Steal The Show )
Nelly Lyrics


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Yo, 'for the nigga mention my name I let him know the deal
I'm the nigga, same nigga, thought was a lame nigga
Now I push a Range nigga, you know the name nigga
Peep the Iceberg jeans, the ice chain nigga
And if I got beef I let the whole world know it
So if you got beef let the whole world know it
One, take it to the streets let the whole world know it
It's the chance for your big career, don't blow it
Or get it blown from the top gun nigga
I ain't finished talkin 'bout it 'till ya top gone nigga
Dissin' my crew you catch hot ones
I'm hot son, yo that's why I carry hot guns
I'm on a beach in L.A. fuckin fly misses
While you niggas at the crib tryna' find misses
Yo I'm gettin' head from the Mexican dime bitches
Them niggas mad cause they riches ain't like my riches

A yo, I'm Murphey Lee the school boy
The civilized jewel boy
I got not one, two, three, four, five, but six whores
For equality, Vokal, Cammy, and Wallabies
I smoke la like daa-da-dee, it got me boomin' like ba-da-bing
Rap, don't gotta sing cause I get my hum on
Actually I get hummed on
Hoes tongues be on my dong dong
Gevity-long, head at night, head in the morn'
Lunatic, five strong, king kong's are writin' songs
Cats be gettin' gone thinkin' they got it goin' on
Folks brought you a brawl, it all started in ya home
Check the background, St. Louis clown from the U-Town
Fourteen, pimp of the year like Dru Down
Same crew now, it's too damn quiet but too loud
Hoes be pretendin' always sayin they too proud
If I ruled the world, I do now
Me and the 'Tics 'bout to rack 'em and move the crowd

Call the cops, I see a robbery in progress
Lunatics about to steal the show
(Where you from?)
From the S-T-L, M-O, 3-1-4

Call the cops, I see a robbery in progress
Lunatics about to steal the show
(Where you from?)
From the S-T-L, M-O, 3-1-4

I rip grass and smash, with a 44 mag
This nigga jag, from the front to the back I heard it crash
Nigga you said you hurt 'em bad, you heard him laugh
Talkin' trash 'bout whoopin' my ass
I never let a nigga do that, who that
Get his brains blew back with a new gat
Yellin' "true that", hollowtips is goin' clean through that
And I didn't have to get my whole team just to do that
In a blue hat, with a black baggy Karl Kani
An iced out ring just to scar on your eye
Hard to die, like Bruce, Lee get a victory
Cats is sick like H-I-V if they feelin' weak
We be Nikki Sacks, Jackie Frost, Scratchy
Danny Terrio, Dutch Schultz, to the Motorola
Money hold up, whippin' the Rover, high roller dog
What you holdin', I'm paid, so controllin' y'all
Yiggidy yes y'all like Das EFX, I's be next
To rep that Midwest, it's sets and projects

Now once Keyaun say hit the safe, raise the stakes
'Tics in fifty states, might as well blaze the cake
I got moves to make, transactions to handshakes
Drugs for papes, now I'm sellin' CDs and tapes
Funerals and wakes caused by greed and hate
A snake is still a snake no matter the size or shape
Those that hate, anchored with weights, found in the lake
Come off the chain my main, you tied to the gate
First you caught a case, second you caught the babes
Third, you caught me with your date, that was no mistake
Good things come to those who wait
So if you waitin' on them 'Tics, huh, they gon' be late
In your house with your spouse I'm doin' the nasty
I'm a felon, ask Jay, I rob industries and ashtrays
Branson and hashy, add gas and wrap somethin'
And burn the place, ya heard me

Watch me load up the ammo, cock it back slow
In the back door, infrared low
Tell me somethin' that I don't already know
Like, which one of these closets contain cash flow
Got three little problems I just thought you should know
Peep, I'm addicted to 'yes' and I'm allergic to 'no'
I'm obsessed with dough, money makin' and the hoes
Anything other than satisfaction gon' blow
Heard through the grapevine you lookin' for me
Couldn't be, cause if it was you would be bookin' from me
Shook when ya see Nelly rollin' in the GS-3
Hangin' out the sunroof like "bing, bing, bing"
Back the car up, pop the trunk now
Can ya hold ya breath cause I'mma flood this town
That ass scream "nine-second-five right here"
Neighbors on the lawn like "Nelly, why right here"

Call the cops, I see a robbery in progress
Lunatics about to steal the show
(Where you from?)
From the S-T-L, M-O, 3-1-4

Call the cops, I see a robbery in progress
Lunatics about to steal the show
(Where you guys from again?)
From the S-T-L, M-O, 3-1-4

Call the cops, I see a robbery in progress
Lunatics about to steal the show
(Tell me again, where you guys from?)
From the S-T-L, M-O, 3-1-4





Call the cops

Overall Meaning

In "Steal The Show," Nelly & The St. Lunatics are braggadocios and assertive in their lyrics as they establish themselves as top performers in the rap industry. The song is built around an infectious beat and hook and features a number of verses from different members of the St. Lunatics crew. The track suggests that the group is out to make a name for themselves and "steal the show" from their contemporaries.


The opening verse is delivered by Nelly, who asserts his dominance and warns any other rappers considering stepping to him. He rhymes about his wealth, his attire, and the fact that he isn't afraid to go to war if necessary. In the second verse, Murphy Lee takes over and rhymes about his own exploits, including his propensity for acquiring women and his love for smoking marijuana. The third verse is performed by Ali, who raps about his own star power and how he's able to command audiences.


Line by Line Meaning

Yo, 'for the nigga mention my name I let him know the deal
If anyone dares to speak my name, I will make sure they understand the consequences


I'm the nigga, same nigga, thought was a lame nigga
I am the same person that others once considered weak or unimportant


Now I push a Range nigga, you know the name nigga
Now I drive a Range Rover, and everyone recognizes me


Peep the Iceberg jeans, the ice chain nigga
Take a look at my stylish Iceberg jeans and my expensive ice chain


And if I got beef I let the whole world know it
If I have any conflicts, I am not afraid to make it known to everyone


So if you got beef let the whole world know it
If you have any conflicts, make sure you do not hide them from the world


One, take it to the streets let the whole world know it
Take your grievances to the streets and show the whole world


It's the chance for your big career, don't blow it
This is your opportunity for a successful career, make sure you do not waste it


Or get it blown from the top gun nigga
Or have your chances ruined by someone who is superior or more powerful


I ain't finished talkin 'bout it 'till ya top gone nigga
I won't stop talking about it until you are defeated or destroyed


Dissin' my crew you catch hot ones
If you disrespect my crew, you will face severe consequences


I'm hot son, yo that's why I carry hot guns
I am highly respected and influential, which is why I carry dangerous weapons


I'm on a beach in L.A. fuckin fly misses
I am enjoying my time on a beach in Los Angeles, engaging with attractive women


While you niggas at the crib tryna' find misses
While you are at home, struggling to find suitable romantic partners


Yo I'm gettin' head from the Mexican dime bitches
I am receiving oral sex from attractive Mexican women


Them niggas mad cause they riches ain't like my riches
Those individuals are jealous because their wealth does not compare to mine


A yo, I'm Murphey Lee the school boy
Hey, I am Murphey Lee, the young and educated member of the crew


The civilized jewel boy
I present myself as a refined and sophisticated individual


I got not one, two, three, four, five, but six whores
I have multiple women at my disposal, not just one or two


For equality, Vokal, Cammy, and Wallabies
These women are associated with the brands Vokal, Cammy, and Wallabies, emphasizing their fashionable status


I smoke la like daa-da-dee, it got me boomin' like ba-da-bing
I smoke marijuana, and it gives me an elevated and lively feeling


Rap, don't gotta sing cause I get my hum on
I don't need to sing in rap songs, as I have my own unique style and flow


Actually I get hummed on
In fact, others enjoy and admire my talent and presence


Hoes tongues be on my dong dong
Women are sexually attracted to me and desire me


Gevity-long, head at night, head in the morn'
I receive oral sex both at night and in the morning


Lunatic, five strong, king kong's are writin' songs
As part of the Lunatics, a group of five talented individuals, we create powerful and impactful songs


Cats be gettin' gone thinkin' they got it goin' on
Some individuals falsely believe they are superior or successful


Folks brought you a brawl, it all started in ya home
People instigated a fight, and it originated from your own community


Check the background, St. Louis clown from the U-Town
Examine my background; I am a talented and respected individual from St. Louis, specifically the U-Town area


Fourteen, pimp of the year like Dru Down
Even at the age of fourteen, I have the skills and reputation of a successful pimp like Dru Down


Same crew now, it's too damn quiet but too loud
The same crew still exists, but the environment is both eerily silent and excessively noisy


Hoes be pretendin' always sayin they too proud
Women often pretend to be too proud to engage with others


If I ruled the world, I do now
If I had complete control over the world, it would be similar to the current state I am in


Me and the 'Tics 'bout to rack 'em and move the crowd
The Lunatics and I are ready to impress and captivate the audience


Call the cops, I see a robbery in progress
There is an ongoing act of stealing that requires police intervention


Lunatics about to steal the show
The Lunatics are about to dominate and impress in their performance


(Where you from?) From the S-T-L, M-O, 3-1-4
We are from St. Louis, Missouri, specifically the area code 314


I rip grass and smash, with a 44 mag
I aggressively and forcefully engage in activities, such as using a .44 Magnum firearm


This nigga jag, from the front to the back I heard it crash
This individual is foolish and reckless, causing destruction from the front to the back


Nigga you said you hurt 'em bad, you heard him laugh
You claimed to harm someone severely, but they laughed at you in response


Talkin' trash 'bout whoopin' my ass
Engaging in disrespectful talk about defeating me in a physical altercation


I never let a nigga do that, who that
I would never allow someone to successfully harm or defeat me, who dares to try?


Get his brains blew back with a new gat
His head will be blown backward with a new gun


Yellin' "true that", hollowtips is goin' clean through that
Expressing agreement with this statement, and emphasizing that hollow point bullets will penetrate through anything


And I didn't have to get my whole team just to do that
I accomplished this act without needing the assistance of my entire crew


In a blue hat, with a black baggy Karl Kani
Wearing a blue hat and loose-fitting black Karl Kani clothing


An iced out ring just to scar on your eye
Wearing a diamond-encrusted ring that will cause an injury or scar on your eye


Hard to die, like Bruce, Lee get a victory
Difficult to be killed, just like Bruce Lee, and achieving a triumphant outcome


Cats is sick like H-I-V if they feelin' weak
Individuals are severely ill, just like those infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), if they show signs of weakness


We be Nikki Sacks, Jackie Frost, Scratchy
We are known as Nikki Sacks, Jackie Frost, and Scratchy


Danny Terrio, Dutch Schultz, to the Motorola
Also referred to as Danny Terrio, Dutch Schultz, and the Motorola brand


Money hold up, whippin' the Rover, high roller dog
Wait a minute, driving a Range Rover, and being a high-rolling individual


What you holdin', I'm paid, so controllin' y'all
What are you currently possessing? I am financially stable and have control over everything


Yiggidy yes y'all like Das EFX, I's be next
Yes, yes, everyone, just like Das EFX, I will be the next big thing


To rep that Midwest, it's sets and projects
Representing the Midwest region, including neighborhoods and housing projects


Now once Keyaun say hit the safe, raise the stakes
Once Keyaun gives the signal to rob the safe, the risk and reward become greater


'Tics in fifty states, might as well blaze the cake
The Lunatics have a presence in fifty states, so they might as well celebrate their success


I got moves to make, transactions to handshakes
I have various plans and deals to execute, transitioning from conversations to actions


Drugs for papes, now I'm sellin' CDs and tapes
Originally involved in illegal drug trade, I have now transitioned to selling music CDs and tapes


Funerals and wakes caused by greed and hate
The consequences of greed and hatred can lead to loss of life, resulting in funerals and wakes


A snake is still a snake no matter the size or shape
Regardless of appearance, a treacherous individual will always remain treacherous


Those that hate, anchored with weights, found in the lake
Those who hold resentment will ultimately bear the burden and end up in a difficult situation


Come off the chain my main, you tied to the gate
Release yourself from bondage, my friend, as you are trapped and constrained


First you caught a case, second you caught the babes
First, you faced a legal problem, and then you became involved with attractive women


Third, you caught me with your date, that was no mistake
Thirdly, you discovered me with your romantic partner, which was a deliberate action


Good things come to those who wait
Positive outcomes and opportunities are often rewarded to those who exercise patience


So if you waitin' on them 'Tics, huh, they gon' be late
If you are expecting the Lunatics, you will be waiting for a while because they will be delayed


In your house with your spouse I'm doin' the nasty
Engaging in sexual activities with your spouse within your own home


I'm a felon, ask Jay, I rob industries and ashtrays
I have a criminal record, just ask Jay, as I have stolen from both big corporations and small items like ashtrays


Branson and hashy, add gas and wrap somethin'
Using Branson weed and hashish, while igniting the situation and preparing for something exciting


And burn the place, ya heard me
Causing chaos and destruction, do you understand me?


Watch me load up the ammo, cock it back slow
Observe as I load ammunition into a firearm and gradually cock it back


In the back door, infrared low
Entering through the back entrance undetected, with the infrared device set to a low level


Tell me somethin' that I don't already know
Share something with me that I am not already aware of


Like, which one of these closets contain cash flow
For example, which one of these closets holds a large amount of money


Got three little problems I just thought you should know
I have three minor obstacles that I believe you should be aware of


Peep, I'm addicted to 'yes' and I'm allergic to 'no'
Take note, I have a strong desire for affirmation and an aversion to rejection


I'm obsessed with dough, money makin' and the hoes
I am consumed by the pursuit of money and success, as well as engaging with women


Anything other than satisfaction gon' blow
Anything less than complete satisfaction will be considered a disappointment


Heard through the grapevine you lookin' for me
I have heard rumors that you are actively seeking me


Couldn't be, cause if it was you would be bookin' from me
That cannot be true, because if it were, you would be running away from me


Shook when ya see Nelly rollin' in the GS-3
You become frightened when you witness Nelly driving in his GS-3 vehicle


Hangin' out the sunroof like "bing, bing, bing"
Leaning out of the open sunroof, making a playful sound like "bing, bing, bing"


Back the car up, pop the trunk now
Reverse the car and open the trunk


Can ya hold ya breath cause I'mma flood this town
Can you hold your breath? Because I am about to make a significant impact on this town


That ass scream "nine-second-five right here"
That person's buttocks are exclaiming "nine-second-five right here" in a provocative manner


Neighbors on the lawn like "Nelly, why right here"
People living nearby are expressing confusion and surprise over the chosen location


Call the cops, I see a robbery in progress
Someone should alert the police, as there is a crime being committed


Lunatics about to steal the show
The Lunatics are about to dominate and captivate the audience


(Where you from?) From the S-T-L, M-O, 3-1-4
We are from St. Louis, Missouri, specifically the area code 314


Call the cops, I see a robbery in progress
Someone should alert the police, as there is a crime being committed


Lunatics about to steal the show
The Lunatics are about to dominate and captivate the audience


(Where you guys from again?) From the S-T-L, M-O, 3-1-4
We are from St. Louis, Missouri, specifically the area code 314


Call the cops, I see a robbery in progress
Someone should alert the police, as there is a crime being committed


Lunatics about to steal the show
The Lunatics are about to dominate and captivate the audience


(Tell me again, where you guys from?) From the S-T-L, M-O, 3-1-4
We are from St. Louis, Missouri, specifically the area code 314


Call the cops
Someone should alert the police




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CORNELL HAYNES, JASON EPPERSON

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