Give It To Me |Dirty Version|
Timbaland (feat. Nelly Furtado & Justin Timberlake) Lyrics


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Is it going, is it going, is it going, is it going?
I don't know what you're looking for

[Nelly]
I'm the type of girl that'll look you dead in the eye (eye)
I'm real as they come if you don't know why I'm fly
Seen ya try to switch it up, but, girl, you ain't got to
I'm the Wonderwoman; let me go get my ropes
I'm a supermodel, and, mummy, si mummy
Amnesty International got bankrupt (I'm on top, on lock)
You love my ass, and my abs, and the video called Promiscuous
My style is meticulous

[Chorus]
If you see us in the club, we'll be acting real nice
If you see us on the floor, you'll be watchin' all night
We ain't here to hurt nobody
So give it to me, give it to me, give it to me
Wanna see you work your body
So give it to me, give it to me, give it to me

[Timbaland]
When Timbo is in the party, everybody put up their hands
I get a half a mill for my beats, you get a couple grand
Never gonna see the day that I ain't got the upper hand
I'm respected from Californ-i-a way down to Japan
I'm a real producer, and you just the piano man
Your song gonna top the charts; I heard 'em; I'm not a fan
(Like I said before: you know what they say here)
Talkin' greasy, I'm the one that gave them they chance
Somebody need to tell 'em they can't do it like I can

[Chorus]

[Justin Timberlake]
Could you speak up and stop the mumbling?
I don't think you're getting clear
Sitting on the top; it's hard to hear you from way up here
I saw you tryin' to act cute on TV; just let me clear the air
We missed you on the charts last week
Damn, that's right, you wasn't there
If sexy never left, then why's everybody on my shit?
Don't hate on me just because you didn't come up with it
So if you see us in the club, go on and walk the other way
'Cause our run will never be over; not at least until we say





[Chorus x 3]

Overall Meaning

The song "Give It to Me" by Timbaland feat. Sebastian and Attitude is a braggadocious track that asserts the superiority and talent of the artists. The chorus, "If you see us in the club, we'll be acting real nice," emphasizes the non-threatening nature of the artists, while still asserting their dominance. The verses are rap verses that deliver pointed jabs at other artists in the industry who are viewed as less talented or deserving of success. Nelly's verse emphasizes her confidence and authenticity, while Timbaland's verse asserts his dominance as a producer and dismisses the talent of other artists. Justin Timberlake's verse includes a dig at an unnamed artist who is apparently jealous of his success.


The song can be viewed as a commentary on the competitive nature of the music industry and the ways in which artists can feel threatened by one another. It also speaks to the idea that success in the industry is often based on image and marketing, rather than talent alone. Ultimately, the song is a celebration of the artists' own success and talent, and a reminder that they are at the top of their game.


Line by Line Meaning

Is it going, is it going, is it going, is it going?
Are things going well for you? Or are you struggling? I'm asking because I'm curious and want to know more.


I don't know what you're looking for
I'm not sure what kind of response I'm expecting from you, so I'll leave that up to you to decide.


I'm the type of girl that'll look you dead in the eye (eye)
I'm confident and direct. I won't shy away from eye contact, both literally and figuratively.


I'm real as they come if you don't know why I'm fly
I'm authentic and genuine. If you don't understand why I'm amazing, then you're clearly not paying attention.


Seen ya try to switch it up, but, girl, you ain't got to
I've noticed that you're trying to change yourself or your image, but you don't have to do that. You're already great just the way you are.


I'm the Wonderwoman; let me go get my ropes
I'm powerful and unstoppable, like the comic book character Wonder Woman. I'm ready to take charge and show off my abilities.


I'm a supermodel, and, mummy, si mummy
I'm confident in my appearance and my abilities. The phrase 'si mummy' might be a reference to the French term 'oui maman,' meaning 'yes, mother,' indicating that the singer is proud of themselves and wants to show off for their mother.


Amnesty International got bankrupt (I'm on top, on lock)
Even an organization as reputable and powerful as Amnesty International couldn't compare to my success and influence. I'm in control and unstoppable.


You love my ass, and my abs, and the video called Promiscuous
You're enamored with my appearance and my sex appeal, which is evident in my music video for the song 'Promiscuous.'


My style is meticulous
I put a lot of thought and care into my appearance and music. I'm intentional about every detail and it shows.


If you see us in the club, we'll be acting real nice
If you run into us at the club, we'll be friendly and sociable. We're not there to cause trouble or harm anyone.


If you see us on the floor, you'll be watchin' all night
If you catch us dancing, you won't be able to take your eyes off of us. We're captivating and skilled performers.


We ain't here to hurt nobody
We're not interested in causing harm or conflict. We just want to have a good time and enjoy the company of others.


So give it to me, give it to me, give it to me
We're asking for you to give us your best energy and dance moves. Let loose and have fun with us.


Wanna see you work your body
We want to see you dance and move in a way that shows your confidence and joy. Let the music take over and enjoy the moment.


When Timbo is in the party, everybody put up their hands
When I, Timbaland, am at a party, everyone gets excited and wants to dance. I'm a well-respected and successful producer, so my presence amps up the energy in the room.


I get a half a mill for my beats, you get a couple grand
I make a lot of money for my music production. In contrast, other artists might only make a fraction of that amount for their own work.


Never gonna see the day that I ain't got the upper hand
I'm always going to be in control and ahead of the game. I'm confident in my abilities and success.


I'm respected from Californ-i-a way down to Japan
My influence and success span across the globe. I'm respected and admired by people from California to Japan.


I'm a real producer, and you just the piano man
I'm a true music producer with a diverse set of skills and abilities. In comparison, other artists might just be skilled at playing one instrument, such as the piano.


Your song gonna top the charts; I heard 'em; I'm not a fan
I've heard your music before and I don't think it's going to perform well on the charts. I'm not a fan of your work.


Talkin' greasy, I'm the one that gave them they chance
You're talking negatively about me or others, but I'm the one who gave you and others a chance or opportunity to succeed. Don't bite the hand that feeds you.


Somebody need to tell 'em they can't do it like I can
Other artists might try to copy my style or success, but they can't do it as well as I can. I'm unique and irreplaceable.


Could you speak up and stop the mumbling?
I'm having trouble hearing you or understanding what you're saying. Please speak more clearly and directly.


I don't think you're getting clear
I think you're either unclear in your communication or misunderstanding what I'm saying.


Sitting on the top; it's hard to hear you from way up here
I'm at the top of my game and success, which might make it difficult for me to relate to or understand those who are struggling.


I saw you tryin' to act cute on TV; just let me clear the air
I noticed your attempts at being charming or attractive on TV, but I want to clarify some things and make sure we're on the same page.


We missed you on the charts last week
Your music or work didn't make it onto the charts last week, which might indicate a lack of recent success or popularity.


Damn, that's right, you wasn't there
That's correct, your work wasn't successful or popular enough to make it onto the charts last week.


If sexy never left, then why's everybody on my shit?
I'm questioning why people are so enamored with my sex appeal if they claim that it never left the spotlight. It's clear that my appeal and influence is still strong.


Don't hate on me just because you didn't come up with it
Don't be jealous or envious of my success or attractiveness. Just because you didn't create it yourself doesn't mean you have to be negative towards me.


So if you see us in the club, go on and walk the other way
If you don't like us or our energy, you're free to ignore us and move on. We won't cause any trouble or conflict.


'Cause our run will never be over; not at least until we say
Our success and impact will continue for a long time, and we'll only stop when we decide it's time. We're confident and in control of our own destiny.


Chorus x 3
These are the repeated lines of the chorus throughout the song.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRIAN CARENARD, JUSTIN SMITH, KEN LEWIS, RAHEEM DEVAUGHN

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@swacfan100

Nelly Fertado killed it. Still the best verse imo 🔥🔥🔥🔥

@deepvibes1292

Still banging this one

@abby131

Luv this song for years ^^

@alphonsesenjutsu

🖤Classic TIMBALAND💖 #BigFacts🔥💯🔥🌟🔥

@amadioloya6066

One of my favorite songs 🔥🎵🎶🤙🏻the shit

@metsfanatic6270

Yeah and JT was good in this too.
This song always gets me dancing.

@SuperHitman55

One of Timbaland's best

@krazziejrboi

Classic

@jonja53kbest

Thank you!

@redsnapppa1259

i love this... <3

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