Red Velvet
OutKast Lyrics

One more time for y'all, y-y-yeah, huh
Outkast is reiterating to their listeners that they're back for another round.

If you didn't know you know now, OutKast, Stankonia
Outkast is letting their listeners know who they are and where they're from.

We shittin' on e'rybody talkin' that bullshit
Outkast is saying that they're dismissing all of the haters talking negatively about them.

Now Peter Piper picked a pepper, that was his downfall
Referring to the nursery rhyme, Outkast is saying that people should be careful about their actions because it could lead to their downfall.

I'm down with 'Dre 3000 'cause he got my back y'all
Outkast is expressing their trust and loyalty to their bandmate Andre 3000.

Ball if you want to, but do it with some class G
Outkast is saying that if listeners want to live extravagantly they should do it with class and not be boastful about it.

Ask me, do OutKast got some flows so you can blast me
Outkast is questioning if anyone doubts their ability as musicians, they can be proven wrong when they hear their music.

Nasty, niggaz on the point they see you shinin'
Outkast is stating that when someone has things worth showing off, there will always be people trying to exploit them for their own gain.

Engineers in the studio see me rhymin'
Outkast is expressing that they work hard in the studio and other music professionals are aware of their talents.

Don't get me wrong, got four albums, stay consistent
Outkast is acknowledging their consistent output and success throughout their four albums.

You got a bodyguard, I let my nigga tote the biscuit
Outkast is implying that they don't need a bodyguard, they have someone who will protect them with or without arms.

Twist ya cap back, you got blood off on ya fur hat
Outkast is suggesting that being flashy can attract negative attention and even violence.

Cap, cap, ya link snap, you slumped off in ya Cadillac
Continuing the previous thought, Outkast is saying that being flashy can also put you in danger and even lead to your death.

For what though, some diamonds and a Bentley what you dyin' for
Outkast is questioning why people are willing to risk their lives for material possessions like diamonds and luxury cars.

Aight hoe, I'ma bake my cheese and let my mic flow
Outkast is saying that instead of participating in the flashy lifestyle, they will focus on making music and honing their craft.

Prioritize to live through
Outkast is saying that it's important to prioritize things that allow you to survive and live a good life.

Tell these other niggas how you bought yo' kid some tennis shoes
Outkast is saying that being able to provide for your family is something to be proud of and should be celebrated.

Let these brothers know that your momma she got her house too
Outkast is saying that family is important and being able to provide for them is a great accomplishment.

Let these niggas know that your sister wouldn't of Finished college without you
Outkast is acknowledging the importance of supporting and helping family members reach their goals.

I doubt you, do that though, so do this here
Outkast is doubting that people who flaunt their wealth will take their advice, but they'll provide it anyway.

And keep that bullshit out of our ear
Outkast is asking people to stop talking about irrelevant and negative things around them.

You too near me to not hear me, too open to conceal me
Outkast is saying that they are too close to listeners to not be heard and too honest to be hidden.

The love for the music keepin' Big Boi spittin' real G
Outkast is saying that their love for music keeps them motivated to create and be true to themselves as musicians.

'Cause they know where you live and they've seen what ya drive And they say they gonna put one in your helmet Cause you brag 'bout that watch, and all them things that you got Them dirty boys turn your poundcake to red velvet
Outkast is warning that people who boast about their wealth are targets and could be hurt as a consequence. 'Poundcake' means money or material possessions, and turning it into 'red velvet' means causing pain or destruction.

How can you measure a nigga by multiple figures he may got, got, got Had he not purchased the newest Mercedes That lose it's value soon as you drive That bitch off the lot, lot, lot Would he still be the latest, most wanted, doggonit you want it He got it-type nigga 'round the town, town, town Had he not played it so flat He ask you when half of these niggas hurtin' and workin' Would be he be found, found, found In a ho (ho) tel (tel) room (room) shot up (shot up) With his dick shoved in some B got a lot up Bill Gates don't dangle diamonds in the face Of peasants when he Microsoft'n in the place You gettin' on my nerves, well I'm gettin' on your case Consider your surroundings or you leave without a trace
Outkast is questioning how success is measured and pointing out that material possessions lose their value quickly. They're asking if this person would still be respected if they didn't play up their wealth. Outkast compares the hypothetical person to Bill Gates, who doesn't flaunt his wealth to the public, and warns listeners to be mindful of their actions and surroundings.

I know you got the biggest bank roll and you ballin Follow the heater because the leader he is haulin' Ass like Juan Valdez, I think he scared 'Cause my nigga Khujo Goodie got that toolie to his head
Outkast is acknowledging that someone may have a lot of money and be living big, but warns that followers can be led astray and fear can be hidden underneath the surface. Khujo Goodie, another rapper, is referenced as someone who is willing to use violence to protect himself and others.

Little did he know that, waitin in the closet No matter what you call that, playboy sure got done Don was the one who came in contact With those with slow goals who prone to sell crack On this megaphone, hey look world I'm on You off, he floss hard cause he celebrate the fact
Outkast is saying that someone who brags about their wealth and power can be caught off guard and easily hurt. They describe a scenario where someone tries to sound like they're on top of the world, but could be vulnerable to those willing to take advantage of them.