Hey Young World
Slick Rick Lyrics

Guess who's back?
Slick Rick is back and is about to give some important advice to the young world.

(Hey, young world) the world is yours
The young world has the potential to do anything they set their minds to.

(Young world, young world) the world is yours
Reiteration of how the world belongs to the young world.

Young world
Slick Rick is addressing the young generation.

(This rap here) it may cause concern, it's
Slick Rick's words may be alarming but it's important that his audience listens.

(Broad and deep) why don't you listen and learn?
Slick Rick's advice is extensive and should be paid attention to.

(Love means happiness) that once was strong
Love used to be a source of happiness and strength.

(But due to society) even that's turned wrong
Society has caused love to become flawed.

(Times have changed) hey, it's cool to look bummy
Today's norms have changed to the point where it's considered 'cool to look unkempt.

And be a dumb dummy and disrespect your mummy
It's now socially acceptable for youngsters to be stupid and show disrespect to their mothers.

(Have you forgotten) who put you on this Earth?
Slick Rick is asking if they've forgotten who created them.

(Who brought you up right) and who loved you since your birth?
Parents are the ones who raise and care for children since birth.

Reward is a brainwashed kid goin' wild
The reward for society's negative influence is an uneducated and wild-minded youth.

Young little girls already have a child
Sadly, there are already young girls who are mothers.

(Bad company and) hey, now you've been framed
Hanging out with bad company will ultimately cause you more problems.

(Your parents are hurting) hurting and ashamed
Parents feel hurt and disappointment when their children go astray.

(Ruining yourself) and your mommy can't cope
When you start self-destructing, your mother will find it difficult to handle.

Hey, little kids don't follow these dopes
Slick Rick is urging young kids not to follow bad examples.

(As a rule from the non-fool) your life don't drool
Avoid making poor decisions that will negatively impact your life.

Don't be a fool like those that don't go to school
Education is important and not pursuing it would make one a fool.

(Get ahead) and accomplish things
Reach for success, set goals and accomplish them.

You'll see the wonder and the joy life brings
Life will be full of wonder and joy if you make positive choices.

(Don't admire thieves 'cause) hey, they don't admire you
Thieves don't have admiration for others and should not be followed or looked up to.

(Their time's limited, hard rocks too)
The time of those who attempt to live recklessly will eventually run out.

So listen, be strong, scream whoopee-doo
Be wise and strong, don't be shy to let the world know.

Go for yours, 'cause dreams come true
Pursue your dreams, work hard and they will come true.

(And you'll make your mommy so) so proud of you too
Make your mother proud of you by achieving your goals.

(And this is a message) that the Ruler Rick threw
Slick Rick's message is of great importance.

And it's true (you know, you know what, you know what, you know what?)
Slick Rick's words hold truth and should be adhered to.

(We like to party, like to party
Slick Rick is changing the mood to that of a party.

(Hey, Mr. Bigshot) hey, don't you look fly?
Slick Rick is mocking those who try to look impressive without success.

(And you don't have a dollar) oh, my, my, my
Those who appear wealthy may not have the means to do so.

You've been fightin' again and you forgot why
Those who resort to violence have likely forgotten why the fight began.

Hey kid, walk straight, master your high
Stay focused, stay away from drugs and live with integrity.

Why? Because you make your family cry
When you engage in negative behavior, it causes pain to those who care about you.

And all jokes aside, are you in good health?
Slick Rick is asking if one is taking care of themselves.

(Hey, little boy) now have you really checked yourself?
Slick Rick is urging youngsters to engage in honest self-reflection.

You're a disgust, you know someone that I can't trust
Society has been made distrustful in those who show negativity.

(You'd steal mom's welfare) and you'd run and buy some dust
When in need, those who depend on the government should not steal from those who might be in even greater need.

(And plus, I must say) big shot, you're not
Slick Rick is calling out full-of-themselves people, reminding them they are not big shots.

(Your friends are talkin' and I'm hearin' that your girls are what?)
Your friends are spreading rumors that your girlfriends are fake.

You didn't know? Go steal and rob
Society has in recent years become so accepting of theft and robbery that people don't even see the severity of it.

And while you're at it, go get a suit for a job
Slick Rick is telling those without jobs to get one and start the process of supplying for their needs.

You see you're actin like this urge is demandin'
Negative trends are causing poor decisions.

C'mon, wake up, have some understandin'
Wake up and see what's important in life.

Society's a weak excuse for a man
Blaming society for one's negative behavior does not make someone a strong or proud individual.

(It's time for the righteous) rap is trying to take the stand
Slick Rick is making a call to musicians for positive and uplifting songs.

Believe it or not, the Lord still shines on you, he
Believe it or not, our creator still loves and watches over us.

(Guides you) and he watched you as you grew, plus(
God has led you through life, from childhood to adulthood.

(Past the age of a) of a little child, that's true
Now that you are past childhood, learn to make wise decisions.

But folks your age don't act like you do, so
Those of your age group are not making the same poor decisions.

(So be mature) and put the boy to a halt
Be the mature one, stop the negative behavior.

(And if you're over eighteen) I wish you'd act like an adult
Adults should behave as such.

(Don't live in a world) of hate, hate, hate
Stop living in a world of hate and negativity.

(Pull yourself together) and get yourself straight
Collect yourself and start making better decisions.

(Men don't steal) hey, most don't borrow
It's important to live within one's means.

(And if you smoke crack) your kids'll smoke crack tomorrow
The negative behavior of one generation will spill over into the next.

(So be more mature) and kids, do your chores
It's important to be responsible and engage in age-appropriate activities.

(Make your own money) hey, be proud that's yours
Take ownership of your financial situation.

(You know why? 'Cause that's a man) that's brains, no spite
That's a man uses his knowledge and is not spiteful.

(Stayin' out of trouble) when it comes in sight
Stay away from trouble when you see it.

(And a man never loses a fight) in God's sight
God sees a man who never loses a fight.

'Cause righteous laws are overdue
It's time to make laws that are moral and right.

And this is a message that the Ruler Rick threw
Slick Rick's message carries weight.

And it's true (you know, you know what, you know what, you know what?)
Slick Rick's message rings true.

(We like to party, like to party)
Slick Rick ends the song with a fun and light-hearted tone.