That's a Good Look
Papoose Lyrics

Now if you got that real ice in ya jewels you off the hook
If you have authentic and expensive jewelry, then you are in good standing.

Real niggaz rock real things, that's a good look
Authenticity and quality in one's possessions are admirable.

But, if you wearing cubic zirconia and then you put
However, if you are wearing cheap imitations and then follow it up with

Fake minks on ya back that's not a good look
wearing fake fur coats, that is not considered admirable.

This is two thousand and five music, live music
The song is reflective of the music style and culture of 2005.

Make you wanna lean to the side and drive stupid
The song's beat, rhythm and lyrics may influence one to listen to the song while driving recklessly.

I'm roc-a-weared cause I salute it
The artist supports and honors the Roc-a-Fella record label as seen in the fashion line created and endorsed by the label.

Them fellas ain't rockin with each other no more this my blueprint
The artist acknowledges the broken relationships between members of Roc-a-Fella and uses the situation as inspiration for his music.

To my the hustlas if you do what you do
The artist addresses hustlers and encourages them to continue working as they do.

And you getting real money man this hooks for you
If one is making real money, then they can appreciate the following lyrics.

If you made it out the hood and took ya crew
If one managed to escape a difficult situation and bring people with them, it is admirable.

That's gangsta love, it's a good look for you
This move is seen as courageous and admirable in some circles.

If you ran into some money and you took ya boo
If an individual's financial status improves and they take their significant other along with them, it is commendable.

That's gangsterous love, it's a good look for you
This type of love is seen as brave and admirable in some communities.

Tim put his produce to it
Timbaland contributed to the making of the song.

Pap put his Poose to it
Papoose added his unique style and touch to the song.

It's a new era in rap get used to it
The song suggests an evolving era of rap music.

Kay Slay told me just do it how you do it
DJ Kay Slay advised Papoose to maintain his unique style of delivery.

He said Pap if they spit fire, then you fluid
DJ Kay Slay advised Papoose to remain resilient and keep up with industry standards.

If you got that new whip on the road you off the hook
One is in good standing if they are seen driving a new car.

Real niggaz drive real cars, that's a good look
The possession of a genuine, high-quality vehicle is a respectable indicator of one's social status.

But if a bullshit ass ride is what you push
However, if one is driving a low-quality car

And you still got spinners, that's not a good look
and have installed spinner wheels, it is not seen as an admirable combination.

Two thousand and five a lot gone change
2005 marked a significant shift in the music industry.

I don't think you muthafuckas know my name (Papoose)
The artist claims that his name, Papoose, is not widely known among other rappers.

Real niggaz pop those thangs
Genuine, authentic individuals display real objects with pride.

Neva let another man pop ya chain
One should not allow another person to steal or take their jewelry chain.

They call me Pap Dapper Don, cause the Don Dapper
The artist's nickname is Pap Dapper Don due to his well-dressed attire and demeanor.

And when Pap pack his long, hit ya brod faster
When the artist unholsters his firearm, the perceived danger increases.

After Pap bag ya brod, kick ya nat swagga charm
Following the artist's robbery, the victim's self-confidence and self-esteem may deteriorate.

Throw dem black khakis on, never back track I'm gone
The artist discards his clothes after committing a crime and quickly moves on.

Go to war with the pussy like Afghanistan
The artist engages in sexual activity with the aggressive nature of a combat soldier.

My weapon is black magic wand
The artist's figurative weapon is his creative talent.

Getting head while I'm driving eyes rolling back tap the horn
While driving, the artist is receiving oral sex and moans loudly, accidentally pressing the car horn.

Hit ya whip Black I'm gone
The artist narrowly avoids crashing into another car while driving.

Shouldh've had ya hazards on
The other driver should have warned others before stopping abruptly.

Know the trap rap alone
The artist is aware of the dangers and risks of creating drug-related music.

Ass, backsnapper Don
The artist is skilled at snapping his fingers to the rhythm of music.

Da fast rapper, ass capper, Ass tapper, splash at her, laugh at her
The artist demonstrates his ability to rap quickly and entertain women.

Rat tatter, tat tatter crones
The artist creates a rhyming sequence of words (rat tatter, tat tatter) and addresses certain individuals (crones).

Da cash stacker dat matters Pap's bad as Funs
The artist is a successful money manager and has a notorious reputation.

The pedal to the metal, metal to the chase
The artist is driving with great speed and urgency.

I put the rap to the track, treble to the base
The artist adds his rap lyrics and voice to the instrumental music and enhances the sound.

Put the charm to that girl that you cheat on hater
The artist is talented at convincing a woman who a man is cheating on to stay with him.

Stop now 'fore I keep on later (Preach on player)
The artist cautions his listeners to stop engaging in negative behaviors before he provides more commentary on it.

Everybody cop jewels from Jacob they off the hook
People typically buy authentic and expensive jewelry from Jacob and feel proud and empowered.

They all spending millions of dollars to get a look
The individuals are willing to expend large sums of money to purchase these items.

But I heard through the Grapevine they all getting took
However, rumors indicate that these people are being scammed and deceived when purchasing items from Jacob.

Jacob selling fake ice, that's not a good look
Jacob's business practices of selling fake diamonds are dishonest and unethical.

Everybody playa hatin each other they off the hook
People typically slander and envy each other in attempts to attain a higher status.

As soon as you get your feet in the door they step on ya foot
Once an individual begins to see their hard work pay off, others will attempt to hinder their success.

They play the game but they ain't playin it by the book
These individuals do not follow the rules or expected standards of conduct in their attempts to succeed.

Jay the president of Def Jam, that's a good look
Jay-Z's appointment as the president of Def Jam records is seen as a respectable achievement.

Got some many clothes my closet look like a store
The artist owns a vast collection of clothes.

Ya'll niggaz is bums, I got closed like a door
The artist considers those who do not have a large wardrobe or quality clothes to be inadequate in comparison to himself.

Niggaz hate to see me in the lex, the ladies love me
Male individuals dislike seeing the artist driving a Lexus, while females are fond of him.

Cause they know I'll put a lean on 'em like bankruptcy
Women know that the artist can persuade them to do anything he wants, just as banks can force individuals into bankruptcy.

See a weakling playin a crook don't believe him
The artist recognizes an individual posing as something they're not and suggests not believing them.

Believe, achieve, stay focused on succeeding
The artist encourages others to believe in themselves, achieve success, and remain concentrated on their goals.

Open ya eyes realize what you see in
The artist implores individuals to fully understand and recognize what they are seeing.

It's not what it looks like, looks are deceiving
One should scrutinize and look beyond appearances, as they can be misleading.