Dead Wrong
Ratatat Slim Thug T.I. & Bun B. Lyrics
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Yeah, yeah
Junior M.A.F.I.A., yeah
Yeah, B.I.G. 2000
B.I.G. 2000 Born Again, c'mon
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wrong
You're dead wrong
Relax and take notes, while I take tokes of the marijuana smoke
Throw you in a choke, gun smoke, gun smoke
Biggie Smalls for mayor, the rap slayer
The hooker layer, motherfucker say your prayers
Hail Mary full of grace, smack the bitch in the face,
Take her Gucci bag and the North Face
Off her back, jab her if she act
Funny with the money oh you got me mistaken honey
I don't wanna rape ya, I just want the paper
The Visa, kapeesha? I'm out like, "The Vapors"
Who's the one you call Mr. Macho, the head honcho
Swift fist like Camacho, I got so
Much style I should be down wit the Stylistics
Make up to break up niggas need to wake up
Smell the Indonesia, beat you to a seizure
Then fuck your moms, hit the skins til amnesia
She don't remember shit! Just the two hits!
Her hittin' the floor, and me hittin' the clits!
Suckin' on the tits! Had the hooker beggin' for the dick
And your moms ain't ugly love, my dick got rock quick
I guess I was a combination of House of Pain and Bobby Brown
I was "Humpin' Around" and "Jump-in Around"
Jacked her then I asked her who's the man, she said, "B-I-G"
Then I bust in her E-Y-E (Yo Big, you're dead wrong)
"I don't care what nobody say"
"I don't care what nobody say"
"I don't care what nobody say"
"I don't care what nobody say"
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wrong
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wrong
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wrong
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wron
When I get dusted, I like to spread the blood like mustard
Trust it, my hardcore rain leaves you rusted
Move over Lucifer, I'm more ruthless, huh
Leave your toothless, you'll kibbitz, I'll flip it
Tears don't affect me, I hit 'em with the tech G
Disrespect me, my potency is deadly
I'm shootin' babies, no ifs ands or maybes
Hit mummy in the tummy if the hooker plays a dummy
Slit the wrist of little sis
After she sucked the dick, I stabbed her brother with the icepick
Because he wanted me to fuck him from the back
But Smalls don't get down like that
Got your father hidin' in a room, fucked him with the broom
Slit him down the back and threw salt in the wound
Who you think you're dealin' with?
Anybody step into my path is fuckin' feelin' it!
Hardcore, I got it sucked like a pussy
Stab ya til you're gushy, so please don't push me
I'm using rubbers so they won't trace the semen
The black demon, got the little hookers screamin'
Because you know I love it young, fresh and green
With no hair in between, know what I mean?
"I don't care what nobody say"
"I don't care what nobody say"
"I don't care what nobody say"
"I don't care what nobody say"
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wrong
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wrong
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wrong
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wrong
Ladies and gentlemen
There's several different levels to Devil worshippin' horse's heads,
Human sacrifices, cannibalism, candles and exorcism
Animals havin' sex with 'em, camels mammals and rabbits
But I don't get into that, I kick the habit - I just,
Beat you to death with weapons that eat through the flesh
And I never eat you unless the fuckin', meat looks fresh
I got a lion in my pocket, I'm lyin', I got a nine in my pocket
And baby I'm just, dyin' to cock him
He's ready for war, I'm ready for war
I got machetes and swords for any fagot that said he was raw
My uz' as, heavy as yours, yeah you met me before
I just didn't have as large an arsenal of weapons before
Marshall will step in the door, I lay your head on the floor
With your body spread on the bedspread, red on the wall
Red on the ceilin', red on the floor, get a new whore
Met on the second, wet on the third,
Then she's dead on the fourth - I'm dead wrong
"I don't care what nobody say"
"I don't care what nobody say"
"I don't care what nobody say"
"I don't care what nobody say"
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wrong
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wrong
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wrong
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wrong
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wrong
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wrong
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wrong
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
You're dead wrong
Uh-huh, and we won't stop, because we can't stop
The lyrics to "Dead Wrong" by Ratatat Slim Thug T.I. & Bun B. with featuring verses from The Notorious B.I.G. and Eminem are intense, graphic, and violent, depicting criminal activities like drug abuse, murder, and sexual assault. The song is a reflection of the struggles that young black men face trying to assimilate in society while embracing their unique culture and dealing with poverty and violence. The phrase "Dead Wrong" is used throughout the song to highlight the misguided actions of the characters and their consequences.
The Notorious B.I.G.'s verse is a mixture of braggadocio and violence, where he boasts about his sexual prowess and his ability to commit heinous crimes without remorse. Biggie's flow is smooth and effortless, with witty punchlines that showcase his lyrical prowess. Eminem's verse is equally disturbing, with references to cannibalism, animal sex, and homicide. Em's cadence and delivery are frenzied and erratic, fittingly capturing the character's mental state.
The song has been the subject of controversy due to its highly offensive content, with many calling for it to be banned or censored. However, it has also been praised for its honesty and authenticity, with some arguing that it sheds light on the harsh realities of life in inner-city America. Ultimately, the lyrics to "Dead Wrong" are a reflection of the complex social and political issues that continue to plague disadvantaged communities, and they serve as a reminder of the need for change and progress.
Line by Line Meaning
Bad boy baby
Referring to the record label Bad Boy Records and the nickname 'bad boy' associated with rebellious and daring individuals
Yeah, yeah
Expressing agreement or excitement
Junior M.A.F.I.A., yeah
Referring to the rap group Junior M.A.F.I.A.
Yeah, B.I.G. 2000
Referring to the rapper The Notorious B.I.G. and the anticipation of his posthumous album 'Born Again' in 2000
B.I.G. 2000 Born Again, c'mon
Encouraging the listener to get excited about The Notorious B.I.G.'s album
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
You're dead wrong
Asserting that someone is completely mistaken or incorrect
Relax and take notes, while I take tokes of the marijuana smoke
Encouraging the listener to sit back and listen while the rapper smokes marijuana
Throw you in a choke, gun smoke, gun smoke
Threatening to physically harm someone, possibly with a gun
Biggie Smalls for mayor, the rap slayer
Referring to The Notorious B.I.G. as a dominant force in rap and suggesting he would make a great mayor
The hooker layer, motherfucker say your prayers
Describing oneself as someone who has many sexual partners and warning others to be prepared
Hail Mary full of grace, smack the bitch in the face
Using religious imagery to describe physically assaulting a woman
Take her Gucci bag and the North Face off her back, jab her if she act
Taking expensive items from a woman and potentially hitting her if she resists
Funny with the money oh you got me mistaken honey
Expressing amusement at someone who misunderstands the rapper's intentions with money
I don't wanna rape ya, I just want the paper
Emphasizing the desire for money without any intention of sexual assault
The Visa, kapeesha? I'm out like, 'The Vapors'
Asking about the Visa credit card and referring to leaving the situation like the song 'The Vapors'
Who's the one you call Mr. Macho, the head honcho
Referring to oneself as someone who is tough and in control
Swift fist like Camacho, I got so
Comparing one's punching ability to that of a boxer named Camacho
Much style I should be down wit the Stylistics
Claiming to have a lot of style, comparing oneself to the musical group The Stylistics
Make up to break up niggas need to wake up
Suggesting that people should realize the destructive nature of their relationships
Smell the Indonesia, beat you to a seizure
Using the scent of marijuana to indicate the presence of danger and threatening to physically harm someone
Then fuck your moms, hit the skins til amnesia
Bringing up a controversial and offensive action of engaging in sexual intercourse with someone's mother
She don't remember shit! Just the two hits!
Implying that the person's mother has no memory of the encounter, but only recalls being struck twice
Her hittin' the floor, and me hittin' the clits!
Asserting that the person's mother fell to the ground while the rapper engaged in sexual acts
Suckin' on the tits! Had the hooker beggin' for the dick
Describing a sexual act involving a prostitute and asserting that she pleaded for sexual intercourse
And your moms ain't ugly love, my dick got rock quick
Contradicting the assumption that the person's mother is unattractive, asserting that the rapper became aroused
I guess I was a combination of House of Pain and Bobby Brown
Comparing oneself to the groups House of Pain and Bobby Brown, suggesting a blend of different styles
I was 'Humpin' Around' and 'Jump-in Around'
Referencing Bobby Brown's song 'Humpin' Around' and House of Pain's song 'Jump Around'
Jacked her then I asked her who's the man, she said, 'B-I-G'
Inquiring about one's own dominance and receiving the response that The Notorious B.I.G. is considered the man
Then I bust in her E-Y-E (Yo Big, you're dead wrong)
Describing ejaculating in the woman's eye and making a reference to The Notorious B.I.G.'s earlier statement about being mistaken
'I don't care what nobody say'
Asserting that the singer does not care about others' opinions
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
You're dead wrong
Asserting that someone is completely mistaken or incorrect
When I get dusted, I like to spread the blood like mustard
Explaining a sadistic desire to cause harm and violence
Trust it, my hardcore rain leaves you rusted
Asserting that the artist's aggressive and intense behavior will leave others damaged and defeated
Move over Lucifer, I'm more ruthless, huh
Asserting dominance over the devil and claiming to be even more merciless
Leave your toothless, you'll kibbitz, I'll flip it
Threatening to physically harm and incapacitate someone, mocking their ability to speak
Tears don't affect me, I hit 'em with the tech G
Asserting that emotional displays do not sway or impact the singer, using a firearm metaphorically
Disrespect me, my potency is deadly
Warning others that disrespecting the artist will result in severe consequences, potentially fatal
I'm shootin' babies, no ifs ands or maybes
Threatening to kill others, without any hesitation or doubt
Hit mummy in the tummy if the hooker plays a dummy
Describing a violent act of punching a pregnant woman if she acts foolish
Slit the wrist of little sis
Expressing a desire to harm or kill a younger sister by cutting her wrist
After she sucked the dick, I stabbed her brother with the icepick
After engaging in sexual acts with a woman, the artist violently attacked her brother with an icepick
Because he wanted me to fuck him from the back
Explaining that the brother desired a sexual act from the artist, but the artist refused
But Smalls don't get down like that
Implying that The Notorious B.I.G. does not engage in certain sexual acts
Got your father hidin' in a room, fucked him with the broom
Claiming to have forced the father into hiding and then engaged in a sexual act using a broom
Slit him down the back and threw salt in the wound
Violently attacking the father by cutting his back and causing further pain by throwing salt in the wound
Who you think you're dealin' with?
Challenging the listener to consider who they are confronting
Anybody step into my path is fuckin' feelin' it!
Promising severe consequences for anyone who crosses the singer's path
Hardcore, I got it sucked like a pussy
Asserting that the singer is extremely intense and dominant, using a provocative metaphor
Stab ya til you're gushy, so please don't push me
Threatening to repeatedly stab someone until they bleed heavily, cautioning against provoking the artist
I'm using rubbers so they won't trace the semen
Using condoms to prevent the tracking of DNA evidence
The black demon, got the little hookers screamin'
Referring to oneself as a demonic figure and describing the fear and distress caused in sexual partners
Because you know I love it young, fresh and green
Admitting a preference for engaging in sexual activities with young and inexperienced individuals
With no hair in between, know what I mean?
Referring to a sexual preference for partners who do not have pubic hair, suggesting familiarity with this preference
'I don't care what nobody say'
Asserting that the artist does not care about others' opinions
'I don't care what nobody say'
Asserting that the artist does not care about others' opinions
'I don't care what nobody say'
Asserting that the singer does not care about others' opinions
'I don't care what nobody say'
Asserting that the artist does not care about others' opinions
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
You're dead wrong
Asserting that someone is completely mistaken or incorrect
When I get dusted, I like to spread the blood like mustard
Explaining a sadistic desire to cause harm and violence
Trust it, my hardcore rain leaves you rusted
Asserting that the artist's aggressive and intense behavior will leave others damaged and defeated
Move over Lucifer, I'm more ruthless, huh
Asserting dominance over the devil and claiming to be even more merciless
Leave your toothless, you'll kibbitz, I'll flip it
Threatening to physically harm and incapacitate someone, mocking their ability to speak
Tears don't affect me, I hit 'em with the tech G
Asserting that emotional displays do not sway or impact the artist, using a firearm metaphorically
Disrespect me, my potency is deadly
Warning others that disrespecting the artist will result in severe consequences, potentially fatal
I'm shootin' babies, no ifs ands or maybes
Threatening to kill others, without any hesitation or doubt
Hit mummy in the tummy if the hooker plays a dummy
Describing a violent act of punching a pregnant woman if she acts foolish
Slit the wrist of little sis
Expressing a desire to harm or kill a younger sister by cutting her wrist
After she sucked the dick, I stabbed her brother with the icepick
After engaging in sexual acts with a woman, the singer violently attacked her brother with an icepick
Because he wanted me to fuck him from the back
Explaining that the brother desired a sexual act from the singer, but the singer refused
But Smalls don't get down like that
Implying that The Notorious B.I.G. does not engage in certain sexual acts
Got your father hidin' in a room, fucked him with the broom
Claiming to have forced the father into hiding and then engaged in a sexual act using a broom
Slit him down the back and threw salt in the wound
Violently attacking the father by cutting his back and causing further pain by throwing salt in the wound
Who you think you're dealin' with?
Challenging the listener to consider who they are confronting
Anybody step into my path is fuckin' feelin' it!
Promising severe consequences for anyone who crosses the singer's path
Hardcore, I got it sucked like a pussy
Asserting that the artist is extremely intense and dominant, using a provocative metaphor
Stab ya til you're gushy, so please don't push me
Threatening to repeatedly stab someone until they bleed heavily, cautioning against provoking the artist
I'm using rubbers so they won't trace the semen
Using condoms to prevent the tracking of DNA evidence
The black demon, got the little hookers screamin'
Referring to oneself as a demonic figure and describing the fear and distress caused in sexual partners
Because you know I love it young, fresh and green
Admitting a preference for engaging in sexual activities with young and inexperienced individuals
With no hair in between, know what I mean?
Referring to a sexual preference for partners who do not have pubic hair, suggesting familiarity with this preference
'I don't care what nobody say'
Asserting that the singer does not care about others' opinions
'I don't care what nobody say'
Asserting that the singer does not care about others' opinions
'I don't care what nobody say'
Asserting that the artist does not care about others' opinions
'I don't care what nobody say'
Asserting that the artist does not care about others' opinions
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
You're dead wrong
Asserting that someone is completely mistaken or incorrect
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
You're dead wrong
Asserting that someone is completely mistaken or incorrect
Ladies and gentlemen
Addressing the audience or listeners
There's several different levels to Devil worshippin' horse's heads
Describing the variety and complexity of demonic or occult practices
Human sacrifices, cannibalism, candles and exorcism
Listing some of the macabre rituals associated with satanic worship
Animals havin' sex with 'em, camels mammals and rabbits
Describing bestiality involving various animals
But I don't get into that, I kick the habit - I just
Denying involvement in these morbid activities and instead focusing on a different habit
Beat you to death with weapons that eat through the flesh
Threatening to fatally harm someone using weapons that cause severe damage
And I never eat you unless the fuckin', meat looks fresh
Asserting that the artist's violence is directed at others, unless there is an appeal to engage in cannibalism with fresh meat
I got a lion in my pocket, I'm lyin', I got a nine in my pocket
Using wordplay to suggest carrying a dangerous weapon while also asserting that the previous statement is false
And baby I'm just, dyin' to cock him
Expressing eagerness to use the weapon
He's ready for war, I'm ready for war
Asserting preparedness for conflict or violence
I got machetes and swords for any fagot that said he was raw
Claiming to possess machetes and swords in order to attack anyone who claims to be tough or skilled
My uz' as, heavy as yours, yeah you met me before
Asserting that the artist's firearm is as powerful as anyone else's and asserting familiarity with the listener
I just didn't have as large an arsenal of weapons before
Explaining that the singer previously had fewer weapons, but now has more
Marshall will step in the door, I lay your head on the floor
Referring to oneself as Marshall and threatening to decapitate someone
With your body spread on the bedspread, red on the wall
Describing a violent act of killing someone and leaving their body on a bed with blood on the wall
Red on the ceilin', red on the floor, get a new whore
Asserting the presence of blood on the ceiling and floor and suggesting finding a different sexual partner
Met on the second, wet on the third
Referring to engaging in sexual activity on the second meeting, while also implying a play on words
Then she's dead on the fourth - I'm dead wrong
Claiming that the woman dies after the fourth sexual encounter, indicating the artist's harmful nature
'I don't care what nobody say'
Asserting that the artist does not care about others' opinions
'I don't care what nobody say'
Asserting that the singer does not care about others' opinions
'I don't care what nobody say'
Asserting that the singer does not care about others' opinions
'I don't care what nobody say'
Asserting that the artist does not care about others' opinions
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
You're dead wrong
Asserting that someone is completely mistaken or incorrect
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
You're dead wrong
Asserting that someone is completely mistaken or incorrect
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
You're dead wrong
Asserting that someone is completely mistaken or incorrect
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
You're dead wrong
Asserting that someone is completely mistaken or incorrect
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
You're dead wrong
Asserting that someone is completely mistaken or incorrect
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
You're dead wrong
Asserting that someone is completely mistaken or incorrect
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
You're dead wrong
Asserting that someone is completely mistaken or incorrect
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
You're dead wrong
Asserting that someone is completely mistaken or incorrect
The weak or the strong, who got it goin' on
Questioning who is more successful or influential
You're dead wrong
Asserting that someone is completely mistaken or incorrect
Uh-huh, and we won't stop, because we can't stop
Expressing determination and resolve to continue without ceasing
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CARL THOMPSON, CHRISTOPHER WALLACE, OSTEN HARVEY, AL GREEN, MARSHALL MATHERS
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@L4-295
When I was a freshman in high school one of our seniors put this on our pregame basketball mixtape and I’ve been in love with it ever since. That was ‘07-‘08
@ryan-xi8wl
I was senior then and Ratatat was my sound track for the whole year.
@Daxterous
@@ryan-xi8wl This is quite the treat coming back to these absolute bangers
@mattcee6323
I have a similar memory!
@darrellcray31
This song is flawless
@pavelrahl6284
I had no idea they made remixes like these... I love all of them, but this one is special.
@garrettchandler9405
I have never not loved this since I first heard it when I was 15
@Sapienadult
Love the whole volume 2. Gem
@hasanal-sharif4988
impossible to find anyone rocking this remix after 2020? ♥
@jacksonparker7281
100% still rocking this and other Ratatat remixes