stammer in the grammar war
Don't rely on past achievements, struggle in the battle of grammar
Next test is oral strictly for the hardcore
The upcoming test will be oral, only for the most dedicated
Now look here I′m not suggesting that I always get it right
Let me clarify, I don't claim to always be correct
I do the best I can and I'm always polite
I give my best effort and maintain politeness
Grammar like manners takes effort and such
Just like manners, grammar requires effort and practice
Dont be effing and jeffing so much
Don't use excessive swear words
A touch of class can be obtained with the simplest application
You can achieve elegance with simple actions
Pay attention to some rules
Take note of certain rules
And you'll gain qualification to club Mecredy
You'll become eligible for entry to Mecredy club
With my chums and I filling our tums with pie
Me and my friends will enjoy pies and satisfy our hunger
While putting the world to rights
As we discuss and solve the world's problems
Girls in tights can hurl their spite in burlesque fights
Women in tights can throw their anger in burlesque conflicts
But the words must be right and proper
However, the words they use must be correct and appropriate
Dont flopper till whoppers do the oppa doppa coppas
Don't make false claims until you have solid evidence
Just drop pops and you′ll be a lovely prop dropper
Simply let go of exaggerated statements and you'll be seen as impressive
Am I digressing again
Sorry, did I go off topic again?
I think I am a tad
Yes, I believe I am
Grammar grammar, its terribly important
Grammar, oh grammar, it's incredibly significant
It makes one feel superior even when one oughtn′t
It gives a sense of superiority, even when it's undeserved
Grammar like manners an achievable goal
Just like manners, grammar is something we can strive for
To improve your chances on the whole
To enhance your overall prospects
I bet there′s a comma missing there somewhere
I'm willing to bet a comma is missing in that sentence
Contributed by Layla K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.