Skew It on the Bar-B
OutKast
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Old school players to new school fools 'Kast keep it jumpin like kangaroos But skew it on the barbie we ain't tryin to lose Say "I be got, dammit they done changed the rules" The common denominator, the nigga numerator Never know who the hater, niggas cater to your ego I'm sorry like Atari whose the cousin to Coleco, Vision Caught a Rico, back on the street like Chico, DeBarge He large and got a 'Llac in the garage Few parts here and there, I declare hard, my lawd One at Clark, one at Spelman Both know each other and it's cool, you can tell when He step off in the party women jump for joy But all the wild niggas schemin' they gon' jump the boy For spittin' all that bourgeoise, my watch, my car I'm a star, I'd rather be a comet by far Old school players to new school fools 'Kast keep it jumpin like kangaroos But skew it on the barbie we ain't tryin to lose Say "I be got, dammit they done changed the rules" Deliver this through your audio, ghetto mafioso Grow hydro, then bag it up slow Price that, longevity suggest make moves slow Take time, grow eight, react nine, blow! Hydro slide raw like f*ck Ronaldo Fly ride though, shit lookin wild dope Then glide yo, flippin' the page, I go Watch five-oh, jump on my meat, ride slow Watch those, undercovers, cop those, rock those Glocks blows leave em baggy and collect spot grows Keep a watch froze, lean on the yacht and wash clothes Let the chop' blow, bag a half a block plot grows, what? Old school players to new school fools 'Kast keep it jumpin like kangaroos But skew it on the barbie we ain't tryin to lose Say "I be got, dammit they done changed the rules" Boi, I bust raps like D-boys bust gats, shit We the type of people that don't bury the axe Or the hatchet, everytime we see your link we snatch it Ridin round our hood talkin' that dumb shit, your cabbage Is cracked, like plumber's ass, and summer's grass I been in the game for a minute, seen some suckas like y'all passin Thinkin' you're light skinned, aight then, lil' boy why you frightened? The Dungeon Family gon' be here nigga so keep writing I gotta hit The Source, I need my other half a mic Because that Southerplayalisticadillacmuzik was a classic, right! College Park, East Point and Decatur they got my back, so We gon' keep on jammin and stabbin off in the track, ahh Think it's time to bungee but buddy we will be back And I'm fin' to put some D's on the 'Llac, know dat! Old school players to new school fools 'Kast keep it jumpin like kangaroos But skew it on the barbie we ain't tryin to lose Say "I be got, dammit they done changed the rules"
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Written by: Andre Benjamin, Antwan Patton, Corey Woods, Morton Stevens, Patrick Brown, Raymon Murray, Rico Wade
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Album Classification"Skew It on the Bar-B" is a track from OutKast's third studio album "Aquemini," which was released in 1998.
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CollaborationsThe song features Raekwon from Wu-Tang Clan, marking one of the few collaborations OutKast has done with artists not from the South.
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Unique TitleThe title "Skew It on the Bar-B" is a spin on "Screw it on the Bar-B," which is a Southern style of barbecuing and is a testament to Outkast's Atlanta heritage.
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Lyrical FlamboyanceThe lyrics of "Skew It on the Bar-B" are known for their rapid-fire delivery and sophisticated wordplay, often touching on social issues and philosophical ideas.
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Critical ReceptionThe song is widely celebrated for its innovative lyricism and beats, showcasing OutKast's ability to stay true to their Southern roots while pushing the boundaries of hip-hop.
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Influence on the Music Industry"Skew It on the Bar-B" is often credited as helping to shift hip-hop away from its then-dominant gangsta ethos, paving the way for more introspective and eclectic rap music.
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Cultural ImpactThe song and its album "Aquemini" are widely regarded as seminal works in the Southern hip-hop genre, influencing a generation of rappers from the South.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough "Skew It on the Bar-B" was not released as a single, "Aquemini" peaked at number two on the Billboard 200 chart, signifying the song's role within a highly successful album.
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Sample Usage"Skew It on the Bar-B" uses a sample from the song "Monday, Monday" by the orchestral pop band The Mamas & the Papas.
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Live PerformancesDespite its popularity, "Skew It on the Bar-B" is rarely performed live, making it a unique treat for fans when it is included in a setlist.
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