Can I Have It Like That
Pharrell Williams feat. Gwen Stefani Lyrics


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Ladies and gentlemen
Yeszir
Let's do it!
Yeszir

Yo, on and on and my nuts I'm palming
Take two of these and call me in the morning
You should see the way the chain heart is to charmin'
Flying like a bird like Nelly Furtado
Shit pop ya bottles toast to screen cheers!
Getcha 2-step cuz it's the record of the year
Nigga that brought you ice creams 2 for a pair
Officially announcing that this is warfare
'Cause back in the day my clouds was grey
And it seemed like my angels couldn't blow them away
But then I sold my first verse that cut the NSX
But I was still ridin' in them thin ass jets
But now

Man, my business so clear out the window of the leer
And I'm talking on my celly all this shit that you should hear
Listen clearly now
Hello, can you hear me now?

Can I have it like that?
You got it like that
Can I have it like that?
You got it like that
Can I have it like that?
You got it like that
Can I have it like that?
You got it like that

So, drop ya purse, and grab ya hips
And act like ya tryin' to get this money right quick
So can I have it like that?
You got it like that
Can I have it like that?
You got it like that

On and on and this beat is zoning
I control the mind straight over the phone
Let 'em explore the words something like a tourist
They never get addicted unless the headywop is serious
From Louisdales to Jimmy Choos is real
She knows the time she sees the Richard Mille
Flat double skeletal tourbillon
It's just like her body move it turns her on
She like the way my hands use her body for hand warmers
And all our car doors go up like Transformers
See I can do it thisaway I can do it thataway
From the crib in Viginia to that new Miami getaway
So cool like new edition that she hollas ya scent
I'll get it ok, let it boil away
But please run along, 'cause ladeez is feelin wrong
And I got some right for 'em right after this song
My name is Skate-Board-P

Ladies and gentlemen

Can I have it like that?
You got it like that
Can I have it like that?
You got it like that
Can I have it like that?
You got it like that
Can I have it like that?
You got it like that

So, drop ya purse, and grab ya hips
And act like ya tryin' to get this money right quick
So can I have it like that?
You got it like that
Can I have it like that?
You got it like that

On and on and the temperatures warming
I spit heat flashes, niggas get nautious
Bright as a bitch
So analyze with caution
When the light hit the ice bet a 100 that you vomit
Should I mention the fact the transition is the track
No one change into the vision just to get me where I'm at
No skateboy P too grown
Riding up and down college in that new two-tone
It's so cold you don't wanna feel the chill of it (Uh!)
Just stand back and just look at the grill of it (Uh!)
I don't smoke but I bet the sense a mil' of it
Totally intensifies the vivid-ass appeal of it
You can be jealous, and grit your teeth (Uh huh)
But all these little niggas got somethin' in reach
So, you want heat? These niggas can front heat
While I'm on my boat party, tryin' to Sunseek
My name is Skate-Board-P
Ladies and Gentlemen

Can I have it like that? (You got it like that)
Can I have it like that? (You got it like that)
Can I have it like that? (You got it like that)
Can I have it like that? (You got it like that)
So drop your purse and grab your hips (Uh huh)
And act like you tryin' to get this money right quick




So can I have it like that? (You got it like that)
Can I have it like that? (You got it like that)

Overall Meaning

The song "Can I Have It Like That" by Pharrell Ft. Gwen Stefani is an upbeat track that boasts about one's success and ability to have whatever they want. The lyrics showcase Pharrell's confident persona, with lines like "Man, my business so clear out the window of the leer" and "You can be jealous, and grit your teeth." He also references his previous success with the Neptunes-produced hits "Ice Creams" to establish his music credentials. Pharrell's rapping is interspersed with Gwen Stefani providing the catchy hook which repeatedly asks "Can I have it like that?" and celebrates their lavish lifestyle.


Moreover, the verses are filled with flamboyant metaphors and references to designer brands, such as Louis Vuitton, Jimmy Choo, and Richard Mille's luxury watches. The lyrical content promotes living life to the fullest and indulging in material possessions. However, these lyrics are often juxtaposed with Pharrell's smooth flow, making them sound more playful and light-hearted rather than arrogant.


Overall, "Can I Have It Like That" is a song about living the high life and celebrating success, with catchy hooks that emphasize the beat's party-ready vibe.


Line by Line Meaning

Ladies and gentlemen
Introducing the start of the song


Yo, on and on and my nuts I'm palming
I'm confident and unstoppable


Take two of these and call me in the morning
My expertise is like medicine, it'll make you feel better


You should see the way the chain heart is to charmin'
The chain around my neck has a heart, it's irresistible


Flying like a bird like Nelly Furtado
I'm soaring high like a bird, free as can be


Shit pop ya bottles toast to screen cheers!
Let's celebrate and raise our glasses in a cheers


Getcha 2-step cuz it's the record of the year
Dance to this song, it's the best one of the year


Nigga that brought you ice creams 2 for a pair
I'm the one who brought you the hit song 'Ice Creams', buy two for a pair


Officially announcing that this is warfare
I'm declaring that this song is going to win big, it's a competition


'Cause back in the day my clouds was grey
In the past, I had many obstacles and challenges like cloudy days


And it seemed like my angels couldn't blow them away
It felt like my guardian angels couldn't help me overcome my struggles


But then I sold my first verse that cut the NSX
I became successful when I sold my first verse and bought a car


But I was still ridin' in them thin ass jets
Even though I had money, I still traveled in small jets


Man, my business so clear out the window of the leer
My business is so good that I can see success ahead clearly


And I'm talking on my celly all this shit that you should hear
I'm speaking on my cellphone about things you should pay attention to


Can I have it like that?
Can I have things go my way?


You got it like that
You have that power to make things go my way


Can I have it like that?
Can I have things go my way?


You got it like that
You have that power to make things go my way


Can I have it like that?
Can I have things go my way?


You got it like that
You have that power to make things go my way


Can I have it like that?
Can I have things go my way?


You got it like that
You have that power to make things go my way


So, drop ya purse, and grab ya hips
Put down your purse and get ready to dance


And act like ya tryin' to get this money right quick
Move your body like you're trying to make money fast


On and on and this beat is zoning
The beat of this song is addictive and never-ending


I control the mind straight over the phone
I have influence even over the phone


Let 'em explore the words something like a tourist
Let the listeners explore the lyrics like tourists exploring new places


They never get addicted unless the headywop is serious
Listeners only get addicted to the song if it's serious and high-quality


From Louisdales to Jimmy Choos is real
From expensive horses to shoes, I have it all for real


She knows the time she sees the Richard Mille
She knows luxury when she sees my expensive watch


Flat double skeletal tourbillon
My watch has a sophisticated feature called a tourbillon


It's just like her body move it turns her on
My watch is so impressive, it even turns her on


She like the way my hands use her body for hand warmers
She enjoys when I touch her body to warm up my hands


And all our car doors go up like Transformers
Our car doors open upwards like a Transformer


See I can do it thisaway I can do it thataway
I can do things differently depending on my mood


From the crib in Viginia to that new Miami getaway
From my house in Virginia to my new vacation spot in Miami


So cool like new edition that she hollas ya scent
So cool like a boy band New Edition, she calls me out by name


I'll get it ok, let it boil away
I'll take care of it and let it simmer down


But please run along, 'cause ladeez is feelin wrong
Please leave, because the women are feeling uncomfortable


And I got some right for 'em right after this song
I have something better for them, right after this song


My name is Skate-Board-P
My name is Skateboard P, the artist behind this song


On and on and the temperatures warming
The song continues and everything is heating up


I spit heat flashes, niggas get nautious
I rap so hot that people get nauseous


Bright as a bitch
Really bright, like a female dog


So analyze with caution
Be careful when analyzing my lyrics


When the light hit the ice bet a 100 that you vomit
The diamonds in my jewelry shine so bright that it can make someone sick


Should I mention the fact the transition is the track
I should mention that the transition in the song is what makes it great


No one change into the vision just to get me where I'm at
I didn't change who I am to become successful


No skateboy P too grown
I'm too grown to still go by the name Skateboy P


Riding up and down college in that new two-tone
I drive around in my new two-tone car near the college campus


It's so cold you don't wanna feel the chill of it (Uh!)
I'm so impressive that it's intimidating, like cold weather


Just stand back and just look at the grill of it (Uh!)
Just step back and admire the front of my car


I don't smoke but I bet the sense a mil' of it
I don't smoke, but I still bet a million dollars on it


Totally intensifies the vivid-ass appeal of it
It adds to the visual appeal


You can be jealous, and grit your teeth (Uh huh)
You can be envious and angry about my success


But all these little niggas got somethin' in reach
Younger artists have the potential to reach the same level of success as me


So, you want heat? These niggas can front heat
If you want competition, these other artists can bring it


While I'm on my boat party, tryin' to Sunseek
While I'm enjoying my time on a boat party, trying to have some fun in the sun


My name is Skate-Board-P
I'm still Skateboard P, the artist behind this great song


Can I have it like that?
Can I have things go my way?


You got it like that
You have that power to make things go my way


Can I have it like that?
Can I have things go my way?


You got it like that
You have that power to make things go my way


Can I have it like that?
Can I have things go my way?


You got it like that
You have that power to make things go my way


Can I have it like that?
Can I have things go my way?


You got it like that
You have that power to make things go my way


So drop your purse and grab your hips (Uh huh)
Put your purse down and start dancing


And act like you tryin' to get this money right quick
Move your body like you're trying to make money fast


Can I have it like that? (You got it like that)
Can I have things go my way? (You have that power to make things go my way)


Can I have it like that? (You got it like that)
Can I have things go my way? (You have that power to make things go my way)




Lyrics © DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PHARRELL WILLIAMS, PHARRELL L WILLIAMS

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Comments from YouTube:

@ErikaMcQueen89

The kids will never know about this Pharrell. I was sophomore in H.S when in my mind came out. I'll take this over Happy anyday.

@rouvoby1223

+Erika McQueen I love the old Pharrell, he was so ahead of his time. He composed all his music. But Happy is still a good song

@MrThomas564

I was in 5th grade when came out.

@tysemuseic5867

+Erika McQueen I do love this song ;D

@kiidtrvnks2779

+Erika McQueen excuse me miss im 12 and this is my favorite my album

@kingheff2771

I feel you baby. I mean when this shit came out I was on some other other ish, asking shorties this same question just to get that same reply! ha-ha!

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@rolandviado

I remember Pharrell's style with the hoodies and ice creams being so bomb back then. Such a shift in hip hop

@bethl.1892

Good times

@xx_gl00m13_xx

I REMEMBER WHEN PHARREL USED TO ROCK THE TIGHT JEANS WITH ICE CREAMS

@carmelloantonio3921

its still dope n im twenty foe

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