Mas Que Nada
Sergio; Black Eyed Peas Mendes Lyrics

Oariá raiô
A chant or expression that does not have a specific meaning, which is often used in Samba and other Brazilian music genres for its musical value.

Obá obá obá
Another expression that does not have a specific meaning, which is often used in Samba and other Brazilian music genres as part of the rhythm or melody.

Mas que nada
An expression that means 'but nothing' or 'nothing but.' It is used as the title of the song and emphasizes the importance and significance of Samba music and Brazilian culture.

Black Eyed Peas came to make it hotter
The Black Eyed Peas are here to make the music hotter or more intense by combining their hip-hop style with the traditional Brazilian Samba music.

We be the party starters
The Black Eyed Peas are the ones who initiate or begin the party by playing their music and getting people to dance and have fun.

Bubblin' up just like lava, like lava
The energy and excitement of the music are building up and intensifying just like the heat and pressure of the lava inside a volcano before its eruption.

Heated like a sauna
The music is hot, intense, and energetic like the heat inside a sauna or steam room.

Penetrating through your body armor
The music is so powerful and intense that it can penetrate through any physical or emotional barriers and reach the deepest parts of your soul or body.

Rhythmically we massage ya
The music rhythmically massages or stimulates your body and mind, creating a pleasurable and relaxing experience.

With hip hop mixed up with samba
The Black Eyed Peas mix their hip-hop style with the traditional Brazilian Samba music, creating a unique and innovative sound that fuses different cultures and genres.

So yes, yes, y'all (yes, y'all, y'all)
A phrase commonly used in hip-hop music to engage and energize the audience or crowd, emphasizing the importance of participation and enthusiasm.

You know we never stop we never rest, y'all (rest, y'all, y'all)
The Black Eyed Peas are always on the go, always working to create new music, and never taking a break or resting.

The Black Eyed Peas'll keep it funky fresh, y'all (fresh, y'all, y'all)
The Black Eyed Peas promise to keep their music funky, fresh, and current, always innovating and pushing the boundaries of music.

And we won't stop until we get y'all, 'til we get y'all sayin'
The Black Eyed Peas won't stop playing their music until they get the audience to participate and engage with them, repeating the lyrics or dancing to the rhythm.

Peter Piper picked peppers
An alliteration used to create a rhythmic and playful sound, and referencing a well-known tongue twister.

But Tab rocked rhymes-a
Tab (a member of the Black Eyed Peas) delivers his own version of the tongue twister, showing off his rhyming skills and musical talent.

1, 2, 3, 4, several times-a
A simple and catchy rhyme that emphasizes the rhythm and beat of the music, and is repeated several times for effect.

Heavy rotation played by every kind-a
The music is played frequently and intensely across different radio stations and music genres, and is enjoyed by everyone regardless of their background or culture.

Radio stations blastin' every mind-a
Radio stations are broadcasting the music everywhere, occupying people's minds and thoughts, and creating a cultural phenomenon.

We crossing boundaries like everyday
The Black Eyed Peas are crossing different boundaries and barriers (such as cultural, linguistic, or musical) every day, bringing people together through their music.

To rock ya body, Bobbie be on the R and the Bay
A reference to the San Francisco Bay Area, where the music scene has a significant influence on the Black Eyed Peas and where Bobby McFerrin (a famous jazz musician) is from.

We got we got Tab magnifications
A line that emphasizes the talent and creativity of Tab and the importance of his contributions to the music.

Tab magnified like every day
A repetition of the previous line in a more rhythmic and melodic way, highlighting the importance of Tab's role in the music.

Drop hot hot be my daily operation
A phrase that emphasizes the daily commitment and passion that the Black Eyed Peas have for creating new and innovative music that is both hot and intense.

Got to put in work in this crazy occupation
A line that acknowledges the hard work and dedication required to be successful in the music industry and the challenges and pressures that come with it.

Gotta keep it movin' (that's the motivation)
A phrase that emphasizes the importance of staying motivated and focused on creating new music and moving forward despite the obstacles or failures.

Gotta ride the waves and keep a tight relation
A line that describes the importance of adapting to different situations and maintaining good relationships with the team and collaborators to keep the music fresh and lively.

With my team keep it moving, and doing it right
A phrase that shows the importance of teamwork and collaboration in creating successful music and achieving their goals.

Up in the lab every day 'til daylight
A reference to the Black Eyed Peas' creative process, where they spend long hours in the studio working on new music and experimenting with different sounds and rhythms.

That's the way things move in this monkey business
A phrase that reflects the difficulties and challenges of the music industry and the necessary hustle and drive required to succeed in it.

(We took an old samba song and remixed it)
A line that acknowledges the roots and origins of Samba music and the Black Eyed Peas' innovative and creative approach to remixing and adapting it to their own style and sound.

Sai da minha frente
A phrase that means 'get out of my way' or 'move aside,' used in Brazilian Portuguese slang to show assertiveness and authority.

Que eu quero passar
A phrase that means 'because I want to pass,' emphasizing the urgency and importance of moving forward and achieving one's goals.

Pois o samba esta animado
A phrase that means 'because the Samba is lively,' emphasizing the importance and passion for Samba music in Brazilian culture.

O que eu quero e sambar
A phrase that means 'what I want is to Samba,' emphasizing the joy and pleasure that Samba music brings to its listeners and dancers.

Este samba, que e misto de maracatu
A phrase that describes the fusion and mixture of different Brazilian music genres, such as Samba and Maracatu, creating a unique sound and rhythm.

E samba de preto velho
A phrase that means 'and Samba from the old black men,' referring to the historical and cultural significance of Samba music in the Afro-Brazilian community.

Samba de preto tu
A phrase that means 'your own Samba,' emphasizing the importance of individual expression and creativity in music and dance.

Ba badada ba
A repetition of musical sounds that emphasize the rhythm and beat of the music.

(Ba badada ba) Sergio, play yo piano
A line that invites Sergio Mendes to play his piano and contribute to the music with his own talent and creativity.

(Oh eh oh) Sergio, play yo yo yo yo yo
Another line that shows the excitement and anticipation for Sergio Mendes' contribution to the music, and emphasizes his importance and talent.

Piano (ano ano ano ano ano ano)
A repetition of the sound of the piano, creating a rhythmic and melodic effect that emphasizes Sergio Mendes' contribution to the music.