Shoot your shot
Ugly Duckling Lyrics


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Man, I wanna know WHAT YOU GOT!
Load it up and HIT THAT SPOT!
Grab the mic and SHOOT YOUR SHOT!
Hey yo, P-U-T-S and U-D, you be truly blessed
Rap panelist, Thes handle this like an analyst
(YES!) yes y'all the Einstein rhythm and rhyme
Combines like red wine and Tylenol
(OOOOH!) Shit, the grown relaxing in the field
But don't sleep, P count green, not sheep
With K. Jax, he rolls up the weed like haystacks
To bath tub down on you scrubs like Ajax
You're too fruity to rip the rooty tooty with your loofah
New booty ladies too lazy to raise the roof up
The plug desenchufa, could the crew get any doper
Man, we own this, live under the stairs like Mr. Roper
Home of the (NEW) generation, we got the torch
Let me call into U-D Dustin to bust 'em off
Blown Celeb and resurrecting the dead with three day block
Posse cut resurrection instead, so pass the ROCK!
I'm about to pop the clip in as I stop the opposition
You gotta cop a listen when I'm knockin like a piston
I spit arsenic so I'm hard to miss
You're in a DAZE cause I BLAZE like an arsonist
I come up in the house like a thief in the night
And electrify a crowd like keys on a kite
(STAY CALM!) Before I drop the napalm
Find yourself caught in a dangerous liaison
Lay it on thick, brick by brick, lickety split
Rhymes are fat like Jiminy Glick
You want beef, here's a hickory stick, I shoot the gift
You won't know it till it's over like a mystery flick
To put it blunt, I pack a punch like a school lunch
Got no time for punks, they take lumps
So PLEASE stop bugging for my honeycombs
Or I'll hit you in the funny bone (OWW!)
Man, I wanna know WHAT YOU GOT!
Load it up and HIT THAT SPOT!
Grab the mic and SHOOT YOUR SHOT!
Come on, you gotta SHOOT YOUR SHOT! (Yeah, yeah)
We wanna know WHAT YOU GOT! (Yeah, yeah)
Load it up and HIT THAT SPOT! (Yeah, yeah)
Grab your mic and SHOOT YOUR SHOT!
Andy's the name, takin aim like Calamity Jane
In a rap's last stand I'm the man who remains
When I claim to pack heat (uh-huh), know my ammunition
Is my flow and rhythm SO I'm armed to the teeth
My lungs are gun powder, throat cold and narrow
So when I open my mouth you're looking down the barrel
Of an emcee sniper, eye in the scope
Reigning down rounds of rhyme, fire, and smoke (BOOM!)
Lighting strikes twice from my mic device
Cause when I write it's like guns in knife fights
There's no competition so I don't listen
You think you're dope here's a penny, go wishin
I shoot to kill, better know the odds
Or wind up on boot hill, man get out of dodge
(U-D!) plus Thes One and Double K
We all just laugh when your record is played
Ain't nothing funny, what y'all laughin at?
Yeah, it's K. Jackson over here with my homeboy
You know what I'm saying
I'm just helpin 'em out on this microphone
It goes hippa to the hoppa and it just don't stoppa
I'm dressed in all black with my man K. Jax
I got thrown in the slammer, I tried to battle Hammer
They wanna interview me so I spit in the camera
You know I love Pac, that's why I got SHOT
Had to gain some credibility, now everybody feelin me
I'm on VH-ONE and MTV
I'm down with DJ EZ Rock and I'm back with U-D
It takes one to roll the blunt, it takes two to get jumped
And I be hanging at the church house looking for sluts
I hate rap music but, see, I'm so damn good
My homey told me "Boy, get it like I know that you could"
So I stole the microphone, wrote rhymes on my own
When I go to Burger King all the chicks are on my bone
It grows and grows and grows, gets a little bigger
You wanna see me skeet, baby girl, pull the trigger
I've got bang for your butt and I hate posse cuts
I'm a one mic thriller, I'm a soft beverage chiller
Whoever takes the mic, you better be illa
Now what's the time, everybody say (MILLER!)
Man, I wanna know WHAT YOU GOT!
Load it up and HIT THAT SPOT!
Grab the mic and SHOOT YOUR SHOT!
Once again, you gotta SHOOT YOUR SHOT! (Yeah, yeah)
I wanna know WHAT YOU GOT! (Yeah, yeah)
Load it up and HIT THAT SPOT! (Yeah, yeah)
Get on the cut and SHOOT YOUR SHOT!
("I'm a sure shot shooter!") - - ] Afrika Baby Sham
("And my? got a six shooter loaded with rhymes")
("I'm a sure shot shooter!") - - ] Afrika Baby Sham
("And my? got a six shooter loaded with rhymes")
("I'm a sure shot shooter!") - - ] Afrika Baby Sham
("And my? got a six shooter loaded with rhymes")
("I'm - I'm - I'm - I'm - I'm - I'm a sure shot shooter!") - - ] Afrika Baby Sham




("Bring it for the right second, then I'm going for mine.")
SHOOT YOUR SHOT! *BANG*

Overall Meaning

"Shoot your Shot" is a song by the American hip hop trio, Ugly Duckling. Released in 2000 as part of their second album, "Journey to Anywhere," the song is a classic example of the trio's party-oriented and upbeat music style. The song features witty and clever lyrics delivered over a groovy beat that is perfect for getting the party started. The chorus and hook are catchy and provide an easy sing-along that can get anyone up and dancing.


The song's lyrics are all about inviting people to dance and express themselves. It encourages people to showcase their talents and not be afraid to take risks. The chorus "Man, I wanna know WHAT YOU GOT! Load it up and HIT THAT SPOT! Grab the mic and SHOOT YOUR SHOT!" is a call to everyone to showcase their talent and go for it, no matter what. The song also features clever rhymes, wordplay, and punchlines, delivering a fun and exciting listening experience for the audience.


Overall, "Shoot Your Shot" is a fantastic party anthem, guaranteed to get anyone up and dancing. The song's encouraging message and catchy hook make it a perfect playlist addition for any party, celebration, or gathering.


Line by Line Meaning

Man, I wanna know WHAT YOU GOT!
I'm curious to know what skills or talents you possess!


Load it up and HIT THAT SPOT!
Prepare yourself and showcase your abilities at the right moment!


Grab the mic and SHOOT YOUR SHOT!
Take the opportunity to express yourself and show what you're capable of!


Hey yo, P-U-T-S and U-D, you be truly blessed
Hey, People Under the Stairs and Ugly Duckling, you are incredibly fortunate and gifted!


Rap panelist, Thes handle this like an analyst
Thes tackles this like an expert analyst, evaluating and dissecting the rap scene!


(YES!) yes y'all the Einstein rhythm and rhyme
Indeed, everyone, we possess an exceptional level of intelligence in our musical patterns and lyrics!


Combines like red wine and Tylenol
Our styles come together harmoniously, much like the combination of red wine and pain relievers!


(OOOOH!) Shit, the grown relaxing in the field
Oh my goodness, we, the mature ones, are enjoying a state of relaxation in our element!


But don't sleep, P count green, not sheep
However, don't be complacent; we're focused on achieving success, not wasting time counting sheep!


With K. Jax, he rolls up the weed like haystacks
Alongside K. Jax, we roll up marijuana joints skillfully, resembling haystack creation!


To bath tub down on you scrubs like Ajax
We'll bring down the competition hard, just like cleaning products attacking dirt in a bathtub!


You're too fruity to rip the rooty tooty with your loofah
You lack the necessary toughness to engage in fierce battles with your weak attempts!


New booty ladies too lazy to raise the roof up
Inexperienced women are unwilling to put in the effort to create an exciting atmosphere!


The plug desenchufa, could the crew get any doper
We disconnect from the ordinary, could our crew become any more impressive?


Man, we own this, live under the stairs like Mr. Roper
We dominate this industry, living freely and confidently like the character Mr. Roper living under the stairs!


Home of the (NEW) generation, we got the torch
We proudly represent the new wave of talent, carrying the torch of creative expression!


Let me call into U-D Dustin to bust 'em off
Allow me to summon Ugly Duckling's member Dustin to skillfully obliterate the competition!


Blown Celeb and resurrecting the dead with three day block
Blown Celeb and Ugly Duckling reviving the forgotten, inspiring with their incredible three-day block of performances!


Posse cut resurrection instead, so pass the ROCK!
We're reviving the spirit of collaborative posse cuts, so pass the microphone and let's rock together!


I'm about to pop the clip in as I stop the opposition
I'm preparing to load my ammunition and halt the progress of my adversaries!


You gotta cop a listen when I'm knockin like a piston
You must pay attention when I deliver my powerful verses, hitting hard like a piston!


I spit arsenic so I'm hard to miss
My lyrical words carry a venomous potency, making it impossible to ignore my presence!


You're in a DAZE cause I BLAZE like an arsonist
You're left dazed and amazed as I set fire to the stage with my explosive performances!


I come up in the house like a thief in the night
I enter venues discreetly and unexpectedly, making a strong impact as if I were a sneaky thief!


And electrify a crowd like keys on a kite
I bring an electrifying energy to the audience, captivating them like keys attracting lightning on a kite!


(STAY CALM!) Before I drop the napalm
Remain calm for a brief moment before I unleash my explosive and destructive lyrical power upon you!


Find yourself caught in a dangerous liaison
You'll find yourself entangled in a risky and potentially damaging relationship with me!


Lay it on thick, brick by brick, lickety split
I deliver my rhymes with intensity and speed, layering them with precision and efficiency!


Rhymes are fat like Jiminy Glick
My lyrics are substantial and impressive, just like the character Jiminy Glick!


You want beef, here's a hickory stick, I shoot the gift
If you're looking for conflict, I'm armed with a powerful weapon to battle you; I excel at showcasing my talent!


You won't know it till it's over like a mystery flick
You won't comprehend the impact until it's too late, similar to the suspense of a mystery movie!


To put it blunt, I pack a punch like a school lunch
To be direct, my presence and impact are as strong as a well-prepared school lunch!


Got no time for punks, they take lumps
I have no patience for weak individuals, they'll face the consequences of their actions!


So PLEASE stop bugging for my honeycombs
Please cease your annoying requests for my attention or involvement!


Or I'll hit you in the funny bone (OWW!)
I'll deliver a painful blow to your sense of humor, causing discomfort like hitting the funny bone!


Come on, you gotta SHOOT YOUR SHOT! (Yeah, yeah)
Come on, don't hesitate, take your chance to showcase your skills and abilities!


We wanna know WHAT YOU GOT! (Yeah, yeah)
We're genuinely interested in discovering the talents and potentials you possess!


Load it up and HIT THAT SPOT! (Yeah, yeah)
Prepare yourself properly and deliver a remarkable performance at the perfect moment!


Grab your mic and SHOOT YOUR SHOT!
Seize the opportunity to hold the microphone and express yourself confidently!


Andy's the name, takin aim like Calamity Jane
My name is Andy, and I'm precisely targeting my goals just like the legendary Calamity Jane!


In a rap's last stand I'm the man who remains
In the final and decisive rap confrontation, I'm the one who emerges victorious and remains standing!


When I claim to pack heat (uh-huh), know my ammunition
When I boast about my skills and abilities, trust that I possess the necessary arsenal to back it up!


Is my flow and rhythm SO I'm armed to the teeth
My ability to deliver smooth and captivating rhymes is my most powerful weapon!


My lungs are gun powder, throat cold and narrow
My vocal abilities are explosive, like gunpowder, and my delivery is sharp and precise!


So when I open my mouth you're looking down the barrel
When I start rapping, you'll feel as if you're staring directly into the menacing barrel of a gun!


Of an emcee sniper, eye in the scope
I embody the precision and focus of a skilled emcee sniper, aiming my words with accuracy and precision!


Reigning down rounds of rhyme, fire, and smoke (BOOM!)
I dominate the scene, showering it with explosive bursts of lyrical brilliance and intensity!


Lighting strikes twice from my mic device
My microphone becomes a conduit for electricity, delivering twice the impact to my audience!


Cause when I write it's like guns in knife fights
I approach my writing process with intensity, using my words as powerful weapons just like in a gun versus knife battle!


There's no competition so I don't listen
I don't pay attention to any contenders because there's no one who poses a real challenge to me!


You think you're dope here's a penny, go wishin
If you believe you're talented, here's a humble penny; go make a wish and hope for the best!


I shoot to kill, better know the odds
I approach my art with the intention to excel, so you better recognize the slim chances of standing against me!


Or wind up on boot hill, man get out of dodge
Otherwise, you'll end up buried on Boot Hill; it's better for you to flee and avoid the confrontation!


(U-D!) plus Thes One and Double K
Ugly Duckling, Thes One, and Double K together form a formidable force!


We all just laugh when your record is played
We find great amusement when your musical creations are heard by others!


Ain't nothing funny, what y'all laughin at?
There's nothing comical or amusing in the situation, so why are you all laughing?


Yeah, it's K. Jackson over here with my homeboy
Yes, I'm K. Jackson, present alongside my close friend and collaborator!


You know what I'm saying
You understand and grasp the message I'm trying to convey, right?


I'm just helpin 'em out on this microphone
I'm simply providing support and assistance on this microphone!


It goes hippa to the hoppa and it just don't stoppa
Our music and performance style transition smoothly and evolve, never ceasing to maintain its momentum!


I'm dressed in all black with my man K. Jax
I'm attired completely in black, alongside my companion K. Jax!


I got thrown in the slammer, I tried to battle Hammer
I ended up in prison after attempting to engage in a rap battle with Hammer, the renowned artist!


They wanna interview me so I spit in the camera
The media wants to interview me, so I respond by disrespectfully spitting directly into the camera!


You know I love Pac, that's why I got SHOT
It's evident that I deeply admire and respect Tupac, which led to me being shot!


Had to gain some credibility, now everybody feelin me
I had to establish a reputable reputation to earn respect, and now everyone appreciates and supports me!


I'm on VH-ONE and MTV
My success has elevated me to appear on VH1 and MTV, premier television networks!


I'm down with DJ EZ Rock and I'm back with U-D
I collaborate closely and have a strong connection with DJ EZ Rock, and I have returned to reunite with Ugly Duckling!


It takes one to roll the blunt, it takes two to get jumped
Only one person is responsible for preparing a marijuana joint, but it requires the involvement of two individuals to initiate conflict or attack!


And I be hanging at the church house looking for sluts
I frequently visit a church gathering with the intention of finding individuals who are promiscuous!


I hate rap music but, see, I'm so damn good
Despite my disdain for rap music, I acknowledge and take pride in my exceptional skills and talents!


My homey told me 'Boy, get it like I know that you could'
My close friend encouraged me to seize the opportunity and showcase my capabilities because he has complete confidence in my abilities!


So I stole the microphone, wrote rhymes on my own
Motivated by my determination, I took possession of the microphone and composed my own powerful and captivating verses!


When I go to Burger King all the chicks are on my bone
Whenever I visit Burger King, the female staff members show great interest and attraction toward me!


It grows and grows and grows, gets a little bigger
My reputation and influence continue to expand and flourish, gradually becoming more significant!


You wanna see me skeet, baby girl, pull the trigger
If you're eager to witness my impressive skills or talents, take action and initiate the opportunity!


I've got bang for your butt and I hate posse cuts
I offer remarkable results and experiences based on your preferences, and I strongly dislike collaborative posse cuts!


I'm a one mic thriller, I'm a soft beverage chiller
I captivate and entertain the audience with just one microphone, and I can also cool you down with refreshing drinks metaphorically!


Whoever takes the mic, you better be illa
Anyone who dares to step onto the microphone must possess exceptional skills and abilities to impress me!


Now what's the time, everybody say (MILLER!)
It's time to acknowledge and celebrate the iconic rapper Miller; everyone shout his name (MILLER)!


Once again, you gotta SHOOT YOUR SHOT! (Yeah, yeah)
Once again, don't hesitate, take your opportunity to shine and showcase your talents!


We wanna know WHAT YOU GOT! (Yeah, yeah)
We are genuinely interested in discovering and experiencing the skills and talents you possess!


Load it up and HIT THAT SPOT! (Yeah, yeah)
Get ready and prepare yourself to impress at the perfect moment; deliver an outstanding performance!


Get on the cut and SHOOT YOUR SHOT!
Get onto the turntable and express yourself skillfully; make the most of your opportunity!


I'm a sure shot shooter, and my six shooter's loaded with rhymes
I possess exceptional accuracy and skill when delivering my lines, and my extensive arsenal of rhymes is guaranteed to impress!


Bring it for the right second, then I'm going for mine.
I'm waiting for the perfect moment to unleash my skills, and once it arrives, I'll take full advantage!


I'm a sure shot shooter, and my six shooter's loaded with rhymes
I possess exceptional accuracy and skill when delivering my lines, and my extensive arsenal of rhymes is guaranteed to impress!


Bring it for the right second, then I'm going for mine.
I'm waiting for the perfect moment to unleash my skills, and once it arrives, I'll take full advantage!


I'm a sure shot shooter, and my six shooter's loaded with rhymes
I possess exceptional accuracy and skill when delivering my lines, and my extensive arsenal of rhymes is guaranteed to impress!


Bring it for the right second, then I'm going for mine.
I'm waiting for the perfect moment to unleash my skills, and once it arrives, I'll take full advantage!


I'm a sure shot shooter, and my six shooter's loaded with rhymes
I possess exceptional accuracy and skill when delivering my lines, and my extensive arsenal of rhymes is guaranteed to impress!


Bring it for the right second, then I'm going for mine.
I'm waiting for the perfect moment to unleash my skills, and once it arrives, I'll take full advantage!


SHOOT YOUR SHOT! *BANG*
Take your chance and seize the opportunity with full force!




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