INTRODUCTION
Tell 'Em Steve-Dave Lyrics


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[D.J scratches]

La-la-la-la-ladies
La-la-la-la-ladies
La-la-la-la-ladies and...
La-la-la-la-ladies and gentlemen
La-la-la-la-ladies
La-la-la-la-ladies and gentlemen
La-la-la-la-ladies (ladies), ha!
La-la-la-la-ladies and gentlemen, gentlemen, ha!

Haa! Heh heh
Ladies and gentlemen, ha ha
The new Def Squad affilate, ha ha
1999 era

Ghetto Hymns
Put your hands together for Dave Hollister!
(Yeah, yeah)
This is for back at the spot, ha ha

Give it to me baby, ahh!
(Yeah, yeah)
Give it to me baby, ahh!

[Dave]




Welcome to the ghetto-o-o-o
To the ghetto...

Overall Meaning

The Introduction by Tell 'Em Steve-Dave is a song that starts off with a D.J scratching vinyl and introducing the ladies and gentlemen in the house. The lyrics express a nostalgic feel of 1999's era and introduce the audience to the new Def Squad affiliate. It is a perfect intro song for a hip-hop party or a concert as it sets the tone for the night. The song then switches tone to Ghetto Hymns, where Dave Hollister is introduced, and the crowd is asked to put their hands together. The song captures the spirit of the ghetto with the lyrics "Welcome to the ghetto-o-o-o, to the ghetto."


The lyrics also express a feeling of toughness and street-wise attitudes with phrases like "Give it to me baby," "put your hands together," and "ha ha." The song is all about good vibes, energy, and up-tempo music. It is an excellent way to pump up the crowd and get them excited. The Introduction is a perfect fit for any rap or hip-hop enthusiast and makes the listener want to stand up and get moving.


Line by Line Meaning

La-la-la-la-ladies
The DJ scratches his turntables and starts the song with a cheerful call to the ladies.


La-la-la-la-ladies and...
The DJ continues to hype up the crowd and acknowledges the presence of both the ladies and the gentlemen in the audience.


La-la-la-la-ladies and gentlemen
The DJ announces the official start of the show and greets the ladies and gentlemen in the audience.


La-la-la-la-ladies, ha!
The DJ playfully emphasizes the presence of the ladies in the audience and adds a laugh to his greeting.


La-la-la-la-ladies and gentlemen, gentlemen, ha!
The DJ acknowledges the presence of both the ladies and the gentlemen and adds another laugh to his greeting.


Haa! Heh heh
The DJ continues to hype up the crowd with an exclamation and a chuckle.


Ladies and gentlemen, ha ha
The DJ takes a moment to acknowledge the audience once more and adds another laugh to his greeting.


The new Def Squad affilate, ha ha
The DJ introduces the group as a new member of the Def Squad and adds a laugh to his introduction.


1999 era
The DJ mentions the year that this song was produced, providing context for when it was made.


Ghetto Hymns
The DJ introduces the name of the song and album that it's featured on, setting the stage for the lyrical content.


Put your hands together for Dave Hollister!
The DJ asks the audience to applaud for the upcoming performer, Dave Hollister.


(Yeah, yeah)
The DJ interjects some ad-libs for emphasis as he introduces the next part of the song.


This is for back at the spot, ha ha
Dave Hollister takes the microphone and dedicates the song to his hometown or a particular club where he used to perform.


Give it to me baby, ahh!
Dave Hollister starts the chorus of the song by asking his lover to give him what he wants with a sexual innuendo.


(Yeah, yeah)
Dave Hollister interjects some ad-libs for emphasis as he repeats the chorus.


Welcome to the ghetto-o-o-o
Dave Hollister starts the first verse of the song by welcoming the listener to the ghetto, using the repeated syllable for emphasis.


To the ghetto...
Dave Hollister adds a brief pause after the first line to add suspense and indicate that there's more to come in the verse.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID LE CHAINE HOLLISTER, JOHNNY GUITAR WATSON, REGGIE NOBLE

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Thank you for this video I'm 15 and my brother was always telling me to listen to this podcast and this was a great introduction

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do more from Tell 'em Steve Dave please

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