Anything Can Happen
Refugee Allstars Lyrics


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I got the skully to my face (hardcore)
I got the skully to my face (hardcore)
cause anything can happen at the Carnival
(Yo make room, make room, make room, MAKE ROOM, make room)
You can't stop the shining
Yo, don't slip Mike
You don't want to go there is all, trust me
I know your girl wit you, but you don't want to get embarassed
Trust me

Yo, when you're rolling to the Carnival, anything can happen
What, what, say what, say what, anything can happen
Making love to your girlfriend, anything can happen
What? Say what, say what, anything can happen
She's sleepin wit your best friend cause anything can happen
Wh-a-at? Say what, say what, anything can happen
You roll down the block, come back with your gat
and POW, cause anything can happen

Feel this composition, it's a brand new dub
First thing I did, was went to the pub
Tequila with worm, lemon, salt, and no rocks
Cause when it hits my chest -- it gots to be hot
Uh haha, stop, 'Clef can I rock, yo
Get out the bathroom, let me go again from the top
Feel this composition, I wrote it in the tub
First thing I did, was went to the pub
Tequila with worm, lemon, salt, and no rocks
Cause when it hits my chest -- it gots to be hot
Ahhh, stop, 'Clef can I rock
I'd like to give a shout out to my people on the block
For you Silly Willy playin thug cartoon
My infrared scope got your movements on zoom
Boom new toon, write songs in my room
Sleeping with the bride, even though I ain't the groom
Your husband assume, come back with his goons
Put me in the trunk on your way to your honeymoon
Radio my platoon, Wyclef to Sev'
'I hear them playing Elvis, they on they way to Graceland
But they don't scare me, I'm in the trunk, I ain't sorry
Natural born killer, who slept with the enemy'
Think quick, what should I do, what did double-oh-seven do?
I pulled a bomb from my shoe (hahahahaha)
And exploded the trunk (blaooww) I woke up half drunk
Over looked by a bunch of gypsies wit a bag of skunk

You got the skully to your face, star, anything can happen
What, what, say what, say what, anything can happen
Sellin crack in the corner, man, anything can happen
What? Say what, say what anything can happen
I just got laid off, anything can happen
What, what, say what, say what, anything can happen
You don't wanna go there, cause anything can happen
What, what, say what, say what, anything can happen

Aiyyo, anything can happen, you can't stop the shining
You lookin at my watch, but my mind's really the diamond
Nine to the Seven, you better off steppin
When I'm writin with my pen, it turns into a lethal weapon (Ding!)
Take this lesson, to your next session
I suggest, you practice with the freshman
Sophomore, junior, then come check the senior
By then I would have graduated from the school of ruckus
Wyclef and Jerry Wonder, last of the producers
If the royalty ain't right, I put a call to Donny Eina
But always stay humble went from bummy to neat
Cause money break groups up like the Five Heartbeats
Don't get souped cause you, pushin a Coupe
Next year you on foot, runnin from a lawsuit
For example, I know I'm nice, I don't front it
Least anticipated, to the most wanted
Yeah, that's me in the spotlight
With a mic and a guitar, like M.O.P., I like it raw

Yo, when you're rollin to the Carnival, anything can happen
What, what, say what, say what, anything can happen
Every man got disciples, anything can happen
What, what, say what, say what, anything can happen
Its all about survival man, anything can happen
Hah, say what, say what, anything can happen
You lookin at me wrong, man, anything can happen
What, what, say what, say what, anything can happen

Will the Knicks win the championship this year?
Say what, say what, anything can happen
Will we find some peace of mind this year?
Say what, say what, anything can happen
You ready for the revolution this year?
Say what, say what, anything can happen
Will you make love with no condom this year?
No no, no no, that will never happen

The record is not over yet
The record is not over yet
The record is not over yet
Where the ladies at? Put yo' hands in the air!

And for the ladies, we won't play you
If you proud, shake what yo mama gave you, hey!
Whether your fat or slim, bubble your ting
Fellas if you need help, use ginseng
And for the ladies, we won't play you
If you fat, shake what yo mama gave you, hey!
Whether your fat or slim, bubble your ting
ReFugee thugs hang at the roller rink

Roller skatin baby
Carnival (Make room, for the Carnival, make room)
And it don't, nine-seven to infinity
Rest in Peace, Rest in Peace




And the record is not over yet, the record is not over yet
It is not, the record

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Anything Can Happen" by Refugee Allstars speak of the unpredictable nature of life and human behavior. The opening lines "I got the skully to my face (hardcore) / cause anything can happen at the Carnival" highlight the idea that life is uncertain, and anything can occur at any moment. The mention of a carnival is symbolic of the different and unexpected events that can take place. The song also talks about relationship issues like cheating and betrayal, suggesting that people cannot always be trusted. It mentions different scenarios, like selling drugs, losing jobs, and being involved in violent situations, to further drive home the message of unpredictability.


The song also has themes of perseverance and survival. The lyrics "and for the ladies, we won't play you / whether you're fat or slim, bubble your ting" promotes body positivity and encourages women to be proud of their bodies regardless of society's standards. Additionally, the line "it's all about survival man, anything can happen" emphasizes the importance of being alert and prepared for anything that life may throw at us.


Overall, "Anything Can Happen" is a cautionary tale that reminds listeners that life is not entirely within their control and that they should always be ready for the unforeseen.


Line by Line Meaning

I got the skully to my face (hardcore)
I am wearing my skull hat in a tough and hardcore manner.


cause anything can happen at the Carnival
Anything unexpected can occur at the Carnival.


(Yo make room, make room, make room, MAKE ROOM, make room)
Please clear the way for me to enter.


You can't stop the shining
My success and brilliance cannot be hindered.


Yo, don't slip Mike
Be careful and stay alert, Mike.


You don't want to go there is all, trust me
You do not want to experience what may happen, trust me on this.


I know your girl wit you, but you don't want to get embarassed
Your companion is with you, but you will be ashamed with what may occur.


Yo, when you're rolling to the Carnival, anything can happen
When traveling to the Carnival, expect the unexpected.


What, what, say what, say what, anything can happen
Anything can unexpectedly occur in several situations or scenarios.


Making love to your girlfriend, anything can happen
Unexpected events can occur even while making love to your girlfriend.


What? Say what, say what, anything can happen
Anything unpredictable can happen in various circumstances.


She's sleepin wit your best friend cause anything can happen
Unexpected events can occur to the extent that your girlfriend may be sleeping with your best friend.


Wh-a-at? Say what, say what, anything can happen
Anything unexpected and uncertain can happen in any scenario.


You roll down the block, come back with your gat and POW, cause anything can happen
On a dangerous block, firearms might be used and anything could occur.


Feel this composition, it's a brand new dub
Listen and experience my latest musical composition.


First thing I did, was went to the pub
The first thing I did was go to a public house or bar.


Tequila with worm, lemon, salt, and no rocks
I consumed tequila with a worm, lemon, salt, and no ice.


Cause when it hits my chest -- it gots to be hot
The tequila warms up my chest significantly upon consumption.


Uh haha, stop, 'Clef can I rock, yo
I laugh and say stop briefly as I ask Wyclef if I can perform.


Get out the bathroom, let me go again from the top
Please leave the bathroom so I can start my performance again from the beginning.


Feel this composition, I wrote it in the tub
Experience my musical composition that I wrote in the bathtub.


Ahhh, stop, 'Clef can I rock
Another request for Wyclef's permission to perform.


I'd like to give a shout out to my people on the block
I want to address my friends and associates on the block.


For you Silly Willy playin thug cartoon
Shoutout to Silly Willy who acts tough and plays gangster.


My infrared scope got your movements on zoom
I can closely monitor your movements with my infrared scope.


Boom new toon, write songs in my room
I create new songs in my bedroom.


Sleeping with the bride, even though I ain't the groom
I am sleeping with the bride, even though I am not the groom.


Your husband assume, come back with his goons
The husband presumes and returns with his bodyguards.


Put me in the trunk on your way to your honeymoon
The husband locks me in the trunk on their way to their honeymoon.


Radio my platoon, Wyclef to Sev'
Call for help from my team via radio and have Wyclef come to save me.


'I hear them playing Elvis, they on they way to Graceland
I can hear them listening to Elvis and driving to Graceland.


But they don't scare me, I'm in the trunk, I ain't sorry
I am not frightened by them, as I am locked in the trunk and have nothing to apologize for.


Natural born killer, who slept with the enemy'
I am a natural born killer who has slept with the enemy.


Think quick, what should I do, what did double-oh-seven do?
I need to think quickly and ask myself what James Bond did in this situation.


I pulled a bomb from my shoe (hahahahaha)
I quickly pull a bomb from my shoe, and laugh hysterically.


And exploded the trunk (blaooww) I woke up half drunk
I blow up the trunk and wake up in an intoxicated state.


Over looked by a bunch of gypsies wit a bag of skunk
Overlooked by gypsies holding a bag of cannabis.


Sellin crack in the corner, man, anything can happen
Dangerous and unpredictable events can occur while selling cocaine on the street corner.


You just got laid off, anything can happen
You may experience unforeseeable and unpleasant events after losing your job.


You don't wanna go there, cause anything can happen
Please avoid this situation, as anything could happen.


Aiyyo, anything can happen, you can't stop the shining
Anything may transpire and my success cannot be hindered.


You looking at my watch, but my mind's really the diamond
You may focus on my watch, but my brilliance and mind are the true gems.


Nine to the Seven, you better off steppin
You better step aside, as I have things under control.


When I'm writin with my pen, it turns into a lethal weapon (Ding!)
My pen is a powerful weapon when writing and creating music.


Take this lesson, to your next session
Learn from my teachings and apply them in your future endeavors.


I suggest, you practice with the freshman
It is advisable to practice and gain experience when starting out.


Sophomore, junior, then come check the senior
After a couple of years of experience, come back and see the senior.


By then I would have graduated from the school of ruckus
At that point, I would have gained enough experience to teach others.


Wyclef and Jerry Wonder, last of the producers
Wyclef and Jerry Wonder are the final and most skilled producers.


If the royalty ain't right, I put a call to Donny Eina
If the royalties and payments are incorrect, I contact Donny Eina for assistance.


But always stay humble went from bummy to neat
Remain humble, as I have gone from being down and out to being successful.


Cause money break groups up like the Five Heartbeats
Money issues can break apart groups, even like the fictional Five Heartbeats.


Don't get souped cause you, pushin a Coupe
Don't be fooled by flashy cars like a Coupe.


Next year you on foot, runnin from a lawsuit
You might experience legal troubles and be forced to run on foot next year.


For example, I know I'm nice, I don't front it
I am aware of my skills and I do not need to show off.


Least anticipated, to the most wanted
From being overlooked to being highly sought after.


Yeah, that's me in the spotlight
I am the one in the spotlight.


With a mic and a guitar, like M.O.P., I like it raw
I enjoy performing raw with just a microphone and a guitar, similar to M.O.P.


Every man got disciples, anything can happen
Each person has followers, and anything can happen to them.


Its all about survival man, anything can happen
It is all about surviving, as anything can occur in dangerous situations.


You lookin at me wrong, man, anything can happen
You are staring at me awkwardly, I am not sure what could happen next.


Will the Knicks win the championship this year?
Will the basketball team the Knicks win the championship this year?


Will we find some peace of mind this year?
Will we be able to find contentment and peace this year?


You ready for the revolution this year?
Are you prepared for the upcoming revolution this year?


Will you make love with no condom this year?
Will you engage in sexual activity without a condom this year?


No no, no no, that will never happen
No, that will never happen.


Where the ladies at? Put yo' hands in the air!
Where are the women? Please raise your hands!


And for the ladies, we won't play you
We do not intend to play or deceive the ladies.


If you proud, shake what yo mama gave you, hey!
If you are confident, dance and shake what your mother gave you!


Whether your fat or slim, bubble your ting
Whether you are overweight or thin, shake your thing.


Fellas if you need help, use ginseng
Men, if you require help or energy, try using ginseng.


And it don't, nine-seven to infinity
It will not end, from 1997 to infinity.


Rest in Peace, Rest in Peace
R.I.P, R.I.P.


And the record is not over yet, the record is not over yet
The album is not over and there is more music to come.


It is not, the record
The album is not finished.




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Written by: Wyclef Jean, Jerry Duplessis

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@sic5153

Yo, when you're rolling to the Carnival, anything can happen
What, what, say what, say what, anything can happen
Making love to your girlfriend, anything can happen
What? Say what, say what, anything can happen
She's sleepin wit your best friend cause anything can happen
Wh-a-at? Say what, say what, anything can happen
You roll down the block, come back with your gat
and POW, cause anything can happen

Feel this composition, it's a brand new dub
First thing I did, was went to the pub
Tequila with worm, lemon, salt, and no rocks
Cause when it hits my chest -- it gots to be hot
Uh haha, stop, 'Clef can I rock, yo
Get out the bathroom, let me go again from the top
Feel this composition, I wrote it in the tub
First thing I did, was went to the pub
Tequila with worm, lemon, salt, and no rocks
Cause when it hits my chest -- it gots to be hot
Ahhh, stop, 'Clef can I rock
I'd like to give a shout out to my people on the block
For you Silly Willy playin thug cartoon
My infrared scope got your movements on zoom
Boom new toon, write songs in my room
Sleeping with the bride, even though I ain't the groom
Your husband assume, come back with his goons
Put me in the trunk on your way to your honeymoon
Radio my platoon, Wyclef to Sev'
'I hear them playing Elvis, they on they way to Graceland
But they don't scare me, I'm in the trunk, I ain't sorry
Natural born killer, who slept with the enemy'
Think quick, what should I do, what did double-oh-seven do?
I pulled a bomb from my shoe (hahahahaha)
And exploded the trunk (blaooww) I woke up half drunk
Over looked by a bunch of gypsies wit a bag of skunk

You got the skully to your face, star, anything can happen
What, what, say what, say what, anything can happen
Sellin crack in the corner, man, anything can happen
What? Say what, say what anything can happen
I just got laid off, anything can happen
What, what, say what, say what, anything can happen
You don't wanna go there, cause anything can happen
What, what, say what, say what, anything can happen

Aiyyo, anything can happen, you can't stop the shining
You lookin at my watch, but my mind's really the diamond
Nine to the Seven, you better off steppin
When I'm writin with my pen, it turns into a lethal weapon (Ding!)
Take this lesson, to your next session
I suggest, you practice with the freshman
Sophomore, junior, then come check the senior
By then I would have graduated from the school of ruckus
Wyclef and Jerry Wonder, last of the producers
If the royalty ain't right, I put a call to Donny Eina
But always stay humble went from bummy to neat
Cause money break groups up like the Five Heartbeats
Don't get souped cause you, pushin a Coupe
Next year you on foot, runnin from a lawsuit
For example, I know I'm nice, I don't front it
Least anticipated, to the most wanted
Yeah, that's me in the spotlight
With a mic and a guitar, like M.O.P., I like it raw

Yo, when you're rollin to the Carnival, anything can happen
What, what, say what, say what, anything can happen
Every man got disciples, anything can happen
What, what, say what, say what, anything can happen
Its all about survival man, anything can happen
Hah, say what, say what, anything can happen
You lookin at me wrong, man, anything can happen
What, what, say what, say what, anything can happen

Will the Knicks win the championship this year?
Say what, say what, anything can happen
Will we find some peace of mind this year?
Say what, say what, anything can happen
You ready for the revolution this year?
Say what, say what, anything can happen
Will you make love with no condom this year?
No no, no no, that will never happen

The record is not over yet
The record is not over yet
The record is not over yet
Where the ladies at? Put yo' hands in the air!

And for the ladies, we won't play you
If you proud, shake what yo mama gave you, hey!
Whether your fat or slim, bubble your ting
Fellas if you need help, use ginseng
And for the ladies, we won't play you
If you fat, shake what yo mama gave you, hey!
Whether your fat or slim, bubble your ting
ReFugee thugs hang at the roller rink

Roller skatin baby
Carnival (Make room, for the Carnival, make room)
And it don't, nine-seven to infinity
Rest in Peace, Rest in Peace
And the record is not over yet, the record is not over yet
It is not, the record



All comments from YouTube:

@missayawk

The Carnival... One of the most slept on albums of all time!! Classic stuff by Clef

@mildredntambi6982

Anything can happen ...

@muntublackson4757

Mildred Ntambi 🤣🤣🤣🤣👏🏽👏🏽

@crosscounty24

Nah bro it sold over 5 million records. He should have won a Grammy though

@dustinw5442

was it slept on? it was huge in my school in rural Vermont (US)

@eastnewyorka22

Played this album all through high school in ‘98 and still listening to it! 🙏🏾

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@kensniffeyjr1004

bro I listened to this from start to finish when I was a kid.....first album I ever copped....man brings back memories of real rap

@freezesaint7887

God loves you

@UpJumpsDaParty

That was always the definition of a good album when you could listen to it from start to end without skipping songs and interludes. The Carnical was a complete artistic package

@tydigga

This album was underrated...it's pretty good.

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