Let 'em Know
Rehab Lyrics


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Hey you guys
Hey you guys

Chic-a chic-a dobe dobe dobe dobe
All the children went to heaven
Won't be back 'til ten after eleven
Are you ready (ready)
Are you ready (ready)

First there was the weed sack, coppin' and chillin'
Then came the cocaine, robbin' and stealin' (stealin')
I said I dropped more pounds then maternity wards
And got the gold chain from the gudda awards Yup!

We like that trunk knockin'
Roll by them ladies jockin'
We blazing up the bad
We got them baggies in our pockets
Y'all know we drinking somethin'
We know your thinking somethin'
Making your windows rattle
Turn the corner hear me comin'

[Chorus: x2]
Let'em know that you ain't nothing to be messed with
Bring the fire every time get that money don't quit
Grind off shine off make it happen
Get it get it
Lives large come hard
If you gonna spit it, spit it

I rocked the living room the first day I started walkin'
Was rhyming spitting flames the first day I started talkin'
Had the class and the teacher bouncing in kindergarten
Then I slapped her on her ass she said I beg your pardon
I said get get get get get it girl
One of these days I'm gonna rock the world
Just give me a crayon and give me an A on
Everything I do with a ground to play on

We're on a whole 'nother, no love for under covers
I had you suckered since I busted out my father's rubber
Give me ball caps and sneakers, fresh in some jeans and t-shirt
Still got them children dance, looking like they having seizures

[Chorus]

Kiss my acrobat my soda crack my B-u-t-t-y butty whack
Yo ma', yo pa, yo gritty granny with her hose in a panty
And a big behind like Frankenstein rock the beat down Sesame Street




It's your turn know let's get it on
Rock that thing 'til the break of dawn

Overall Meaning

The song "EMS" by Rehab, a Southern rock/hip-hop group, features catchy melodies and beats, with punchy lyrics about drug abuse, bravado, and a carefree lifestyle. The opening lines of the chorus urge listeners to let others know that they are not to be trifled with, encouraging them to bring the fire every time and make that money. The singer, likely a member of the band, also describes various illegal activities, including stealing things and purchasing drugs, as well as his past experiences with rapping and performing. The lyrics also reference specific items, such as a gold chain and ball caps, which serve as markers of status and success within the hip-hop community.


This song reflects a common theme in hip-hop music, especially in its emphasis on materialism, street credibility, and nonconformity to mainstream values. The lyrics suggest a certain level of rebellion, as the singer glorifies activities that are clearly illegal and harmful to oneself and others. Additionally, the chorus represents a desire for power and respect, as the singer admonishes his listeners to "grind off shine off make it happen" and to "live large come hard." Overall, "EMS" is an energetic and upbeat song that highlights the conflicting values of hip-hop culture.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey you guys
Addressing the listeners, the singer wants to grab their attention and communicate something important.


Chic-a chic-a dobe dobe dobe dobe
Repeating a rhythmic phrase, the singer sets the tone for a song that is both fun and thought-provoking.


All the children went to heaven
The singer imagines a world where everyone is free from pain and suffering, and where children are protected from danger.


Won't be back 'til ten after eleven
The artist suggests that the journey to heaven may take longer than expected, but it will be worth the wait.


Are you ready (ready)
The artist asks the listeners if they are prepared for what is to come, and encourages them to stay engaged.


First there was the weed sack, coppin' and chillin'
The singer reminisces about a time when getting high was their primary concern, and they could relax and enjoy life.


Then came the cocaine, robbin' and stealin' (stealin')
The singer describes how their drug use led them down a dangerous path of crime and violence, highlighting the negative consequences of addiction.


I said I dropped more pounds then maternity wards
The artist boasts about their success in losing weight, comparing it to the number of babies born in a hospital.


And got the gold chain from the gudda awards Yup!
The artist celebrates their wealth and status, which they acquired through questionable means.


We like that trunk knockin'
The artist enjoys loud, bass-heavy music that emanates from car trunks, a staple of hip-hop culture.


Roll by them ladies jockin'
The singer attracts attention from women as they drive by, feeling confident and attractive.


We blazing up the bad
The artist is smoking marijuana, feeling relaxed and carefree.


We got them baggies in our pockets
The singer is carrying drugs, which could lead to trouble with the law or addiction.


Y'all know we drinking somethin'
The singer is also drinking alcohol, further indulging in vices that can cloud judgement and impair health.


We know your thinking somethin'
The singer is aware that others may judge them based on their appearance and behavior, but they don't care.


Making your windows rattle
The artist's music is so loud that it shakes other people's windows, signifying their presence and impact on the neighborhood.


Turn the corner hear me comin'
The artist is confident and assertive, announcing their arrival and dominance in the area.


Let'em know that you ain't nothing to be messed with
The singer urges listeners to assert themselves, and not let others take advantage of them.


Bring the fire every time get that money don't quit
The singer encourages others to work hard and make money, no matter what obstacles they face.


Grind off shine off make it happen
The artist advises listeners to put in the necessary work and effort to achieve their goals, regardless of the sacrifice required.


Get it get it
The artist repeats a phrase that embodies their belief in hard work and determination.


Lives large come hard
The artist values living an extravagant lifestyle, but also acknowledges that it takes hard work to attain it.


If you gonna spit it, spit it
The singer suggests that if someone has something to say, they should say it with confidence and clarity.


I rocked the living room the first day I started walkin'
The artist asserts their natural talent, claiming that they have been capable of making music since a very young age.


Was rhyming spitting flames the first day I started talkin'
The singer continues to affirm their innate musical abilities, suggesting that they have always been driven to create and perform.


Had the class and the teacher bouncing in kindergarten
The singer brags about their ability to captivate an audience from a young age, even getting their teacher to dance along to their music.


Then I slapped her on her ass she said I beg your pardon
The singer describes a time when they acted inappropriately towards their teacher, revealing their rebellious and disrespectful nature.


I said get get get get get it girl
The artist repeats a phrase that is often used to encourage women to dance, indicating their appreciation for female beauty and presence.


One of these days I'm gonna rock the world
The artist has big ambitions, hoping to become a successful musician and influence people globally with their music.


Just give me a crayon and give me an A on
The singer suggests that even as a child, they had a natural talent for creating art and expressing themselves creatively.


Everything I do with a ground to play on
The singer believes that music is their calling, and that they will thrive no matter what obstacles are in their way.


We're on a whole 'nother, no love for under covers
The artist feels like they are different from most people, and that they don't fit into mainstream society. They also express skepticism and disdain for law enforcement.


I had you suckered since I busted out my father's rubber
The artist reveals a manipulative side, suggesting that they were able to charm and deceive others from a young age through their words and actions.


Give me ball caps and sneakers, fresh in some jeans and t-shirt
The artist describes their preferred style of dress, which is casual and comfortable but also fashionable.


Still got them children dance, looking like they having seizures
The singer is amused by how their music still resonates with young people, who enjoy dancing to it with wild and uncontrolled movements.


Kiss my acrobat my soda crack my B-u-t-t-y butty whack
The artist strings together a series of words that sound pleasing together but don't have a coherent meaning, reflecting their playful and experimental approach to language.


Yo ma', yo pa, yo gritty granny with her hose in a panty
The singer addresses different members of their family in a playful way, describing their grandmother in a humorous and slightly vulgar manner.


And a big behind like Frankenstein rock the beat down Sesame Street
The singer continues to string together nonsensical phrases, but also cleverly references popular culture and music themes in a playful way.


It's your turn know let's get it on
The singer encourages listeners to take action and join them in a playful and lively celebration of music and life.


Rock that thing 'til the break of dawn
The artist suggests that the music and dancing should continue all night long, until the sun comes up and the party is over.




Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Missing Link Music
Written by: AURORA PFEIFFER, COURTNEY JONES, KIM VIERA, LENA LEON, THADDEUS DIXON

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