Turn Me On
Prince Lyrics


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I decided to make a song for my birthday
Yo girl said she’ll throw it back, I told her do it on a Thursday
But she a ho, if I do it right, imma get to go bang bang
But since it’s my birthday, getting litt with my chained gang
I got sauce in my mane frame
I got money with my stage name
I’mma sign a shirt with my name
Sneak dissing yo claim to fame
I don’t sneak, no I’ll say yo name
I don’t got no Reggie brain
Walking 'round with a neck chain
‘Cause I got it for my birthday
Yeah this beat is fire
Imma take yo favorite rapper and imma make him retire
All y’all niggas got mega cars but y’all don’t got no tires
If you ain’t catch on, it’s word play for, never mind
From the beginning my purpose of rapping was playing a game
It started out as an experiment
Then through time, it turned to an actual thing
CT was born
CG was born
The process of this was a hazardous storm
We had some tough beginnings but
Now I have really opened a door
Now I have really opened a door
Coaching the game, but playing on court
I started on rapping
I guess I was sick
Contagious my nigga it started to spread
Starting to spread, it took some time
I ain’t mad nigga, it’s all fine




When it’s all said and done
I gotta be the greatest of all time

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to the song Turn Me Loose by Prince depict a birthday celebration and an egotistical attitude that comes with being a rising rap artist. The artist's "girl" promises to engage in a sexual encounter, but he values his own status more, saying he will "get to go bang bang" by performing well. He also takes pride in his success and wealth, “I got money with my stage name,” and takes shots at other artists with “Sneak dissing yo claim to fame” and “Imma take yo favorite rapper and imma make him retire”. Towards the end of the song, he reflects on his growth as an artist, emphasizing the importance of the game in which he is playing and his desire to be the "greatest of all time".


The lyrics reflect the common themes of braggadocio and partying that are often present in the hip-hop genre. The references to sex and wealth demonstrate the stereotypical "rockstar" lifestyle that is associated with the hip-hop image. The artist's desire to be the greatest of all time is also a common theme in the rap genre, reflecting the competitive nature of the industry.


Line by Line Meaning

I decided to make a song for my birthday
On my birthday, I chose to create a song.


Yo girl said she’ll throw it back, I told her do it on a Thursday
My girlfriend promised to surprise me sexually, and I suggested she do it on my birthday.


But she a ho, if I do it right, imma get to go bang bang
My girlfriend is promiscuous, and if I perform well sexually, we will engage in intercourse.


But since it’s my birthday, getting litt with my chained gang
As it is my birthday, I plan on celebrating with my friends and fans at a party.


I got sauce in my mane frame
I have swag and style that stems from my confidence in my abilities.


I got money with my stage name
My stage name is lucrative, and I have accumulated wealth from my career.


I’mma sign a shirt with my name
I will autograph a shirt with my name for one of my fans.


Sneak dissing yo claim to fame
I am subtly criticizing your attempt to gain recognition.


I don’t sneak, no I’ll say yo name
I will blatantly reference you by name when expressing my discontent.


I don’t got no Reggie brain
I am not foolish or naive like someone who would smoke low-quality marijuana.


Walking 'round with a neck chain
I am wearing a necklace as an accessory.


‘Cause I got it for my birthday
I received the necklace as a gift for my birthday.


Yeah this beat is fire
The instrumental track for this song is exceptional in its quality and style.


Imma take yo favorite rapper and imma make him retire
I am so talented as a rapper that I could surpass your favorite artist and prompt his or her retirement.


All y’all niggas got mega cars but y’all don’t got no tires
All of you have impressive vehicles, but you lack the necessary components, such as tires, to utilize them properly.


If you ain’t catch on, it’s word play for, never mind
If you did not understand the clever wordplay in my previous line, don't worry, it was insignificant.


From the beginning my purpose of rapping was playing a game
Since I started my career as a rapper, my goal was to have fun and enjoy the process like a game.


It started out as an experiment
Initially, I was simply testing the waters and trying something new.


Then through time, it turned to an actual thing
As I gained experience and developed my style, rapping became a sincere pursuit and part of my identity.


CT was born
My persona as a rapper was created.


CG was born
Another persona or identity was developed alongside my rapping name.


The process of this was a hazardous storm
Becoming a successful rapper was difficult and required hard work, but it was a thrilling adventure.


We had some tough beginnings but
Initially, there were obstacles and challenges to overcome.


Now I have really opened a door
As a successful rapper, I have gained access to new opportunities and experiences.


Coaching the game, but playing on court
I am strategically managing my career while also being an active participant in the rap industry.


I started on rapping
My introduction to the music industry began with rapping.


I guess I was sick
My talent as a rapper was so strong that it could be described as a kind of unusual talent or skill.


Contagious my nigga it started to spread
My unique style and music were so captivating that they began to spread rapidly in the music scene.


Starting to spread, it took some time
It was a gradual but powerful development in the music industry.


I ain’t mad nigga, it’s all fine
I am not resentful about the challenges or criticisms I've faced along the way, as I am content with my success.


When it’s all said and done
Ultimately, when I look back on my career, after everything I've accomplished.


I gotta be the greatest of all time
I desire to be recognized as the best musician in my genre, of all-time.




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Written by: Tim Bodu

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@rmm6637

inspectorbudget Here are the lyrics, basically a silly argument skit. "
Woman overboard, everybody on the ground 
10 toes goin’ up, 10 toes goin’ down 
Got the gun pointin’ at ‘cha 
We’re never gonna cut our hair 
(Come here, let me cut that hair) No! 

Gotta, gotta 
(My body wanna tell U 2 take control) 
(This way 2 this purple soul) 

Oh, pretty mama, I think I wanna ride 
Sophie, 4 God’s sake
If U touch the television, I’ll kill U Sophie 

Sol, can U please change the channel 4 God’s sake? 
I don’t care, leave it alone, sit down! 
I can’t stand David Letterman, he looks like a banker 


U don’t have 2 watch Dynasty 2 have an attitude 
Leave it all up 2 me, my love will be, will be your food 
Everybody will have short hair 
Let’s cut it, mama! (Pretty mama) 
I think I wanna ride 
Put the daddy in the front seat, me and the girl outside 
I just want your extra time and your ..... kiss 

Oh my God, isn’t that Prince on television, Sol? {fade out} 
OK Sophie, it’s obvious 
No, wait a minute, I bought this television 
Why’d... why U ruin it 4 me 4 God’s sake? 
Is he the strangest lookin’ thing U’ve ever seen or what? 
U wanna talk strange Sophie? OK, let's talk strange 
Sol, don’t U touch that channel! 
Leave it alone, Sol! 
Sophie, U’re strange, I’m changin’ the channel 
Sol, do U... do U value your life? 
Sit down Sol!"



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@jmac6350

One of my best memories of my grandfather is him watching Prince perform on tv and saying. “Wow, the lady can really dance.”

@joyduckting9837

Lol😂😏

@deannabowlin4350

I’m dying😅😅

@tej226

😂😂😂 the ambiguous 80s lol

@sandracordier4625

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@sweetblaqcoffey962

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@laurahutzel1707

I don't understand how someone can be so feminine, so masculine and so sexy all at the same time.

@duprez2

One word. ANDROGENY

@uncorrupted2786

Simple. Prince was a secret female-to-male transgender.

@no-uo1me

1Word How the HELL is he sexy

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