Playa
Nelly Lyrics


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Yeahay, yeah
Yeah, uh-huh
Yah
Yeahay, yeahay!
Yeah, fo' sho'
Yeahh! Yah
Mmmm-mmm-mmm, mmm-mmm-mmm
Uhh, yah
M-O-B-B baby
Wooo!
Uhhhh
Yeah! Right
Uhhhh
Let's do this, one time baby
Uhhh
Yea-yea
Yah, yo

Whattup ma, the name H doe, I'm into pesos
V.I.P. and champagne by the caseloads
Doubles get you from that bar, and get you right
Or get you bent, whatever you like
I'm not into wifin' - no sir
I just wanna beat it up, hear the kitty-cat purr
The whip or the tail, whichever you prefer
The crib off limits, got wifey durr
Got a man home beast, then be easy ma
She don't know how to creep, I be teachin' ma
I got jars of that haze, yeah I'll show you how to twist
Get it tight but not too tight, it's all in the lick
I'll show you which end to burn, how to spot that trick
All you need is the will to learn
.. and some good trees to burn
Relax, you'll be straight like a perm, word

I need a man, who's up on his game
And can give me some affection, satisfy me many ways
Are you the one to do it for me playa?
(Are you the one to do it for me playa?)
Then maybe I can hook up witcha later

Babe girl you now rockin' with strength
Infamous Thugs it's nuttin' to slug
Anyone, they try to ruin our fun
I don't wanna scare you away, I'm sayin' whassup
Tell your friends come over here, and party with us
If y'all from the hood, y'all gon' love our ways
Cause we got money, and we still the same way
Go 'head, do that dance, and you can feel free
To be you and just do you, everything's great
Yeah tonight we gon' have a little too much to drink
Just leave your car in the lot, so you can feel safe
We gon' party 'til six then take it to my place
Then later on I'll have a car bring you back safe
I ain't into games, I'll give it to you straight
We can have a part time love, I just want it straight
Really though, I changed dough, not no dames
So however you wanna call it, it's okay

I need a man, who's up on his game
And can give me some affection, satisfy me many ways
Are you the one to do it for me playa?
(Are you the one to do it for me playa?)
Then maybe I can hook up witcha later

Uhh, uhh, aiy
Check it, check it, check it
Baby girl right here is where you need to be
You better duck 'cause the bottles pop easily
Go and get your other friends, 'cause you comin' with me
Derrty E-N-T with the M-O-B
See, no respect for the Country Grammar
So I kick the Dunn language, the response was better
We like, 'Dunn' did it, 'Dunn' hit it, 'Dunn' split it
Everything hon wanted, Dunn was with it
She like to see me doo-rag'd and me ball-cap'd
She like to see me tailored, Gator'd, slacked
In fact, I see you lookin' through the windshield wipers
As the rain hit the windows on the blue Dodge Viper
The sniper, not never but hit ya from long range
Check it, got haters like X had Brother Baines
Used to have quarter thangs but now I got quarter dames
Got a quarter of a new vehicle and quarter chains

I'm not tryin' to be your girlfriend (you dig)
I ain't even tryin' to lock you in
There's no need for us to pretend
I'd rather spend yo' dividends
You and me can be lover friends
I'd rather keep this between us two
Let me know when you wanna begin
And let me tell you what I want from you

I need a man, who's up on his game
And can give me some affection, satisfy me many ways
Are you the one to do it for me playa?




(Are you the one to do it for me playa?)
Then maybe I can hook up witcha later

Overall Meaning

The song "Playa" by Nelly is a collaboration between Nelly, Missy Elliott, Havoc of Mobb Deep, and Prodigy. The song is about players and their lifestyle. Havoc talks about his love for money and women and his dislike for commitment, boasting about his insatiable appetite for sex. Prodigy advises his female audience to let loose and have fun, telling them not to worry about the consequences of their actions. Nelly's verse, on the other hand, portrays him as a gentleman who can take care of a woman and give her everything she needs. Missy Elliott's role in the song is more subtle, mainly providing background vocals to support the male rappers.


The chorus is sung by Missy, and it expresses her frustration with the players' lifestyle; she's looking for a man who can offer her emotional satisfaction and commitment, but she finds herself attracted to the flashy and confident players. She remains hesitant and doesn't want to jump in blindly, but she's open to the possibility of a deeper connection with someone who proves himself to be worthy.


The song draws a sharp contrast between the players, who focus on materialistic and physical pleasures at the expense of emotional intimacy, and the women who are looking for deeper connections. Nelly's verse, in particular, seems to be making a case for "good guys" who can balance both sides, with lines like "Go and get your other friends, cause you coming with me" and "I see you looking through the windshield wipers, As the rain hit the windows on the blue Dodge Viper."


Overall, "Playa" is a playful, upbeat song with a catchy chorus and solid verses from all the artists involved.


Line by Line Meaning

Missy yeah, yeah
Missy expresses excitement and agreement


Havoc Yeah, uh-huh
Havoc affirms and acknowledges Missy's statement


Missy yeah
Missy continues to exclaim in agreement


Missy yeah, yeah!
Missy's enthusiasm and agreement intensifies


Havoc Yeah, fo' sho'
Havoc confirms and emphatically agrees


Missy yeah, yeah!
Missy reiterates her excitement and agreement


Missy
Missy emphasizes her presence


Missy, yea
Missy confirms her presence once again


Havoc M-O-B B baby
Havoc declares affiliation with the M-O-B B group


Missy Woo!
Missy exclaims with excitement and satisfaction


What up ma, the name H doe, I'm into pesos
Havoc greets a woman and introduces himself as H doe who is focused on making money


V.I.P. and champagne by the caseloads
Havoc mentions his access to exclusive VIP areas and abundant champagne


Doubles get you from that bar, and get you right
Havoc suggests that ordering double drinks will enhance one's enjoyment


Or get you bent, whatever you like
Havoc implies that getting intoxicated is also an option, depending on personal preference


I'm not into wifing, no sir
Havoc states that he is not interested in committing to a serious relationship


I just want to beat it up, hear the kitty-cat purr
Havoc desires a casual physical encounter and references sensual pleasure


The whip or the tail, whichever you prefer
Havoc offers options for sexual positions, implying his flexibility in accommodating preferences


The crib off limits, got wifey durr
Havoc sets boundaries on bringing women to his home as he has a committed partner


Got a man home beast, then be easy ma
Havoc cautions women who have a possessive or aggressive partner at home


She don't know how to creep, I be teaching ma
Havoc suggests he can educate a woman on discreetly engaging in infidelity


I got jars of that haze, yeah I'll show you how to twist
Havoc boasts about possessing marijuana and offers to demonstrate the technique of rolling it


Get it tight but not too tight, it's all in the lick
Havoc advises on rolling the joint tightly but not excessively tight, with attention to the licking process


I'll show you which end to burn, how to spot that trick
Havoc volunteers to teach a woman how to light the joint correctly and recognize potential hazards


All you need is the will to learn
Havoc implies that willingness to acquire knowledge is the only requirement


And some good trees to burn
Havoc suggests having quality marijuana for optimal enjoyment


Relax, you'll be straight like a perm, word
Havoc assures that if followed, the woman will be fully prepared and relaxed


I need a man, who's up on his game
Missy expresses her desire for a man who is knowledgeable and successful


And can give me some affection, satisfy me many ways
Missy desires emotional and physical fulfillment from her partner


Are you the one to do it for me playa?
Missy asks if the person she is addressing is capable of meeting her needs


Then maybe I can hook up with ya later
Missy suggests that if the person meets her criteria, they could potentially spend time together later on


Babe girl you now rocking with strength, Infamous Thugs is nothing to slug
Prodigy proclaims that the woman is now associated with powerful individuals and should not confront them


Anyone, they try to ruin our fun
Prodigy warns against anyone who might attempt to sabotage their enjoyment


I don't want to scare you away, I'm saying what's up
Prodigy doesn't want to intimidate the woman and instead is greeting her and initiating conversation


Tell your friends come over here, and party with us
Prodigy invites the woman's friends to join their group and have a good time together


If y'all from the hood, y'all gon' love our ways
Prodigy states that if the woman and her friends are from a similar neighborhood, they will appreciate and enjoy their lifestyle


Cause we got money, and we still the same way
Prodigy highlights that despite their wealth, they remain true to their roots and humble


Go 'head, do that dance, and you can feel free
Prodigy encourages the woman to dance and express herself without any inhibitions


To be you and just do you, everything's great
Prodigy wants the woman to be herself and assures her that everything is going well


Yeah tonight we gon' have a little too much to drink
Prodigy plans to indulge in excessive alcohol consumption during the evening


Just leave your car in the lot, so you can feel safe
Prodigy advises the woman to leave her vehicle parked at their location for her safety


We gon' party 'til six then take it to my place
Prodigy intends for the party to last until early morning before continuing the festivities at his residence


Then later on I'll have a car bring you back safe
Prodigy ensures that he will arrange transportation to safely return the woman home later


I ain't into games, I'll give it to you straight
Prodigy states he is not interested in playing games and prefers honesty in their interactions


We can have a part-time love, I just want it straight
Prodigy suggests a casual romantic relationship, focusing on straightforwardness rather than commitment


Really doe, I changed doe, not no dames
Prodigy claims to have matured and transformed, focusing on personal growth rather than pursuing multiple women


So however you want to call it, it's okay
Prodigy is open to any label or arrangement she prefers and reassures her that it's acceptable


Uhh, uhh, aiy
Nelly's vocal interjection to grab attention and set the tone


Check it, check it, check it
Nelly commands attention and asks for focus


Baby girl right here is where you need to be
Nelly declares that the woman should be with him in his presence


You better duck cause the bottles pop easily
Nelly warns the woman to be cautious as bottles might be opened and the corks could fly out


Go and get your other friends, cause you coming with me
Nelly instructs the woman to bring her friends along as they will join him


Dirty E-N-T with the M-O-be
Nelly indicates his association with Dirty E-N-T and the M-O-be group


See, no respect for the 'Country Grammar'
Nelly acknowledges that he deviates from traditional country grammar and uses his distinct style


So I kick the Dunn language, the response was better
Nelly employs his unique language and slang, resulting in a positive reaction


We like, 'Dunn' did it, 'Dunn' hit it, 'Dunn' split it
Nelly and his associates use the term 'Dunn' to signify their success in various aspects


Everything hon wanted, Dunn was with it
Nelly suggests that he is capable of fulfilling any desires or requests from women


She like to see me doo-rag'd and me ball-cap'd
Nelly describes the woman's preference for seeing him wearing a doo-rag or a baseball cap


She like to see me tailored, Gator'd, slacked
Nelly expresses the woman's interest in seeing him dressed in well-fitting, designer garments and accessories


In fact, I see you looking through the windshield wipers
Nelly notices the woman watching him through the raindrops on a vehicle windshield


As the rain hit the windows on the blue Dodge Viper
Nelly describes the scenario of raindrops hitting the windows of a blue Dodge Viper car


The sniper, not never but hit ya from long range
Nelly compares himself to a sniper, capable of making a significant impact from a distance


Check it, got haters like X had Brother Baines
Nelly acknowledges the presence of haters or critics, drawing a comparison to the character Brother Baines from the film 'Belly'


Used to have quarter things but now I got quarter games
Nelly reveals that he used to be involved in illegal activities related to drugs, but now he has shifted his focus to the entertainment industry


Got a quarter of a movie, here come ? trains
Nelly mentions having a small role in a movie and anticipates the arrival of more opportunities


I'm not trying to be your girlfriend you dig
Missy clarifies that she isn't seeking a committed romantic relationship with the person she is addressing


I ain't even trying to lock you in
Missy states that she has no intention to restrict or confine the person she is referring to


There's no need for us to pretend
Missy suggests that both individuals should be genuine without the need for deception


I'd rather spend yo' dividends
Missy expresses her preference to enjoy the person's financial resources or rewards


You and me can be lover friends
Missy proposes a casual and intimate friendship or relationship between the two individuals


I'd rather keep this between us two
Missy desires to maintain discretion and keep their connection private


Let me know when you want to begin
Missy requests the person to inform her when they are ready to initiate their arrangement


And let me tell you what I want from you
Missy expresses her intent to communicate her expectations and desires to the person




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC.
Written by: Albert Johnson, Kejuan Waliek Muchita, Melissa A Elliott, Cornell Iral Haynes, Alan Maman, Lee Ryda, MELISSA A. ELLIOTT, CORNELL HAYNES

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