Give It Up
Suzi J.J Lyrics


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[Jay Dee]
Go, uhh, bounce, this is for all my live people
That want to hear some live shit, uh, this for you, ha

All my live bitches.. what the fuck up?
My live niggas tear the whole fuckin club up
Cause when we up in the cut you got'ta [give it up]
Nigga what we out for the benjamins [give it up]
Give it up we want to live it up [give it up]
Give it up for the most slept on since pepto bis when
time warner let go prince
Ridin by betta get yo bitch
She definitely ready to spread them hips, psst ohhh
Shyt stink you seen me in the lex so sick with the beat
dude talk shyt and quick with the heat too
John wayne [john wayne] couldn't even stand the reign of the tek
And the tek be like datin the deck its lethal
Killin it for my people
Still up in the whip illegal
And clip be on the hip for these folks tryin to take what's mine
End up opposite where the sunshine kid, run my shit?
You gotta [give it up]give it cause we on some fly
shit make niggas tear the roof off [hot]
What the fuck you thought?
Cause when we up in the cut, you gotta [give it up]
Nigga what? Big face benjamins [give it up]
Give it up we want to live it up [give it up]
Ladiesss [give it up] hands in the air this is a stick up [give it up]
All live niggas tear the club up [give it up]
Give it up, y'all niggas don't want it, and if so put your doe on it
I come from 7 mile and conant and the crew is
scandalous and they quick to smack a nigga open handed
We get the cheddar stankin up, betta rack em up
game over, 5 tv's in the rover now, we rollin
all over town gettin blowed in the rover now we gettin
chose sippin mo' we bendin em over now [WHOA]
See my whole crew is like [WHOA]
Me and my whole crew like doe babbby pop and we gettin it
Been gettin it, and we still spittin it hot
So deal wit it or not
Dig, look at the chain rock to the right and it rock
to the left its mcnasty nigggga [hot to death]
I shot the sheriff so watch you're step duke
Its Detroit stepping through, watch me let loose
And shut your whole shit down like guoliani
See me in the candy M with two behind me
that's frank and dank, crazy with the bank
Bangin with tv's on can't believe we [ON]
20 inch rims doing donuts, word is [BORN]
Big bucks make bitches go nuts
Aaa the mystro's ice glow like a light show now
can't slow down, I do it like dice go down
Only broke niggas wait till the price go down
All live niggas! [give it up] Ladieees [give it up]
Hands in the air this is a stick up [give it up]
When we up in the cut raw dogg [give it up]
All y'all [give it up] off the wall [give it up]
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Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Jay Dee's "Give it Up" are an anthem to the live people who tear up the club and chase the big bucks. The song is a call to arms for all the live bitches and live niggas who are out for the Benjamins and want to live it up. The lyrics talk about how nobody even heard of the song's protagonist until after Time Warner let go of Prince, making him one of the most slept on figures since Pepto Bismol. The song is also about power, and how the singer has it in spades. He kills it for his people, still walks around with a gun for protection, and people better give it up when he asks for it. The lyrics are a message that when you're hot, you're hot, and you better recognize it.


The tone of the lyrics is self-assured and confident. The singer knows he is on top, and he is not afraid to remind everyone about it. He talks about his crew being quick to violence and how he has been getting money for ages while still keeping it fresh. The song talks about what it means to be a live person in the world today, and how you have to have what it takes to get it. The song's lyrics are a testament to the underground culture that surrounds the hip hop world.


Line by Line Meaning

Go, uhh, bounce, this is for all my live people
The artist begins the song by addressing their live audience, letting them know that this is a song for them.


All my live bitches.. what the fuck up?
A playful introduction to all the women in the audience. It is a greeting that expresses excitement and enthusiasm.


My live niggas tear the whole fuckin club up
The artist acknowledges the energy and excitement of their male audience by saying that they have the power to bring the house down with their enthusiasm.


Cause when we up in the cut you got'ta [give it up]
The phrase 'up in the cut' refers to a time when the audience is particularly hyped, and may involve dancing or partying. The artist is encouraging the audience to let loose and give everything they have in this moment.


Nigga what we out for the benjamins [give it up]
The artist is referring to their pursuit of money and success. They want their audience to know that they are not in the business of playing games, but are instead focused on their hustle.


Give it up we want to live it up [give it up]
The artist is communicating that the energy and enthusiasm of their live audience is what keeps them going. They want to live and breathe that energy to keep their creativity and drive alive.


Give it up for the most slept on since pepto bis when time warner let go prince
The artist is acknowledging that they are not as well-known as they should be, despite their talent. They reference the iconic moment when Prince changed his name to a symbol due to a contract dispute while referencing their own struggle in the music industry.


Ridin by betta get yo bitch She definitely ready to spread them hips, psst ohhh Shyt stink
The artist is boasting about their sexual prowess and ability to attract women. They suggest that the smell of the success they have achieved is alluring, using a double entendre involving odor and a risqué invitation.


you seen me in the lex so sick with the beat dude talk shyt and quick with the heat too
The artist is confident in their talent as a performer and songwriter. They warn that anyone who speaks badly about them will face their wrath, which they describe as 'quick with the heat.'


John wayne [john wayne] couldn't even stand the reign of the tek
The artist is acknowledging their own power and influence. They suggest that even an iconic figure like John Wayne would be no match for their 'tek,' or technique.


And the tek be like datin the deck its lethal
The artist continues to reference their own talent as deadly and powerful. They're comparing it to a dangerous weapon, and the skills they possess are like shuffling a deck of cards.


Killin it for my people
The artist is expressing that they are creating music to satisfy and entertain their fans. They are killing it in terms of their performance and songwriting, but this ultimately benefits their audience.


Still up in the whip illegal
The artist is referencing the fact that they may be engaging in illegal activities, but they don't let that stop them from pursuing their goals as artists. They may be outside the bounds of the law, but they won't let that hinder their creativity or success.


And clip be on the hip for these folks tryin to take what's mine
The artist is acknowledging that there may be people who want to take away their success or harm them. To defend themselves, they carry a weapon (clip) on their hip.


End up opposite where the sunshine kid, run my shit?
The artist is suggesting that anyone who tries to take what is theirs will meet an unfortunate fate. Those who try to mess with the artist's success will see the opposite of sunshine and ultimately lose.


You gotta [give it up]give it cause we on some fly shit make niggas tear the roof off [hot]
The artist is encouraging the audience to give it their all and get hyped because they have something special and unique to give. They're on 'some fly shit,' meaning they have a new and exciting approach, and they want their fans to get excited.


What the fuck you thought?
The artist is challenging anyone who has doubted them or been skeptical of their talent. They know they have what it takes to be successful, so they're questioning anyone who thought differently.


Ladiesss [give it up] hands in the air this is a stick up [give it up]
The artist is hyping up the female members of the audience by asking them to put their hands up and get rowdy. They suggest that they are robbing the audience of their inhibitions in this moment, using a pun on a robbery (stick up).


All live niggas tear the club up [give it up]
The artist is asking for all the enthusiastic male members of the crowd to cause a commotion and destroy the club with their energy.


Give it up, y'all niggas don't want it, and if so put your doe on it
The artist is taunting anyone who doubts them or doesn't want to mess with them. They're suggesting that anyone who feels differently should put their money where their mouth is.


I come from 7 mile and conant and the crew is scandalous and they quick to smack a nigga open handed
The artist is referencing their rough upbringing and the environment they come from. They suggest that they and their crew are not afraid to get violent if provoked.


We get the cheddar stankin up, betta rack em up game over, 5 tv's in the rover now, we rollin all over town gettin blowed in the rover now we gettin chose sippin mo' we bendin em over now [WHOA]
The artist is celebrating their financial success, referencing the amount of money they are making and how they are enjoying it. They also discuss their romantic conquests and their ability to get women.


See my whole crew is like [WHOA]
The artist is celebrating their own crew, or group of people, who are thriving and enjoying their success. They're surprised and excited, using 'WHOA' to express it.


Me and my whole crew like doe babbby pop and we gettin it
The artist is saying that they and their entire group are succeeding financially and enjoying themselves. They reference a popular song from Doe B, 'Let Me Find Out'.


Been gettin it, and we still spittin it hot
The artist is celebrating their longevity and the fact that they're still 'spittin it hot,' meaning they're still creating new music and performing well.


So deal wit it or not
The artist is suggesting that they don't care if anyone agrees with their talent or approach to music. They're going to do what they want regardless of criticism.


Dig, look at the chain rock to the right and it rock to the left its mcnasty nigggga [hot to death]
The artist is showing off their jewelry and style, boasting that they look great and impressive. They use a playful pun on the artist's name, McNasty, to describe how 'hot' they look.


I shot the sheriff so watch you're step duke
The artist is referencing the classic song 'I Shot the Sheriff' and saying that they are not to be messed with. In this case, they're using a metaphor for anyone who tries to mess with their life or art.


Its Detroit stepping through, watch me let loose And shut your whole shit down like guoliani
The artist is referencing their hometown of Detroit and how they're going to take control of the moment. They're implying that they're going to shut down their entire performance and make everyone take notice. They reference the former mayor of New York City and his 'tough on crime' approach to suggest that they're just as tough.


See me in the candy M with two behind me that's frank and dank, crazy with the bank
The artist is referencing a type of car (candy M) and the men who are with them. They're celebrating their own wealth and success, as well as that of their friends.


Bangin with tv's on can't believe we [ON] 20 inch rims doing donuts, word is [BORN]
The artist is celebrating their own style and impressive cars, expressing that others can't believe how amazing they look. They reference a popular phrase 'word is bond' to express their confidence in their own luxury vehicles.


Big bucks make bitches go nuts
The artist is referencing the power of money and how it can attract women who are interested in luxury or success. They're using the term 'bitches' to describe women who are interested in material wealth.


Aaa the mystro's ice glow like a light show now can't slow down, I do it like dice go down
The artist is referencing their own jewelry and how it glows and sparkles in the light. They're also saying that they can't slow down or stop their success, using a pun on a literal die to suggest that their fate is predetermined.


Only broke niggas wait till the price go down
The artist is saying that those who want to save money on luxury items or better deals are poor or not as successful as they are. They're implying that truly successful people don't hesitate to pay full price.


All live niggas! [give it up] Ladieees [give it up]
The artist is echoing their earlier commands, calling once again for a wild and enthusiastic audience. They use the phrase 'all live niggas' to indicate that they want their listeners to really let loose and enjoy themselves.


Hands in the air this is a stick up [give it up] When we up in the cut raw dogg [give it up] All y'all [give it up] off the wall [give it up]
The artist is once again referencing the high-energy state of the audience, using a pun on a robbery to suggest that they're being held up and are powerless to stop their enthusiasm. They want everyone to 'give it up' and get wild with them. They turn to their more 'off the wall' fans to also relinquish their inhibitions.


Ha Yeah
The artist is concluding the song with a playful laugh and an affirmation that they have done what they intended to do, which is to make the audience wild and hyped up.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JAMES DEWITT YANCEY

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