It's Tricky
Run‐D.M.C. Lyrics
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To rock (a rhyme), that's right (on time)
It's Tricky is the title, here we go
It's tricky to rock a rhyme, to rock a rhyme that's right on time
It's tricky, it's tricky, tricky, tricky, tricky
It's tricky to rock a rhyme, to rock a rhyme that's right on time
It's tricky, t-t-tricky, tricky, tricky
I met this little girlie, her hair was kinda curly
Went to her house and bust her out, I had to leave real early
These girls are really sleazy, all they just say is please me
Or spend some time and rock a rhyme, I said "It's not that easy"
It's tricky to rock a rhyme, to rock a rhyme that's right on time
It's tricky (how is it D?) It's tricky, tricky, tricky, tricky
It's tricky to rock a rhyme, to rock a rhyme that's right on time
It's tricky, tricky, tricky, tricky
In New York the people talk and try to make us rhyme
They really (hawk) but we just (walk) because we have no time
And in the city it's a pity 'cause we just can't hide
Tinted windows don't mean nothin', they know who's inside
It's tricky to rock a rhyme, to rock a rhyme that's right on time
It's tricky (how is it D?) Tricky, tricky, tricky, tricky
It's tricky to rock a rhyme, to rock a rhyme that's right on time
It's tricky, tricky, tricky, tricky, tricky huh
When I wake up, people take up mostly all of my time
I'm not singin', phone keep ringin' 'cause I make up a rhyme
I'm not braggin', people naggin' 'cause they think I'm a star
Always tearin' what I'm wearin', I think they're goin' too far
A girl named Carol follows Daryll every gig we play
I ain't lyin', girls be cryin' 'cause I'm on TV
They even bother my poor father 'cause he's down with me
It's tricky to rock a rhyme, to rock a rhyme that's right on time
It's tricky (how is it?) tricky, tricky, tricky, tricky
It's tricky to rock a rhyme, to rock a rhyme that's right on time
It's tricky, t-t-t-t-tricky, t-t-tricky, tr
We are not thugs (we don't use drugs) but you assume (on your own)
They offer coke (and lots of dope) but we just leave it alone
It's like that y'all (y'all), but we don't quit
You keep on, rock, shock 'cause this is it
In Run-D.M.C.'s song 'It's Tricky’, the singer begins by announcing to the listeners that he is about to perform a recital. He deems it necessary and vital for him to perform spectacularly, to rhyme flawlessly and be on time with his beats. The title of the song, 'It’s Tricky,' captures the difficulty of being able to perform a rhyme right on time. The singer then goes on to narrate an experience with a "little girlie" whose curls he finds irresistible. Although he eventually had to leave her company early, he reveals the challenges that come with trying to impress her. He also adds to the theme of the song by noting how difficult it is to rock a rhyme in sync.
The rest of the song describes how the singer's stardom, popularity, and the incessant attention from fans make it tricky for him to rhyme appropriately. People follow him everywhere, always asking for a rhyme, and sometimes assuming he is up to no good because of his appearance. Despite the struggles, the singer notes that they are not thugs, nor do they use drugs, and although they receive offers, they choose not to fall into temptation. The chorus repeats multiple times, emphasizing the message that it is tricky to rock a rhyme that is right on time, with t's and r's stuttered to add to the fun of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
This speech is my recital, I think it's very vital
The words I am about to say are important to me and I want to share them with you.
To rock (a rhyme), that's right (on time)
To perform a song with rhyming lyrics in a perfect, timely manner.
It's Tricky is the title, here we go
The name of this song is It's Tricky, and let's begin.
It's tricky to rock a rhyme, to rock a rhyme that's right on time
It's challenging to perform a song with rhyming lyrics in a perfect, timely manner.
It's tricky, it's tricky, tricky, tricky, tricky
It's a difficult task, so much so that it's worth repeating.
I met this little girlie, her hair was kinda curly
I met a young lady and her hair had a slight curl to it.
Went to her house and bust her out, I had to leave real early
I visited her house and left a little earlier than expected.
These girls are really sleazy, all they just say is please me
These ladies are promiscuous and only care about satisfying themselves.
Or spend some time and rock a rhyme, I said "It's not that easy"
They suggested that I perform my rhyming song, but I explained that it's not an easy task.
In New York the people talk and try to make us rhyme
When we're in New York, people pressure us to perform a rhyming song.
They really (hawk) but we just (walk) because we have no time
They insist that we perform, but we ignore them because we're busy.
And in the city it's a pity 'cause we just can't hide
Being in the city is a shame because we can't go unnoticed.
Tinted windows don't mean nothin', they know who's inside
Having darkened car windows doesn't conceal our identity - people recognize us.
When I wake up, people take up mostly all of my time
Upon waking up, people begin demanding my attention and taking up most of my day.
I'm not singin', phone keep ringin' 'cause I make up a rhyme
I'm not actively performing, but the phone rings constantly with people seeking my rhyming abilities.
I'm not braggin', people naggin' 'cause they think I'm a star
I'm not trying to be conceited, but people pester me because they view me as a celebrity.
Always tearin' what I'm wearin', I think they're goin' too far
People consistently criticize my clothing choices, and it's becoming excessive.
A girl named Carol follows Daryll every gig we play
A girl named Carol attends every concert we perform where Darryl is present.
Then D dissed her and dismissed her, now she's jockin' Jay
Darryl insulted and rejected her, so now she's pursuing Jay instead.
I ain't lyin', girls be cryin' 'cause I'm on TV
I'm not lying when I say that girls cry because they see me on TV.
They even bother my poor father 'cause he's down with me
They even harass my father because he supports me.
We are not thugs (we don't use drugs) but you assume (on your own)
We are not violent people and we don't use drugs, but this is a common assumption others make about us.
They offer coke (and lots of dope) but we just leave it alone
Despite being offered drugs, we decline and choose not to partake.
It's like that y'all (y'all), but we don't quit
That's the way it is, but we won't stop.
You keep on, rock, shock 'cause this is it
Keep going, continue to perform and surprise others, because this is what it's all about.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Rick Rubin, Darryl Matthews McDaniels, Joseph Ward Simmons, Jason William Mizell
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@martinkuliza
+Rachit Ramesh (Rachit25) No .. sorry mate, IT'S RAP. Our Generation Called it Rap before Your generation Called it Hip Hop
ok
and even though i understand what your debate is about
i'ts Rap
and Breakdance is Breakdance, not crumping
call it what you want,
but.. we called it Rap
we called it breakdance
we called it electric boogaloo
for us to call it anything else, is just weird
if the name has been refined since then,
that's another story,
but your definition of the name is based on our original method of referring to is as RAP.
and that's that.
@martinkuliza
TheDoomer666 my facts are straight mate, think about it for a second.
what seems more logical..
that the term BREAKDANCE came first , then it was shortened to BREAKING
or... do you think it was called BREAKING then made longer.
Mate, people don't extend names, they shorten them.
and i know for a fact that BREAKDANCE came first.
so... i suggest you get your facts straight.
like you said AS FAR AS YOU KNOW it was hip hop first.
i guess you need to re evaluate what you know.
and.. that's that.
@SusanForman042
That's the same reason my dad showed me this when I was a kid
I remember my Dad showing me this when I was younger, originally because Pen & Teller were in this
Dad: ' Pen & Teller are in this music video. '
Me: ' Huh? okay cool. '
Dad: ' Yeah and hopefully you also like the song & band. '
Me * after listening * : ' That was awesome & not just Pen & Teller but the overall video, song, the band, & the clever how clever the rhyming is.'
.
A few years later
Dad: ' found this snowboarding video game, I thought we give it a try. '
Me: ' Okay, sure. '
Both of us watching the intro to the game: ' That's "It's Tricky" by "Run DMC"
This game just got way more awesome!
Me: ' I hope they that this actually plays during game play. '
* One of us does enough tricks in the game to trigger the multiplier *
Both of us: ' That's awesome! They actually have the song connected to a part of game play! '
I'm paraphrasing by the way I'll have to ask my Dad what I said / how accurate my paraphrasing is.
I might edit this later for the sake of accuracy.
@whatever
This song will stand the test of time.
@1lluuhtre
Lol
@adamstringer9597
Already has!
@dr.dfortnite2760
:O
@dr.dfortnite2760
@@adamstringer9597 lol
@omaygot5331
It’s real stand ability, is to stop time
@andjustenjoytheshow
You're a legend if you did not come here because of TikTok.
@alexandramarroquin3421
Neva .💯🙏💯🙏💯🙏💯🙏💯
@praiseyahwehandyeshua6543
No you aren’t
@dewaynebrooks2359
Well you obviously did