Swift
The Men From U.N.C.L.E Lyrics


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The duo is back competition check out the new style
Then get the heck out
Put on your battlin' gear but don't come strapped
Bullets are not needed this time it's rap for rap
I'm makin' the move and soon you'll have to make yours back
In fact the further the rhyme is dancin' Jack will get a lip smack
So break up because it's time you shook up you gotta make up
It's time to break up the party now you're shook up
Salt and Pepa's gettin' swift, livin' up to par
And competition, how to "Whassup" is to ride the bra strap
Hurby's on the beats, Steevee-O has the musical notes
Spinderella's like a propeller spinnin' music so dope
Makin' a lot of noise for all the boys shootin' the gift
Hold on tight 'cause tonight Salt and Pepa's gettin' swift

You might have thought about goin' against the spices
Salt and Pepa's a mixture like Chinese rices
Battlin' time, Mr. Macho, please don't try to rip
Because I'll melt ya like Nacho cheese
You want flavor, well here's something to savor
Why don't you wave a microphone in front of my face
And a do small favor, gimme a beat so I can bust a rhyme
For all the nerds, let all the words feed your mind
Statin' the things and pleasin', takin' a rest, I'm out for easin'
Bodily functions makin' 'em dance and Pep, this is the Christmas season
This is duck season, and I'm gettin' high
You're outta luck, duck, now it's time for you to get and die
The ebony queens are back on the scene
I assume you still suck like a vacuum machine
Cornball sucker, give me a break
I'm-a drop you from the sky like snow, you a cornflake
Born to break any sucker or half-stepper
Who wants to get assaulted with a deadly pepper
Go down, low-down, this ain't no showdown
The competition, I'm sure they'll blow down
Even if you seem to stand stiff
The breeze of the rhyme makes you move, and we get swift

Suckers and flukes, it seems you lost and time to put up dukes
'Cause you just forced it, the furious females to fly to (fuck) with
Stay stiff suckers, soon you'll be stuck with a rep, torn to shreds
A musical score leg, need a victory? I left an 'S' on your forehead
Don't fuse up now, it's time to put out lights
I won't ease up, pal, 'cause I'm-a go outta sight
Lyrical queen, mess around, and you'll get creamed
The star of every male's fantasy or wetdream
The ebony princess in a lyrical safari

Battlin' me is like a Honda racing a Ferrari
If you were the king, what laws would you have me obey?
None, my son, 'cause I'm quicker than a ???
Quick to split the chick tryin' to get slick
You're nothing but a prostitute turning a new trick
Little Miss Wench, my mind is a trench
Makes you drop, then you stop in your tracks and as I clench
My fist, I twist words you use to rip
The next time you flex, I'm guaranteed to get swift

Hip-hopper's, rap artists, and rhyme fanatics
Can you believe there's a sucker trying to cause static?
Break out the health supplies and medical aid
Prepare your mind for a super, alphabetical raid
Rhythmic explosion without corrosion
Rhymes, in effect, that protect like a Trojan
Against disease, sorta like a wack MC
Rhymes more powerful than a punch at Jack Dempsy
I fear no one, plus I tell no tales

I will stand up to any male or female
Ones who persist to resist end up a prisoner
Hissed in a daze or a faze because he is in a
State of shock, too hard for one to take
So in a multitude of crowds I run to break
Beats for torture, but don't get played
I stay paid, I caught ya now you shook, you're afraid




Scared of the fact we came back to uplift
The name, we designed the game, and we get swift

Overall Meaning

The Men From U.N.C.L.E's song Swift is a classic example of 90s hip hop, featuring Salt and Pepa rapping about their skills and abilities as competitors in the music industry. The lyrics are full of confidence and swagger, with the duo telling their competition to stay back, put on their "battlin' gear," and prepare for some serious rap skills. They claim that bullets are not needed this time, and that it's all about "rap for rap."


The song features some impressive wordplay and rhyme schemes, with Salt and Pepa using clever metaphors like "Salt and Pepa's a mixture like Chinese rices" and "Battlin' time, Mr. Macho, please don't try to rip, because I'll melt ya like Nacho cheese." They also make reference to their own success and popularity, claiming to be "ebony queens" and the "star of every male's fantasy or wetdream."


Overall, Swift is a high-energy, confidence-boosting track that showcases Salt and Pepa's skills as rappers and competitors. With its catchy beat and memorable lyrics, the song is a classic example of 90s hip hop and has stood the test of time as a beloved and iconic track.


Line by Line Meaning

The duo is back competition check out the new style
We are back and better than ever, so you better check out our new and unique style before you try to compete with us.


Then get the heck out
If you can’t handle it, then you should definitely leave.


Put on your battlin' gear but don't come strapped
Prepare to face us in battle, but don’t come armed.


Bullets are not needed this time it's rap for rap
We don’t need guns, just some good old-fashioned rap battle.


I'm makin' the move and soon you'll have to make yours back
I’m making a move and soon you’ll have to make a counter move.


In fact the further the rhyme is dancin' Jack will get a lip smack
The better the flow of our rhymes, the more perfect it is, and people will love it.


So break up because it's time you shook up you gotta make up
It’s time to break up this party and start something new because things are getting too stale.


It's time to break up the party now you're shook up
We’re here to shake things up and we’ve got you shook.


Salt and Pepa's gettin' swift, livin' up to par
Salt and Pepa are delivering yet another great performance, living up to the expectations set by other well-known rappers.


And competition, how to "Whassup" is to ride the bra strap
When it comes to competition, we know how to succeed by sticking together and relying on each other.


Hurby's on the beats, Steevee-O has the musical notes
Hurby is creating some amazing beats and Steevee-O is providing some wonderful musical notes which make our performance stand out.


Spinderella's like a propeller spinnin' music so dope
Spinderella's skills are like a propeller, giving our music an extra kick, and the result is amazing.


Makin' a lot of noise for all the boys shootin' the gift
We’re making a lot of noise with our music and getting everyone excited.


Hold on tight 'cause tonight Salt and Pepa's gettin' swift
Get ready for an amazing performance tonight because Salt and Pepa are going to be swift.


You might have thought about goin' against the spices
You might have thought about competing with us, but it’s not a good idea.


Salt and Pepa's a mixture like Chinese rices
Salt and Pepa are a perfect combination like the way Chinese rices are mixed.


Battlin' time, Mr. Macho, please don't try to rip
It’s time to battle, but please don’t try to compete with us. You will fail.


Because I'll melt ya like Nacho cheese
If you compete with us, we’ll crush you like hot Nacho cheese.


You want flavor, well here's something to savor
If you want good flavor, then listen to our rhymes.


Why don't you wave a microphone in front of my face
Why don’t you give me a microphone so I can show off my rhyming skills?


And a do small favor, gimme a beat so I can bust a rhyme
Can you do me a small favor and give me a beat so that I can spit some rhymes?


For all the nerds, let all the words feed your mind
These rhymes are for all the nerds out there because they appreciate words that can feed their minds.


Statin' the things and pleasin', takin' a rest, I'm out for easin'
I'm here to state the facts and please the crowds, but now I need a break.


Bodily functions makin' 'em dance and Pep, this is the Christmas season
The music is making people dance, and it’s the Christmas season.


This is duck season, and I'm gettin' high
It’s a good time to party, and I’m getting really high.


You're outta luck, duck, now it's time for you to get and die
You’re out of luck, and now it’s time for you to leave because you won’t survive.


The ebony queens are back on the scene
Salt and Pepa are back on the scene and ready to deliver an amazing performance.


I assume you still suck like a vacuum machine
I assume that you’re still bad at this, just like a vacuum machine that doesn’t work well.


Cornball sucker, give me a break
You’re a cornball sucker, so give me a break.


I'm-a drop you from the sky like snow, you a cornflake
I’m going to drop you like snow from the sky because you’re as fragile as a cornflake.


Born to break any sucker or half-stepper
I was born to defeat any sucker or anyone who can’t keep up with the rhythm.


Who wants to get assaulted with a deadly pepper
Who wants to get beaten badly with a deadly pepper?


Go down, low-down, this ain't no showdown
You need to back down because this is not a showdown.


The competition, I'm sure they'll blow down
I’m sure the competition will lose because they don’t have what it takes.


Even if you seem to stand stiff
Even if you appear to be tough and unyielding…


The breeze of the rhyme makes you move, and we get swift
Our amazing rhyming skills can make you groove with the beat, and we always come out swift.


Suckers and flukes, it seems you lost and time to put up dukes
Everyone here is losing, so it's time for them to fight.


'Cause you just forced it, the furious females to fly to (fuck) with
You were the one who instigated it, and now you must face the wrath of furious females.


Stay stiff suckers, soon you'll be stuck with a rep, torn to shreds
Stand your ground, suckers, soon you'll be stuck with a terrible reputation.


A musical score leg, need a victory? I left an 'S' on your forehead
I just scored a musical victory, and you can’t deny it. I even left an 'S' on your forehead.


Don't fuse up now, it's time to put out lights
Don't give up now, it's time to put the lights out.


I won't ease up, pal, 'cause I'm-a go outta sight
I won't slow down, because I'm about to blow people’s minds.


Lyrical queen, mess around, and you'll get creamed
I'm a lyrical queen, and if you mess with me, you're going to get beaten badly.


The star of every male's fantasy or wetdream
I'm so good that I'm the star of every male's fantasy or wet dream.


The ebony princess in a lyrical safari
I'm the ebony princess on a lyrical safari, and only the best can keep up.


Battlin' me is like a Honda racing a Ferrari
Battling me is like a Honda racing against a Ferrari; there's no comparison.


If you were the king, what laws would you have me obey?
If you were the king, what laws would you have me follow?


None, my son, 'cause I'm quicker than a ???
You wouldn’t have any laws for me to follow because I’m too fast and would be gone before you could even think. (The lyrics are unclear on what the comparison is being made to.)


Quick to split the chick tryin' to get slick
If a woman tries to act slick, I’ll be quick to put her in her place.


You're nothing but a prostitute turning a new trick
You’re nothing but a prostitute trying to pull a new trick. (This line is derogatory and not recommended for use.)


Little Miss Wench, my mind is a trench
I think you’re a real annoyance, and I’ll make you fall into a trap.


Makes you drop, then you stop in your tracks and as I clench
I’m so good that I can make you freeze in your tracks and become speechless.


My fist, I twist words you use to rip
I’ll use my fists to twist the words that you normally use to insult people.


The next time you flex, I'm guaranteed to get swift
The next time you try to compete with me, I’m certain that I’ll win with ease.


Hip-hopper's, rap artists, and rhyme fanatics
This is for all the hip-hoppers, rap artists, and those who love rhymes.


Can you believe there's a sucker trying to cause static?
Can you believe there’s someone out there trying to slow us down?


Break out the health supplies and medical aid
Get the first-aid kit ready, we’re about to blow the roof off!


Prepare your mind for a super, alphabetical raid
Prepare your mind for the ultimate assault, with some amazing alphabetical rhymes.


Rhythmic explosion without corrosion
Our flow is explosive and amazing, but don’t worry, it won’t cause any harm.


Rhymes, in effect, that protect like a Trojan
We have rhymes that will protect you, just like a Trojan.


Against disease, sorta like a wack MC
Our rhymes are like medicine that will cure any disease you have, just like a bad MC that cures insomnia.


Rhymes more powerful than a punch at Jack Dempsy
Our rhymes are more powerful than a punch from Jack Dempsy, the famous boxer.


I fear no one, plus I tell no tales
I’m not afraid of anyone, and I’ll never reveal any secrets.


I will stand up to any male or female
I can face anybody, male or female.


Ones who persist to resist end up a prisoner
Anyone who tries to resist me will end up as my victim.


Hissed in a daze or a faze because he is in a
People will be left hissing and confused because they won’t be able to keep up.


State of shock, too hard for one to take
People will be in a state of shock and won’t be able to take it.


So in a multitude of crowds I run to break
That’s when I run into the crowds and start breaking everyone’s ear drums.


Beats for torture, but don't get played
Our beats may be brutal, but that’s not something to be messed with.


I stay paid, I caught ya now you shook, you're afraid
I make a lot of money, and now you can see that I’m the best, so you’re scared and shaken.


Scared of the fact we came back to uplift
You’re scared of us because we’re back and ready to uplift anyone who’s willing to listen.


The name, we designed the game, and we get swift
We own the game, and we come out swift whenever we play.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HERB AZOR, HERBY AZOR, HERBY E. AZOR

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