Don't Make Me Take it There
Timbland And Magoo Lyrics


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[Timbaland]
Yau [echo 2x Yau]
They still won't give me my props
Now I'm pissed off
why'all will see the other side of me
Come on
Like this
I'm thinking 'bout what the music game might be
If a nigga didn't make his entry
Niggaz would be making them same ol' beats
Waiting on my arrivlary
why'all niggaz gonna learn to appreciate me
Instead of always comparin' me
If I hear one more remark about me
I guess I gotta ride on my enemies

Oho oho oho oho
Oho oho oho oho - Don't make me take it there
Oho oho oho oho
Oho oho oho oho - Don't make me take it there
Oho oho oho oho
Oho oho oho oho - Don't make me take it there
Oho oho oho oho - What I will nigga

What the fuck would the music be, if it wasn't for Timothy
When the game is feverish, then I create the remedies
And crumble leads until I'm buzz and I'm laxed
And them hoes show me love in every club that I'm at
For every hood got' get back, what another nigga envy
But I swear I ain't no killer, but why'all niggaz 'bout to tempt me
To the point there the barrels empty until you gon' recent me
When Morpheus missing the desert of the real he meant me
Like a monster I am simply, do the records into three
Let my music not really be confused with anybody
'cause there's something like Mister Mohammed Ali in his prime
then I float like a butterfly and sting with the rhyme
and the mic happens ring with the nine
if it's drama let these niggaz tryin' to bring to my mind
I seem to remind that Thomas Crown is spoke
and if you don't love it you can shove a dick down your throat

I'm thinking 'bout what the music game might be
If a nigga didn't make his entry
Niggaz would be making them same ol' beats
Waiting on my arrivlary
why'all niggaz gonna learn to appreciate me
Instead of always comparin' me
If I hear one more remark about me
I guess I gotta ride on my enemies

Oho oho oho oho
Oho oho oho oho - Don't make me take it there
Oho oho oho oho
Oho oho oho oho - Don't make me take it there
Oho oho oho oho
Oho oho oho oho - Don't make me take it there
Oho oho oho oho - What I will nigga

Look at my eyes nigga, wakin' up early in the morning to the sun rise nigga
Momma yelling rise nigga get up out that bed snoarin'
if you want it go get it fuck havin' to beg for it
Even if you gotta break your neck I'm a releg for it
I said listen to behind a hot roller bread for it
Contemplating know how to work my math and bred story
I don't work my fingers to the bone until they bled storin'
So you can say that I'm a giant a preacher of habit
walking over these watches squaking the reach in the head with
niggaz watching me go free not just a week in my marriage
with the game in the cabbage with my name and my status
but I remain as the baddest motherfucker 's established
and I 'm still at it grounding that Hennessey straight popping that still mad at
Down at my enemies' face and you're like a kill habit
In front of my enemies' face I shit like a steal rabbit
To show I'm his real static and hold me ideal at it
With my poker face until I at least make a mil at it
At least make a meal love it I'm hungry and still clutch it
All for that mil ticket outta that steal lovin'

[Frank Lee White]
Well I was riding 95 to Virginia the other day
And I thought to myself ain't this where Timbaland used to stay
I heard he moved to New York City but he work in Miami
Only time he back round here is when he visit his granny
Now ain't it funny how the money make a man change
But shit Timmy I don't think he changed a damn things
'xcept the rap game and bust the track game
shit he be gobbeling the grammies like he pac-man
can you get with that man let's gone take it back to the roots
before them backpacking rappers with them hoodies and boots
before Sam Goddie and MTV
before these killers and these hundred dollar billars feeling making MC
before the white rap explosion before the corrosion
when we was just getting started and them doo's wouldn't open
it was people like Timmy who was kickin' them in
shit whatcha cookin' in that kitchen again
some shit like that

[Timbaland]
I'm thinking 'bout what the music game might be
If a nigga didn't make his entry
Niggaz would be making them same ol' beats
Waiting on my arrivlary
why'all niggaz gonna learn to appreciate me
Instead of always comparin' me
If I hear one more remark about me
I guess I gotta ride on my enemies

Oho oho oho oho
Oho oho oho oho - Don't make me take it there
Oho oho oho oho
Oho oho oho oho - Don't make me take it there
Oho oho oho oho




Oho oho oho oho - Don't make me take it there
Oho oho oho oho - What I will nigga

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Timbaland and Magoo's song "Don't Make Me Take it There" demonstrate frustration with the lack of recognition and respect in the music industry. Timbaland is exasperated with people comparing his work to others and not appreciating his artistry. He reflects on what the music industry would be like without his entry and expresses that other artists would still be making the same old beats.


Timbaland reveals that while he loves his craft, he is constantly on the brink of snapping if people continue to compare or undermine him. The song speaks to the challenges of being a musician who is underappreciated and misrepresented despite their hard work.


Overall, the song is a declaration of excellence and a warning to those who underestimate the musician's talents. Timbaland and Magoo use their platform to express their frustration with the industry and to demand the credit they deserve.


Line by Line Meaning

They still won't give me my props
The music industry hasn't shown me the recognition I deserve.


Now I'm pissed off
I'm angry about the lack of respect I've received.


why'all will see the other side of me
If I don't get the appreciation I deserve, people will see a different, more aggressive side of me.


Come on
Let's do this, take this situation head on.


I'm thinking 'bout what the music game might be
I'm considering what the music industry would be like without my contributions.


If a nigga didn't make his entry
If I had never entered the music industry.


Niggaz would be making them same ol' beats
Without me, the music industry would be stagnant and repetitive.


Waiting on my arrivlary
People are always waiting for my next move in the industry.


why'all niggaz gonna learn to appreciate me
I want people in the industry to start showing me respect and appreciation.


Instead of always comparin' me
Stop comparing me to others and appreciate me for my own unique talents and contributions.


If I hear one more remark about me
I'm tired of hearing negative comments and criticism about me and my work.


I guess I gotta ride on my enemies
If people keep disrespecting me, I may have to take action against them.


Oho oho oho oho
This is a vocalization, possibly expressing frustration or a warning.


What I will nigga
I'll take action if I need to and won't back down.


What the fuck would the music be, if it wasn't for Timothy
The industry wouldn't be the same without my influence and contributions.


When the game is feverish, then I create the remedies
When the industry is in need of innovation and creativity, I provide the solutions.


And crumble leads until I'm buzz and I'm laxed
I work tirelessly and constantly experiment until I've created something great.


And them hoes show me love in every club that I'm at
I am respected and admired by many in the industry.


For every hood got' get back, what another nigga envy
I get recognition for my work, while others feel jealous of my success.


But I swear I ain't no killer, but why'all niggaz 'bout to tempt me
I'm not a violent person, but I feel provoked and disrespected.


To the point there the barrels empty until you gon' recent me
I won't stop defending myself until my detractors respect me.


When Morpheus missing the desert of the real he meant me
I am the one who can provide the answer to the challenges that the music industry faces.


Like a monster I am simply, do the records into three
I am a musical force to be reckoned with, and I produce hits with ease.


Let my music not really be confused with anybody
My music is distinct and unique from that of other artists.


'cause there's something like Mister Mohammed Ali in his prime
I'm one of the best out there, like Muhammad Ali was in his prime.


then I float like a butterfly and sting with the rhyme
I can be graceful and smooth with my delivery, but also deliver hard-hitting lyrics.


and the mic happens ring with the nine
My microphone presence is strong and commanding.


if it's drama let these niggaz tryin' to bring to my mind
If people are trying to cause trouble for me, they're in for a fight.


I seem to remind that Thomas Crown is spoke
I am reminding people that I am a powerful and influential figure, like Thomas Crown.


and if you don't love it you can shove a dick down your throat
If people don't like what I'm doing, they can leave me alone and not bother me with their negative opinions.


Look at my eyes nigga, wakin' up early in the morning to the sun rise nigga
I am a hard worker and up early every day, getting things done and making things happen.


Momma yelling rise nigga get up out that bed snoarin'
My mother motivates me to get up and work hard every day.


if you want it go get it fuck havin' to beg for it
I don't want to have to beg for success, I want to earn it through hard work and dedication.


Even if you gotta break your neck I'm a releg for it
I'm willing to work as hard as I need to in order to achieve my goals.


I said listen to behind a hot roller bread for it
I am committed to my craft and constantly learning and improving my skills.


Contemplating know how to work my math and bred story
I am always analyzing the best way to succeed and make the most of my opportunities.


I don't work my fingers to the bone until they bled storin'
I work very hard and put in a lot of effort to achieve my goals.


So you can say that I'm a giant a preacher of habit
I am a highly successful and influential figure in the industry, known for my consistency and hard work.


walking over these watches squaking the reach in the head with
I am so successful that people try to emulate me but can't match my level of achievement.


niggaz watching me go free not just a week in my marriage
People are always keeping an eye on me and what I'm doing in my personal and professional life.


with the game in the cabbage with my name and my status
I'm at the top of the industry, with a lot of power and respect.


but I remain as the baddest motherfucker 's established
Even with all my success, I haven't lost my edge or drive to be the best.


and I 'm still at it grounding that Hennessey straight popping that still mad at
I am still working hard and celebrating my success, even when people try to bring me down.


Down at my enemies' face and you're like a kill habit
I am not afraid to confront my detractors and stand up for myself.


In front of my enemies' face I shit like a steal rabbit
I am confident and unafraid of anyone who tries to bring me down.


To show I'm his real static and hold me ideal at it
I am proving to people that I am the real deal and not going anywhere anytime soon.


With my poker face until I at least make a mil at it
I remain focused and composed until I achieve my financial goals and beyond.


At least make a meal love it I'm hungry and still clutch it
I want to make a lot of money and am determined to keep working hard to achieve that goal.


All for that mil ticket outta that steal lovin'
I want to make a lot of money to escape the struggles and hardships in my life.


Well I was riding 95 to Virginia the other day
A person narrates their experience of going on a trip to Virginia.


And I thought to myself ain't this where Timbaland used to stay
The person reflects on Timbaland's past and where he used to live.


I heard he moved to New York City but he work in Miami
The person has heard that Timbaland has moved to New York City but still works in Miami.


Only time he back round here is when he visit his granny
The person notes that Timbaland only comes back to this area to visit his grandmother.


Now ain't it funny how the money make a man change
The person comments on the changes that money can bring about in a person's life.


But shit Timmy I don't think he changed a damn things
The person doesn't think that Timbaland has changed despite his success and wealth.


'xcept the rap game and bust the track game
The only thing that has changed about Timbaland is his success and impact in the music industry.


shit he be gobbeling the grammies like he pac-man
Timbaland has won many Grammy Awards and is very successful in the music industry.


can you get with that man let's gone take it back to the roots
Let's appreciate Timbaland's unique talents and contributions to the industry and take it back to the roots of good music.


before them backpacking rappers with them hoodies and boots
Before newer trends in the industry took over, let's appreciate the older, more authentic styles.


before Sam Goddie and MTV
Before the big influence of mainstream media on the music industry.


before these killers and these hundred dollar billars feeling making MC
Before the industry became more about image and wealth, rather than true musical talent and ability.


before the white rap explosion before the corrosion
Before the explosion of white rappers, let's go back to the original roots of the industry.


when we was just getting started and them doo's wouldn't open
When the industry was just beginning and its doors were closed to many talented artists.


it was people like Timmy who was kickin' them in
Timbaland was one of the pioneers who helped open the industry to diverse musical styles and talent.


shit whatcha cookin' in that kitchen again
The person asks what new music Timbaland is working on now.




Lyrics Β© Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: B. MCMICHAEL, JASON NITTI, LAEL WILLIAMS, TIMOTHY MOSLEY, TIMOTHY Z. MOSLEY

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@carlosjr4386

The production on this album is so fantastic. Timbo has always been great, but in those mid-late 00s he was making sure everyone remembered him

@geraldogoko3494

This album cemented timberland as a legend in the music business

@ctwleo2152

Fan since I was a young boy in the 90’s now it’s 2021 I am in my 30’s . Yeah Tim πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯🐐

@uchechukwunwanze1257

Everytime i need to motivate myself i listen to this non stop from midnight till 3am......

@oldskoolempire6314

This beat is siiiickkkkkk πŸ”₯I fell in love with this song first time I heard it many years back!!!

@stanleyekeh4469

It's 2022 and this song is still lit

@syncl_rity7508

Can really hear that Pac influence in
Tim’s vocal inflection and the lyrics.

@alinafekanyemba7207

This was my favorite song in 2004.Memry lane

@biggiedaddy1443

My best jamz
Jr secondary school
Immediately i come back from school i listen to the song before i eat my lunch

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ClassicπŸ‘πŸ’ͺ

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