Say What You Want
Wu-Tang Clang Remix. ft. Texas Lyrics
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Sixteen men on a deadman's chest
Your host is heat, Mr. H-O-T
And I get ya get splashed with da Tec
Nobody go till da God say so
You got a second or mo'
To run for da door
Before I blow back off da Meth contact
Cook you down like that
And when I get that feeling (Yo, Yo)
I can no longer slide, I can no longer run no no no
And when I get that feeling (Yo, Yo)
I can no longer hide,
For it's no longer fun no no no(All day, every day)
Yeah, you can say what you want
But it won't change my mind
I'll feel the same, about you
And you can tell me your reasons
But it won't change my feelings
I'll feel the same, about you
See my pinky, see my thumb
See that kid with da pump shotgun
Mr. Meth hold da four most death
Cats is that wrong, songs too long
Mr. Bigmouth could that be trout
You need to diss out, ya style no doubt
Shaolinstra, to da Shaolin slum
Rum- Pom- Pom on my Shaolin drum... Yeah
And when I get that feeling (Yo, Yo)
I can no longer slide, I can no longer run no no no
And when I get that feeling (Yo, Yo)
I can no longer hide,
For it's no longer fun no no no(All day, every day)
Yeah, you can say what you want
But it won't change my mind
I'll feel the same, about you
And you can tell me your reasons
But it won't change my feelings
I'll feel the same, about you
Yeah, you can say what you want
But it won't change my mind
I'll feel the same, about you
And you can tell me your reasons
But it won't change my feelings
I'll feel the same, about you
I've said goodnight try to sleep tight
(M.M.: 1 time for ya crooked ear, 2 times for ya crooked ear)
Just dream of me
Go close your eyes cause I've closed mine
(M.M.: 3 times for ya crooked ear, 4 times for ya crooked ear)
When you dream of me
The lyrics of the Wu-Tang Clang Remix. ft. Texas's song Say What You Want, are a powerful reflection of the struggles of living in a society where violence and power are ingrained in the culture. The first verse references death and the constant threat of danger. The singer is surrounded by 16 men who appear to be dead, and the only source of power is through violence - represented by the Tec (a type of firearm). The reference to Meth signifies a connection to drugs and the dangerous underworld that surrounds them.
The chorus offers a moment of reflection and introspection. The singer is no longer able to hide or run from their feelings, as they are no longer fun. This suggests that the singer has reached a turning point in their life, where they are no longer able to ignore their emotions and are forced to confront them head-on. The repetition of the line, "Yeah, you can say what you want, but it won't change my mind," highlights a sense of strength and resilience, as the singer is able to stand up for themselves despite societal pressures.
The second verse references the Shaolin Temple, a symbol of martial arts and discipline. The pump shotgun is again referenced, bringing the theme of violence back to the forefront. Meth is once again mentioned, suggesting that drug use is intertwined with the violent culture. The reference to the Shaolin drum symbolizes a call to action and resistance, urging the listener to fight against the societal norms that have allowed for such violence and power to reign.
Overall, the lyrics showcase a complex and nuanced understanding of the intersection between violence, drugs, and societal norms. It implores the listener to resist and fight against such damaging circumstances, while also recognizing the emotional toll it takes on individuals.
Line by Line Meaning
As I walk in da shadow of death
I'm in a risky situation right now.
Sixteen men on a deadman's chest
I'm surrounded by a lot of people who are in the same situation as me.
Your host is heat, Mr. H-O-T
I'm a hot-headed person and people should be cautious around me.
And I get ya get splashed with da Tec
If you're not careful, I'll use my weapon against you.
Nobody go till da God say so
No one should leave without my permission.
You got a second or mo'
You have very little time to escape this situation.
To run for da door
I suggest you run as fast as you can towards the door.
Before I blow back off da Meth contact
Before I react to the effects of Meth.
You didn't know Stat
You were not aware of the risks involved.
Cook you down like that
I can easily take you down if you're not careful.
And when I get that feeling (Yo, Yo)
When I sense danger, I become more vigilant.
I can no longer slide, I can no longer run no no no
It's time to face the situation head-on.
And when I get that feeling (Yo, Yo)
When I sense danger, I become more vigilant.
I can no longer hide,
I can't avoid this situation anymore.
For it's no longer fun no no no(All day, every day)
This situation has gotten very serious and is no longer something to take lightly.
Yeah, you can say what you want
You're free to express your opinion.
But it won't change my mind
However, your opinion won't change how I feel.
I'll feel the same, about you
My feelings towards you will remain the same.
And you can tell me your reasons
You can explain yourself if you want to.
But it won't change my feelings
However, it won't make me feel any differently.
See my pinky, see my thumb
Take a look at the hand holding the gun.
See that kid with da pump shotgun
Notice the young person with the large gun.
Mr. Meth hold da four most death
I have control over the four most deadly weapons.
Cats is that wrong, songs too long
This situation is dragging on too long and it's not good for anyone involved.
Mr. Bigmouth could that be trout
Someone with a big mouth could be putting everyone in danger.
You need to diss out, ya style no doubt
You should leave and forget about this style of living.
Shaolinstra, to da Shaolin slum
I come from a dangerous and tough place.
Rum- Pom- Pom on my Shaolin drum... Yeah
I'm making noise on my drum to show I'm unafraid and ready for action.
I've said goodnight try to sleep tight
I'm saying goodbye and wishing you a peaceful sleep.
(M.M.: 1 time for ya crooked ear, 2 times for ya crooked ear)
I'm reminding you to listen carefully and pay attention.
Just dream of me
I hope I remain on your mind in a good way.
Go close your eyes cause I've closed mine
I'm going to sleep, so you should too.
(M.M.: 3 times for ya crooked ear, 4 times for ya crooked ear)
Again, I'm reminding you to listen closely.
When you dream of me
I hope you have good dreams about me.
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: CLIFFORD SMITH, JOHN MC ELHONE, ROBERT F DIGGS, SHARLEEN SPITERI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@user-nk3if8gp7t
This is still pure gold in 2024!
@The-Great-Brindian
This was and still is one of the coolest colabs' ever done. It just 'worked'. Brilliant even after all these years.
@robinlee9690
I agree,is perfect,my fav
@bhennstewart6489
Texas came out at wutang in Glasgow 2 nights ago it was quality ๐
@imy85
@@bhennstewart6489 Yesss, what a surprise! I was there too and I was like who is that? Googled the collab cos I was sure they'd worked together
@bhennstewart6489
@@imy85 luckily I had some how stumbled across her and method man singing together when I was younger so it made the collab even better
@EinarNikulasson
The 90s were a wild time in terms of music.
@mattuk56
I watched this live. yes I am that old.
@jamesjross
me too. I have a kid to this song... she's getting old
@pierre2740
Me too!!!!