Funky For You
Nice & Smooth Lyrics


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(Ladies and gentlemen)
Let's make it funky
Let's make it funky (ladies and gentlemen)
Let's make it funky

Hey, yo, Dizzy Gillespie plays a sax
Me, myself, I love to max
Redbone booties I'm out to wax
Stick up kids is out to tax
Spring again, and I'm feelin' fine
Pass me an ice-cold glass of wine
So I can get mellow, ay back, and let my girl play the cello
Hello, I hate Jell-O
Let me be me, relax in my tipi
Watch a Hardy Boy mystery, Greg N-I-C-E
I'm nitro and I'm hype, so
Don't ever believe that you can deceive me
See many visions of love and splendor
I'm the real thing, not like a pretender
I rock rhymes over beats on the real tip
Stay real strong and hang on like a vise grip
Use my mind to control all my body parts
Got an early start, plus I'm very smart
Type of man that the girls want to read about
Indeed I proceed to rock the house without a doubt
Steppin' up next, no further ado
Smooth B is gonna make it real funky for you

I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you

Smooth B, notorious, glorious
Knowledge is infinite, I live in a fortress
I'm so astronomical, yet on a physical plane
My body's just a shell, in control is my brain
I strain to gain spirituality
So I can finally be in unity
Harmony with the all eye-seeing supreme being
Knower of histories and mysteries
I'm mystic, also stylistic
Not materialistic, simplistic
Humble while others tumble, stumble
Smooth be, not Bumble
Rumble, no, that's not likely
That's in my old school days like Spike Lee
Smooth B, my rhymes get better with time
I should get an endorsement for creating fresh lines
And as I grow older, lyrics get hyper
'Cause I'm a dominant black pied piper
Spreadin' peace and love throughout my travels
And take time to read and unravel
Day to day problems and then solve them
I can see clearly now as I revolve around suckers
Who perpetrate heroes but I'm no sandwich, more like a manwich
Or maybe like a meal which is much more real
Than Clark Kent or the Man of Steel
Teddy Tedd, a hip-hop ambassador
Keepin' you on the floor, givin' you more and more
His cuts exquisite, what is it? A blizzard
The musical wizard you should come visit
The man in the back without further ado
Teddy Tedd is gonna make it real funky for you

I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you (let's make it funky)
I'm gonna make it real funky for you (let's make it funky)
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you

Greg Nice makes it funky
Smooth B makes it funky
Teddy Tedd makes it funky
Special K makes it funky
DJ Doc makes it funky
And the Blend made it funky

I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you

I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you




I'm gonna make it real funky for you
I'm gonna make it real funky for you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Nice & Smooth's song "Funky For You" are a playful and boastful commentary on the musicians' talents and personalities. The opening lines invite the listener to join them in making things "funky," setting a lighthearted and joyful tone. The verses that follow are full of rhythm and rhyme, highlighting the rappers' love of music, wine, and mystery novels. Smooth B's verse in particular is filled with references to spirituality and self-improvement, contrasting with the more playful first verse. Throughout the song, the trio also makes clear their commitment to spreading peace and love, distinguishing themselves from the "suckers who perpetrate heroes."


Overall, "Funky For You" is a catchy and upbeat representation of the group's style, incorporating humor and clever wordplay while also touching on deeper themes of personal growth and cultural commentary.


Line by Line Meaning

(Ladies and gentlemen)
The song is starting and the artists are inviting the audience to join them in making the music funky.


Hey, yo, Dizzy Gillespie plays a sax
The artists acknowledge the jazz legend Dizzy Gillespie and his iconic use of the saxophone in his music.


Me, myself, I love to max
The artists enjoy living life to the fullest and experiencing all that it has to offer.


Redbone booties I'm out to wax
The artists are attracted to women with a certain physical feature and aim to pursue them.


Stick up kids is out to tax
There are people who try to take advantage of others and steal from them through unlawful means.


Spring again, and I'm feelin' fine
It's a new season and the artists have a positive outlook on life.


Pass me an ice-cold glass of wine
The artists desire a glass of wine to relax and unwind.


So I can get mellow, ay back, and let my girl play the cello
The wine will help the artists relax and enjoy the music played by their female companion.


Hello, I hate Jell-O
The artists don't like Jell-O as a dessert.


Let me be me, relax in my tipi
The artists want to be themselves and unwind in a comfortable environment.


Watch a Hardy Boy mystery, Greg N-I-C-E
The artists plan to watch a TV show while enjoying each other's company.


I'm nitro and I'm hype, so
The artists are full of energy and excitement.


Don't ever believe that you can deceive me
The artists won't let anyone trick or manipulate them.


See many visions of love and splendor
The artists have a romantic outlook on life and see beauty in the world.


I'm the real thing, not like a pretender
The artists are authentic and genuine.


I rock rhymes over beats on the real tip
The artists are skilled in rapping and prefer to do it in a genuine way.


Stay real strong and hang on like a vise grip
The artists are determined to stay true to themselves and not be swayed by others.


Use my mind to control all my body parts
The artists have a strong sense of self-control and self-awareness.


Got an early start, plus I'm very smart
The artists have an early start in life and are intelligent.


Type of man that the girls want to read about
The artists are interesting and exciting, especially to women.


Indeed I proceed to rock the house without a doubt
The artists are confident in their ability to entertain and impress the audience.


Steppin' up next, no further ado
Next up in the song is another artist, who will begin to perform without any delay.


Smooth B is gonna make it real funky for you
Smooth B promises to make the music even more funky for the audience.


Smooth B, notorious, glorious
The new artist to perform, Smooth B, is a well-known and celebrated figure in the music industry.


Knowledge is infinite, I live in a fortress
Smooth B believes in the infinite nature of knowledge, and lives in a state of protection and security.


I'm so astronomical, yet on a physical plane
Smooth B is both incredibly impressive and down-to-earth.


My body's just a shell, in control is my brain
Smooth B views his body as simply a vessel for his mind and spirit.


I strain to gain spirituality
Smooth B is striving to find a connection to a higher power or sense of spirituality.


So I can finally be in unity
Smooth B hopes to find a sense of harmony and unity within himself.


Harmony with the all eye-seeing supreme being
Smooth B seeks to connect with a divine power or deity that has all-encompassing knowledge and insight.


Knower of histories and mysteries
This supreme being has knowledge of both the past and the unknown.


I'm mystic, also stylistic
Smooth B has a mystical quality to him, but also exudes a sense of style and fashion.


Not materialistic, simplistic
Smooth B values simplicity over material possessions.


Humble while others tumble, stumble
Smooth B stays humble despite the shortcomings of others.


Smooth be, not Bumble
Smooth B is smooth and cool, not bumbling.


Rumble, no, that's not likely
Smooth B doesn't engage in physical fighting or rumbling.


That's in my old school days like Spike Lee
Rumbling or fighting may have been a part of Smooth B's past, but it is not a part of his current life.


Smooth B, my rhymes get better with time
Smooth B feels that his rapping abilities improve and evolve over time.


I should get an endorsement for creating fresh lines
Smooth B is proud of his ability to create new and innovative lyrics.


And as I grow older, lyrics get hyper
As Smooth B ages, his lyrics become more intense and exciting.


'Cause I'm a dominant black pied piper
Smooth B sees himself as a skilled and influential artist in the black community.


Spreadin' peace and love throughout my travels
Smooth B aims to promote peace and love wherever he goes.


And take time to read and unravel
Smooth B takes the time to read and understand the world around him.


Day to day problems and then solve them
Smooth B is skilled at solving everyday problems.


I can see clearly now as I revolve around suckers
Smooth B has a clear perspective on life and those who try to deceive him.


Who perpetrate heroes but I'm no sandwich, more like a manwich
Others may try to make themselves out to be heroes, but Smooth B doesn't fall for their act. He sees himself as a substantial and satisfying entity like a delicious sandwich.


Or maybe like a meal which is much more real
Smooth B is an authentic and substantial figure, not just a superficial, flashy presence.


Than Clark Kent or the Man of Steel
Smooth B views himself as a more real and substantial persona than the fictional superheroes.


Teddy Tedd, a hip-hop ambassador
Teddy Tedd is a respected representative of hip-hop music and culture.


Keepin' you on the floor, givin' you more and more
Teddy Tedd aims to keep the audience dancing and entertained by providing more and more music to enjoy.


His cuts exquisite, what is it? A blizzard
Teddy Tedd's musical choices are skillfully executed and create a thrilling sensation in the listener.


The musical wizard you should come visit
Teddy Tedd is a skilled and talented musician that people should take the time to see perform.


The man in the back without further ado
The song is focusing on Teddy Tedd's musical abilities, who is located in the back of the performance space.


Teddy Tedd is gonna make it real funky for you
As promised earlier in the song, Teddy Tedd is going to make the music even more funky for the audience.


Greg Nice makes it funky
Greg Nice is a skilled and experienced musician who knows how to make music funky.


Smooth B makes it funky
Smooth B agrees to make the music even more funky for the audience.


Special K makes it funky
Special K, another artist, lends his ability to make the music funky for the audience.


DJ Doc makes it funky
DJ Doc, the person in charge of the music, adds his own touch to make the music even more funky.


And the Blend made it funky
The Blend, a group or collection of people, contribute to making the music funky for the audience.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Darryl Otil Barnes, Garry Marshall Shider, George Bernard Worrell, George Jr. Clinton, Greg O Mays

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Aaron Creagh

Greg Nice has one of the nicest flows ever...

Russell Adams

Yes he does. This group is slept on.

the truth

I think smooth is nicer

jnorm888

It's his voice

MR Lathrop

point blank period

Global Go Getter

REAL TALK

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Matt Sheezy

Every song these two dudes did was a Banger! Two styles & voices that complemented one another perfectly. I Love the joint they did with 3rd Bass “Microphone Techniques” & Big Daddy Kane’s “Pimpin ain’t Easy”.

Corey Willis

Don’t forget about the song DWYC they did with gang starr

Khalid Hussam

That beat is BANGIN still in 2020!,,,

sirjer73

Classic P Funk. DO THAT STUFF!!!

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