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[Intro] ''Now I want everybody to clap your hands in this place Come on!'' Yeahhh, tell me something good, baby... 'Cause I sho' got something good for you I wanna bring to you... (Yeah!) My nigga... J Dilla.....one of the most slept on (Okay!) Patta Tay, Patta Tay.... I'mma sign yo pitty on the runney kine And pass it to my man [Verse 1: J Dilla] Holla! Get it–poppin' off, from the bottles to the collars Clap hands, nigga Get live with it, party with your mans, nigga Uh – it's thee official! Hands in the air, let me see the wrist glow Turn me up another notch in your system You say you want the hot shit? Then listen Madlib–and Jay Dee-zy Doin' it, like we doing it for TV And you don't wanna change the dial World premiere, niggas – rearrange your styles Shoulda never been allowed in the game – all y'all fake gangsters out We "Shut It Down" like the Enemy I know all my real niggas feeling me [Chorus] Official Time for some real niggas in the game It's thee official (Official?) Who let Mad and Dilla in the gate? It's thee official (Official?) Bringin' that shit, since back in the days It's thee official (Official?) Official (Official) Official! (Turn it up!) (Official?) Official (Official) Official [Verse 2: J Dilla] Oh-kay! Out with the old and in with the new shit Quick to tighten the faces Niggas catch cases of loose lips Shut'tit up, shut'tit up! Or see some real live niggas nuttin' up And I don't be around the way Like I used to, I don't have time these days I'm keeping busy, making power moves I don't fuck with them coward dudes I keeps it bouncing When the peons wanna wish for death, I'm C. Bronson It's whatever, its however you like Think a nigga trying to move ahead of you, then you right (Uh!) We gon take this back, nigga You already know, Jay spit that – official [Chorus] It's official! Time for some real niggas in the game It's thee official (Official?) Who let Mad and Dilla in the gate? It's thee official (Official?) Bringin' that shit, since back in the days It's thee official (Official?) Official (Brrrand new! Uh!) (Official) Official! (Official?!) Official! (Official) Official (Official?) Hut! [Outro] Hut two, hut three Official (Hut! Hut! Hut! Hut! Hut! Hut! Ohhh) Official (Hut! Hut! Hut! Hut! Hut! Hut! Uh!) [Skit] "Are you interested in a career that Involves money, fame, cars, jewelery, and all sorts of ghetto fabulous items? Well, come to Dilla's School of Performing Acts! Dilla's School of Performing Acts has a lot to offer you Yes, here, you can get 'that Jay Dee sound' Featured on blockbuster artists such as Busta Rhymes, Common, Erykah Badu, and many more! Your 'Soulquarian' future is right around the corner! To get more info, call Dilla's School of Performing Acts At 1-888-GETDEEZ-NUTZ That's 1-888-GETDEEZ-NUTZ"
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Meaning of "The Official" by Jaylib
This track throws a party, declaring itself "the official" arrival of something real and potent in the music scene. The intro immediately sets a celebratory, hands-in-the-air vibe, calling for everyone to get live and acknowledge the presence of J Dilla and Madlib. It's a bold statement of intent, positioning them as legitimate forces ready to shake things up. The repeated call to "clap hands" and "get live" builds an infectious energy, making the listener feel like they're part of this exclusive, groundbreaking moment. The core tension lies in the assertion of authenticity against perceived fakes. The lyrics draw a sharp line between "real niggas" and "fake gangsters," suggesting that the music world is overrun with imposters. J Dilla explicitly calls out those who "shoulda never been allowed in the game," positioning himself and Madlib as the genuine article. This isn't just about good music; it's about reclaiming a space for true artistry and skill, demanding recognition for their unique sound and established credibility. The craft hinges on repetition and direct address, reinforcing their dominance. The word "official" is hammered home, becoming a mantra that solidifies their status. Phrases like "It's thee official!" and the rhetorical question "Who let Mad and Dilla in the gate?" serve to both announce and challenge, daring anyone to question their right to be there. The lyrics also employ a sense of urgency and exclusivity, with lines like "rearrange your styles" and the boast of "making power moves," signaling a shift in the landscape that's already in motion. What makes these lyrics hit so hard is their unadulterated confidence and the raw energy they project. It's a declaration of self-worth and artistic supremacy, delivered with a swagger that's hard to ignore. The direct, confrontational language and the relentless affirmation of their "official" status create an undeniable sense of arrival. The track doesn't just play music; it embodies the spirit of a triumphant entry, making the listener feel the weight and excitement of something truly legitimate taking hold.
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- Madlib
- J Dilla