She is the protΓ©gΓ© of Grammy Award-winning producer 9th Wonder, the first lady of North Carolina super crew Kooley High, and one of the first artists signed to Jamla Records/It's A Wonderful World Music Group. As the brainchild of 9th Wonder's true school resurgence, Rapsody consistently sets the bar high for all emcees, male and female alike. Paying homage to her hip hop godmothers MC Lyte, Queen Latifah, and Lauryn Hill, this Snow Hill, North Carolina native represents much more than just the female side of hip hop culture; she is an emcee who represents hip hop culture beyond the lines of gender, proving that anything the boys can do, she can do, too, and better. Her virtuosity and dexterity behind the microphone highlight her presentation, and her humble demeanor attests to her constant pursuit of improvement with every beat and rhyme.
After proving her impeccable craftsmanship with features on 9th Wonder's "Dream Merchant 2," Skyzoo's DJ-Drama hosted "The Power of Words," and numerous Kooley High releases, Rapsody made her solo debut on December 7, 2010 with "Return of the B-Girl," a 20-track project boasting production by 9th Wonder and DJ Premier among others, as well as features from Big Daddy Kane, Mac Miller, Skyzoo, Rah Digga, Phil Ade, and more. A published review praised the record: "A poet-turned-rapper, Rapdiddy (as she's dubbed herself) has always possessed outstanding wordplay, but B-Girl finds her effortlessly nimble delivery -- capable of both gritty and biting or sassy and sultry -- continuing to improve."
Rapsody has shared the stage with hip hop legends and rising stars alike, including Raekwon of the Wu-Tang Clan, Big Daddy Kane, J. Cole, Wale, Colin Munroe, Tanya Morgan, Suede of Camp Lo, Blu and Exile, and The Clipse, but it's her ability to captivate diverse audiences with her explosively dynamic live performance that sets her apart and has earned her much-deserved accolades from major media sources including Vibe, XXL, HipHopDX, and more. She has captivated audiences at sold-out performances at dozens of venues on The Incredibly Dope Tour with Mac Miller and the Mic Fest Tour with 9th Wonder and her Jamla Records label mates. In her sophomore project "Thank H.E.R. Now," she weaves more intimate stories of her personal experiences and shares the studio and soundbooth with heavy hitters Jean Grae, MURS, Raekwon, Estelle, Mac Miller, Kendrick Lamar, Big K.R.I.T., Marsha Ambrosius, and more.
Her style is polished and distinct, and her wordplay and flow are unparalleled in both delivery and execution. As she continues to strive to contend with her hip hop predecessors like Jay-Z and Mos Def, Rapsody is already undeniably one of the strongest and most promising forces in today's hip hop culture.
Whoopi
Rapsody Lyrics
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Give it to me now
Give it to me now
They gon' make a sister act up
Turn my attitude back up (get a bag, get a bag, get a bag)
Count the money up, call the girls up for back up (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
They gon' make a sister act up
Count the money up, call the girls up for back up (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
They gon' make a sister act up, Angela Bassett
Blow the whole car up, I ain't even gassin'
I'ma go worldwide, I'ma go NASA
Yeah the arm strong, you can get it if you askin'
Nigga make me go tap into my ratchet
I'ma go Left Eye when I get the matches
I'ma hit the blunt, I ain't even gon' pass it
My girls pullin' up if you ever want static
Rap is a savage, I don't bear malice
But I go crazy, dare you try to play me
Go off like Cardi, don't talk 'bout my baby
I ain't no Blood, but I might go brazy
Chicks don't phase me, I'm just like 'Yonce
I ain't feelin' you like I ain't feelin' new Kanye
Wish you would, like I want new Andre
Back on the block, screamin' andale andale
They gon' make a sister act up
Turn my attitude back up (get a bag, get a bag, get a bag)
Count the money up, call the girls up for back up (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
They gon' make a sister act up
Turn my attitude back up (get a bag, get a bag, get a bag)
Count the money up, call the girls up for back up (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
They gon' make a sister act up, I'm Left Eye with the matches
Light it up like a Backwood
Make me call the whole hood, gold grill like I'm Dracula
Still in all black, I'm a rapper's rapper
I feel like Urlacher, bang on the block
Better shoot like KD if you ever take a shot
Playin' big Goliath when my team got the rock
Been groomed for the throne, I ain't have to tie a knot
Don't back it up, y'll talk a lot
I spark fear like polka-dot
Fried chicken, better tie up your laces boy
I ain't talkin' 50 Cent, or the homie Dot
I'm crackin up, is this all you got? (is this all you got?)
Is this all you got? (is this all you got?)
This all you got? (is this all you got?)
Is this all you got?
I'm chill, peace, peace, chill but y'all still talkin' crazy
Don't get my goodbye's confused, I go west coast brazy
Lawyer money, got lawyer money, might need Viola Davis
I don't know, no, what y'all thought it was, but I show you better than I say it (uh)
You make a sister act out (act out)
You 'bout to hear my big mouth (big mouth)
Don't make me get the trap house (trap house)
Got me laughin', laughin' out loud (out loud)
La-laughin' out loud (out loud)
La-laughin' out loud (out loud)
You make a sister act out
You bought to hear my big
They gon' make a sister act up
Turn my attitude back up (get a bag, get a bag, get a bag)
Count the money up, call the girls up for back up (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
They gon' make a sister act up
Turn my attitude back up (get a bag, get a bag, get a bag)
Count the money up, call the girls up for back up (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Get a bag, get a bag, get a bag
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Get a bag, get a bag, get a bag
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Get a bag, get a bag, get a bag
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Get a bag, get a bag, get a bag
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
In Rapsody's song "Whoopi," the rapper discusses how she will react if someone comes against her. She explains that they will make her act up and turn her attitude back up. There's a reference to the movie "Sister Act" when Rapsody says "They gon' make a sister act up" which means that someone is going to make her go wild, just like Whoopi Goldberg's character, Sister Mary Clarence did in the movie. She then goes on to say that she'll call the girls up for backup and count the money up. The song is brimming with confidence, and Rapsody boasts about her ability to go worldwide and become successful on her own. She even compares herself to Left Eye with the matches, indicating that if someone comes against her, she is not afraid to take them down.
Rapsody's "Whoopi" is a female empowerment anthem that encourages women to step into their power and not let anyone hold them back. Rapsody's lyrics serve as an inspiration for young women who are trying to make a name for themselves, and the song's upbeat tempo and catchy beat make it a standout track. The song is a testament to the resilience of women and is a call for them to stand up and take what they're due.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah
Expressing enthusiasm and anticipation for what is to come
Give it to me now
Give it to me now
Anxious and excited for something to occur immediately
They gon' make a sister act up
Turn my attitude back up (get a bag, get a bag, get a bag)
Count the money up, call the girls up for back up (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Anticipating others to try and provoke her into negative behavior, and preparing to retaliate by gathering a reliable support system and focusing on material success
They gon' make a sister act up, Angela Bassett
Blow the whole car up, I ain't even gassin'
I'ma go worldwide, I'ma go NASA
Yeah the arm strong, you can get it if you askin'
Comparing herself to Angela Bassett's character in 'Waiting to Exhale' who takes revenge on her lover by setting his car on fire. Rapsody then boasts about her ability to attain global success, even to the extent of reaching space like Neil Armstrong. She implies that she can achieve anything she desires without hesitation or fear.
Nigga make me go tap into my ratchet
I'ma go Left Eye when I get the matches
I'ma hit the blunt, I ain't even gon' pass it
My girls pullin' up if you ever want static
Lowering herself to the level of those who irk her, and becoming as unpredictable as the late Lisa Lopes of TLC. She becomes the person who smokes cigarettes alone, without passing them around, and calls for her female friends in case of conflict. She is daring anyone to instigate a confrontation.
Rap is a savage, I don't bear malice
But I go crazy, dare you try to play me
Go off like Cardi, don't talk 'bout my baby
I ain't no Blood, but I might go brazy
Explaining that her music may sound ruthless, but she is not a grudge holder, although she will certainly act if pushed too far. She compares herself empathetically to Cardi B, saying that she will fiercely protect anything she loves. She reveals her flexibility by stating that she is not a member of any gang, but still shows signs of instability if compelled to.
Chicks don't phase me, I'm just like 'Yonce
I ain't feelin' you like I ain't feelin' new Kanye
Wish you would, like I want new Andre
Back on the block, screamin' andale andale
Highlighting her formidable composure by comparing herself to Beyonce, saying that other women do not intimidate her at all. Rapsody also declares her rejection of Kanye West and her desire to work with Andre 3000 instead. She celebrates her return to the street where she grew up, shouting 'andale andale', in reference to her Latino heritage.
They gon' make a sister act up
Turn my attitude back up (get a bag, get a bag, get a bag)
Count the money up, call the girls up for back up (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Repeating the idea that she is expecting to be pushed to her limits by others, and signaling that she can easily re-agitate her temper for the right reasons, while also encouraging herself and her crew to focus on finances and strength in numbers.
They gon' make a sister act up, I'm Left Eye with the matches
Light it up like a Backwood
Make me call the whole hood, gold grill like I'm Dracula
Still in all black, I'm a rapper's rapper
Reiterating that she is ready to handle anyone who might mess with her, using the impulsive and shocking tactics of Lisa Lopes from TLC. She compares herself to the high-quality 'Backwood' cigars she smokes, and implies that she will signal for backup from her entire neighborhood if provoked. Her flashy gold grill makes her feel like a vampire, while remaining in her trademark black appearance. She is confident in her skills as a musician and peers' admiration of her abilities.
I feel like Urlacher, bang on the block
Better shoot like KD if you ever take a shot
Playin' big Goliath when my team got the rock
Been groomed for the throne, I ain't have to tie a knot
Feeling as dominant and unstoppable as former NFL player Brian Urlacher. She boasts that she can aim and hit her targets like basketball player Kevin Durant. She takes on the role of Goliath, an ancient gigantic warrior of incredible strength and confidence, when her team has the ball. She feels confident in a leadership role, which she was prepared for naturally, and not forced into through a marriage or other means.
Don't back it up, y'll talk a lot
I spark fear like polka-dot
Fried chicken, better tie up your laces boy
I ain't talkin' 50 Cent, or the homie Dot
I'm crackin up, is this all you got? (is this all you got?)
Is this all you got? (is this all you got?)
This all you got? (is this all you got?)
Is this all you got?
Challenging anyone who doubts her abilities or tries to slow her down. She dismisses anyone who merely talks without action as insignificant. She compares herself to fear-inspiring polka dots, which usually represent a fun and carefree spirit. She warns others to be more cautious around her than they are around fried chicken, and she uses wordplay, indicating that she is not talking about the rappers 50 Cent or Dot. She laughs at how weak her opponents appear, inviting them to give their all.
I'm chill, peace, peace, chill but y'all still talkin' crazy
Don't get my goodbye's confused, I go west coast brazy
Lawyer money, got lawyer money, might need Viola Davis
I don't know, no, what y'all thought it was, but I show you better than I say it (uh)
Stating that she is always calm and collected but is still provoked by others' senseless talk. She warns her detractors not to mistake her peaceful demeanor for weakness, as she is capable of extreme behavior comparable to the stereotype of West coast gangsters. She boasts of her wealth, hinting that she is willing to pay for the best defense that celebrity lawyer Viola Davis can offer. Lastly, she challenges the expectations that others may have had of her and confidently claims that her success and actions speak for themselves.
You make a sister act out (act out)
You 'bout to hear my big mouth (big mouth)
Don't make me get the trap house (trap house)
Got me laughin', laughin' out loud (out loud)
La-laughin' out loud (out loud)
La-laughin' out loud (out loud)
You make a sister act out
You bought to hear my big
Addressing those who push her buttons and warning them of the impending consequences. She threatens to bring her associates from the trap house, and she is amused that they think their conduct is inciting her but sitting back and watching their antics. She finds humor in how much she is taunted and laughed out loud at, and she warns that she is only getting started.
Get a bag, get a bag, get a bag
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Get a bag, get a bag, get a bag
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Get a bag, get a bag, get a bag
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Get a bag, get a bag, get a bag
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Repeating her focus on earning wealth with a mantra to 'get a bag' which she repeats several times. She encourages herself and others to pursue their financial goals with enthusiasm and determination.
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Marlanna Evans, Herbert Hancock, Christopher Tyson
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Alex Trugs
I ain't feeling you like I ain't feeling new Kanye" hahaha definitely felt that
Hollis2Hollywood
This is dope. Gives me Missy Elliott vibes
Apokalips!
100% this has Missy and Timbo all over it. We need a remix!
Donalda Harris
Her whole vibe gives me Missy. Yes, I agree!
ItsTashaB MsDelicious
I resonate heavily!!! You SNAPPED!!!
Trenton Nicholas
She managed to sample the track Iβve been trying to figure out how to sample for a minuteπππππ₯π₯π₯ shes a legend
Vaughn Powell
Is this Watermelon Man?
Glad Wolfy
@Vaughn Powell yep
Destini X Shakur
OMGGGGGGGG this is dope!
This Album is π€―π€―π₯π₯
3rdCoast BAMN BIGDOG
The fact that rap is so slept on is disrespectful