Kelly has also produced and performed in many tracks by other R&B and hip-hop artists. In 1994, Kelly produced and wrote the debut album of R&B singer Aaliyah and in 1995, Kelly co-produced and wrote the song "You Are Not Alone" for Michael Jackson, which was included on Jackson's album, HIStory. Kelly has sung the hooks for many notable hip-hop songs, such as "Fuckin' You Tonight" by The Notorious B.I.G., "We Thuggin'" by Fat Joe, "Gigolo" by Nick Cannon, and "Go Getta" by Young Jeezy, and has collaborated for two albums with Jay-Z.
Turn My Swag On
R. Kelly Lyrics
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DXRT FAM
R.I.L
Shxftyyyyy
Ha ha
Yo Bags, Squeezy
Shayan, Breezy
Køsi, all d man dem
Boy dem like a athlete swear d opps dem like run
She pull up to me crib fast like Verizon
Cuzzo gat d 9 but it ain gat no lisense
Knock you out like a Floyd or Tyson
Bullets long and fatter than a cow or bison
If dem try fi run deh get chase like a my rum
Loud in a me spliff and a dat me get high from
When me step up wid me heat
Kno me weapon it a beat
Lef him smelly like a man wha never like to brush he teeth
Coulda swear me need a mop to how she pussy it a leak
Had to clean out de whole block like when you moda deh a sweep
Me whole team deh pon d top why all d rookie dem a sleep
Had to link up a bad thot she say she want fi suck me meat
We gon pull up pan you block faster than u get receipt
Like you uninstall a app d boy dem a go get delete
This a wha e come to
Chilling wid a hottie and she hotter than me
fronto
Lions in d jungle so de dawgs dem ago hunt you
And me gat a drake like me living in Toronto
Keep a nine likka rondo
Sen arn d wife don't stall come pronto
Bud in a she mouth and e reach by she tonsil
Don't shoot vertical shoot horizontal
And e still na nothin
Feel you tough jus likka mutton
If you bad then pussy run up and please try fi touch a button
Binna diss you see d clips and now you cool all of a sudden
Gat d ruger from d states but d Ak wha me ga Russian
Do dem like a eggs because he bout to get a dozen
Talking bout dem bad but dem man softer than a muffin
Open up he head just like d door wha pan d oven
Likkle boy a pussy mussi tek off a he cousin
Cause when I see my opp
I buss my Glock
At he head top
I will not stop
Until he drop until he drop
All when dem call cops
Man barking shots
And laughing not
Dem falling back dem falling back dem falling back
We nuh like chit chat
Gyal dem a tik tok
Me spray me gun like when you spraying insect wid bop
Like kangaroo boy start run and hop
Link wid d bad plug wa from Monserrat
Wait lemme switch it up to sumn kinda simple
Popping at a nigga like just you pop a pimple
Shoot um in he face lef a hole like a dimple
Yeah we gat d heat like d fire pan d kindle
She wait it rough she nuh want it gentle
Fill um up wid led like a number 2 pencil
Messed up in me head sumn wrong wid me mental
Gun dem a beat like a damn instrumental
Mhmmm
She still wan d rugrat uh
On foe
And me still a rugrat
Fuck she and she come back
Put d nigga pan d wall like he was a thumbtack
Fuck she and me mek she ball yeah me kno she love dat
She nuh wan u nat at all yeah she wan de rugrat
Say she wan d rugrat say she wan d rugrat
Mhmmm
Shxfty
R.I.L check?
DXRT FAM
TND
The lyrics to R. Kelly's song "Turn My Swag On" are filled with elements of bragging, confidence, and a sense of empowerment. The song begins with shoutouts to various individuals, presumably friends and associates, highlighting a sense of camaraderie and unity within a group. The lyrics mention names like Bags, Squeezy, Shayan, Breezy, and Køsi, suggesting a close-knit circle.
R. Kelly asserts his dominance and success in the music industry, proclaiming that the track is his own. He compares himself to an athlete, suggesting that he outperforms his competition effortlessly. The mention of Verizon in the line "She pull up to me crib fast like Verizon" may imply that he attracts women who are quick and efficient in their actions.
The lyrics also incorporate references to violence and firearms, depicting a tough and dangerous image. R. Kelly claims to possess a firearm without a license and threatens to knock someone out like boxing legends Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Mike Tyson. The lyrics further illustrate a propensity for violence, comparing bullets to the size of cows and bisons and pursuing opponents relentlessly. However, these references should not be taken literally but rather as a lyrical expression of strength and power.
The lyrics suggest a certain level of hedonism and substance use, with R. Kelly mentioning "spliff" and getting high. The lines "Lef him smelly like a man wha never like to brush he teeth" imply that R. Kelly's actions cause significant damage or harm to his opponents. The mention of cleaning out the whole block like a broom sweeping further emphasizes his ferocity and dominance in his surroundings.
The lyrics touch upon themes of ambition and success. R. Kelly mentions his team being on top, while rookies are sleeping. It reflects a sense of accomplishment and the desire to surround himself with similarly successful individuals. He also mentions linking up with a woman who wants to indulge in sexual acts, suggesting his ability to attract desirable partners.
The lyrics switch to a different flow midway through the song, showcasing R. Kelly's versatility as he seamlessly transitions to a simpler style. He talks about popping at his enemies as if popping a pimple, using violent imagery to convey his determination to overcome obstacles. References to guns and shooting are again prevalent, continuing the theme of violence and dominance.
The lyrics also contain a sense of sexual prowess and conquest. R. Kelly describes engaging in sexual acts and leaving his partner satisfied. The mention of a "rugrat" could possibly refer to a child, but it's used as a metaphor for sexual satisfaction and desirability. The repetition of the phrase "she wan de rugrat" emphasizes the significance of this aspect.
The overall interpretation of the lyrics is that R. Kelly is asserting his dominance, strength, and success in various aspects of life, including music, violence, and sexual encounters. The lyrics serve as a bold declaration of his capabilities and a representation of his self-confidence and swagger.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo TND
Hey, TND (The Neighborhood Dealer)
DXRT FAM
Shouting out to the DXRT Family
R.I.L
Rest in Love, paying respect to deceased loved ones
Shxftyyyyy
Expressing excitement or celebration
Ha ha
Laughing
Yo Bags, Squeezy
Hey, Bags and Squeezy (nicknames of friends or associates)
Shayan, Breezy
Shouting out to Shayan and Breezy (friends or associates)
Køsi, all d man dem
Greetings to Køsi and all the guys
Hop pan d beat me a tell dem dis a my tun
Jumping on the beat, I'm telling them that this is my song
Boy dem like a athlete swear d opps dem like run
The boys move fast like athletes, the opposition is always trying to escape
She pull up to me crib fast like Verizon
She arrives at my house quickly, just like Verizon's fast service
Cuzzo gat d 9 but it ain gat no lisense
My cousin has a gun, but it's not legally licensed
Knock you out like a Floyd or Tyson
I can knock you out just like Floyd Mayweather or Mike Tyson
Bullets long and fatter than a cow or bison
The bullets I have are long and wider than those of a cow or bison
If dem try fi run deh get chase like a my rum
If they try to run away, they will be pursued like my own rum
Loud in a me spliff and a dat me get high from
Smoking a strong joint is how I get high
When me step up wid me heat
When I approach with my gun
Kno me weapon it a beat
Know that my weapon is ready to shoot
Lef him smelly like a man wha never like to brush he teeth
Leaving him smelling bad, like someone who neglects their dental hygiene
Coulda swear me need a mop to how she pussy it a leak
I might need a mop because her vagina is very wet
Had to clean out de whole block like when you moda deh a sweep
I had to clear out the entire block, just like when your mother is sweeping
Me whole team deh pon d top why all d rookie dem a sleep
My whole team is at the top, while all the rookies are slacking off
Had to link up a bad thot she say she want fi suck me meat
I had to meet up with a promiscuous girl, she said she wants to perform oral sex on me
We gon pull up pan you block faster than u get receipt
We will arrive at your block quicker than you can get a receipt
Like you uninstall a app d boy dem a go get delete
Just like uninstalling an app, the boys will make you disappear
This a wha e come to
This is what it has come to
Chilling wid a hottie and she hotter than me fronto
Relaxing with an attractive girl, and she's even more attractive than me
Lions in d jungle so de dawgs dem ago hunt you
There are lions in the jungle, so the dogs will hunt you down
And me gat a drake like me living in Toronto
I have a gun, just like living in Toronto where rapper Drake is from
Keep a nine likka rondo
I carry a gun like Rajon Rondo, the basketball player
Sen arn d wife don't stall come pronto
Send the address, don't delay, come quickly
Bud in a she mouth and e reach by she tonsil
Put marijuana in her mouth and it reaches her tonsils
Don't shoot vertical shoot horizontal
Shoot horizontally, not vertically
And e still na nothin
And it's still not a big deal
Feel you tough jus likka mutton
Think you're tough, just like mutton (meat)
If you bad then pussy run up and please try fi touch a button
If you're tough, then come forward and try to press a button (engage in a fight)
Binna diss you see d clips and now you cool all of a sudden
If you disrespect, you'll see the gun clips, and suddenly you become calm
Gat d ruger from d states but d Ak wha me ga Russian
I have a Ruger from the United States, but the AK (assault rifle) I got from Russia
Do dem like a eggs because he bout to get a dozen
Dealing with them like eggs because they're about to get twelve bullets
Talking bout dem bad but dem man softer than a muffin
They talk about being tough, but their men are softer than a muffin
Open up he head just like d door wha pan d oven
Open up his head like the door on the oven
Likkle boy a pussy mussi tek off a he cousin
A little boy is a coward, probably learned it from his cousin
Cause when I see my opp
Because when I see my opposition
I buss my Glock
I shoot my Glock (gun)
At he head top
At his head
I will not stop
I won't stop
Until he drop until he drop
I'll keep shooting until he falls to the ground
All when dem call cops
Even when they call the police
Man barking shots
I'm firing shots
And laughing not
And not laughing
Dem falling back dem falling back dem falling back
They're retreating, they're retreating, they're retreating
We nuh like chit chat
We don't like to chit chat
Gyal dem a tik tok
Girls are dancing or moving their bodies sensually
Me spray me gun like when you spraying insect wid bop
I fire my gun just like spraying insect repellent
Like kangaroo boy start run and hop
Like a kangaroo, the boy starts running and jumping
Link wid d bad plug wa from Monserrat
Connect with the dangerous supplier from Monserrat
Wait lemme switch it up to sumn kinda simple
Wait, let me change up the style to something easier
Popping at a nigga like just you pop a pimple
Shooting at someone like popping a pimple
Shoot um in he face lef a hole like a dimple
Shoot him in the face, leaving a hole like a dimple
Yeah we gat d heat like d fire pan d kindle
Yes, we have the heat like the fire on the kindle (starting a fire)
She wait it rough she nuh want it gentle
She wants it rough, she doesn't want it gentle
Fill um up wid led like a number 2 pencil
Fill him up with lead like a number 2 pencil (referring to bullet wounds)
Messed up in me head sumn wrong wid me mental
Something is wrong with my mental state, I'm messed up
Gun dem a beat like a damn instrumental
Guns are firing like a damn instrumental (music)
She still wan d rugrat uh
She still wants the bad boy (rugrat)
On foe
On God
And me still a rugrat
And I'm still a bad boy (rugrat)
Fuck she and she come back
Have sex with her and she keeps coming back
Put d nigga pan d wall like he was a thumbtack
Push the guy against the wall, as if he's a thumbtack
Fuck she and me mek she ball yeah me kno she love dat
Have sex with her and make her moan, I know she loves that
She nuh wan u nat at all yeah she wan de rugrat
She doesn't want you at all, yeah, she wants the bad boy (rugrat)
Say she wan d rugrat say she wan d rugrat
She says she wants the bad boy (rugrat), she says she wants the bad boy (rugrat)
Mhmmm
Expressing satisfaction or agreement
Shxfty
Expressing excitement or celebration
R.I.L check?
Checking if everything is okay in terms of paying respects to the deceased
DXRT FAM
Shouting out to the DXRT Family
TND
Referring to TND (The Neighborhood Dealer)
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Kadeem Whyte
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Libertarian Prince
Kelly killed it on this freestyle!
badgyrl310
Thanks for uploading. I haven't sen this one on youtube either. I love how Kellz can take a song I don't really like, remix it, and make it hot.
Londyn Howard
Can’t nobody take Kellz crown‼️
BlackSunSHINE😘
🗣FACTS
H T
Except the legal system
Truth Seeker
NOBODY NOT EVEN THE LEGAL SYSTEM, RK WILL FOREVER BE KING🦅
hassan dunya
Remix killaaaaaaaaa
Willie Wade
Awww man I hated this track but thanks Kellz
bachirimir0
nice swag!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ralph Payne
My nigga Kellz