Call Before I Come
Outkast ft. Cee Lo Lyrics

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Nigga, quit being so goddamn selfish
Put it in ya pelvis
Let it work, gyrate, motivate

I'll call before I come
I won't just won't pop over out the blue
I hope that you do too
I'll call before I come

I won't just won't pop over out the blue
No, after you

Oh, thank you Lord for throwing some shy
Bones in my body, let me tell you why
If not so, I'd be too, too bad
When it comes to pink polka dots and plaids
Glad to meet you, my name is Dre
But you can call me Possum Allawishes Jenkins
Andre 3000 for short
And no I don't want to see your thongs
I kinda dig them old school cute regular draws

I'll call before I come (and I will pause for your cause)
I won't just won't pop over out the blue
I hope that you do too
I'll call before I come
I won't just won't pop over out the blue
No, after you

I'm a gentleman, I'm a satisfy your soul
And then I'm a get mine
Like Wimbledon we back and forth across the court
Until we give out, do you take it all or spit it out
Are you faking the funk and living a lie
Do you really know what it feels like
To have no control over the G spot?
It's like a brand new pair of Reeboks or a junkie freshly detoxed
You feel the tingling all over like convulsions or the rooster pox
I used to not give a damn
But now I make it a point just to please you
So you can go back and tell all your buddies, I Pretty D'd you

I'll call before I come
I won't just won't pop over out the blue
I hope that you do too
I'll call before I come
I won't just won't pop over out the blue (OutKast, Hypnotize, Gangsta Boo)
No, after you

Let's see what you wanna do with the Gangsta Boo
Let's cut, nigga, nigga what, I'll cut you too
Coming through in a Escalade limo, tint with shade
Purple haze in the ashtray ready to get a blaze
What's the biz? Nigga, jump on in, relax with a lady
With a reputation known for sexing niggas 'til they crazy
What you mean, dog? Telling a playa like Boo to call before I come
You a game, I'm fucking you for fun
Join the bandwagon, nigga, it's the Gangsta Boo party
Everybody wanna join, come and freak with somebody
Riding Jaguars, riding Prowlers, all sports cars
Hitting strip bars wit the top down, fuck y'all
Groupie, you need to be glad you even knew me
Do me and tell all my friends you truly blew me (bitch)

I'll call before I come
I won't just won't pop over out the blue
I hope that you do too
I'll call before I come
I won't just won't pop over out the blue
No, after you

Nigga, you better dial 404-485, we'll bump all that
But shit, you'd better call before you get here and that's a fact
Before you get your feelings hurt
Because you caught me playing nurse
Wit a stethoscope running around in one of those cute short white skirts
I tried to tell you, but you wouldn't respond to idle wishes
Peeped in the window, saw me cooking shrimp
In high heels and washing dishes
For Daddy Fat Sax and it was something I couldn't explain
I know it's a dirty, dirty game, but you should called before you came

I'll call before I come
I won't just won't pop over out the blue
I hope that you do too
I'll call before I come
I won't just won't pop over out the blue
No, after you

I'll call before I come
I won't just won't pop over out the blue
I hope that you do too
I'll call before I come

I won't just won't pop over out the blue
No, after you

Overall Meaning

The song "I'll Call Before I Come" by Outkast feat. Gangsta Boo & Ec's is about respecting boundaries, particularly when it comes to intimate relationships. The first two verses, performed by Andre 3000, assert his gentlemanly behavior. He emphasizes that he won't show up unannounced, hoping that his partner will extend the same courtesy. Andre 3000 also proclaims his preference for old-school underwear, indicating a desire for authenticity rather than artificial sexuality. He asserts his willingness to please his partner, even discussing the elusive "G spot," expressing a genuine interest in his partner's pleasure.

Gangsta Boo's verse is contrasting with this. She is confident, speaks her mind, and exudes a sense of ownership over her sexuality. She is depicted as a strong woman who enjoys sex but is not interested in long-term commitment. Gangsta Boo expresses that men should call before going to her place, subtly implying that they won't be satisfied if they come with different expectations.

The song conveys the message that respect and communication are essential in all relationships, particularly in intimate ones. The lyrics emphasize the importance of understanding each other's boundaries and expectations, leading to satisfactory experiences for both parties.

Line by Line Meaning

I'll call before I come
I won't show up without giving advance notice

I won't just pop over, out the blue
I won't appear suddenly and unexpectedly

I hope that you do too
I hope you also give me advance notice before coming over

No after you
I won't come over until you've had a chance to invite me

Oh, thank you Lord for throwing some shy
I'm grateful for being a bit reserved and cautious

Bones in my body let me tell you why
These traits help me avoid embarrassing situations

If not so, I'd be too, too bad
Without this, my behavior might be inappropriate or offensive

When it comes to pink polka dots and plaids
I'm not a fan of eclectic or garish fashion choices

Glad to meet you, my name is Dre
My name is Dre and I'm pleased to make your acquaintance

But you can call me Possum Allawishes Jenkins
But I prefer this silly nickname I made up

Andre 3000 for short
Or you can just refer to me by my stage name

And no I don't want to see your thongs
I'm not interested in seeing your underwear

I kinda dig them old school cute regular draws
I prefer more traditional and modest undergarments

And I will pause for your cause
I'll wait for you to finish what you were saying

I'm a gentleman, I'm a satisfy your soul
I'm respectful and aim to please you emotionally

And then I'm a get mine
But I also prioritize my own satisfaction

Like Wimbledon we back and forth across the court
We engage in a rhythmic and pleasurable sexual activity

Until we give out, do you take it all or spit it
Until we're exhausted, do you swallow or spit out my semen

Are you faking the funk and living a lie
Are you pretending to enjoy it when you're not really into it

Do you really know what it feels like
Do you truly understand the pleasure I'm giving you

To have no control over the G spot?
To experience intense pleasure from stimulation of the G spot

It's like a brand new pair of Reeboks or a junkie freshly detoxed
It's a euphoric and transformative sensation

You feel the tingling all over like convulsions or the rooster pox
Your body experiences waves of pleasure, like convulsions or an itch

I used to not give a damn
I used to be selfish and not care about your satisfaction

But now I make it a point just to please you
But I've changed my ways and prioritize your pleasure

So you can go back and tell all your buddies, I Pretty D'd you
So you can tell your friends that I treated you exceptionally well

Let's see what you wanna do with the Gangsta Boo
Let's see if you're interested in sexual activity with Gangsta Boo

Let's cut, nigga, nigga what, I'll cut you too
Let's engage in sexual activity, or I'll harm you

Coming through in a Escalade limo, tint with shade
Arriving in a luxury SUV with tinted windows

Purple haze in the ashtray ready to get a blaze
Marijuana is in the car and ready to be smoked

What the biz nigga jump on in relax wit a lady
Come inside and enjoy company with a woman

Wit a reputation known for sexing niggas till they crazy
Known to sexually satisfy men to the point of ecstasy

What ya mean dog, telling a play like Boo to call before I come
What do you mean, expecting me to give advance notice before visiting

You a game I'm fucking you for fun
You're just a sex partner, and I'm engaging in it for enjoyment

Join the bandwagon nigga it's a Gangsta Boo party
Join the group of men that have sexual relations with Gangsta Boo

Everybody wanna join come and freak wit somebody
Everyone wants to join and engage in sexual activity with someone

Riding Jaguars, riding Prowlers all sports cars
Driving expensive and flashy sports cars

Hitting strip bars wit the top down, fuck y'all
Going to strip clubs with the roof off the car, ignoring negative comments

Groupie you need to be glad you even knew me
You're lucky to have had sexual interactions with me

Do me and tell all my friends my truly blew me
Have sex with me and tell others that I was exceptional

Bitch
Insulting and derogatory term for a woman

Nigga you better dial 404-584 well bump all that
You better call me before coming over

But shit you'd better call before you get here and that's a fact
You must give me notice before visiting

Before you get your feelings hurt
Or else you might be disappointed

Because you caught me playing nurse
Because you might interrupt me when I'm dressed up as a nurse

Wit a stethoscope running around in one of those cut shot white skirts
Wearing a white skirt and a stethoscope as part of a nurse costume

I tried to tell you, but you wouldn't respond to idle wishes
I attempted to give you warning, but you weren't receptive

Peeped in the window saw me cooking shrimp
Looking through the window, you may see me cooking shellfish

In high heels and washing dishes
While wearing high-heeled shoes and cleaning dishes

For Daddy Fat Sax and it's something I couldn't explain
For my partner Daddy Fat Sax, and it's difficult to describe

I know it's a dirty, dirty game, but you should called before you came
I acknowledge that my lifestyle isn't conventional, but you should have given notice before visiting

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