Hold up
P. Diddy featuring Angela Hunte Lyrics
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I want this shit motherfuckin' blarin'
It ain't loud enough man
Oh these muh'fuckers think I'm goin' play with 'em
Oh I ain't goin' play wit'cha, I ain't goin' play wit'cha man!
Ha ha ha, I need y'all to sing children
Sing, I like it when the children sing
I like it when you sing, I like it when they sing man
Oh it's comin', aw man something's comin'
I like this sound of this, something's comin'
You can picture like a photograph, envision the image
Of one-two-fifth street and Lenox
The old folks their souls are cold like tenants
Tryin' to keep your weight up better eat that spinach
For four twenty-five niggas lives get diminished
The world serious, I'm tryin' to win a pennant
Cops be on patrol through the block every minute
Itchin' just to pop somethin', swearin' I'm a menace
They disturb me but it's love like tennis
Man, cap to the side and my jersey is vintage
Chicks'll make a nigga dick hard like a Guinness
Damn it's a scam but I handle my business
Tryin' to be the man if the Lord be my witness
Do my ? with the walk sign for my physical fitness
16's sicker than all signed flows it's ridiculous
Hold up
[Chorus]
Told y'all really really y'all can't hold up
Told y'all really really y'all can't hold up
Told y'all really really y'all can't hold up
Hold up, hold up hold up hold up hold up
Easy now I'm seein' 'em, mind where you patrol
Fall back young'un, play your lane like a goal
When his majesty speaks, speech defy gravity
Blue tooth nigga but I don't have any cavities
Diddy got it wrapped like cocoons
Pop shit like needles through ? balloons
I urge you to tell a friend, warn a brother
About my splurges, merges with Warner Brothers
Thugs actin' funny cause chicks call me honey
See a 9 figure nigga makin' Bugs Bunny money
Eons beyond bling bling
So I chose to get engaged to these sweet 16's
Make a name, let it bang so beautiful
The theme music for crews that move pharmaceuticals
Or, suitable for, a recruit-able whore
To service the whole crew when we out on tour
Hold up, hold up, hold up, hold up
[Chorus]
It's like the music will literally stop time
(Hold up hold up hold up)
We roll up, 20 deep, cock D swoll up
Get inflicted by my verbal conviction
A Bad Boy but far from a Detroit Piston
You're not focused enough, you're not listenin'
You need to slow down, hold up like kickstand
Hop to it, get on your grind music
Across 110th sharp Caesar with a lime music
Fine-tuned with the proper soul seasoning
Your live shows are boring you're just not pleasin' 'em
Stop teasin' 'em you can't rock Palladium
We bring New York back like that West side stadium
Fuck the game and if the fame went away
Still be the hardest workin' man in entertainment today
Learn a lesson and that's, no questionin' that
No guesswork involved so stop stressin' the facts
Hold up
[Chorus]
The song "Hold Up" by P. Diddy is a rap song that talks about his neighborhood and the struggles that people go through on a daily basis. He talks about how people have to work harder to stay healthy and strong, especially in a world where so much can go wrong. The lyrics are meant to inspire and motivate people to keep pushing forward no matter what.
In the first verse, P. Diddy talks about the neighborhood that he grew up in. He paints a vivid picture of 125th Street and Lenox Avenue, describing it as a place where "old folks their souls are cold like tenants." He also talks about the struggles that people face, saying "for four twenty-five niggas lives get diminished," referring to drug deals gone bad. He talks about how the police are always patrolling the area, itching to "pop somethin'" and how he's seen as a menace despite his best efforts.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Told y'all really really y'all can't hold up," which is a way of saying that he and his friends won't be held back or slowed down by anyone. The second verse talks about his success and how he's made a name for himself in the music industry. He talks about how people act funny around him because of his money and how he's "makin' Bugs Bunny money." He also talks about his desire to bring New York back to its former glory, referencing the West Side stadium.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey yo turn me up in my headphones man
Increase the volume of the audio being played in my headphones
I want this shit motherfuckin' blarin'
I want the audio being played to be extremely loud
It ain't loud enough man
The current level of audio being played is not sufficient
Oh these muh'fuckers think I'm goin' play with 'em
People assume that I won't take things seriously
Oh I ain't goin' play wit'cha, I ain't goin' play wit'cha man!
I will not tolerate being underestimated or not taken seriously
Ha ha ha, I need y'all to sing children
I would like the audience to participate by singing along
Sing, I like it when the children sing
It is enjoyable when the audience sings along to the music
That lets you know something's comin'
The audience's participation indicates that something exciting is about to happen
Oh it's comin', aw man something's comin'
Something exciting is about to take place
I like this sound of this, something's comin'
The sound of the music is enjoyable and indicates that something exciting is about to happen
You can picture like a photograph, envision the image
Imagine the scene and capture it in your mind
Of one-two-fifth street and Lenox
Imagery of a specific location
The old folks their souls are cold like tenants
The older generation is emotionally distant like people who rent and don't own their homes
Tryin' to keep your weight up better eat that spinach
Eating healthy foods like spinach will help maintain strength and energy
For four twenty-five niggas lives get diminished
Lives are put at risk for a small amount of money
The world serious, I'm tryin' to win a pennant
The world is a serious place and I am striving for success
Cops be on patrol through the block every minute
Police officers are constantly monitoring the area
Itchin' just to pop somethin', swearin' I'm a menace
Police officers may be looking for any reason to harm me as they perceive me to be a threat
They disturb me but it's love like tennis
The police's actions may be bothersome but it is part of a game
Man, cap to the side and my jersey is vintage
I wear my cap to the side and vintage clothing
Chicks'll make a nigga dick hard like a Guinness
Women can cause a man to become sexually aroused
Damn it's a scam but I handle my business
The music industry can be deceitful, but I am still able to navigate it successfully
Tryin' to be the man if the Lord be my witness
I am striving to become a successful and respected figure if God is watching over me
Do my ? with the walk sign for my physical fitness
I maintain a healthy lifestyle by walking when I can
16's sicker than all signed flows it's ridiculous
My raps are superior to many others in the industry
Told y'all really really y'all can't hold up
I am unstoppable and no one can hold me down
Easy now I'm seein' 'em, mind where you patrol
Be careful and watch out for potential threats
Fall back young'un, play your lane like a goal
Stay in your own lane and focus on your own goals
When his majesty speaks, speech defy gravity
My words carry a lot of weight and power
Blue tooth nigga but I don't have any cavities
I may flaunt my wealth, but I still take care of my health
Diddy got it wrapped like cocoons
I am successful and have everything under control
Pop shit like needles through ? balloons
I can easily puncture through someone's ego
I urge you to tell a friend, warn a brother
Spread the word and let others know about my talents and success
About my splurges, merges with Warner Brothers
I have lucrative deals and partnerships with major corporations like Warner Brothers
Thugs actin' funny cause chicks call me honey
My popularity with women may cause some men to be envious or angry
See a 9 figure nigga makin' Bugs Bunny money
I am incredibly successful and making a large amount of money
Eons beyond bling bling
I have moved past the trend of flashy jewelry
So I chose to get engaged to these sweet 16's
I work with young, talented artists
Make a name, let it bang so beautiful
Create a successful reputation and make it known to the world
The theme music for crews that move pharmaceuticals
My music may appeal to those who are involved in illegal drug activity
Or, suitable for, a recruit-able whore
My music may also be enjoyed in strip clubs or by sex workers
To service the whole crew when we out on tour
Sex workers may be hired to entertain the group while on tour
It's like the music will literally stop time
The music has a profound effect on the listener
We roll up, 20 deep, cock D swoll up
I arrive with a large entourage
Get inflicted by my verbal conviction
My words are powerful and persuasive
A Bad Boy but far from a Detroit Piston
I may be affiliated with the Bad Boy record label, but I am not associated with the Detroit Pistons basketball team
You're not focused enough, you're not listenin'
People are not paying enough attention to me
You need to slow down, hold up like kickstand
People need to take a break and pay more attention to what I am saying
Hop to it, get on your grind music
Get motivated and start working hard
Across 110th sharp Caesar with a lime music
My music is sophisticated and refined
Fine-tuned with the proper soul seasoning
My music is carefully crafted and executed with soul
Your live shows are boring you're just not pleasin' 'em
Performances are not enticing to the audience
Stop teasin' 'em you can't rock Palladium
Stop giving false hope that you can perform at a legendary venue like the Palladium
We bring New York back like that West side stadium
Our music is helping to revive the New York hip hop scene
Fuck the game and if the fame went away
I do not need to rely on the current state of the music industry or my fame to be successful
Still be the hardest workin' man in entertainment today
I will still be dedicated and driven even if my fame or the industry changes
Learn a lesson and that's, no questionin' that
There is an important lesson to be learned from this
No guesswork involved so stop stressin' the facts
There is no need to worry or speculate because the facts are clear
Hold up
Pause and take a moment
Chorus
Repeating the lyrics of the chorus
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GLENN C JOHNSON, JERRY EUGENE PETERS, KEJUAN WALIEK MUCHITA, SEAN COMBS, TROY DONALD JAMERSON
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