Shimmy Shimmy Ya
Wu‐Tang Clan Lyrics
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Yeah baby I like it raw
Oh baby I like it raw
Yeah baby I like it raw
Shimmy shimmy ya shimmy yam shimmy ya
Gimme the mic so I can take it away
Off on a natural charge bon-voyage
Wu-Tang killer bees on a swarm
Rain on your college-ass disco dorm
For you to even touch my skill
You gotta put the one killer bee and he ain't gonna kill
Now chop that down, pass it all around
Lyrics get hard quick cement to the ground
For any emcee in any fifty two states
I get psycho, killer, Norman Bates
My producer slam my flow is like bam
Jump on stage ah then I dip down (I like the way you talk)
Oh baby I like it raw
Yeah baby I like it raw
Oh baby I like it raw
Yeah baby I like it raw
Oh baby I like it raw
Yeah baby I like it raw
Oh baby I like it raw
Yeah baby I like it raw
Shimmy shimmy ya shimmy yam shimmy ya
Gimme the mic so I can take it away
Off on a natural charge bon-voyage
Yeah from the home of the Dodger Brooklyn squad
Wu-Tang killer bees on a swarm
Rain on your college-ass disco dorm
For you to even touch my skill
You gotta put the one killer bee and he ain't gonna kill
Now chop that down, pass it all around
Lyrics get hard quick cement to the ground
For any emcee in any fifty two states
I get psycho, killer, Norman Bates
My producer slam my flow is like bam
Jump on stage ah then I dip down (I like the way you talk)
Shimmy shimmy ya shimmy yam shimmy ya
Shimmy shimmy ya shimmy yam shimmy ya
Shimmy shimmy ya shimmy yam shimmy ya
Gimme the mic so I can take it away
The Wu-Tang Clan's song Shimmy Shimmy Ya is a hard-hitting hip-hop track that is all about unleashing raw, unbridled energy. The verses are packed with imagery and metaphors, and the chorus repeats the simple phrase "Oh baby I like it raw" over and over, emphasizing the powerful, primal energy that the song is meant to convey.
The opening lines of the song set the tone for the rest of the track: "Oh baby I like it raw / Yeah baby I like it raw." These lines can be interpreted in a number of different ways, but most likely they are meant to convey a sense of excitement and intensity, as if the singer is getting ready for something wild and uncontainable.
The verses of the song are grounded in classic hip-hop themes: the Wu-Tang Clan's Brooklyn roots, their lyrical skill and prowess, and their ability to dominate any stage they step onto. Some of the references may be lost on listeners who aren't familiar with the group's history or slang, but the overall effect is one of intense energy and controlled chaos.
Overall, Shimmy Shimmy Ya is a classic hip-hop track that showcases the Wu-Tang Clan's raw storytelling skills and unbridled energy. The repeated chorus and driving beat make it a perfect song to blast on a night out or in the car, and the vivid imagery and metaphors give it depth and meaning that rewards careful listening.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh baby I like it raw
I enjoy things in their natural state
Yeah baby I like it raw
Yes, I really do prefer things in their natural form
Oh baby I like it raw
Once again, I must profess my admiration for things in their unprocessed state
Yeah baby I like it raw
Yes, indeed, I really do enjoy things in their original form
Shimmy shimmy ya shimmy yam shimmy ya
I’m having so much fun, I can’t help but shake my body
Gimme the mic so I can take it away
I am asking for the microphone so I can perform and captivate the audience
Off on a natural charge bon-voyage
I am embarking on an organic journey, ready to captivate my audience with my natural talent
Yeah from the home of the Dodger Brooklyn squad
I hail from Brooklyn, home of the famous baseball team the Dodgers
Wu-Tang killer bees on a swarm
The Wu-Tang Clan is on the move, like a swarm of lethal bees
Rain on your college-ass disco dorm
We will conquer any parties, specifically those in college dorms or discos
For you to even touch my skill
To be on my level of artistry, you must exceed even the best out there
You gotta put the one killer bee and he ain't gonna kill
Even the toughest competition still cannot outdo me
Now chop that down, pass it all around
Spread the word about how great I am
Lyrics get hard quick cement to the ground
My words are so powerful, they are unshakeable, like cement
For any emcee in any fifty two states
I am the best rapper no matter where you go in the United States
I get psycho, killer, Norman Bates
I can be just as terrifying as fictional killer Norman Bates
My producer slam my flow is like bam
My producer is amazing and my rapping is strong as a bang
Jump on stage ah then I dip down (I like the way you talk)
I jump onto the performance stage and soon afterwards, leave in a thrill (I like how you talk)
Shimmy shimmy ya shimmy yam shimmy ya
Once again, I am shaking my body and having a good time
Shimmy shimmy ya shimmy yam shimmy ya
I can’t help but shake some more
Shimmy shimmy ya shimmy yam shimmy ya
I'm still shimmying, enjoying myself thoroughly
Gimme the mic so I can take it away
Hand over the microphone! I am ready to perform and captivate my audience
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RUSSELL JONES, ROBERT DIGGS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@killval849
His erratic, borderline psychotic, balls to the wall tone, rhythm, and flow were untouchable. Wu Tang was never the same after he died.
@maximillionbelafonte8905
Best comment ever.
@eriktarte2743
RIP ODB
@robertma5424
I think part of it was the fact he was shitfaced recording this album lol.
@simomilosic7345
@Killval they were like family and when one member is gone there is nothing like it was before.
@rodneywelch4203
If you notice wu tang sort of dwindled a little when dirty passed
@jonathanblackmore822
In February 1998, Ol' Dirty Bastard witnessed a car accident from the window of his Brooklyn recording studio. He and a friend ran to the accident scene and organized about a dozen onlookers, who assisted in lifting the 1996 Ford Mustang—rescuing a 4-year-old girl from the wreckage. She was taken to a hospital with first and second-degree burns. Using a false name, Ol' Dirty Bastard visited the girl in the hospital frequently until he was spotted by members of the media.
@KingLich451
Wow, nice.
@j4ever41
yep true story
@Erik-vp5bm
This story was so secret that we all knew about it right after it happened. :)