Latin Lingo
Cypress Hill
The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com
Freak to the funk that no-one else is bringing Sen Dog with the funky bilingual Yeah that's the nombre, heard the homey Peace to Mellow and Frost en el deporte Sen Dog is not a kid or veterano I'm down, another proud hispano One of the many of the latin de este año And I got plenty for the Jennies tryin' to hound dog But wait, they're clownin' on me cause of my language I have to tell em straight up, its called Spanglish Now who's on the pinga the gringo Tryin' to get paid, from the funky bilingual Latin lingo baby (funky bilingual) funky bilingual Yeah, funky bilingual! Latin lingo baby (funky bilingual) funky bilingual It's the latin lingo! Cuando entro, when I come in, suckers fronted Me mira another bilingual from villa Vengo con un ejemplo, check the tempo Ah esta chingon el instrumento Ya oiste, como somos Yo no jodo, I gots the soul dose And you can hear it, en las congas Tribal ceremony as the Hill gets stronger Don't be such a leva, what u got for la cabeza? Hey homes, pass the cerveza Before I have to go and push up on your esa Hhhmm she's fine, son que fresca Here homes have a hit of this yesca Di yo enseño the leño lo prendo Now you know, that I am in the centro Where you live, si tu puedes Nowadays you ain't shit without your cohetes Something like it's gangbang, vatos quieren BANG BANG! Could of hung out with them now you callin' me a insane Salte de mi cara, sal de mi camino Make way, for the the funky bilingual Latin lingo baby (funky bilingual) funky bilingual Funky bilinguals ho! Latin lingo baby (funky bilingual) funky bilingual It's the latin lingo, baby! Latin lingo baby (funky bilingual) funky bilingual Funky bilingual Some of that old Latin funk, knowhatI'msayin? (What's up homey? Don't you know me?) Simon! (Ain't you the brother of the mas pingon?) Straight up And I'm down with La Raza Kid Frost got my back, BOO-YAA! in la casa 'Cause everyday things get a little crazier As I step to the microphone area First I claim my city, puro Los Angeles Yeah (you know homes) that's where the calles is Vato wouldn't know me, along with the heinas Catchin' all them slippin', for they such a one-timer So when you see me at the party or the baile Before I got here I was gaffled in the calle Troop like a gabacho who said I was borracho Had an attitude, tried to play me macho Just relax, calmado mijo Sen Dog with the funky bilingual Latin lingo baby, funky bilingual Funky bilingual Latin lingo baby, funky bilingual Funky bilingual Latin lingo baby, funky bilingual Funky bilingual funky baby!
Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer
Written by: Larry Muggerud, Louis M. Freeze, Michael Van Olden, Senen Reyes
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
10 facts about this song
Album Origin"Latin Lingo" is a track from Cypress Hill's self-titled debut album, which was released in 1991.
|
Language DiversityThis song stands out in their album as it incorporates both English and Spanish lyrics, showcasing the group's bilingual abilities and cultural background.
|
Genre Switch"Latin Lingo" is a fusion of hip-hop with Latin influences, a combination not commonly seen in the mainstream music industry at the time.
|
Cultural RepresentationThe song played a significant role in representing and giving voice to the Latinx community in the US, which was underrepresented in hip-hop at the time.
|
Influence Indicator"Latin Lingo" revealed the Hispanic influence in hip-hop way before the rise of Latin pop in the late 90s.
|
Chart PerformanceEven though "Latin Lingo" wasn't one of the highest-charting songs on the album, it still holds significant cultural importance due to its unique blending of hip-hop with Latin sounds and bilingual lyrics.
|
Sample Usage"Latin Lingo" samples the song "Nautilus" by Bob James, a frequently sampled jazz track in hip hop music.
|
Music VideoThe music video for "Latin Lingo" is known for its raw, gritty depiction of street and gang life, reflecting the reality of many Latinx communities in the US at the time.
|
Original MembersB-Real and Sen Dog, original members of Cypress Hill, perform the English and Spanish verses respectively in "Latin Lingo".
|
LegacyThe song "Latin Lingo" has influenced many bilingual artists and helped pave the way for the popularity of Latin-influenced hip-hop and pop in later years.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Latin Lingo Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 14 May 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/9572335/Cypress+Hill/Latin+Lingo>.
Discuss the Latin Lingo Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In