I Got It Made
Special Ed Lyrics


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I'm your idol, the highest title, numero uno
I'm not a Puerto Rican, but I'm speakin' so that you know
And understand I got the gift of speech
And it's a blessing
So listen to the lesson I preach
I talk sense condensed into the form of a poem
Full of knowledge from my toes to the top of my dome
I'm kinda young, but my tongue speaks maturity
I'm not a child, I don't need nothin' for security
I get paid when my record is played, to put it short
I got it made

I'm outspoken
My language is broken into a slang
But it's just a dialect that I select when I hang
I play it cool, 'cause coolin' is all that I'm about
Just foolin' with the girlies, yes, I'm bustin' it out
I'm Special Ed and you can tell by the style that I use
I'm creatively superior, yo, I never lose
I never lost 'cause I'm the boss
I never will 'cause I'm still
The champion, chief one, won't lose until
I choose
Which I won't 'cause I don't retreat
I'll run you over like a truck and leave you dead in the street
You're invitin' me, a titan to a battle, why?
I don't need your respect 'cause I
Got it made

I'm talented, yes, I'm gifted
Never boosted, never shoplifted
I got the cash, but money ain't nothin'
Make a million dollars every record that I cut and
My name is Special Ed and I'm a super-duper star
Ever other month I get a brand new car
Got twenty, that's plenty yet I still want more
Kinda fond of Honda scooters, got 74
I got the riches to fulfill my needs
Got land in the sand of the West Indies
Even got a little island of my very own
I got a frog, a dog with a solid gold bone
An accountant to account the amount I spent
Got a treaty with Tahiti 'cause I own a percent
Got gear I wear for everyday
Boutiques from France to the U.S.A.
And I make all the money from the rhymes I invent
So it really doesn't matter, how much I spent, because, yo
I make fresh rhymes, daily
You burn me, really?
Think, just blink and I made a million rhymes
Just imagine if you blinked a million times
Damn, I'd be paid
I got it made

I'm kinda spoiled
'Cause everything I want I got made
I wanted gear, got everything from cotton to suede
I wanted lead, I didn't beg I just got laid
My hair was growin' too long so I got me a fade
And when my dishes got dirty, I got Cascade
When the weather was hot, I got a spot in the shade
I'm wise because I rise to the top of my grade
Wanted peace on Earth, so to God I prayed
Some kids across town thought I was afraid
They couldn't harm me
I got the army brigade
I'm not a trader
If what you got is greater I'll trade




But maybe later 'cause my waiter made potato and alligator soufflé
I got it made

Overall Meaning

Special Ed's song "I Got It Made" is an upbeat and boastful rap that serves as a declaration of his abilities, successes, and status. In the opening verse, he proclaims himself as the highest-ranked and most admired idol, whose eloquence and mastery of language is a natural gift. He asserts that he is mature beyond his years, and can speak with knowledge and wisdom. Moreover, he has no insecurities as he makes money from his music, therefore he is comfortable in whatever environment he finds himself in.


In the second verse, Special Ed describes himself as 'outspoken' and speaks about his use of slang, not as a defect but as a form of expression he selects when around his peers. He also connotes how he interacts with women and never loses because he is the boss, and with such a superior and creative intellect, he will never be bested by anyone. He is not one to retreat, but rather he attacks, conquers, and leaves his opponent disgraced. He ends the verse by saying he has no interest in battling with anyone since he has everything he wants to live the high life he enjoys. This verse impresses on listeners that he is in control of almost every aspect of his life.


The third verse is where Special Ed declares his wealth status, explaining that he is a gifted, talented, and incredibly rich artist exactly as he had always desired. He lists his acquisitions as proof of this status, which range from cars, to Honda scooters, an island in the West Indies, and couture clothing from France to the U.S.A.. He takes pride in never stealing or shoplifting anything to earn his riches. He highlights the extent of his lyrical abilities by revealing how he creates more music each day, better than most even after a million rhymes. He concludes by saying that he has attained his desires, gotten what he wanted and holds the best life.


The song's vibe is lively and energetic, and Special Ed makes it clear that he is not only successful but also living a life of luxury. His message is one that motivates listeners to work hard towards their goals and to flaunt it once they achieve it, just like him. His exceptional flow and rhyming of words are the highlights of the song, which shows a complete control of the stage and the minds of his listeners.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm your idol, the highest title, numero uno
I am the best, most respected artist among my peers.


I'm not a Puerto Rican, but I'm speakin' so that you know And understand I got the gift of speech And it's a blessing So listen to the lesson I preach
I may not be of Puerto Rican descent, but my ability to speak is a gift. So, listen to the knowledge I impart.


I talk sense condensed into the form of a poem Full of knowledge from my toes to the top of my dome
I express meaningful ideas in the form of poetry, and I have a vast range of knowledge.


I'm kinda young, but my tongue speaks maturity I'm not a child, I don't need nothin' for security
Despite my age, I speak and act with maturity, and I don't require anything to feel secure.


I get paid when my record is played, to put it short I got it made
I make money from my music, and I live a comfortable life.


I'm outspoken My language is broken into a slang But it's just a dialect that I select when I hang
I am not afraid to speak my mind, and I use slang as a language of my own choosing.


I play it cool, 'cause coolin' is all that I'm about Just foolin' with the girlies, yes, I'm bustin' it out
I maintain a calm demeanor, and I love to flirt with girls.


I'm creatively superior, yo, I never lose I never lost 'cause I'm the boss I never will 'cause I'm still The champion, chief one, won't lose until I choose Which I won't 'cause I don't retreat
I am an extremely talented artist, and I never back down from competition. I always come out on top because I refuse to retreat.


I'll run you over like a truck and leave you dead in the street You're invitin' me, a titan to a battle, why? I don't need your respect 'cause I Got it made
I am confident in my abilities, and I will easily defeat any challenger who tries to battle me. I don't require the respect of others because I am already successful.


I'm talented, yes, I'm gifted Never boosted, never shoplifted I got the cash, but money ain't nothin'
I am a naturally talented artist who has never had to steal or cheat to achieve success. While I have plenty of money, it doesn't mean anything to me.


Make a million dollars every record that I cut and My name is Special Ed and I'm a super-duper star Ever other month I get a brand new car Got twenty, that's plenty yet I still want more
I make a lot of money from my music and am highly popular. I have plenty of cars, but I am always looking to achieve more success.


Kinda fond of Honda scooters, got 74 I got the riches to fulfill my needs Got land in the sand of the West Indies Even got a little island of my very own I got a frog, a dog with a solid gold bone An accountant to account the amount I spent
I enjoy my Honda scooters, and I have a lot of material wealth. I even own land and have a personal island. I have expensive possessions and someone to manage my finances.


Got a treaty with Tahiti 'cause I own a percent Got gear I wear for everyday Boutiques from France to the U.S.A.
I own a percentage of land in Tahiti, and I have a lot of expensive clothes. I shop in high-end stores around the world.


And I make all the money from the rhymes I invent So it really doesn't matter, how much I spent, because, yo I make fresh rhymes, daily You burn me, really? Think, just blink and I made a million rhymes Just imagine if you blinked a million times Damn, I'd be paid
I make all of my money from writing lyrics, and I am good at it. I generate many new lyrics constantly. No amount of money can substitute for my talent, and even if I were to be challenged, I could produce rhymes at a rapid pace.


I'm kinda spoiled 'Cause everything I want I got made I wanted gear, got everything from cotton to suede I wanted lead, I didn't beg I just got laid My hair was growin' too long so I got me a fade
I am used to getting what I want without having to work hard for it. I have clothing made of all different materials and have never had to beg for anything. I even cut my hair when I want a change.


And when my dishes got dirty, I got Cascade When the weather was hot, I got a spot in the shade I'm wise because I rise to the top of my grade Wanted peace on Earth, so to God I prayed
Even my household chores are taken care of, and I always find a way to stay cool in hot weather. I am intelligent and have achieved a high level of success. I pray for world peace.


Some kids across town thought I was afraid They couldn't harm me I got the army brigade
Some kids thought I was scared, but they couldn't do me any harm because I have an army behind me.


I'm not a trader If what you got is greater I'll trade But maybe later 'cause my waiter made potato and alligator soufflé
I am loyal and don't easily trade my possessions. However, I might be willing to do so later on. I am enjoying a fancy meal at the moment.


I got it made
I live a comfortable, successful life.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Edward Archer, Howard Thompson, Jack Hill, Robert Beavers, Preston Joyner, Dennis Taylor

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