Ma Dukes
O.C. Lyrics


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I say one for the fam, two for good judgment
Bad luck to trife, good luck to stay above it
Trial and error, O.C.'s out to sever
Your game respect neglect not
You work hard for the revenue instead of on the avenue, babblin
I'd rather be accomplishin, makin moves, travellin
Insight is right on time let's do it
Funk struck again with the disco fluid
I protrude out of your skin like thorns irritatin MC's
Cause they don't make, songs like these
Mister, it's the man most lease to excel
Long time ago, many thought I'd fall like a domino, no
Now your face is chump, cause I've summed up
The somethin most high, not a mountain to a bum

I'm comin with fluent, rhythm, calm yet storm
Unleashin my speech to each and every one
I wake up in the mornin, get up then I'm yawnin
Glad to be alive to another day's dawnin
Some blessed be otherwise, they despise
Cause they can't handle what's word from the wise
I don't stress who I measure up to or who's fond of O's
Cause what you build I knock down for my condos
Upon those, those words I speak
More or less my best, just to say the least
Foundation laid, what gives
You ask would I sass regardless, O.C. lives

One time, it's a check your life record
Yeah peep the method it's a smooth kind of effort
With guidelines to put your hand on your chin and think
Ears listen before you say a record ain't mink
Hard work involves what evolves around O
I try to keep it moderate if that's how I thought of it
I break beats down lashin, with the voice
Choice words I'ma say, only spoken when I'm moist
It's a vibe, coincidin with the rhythm
Choice words to follow, for suckers to swallow




Each one teach, strong not week
So I'ma let mom finish what I started to freak, it's like..

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to O.C.'s song Ma Dukes are about the importance of staying focused and working hard to achieve success. The song begins with O.C. talking about the importance of family and good judgment, and how it's better to stay away from negative influences. He then goes on to talk about the importance of learning from your mistakes and not neglecting the value of hard work. O.C. talks about his desire to travel and make moves, suggesting that he's always looking for new opportunities to grow.


Throughout the song, O.C. emphasizes the importance of using insight and wisdom to make smart decisions. He talks about the power of music and how it can be used to irritate MCs who aren't able to create meaningful songs. He also discusses his own success and how he's managed to achieve it, despite the odds being against him. The song ends with O.C. passing the mic to his mother, who finishes the track by talking about her own struggles and triumphs.


There's a lot of depth to O.C.'s lyrics in Ma Dukes. He touches on a lot of important themes and topics related to personal growth and success. The song is a great example of how hip hop can be used to inspire and motivate people to be their best selves.


Line by Line Meaning

I say one for the fam, two for good judgment
I prioritize my family first and good decision making second


Bad luck to trife, good luck to stay above it
I believe in avoiding negative behavior and rising above it for good luck


Trial and error, O.C.'s out to sever
Through trial and error, I am determined to succeed


Your game respect neglect not
One should respect other people's skills and not ignore them


You work hard for the revenue instead of on the avenue, babblin
It's better to work hard to earn money than to waste time aimlessly chatting on the streets


I'd rather be accomplishin, makin moves, travellin
I prefer to achieve my goals, take action, and explore the world


Insight is right on time let's do it
I believe that being perceptive and acting on it leads to success


Funk struck again with the disco fluid
My musical style blends funk and disco elements


I protrude out of your skin like thorns irritatin MC's
My lyrics are sharp and irritating to other MC's


Cause they don't make, songs like these
My music stands out because it's unique and unlike others


Mister, it's the man most lease to excel
I strive to be the person who least expects to succeed


Long time ago, many thought I'd fall like a domino, no
People used to doubt me, but I proved them wrong


Now your face is chump, cause I've summed up
Now you look foolish because I've figured out how to succeed


The somethin most high, not a mountain to a bum
I strive for greatness, not mediocrity


I'm comin with fluent, rhythm, calm yet storm
My delivery is smooth, but still powerful and impactful


Unleashin my speech to each and every one
I am sharing my message with anyone who will listen


I wake up in the mornin, get up then I'm yawnin
I start my day like any other person, not different or special


Glad to be alive to another day's dawnin
I appreciate being alive and starting a new day


Some blessed be otherwise, they despise
Some people are unhappy and resentful despite being blessed


Cause they can't handle what's word from the wise
They can't handle or accept wise advice or guidance


I don't stress who I measure up to or who's fond of O's
I don't worry about comparing myself to others or seeking approval


Cause what you build I knock down for my condos
I don't care about what others build, because it doesn't affect me


Upon those, those words I speak
My message is clear and meaningful


More or less my best, just to say the least
I always do my best, and that's still an understatement


Foundation laid, what gives
I have a solid foundation to build upon, so what's the problem?


You ask would I sass regardless, O.C. lives
I am confident and bold, and will continue to be despite criticism


One time, it's a check your life record
Take a moment to reflect on your life and choices


Yeah peep the method it's a smooth kind of effort
Observe the method of my message, it's delivered smoothly


With guidelines to put your hand on your chin and think
My words are meant to make you pause and reflect


Ears listen before you say a record ain't mink
Listen to the music and appreciate it before dismissing it


Hard work involves what evolves around O
Success comes from hard work and effort on my part


I try to keep it moderate if that's how I thought of it
I aim to stay balanced and moderate in my life


I break beats down lashin, with the voice
I use my voice and lyrics to break down and dominate beats


Choice words I'ma say, only spoken when I'm moist
I choose my words carefully, and only speak them when I am inspired


It's a vibe, coincidin with the rhythm
My message and music blend together into one vibe


Choice words to follow, for suckers to swallow
My lyrics are clever and meaningful, but not for everyone to understand or accept


Each one teach, strong not week
My message is about learning and growing, not weakness


So I'ma let mom finish what I started to freak, it's like..
I will let my mother, who is featured in the song, finish with her own message




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANTHONY BEST, OMAR GERRYL CREDLE

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