Cantaloop Edit
Us3 Lyrics
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As we dip in the melodic sea
Rhythm keeps flowin', an' Drip's the M.C.
Sweet sugar pop sugar pop rocks
Pop you don't stop til the sweet beat drops
I show an' prove as I stick an' move
Every poem's recited on top of the groove
Smooth, my, floatin' like a butterfly
Brace yourself as the beat hits ya
Dip trip flip fantasia
Feel the beat drop jazz and hip-hop
Drippin' in your dome makes you zone and bop
Funk and fusion a fly illusion
Keeps ya coastin' on the rhythm ya cruisin'
Up down round and round, rhymes profound
But nevertheless you've got to get down
Fantasy freak through the beat so unique
You move your feet and sweat from the beat
Back to the fact I'm the mack and I know that
The way I kick the rhyme some will call me a poet
Poem steady flowin', growin' showin' sights and sounds
Caught in the groove in the tale I found
Many tripped the tour upon the rhymes they saw
To an infinite height to the realm of the hardcore
Here we go off I take ya
Dip trip flip fantasia
Jump to the jam boogie woogie jam slam
Bust the dialect I'm the man in command
Come flow with the sound of th mighty mic master
Rhymin' on the mic I'll bring the suckers to disaster
Bookout ducks but I still rock Nike
With the razzle dazzle, a star I might be
Scribble drabble scrabble on the microphone I babble
As I fix the funky words into a puzzle
Yes yes yes on and on I flex
Get with the flow verbs manifest
Feel the vibe from here to Asia
Dip trip flip fantasia
The lyrics of US3 featuring Rashaan's song Cantaloup show how music can be a force that moves and unites people beyond words. The song has an infectious groove that seamlessly blends jazz and hip-hop rhythms to create a sound that makes you want to move. The lyrics of the song are a combination of playful rhymes and poetic musings that flow on top of the beat. They are delivered by a rapper, Drip, who acts as the emcee, adding a layer of energy to the mix.
The song begins by inviting the listener to enter the "melodic sea" and ride the rhythm as it flows. Drip, the emcee, introduces himself and his style, which is to recite his poems on top of the groove. He boasts of his prowess and confidence in his delivery, comparing himself to a butterfly that floats on the melody. The chorus of the song emphasizes the infectiousness of the beat, it's the kind that makes you want to dance until the "sweet beat drops."
As the song progresses, the lyrics become more abstract, with the rapper, Drip, talking about "funk and fusion," "fantasy freaks," and "rhymes profound." The song is a celebration of the power of music to transport people beyond their everyday realities to a new level of consciousness. The chorus is repeated throughout the song, acting as a mantra that keeps the listener engaged in the beat.
Line by Line Meaning
Groovy groovy jazzy funky pounce bounce dance
The music is filled with a groovy, jazzy, and funky rhythm that makes you want to pounce, bounce, and dance.
As we dip in the melodic sea
We submerge ourselves in the melodic flow of the music.
Rhythm keeps flowin', an' Drip's the M.C.
The rhythm of the music continues and Drip is the master of ceremonies controlling the flow.
Sweet sugar pop sugar pop rocks
The sweetness of the music is like candy that rocks and pops.
Pop you don't stop til the sweet beat drops
We won't stop dancing until the sweet beat drops.
I show an' prove as I stick an' move
I showcase my skills and abilities as I choreograph my movements to the beat.
Every poem's recited on top of the groove
I recite every poetic verse on top of the musical groove.
Smooth, my, floatin' like a butterfly
My silky smooth flow is light and graceful like a butterfly.
Notes that I float sung like a lullaby
My notes, sung in a floating manner, lull the listener into a musical trance.
Brace yourself as the beat hits ya
Get ready to feel the impact of the beat.
Dip trip flip fantasia
Let yourself go on a journey filled with dips, trips, flips, and fantasy.
Feel the beat drop jazz and hip-hop
Feel the sudden drop of the beat, blending jazz and hip-hop together.
Drippin' in your dome makes you zone and bop
The music drips into your mind, causing you to zone out and bop to the rhythm.
Funk and fusion a fly illusion
The combination of funk and fusion creates a cool illusion.
Keeps ya coastin' on the rhythm ya cruisin'
The music keeps you coasting on the rhythm you're cruising on.
Up down round and round, rhymes profound
The rhymes are profound and they take you up, down, round, and round.
But nevertheless you've got to get down
Despite everything happening, you still have to get down and dance.
Fantasy freak through the beat so unique
Let your imagination run wild through the unique beat.
You move your feet and sweat from the beat
You dance and sweat to the beat of the music.
Back to the fact I'm the mack and I know that
Returning to the fact that I'm the top dog and I know it.
The way I kick the rhyme some will call me a poet
My way of delivering rhymes is so good, some might even consider me a poet.
Poem steady flowin', growin' showin' sights and sounds
My poem is flowing steady, growing, and showing various sights and sounds.
Caught in the groove in the tale I found
I'm caught up in the groove and the story I found in it.
Many tripped the tour upon the rhymes they saw
Many people were amazed by the rhymes they saw and stumbled upon my tour.
To an infinite height to the realm of the hardcore
To infinite heights and the ultimate destination of the hardcore fans.
Here we go off I take ya
Let's go, I'll take you on a musical journey.
Jump to the jam boogie woogie jam slam
Jump up and join in on the fun dance, the boogie woogie jam slam.
Bust the dialect I'm the man in command
I'm in control with my distinctive style of speaking.
Come flow with the sound of th mighty mic master
Join me and flow with the sound of the powerful microphone master.
Rhymin' on the mic I'll bring the suckers to disaster
Through my rhymes on the microphone, I'll bring the foolish ones to their downfall.
Bookout ducks but I still rock Nike
While others run away, I still wear my Nike shoes and rock the show.
With the razzle dazzle, a star I might be
With the flashy moves and catchy rhymes, I might become a star.
Scribble drabble scrabble on the microphone I babble
I talk rapidly and incoherently on the microphone like I'm scribbling drabble and scrabble.
As I fix the funky words into a puzzle
As I organize and piece together the funky words to create a puzzle-like masterpiece.
Yes yes yes on and on I flex
Yes, I keep going and going, continually flexing my skills on the microphone.
Get with the flow verbs manifest
Go with the flow and watch as the words manifest.
Feel the vibe from here to Asia
Feel the energy and vibe of the music from here to Asia.
Dip trip flip fantasia
Let your imagination run wild on a journey filled with dips, trips, flips, and fantasy.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: HERBIE HANCOCK, JERRY WILKENSON, MAL SIMPSON, RAHSAAN KELLY
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