About the band
Two and a Half White Guys, 2 1/2 White Guys, or just "The… Read Full Bio ↴About the band
Two and a Half White Guys, 2 1/2 White Guys, or just "The Gringos" as they are sometimes referred to congenially, are based out of Provo, Utah, and haave been playing Ska and Reggae for at least 6 or 7 years.

History
The "Two and a Half" originally was a joke between the bandmates about how the drummer, Mark, was half caucasian, half Philipino. The list of band members continues to flux and change as the years pass.

Website
You can find out more about the Gringos by visiting their website at http://twoandahalfwhiteguys.com.

You can also search for their alternate spelling: "2 1/2 White Guys." or visit their alternate Last.fm artist page: 2 1/2 White Guys

Mr. Clean
Two and a Half White Guys Lyrics

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I got a case of the ace, three five to the face,
Teflon with the base, these hoes making it shake
Mr. Clean shine on the floor, diamonds hittin' on 'Em, never put a bitch before your dough , yeah
You trippin' homie, these niggas get out of line, we Got them switches for em, 50 rounds

100 rounds, applyin' pressure on em, no matter the Reason or season, my nigga steppin' for me
Full court press with a blitz, leavin' nothin' open, Ain't leavin' nothin' open, but a nigga
Nose, full court press on the block, got it for the low, Ain't nothin' changed but the

Money counter ', everyday I'm chasin' money and The power, if I catch a nigga slippin

Then I'm spinnin' on him, got a whole team of Winners, stay winnin' on em , I smoke a
Whole lot of runtz, three five in this bitch, Slapwoods be the blunts, got a bad ass bitch
I'm gettin' cash in this bitch, so what the fuck you Mad at bitch
Mr. Clean shine on the floor, diamonds hittin' on em, Never put a bitch before your dough , yeah

You trippin' homie, these niggas get out of line, we Got them switches for em, 50 rounds
100 rounds, applyin' pressure on em, no matter the Reason or season, my nigga steppin' for me
Full court press with a blitz, leavin' nothin' open, I Got a case of the ace, three five
To the face, Teflon with the bass, these hoes makin' It shake, I'm in the trap and I'm makin

It quake, boss status, lobster steak on the plate, no I Don't go on no dates , but them
Boxes better drop on that date, that nigga play, he Gon' die on that date, my nigga who
Can relate
Mr. Clean shine on the floor, diamonds hittin' on em, Never put a bitch before your dough , yeah

You trippin' homie, these niggas get out of line, we Got them switches for em, 50 rounds

100 rounds, applyin' pressure on em, no matter the Reason or season, my nigga steppin' for me
Full court press with a blitz, leavin' nothin' open go

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Two and a Half White Guys's song "Mr. Clean" revolve around themes of power, wealth, loyalty, and dominance. The opening lines, "I got a case of the ace, three five to the face, Teflon with the base, these hoes making it shake" suggest the singer's indulgence in drugs and the accompanying hedonistic lifestyle. They may be using substances to project a sense of invincibility and confidence (represented by the term "Teflon") while attracting attention from women.

The line "Mr. Clean shine on the floor, diamonds hitting on 'em, never put a bitch before your dough" is a declaration of prioritizing financial gain over romantic relationships. It advises against prioritizing love interests who may distract or hinder one's pursuit of material success. The singer emphasizes the importance of wealth and the need to protect it, potentially hinting at a ruthless and self-centered mindset.

The following lines mention the willingness to resort to violence to maintain dominance, as indicated by the phrase "You trippin' homie, these niggas get out of line, we got them switches for 'em, 50 rounds, 100 rounds, applying pressure on 'em." This suggests the singer has access to weapons and is prepared to use them should their authority or territory be challenged. They are unapologetic about their aggressive tactics and assert that their associates are ready to back them up ("my nigga steppin' for me").

The final paragraph reinforces the themes of material wealth and power. The references to trap culture ("I'm in the trap and I'm makin' it quake"), luxurious dining ("boss status, lobster steak on the plate"), and indifference towards conventional dating ("No, I don't go on no dates") portray the singer as someone who values their own personal success over traditional societal norms.

Overall, "Mr. Clean" portrays a character who is ruthless in their pursuit of money and power, unafraid to resort to violence if needed, and prioritizes material wealth over romantic relationships and personal connections. The lyrics convey a sense of dominance and a "no-nonsense" attitude, characterized by a focus on money, an aggressive demeanor, and a disregard for societal norms.

Line by Line Meaning

I got a case of the ace, three five to the face
I have a strong dose of drugs, three to five grams of it

Teflon with the base, these hoes making it shake
I'm protected and unaffected by the negative influence of women, while they entertain and excite me

Mr. Clean shine on the floor, diamonds hittin' on 'Em, never put a bitch before your dough , yeah
I am successful like the shining floor cleaned by Mr. Clean, my expensive diamonds catch attention. Never prioritize a woman over money.

You trippin' homie, these niggas get out of line, we Got them switches for em, 50 rounds
You are mistaken, my friend. If these guys cross the line, we have firearms to discipline them, fifty rounds in the magazine.

100 rounds, applyin' pressure on em, no matter the Reason or season, my nigga steppin' for me
We will exert relentless pressure on them, firing a hundred rounds, regardless of the circumstances. My loyal friend supports and defends me.

Full court press with a blitz, leavin' nothin' open, Ain't leavin' nothin' open, but a nigga
We aggressively attack and overwhelm, leaving no vulnerabilities. We don't leave anything exposed, except for ourselves.

Nose, full court press on the block, got it for the low, Ain't nothin' changed but the Money counter
In the drug dealing business, we apply intense pressure on the neighborhood. We obtained the drugs at a low price, and the only thing that has changed is the increasing amount of money we make.

'everyday I'm chasin' money and The power, if I catch a nigga slippin
Every day, I am focused on pursuing wealth and influence. If I catch someone off guard or vulnerable

Then I'm spinnin' on him, got a whole team of Winners, stay winnin' on em , I smoke a
I will immediately take advantage of their vulnerability. I have a highly successful team who are always victorious. I also use drugs excessively.

Whole lot of runtz, three five in this bitch, Slapwoods be the blunts, got a bad ass bitch
I consume a large quantity of marijuana called 'runtz', about three to five grams. I smoke them using blunt wraps called 'slapwoods', and I have a highly attractive and desirable woman.

I'm gettin' cash in this bitch, so what the fuck you Mad at bitch
I am earning a lot of money in this situation, so why are you angry, woman?

I Got a case of the ace, three five to the face, Teflon with the bass, these hoes makin' It shake
I have a strong dose of drugs, three to five grams of it, and I am emotionally unaffected by women. They excite and entertain me.

I'm in the trap and I'm makin It quake, boss status, lobster steak on the plate, no I Don't go on no dates
I am in the drug-selling business, and I am causing chaos in it. I hold a high position, indulge in luxurious meals like lobster steak, and I don't engage in romantic dates.

but them Boxes better drop on that date, that nigga play, he Gon' die on that date, my nigga who Can relate
However, the packages (presumably drugs) should be delivered as promised on a specific date. If someone tries to deceive me, they will face deadly consequences on the agreed date. Can anyone understand and empathize with this?

Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Antonio Hill

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