Don't Hold Back
Public Announcement Lyrics

PA, 2G
Public Announcement is back with two new members.

(Yippe-yi, yippe-yo, yippe-ya, what?)
Vocal sounds to hype up the song.

What you thought? (Huh!)
Rhetorical question to show the group's confidence in their return.

We was gone? (Wha-t?!?)
Expresses surprise and disbelief that people thought they disappeared.

Mack, Ace, L.C., Feloney
Introducing the group members.

All the time watchin you smellin' good
Notices and admires a woman's physical appearance.

Walkin by, can I get a hey or a hi
Asks for a simple greeting from the woman.

Baby I want to know your name
Expresses interest in getting to know the woman better.

Second your game, third you're independent
Notes that in addition to her looks, she also has positive qualities like confidence and independence.

And you're out here doin your thang
Admires and respects the woman for pursuing her own interests and goals.

(Gone rock on with ya bad self)
Encouraging words for the woman to continue doing what she does best.

(Yo the bizness with your bad self)
Further complimenting the woman's skills and abilities.

want to let you know that if you available let me know
Expresses interest in getting to know the woman better, while also respecting her relationship status.

So we can holla and I can take this thing to the next level
Desires to take their relationship to a more intimate level if both parties are interested.

Dip out with me you're vip sexy baby
Asks the woman to join him for a VIP, exclusive experience.

I want to check you out show you what the hell I'm all about, hmm
Desires to impress and show the woman what he's capable of.

Baby don't hold back
Urges the woman to let loose and not hold back.

Can I body bump you like that
Asks for permission to dance close and intimately.

I like the way them cards is stacked
Metaphor referring to how the dance and attraction between them is building up.

Movin it front to back
Describing the dance moves and attraction between them.

Got me open just like that
Expresses how the woman has captivated him, and how he's emotionally invested.

I'm feelin how you're shakin that
Expressing how attractive he finds her dance moves.

You at my spot now
Indicates that they are now in a private place together.

Relax and let your hair down
Encouraging the woman to relax and feel comfortable.

Candlelight and crystal
Describes the romantic ambiance in the room.

Kick back while I lay it down
Encouraging the woman to relax and let him take charge.

Ain't no need to rush the vibe just let it ride
Expresses the desire to enjoy the moment and not rush things.

(Cause we got) more plenty nights (to put) this thing in flight
Emphasizes that there's no hurry as they have more time to build a deeper connection.

(But if) you really want to get it on just let me know
Respectful affirmation of consent, while also acknowledging that she may desire more intimacy.

(Cause I got) sexual healin and a love tko
Referencing sexual songs by Marvin Gaye and Teddy Pendergrass, suggesting his ability to please her.

(We can) get between the sheets (and we'll) turn up the heat
Suggesting intimacy in a respectful and mutual manner.

(As I) kiss all over your body you will come back for me oh
Promising to please the woman with his actions and skills.

Yeah don't front you no you got me open
Acknowledging how much he likes her and how much she affects him.

Add motion controlling my emotion
Describing how she affects him emotionally and physically.

Provoking a nigga on hard
Hyperbolic description of his sexual arousal and desire for her.

If you don't want to finish this baby don't even start
Expressing that he wants commitment and to pursue something deeper, not just a casual fling.

Make me want to take you shopping the way you get me brick hard
Hyperbolic description of his desire and willingness to fulfill her materialistic wants.

Like some two thousand rims you flickin hard
Comparing her attractiveness to the allure of flashy material possessions.

Can you shake it like that for real, for real
Asking if she can really dance and move like she does, expressing awe and attraction.

can you bounce it like that for real, for real
Asking if she can dance and move in a way that he finds attractive.

You the business like stock exchange
Complimenting her attractiveness and value.

The way you pop that thang you proper with thangs
Complimenting her dance moves.

The reason why a nigga keep a pen on 'em
Metaphorically expressing that he wants to keep his 'writing skills' sharp in case he needs to impress her.

Don't care if chicken stelling his girlfriend on him
Suggesting that he's not afraid of competition or any negative consequences when it comes to pursuing her.

Come roll with the stars, let adrenalin flow through ya
Inviting her to join him and the group for more exciting experiences.

blood like ya really holdin my drug
Hyperbolic comparison of his desire for her to a drug-like addiction.

When I'm blowin them slugs
Metaphorically expressing his willingness to protect her and fight for her.

Baby we can 'O' like I'm holdin you up
Suggesting that they could reach new heights of pleasure and intimacy together.

Repeat 1 till end
Repeating the chorus of the song.