Are You Ready
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Pum, pump, let me see you jump
Shake your rump, push it real good
Break it down with the funk
One love, like the LB say, right, right
Music makes us high
But you've been given shade
'Cause I stay paid, sippin' lemonade
Diva-hatin' waitin' snake in the grass
Look me up and down when I pass, just keep the ass
Vibin' with your girlfriends
Jealous of my dividends and my Benz, and my ends
Like no other butter, smooth like cream
I keep in milky when I move on the scene
Got you fiending, on lock down, can't you tell?
Never fell, black queens doing it well
We be the crew that you wanna step to
Sisters with an attitude, now how my mic sounds?
My mic sound nice, check one check two
Everybody make way, party people coming through
Throw your hands up, put 'em up, bounce, hold steady
Are you ready?
My mic sound nice, check one check two
Everybody make way, party people coming through
Throw your hands up, put 'em up, bounce, hold steady
Are you ready?
We make you burn with the hot track
Spin and scratch the hot wax
So I could grab the microphone and climax
Bars stay lean and cream keep stacking
Dr. Suess cracking the beats with no slacking
So move with the groove, makes your knees weaker
Salt-N-Pepa coming through your speaker
Hot blazing, so amazing
Hundred-and-fifty proof raisin' the roof
Who got the juice now yeah, poppa
I'ma break you off something proper
Show stopper like Frankie Crocker
Female phenomenon, when you get off, then put me on
Miss Jiggy, hell yeah, huh, the bom digi
Microphone check one, 2, brand new coming through
You know how we do, stay on point like a needle
Who are you to judge like Ito?
Recognize Salt-N-Pep's stello
My mic sound nice, check one check two
Everybody make way, party people coming through
Throw your hands up, put 'em up, bounce, hold steady
Are you ready?
My mic sound nice, check one check two
Everybody make way, party people coming through
Throw your hands up, put 'em up, bounce, hold steady
Are you ready?
I'm about to make the whole world bounce
Make it freaky 'til you're drippin'
Salt-N-Peppa got me in the VI sippin'
On the dance floor, nonstop how we movin' in
Game so tight, lubrication couldn't loosen it
B.L.A.Q the bomb
Y'all know Chi-Ca, Chi-Co who matching my flow
Shake what your momma created until it hurt ya
Daddy came to freak it down and work ya what time is it?
P to the B to the P to the A
Lay my game down precise like every day
Display many styles for years I've been here
Iced out sex appeal I put your lights out
Pull your mics out, we rock the party
Freak your body, no need for a shottie
I'ma make you sweat all night, hold tight
All heads turn when I snatch the mic
Send the party into orbit
Coppin' drop tops 'cause I can afford it
Ain't nothing, party over here what you doing on the other side?
We came here to get live, take a ride
With the S and the P, hey, Pep MC
Shine every time just like the Lex be
You wanna test me, don't floss
We got the flow tha'll break you off
Decent, leave you locked like the precinct
How we get down worldwide
Everybody know about the sound
Let it pound in your system, one time
All up in your mind how we shine, genuine
My mic sound nice, check one check two
Everybody make way, party people coming through
Throw your hands up, put 'em up, bounce, hold steady
Are you ready?
My mic sound nice, check one check two
Everybody make way, party people coming through
Throw your hands up, put 'em up, bounce, hold steady
Are you ready?
My mic sound nice, check one check two
Everybody make way, party people coming through
Throw your hands up, put 'em up, bounce, hold steady
Are you ready?
My mic sound nice, check one check two
Everybody make way, party people coming through
Throw your hands up, put 'em up, bounce, hold steady
Are you ready?
Salt-N-Pepa's Are You Ready is an upbeat rap song with a funky rhythm that encourages people to dance and have a good time. The song begins by asking listeners if they are ready to jump and shake their rumps to the beat. The lyrics then discuss the jealousy and dislike the group receives from others because they stay paid and live a comfortable lifestyle. The song also highlights the group's talent and confidence, proclaiming that they are queens doing it well. The chorus encourages partygoers to throw their hands up, bounce and hold steady to the music. In the verses, Salt-N-Pepa raps about their skills on the microphone, the power of their flow, and how their music can make people move.
The song is a testament to Salt-N-Pepa's party-loving nature, with their lyrics always encouraging people to have fun and dance. It is reminiscent of the old-school hip hop that became popular in the 80s and 90s. The song is catchy and danceable and has become a staple in parties and events. The lyrics are simple and easy to follow, making it an excellent song for beginners who may be new to rap music.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you ready?
Asking if the listener is ready for the upcoming party.
Pum, pump, let me see you jump
Encouraging people to dance and jump.
Shake your rump, push it real good
Encouraging people to dance and move their body.
Break it down with the funk
Encouraging dancers to groove to the music.
One love, like the LB say, right, right
Promoting unity and peace.
Music makes us high
Stating that music creates an uplifting feeling.
But you've been given shade
Referencing the negative treatment the singer received.
'Cause I stay paid, sippin' lemonade
Suggesting that the singer is financially successful and enjoying a comfortable lifestyle.
Don't be mad 'cause I got it made
Challenging those who may be jealous.
Diva-hatin' waitin' snake in the grass
Referring to the negative people who may be plotting against the singer.
Look me up and down when I pass, just keep the ass
Ignoring negative comments or glances from haters.
Vibin' with your girlfriends
Enjoying the company of one's female friends.
Jealous of my dividends and my Benz, and my ends
Suggesting that others are envious of the singer's financial success and assets.
Like no other butter, smooth like cream
Describing a smooth style and demeanor.
I keep in milky when I move on the scene
Maintaining a smooth and cool presence when in public.
Got you fiending, on lock down, can't you tell?
Suggesting that people are drawn to the singer's style and personality.
Never fell, black queens doing it well
Acknowledging the strength and success of black women.
We be the crew that you wanna step to
Asserting that one's group is confident and powerful.
Sisters with an attitude, now how my mic sounds?
Asserting that the female group is both tough and talented.
My mic sound nice, check one check two
Testing the quality of the sound equipment.
Everybody make way, party people coming through
Announcing the arrival of partygoers.
Throw your hands up, put 'em up, bounce, hold steady
Encouraging partygoers to participate and dance.
We make you burn with the hot track
Claiming that the music is so good it ignites passion.
Spin and scratch the hot wax
Referring to the act of DJing and producing music.
So I could grab the microphone and climax
Explaining the process of building up energy and excitement until the singer finally takes the mic.
Bars stay lean and cream keep stacking
Referring to the quality and success of the group's music.
Dr. Suess cracking the beats with no slacking
Describing the cleverness and skill of the group's music production.
So move with the groove, makes your knees weaker
Encouraging listeners to dance and enjoy the music.
Salt-N-Pepa coming through your speaker
Introducing the group as the source of the music.
Hot blazing, so amazing
Describing the quality and excellence of the group's music.
Hundred-and-fifty proof raisin' the roof
Metaphorically raising the roof with energy and excitement.
Who got the juice now yeah, poppa
Asserting the group's dominance and ability to create amazing music.
I'ma break you off something proper
Promising to provide an exceptional musical experience.
Show stopper like Frankie Crocker
Comparing the group to a legendary and influential DJ.
Female phenomenon, when you get off, then put me on
Asserting the group's exceptional talent and ability to entertain.
Miss Jiggy, hell yeah, huh, the bom digi
Asserting the singer's cool and stylish presence.
Microphone check one, 2, brand new coming through
Testing the sound equipment and promoting the group's new music.
You know how we do, stay on point like a needle
Promising to remain focused and excellent.
Who are you to judge like Ito?
Challenging others who may be critical or judgmental.
Recognize Salt-N-Pep's stello
Asserting the group's exceptional talent and success.
I'm about to make the whole world bounce
Promising to energize the audience and create an exciting experience.
Make it freaky 'til you're drippin'
Encouraging listeners to dance in a sensual and arousing way.
Salt-N-Peppa got me in the VI sippin'
Describing a fun and luxurious lifestyle.
On the dance floor, nonstop how we movin' in
Describing the energetic and continuous dancing.
Game so tight, lubrication couldn't loosen it
Asserting the group's exceptional talent and skill.
B.L.A.Q the bomb
Referencing the group's exceptional talent and success.
Y'all know Chi-Ca, Chi-Co who matching my flow
Acknowledging others who may be skilled in the same way as the singer.
Shake what your momma created until it hurt ya
Encouraging listeners to dance in a fun and energetic way.
Daddy came to freak it down and work ya what time is it?
Describing the singer's intention to create an exciting experience.
P to the B to the P to the A
Referencing the singer's name and brand.
Lay my game down precise like every day
Asserting the singer's exceptional talent and skill.
Display many styles for years I've been here
Promoting the singer's longevity and exceptional talent.
Iced out sex appeal I put your lights out
Describing the singer's style and sex appeal.
Pull your mics out, we rock the party
Encouraging the audience to participate and enjoy the music.
Freak your body, no need for a shotty
Encouraging listeners to enjoy the music without violence.
I'ma make you sweat all night, hold tight
Promising to create an energetic and exciting experience.
All heads turn when I snatch the mic
Asserting the singer's exceptional talent and charisma.
Send the party into orbit
Promising to create an energetic and exciting experience.
Coppin' drop tops 'cause I can afford it
Describing a luxurious lifestyle.
Ain't nothing, party over here what you doing on the other side?
Asserting the excitement and energy of the singer's party.
We came here to get live, take a ride
Encouraging others to participate and enjoy the music and party.
With the S and the P, hey, Pep MC
Acknowledging the group's exceptional talent and MCs.
Shine every time just like the Lex be
Comparing the singer's talent and style to a luxurious vehicle.
You wanna test me, don't floss
Challenging others who may doubt the singer's talent and skill.
We got the flow tha'll break you off
Asserting the exceptional talent and skill of the group.
Decent, leave you locked like the precinct
Asserting the group's ability to create amazing music.
How we get down worldwide
Acknowledging the group's influence and success.
Everybody know about the sound
Asserting the group's exceptional talent and influence.
Let it pound in your system, one time
Encouraging listeners to enjoy the music.
All up in your mind how we shine, genuine
Expressing the exceptional talent and genuine quality of the singer and group.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, SPIRIT MUSIC ALPHA, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: AL WEST, RANDOLPH MULLER, SANDRA DENTON, RUFUS MOORE, CHAD ELLIOT, CHERYL JAMES
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