Wait a Minute
Ray J feat. Lil' Kim Lyrics


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Oh uh oh uh yea (Neptunes, Ray J, where you at)
I don't think y'all ready for this one
Queen Bee knockout collabo'
And if ya don't know, now ya know

Workin' all day (and now it's on)
Pull up and don't pay (when the line is long)
Girls in the club (you wanna f)
Ice grillin' these thugs (y'all wanna thump?)
Is it 'cause of my shine (major ice)
I'm talkin' about blind ya (like Vegas lights)
Never on the scene (without my team)
Cali sticky green (know what I mean)

It's on and poppin'
The DJ's rockin'
Chickens is watchin'
It's on tonight
You had a long day, yo
Buy the champ by the caseload
Pockets full of pesos
It's on tonight

Oh wait a minute (oh wait a minute)
Oh wait a minute (oh wait a minute hey hey)
Girl wait a minute
Oh wait a minute (oh wait a minute)
Oh wait a minute (oh wait a minute hey hey)
Yo, if y'all know the words, say it with me (wait a minute)

I been workin all day (and now it's on)
Pull up and don't pay (when the line is long)
Girls in the club (you wanna f)
Ice grillin' these thugs (y'all wanna thump?)
Is it 'cause of my shine (major ice)
I'm talkin' about blind ya (like Vegas lights)
Never on the scene (without my team)
Cali sticky green (know what I mean)

So much you go through
Only problems know you
Let's party like we supposed to
It's on tonight
There's not a righter way
You've had a tired day
Let's party the night away
It's on tonight

Oh wait a minute (oh wait a minute)
Oh wait a minute (oh wait a minute, hey, hey)
Girl wait a minute
Oh wait a minute (oh wait a minute)
Oh wait a minute (oh wait a minute, hey,hey)

(Wait a minute) Blaow! Tadow! Watch out now, uh-huh
It's the little' one and I'm not Bow Wow
Got trees roll it up, you a G, throw it up
Nigga slipped me his number on the low, I tore it up
Oh wait a minute they playin' my shit, slow it up
What, you outta Cris'? Fuck it, mo' it up
Y'all just rookies, poppin' on the scene
Be careful how y'all talk 'cause we pop them things
You gon' see us on the TV, rappin' and actin'
Yup, uh-huh, look a little closer
Yeah, that's us in the millennium Testarossa
People takin' pictures, blowin' our cover
Paparazzi gonna get you one way or another
"Hey wait a minute ain't that Brandy's brother?"
Straight from the Eastside, and that's how I ride
Here's another one, Ray J, tell 'em where you from

I'm from the land of women
Sunny days, chrome spinnin'
Juice and ginin'
It's on tonight
If you feel you're another one
Representin' where you from
Sex, you're gettin' some
It's on tonight

Oh wait a minute (oh wait a minute)
Oh wait a minute (oh wait a minute hey hey)
Girl wait a minute
Oh wait a minute (oh wait a minute)
Oh wait a minute (oh wait a minute hey hey)
Wait a minute
Oh wait a minute
Oh wait a minute
Wait a minute




Oh wait a minute
Oh wait a minute, hey hey

Overall Meaning

"Wait a Minute" is a collaborative R&B/hip-hop single by Ray J featuring Lil' Kim, produced by The Neptunes. The song was released on November 12, 2000, and serves as the lead single from Ray J's second album "This Ain't a Game." The track was written by Ray J, Kim, and The Neptunes, and features a sample from the 1979 song "The Boss" by Diana Ross.


The lyrics describe a night out at the club, where Ray J and Lil' Kim are holding court and being watched by both men and women. The verse addresses their party experiences, including popping champagne bottles and lighting up California's potent marijuana. Ray J boasts about his success and wealth, while Lil' Kim flaunts her formidable rap skills and sex appeal. The chorus - "Oh wait a minute, girl wait a minute, if ya'll know the words, say it with me (wait a minute)" - is a reference to both their verbal warning to those who might not be ready for their star power and an invitation to all those who want to party with them.


In terms of the musical elements, the song features a bass-driven futuristic beat typical of The Neptunes production. Ray J's verses are delivered in a smooth R&B style, while Lil' Kim's flow is confident and commanding, showcasing her impeccable rapping skills.


Overall, "Wait a Minute" is a fun and catchy track that showcases the chemistry between Ray J and Lil' Kim while highlighting their individual strengths as artists.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh uh oh uh yea (Neptunes, Ray J, where you at)
The song is about to start and features Ray J and Neptunes.


I don't think y'all ready for this one
The song is about to be something special and surprising.


Queen Bee knockout collabo'
Lil' Kim's verse in the song brings a powerful punch.


And if ya don't know, now ya know
The collaborators want to inform listeners that the song is going to be unforgettable.


Workin' all day (and now it's on)
After a long day of work, it's time to enjoy the night.


Pull up and don't pay (when the line is long)
Get ready to cut the queue without paying the cover fee.


Girls in the club (you wanna f)
Girls want to have a great time in the club.


Ice grillin' these thugs (y'all wanna thump?)
Other guys in the club are looking at the rapper with an envious glare.


Is it 'cause of my shine (major ice)
The reason why people are looking and envious is because of the rapper's bling.


I'm talkin' about blind ya (like Vegas lights)
The bling is so dazzling that it will be hard for the audience to take their eyes off it.


Never on the scene (without my team)
The rapper never goes out without his entourage.


Cali sticky green (know what I mean)
Refers to weed from California that's known to be strong and sticky.


It's on and poppin'
The party is just getting started.


The DJ's rockin'
The DJ is playing great music for the crowd.


Chickens is watchin'
The ladies are keeping an eye on the rapper.


You had a long day, yo
The song is encouraging people who had a tiresome day to come out and have some fun in the club.


Buy the champ by the caseload
The rapper is encouraging others to enjoy themselves and buy lots of champagne.


Pockets full of pesos
The rapper is suggesting that he has a lot of cash to spend.


Oh wait a minute (oh wait a minute)
The pace of the song changes and leads up to the next verse.


Blaow! Tadow! Watch out now, uh-huh
The rapper Rhyme is introducing himself with his unique style and telling the audience to watch out for him.


It's the little' one and I'm not Bow Wow
Rhyme is saying that he is not the rapper Bow Wow although he shares some similarities in his style.


Got trees roll it up, you a G, throw it up
When the verse rolls on, it talks about smoking weed, and the rapper challenges the audience to show off their ganja smoking skills.


Nigga slipped me his number on the low, I tore it up
The rapper rejected someone who secretly gave him their phone number.


Y'all just rookies, poppin' on the scene
Rhyme tells the listener to be careful since they are not at his level when it comes to the rap game.


You gon' see us on the TV, rappin' and actin'
The rapper promises that they will soon be in music videos and films that the audience will appreciate.


Here's another one, Ray J, tell 'em where you from
The song goes back to Ray J's verse and encourages him to continue telling listeners the origin of his music.


I'm from the land of women
Ray J is saying that he comes from a place full of ladies e.g., L.A.


Sunny days, chrome spinnin'
Ray J grew up in a place where the sun always shines, and the car rims are made of chrome.


If you feel you're another one
The song encourages people who feel they can complement the party vibe to come out and enjoy themselves.


Representin' where you from
The listeners are encouraged to be proud of their hometown and represent them in the club.


Sex, you're gettin' some
The song's conclusion encourages people to have sex on this wonderful night.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KIMBERLY JONES, CHAD HUGO, PHARRELL WILLIAMS

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Daniel Rita

Shut it down like a mall
Just cause of the situations
With the cars in the West
Not apart of the frauds
Sometimes as a The Fuck
In the bottom of the list
Like I am in the Courtney Kardashian case
Like a Kodak
Picture perfect postcards
While they trying to make a foolery
With custom designs
Dean Martin type of showcase
Everyone acting like they don't know anything
Trying to break or make the industry
Holding up my contracts
Needing to make everything true
Needing someone to help
Its pretty sick out here
Needing things to be clear and persistent
Nowing that I didn't miss it
But missed you
Together we gotta pull through



All comments from YouTube:

Alphonso Tindall III

Damn this was THE club banger in 2001! When the Neptunes were dropping hits left and right! Still bangs! 

ANew No

Neptunes still dropping hits, summer walker number 1 album and so many other hit songs recently. But yes back then most of the songs was produced by them that's probably why so many songs was good

barrington arthur

@Marilyn Joy Fun Fact: The 2 records on the Britney album, "Slave 4 U" & "Boys" were made for Janet Jackson but she passed on it, And they ended up giving it to britney.

Terrell Townsend

I was in high school when they played this song on the radio.

Marilyn Joy

Yes the Neptunes was making hits for EVERYBODY!! Didn't they do a beat for Brittney Spears too?! Lawd!

Joe Montana

Yeahp 2001 ! This was the cut , this is when the Neptunes was starting to take over the game

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Michael Jackson

Why cant music sound like this anymore, beats are so fresh

Ms Bizerks

EXACTLY!! just Rap mostly with stupid lyrics

Yubelkis Pena

I agreee

David Does It

It will come back

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