Let's Get It Started
Richard Cheese Lyrics


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And the bass keeps running
Running and runnin runnin'
And runnin' runnin' and runnin'
Runnin' and runnin' runnin'
And runnin' runnin' and runnin' runnin
And runnin' runnnin' and

In this context, there's no disrespect
So when I bust my rhyme, you break ya necks
We got five minutes for us to disconnect
From all intellect and let the rhythm effect

Us to lose our inhibitions
Follow your intuition
Free your inner soul and
Break away from tradition
Cause when we be out
Girlies pull the heat out
You wouldn't believe how we wow shit out
Burnin' 'til it's burned out
Turn it 'til it's turned out
Act up from North West East South

Everybody, everybody, just get into it
Get stupid
Get retarded, get it started, get retarded
Let's get retarded in here
Let's get it retarded in here ohh ohh ohh
Ohh ohh ohh

Bob your head like epilepsy
Up inside the club or in your Bentley
So, come them now, do not correct it
Let's get pregnant, let's get hectic
Let's get retarded in here
Let's get it retarded in here

Whoooooaaa (coo-koo)
Ahh-aahhh let's get (coo-koo) , started
Ohh ohh ohh, yada, yada
Yada, yada, yada, yada, yada
Yada, yada, yada, yada, yada




Yada, yada, yada, yada
Yes!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Richard Cheese's song Let's Get It Started primarily use repetition to create a playful and energetic tone. The phrase "runnin' and runnin'" is repeated numerous times, acting as a chant that gets listeners pumped up. The verses encourage listeners to let go of their inhibitions and follow the beat of the music. Cheese encourages the audience to not overthink things and just feel the music. He references women getting excited by their music and the party atmosphere intensifying until they burn out from the excitement.


However, the repeated use of the phrase "let's get retarded" in the chorus has received backlash for its potential to offend persons with intellectual or cognitive disabilities. The Black Eyed Peas, who originally wrote the song, later changed the lyrics to "let's get it started" in response to criticism.


Despite the controversy surrounding the lyrics, they have remained popular in various forms of media, including being featured in films like "Shrek 2" and on the TV show "The Office."


Line by Line Meaning

And the bass keeps running
The bass continues to play heavily in the background. It's setting the vibe of the song and making it irresistible.


Running and runnin runnin'
The bass is so captivating that it keeps running in an endless loop, creating an addictive rhythm that gets everyone moving.


And runnin' runnin' and runnin'
The bass has been running for quite some time now, and it doesn't seem like it's going to stop anytime soon.


Runnin' and runnin' runnin'
The bass is running continuously in a loop, and it's making people dance uncontrollably.


And runnin' runnin' and runnin' runnin
The bass is creating a repetitive beat that's making people lose themselves in the music.


And runnin' runnnin' and
The bass is running in a fast-paced manner, creating an exciting atmosphere.


In this context, there's no disrespect
The lyrics of the song are not meant to offend or disrespect anyone.


So when I bust my rhyme, you break ya necks
The rhythm of the rap lyrics is so intense that it's making people move their heads vigorously.


We got five minutes for us to disconnect
The song is inviting people to take a five-minute break from their serious, intellectual thoughts and disconnect by dancing to the music.


From all intellect and let the rhythm effect
The song is inviting people to let go of their intellectual thoughts and allow the music's rhythm to take control.


Us to lose our inhibitions
The song is calling for people to let go of their social inhibitions and dance freely without any self-consciousness.


Follow your intuition
The song is encouraging people to listen to their instincts and do what feels right when dancing.


Free your inner soul and
The song is inviting people to let go of their fears and anxieties and allow their innermost selves to express through dance.


Break away from tradition
The song is suggesting that people break away from any cultural or societal traditions that may hinder their ability to dance freely.


Cause when we be out
The song is acknowledging that when the performers are on stage, they are the ultimate party-starters.


Girlies pull the heat out
The song is suggesting that women in the audience become more energized and excited when they hear the music.


You wouldn't believe how we wow shit out
The song is boasting about how amazing the performers are, and they can surprise and impress people with their music.


Burnin' 'til it's burned out
The song is inviting people to dance until they can't dance anymore.


Turn it 'til it's turned out
The song is inviting people to keep dancing and turning until the music eventually stops.


Act up from North West East South
The song is suggesting that people from all geographical regions can act as wild and crazy as they want while dancing to the music.


Everybody, everybody, just get into it
The song is inviting everyone in the room to start dancing together as a unified group.


Get stupid
The song is encouraging people to let loose and dance without worrying about how they look or what others think of them.


Get retarded, get it started, get retarded
The song is suggesting that people should get crazy and wild while dancing to the rhythm of the music.


Let's get retarded in here
The song is inviting people to let go of their inhibitions and dance without any restrictions or rules.


Let's get it retarded in here ohh ohh ohh
The song is reiterating the invitation for people to dance wildly and freely.


Bob your head like epilepsy
The song is suggesting that people should rock their heads back and forth uncontrollably while dancing.


Up inside the club or in your Bentley
The song is suggesting that people can dance wildly and freely whether inside a club or in a fancy car like a Bentley.


So, come them now, do not correct it
The song is inviting people to join in the fun without questioning or trying to correct anything.


Let's get pregnant, let's get hectic
The song is suggesting that people should be wild and crazy while dancing to the music as if they are trying to conceive a child or cause chaos.


Whoooooaaa (coo-koo)
The song is inviting people to shout and scream out of excitement while dancing to the music.


Ahh-aahhh let's get (coo-koo) , started
The song is suggesting that people should let loose and unleash their wild side while dancing to the music.


Ohh ohh ohh, yada, yada
The song is using nonsensical phrases to create a fun and carefree atmosphere while dancing.


Yada, yada, yada, yada, yada
The song is repeating the nonsensical phrases to create a playful and quirky vibe.


Yada, yada, yada, yada, yada
The song continues to repeat the nonsensical phrases for no other reason than to keep the fun flowing.


Yada, yada, yada, yada
The song continues to repeat the nonsensical phrases as a way to create a humorous and lighthearted tone.


Yes!
The song ends on a high note, expressing the fun and excitment that people can experience while dancing to music without any rules or restrictions.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LEROY BURGESS, JAMES J. CALLOWAY, AARON T. DAVENPORT, SAADI DAVIS, TERRELL EMANUEL, JAMES JR. GIST, ANDREW SMITH, JULIAN WALTERS

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Comments from YouTube:

father2

Listening to the lyrics of the original song after knowing the uncensored version makes it tenfolds funnier. Especially the "nananananananana" part if you think about it.

Bestewojibbet

ervery time i listen to this dude i grow a suit, a topper, a monocle and a martini grows out of my hand... pls someone help me i think this is a serious medical condition!

Repubbles McGlonky

reports you to the SCP Foundation sorry I know this is an old comment lol

CrunchBogus

He's saying "let's get retarded." Isn't that the uncensored version?

Walker Daniels

Yes

ganggreen santiago

Thank you Dick...still the grande fromage....pls come play Vancouver and whistler!!!

Bob Bobstien

0:59 it uwu-ed at me

Bestewojibbet

putting on my topper and my suit.. just seems appropriate

RonPaulOrDie

fooooshizzy!

Дмитрий Кононенко

that is original one

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