Blue Angels
Pras Lyrics


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Dirty Cash *echoes*
Dirty Cash *echoes*
Yeah, uhh
[singers] Uhhh! Blue Angels, Blue Angels, Blue Angels!
Yo, yo, yo
Yo it's the ghetto diplo', bridgin like the Tri-Boro
Victory is endless cause we all want a hero
Blazing Saddles so stop horsing around
From sunup to sundown, it's the world renowned
It's hard to be real when them cats are make believe
Stop it please, come run wit deez
If you can't feel me, then get up and leave
Cause I'm automated life flyin, Fate is on her knees
Locate the object, pinpoint my movin target
Pray for them, and bless em, like Sister Margaret
Got more alumni than the grad school of Harvard
Beat Street the movie was my all time favorite
So can you stand the smell of a black powder
My B.I. is 700, horsepower
Burnin rubber, break you off somethin proper
Love it or not, I'm the man of the hour, yeah
[singers]
Just when you thought my shine was burnin out
Them cats were down and out, in the heat of the night
There ain't no problems baby we can't get through
You gotta believe in me, and I'll believe in you
Uhhh! Blue Angels, Blue Angels, Blue Angels!
Yo.. yo, yo, yo
Yo she was hot to death, like the story Macbeth
When your marked for death it's a matter of life or death
I'ma cherish and nourish every single breath
When there's no one left, I'ma carry your footprints
step by step, walkin through the, twentieth
century, eyes on me
When the dogs start barkin you must set them free
Go in-Between the Sheets just like the Isley's
I'ma kill em precisely, indirectly
Choose my women wisely, Charlie's Angels got my back
as if I was Bosley, bout to get rowdy
So pray to Mother Mary, you think this is easy?
Be a cold day in Hell before I let you come and get me
So stop actin frowsy, that's the one-fifty
Holler if you hear me make your move if you ready
Dirty Cash, Navy Seals, reppin through your city, what?
[singers]
Just when you thought my shine was burnin out
Them cats were down and out, in the heat of the night
There ain't no problems baby we can't get through
You gotta believe in me, and I'll believe in you
Uhhh! Blue Angels, Blue Angels, Blue Angels!
Yo.. yeah, yo, yo
Hey yo the way I feel now you cats can drop dead
Jump up and spread then take off them threads
You heard what I said, don't be misled
Navy Seals what? Running over chickenheads
Run like I'm a caca, act like a bobaka
My ears shoot the street, just to take out the impostor
Tomorrow never dies when she reveals her eyes
Keep your eyes on the prize, for Pras is the prize
Tough guys get penalized, cut down to size
It's the one that be witchu that be the true spies
Never say never when we can make it together
ReFugees are tougher than ever, what?
[singers]
Just when you thought my shine was burnin out
Them cats were down and out, in the heat of the night
There ain't no problems baby we can't get through
You gotta believe in me, and I'll believe in you
Uhhh! Blue Angels, Blue Angels, Blue Angels!
[singers]
Just when you thought my shine was burnin out
Them cats were down and out, in the heat of the night
There ain't no problems baby we can't get through




You gotta believe in me, and I'll believe in you
Uhhh! Blue Angels, Blue Angels, Blue Angels!

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of "Dirty Cash" sets the tone for the rest of the song: "Dirty Cash *echoes*/ Yeah, uhh." The repeated cries of "Dirty Cash" emphasizes the emphasis on money and materialism in society. Pras, one third of the legendary hip-hop group The Fugees, raps about his experiences and observations of the world around him, specifically the world of celebrity and success. He compares himself to the Blue Angels, the US Navy's flight demonstration squadron, as they soar high above and are admired by many.


Pras references several pop culture icons throughout the song, including the movie Beat Street, the TV show Charlie's Angels, and even Shakespeare's Macbeth. He talks about being marked for death and how life is a matter of life or death, a nod to the violent world he lives in. Despite the obstacles, Pras remains confident and determined, believing that he and his crew, the Navy Seals, can take on anything.


Overall, "Dirty Cash" is a boastful track that showcases Pras's talents as a rapper and his observations on society. It highlights the prevalence of materialism and the hardships faced by those in the entertainment industry, while also celebrating the power and strength of unity and determination.


Line by Line Meaning

Dirty Cash echoes
The repetition of the phrase emphasizes the idea of 'dirty cash' which could refer to money obtained through immoral or illegal means.


Yeah, uhh
The interjection 'yeah' expresses agreement or confirmation, while 'uhh' implies hesitation or uncertainty.


[singers] Uhhh! Blue Angels, Blue Angels, Blue Angels!
The chorus refers to the United States Navy's Blue Angels precision flying team, possibly as a symbol of excellence, precision, and teamwork.


Yo it's the ghetto diplo', bridgin like the Tri-Boro
The artist, who calls themself the 'ghetto diplo', is connecting or 'bridging' different communities or areas, such as the Tri-Boro bridge connecting three New York City boroughs.


Victory is endless cause we all want a hero
The desire for heroism, leadership and success is a universal goal that is never-ending.


Blazing Saddles so stop horsing around
The singer references the 1974 satirical western film 'Blazing Saddles', and urges people to stop fooling around or wasting time.


From sunup to sundown, it's the world renowned
Throughout the day, the singer is well-known and respected globally.


It's hard to be real when them cats are make believe
Authenticity is difficult to maintain when others are pretending or being fake.


Stop it please, come run wit deez
The artist invites the listener to join them and their crew, and stop pretending or being fake.


If you can't feel me, then get up and leave
If the listener cannot relate to or connect with the artist's message, then they should leave.


Cause I'm automated life flyin, Fate is on her knees
The singer's success and destiny seem to be predetermined or guaranteed, as if on autopilot or automatic control.


Locate the object, pinpoint my movin target
The artist knows exactly what their goals are, and is targeting them precisely.


Pray for them, and bless em, like Sister Margaret
The singer suggests that praying for others and wishing them well, like a nun named Margaret, is a positive action to take.


Got more alumni than the grad school of Harvard
The singer suggests that they have more successful and accomplished acquaintances than even Harvard University graduates.


Beat Street the movie was my all time favorite
The singer mentions a 1984 film called Beat Street, which is one of their favorite movies of all time.


So can you stand the smell of a black powder
The artist asks if the listener can handle the intensity or danger associated with something explosive like gunpowder.


My B.I. is 700, horsepower
The artist's 'B.I.', which could refer to their car or their personal power and energy, is considerable and strong, at 700 horsepower.


Burnin rubber, break you off somethin proper
The singer is driving fast and aggressively, and promises to give the listener something impressive or worthwhile.


Love it or not, I'm the man of the hour, yeah
Whether the listener likes it or not, the singer sees themself as successful, respected and important in the current moment or situation.


[singers] Just when you thought my shine was burnin out
The chorus implies that the artist's success and influence are on the rise, just when people thought it was fading.


Them cats were down and out, in the heat of the night
Those who doubted the artist or were in a difficult situation at night, when things are more challenging, are now proven wrong or defeated.


There ain't no problems baby we can't get through
The artist suggests that any problems can be solved or overcome, as long as they work together with the listener.


You gotta believe in me, and I'll believe in you
The singer encourages mutual trust and support.


Yo she was hot to death, like the story Macbeth
The object of the artist's affection was very attractive, and this could be a reference to Shakespeare's tragedy 'Macbeth', which features murder, ambition and deceit.


When your marked for death it's a matter of life or death
The possibility of being killed is a serious, life-or-death situation.


I'ma cherish and nourish every single breath
The singer promises to value and take care of each moment or breath of life they share with someone else.


When there's no one left, I'ma carry your footprints
Even when people are gone or have left a situation, the singer promises to remember and honor their presence or influence.


step by step, walkin through the, twentieth century, eyes on me
The artist is moving forward through time and history, with the attention and focus of others on them.


When the dogs start barkin you must set them free
When obstacles, distractions or enemies arise, it is best to leave them behind or ignore them.


Go in-Between the Sheets just like the Isley's
The singer references a song by The Isley Brothers called 'Between the Sheets', which is about a romantic encounter, and suggests they will pursue something similar.


I'ma kill em precisely, indirectly
The singer will defeat their opponents accurately and effectively, but also in a subtle or unexpected way.


Choose my women wisely, Charlie's Angels got my back
The artist is careful and selective about who they form relationships with, and references a popular TV show called 'Charlie's Angels', which features female crimefighters who help and protect others.


as if I was Bosley, bout to get rowdy
The artist is like the character of Bosley from 'Charlie's Angels', who is supportive but also capable of being aggressive or confrontational when necessary.


So pray to Mother Mary, you think this is easy?
The artist suggests that facing their challenges or achieving their goals is difficult, and relies on prayer or faith in a higher power like Mary, the mother of Jesus.


Be a cold day in Hell before I let you come and get me
The singer will do everything in their power to avoid being caught or defeated by their opponents, even if it means going to extreme lengths.


So stop actin frowsy, that's the one-fifty
The artist tells others to stop being dull or unenergetic, and references the 150th precinct in New York City, possibly to suggest their authority or influence.


Holler if you hear me make your move if you ready
The singer invites the listener to respond or take action if they are willing or prepared.


Dirty Cash, Navy Seals, reppin through your city, what?
The singer references 'Dirty Cash' again, and suggests that they, along with the elite Navy Seals military unit, are representing or making their presence felt in the listener's location.


[singers] Just when you thought my shine was burnin out
The chorus is repeated again, reinforcing the idea that the singer's success and influence are increasing rather than fading.


Them cats were down and out, in the heat of the night
The same line is repeated, continuing the theme of overcoming obstacles and adversity.


There ain't no problems baby we can't get through
The same line is repeated for emphasis.


You gotta believe in me, and I'll believe in you
The same line is repeated for emphasis.


Uhhh! Blue Angels, Blue Angels, Blue Angels!
The chorus is repeated one more time to conclude the song.




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: PRAS MICHEL, JERRY DUPLESSIS, BARRY GIBB

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@lmcmill5964

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@michaeljackson6613

That whole album was dope. Pras is top 10 in underrated MCs.

@drtoffee3533

This Song is over than 20 years old ! This is real hip Hop Music !!!!! I will Love it all my life Long !!!!

@ghostoftheyoutubefuture2630

We were SPOILT to have rap music like this on commercial radio in the 90s. Absolute banger.

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@dullsearake

Underrated jam, remember this clearly. Catchy vocal hook!

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@DefLepRock83

This song was very underrated, I remember hearing it on the radio at my nana’s house but only because my cousin was blasting it upstairs πŸ˜‚ he got told off too!

@Hilands3000

Love this song, finally I get to see the clip. Been waiting since 98

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