Da Bomb
Redd Kross Lyrics

it's da bomb
The subject of the song is very impressive and exciting

it's da bomb
Re-emphasizing the subject's impressiveness and excitement

I drop bombs like Hiroshima
The subject has a powerful and impactful presence, like the atomic bomb

it's da bomb
Re-emphasizing the subject's impressiveness and excitement

I know you hear me comin here I come
The subject is confident and assertive in their approach

So you besta watch ya back
A warning to others to be careful around the subject

it's da bomb
Re-emphasizing the subject's impressiveness and excitement

I know you hear me comin here I come
The subject is confident and assertive in their approach

And I'm called the Miggida-Miggida-Mac
The subject has a unique and distinct identity

Can I drop the bomb drop the bomb
The subject is requesting permission to further impress and excite others

Well, here it comes
The subject is about to perform and impress

say what
An exclamation of excitement and anticipation

It's the quicka rippa ripper
The subject is fast and efficient in their performance

Known to flip a script like it ain't notin'
The subject is able to switch things up effortlessly

All ya MC's that used to MCs better duck an'
The subject is warning other performers to beware of their skills

Run an' hide cause it's too late to try to make it right
The subject believes that others cannot compete with them

Ya just messed up and I ain't tryin' to let ya slide
The subject is not willing to forgive or forget others' mistakes

Cause I ain't the one for that I ain't the one that slack
The subject is not tolerant of laziness or incompetence

I'm the Miggida-Miggida-Mac pack and I ain't takin' jack
The subject is part of a strong and formidable group that will not be belittled or ignored

I don't care who you get or who ya wit'
The subject is confident that they can take on any opponent, regardless of who they may team up with

Just know you won't be equipped to what it takes to break this krossed out kid
The subject is prepared and capable of handling any challenge thrown at them

I've got deez off dout clout cause I'm deez off doubt
The subject is self-assured and has a lot of power and influence

I'm bad suckas if ya wanna know what I'm talkin about
The subject is skilled and capable, and anyone who doubts them is mistaken

So lay your cards on the table cause I'm able to rock
The subject is challenging others to show their skills, as they are confident in their own abilities

When ever, where ever I still rocks the cradle
The subject is able to perform and impress in any situation

Cause i'm a nappy happy bad little sun-of-a-gun
The subject is playful and confident in their abilities

And in my eyes, nigga, you don't want none
The subject is warning others that they cannot compete and will likely lose

Cause on the mike I get dum-ditty ditty-dum
The subject is skilled at improvisation and able to create catchy lyrics on the spot

So watcha back when I say here it comes
The subject is warning others to be careful and prepared for their performance

And I'm called the Daddy Mac
The subject has a unique and recognizable identity

understand that Kris to the Kross comes with nothing but flavor
The subject is emphasizing the uniqueness and appeal of their style

we get our own on our own ain't askin for no favors
The subject is self-sufficient and does not rely on others for support or success

we're true to what we do that's how we be
The subject is authentic and genuine in their approach to their craft

so just reason with the D-A-double D-Y-M-A-C
The subject is encouraging cooperation and collaboration with their group

I betcha never thought you would here it like this
The subject is suggesting that their performance is unexpected and impressive

Some funk for the trunk by this nigga named Kris
The subject is introducing themselves and their style to the audience

See, I ain't into the game
The subject is not interested in traditional approaches or conforming to norms

I'm true to the gang
The subject is committed to their group and community

I'm poppin' your thang til the party people swing
The subject is energizing and entertaining the audience

Cause I'm a little rough neck
The subject is tough and resilient

Tiffy-tiffy tough neck
The subject is emphasizing their toughness and strength

Cause what gettin' 'nough respect
The subject demands and deserves respect from others

And all those little punks talkin' junk bring it on
The subject is daring and challenging others to compete with them

Cause I just love takin' punks outta homes
The subject enjoys defeating and humiliating opponents

why
An expression of curiosity or emphasis

Cause I'm a nappy happy bad little sun-of-a-gun
The subject is carefree, happy, and confident in their abilities

And in my eyes, nigga, you don't want none
The subject is warning others that they cannot compete and will likely lose

So watcha back or comments will startcha runnin'
The subject is warning others to be careful and prepared for their performance

And do-do on yourself when you hear the daddy comin'
The subject is suggesting that others will be so impressed by their performance that they will lose control of bodily functions

And I am what they call Da Brat
The subject has a unique and recognizable identity

I'll be coming around the mountain when I come droppin' a bomb
The subject is suggesting that their performance will be powerful and impactful

Creepin' up on those Romper Room suckas who wanna get some
The subject is sneaking up on and challenging those who doubt their abilities

So feel the wrath of a brat with the Mac pack
The subject is suggesting that their group is powerful and dangerous

Walkin' away you're like the bottom of a door mat
The subject humiliates and dominates their opponents

I didn't gain props cause I was a suckas daughter
The subject earned respect and recognition through their own hard work and talent

I had to earn them droppin' dynamite like Jimmy Walker
The subject had to impress and entertain others with their performance, like the comedian Jimmy Walker

I can pay Donny Mars in a sticky cage
The subject is suggesting that they have power and influence over others

Give me 30-30 half-callibar half-gage
The subject is requesting a powerful weapon to protect themselves

And if you don't know what I'm talkin' about
The subject is suggesting that others are ignorant of their power and influence

Test me out
The subject is daring others to challenge their abilities

We're in the big part of in The Last Boyscout
The subject is referencing a popular movie and suggesting that they are in a similar position of power and influence

Scopin' a needle is like a needle in a haystack
The subject is suggesting that it is difficult to find someone like them

Press the new rookie breakin' rims down like Shaq
The subject is suggesting that they are powerful and can break things, like the basketball player Shaq

You think you're dealin' with a weak boy step back
The subject warns others not to underestimate them

Cause I'm comin' up like a Veteran on a phat track
The subject is suggesting that they are experienced and skilled, even on a new or challenging platform

I'm bein' all I wanna be so you tell Uncle Tom
The subject is being true to themselves and their identity, and not conforming to societal expectations

Dat Da Brat done drop da bomb
The subject has successfully impressed and entertained others with their performance