Don't Touch Me
Travis Barker/Busta Rhymes Lyrics


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Back with the most venomous rap
It be the godfather of the club banger let me hear you clap
You can applause and from the very beginnin'
You can give me a standin' ovation while I'm bangin' your face in
With another banger I call it the cliffhanger
Watch me mangle and strangle this whole rap shit
(Come on)
You could see the way I make 'em mad sick
From down bottom the way I got 'em give me my cash quick
(Come on)

Log on you better grab onto somethin'
Because I'm 'bout to shake shit again and make 'em black bitch
(Come on)
Now you hear the shots ring off from bitches takin' everything off
Each other got 'em whylin' runnin' for cover

The King Kong, Big Foot gully with a scully
Bully of rap still ugly with the money runnin' the trap
Now they givin' me dap, as far as I'm concerned in this mu'fucker
Like how I got 'em now they ready to snap

So don't touch me nigga
(You might burn yourself)
Don't touch me nigga
(You might burn yourself)

It's gettin' hot in this bitch
(So throw the water on 'em)
We got 'em hot in this bitch
(So throw the water on 'em)

We got 'em hot in this bitch
(So throw the water on 'em)
We got 'em hot in this bitch
(So throw the water on 'em)
Here we go

Now you see the alcohol spillin' and we got 'em
Hands in the ceilin', you know we only come to rattle the bulidin'
And break it on down just a little once again
Knowin' we holdin' the bank so let me keep the dice rollin'
And keep it traditional the way I keep my money fallin'

While you slackin' on yo' mackin', Duke, we always keep it goin'
Right to the left, do it to death, now watch me
Come through with a chisel that make the game sizzle
And I, pull out the skillet, prepare for the cookin'

How I'm whylin' niggas wonderin' when I'm gonna bring the hook in
Thugs ice grillin' every time they get to lookin'
Got 'em whylin' overseas all the way back to go Brooklyn
Now they ready to spaz 'cause we bring the best to them

Shit that shut it down on the regular
That's with the fly 80s' nigga that was whippin' in a Cressida
Fresher than, most of these niggas, killin' the rest of the
Fellas that was thinkin' that they as rushin' in and bustin' in
But the way we was doin', we was musclin' their hustlin'

So don't touch me nigga
(You might burn yourself)
Don't touch me nigga
(You might burn yourself)

It's gettin' hot in this bitch
(So throw the water on 'em)
We got 'em hot in this bitch
(So throw the water on 'em)

We got 'em hot in this bitch
(So throw the water on 'em)
We got 'em hot in this bitch
(So throw the water on 'em)
Here we go

You don't really want it my dude
I'm sayin' most my niggas is rude
And when we come we eat a nigga food
Back to the fact in the matter at hand
For me to come in control this whole shit, was only part of the plan

The other part of the plan is for you to understand
That nothin' could fuck with the kid, let me say it again
The Broad Back be, Busta Bus back to put out the trash
And just for the record, we got it on smash, now

How the fuck they even got the audacity
The fire marshall come and try to talk about capacity
Every time I'm in the spot, I hope you know it has to be
Extremely packed to shut it down, you'll probably cause a tragedy
Don't you know that when I'm in the place I change the mood again

I be whylin' wit raunchy bitches and a bunch of hooligans
Now don't get it fucked up just because I flaunt it
Niggas think that they can test me, bring it if you really want it
See I be the type to always beat you to the punch faster
I keep a smile on my face, but carry the Bushmaster

So don't touch me nigga
(You might burn yourself)
Don't touch me nigga
(You might burn yourself)

It's gettin' hot in this bitch
(So throw the water on 'em)
We got 'em hot in this bitch
(So throw the water on 'em)

We got 'em hot in this bitch
(So throw the water on 'em)
We got 'em hot in this bitch
(So throw the water on 'em)
Keep it goin'

You already know I said it word to mother
Shit is so hot you niggas think it's cold in up the summer
Shh, calm the noise down let's get a little quiet
'Cause the neighbors call the police they know we cause riots

And they know that we'll have them thinkin' they dancin' with the devil
When they play the music turn the volume to the highest level
You got it right
Let's keep the bomb goin' like we lit a stick of dynamite

Bow you know you need to follow whenever you hear the God spit
(Aww shit)
You see me nigga back in the cockpit
Out to gettin' this money I give you all a stock tip
Perspire by a nigga till you see the sweat drop drip

So don't touch me nigga
(You might burn yourself)
Don't touch me nigga
(You might burn yourself)

It's gettin' hot in this bitch
(So throw the water on 'em)
We got 'em hot in this bitch
(So throw the water on 'em)

We got 'em hot in this bitch
(So throw the water on 'em)
We got 'em hot in this bitch




(So throw the water on 'em)
Here we go

Overall Meaning

The song "Don't Touch Me" by Travis Barker and Busta Rhymes is a rap song that gets the listener pumped up and ready to party. Throughout the song, the rapper asserts his superiority in the rap game and highlights his ability to make hit after hit. The repeated refrain of "don't touch me nigga, you might burn yourself" is a warning to any other rapper trying to step up and challenge his position as the king of the music world.


The first verse of the song talks about how the rapper is the "godfather of the club banger" and how his music can get a crowd moving. He also talks about how he can make his listeners go crazy with his beats and how he is the ruler of the rap game. The second verse is more confrontational, as he warns his rivals to stay away or risk getting burned. He boasts about his skills, saying that he is "fresher than most of these niggas" and that he can out-muscle anyone who tries to encroach on his territory. The chorus instrumentally sounds like a siren and features the repeated refrain of "throw the water on 'em" as if to add urgency to the hype.


Overall the song is about asserting power and getting pumped up to party, with an undertone of warning to other rappers to stay out of the way or get burned. Busta Rhymes uses his trademark fast-paced and high-energy rapping style to get his point across, while Travis Barker keeps the beat going with his rock-infused drumming style.


Line by Line Meaning

Back with the most venomous rap
Returning with the most aggressive and powerful style of rap


It be the godfather of the club banger let me hear you clap
Referring to oneself as the originator of energetic party songs and requesting applause


You can applause and from the very beginnin'
You can show appreciation and support right from the start


You can give me a standin' ovation while I'm bangin' your face in
You can give me a standing ovation while I'm impressively performing and dominating the rap scene


With another banger I call it the cliffhanger
Releasing another exciting song that leaves listeners wanting more


Watch me mangle and strangle this whole rap shit
Watch me forcefully and skillfully control the rap industry


(Come on)
(Encouraging the audience to join in or get excited)


You could see the way I make 'em mad sick
You can clearly observe how I impress and excite them to the point of madness


From down bottom the way I got 'em give me my cash quick
From the very beginning, I have earned their respect and they willingly give me money


(Come on)
(Encouraging the audience to join in or get excited)


Now you hear the shots ring off from bitches takin' everything off
Now you hear the sounds of women undressing and removing their clothes


Each other got 'em whylin' runnin' for cover
They are going crazy and fleeing for safety


The King Kong, Big Foot gully with a scully
A powerful and intimidating figure, resembling King Kong and Big Foot, wearing a knit hat


Bully of rap still ugly with the money runnin' the trap
The dominant and aggressive figure in the rap industry, still unattractive but successful in business


Now they givin' me dap, as far as I'm concerned in this mu'fucker
Now they are showing me respect and acknowledgement in this industry


Like how I got 'em now they ready to snap
They are impressed with my skills and are eager to show their support


You don't really want it my dude
You don't truly want to challenge or compete with me, my friend


I'm sayin' most my niggas is rude
I'm saying that most of the people I associate with are disrespectful and aggressive


And when we come we eat a nigga food
And when we arrive, we completely dominate and take over


For me to come in control this whole shit, was only part of the plan
My intention was always to come and take full control of the rap industry


The other part of the plan is for you to understand
The other part of the plan is for you to comprehend and accept


That nothin' could fuck with the kid, let me say it again
That nothing can compete with me, let me reiterate


The Broad Back be, Busta Bus back to put out the trash
Referring to oneself as the powerful figure who will clean up and dominate the rap scene


And just for the record, we got it on smash, now
And just to make it clear, we are highly successful and have complete control


How the fuck they even got the audacity
How do they even have the boldness or nerve


The fire marshall come and try to talk about capacity
Fire officials coming and trying to discuss the maximum capacity of a venue


Every time I'm in the spot, I hope you know it has to be
Every time I'm in a location, you should understand it has to be a big event


Extremely packed to shut it down, you'll probably cause a tragedy
The venue must be filled to its limit to create an unforgettable experience, otherwise it might be a disappointment


Don't you know that when I'm in the place I change the mood again
Don't you know that when I'm present, I have the power to alter the atmosphere


I be whylin' wit raunchy bitches and a bunch of hooligans
I hang out and party with provocative women and a rowdy group of troublemakers


Now don't get it fucked up just because I flaunt it
Now don't misunderstand my behavior just because I show off


Niggas think that they can test me, bring it if you really want it
People believe they can challenge me, but they should only do so if they truly desire a confrontation


See I be the type to always beat you to the punch faster
I am the kind of person who always outwits and outdoes you


I keep a smile on my face, but carry the Bushmaster
I maintain a cheerful appearance, but I am armed and dangerous


You already know I said it word to mother
You already know and can trust that I am speaking the truth


Shit is so hot you niggas think it's cold in up the summer
The situation is incredibly intense and impressive, making people think it's the opposite of what they expect


Shh, calm the noise down let's get a little quiet
Shh, lower the volume and let's have a more peaceful atmosphere


'Cause the neighbors call the police they know we cause riots
Because the neighbors are calling the police, they know we create chaotic situations


And they know that we'll have them thinkin' they dancin' with the devil
The neighbors know that our actions will make them feel like they are engaging with something dangerous or sinful


When they play the music turn the volume to the highest level
When they play our music, turn the volume up as loud as possible


You got it right
You understood correctly


Let's keep the bomb goin' like we lit a stick of dynamite
Let's maintain the explosive and exciting energy as if we ignited a stick of dynamite


Bow you know you need to follow whenever you hear the God spit
Bow down and understand that you need to pay attention whenever you hear me, the God, rap


(Aww shit)
(Expressing surprise or excitement)


You see me nigga back in the cockpit
You see me, my friend, back in control and dominating the rap industry


Out to gettin' this money I give you all a stock tip
Focused on making money, I provide you all with advice on investing


Perspire by a nigga till you see the sweat drop drip
Be inspired by me, my friend, until you witness the intense effort and determination


So don't touch me nigga
So don't interfere or meddle with me, my friend


(You might burn yourself)
(You might get hurt or face consequences)


It's gettin' hot in this bitch
The situation is becoming intense and exciting


(So throw the water on 'em)
(Use water to cool things down)


We got 'em hot in this bitch
We have made the atmosphere intense and exciting


Here we go
Let's start or continue with what we are doing




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Hipgnosis Songs Group
Written by: PETE SMITH, ANDY MERRILL

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Comments from YouTube:

@Stu_Kennedy

I come back here about once a month and it still gives me goose bumps. Amazing.

@eclectricgay

14 years later and this song still hits as hard as it did the very first time I heard it!

@user-ol8uf3wk7d

Mate, same here. The way Travis drums out at the end give me a hard on!

@MrShake91

2020 and still coming back to this

@floresconrad

2021 and still here

@Fenizrael

For real man. I still think about this video now and then and I search it out because it’s so fantastic.

@adibbshorts

rn tho

@Stu_Kennedy

2022 and still here for this!!!

@Adam-to2gt

2024 and still as a good as when I first heard it

@deltasquad2oo618

Man I loved this when I was younger I still do that’s what motivated me play the drums

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