Play Dirty
Paul Wall Chamillionaire Lyrics

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(featuring 50/50 Twin)

[hook]
Play Dirty
Like I slipped in mud before the game
And The Coach wouldn't even let a playa go change
Play Dirty
I talk more trash than Ali

I float like a butterfly and sting like a bee
Play Dirty
Break ya nose like Rodman did Pippen
The minute you start trippin, I'll slip the banana clip in
Play Dirty
Everything in life ain't fair so sometimes you gotta play dirty
Do you feel me on that there?

[50/50 Twin]
Man fuck a rule book cuddy I play dirty
I cook 2 on stovers when I cook birdies
I got tattoos white boxers T-shirts and slugs
If in the mirror then I'm fixin my mug
I put a nigga on the top floor
I beat him with a jack show him that I'm not a hoe
Fill an application out at papadeaux's
Work my way up to manager and rob the hoes
You never know what I'm gonna do next like a lava lamp
Pull out the pockets on the damn dada pants
Ridin in a throwed lil car hotter than some fiya ants
I be actin like Bin Laden I think I got a problem man
I ain't the baddest in the world but I'm the baddest you done seen
I want you out that car now pull over like trina
Ya patna owe me cash I'm gon get that bank
Put a bomb under the car and a twist in the gas tank what

[hook]

[Paul Wall]
Catch me at the club with a clutch at my waist
If a hata run up I leave a scuff on his face
Blood on his face get drug through a lake
For goodness sake invite the hood to his wake
Banana in ya tail pipe sugar in ya tank
Dis combobulate ya fuel pump when ya car crank
Swallow up ya fear break a bottle on a chair
Grab a model by the hair when you holla in the air
Girl give me your number or I'll steal ya car
Lew hawk at the bar robbing mone from the tip jar
Throw ya neighborhood up if you ain't barrin
And if a busta hold the place don't sit there and ignore it
Break a hata nose dismantle his jaw
Them Hollywood Boys gon handle the bar

If he tries to make a move then take him to the lot
Trunk pop stash pot with the automatic glock

Overall Meaning

The song "Play Dirty" by Paul Wall and Chamillionaire featuring 50/50 Twin is all about playing dirty to get ahead in life. The hook emphasizes the importance of playing dirty at times and not always adhering to the rules to succeed. The lyrics evoke a sense of aggressive bravado as they describe breaking noses, slipping clips in, and beating people with a "jack show." They even mention filling out an application at Papadeaux's and then proceeding to rob the place. It is almost like the rappers are glorifying the act of playing dirty, depicting it as the only way to get ahead in life.

A major theme of the song is the idea that everything in life is not fair, so sometimes you have to play dirty. The lyrics boast about not adhering to the rules and being proud of the fact that they are willing to do whatever it takes to be successful, even if it means breaking the law. The provocative rhyme schemes and language make the song an overall powerful anthem that is sure to get people hyped up.

Overall, "Play Dirty" is an intense and provocative song that glorifies playing dirty to get ahead in life. The song emphasizes the need to sometimes break the rules and do whatever it takes to succeed in life. While the language and subject matter may not be for everyone, the song is sure to appeal to those who enjoy hardcore rap.

Line by Line Meaning

Play Dirty
Don't be afraid to do what it takes to win.

Like I slipped in mud before the game
I've done the hard work, so I have an advantage.

And The Coach wouldn't even let a playa go change
I'm still playing dirty, even if it's against the rules.

I talk more trash than Ali
I'm confident in my abilities and not afraid to hype myself up.

I float like a butterfly and sting like a bee
I'm agile and fast, but I can hit hard too.

Break ya nose like Rodman did Pippen
I'm not afraid of confrontation, and I can be violent if necessary.

The minute you start trippin, I'll slip the banana clip in
If someone tries to cross me, I'm ready to fight back.

Everything in life ain't fair so sometimes you gotta play dirty
Life isn't always fair, so sometimes you need to take matters into your own hands.

Do you feel me on that there?
Do you understand what I'm saying?

Man fuck a rule book cuddy I play dirty
I don't care about the rules, I'll do whatever it takes to win.

I cook 2 on stovers when I cook birdies
I know how to make drugs and sell them.

I got tattoos white boxers T-shirts and slugs
I'm tough and streetwise.

If in the mirror then I'm fixin my mug
I'm always taking care of my appearance.

I put a nigga on the top floor
I will hurt someone badly.

I beat him with a jack show him that I'm not a hoe
I'm not weak, and I can handle myself in a fight.

Fill an application out at papadeaux's
I'll do what it takes to make money, even if it's not legal.

Work my way up to manager and rob the hoes
I'll take advantage of my power to get what I want.

You never know what I'm gonna do next like a lava lamp
I'm unpredictable and dangerous.

Pull out the pockets on the damn dada pants
I'll embarrass someone to assert my power.

Ridin in a throwed lil car hotter than some fiya ants
I have a flashy car and want to be noticed.

I be actin like Bin Laden I think I got a problem man
I'm like a terrorist, I'm dangerous and unpredictable.

I ain't the baddest in the world but I'm the baddest you done seen
I may not be the best, but I'm still dangerous.

I want you out that car now pull over like trina
I'm not afraid to rob someone if I want what they have.

Ya patna owe me cash I'm gon get that bank
If someone owes me money, I'll make sure I get it back.

Put a bomb under the car and a twist in the gas tank what
I'll use extreme measures to get what I want.

Catch me at the club with a clutch at my waist
I'm always armed and ready for a fight.

If a hata run up I leave a scuff on his face
I won't back down from a confrontation.

Blood on his face get drug through a lake
If someone crosses me, I'll hurt them badly.

For goodness sake invite the hood to his wake
I'll make a big spectacle out of my enemies' defeats.

Banana in ya tail pipe sugar in ya tank
I'll sabotage someone's car to get back at them.

Dis combobulate ya fuel pump when ya car crank
I'll make sure someone's car won't start if I want to hurt them.

Swallow up ya fear break a bottle on a chair
I'll use violence to intimidate people and get what I want.

Grab a model by the hair when you holla in the air
I objectify women and don't respect them as individuals.

Girl give me your number or I'll steal ya car
I use intimidation to get what I want from women.

Lew hawk at the bar robbing mone from the tip jar
I'll steal from people even if it's not justified.

Throw ya neighborhood up if you ain't barrin
I'll start a fight if someone disrespects me or my community.

And if a busta hold the place don't sit there and ignore it
I'll act if someone tries to take over my territory or disrespect me.

Break a hata nose dismantle his jaw
I'll use violence to get what I want if necessary.

Them Hollywood Boys gon handle the bar
My friends and I will defend ourselves if someone tries to attack us.

If he tries to make a move then take him to the lot
I'll fight back if someone tries to take advantage of me or my friends.

Trunk pop stash pot with the automatic glock
I'm always armed and ready to shoot someone if I feel threatened.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MARK ROONEY, ARNTHOR BIRGISSON, CHRISTINA MILIAN FLORES, A. BAGGE

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