All Around The World
The Black Eyed Peas feat. Phife Dawg Ali Shaheed Muhammad Posdnuos Lyrics


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Yo, what it is? What it do? What's goodie?
You are now tuned in to the sounds of
A Tribe Called De La Peas
L.A. New York collabo
Y'all know what it is, East West all day
I go by the name of- ahh don't worry 'bout that

(All around the world) Come take a trip, ma
(All around the world) Come rock with us
(All around the world) Come vibe with us
(All around the world) Come ill with us
(All around the world) Come build with us
(All around the world) Who wanna spit with us?
(All around the world) Come make it bounce

Yeah, yeah, we on that world tour with Muhammad again (Yeah)
Fifty cities run with Black Eyed Peas and them
First show in T-Dot where the shawties be gems
Twenty-thou' losin' they minds as we recite these hymns
See, lyrically I'm more Stephen Curry with the mic though
Kyrie Irv's sweetie with that Bubba-Chuck handle
First heard me in the nineties with that native tongues yo
Raspy type flows, De La jones arose
Twenty five years later, ain't too much done changed, B
Owner of three homes with my eyes on a Bentley
Drive support system, I could never be shady
Me cheat the game, fuck I look like, Brady?
Staples in LA, Japan, Sapporo Dome, Camp Nou in Barcelona, Sweden's Ericsson Globe
Make a hater's stomach bubble 'til they straight up hurl
And while I'm out on tour keep ya hands off my girl
As we commence to rock

(All around the world) Come take a trip, ma
(All around the world) Come rock with us
(All around the world) Come vibe with us
(All around the world) Come ill with us
(All around the world) Come build with us
(All around the world) Who wanna spit with us?
(All around the world) Come make it bounce

Creepin' like a zone creeper, reekin' like I smoke reefer
Mind reader, thought leader, no blink and never sleeper
Beat you with beat beater, EQ the bass deeper
Attitude like Ice Cube, put you in that cold freezer
A hundred miles of running so I ran a hundred kilometers
Grim Reaper ain't hunting 'cause they couldn't kill the leader
Tried to break my center but they couldn't come a centimeter
Blast off, semi-up, arcade Centipeder
Space Evader, Animater, rollin' with the alligator
Glow like illuminator, follow I'm the navigator
Overthrowin' dictators, posin' for the pic takers
Dick in swollen digits, paper aggregator
Yeah, I'm on that hip-hop grown shit
EMC squared means I'm on the microphone shit
Dead with the mumble rap, attack of the clones
I'm on that Jedi , I'm in that ziggy, ziggy zone

(All around the world) Come take a trip, ma
(All around the world) Come rock with us
(All around the world) Come vibe with us
(All around the world) Come ill with us
(All around the world) Come build with us
(All around the world) Who wanna spit with us?
(All around the world) Come make it bounce

Flow tighter, globe writer, don't need a ghost writer
Night time, all nighter, rhyme like a bull fighter, dynamite igniter
Near sider, far sider, legally blind but I got the foresight
Insider, outsider, north side, south sider, west side, east side, every where I'm worldwide
Rugged like a Ruff Ryder, sunken like a skin diver, plug in I'm dug in but I don't come inside her
Blessed with the insight, stay lit, I've been bright
Murder that ink, now you see how my pen fight
Inner space, outer space, base like an upright, fornicate
In a cape, capable of flight, up, up all the way, up on the throne
Kingdom I ring all, them bell making tones, bring only singles, so they give me dome
I'm in my zigga, zigga, I'm in my zone

(All around the world) Come take a trip, ma
(All around the world) Come rock with us
(All around the world) Come vibe with us
(All around the world) Come ill with us
(All around the world) Come build with us
(All around the world) Who wanna spit with us?
(All around the world) Come make it bounce

I'm not of this format, so let me formally introduce to you a former
Standing on your doormat, I'm an east coat equation
Qualified to earn it worldwide, running through your tour laps
Sweat and tears is gain like the currency
And I reside within a state of currently
So when I travel it seems my passport looks like those sandwiches made out of them ice creams
And when Jack Frost comes around we bounce to the other side of the globe
To towns where he just can't chill at, meet up with peeps
And sending us to paths to be safe at a place where its known to get real at
Life's a merry go round and she want to spin got me thinking about back when
Due to my dark skin, they ask me, when they pass me, they use to diss me, harass me
Now they ask me if they can kiss me

(All around the world)
(All around the world)
(All around the world)
(All around the world)

We went all around the planet (planet)
With big dreams, gigantic (gigantic)
Picture this shit, panoramic (panoramic)
We grew this shit organic (yeah)
We didn't blow up quick, we volcanic
We work that shit like mechanics (mechanics)
No sinking ship, no Titanic (Titanic)
To be specific, we crossed the Pacific and Atlantic goddamn it we

(All around the world) Worldwide
(All around the world)




(All around the world)
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Overall Meaning

The Black Eyed Peas' "All Around the World" featuring Phife Dawg, Ali Shaheed Muhammad, and Posdnuos is a song about the members' experiences touring the world and gaining worldwide popularity. The lyrics speak to the group's journey from their early days in the East Coast to their collaborations with artists all over the world.


The song is an upbeat, anthemic tune that encourages listeners to "come take a trip" with them as they "rock" and "build" around the world. The first verse, delivered by Phife Dawg, sets the tone for the rest of the song. He talks about being on tour with the Black Eyed Peas and traveling from Toronto to Japan to Barcelona, all the while making haters "straight up hurl" and keeping their hands off his girl. The chorus is catchy and memorable, with each member taking turns inviting listeners to come along with them and make it bounce.


The second and third verses are delivered by Posdnuos and Ali Shaheed Muhammad, respectively. Posdnuos shows off his rapid-fire rhymes and confident flow, bragging about his lyrical skills and comparing himself to Stephen Curry and Irving, while Ali Shaheed Muhammad delivers a verse that showcases his unique voice and style. Both verses touch on the group's experience in the rap game, their love of hip-hop, and their commitment to maintaining their integrity as artists. In the end, the song is a rallying cry for all those who love hip-hop and want to join the Black Eyed Peas on their journey around the world.


Line by Line Meaning

Yo, what it is? What it do? What's goodie?
Hello, how are you? What are you up to? What's happening?


You are now tuned in to the sounds of A Tribe Called De La Peas
You are currently listening to the music of a collaboration between A Tribe Called Quest and The Black Eyed Peas.


L.A. New York collabo
A collaboration between artists from Los Angeles and New York.


Y'all know what it is, East West all day
You all are aware of the culture and style present on both the East and West coasts.


I go by the name of- ahh don't worry 'bout that
I have a name, but it's not important for you to know right now.


(All around the world) Come take a trip, ma
Join us on a journey to different places around the world.


(All around the world) Come rock with us
Come enjoy and groove to the music with us.


(All around the world) Come vibe with us
Get into the positive and energetic atmosphere with us.


(All around the world) Come ill with us
Join us in delivering impressive and skillful performances.


(All around the world) Come build with us
Collaborate and create something special together with us.


(All around the world) Who wanna spit with us?
Who wants to rap and freestyle alongside us?


(All around the world) Come make it bounce
Let's make the music lively and energetic together.


Yeah, yeah, we on that world tour with Muhammad again (Yeah)
Yes, we are currently traveling around the world on tour with Muhammad once again.


Fifty cities run with Black Eyed Peas and them
We are performing in fifty cities alongside The Black Eyed Peas.


First show in T-Dot where the shawties be gems
Our first show is in T-Dot (Toronto) where there are talented and attractive people.


Twenty-thou' losin' they minds as we recite these hymns
Twenty thousand people are going crazy as we deliver these impressive performances.


See, lyrically I'm more Stephen Curry with the mic though
When it comes to my lyrical skills, I'm as impressive as Stephen Curry is in basketball with a microphone.


Kyrie Irv's sweetie with that Bubba-Chuck handle
My style is smooth and skillful, just like Kyrie Irving's basketball handles.


First heard me in the nineties with that native tongues yo
Many first heard my music in the 1990s when I was associated with the Native Tongues hip-hop collective.


Raspy type flows, De La jones arose
I have a unique and distinct voice and rap style, similar to the style of De La Soul.


Twenty five years later, ain't too much done changed, B
Even after twenty-five years, not much has changed in terms of my talent and success.


Owner of three homes with my eyes on a Bentley
I now own three houses and have my sights set on owning a Bentley car.


Drive support system, I could never be shady
My friends and team provide me with the support and motivation I need, and I would never be disloyal.


Me cheat the game, fuck I look like, Brady?
Why would I try to cheat and manipulate the music industry? I'm not Tom Brady.


Staples in LA, Japan, Sapporo Dome, Camp Nou in Barcelona, Sweden's Ericsson Globe
I have performed at famous venues like Staples Center in Los Angeles, Sapporo Dome in Japan, Camp Nou in Barcelona, and Ericsson Globe in Sweden.


Make a hater's stomach bubble 'til they straight up hurl
My success and talent make the stomachs of haters uneasy and uncomfortable.


And while I'm out on tour keep ya hands off my girl
While I'm traveling and performing on tour, I expect others to respect the boundaries and not make advances towards my partner.


Creepin' like a zone creeper, reekin' like I smoke reefer
I'm moving silently and discreetly, as if I were a sneaky intruder, and I have a strong scent like I've been smoking marijuana.


Mind reader, thought leader, no blink and never sleeper
I have a deep understanding of people's thoughts and beliefs, and I'm always awake and aware, never missing a beat.


Beat you with beat beater, EQ the bass deeper
I will defeat you with the power of my music and adjust the bass to make it more intense and powerful.


Attitude like Ice Cube, put you in that cold freezer
I have a tough and uncompromising attitude like Ice Cube, making you feel frozen and intimidated.


A hundred miles of running so I ran a hundred kilometers
I have endured countless challenges and obstacles, metaphorically running for a hundred miles, or even kilometers.


Grim Reaper ain't hunting 'cause they couldn't kill the leader
Even the symbol of death, the Grim Reaper, isn't after me because they couldn't defeat or destroy my leadership and influence.


Tried to break my center but they couldn't come a centimeter
People have tried to disrupt my focus and equilibrium, but they haven't been successful in moving me even an inch.


Blast off, semi-up, arcade Centipeder
I'm launching into greatness, rising halfway up, like a video game character in Centipede sparked by the arcade games.


Space Evader, Animater, rollin' with the alligator
I navigate through space and time, animating and bringing energy to my surroundings, as if I'm rolling with the fierceness of an alligator.


Glow like illuminator, follow I'm the navigator
I shine brightly like an illuminator, leading others to follow my path and guidance.


Overthrowin' dictators, posin' for the pic takers
Metaphorically, I'm bringing down oppressive figures and leaders, while also posing for photographs taken by fans.


Dick in swollen digits, paper aggregator
I am extremely successful and wealthy, making significant amounts of money and elevating my financial status.


Yeah, I'm on that hip-hop grown shit
Yes, I am currently involved in mature and evolved hip-hop music and culture.


EMC squared means I'm on the microphone shit
The equation EMC squared represents my exceptional skills on the microphone and in rap.


Dead with the mumble rap, attack of the clones
I strongly dislike mumble rap and believe it lacks true artistic expression, criticizing its similarity and replication.


I'm on that Jedi, I'm in that ziggy, ziggy zone
I embody the spirit and skill of a Jedi, and I'm fully immersed in my own unique zone and state of mind.


Flow tighter, globe writer, don't need a ghost writer
My flow is exceptionally tight, and I am skilled at crafting lyrics that resonate with people worldwide without needing assistance from ghostwriters.


Night time, all nighter, rhyme like a bull fighter, dynamite igniter
I am active and dedicated throughout the night, rhyming with precision and intensity, just like a skilled bullfighter, igniting dynamite-like energy.


Near sider, far sider, legally blind but I got the foresight
I can see and understand both the near and distant aspects of life, despite being legally blind. My intuition guides me.


Insider, outsider, north side, south sider, west side, east side, every where I'm worldwide
I am connected to and respected by people both within and outside of various communities and geographic regions. My influence is felt worldwide.


Rugged like a Ruff Ryder, sunken like a skin diver
I have a tough and rough demeanor, similar to a member of the Ruff Ryders hip-hop collective, and I can adapt and survive in challenging situations like a deep-sea diver.


Plug in I'm dug in but I don't come inside her
I am deeply involved and connected, but I don't get romantically or intimately involved with others.


Blessed with the insight, stay lit, I've been bright
I am fortunate to possess deep understanding and wisdom, staying enlightened and maintaining a strong presence.


Murder that ink, now you see how my pen fight
I dominate and excel in writing lyrics, metaphorically murdering the ink, showcasing my creativity and skill in songwriting.


Inner space, outer space, base like an upright, fornicate
I explore both my inner thoughts and the vastness of the universe, having a strong foundation and firm stance like an upright bass. I also have sexual relationships.


In a cape, capable of flight, up, up all the way, up on the throne
I have a sense of power and freedom, capable of soaring like a superhero with a cape. I elevate myself to the highest level, reigning on the metaphorical throne.


Kingdom I ring all, them bell making tones, bring only singles, so they give me dome
I rule over and control the entire kingdom, creating sounds that resonate and captivate listeners. I only bring singles (currency) so people give me oral sex.


I'm in my zigga, zigga, I'm in my zone
I am fully immersed and focused in my unique state of mind and zone of creativity.


I'm not of this format, so let me formally introduce to you a former
I don't conform to the traditional style or format, so allow me to formally present myself as something different.


Standing on your doormat, I'm an east coast equation
I am confident and firmly established, present on your doorstep like a welcome mat. My style and presence originate from the East Coast.


Qualified to earn it worldwide, running through your tour laps
I am fully capable and deserving of achieving success on a global scale, constantly performing and touring in different locations.


Sweat and tears is gain like the currency
The hard work and dedication I put into my craft result in valuable rewards, just like the way currency represents wealth and value.


And I reside within a state of currently
I am currently present and living within a state of being focused and engaged in the present moment.


So when I travel it seems my passport looks like those sandwiches made out of them ice creams
When I go on my travels, my passport collects stamps from various countries, resembling the colorful ice cream sandwiches.


And when Jack Frost comes around we bounce to the other side of the globe
When the winter season arrives, we escape to the opposite side of the world, avoiding the cold and enjoying warmer climates.


To towns where he just can't chill at, meet up with peeps
We choose destinations where the cold weather doesn't exist, and we gather with friends and acquaintances.


And sending us to paths to be safe at a place where its known to get real at
We are guided towards safe and secure environments, seeking refuge in places where reality and true experiences are commonly found.


Life's a merry go round and she want to spin got me thinking about back when
Life is unpredictable and constantly changing, reminding me of past experiences and situations.


Due to my dark skin, they ask me, when they pass me, they use to diss me, harass me
Because of my dark skin, people used to judge and criticize me when they saw me, treating me poorly and causing harm.


Now they ask me if they can kiss me
Now, those same people who mistreated me are suddenly attracted to me and express interest in being intimate with me.


We went all around the planet (planet)
We traveled to many different countries and locations across the globe.


With big dreams, gigantic (gigantic)
We had ambitious and grand aspirations, reaching for greatness on an immense scale.


Picture this shit, panoramic (panoramic)
Imagine and envision the scene and experience in its entirety, capturing the full scope and beauty of the moment.


We grew this shit organic (yeah)
We nurtured and developed our success and achievements naturally, without any artificial or forced elements.


We didn't blow up quick, we volcanic
Our rise to success wasn't abrupt or sudden, but rather a gradual and explosive eruption of talent and creativity.


We work that shit like mechanics (mechanics)
We put in the effort and dedication to our craft like skilled mechanics who tirelessly work on their machines.


No sinking ship, no Titanic (Titanic)
We won't fail or sink like the doomed ship Titanic. Our success is built on solid ground.


To be specific, we crossed the Pacific and Atlantic goddamn it we
To be exact, we traversed and crossed both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans successfully.


Are proud of our worldwide accomplishments.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: William James Adams, Jaime Luis Gomez, Kelvin Mercer, Malik Isaac Taylor, Keith Harris, Karlina Covington, Joshua Alvarez, Allan Pineda Lindoi

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