Rock Me Baby
Smooth and the Bully Boys Lyrics

Hey what's up Pop? Or should I say Punk?
Smooth is addressing the absent father of the child in his care with disdain and disrespect, suggesting that the man is undeserving of the title of 'father.'

You supposed to be the Pop to that kid, but'cha don't
The man in question is supposed to be a father figure to the child, but is not fulfilling that role in any way.

I thought you was a man when I met'cha but fa sho
When Smooth first met the man, he believed him to be a real and responsible adult male, but he has since learned that this was not the case.

I know, you far from a man, you'z a hoe
Smooth insults the man, indicating that he is not only not living up to his obligations as a father, but is also cowardly and weak-willed as a person.

Duckin' yo Responsibility
Smooth accuses the father of dodging his responsibility to his child, either by not providing financial support, or by avoiding direct contact with the child.

It's killin' me you do that
Smooth is deeply frustrated and angered by the father's lack of involvement and responsibility, as it is causing harm to the child and making Smooth's job as a caretaker more difficult.

That boy just made his birthday, bet'cha never knew that
The child has recently celebrated a birthday, which Smooth is aware of, but he is certain that the father would not have been aware of it or marked the occasion in any way.

Since you never gave lil' man shit for his birthday
Smooth asserts that the father did not provide any kind of gift or acknowledgement to the child on his birthday, despite having a responsibility to do so.

Do me a favor nigga, make me a license plate
Smooth suggests that the father should be in jail, and that he (Smooth) is doing all the work to care for the child instead of the father, to the point where he could be employed making license plates in prison.

I did everything for YO kid, you was supposed to
Smooth has taken on the role of caretaker and provider for the child, despite the father's neglect and absence.

Makin' sure, the nigga grows up, nothin' close to you
Smooth aims to raise the child in a way that will prevent him from ending up like the father, whom he views as a negative influence or threat.

'cause if he did it'll hurt me bad
Smooth indicates that if the child were to emulate his father's behavior or take after him in any way, it would cause him emotional pain and disappointment.

I know that you'z a man, but man, you'z a fag
Smooth insults the father, using homophobic language and implying that he is not a real man due to his lack of responsibility and presence in the child's life.

And, niggas like you givin' blacks a bad name
Smooth accuses the father of contributing to negative stereotypes and perceptions of black men in society.

That's the main reason I'm changin' his last name
Smooth is so disgusted by the father's behavior and lack of involvement that he intends to change the child's last name to distance him from the father entirely.

I want you erased, out his past and his future
Smooth wants to completely remove the father from the child's life and history, as he views him as harmful and detrimental to the child's well-being.

And if I ever caught'cha tryin' to touch YOUR child I'ma shoot'cha
Smooth expresses extreme anger and protectionism towards the child, warning the father that any attempt to interact or have contact with the child will result in violent consequences.

You're mad at the kid for shit, his Mama did
Smooth accuses the father of taking out his anger or frustration on the child for issues or problems with the mother.

And you done jumped out his life and he don't know who the fuck you is
The father has abandoned the child, leaving him without a solid understanding or relationship with his own father.

But you did me a favor I needed badly
Smooth acknowledges that, in a way, the father's absence and neglect has allowed Smooth to step in and take on the role of a father figure, which he feels is important and necessary for the child's well-being.

You gave me your family and I'm the Captain here
In the father's absence, Smooth has become the primary caregiver and leader of the child's household.

Your baby call me Daddy
Smooth has formed a close bond with the child, to the point where the child sees him as a father figure and addresses him as such.

Don't mean to be offendin' you, but Sometimes life is trife and cruel Any kind of man's got to understand That somebody's gotta do what'cha don't want to do
The uncredited female singer reminds the listener that life can be difficult and unpleasant, and that sometimes people have to step up and do things they might not want to do in order to take care of others.

Look at him, he's growin' up to look just like you A sight you gone barely see, 'cause you'll be locked up half your life fool
Smooth comments on the fact that the child looks like his father, even though the father is likely to spend much of his life in and out of prison.

I write you just to tell you what'cha missin' Prison's no excuse when you be loose You don't pitch a fit to get him
Smooth communicates with the father in prison to update him on the child's life and progress, but admonishes him for not working harder to be involved in the child's life despite being incarcerated.

No matter what he did But shiiiiiit, if I don't do it, it won't get done Mama, won't hit son Daddy, don't get none
Smooth recognizes that, as the only consistent presence in the child's life, he has a responsibility to raise and discipline him, even if he did not father him biologically.

Go get the switch Send a hit if you want to But you should send thanks 'cause I done kept your Baby Momma off the corner
Smooth describes disciplining the child with corporal punishment, and suggests that he has done enough work to keep the mother from resorting to prostitution or other harmful activities to provide for the family.

Taught your lil' kid what to do with his Pee-Wee Herman How to survive this World of mackin' by stackin' what he be earnin'
Smooth has taught the child how to handle himself physically and financially, and how to navigate the often-dangerous world of the streets.

How burnin' bridges ain't smart No matter how far you go in life you never know what'cha gotta cross
Smooth advises the child (and, indirectly, the father) that it is important to maintain positive relationships with people, even if it seems 'smart' to cut ties or burn bridges.

I want to thank you for the life that you done gave him But you should thank me 'cause I done raised him Your Baby call me Daddy
Smooth acknowledges that the father played a role in bringing the child into the world, but also asserts that he (Smooth) has done the lion's share of raising him, and has become a father figure in the child's eyes.

Look, whenever you touch down nigga, A.M. or P.M. I'll pay you to see him to save him from bein' Confused about who's father and who's Daddy
Smooth promises the father that, if he ever gets out of prison, he will pay him to visit the child, partly to maintain a relationship between them, and partly to avoid confusing the child about who his biological father is.

'cause scars like that, later on would bruise badly You're sadly mistaken if you're thinkin' I'll be waitin' Just to make, twenty-three to see, what's shakin'
Smooth warns the father that any attempt to harm or confuse the child will have lasting effects and may cause emotional scars, indicating that he will not hesitate to take action if necessary.

It's enough takin' him, knowin', that we ain't the same blood And havin' my other youngin's and givin' the same love
Smooth has taken on responsibility for the child despite not being related to him biologically, and will continue to show him love and care as he has done for his other children as well.

My main grudge against you is there's no sympathy For your people but they're gonna meet you eventually And when they do I'm gone be with 'em
Smooth has a deep-seated disdain for the father, partly due to a lack of sympathy or concern for other people, and suggests that he will be there to witness the father's 'reaping what he's sown' when others confront him about his actions.

Rippin' my ruger, trooper, Dad you done hit 'em Picture that, them four gone get'cha back So unless you, totin' bombs you better be open arms With liable explainations and verifications for everyone And don't lie to my fuckin' son
Smooth describes how he and others may seek violent retribution against the father if he harms the child or lies to him, and warns him to be honest and forthcoming with the child and others in his life to avoid further problems or violence.