Money Power & Respect
The Lox feat. DMX & Lil' Kim Lyrics

See I believe in money, power, and respect
I firmly believe that wealth, authority, and admiration from others are the keys to success and happiness.

First you get the money
Obtaining financial wealth is the initial step towards achieving success and influence.

Then you get the muthafuckin', power
Once you have acquired wealth, you gain the ability to exert control and authority over others.

After you get the fuckin' power
Once you have established yourself in a position of authority, you can demand respect from others.

Muthafuckas will respect you
People will esteem and admire you when they see the power and influence you hold.

What's the key to life?
What is the ultimate secret or principle that leads to a successful and fulfilling existence?

Money, power, and respect
Wealth, authority, and admiration from others are the essential elements needed for a fulfilling life.

What you need in life?
What are the crucial necessities or requirements to lead a satisfying life?

You'll be eatin' right
When you possess wealth, power, and respect, you will have access to all the comforts and luxuries in life.

You can sleep at night
Having attained financial security, authority, and admiration, you can rest peacefully without worries or anxieties.

You'll see the light
Once you achieve wealth, power, and respect, you will gain clarity and understanding about life and its purpose.

Ayo, my whole clique 'bout it, 'bout it
My entire group of friends and associates are fully committed and dedicated to pursuing success and dominance.

We take yours while you pout about it
While you lament or complain about your losses, we seize opportunities and take what rightfully belongs to us.

Truck, step out the whore's want to crowd around it
As I step out of my luxurious vehicle, women are drawn to me and compete for my attention.

You could see me on optimum TV
I am visible and prominent, appearing on the most watched television networks.

Go in your bathroom turn the light out, scream
My impact and success are so significant that even in the darkness of your bathroom, you can sense and feel my presence.

Bloody Mary, one, two, three
This line is likely a reference to the horror game 'Bloody Mary,' symbolizing the fear and darkness associated with encountering me.

Sheek ain't your usual friend
I, Sheek, am not an ordinary or conventional friend you would have in your life.

But I can set you up like Kaiser and walk straight at the end
Despite our differences, I can arrange situations that ultimately benefit you, similar to a strategic move in the game of chess.

I'm done wit' ice and charms
I am no longer interested in materialistic displays of wealth and luxury.

I'm tryin' my whole casket when I'm gone
I aim to leave behind a lasting legacy and be remembered even after my death.

Pull up wit' class on the don'
I arrive in an elegant and sophisticated manner, commanding respect and admiration from those around me.

Once I meet 'em I greet 'em
When I encounter people, I warmly welcome and acknowledge them.

Kiss His feet for freedom
I express gratitude and show reverence to a higher power for the freedom and success I have achieved.

Tell 'em thank you Lord
I acknowledge and express gratitude to God for my blessings and accomplishments.

'Cause on Earth I was gettin' bored
I was becoming disinterested and restless with the limited pleasures and challenges offered by earthly existence.

Now resurrect me back to this cat called Sheek
I request to be revived or brought back to life as the artist known as Sheek, the person I am on stage.

So I can make this album and get back to cats that's weak
I want to create this album and return to entertaining and dominating over lesser rappers who lack skill and talent.

Two thirty, six two
Possibly referring to his address or personal identifier, suggesting individuality and uniqueness.

Me budge for you? That's like a cat verse a pitbull
To expect me to yield or surrender to you is as futile as a small, insignificant creature challenging a strong, aggressive dog.

Gun, know clip full, keep hunger
Always remain motivated and driven to succeed, never losing the desire for success.

And plan for the future 'cause you figure
It is important to strategize and prepare for the future because you understand the importance of long-term success.

You gon' be older way longer than you gon' be younger
You will spend more time in your older years than in your youthful ones, so it is vital to secure a successful future.

Only time could tell how the clock tick
The passage of time is the ultimate judge and indicator of success and the way life unfolds.

I'm really loved here but I'm still a hostage
Despite receiving love or adoration from others, I feel trapped or constrained in my current situation.

Two personalities check the posture
I possess dual personalities or conflicting aspects of my character, which affects the way I present myself to the world.

Smoke out the mouth, clear out the nostrils
I exhale smoke from my mouth and clear my nostrils, suggesting a cool and composed demeanor even in difficult situations.

Think of death then life seem scary
Contemplating mortality reminds me of the ephemeral nature of life and instills a sense of fear and urgency in me.

I'm passin' graveyards seein' people Hail Mary
As I drive by graveyards, I witness people praying, seeking salvation and protection from the afterlife.

I ain't chillin' 'til I'm out parachutin'
I refuse to relax or take things easy until I achieve something extraordinary or take risks like skydiving.

Race my man in mountain climbin' for about ten diamonds
I am willing to compete against someone in a strenuous activity such as mountain climbing to win a valuable reward like diamonds.

Twenty five thousand a piece, fuck streets
Each diamond is worth twenty-five thousand dollars, implying that material possessions are more significant than the dangerous and risky streets.

Tryin' to own the island, forget about wildin'
I aspire to achieve complete ownership and control over a luxurious island, abandoning or disregarding reckless behavior.

Try ridin' in the car that be glidin'
Experience the luxury of riding in a smoothly gliding car, emphasizing the pleasures of a lavish lifestyle.

If I showed you where I lived you would think I was hidin'
If I revealed the opulence and grandeur of my residence, it would seem as though I am intentionally hiding and keeping it a secret.

Sling dick to chicks that don't speak English
I engage in casual sexual encounters with women who don't understand English, highlighting a carefree and hedonistic lifestyle.

Wake up in Trinidad, like, 'Fuck it rich'
Waking up in a wealthy Caribbean destination like Trinidad, I feel a sense of contentment and satisfaction with my riches.

Come back private jet, live on set
I return from my travels in a private jet and continue to live a luxurious lifestyle, particularly in the setting of a movie or music video set.

If you could shit gold, I can spit baguettes
If it were possible for someone to excrete gold, then I can metaphorically produce and deliver high-quality and valuable lyrical content.

Yo, nothin' but the hotness whenever we drop this
Every time we release new music, it is nothing less than the highest quality and excellence.

Monotonous for y'all to keep hatin' 'cause y'all never gon' stop us
It becomes repetitive and tiresome for you to continue hating on us, as your efforts to hinder our success will never succeed.

I keep my rocks spotless and my hoes topless
I meticulously maintain and keep my precious stones flawless, just as I keep my women or sexual partners partially nude.

Take time try to figure out who The Lox is
Invest some time and effort into understanding the greatness and significance of The Lox, the rap group I am associated with.

Fear no one, kick rhymes like Shoguns
I possess no fear or intimidation from anyone and deliver powerful and impactful rap verses similar to the legendary Japanese warriors, the Shoguns.

You scared to blow one get robbed wit' your own gun
If you hesitate or show fear in using your weapon, you will end up being a victim and have it used against you.

If I don't respect you, I'ma check you
If I do not hold you in high regard or esteem, I will assert my authority and make sure you understand your place.

And if I don't kiss you, I'ma peck you
If I do not show you affection or fondness, I will still give you a light kiss or gesture of acknowledgement.

Right before I wet you
Right before I attack or harm you, I will give you that final gesture of recognition or familiarity.

I sneeze on tracks and bless you, I'm special
My presence and impact on music tracks are so significant that even when I sneeze, it can be perceived as a blessing or a moment of greatness.

And if you like workin' out then I'm gon' stretch you
If you enjoy physical exercise or challenging tasks, I will push you to your limits and test your capabilities.

Hustlin' is dead but we still get red
The traditional notion of hustling or engaging in illegal activities may no longer be prevalent, but we still earn a substantial profit or income.

Turn the spots in the bakeries to get back bread
We transform certain locations, typically associated with legal businesses like bakeries, into lucrative sources of income for ourselves.

And y'all said my money's spent but it's in the Bent'
Despite rumors or claims that I have spent all my money, it is actually invested and stored in my Bentley luxury car.

So when the Feds come the dogs can't get a scent
In the event of a federal investigation, my wealth is concealed or hidden in a manner that makes it difficult for detection or retrieval.

And my story, self-explanatory
My life journey and accomplishments speak for themselves, requiring no further explanation or clarification.

That I'm the hottest thing on the street
It is widely acknowledged and accepted that I am the most popular and talented artist in the music industry.

And y'all ain't got nothin' for me
Despite your efforts, you possess nothing that can compare or challenge my success and greatness.

This is a beat that I can freak
I possess the ability to creatively and skillfully manipulate and work with this particular musical rhythm or instrumental.

Just drop the reels, bless a nigga wit' the ill
I simply play the recording (reels) and deliver amazing and impressive rap verses, leaving a lasting impact on the listener.

Y'all niggas know my skills
You all are aware and familiar with my talent, abilities, and proficiency in the field of rap music.

X in their grills, get 'em up, split 'em up
I intimidate or provoke reactions from individuals by showing aggression or hostility, causing them to separate or divide in response.

Wet 'em up and watch 'em come get 'em up, set 'em up
By causing harm or initiating violence, I observe and enjoy the ensuing chaos and conflicts that arise among those involved.

When you do dirt, you get dirt
Engaging in immoral or illegal activities will ultimately lead to negative consequences or retaliation.

Bitch, I'll make your shit hurt
I have the power to inflict pain or cause harm to those who cross me or oppose me.

And step back like I did work
After delivering my damage or harm, I can confidently retreat or step back, knowing that I have accomplished my objective.

This ain't no fuckin' game
I want to emphasize that the situations and actions being discussed are not to be taken lightly or seen as mere play or amusement.

What you think I'm playin'? 'Til you layin'
Do not underestimate or dismiss my intentions or actions, as they may result in your demise or submission.

Somewhere in the junkyard, decayin'
I am referring to your eventual demise and abandonment, where your remains will be left to decay in a desolate place like a junkyard.

Mom's at home prayin' that you comin' home
Your mother is at home, expressing prayers and desires for your safe return or redemption.

But you not 'cause you sittin' up in the trunk, startin' to rot
However, you will not be able to fulfill her wishes, as you are seated in the trunk of a car, beginning to decompose.

And hell is hot, I know because I'm here now, baby
I have firsthand experience of the intense and unbearable heat of Hell, as I am currently residing there metaphorically due to my ruthless and immoral behavior.

It's goin' down, baby, keep the full pound, baby
A confrontation or situation is about to occur, so it is advisable to carry a fully loaded gun or firearm for protection.

And let off up in a nigga
To discharge or fire a weapon at another individual, typically as an act of retaliation or self-defense.

Especially if he think he bigger
Particularly when someone believes themselves to be superior or more powerful than others, it becomes even more necessary to retaliate with force.

Than my muthafuckin' trigger
Superiority lies with my firearm or trigger rather than with an individual who mistakenly believes they hold power or dominance.

Dead eye, can I get mine? Is it gone?
I focus and aim with deadly precision, ensuring that I secure what rightfully belongs to me, doubting whether anything can prevent me from achieving my goals.

DMX representin' one time 'cause it's on
DMX, referring to himself in the third person as a representation of his persona and authority, signifies that he is ready to take action and assert his dominance.