Hot Toddy
Usher (ft. Jay-Z & Ester Dean) Lyrics


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They call me King Hov, copy?
They call me King Hov, copy?
They call me King Hov, copy?

I'm like "Woah Kemosabe"
Your body is my hobby
We freaking this ain't cheating as long as we don't tell nobody
Tell your girls you leaving, I'll meet you in the lobby
I'm so cold yeah I need that hot toddy
Hot toddy, hot toddy

I see you like it tough
I hear you baby
Claiming you a bad bitch
Show me baby
I'm a wild boy you tryin'a tame me baby
The way I get it from the house
Can you keep me faithful
Got a lot of girls
Got a lot of flava'
That's why when I hit em they want me to return the favor
Girl I hear what you sayin'
But hear it babe
That you be whippin' to the point where I'm screaming your name

Said that I'm tryin'a get your clothes off
From what I'm seeing you look so soft
Its your braggin' what I'm going off
Say you gon' ride, a'ight just don't fall off
Yeah I done had a lot of women that tell me what they do
But can you show me babe
Yeah you got me right

I'm a choosy lover
I pick 'em up
Talk a lot of, I hope its good as you putting out
Yeah you fancy huh
I'm tryin'a pull you out
I see there's a lot of girls standing round
She say

You think you're the best
And I only want the best

I'm like "Woah Kemosabe"
Your body is my hobby
We freaking this ain't cheating as long as we don't tell nobody
Tell your girls you leaving, I'll meet you in the lobby
I'm so cold yeah I need that hot toddy
Hot toddy, hot toddy

I'm like "Woah Kemosabe"
Your body is my hobby
We freaking this ain't cheating as long as we don't tell nobody
Tell your girls you leaving, I'll meet you in the lobby
I'm so cold yeah I need that hot toddy
Hot toddy, hot toddy

I'm so cold, I'm so cold, I'm so cold

They call me King Hov, copy?
They call me King Hov, copy?
They call me King Hov, copy? copy? copy?
They call me King Hov, copy?
Big ballin' is my hobby
So much so they think I'm down with the Illuminati
My watch do illuminate
My pockets are knotty
But I'm God body
Ya better ask somebody
I was born a God
I made myself a king
Which means I downgraded to a human being
You was born a Goddess I made you my queen
Which mean we upgraded to Louis the thirteen
Hot toddy her body like cognac
Her momma like earth tea
We birthed a couple of sacks
And as the tea steeped I creeped all in her teepee
We did it Indian style had the girls speaking in tongues
She like young, you hung
What you done done
Stop it before you wake up my mom, I might (ah)
And now that I've arrived it's time that I go
I'm so cold, I'm so cold

I'm like "Woah Kemosabe"
Your body is my hobby
We freaking this ain't cheating as long as we don't tell nobody
Tell your girls you leaving, I'll meet you in the lobby




I'm so cold yeah I need that hot toddy
Hot toddy, hot toddy

Overall Meaning

The song Hot Toddy by Usher (ft. Jay-Z & Ester Dean) is a seductive ballad about two individuals in a secret relationship. The lyrics highlight the importance of discretion and secrecy in their relationship. The song title Hot Toddy is a reference to a warm alcoholic drink that is usually consumed to alleviate cold symptoms. Usher's reference to the drink serves as a metaphorical representation of his need for warmth and intimacy.


The opening lines of the song are delivered by Jay-Z, reaffirming his status as a king ("They call me King Hov"), while Usher's falsetto vocals describe his infatuation with his partner. The lyrics allude to a physical relationship that is kept behind closed doors and not disclosed to anyone else. The chorus features Usher repeating "I'm so cold yeah I need that hot toddy" which emphasizes his desire for warmth and affection in his life.


The song's lyrics describe a playful dynamic between the two individuals, with Usher asking his partner to leave her friends and meet him in the hotel lobby. The remainder of the song features Jay-Z's rap verses and Usher's smooth crooning, creating a sensual and intimate atmosphere.


Overall, Hot Toddy is a sensual and romantic song that emphasizes the importance of intimacy while also exploring the theme of secrecy.


Line by Line Meaning

They call me King Hov, copy?
As a wealthy and successful rapper, people call me King Jay-Z, do you understand?


I'm like "Woah Kemosabe"
I am surprised and impressed with what I am experiencing right now.


Your body is my hobby
I am really enjoying being intimate with you.


We freaking this ain't cheating as long as we don't tell nobody
What we are doing together is not considered cheating as long as we keep it confidential between us.


Tell your girls you leaving, I'll meet you in the lobby
Let your friends know that you are leaving, and I will be waiting for you in the lobby.


I'm so cold yeah I need that hot toddy
I am so cool and collected, but I still need that warm and comforting drink called a hot toddy.


I see you like it tough
I notice that you prefer rough physical activities.


Claiming you a bad bitch, show me baby
You are saying that you are confident and sexually skilled, so prove it to me.


I'm a wild boy you tryin'a tame me baby
I have a rebellious nature, but you are trying to control me.


The way I get it from the house, can you keep me faithful
I have a lot of sexual partners, can you keep me from being unfaithful?


Got a lot of girls, got a lot of flava'
I have many women in my life, and they all have unique characteristics.


That's why when I hit em they want me to return the favor
I am skilled in bed, and my partners often request that I reciprocate their pleasure.


Girl I hear what you sayin', but hear it babe
I am listening to what you are saying, but let me respond.


Said that I'm tryin'a get your clothes off
I am attempting to remove your clothing.


From what I'm seeing you look so soft
I notice that your body is soft and delicate.


Its your braggin' what I'm going off
Your confidence and boasting have caught my attention.


Say you gon' ride, a'ight just don't fall off
You are saying that you can handle me, but don't get hurt in the process.


Yeah I done had a lot of women that tell me what they do
I have been with many women who have told me about their sexual abilities.


But can you show me babe, yeah you got me right
But can you demonstrate your skills to me? Yes, you have my attention.


I'm a choosy lover, I pick 'em up
I am selective when it comes to my sexual partners.


Talk a lot of, I hope its good as you putting out
You talk a lot about your abilities, I hope that you can actually deliver.


Yeah you fancy huh, I'm tryin'a pull you out
You seem high-class, but I am trying to convince you to let loose.


I see there's a lot of girls standing round, she say
I am aware that there are many women here, and one of them says...


You think you're the best, and I only want the best
You believe that you are the best, and I only desire the best.


Big ballin' is my hobby
I am wealthy and enjoy living a luxurious lifestyle.


So much so they think I'm down with the Illuminati
I am so rich that people accuse me of being in a secret society known as the Illuminati.


My watch do illuminate
My expensive watch has a feature where it lights up the time.


My pockets are knotty
I have a lot of money in my pockets.


But I'm God body, ya better ask somebody
I am proud of my physique and consider myself divine, ask anyone.


I was born a God, I made myself a king
I see myself as a divine being, but I have elevated myself to a position of power.


Which means I downgraded to a human being
Although I consider myself special, I understand that ultimately I am just a mortal.


You was born a Goddess I made you my queen
You are naturally beautiful and special to me, so I have crowned you my partner.


Which mean we upgraded to Louis the thirteen
Together, we have gained wealth and status, like owning a expensive brand like Louis XIII.


Hot toddy her body like cognac
Her body is as smooth and warming as a cup of cognac.


Her momma like earth tea
Her mother is very calming and nurturing, like a cup of herbal tea.


We birthed a couple of sacks
We have had a few children together.


And as the tea steeped I creeped all in her teepee
As we spent time together, I slowly became more intimate with her.


We did it Indian style had the girls speaking in tongues
We had sex in a way that is traditionally associated with Native American culture, and it was so intense that she was not able to speak coherently afterward.


She like young, you hung
She seems to enjoy my youth and physical endowment.


What you done done, stop it before you wake up my mom, I might (ah)
What do you plan on doing now? Be quiet so that you don't wake my mother up, because I may just have sex with you again.


And now that I've arrived it's time that I go
I have achieved much in my life, but it is now time for me to leave.


I'm so cold, I'm so cold
I am detached and emotionless.


Hot toddy, hot toddy
I really desire that warm and comforting drink called a hot toddy.


Repeated "They call me King Hov, copy?"
Reiterating that people call me King Jay-Z as a way to assert my power and success.


Repeated "I'm like \"Woah Kemosabe\""
Reiterating that I am surprised and impressed with what is happening.


Repeated "Your body is my hobby"
Reiterating that I am really enjoying being intimate with this person's body.


Repeated "We freaking this ain't cheating as long as we don't tell nobody"
Reiterating that what we are doing together is not considered cheating as long as we keep it secret.


Repeated "Tell your girls you leaving, I'll meet you in the lobby"
Reiterating the plan for the other person to notify their friends and meet me in the lobby.


Repeated "I'm so cold yeah I need that hot toddy"
Reiterating that I am cool and collected, but I would still really like that comforting drink.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CHRISTOPHER MARTIN, SHAWN CARTER

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Comments from YouTube:

@relldafox

He should've performed this at the Super bowl instead of My Boo 🗑️🚮🦝

@seanjones4343

I said the same thing

@relldafox

@@seanjones4343 some real at the Superbowl intimidation for the players

@fernandovargas2340

That's a fact

@qpeterx

Ester Dean's echoing voice is probably my favorite part of the song.

@gregthomas3137

Jay BODIED this...unfair. the song was fuego from that beat and Usher was crushing it then Jay...sheesh!

@averyphillips8782

Greg Thomas truth 👏

@Juwellz18

Jay Z killed this song...That dude said and now that you arrived I must go...He is sick for that one.

@cappytv8277

Jayz

@DSKULLIST

This song is being hella slept on! The beat alone should make this song reach a hundred million views already

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