Movin' on
Mya Ft. Raekwon & Noreaga Lyrics


Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴  Line by Line Meaning ↴

[mya]
Remix
Uh uh, uh uh
At the university, uh
Raekwon, noreaga, no-body
Movin' on

[r] yeah
[m] who da hell is sabrina?
[r] I don't know what you talkin bout
[m] yeah whatever
[r] go head man I don't even want to hear that right now
[m] well whose drawers are these?
[r] why you goin through my pockets anyway?
Why you dissin me man?
[m] I'm movin' on
[r] psst, yeah?
[m] yeah!
[r] shit get real in here
Shit get real in here
Shit get real in here
Mya get real again
Shit get real in here
I'm never gonna feel her again

[raekwon]
Yo, aiyyo
Yo select meat, gucci sneaker recipe light up the nestle
Bless me es-pecially, play where vettes be seen a
Green beemer, lightin cheeba
Side swipe adina dressed like a liter style off the meter
Play towards regulate laws with heavyweight broads
Don't jock niggaz who floss, money ain't yours
Jealous of yourself, watermelon tellin herself
Rather fuck around with a felon, more love smellin
Fendi bag high-willie in jag, gorilla mag
Blow you out the back, throw your broke ass in the gap
Analyze see it like that, felt you love be it like that
Still, I'm realer than the illest on wax
Rockin brims that hang low, frames sweeter than a mango
Flame actin like a lame though, how your game go
Fine, exercise mind play the train yo
Aiyyo you dead on the chain, now watch my name blow

[mya]
I'll be movin' on
So far from where you are
Should I let you know the code
Cause you wasn't what you seemed
And now I'm wishin on all the rainbows
That I see
That someday you'll regret what you
Done to me
And I never thought you would hurt me boy
But now I know
That's why you're gonna see me walk so fast
Through the door, uh-huh

I think it's time for us to break up, ba-by
We should of never ever been together
You tried to play me but baby I had enough
So I'll be, movin' up

[noreaga]
You are leaving, on the next plain
And movin' on cause things ain't just the same
How could you do that, when nore lace the smooth track
And I'm the one that gave stella her groove back
The two mack, you see my peoples playin the cut
We thugged out, you know the ones that, say what what
So don't you, need a thug girl, get with a thug pearl
Shorty say I keep em wet like waterworld
I'm kind of busy doin mtv
So call me later why'all I think I'm the see-p-t, or
Polly with mya, in d.c.
Doin calypso, it's all about me, so ask sisqo
And "don't let it go to your head," now
N.o.r.e., I'm still good in the bed now
And we can break up, move on and don't make up
The last kiss or none of that, like a running back
Got a little cheeba so what? I got tons of that
Noreaga, you know the underground thundercat

[mya]
Shit be real in here, shit be real in here
Uh-uh, shit be real in here, shit be real in here

Boy I'm movin' on
So far from where you are
Should I let you know the code
Cause you wasn't what you seemed
And now I'm wishin on all the rainbows
That I see
That someday you'll regret what you
Done to me
And I never thought you would hurt me boy
But now I know
That's why you're gonna see me walk so fast
Through the door, uh-huh

[noreaga]
I keep it live like a grid wire, you know I ain't a liar
N.o.r.e., raekwon and lady mya
Star collab' it, the wire just grab it
And if you see me with shorty, yo I'm stabbin it

[raekwon]
Yo nor' we used to bump like fly newlyweds, get drunk
Fuck and bump beds, rock dumps together, ice on her hand
Broadway junction the function, union square there
You follow me, for a year before you had hair
Actin like you got me on mack, you wack
I shoulda blowed it off, kept that ass flat
Mya blow the track

[mya]
I'll be movin' on
So far from where you are
Should I let you know the code
Cause you wasn't what you seemed





Boy I'm movin' on
So far from where you are...

Overall Meaning

The song "Movin' On" by Mya featuring Raekwon and Noreaga is about Mya moving on after discovering that her partner has betrayed her trust. Mya sings about wishing on rainbows that her ex would regret what he had done to her, but she is determined to move on and not look back. Raekwon's verse adds an element of bravado, with him boasting about his wealth and success, while Noreaga's verse is more introspective, acknowledging that things have changed and that it's time to move on. Overall, the song is a great blend of R&B and hip-hop, and it showcases Mya's incredible vocals and the rap skills of Raekwon and Noreaga.


One interesting fact about the song is that it was a commercial success, reaching number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and peaking at number two on the Rhythmic Top 40 chart. It was also a hit in other countries, including the United Kingdom, where it reached number six on the UK Singles Chart.


Another interesting fact is that the song features a sample from the Diana Ross song "The Interim", which was written by Marvin Gaye. The sample appears in the opening of the song and throughout the track.


The music video for the song was directed by Hype Williams, who is known for his visually stunning music videos. The video features Mya dancing in various locations, including a university, while Raekwon and Noreaga appear in separate scenes rapping their verses.


The song was remixed several times, with different versions featuring artists such as Silkk the Shocker, Snoop Dogg, and Wu-Tang Clan member Method Man.


It was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group in 1999, but it lost to "You Got Me" by The Roots featuring Erykah Badu and Eve.


The chords for the song are D, D6, G, Gmaj7, Em7, and A7.


Line by Line Meaning

[mya]
Mya is introducing the remix version of the song.


[r] yeah
Raekwon responds to Mya's statement.


[m] who da hell is sabrina?
Mya asks Raekwon about someone named Sabrina.


[r] I don't know what you talkin bout
Raekwon denies any knowledge of Sabrina.


[m] yeah whatever
Mya dismisses Raekwon's response.


[r] go head man I don't even want to hear that right now
Raekwon is not interested in discussing Sabrina.


[m] well whose drawers are these?
Mya questions Raekwon about some underwear she found.


[r] why you goin through my pockets anyway?
Raekwon wonders why Mya was searching through his pockets.


Why you dissin me man?
Mya feels offended by Raekwon's response.


[m] I'm movin' on
Mya declares that she is moving on.


[r] psst, yeah?
Raekwon reacts with surprise to Mya's statement.


[m] yeah!
Mya confirms her decision.


[r] shit get real in here
Raekwon acknowledges the intense situation.


Shit get real in here
The situation becomes serious.


Shit get real in here
The intensity of the situation increases.


Mya get real again
Mya becomes serious once more.


Shit get real in here
The situation remains intense.


I'm never gonna feel her again
Raekwon expresses his regret over losing someone.


[raekwon]
Raekwon begins his verse.


Yo, aiyyo
Raekwon starts with a call for attention.


Yo select meat, gucci sneaker recipe light up the nestle
Raekwon references luxury items and their impact.


Bless me es-pecially, play where vettes be seen a
Raekwon asks for blessings and highlights his presence.


Green beemer, lightin cheeba
Raekwon mentions a green BMW and smoking marijuana.


Side swipe adina dressed like a liter style off the meter
Raekwon describes someone named Adina with a unique fashion sense.


Play towards regulate laws with heavyweight broads
Raekwon suggests that he associates with influential women.


Don't jock niggaz who floss, money ain't yours
Raekwon advises against envying others' material possessions.


Jealous of yourself, watermelon tellin herself
Raekwon comments on the absurdity of being jealous of oneself.


Rather fuck around with a felon, more love smellin
Raekwon prefers spending time with a criminal rather than dealing with jealousy.


Fendi bag high-willie in jag, gorilla mag
Raekwon mentions luxury brands and a powerful firearm.


Blow you out the back, throw your broke ass in the gap
Raekwon talks about violently disposing of someone.


Analyze see it like that, felt you love be it like that
Raekwon reflects on past experiences and emotions.


Still, I'm realer than the illest on wax
Raekwon presents himself as authentic and genuine.


Rockin brims that hang low, frames sweeter than a mango
Raekwon boasts about his fashion taste.


Flame actin like a lame though, how your game go
Raekwon criticizes someone's behavior and questions their skills.


Fine, exercise mind play the train yo
Raekwon suggests intellectual development and playing mind games.


Aiyyo you dead on the chain, now watch my name blow
Raekwon challenges someone and predicts his own success.


[mya]
Mya returns with the chorus.


I'll be movin' on
Mya states that she will be moving on.


So far from where you are
Mya emphasizes the distance she wants to create.


Should I let you know the code
Mya questions whether she should reveal a secret.


Cause you wasn't what you seemed
Mya realizes that someone was not as they appeared.


And now I'm wishin on all the rainbows
Mya expresses her hopes and dreams for the future.


That I see
Mya recognizes the rainbows she sees.


That someday you'll regret what you
Mya hopes that someone will regret their actions.


Done to me
Mya is referring to the negative actions directed at her.


And I never thought you would hurt me boy
Mya expresses her surprise and disappointment at being hurt by someone.


But now I know
Mya acknowledges her newfound knowledge.


That's why you're gonna see me walk so fast
Mya explains her motivation for quickly leaving.


Through the door, uh-huh
Mya is determined to leave and closes the chorus with a confirmation.


I think it's time for us to break up, ba-by
Mya suggests that it's time for a breakup.


We should of never ever been together
Mya realizes that the relationship should have never happened.


You tried to play me but baby I had enough
Mya acknowledges the attempts to manipulate her but asserts her strength.


So I'll be, movin' up
Mya decides to move forward and improve herself.


[noreaga]
Noreaga begins his verse.


You are leaving, on the next plain
Noreaga addresses someone who is about to leave.


And movin' on cause things ain't just the same
Noreaga explains that things have changed.


How could you do that, when nore lace the smooth track
Noreaga questions someone's actions in light of his current success.


And I'm the one that gave stella her groove back
Noreaga takes credit for rejuvenating someone's energy.


The two mack, you see my peoples playin the cut
Noreaga boasts about his associates and their ability to stay away from trouble.


We thugged out, you know the ones that, say what what
Noreaga describes himself and his companions as tough individuals.


So don't you, need a thug girl, get with a thug pearl
Noreaga suggests that someone should be with someone who can handle their lifestyle.


Shorty say I keep em wet like waterworld
Noreaga brags about his ability to excite women.


I'm kind of busy doin mtv
Noreaga mentions his busy schedule with MTV.


So call me later why'all I think I'm the see-p-t, or
Noreaga hints that he is currently involved with someone else.


Polly with mya, in d.c.
Noreaga plans to spend time with Mya in Washington, D.C.


Doin calypso, it's all about me, so ask sisqo
Noreaga emphasizes his own importance and mentions Sisqo.


And "don't let it go to your head," now
Noreaga advises someone to remain humble.


N.o.r.e., I'm still good in the bed now
Noreaga boasts about his sexual prowess.


And we can break up, move on and don't make up
Noreaga proposes ending the relationship without reconciling.


The last kiss or none of that, like a running back
Noreaga wants to avoid any sentimental farewells and compares it to avoiding contact in tackle football.


Got a little cheeba so what? I got tons of that
Noreaga mentions his abundance of marijuana.


Noreaga, you know the underground thundercat
Noreaga refers to himself as a prominent figure in the underground music scene.


[mya]
Mya repeats the chorus.


Shit be real in here, shit be real in here
Mya acknowledges the intense atmosphere.


Uh-uh, shit be real in here, shit be real in here
Mya agrees that the situation is intense.


Boy I'm movin' on
Mya declares that she is moving on from the relationship.


So far from where you are
Mya emphasizes the emotional distance.


Should I let you know the code
Mya questions whether to reveal a secret.


Cause you wasn't what you seemed
Mya realizes that someone was not as they appeared.


[noreaga]
Noreaga returns with his last verse.


I keep it live like a grid wire, you know I ain't a liar
Noreaga claims to live an exciting life and asserts his honesty.


N.o.r.e., raekwon and lady mya
Noreaga mentions the artists involved in the song.


Star collab' it, the wire just grab it
Noreaga highlights the collaboration's popularity and success.


And if you see me with shorty, yo I'm stabbin it
Noreaga states that if people see him with a woman, it means he is serious about her.


[raekwon]
Raekwon returns for his final verse.


Yo nor' we used to bump like fly newlyweds, get drunk
Raekwon reminisces about partying and being close friends with Noreaga.


Fuck and bump beds, rock dumps together, ice on her hand
Raekwon recalls having sexual encounters and wearing expensive jewelry with a woman.


Broadway junction the function, union square there
Raekwon mentions specific locations where he and the woman spent time together.


You follow me, for a year before you had hair
Raekwon mentions being followed by the woman for a year before she had a hairstyle change.


Actin like you got me on mack, you wack
Raekwon criticizes the woman's behavior and dismisses her.


I shoulda blowed it off, kept that ass flat
Raekwon regrets not ending the relationship sooner.


Mya blow the track
Raekwon acknowledges Mya's contribution to the song.


[mya]
Mya concludes the song with the chorus.


I'll be movin' on
Mya affirms her decision to move on from the relationship.


So far from where you are
Mya emphasizes the distance she wants to create.


Should I let you know the code
Mya questions whether to reveal a secret.


Cause you wasn't what you seemed
Mya realizes that someone was not as they appeared.


And now I'm wishin on all the rainbows
Mya expresses her hopes and dreams for the future.


That I see
Mya recognizes the rainbows she sees.


That someday you'll regret what you
Mya hopes that someone will regret their actions.


Done to me
Mya is referring to the negative actions directed at her.


And I never thought you would hurt me boy
Mya expresses her surprise and disappointment at being hurt by someone.


But now I know
Mya acknowledges her newfound knowledge.


That's why you're gonna see me walk so fast
Mya explains her motivation for quickly leaving.


Through the door, uh-huh
Mya closes the song with determination to move on.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network
Written by: BILLIE RAE CALVIN, GARY WRIGHT

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
To comment on or correct specific content, highlight it

Genre not found
Artist not found
Album not found
Song not found
Comments from YouTube:

@ShadrockMarciano

Been looking for this track! Especially the one that included the back and forth between Rae and Mya in the beginning! Noreaga, the underground thundercat!

@jvicvega

This takes me BACK!!! 🔥🔥🔥

@toviaclayton

I love this song!

@jerramaurice7836

They need to upload the damn music video!!!

@meona3134

Hell yea Mya looked so cute in the video

@user-mw2tr1vx6n

Hell yeah

@ndaulinendaulina5715

And she danced that!

@icantthinkofcoolyoutubenam9141

Drink champs brought me here

@jermainepryor8654

This movie brings back so many good memories

@bdr5150

The beat is on point!!

More Comments

More Versions