Pop Ya Collar

Usher

About Pop Ya Collar

"Pop Ya Collar" is a single by American recording artist Usher, released on February 20, 2001. It was written by himself, Kevin "She'kspere" Briggs and Kandi Burruss. The song was produced for his third cancelled studio album All About U, the latter project was abandoned following the leak of the song and several other tracks onto online music store Napster, several months prior to its release of October 31, 2000. The song was instead later included onto some editions of his official third studio album 8701. It was released as a CD Single in the United States on February 20, 2001. "Pop Ya Collar" achieved moderate chart success. It peaked at number 60 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, remaining on the chart for seven weeks. The song reached its highest position on the UK Singles Chart at number two. "Pop Ya Collar" reached the top 40 in several other territories. 


Year:
2001
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Hello everybody
Welcome, today, to the wonderful world of you
Now, check it, you have two options:
You can eat it or throw it away

See, it's a shame that when you're working hard and doing well 
People hate you
Buying nothing else but the best for yourself
They really hate you
You gotta live for you and no one else
Don't let them make you feel
Like you're not being real
Just live how you wanna live
You gotta do for you

(Dig that)
If you work hard, play hard (dig that)
And do what you wanna do (dig that)
Just pop your collar, don't let what people say bother you (dig that)
You perpetrators, I got something to say (dig that)
You can eat it or throw it away (picture that)
You're just mad 'cause you're following in my trap
But can you dig that?

Hey, ladies (yeah)
Hey, fellas (yeah)
You know you're doing good 'cause they're jealous
They only hate you cause you're a go-getter
Pop your collar, don't let them sweat you
Hey, ladies (yeah)
Hey, fellas (yeah)
You know you're doing good 'cause they're jealous
They only hate you cause you're a go-getter
Pop your collar, don't let them sweat you

You can see me every week
Hanging out with a different girl sitting next to me
'Cause I'm not about to settle down right now
I gotta be free
Some of y'all fellas might be jealous
But y'all know that don't phase me
I just pop my collar, tip my hat
And turn my back on the ones that hated me

(Dig that)
Never going home alone (dig that)
If she follows, then you know it's on (dig that)
She use the pager, not the cellular phone (dig that)
I let her know I won't be around for long (dig that)
To all you haters, I got something to say (what's that?)
You can eat it or throw it away (picture that)
Stop hating, wishing, waiting
Anticipating for my heat to fade

Hey, ladies (yeah)
Hey, fellas (yeah)
You know you're doing good 'cause they're jealous
They only hate you cause you're a go-getter
Pop your collar, don't let them sweat you
Hey, ladies (yeah)
Hey, fellas (yeah)
You know you're doing good 'cause they're jealous
They only hate you 'cause you're a go-getter
Pop your collar, don't let them sweat you

I break my neck for the things I get
So much sweat, just so I can get that check
And I'm not gonna let nobody bring me down
Nobody's gonna steal the crown
Because I eat good, I live good
I rock good, my life good
If you got a lot and you're working for it
Pop your collar, don't be afraid to show it

Hey, ladies (yeah)
Hey, fellas (yeah)
You know you're doing good 'cause they're jealous
They only hate you 'cause you're a go-getter
Pop your collar, don't let them sweat you
Hey, ladies (yeah)
Hey, fellas (yeah)
You know you're doing good 'cause they're jealous
They only hate you 'cause you're a go-getter
Pop your collar, don't let them sweat you

Hey, ladies (yeah)
Hey, fellas (yeah)
You know you're doing good 'cause they're jealous
They only hate you 'cause you're a go-getter
Pop your collar, don't let them sweat you

Hey, ladies (yeah)
Hey, fellas (yeah)
You know you're doing good 'cause they're jealous
They only hate you 'cause you're a go-getter
Pop your collar, don't let them sweat you

Hey, ladies (yeah)
Hey, fellas (yeah)
You know you're doing good 'cause they're jealous
They only hate you 'cause you're a go-getter
Pop your collar, don't let them sweat you

Hey, ladies (yeah)
Hey, fellas (yeah)
You know you're doing good 'cause they're jealous
They only hate you 'cause you're a go-getter
Pop your collar, don't let them sweat you

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Usher

Usher Raymond IV (born October 14, 1978), who performs under the mononym Usher, is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, and actor. Usher rose to fame in the late 1990s with the release of his second album My Way, which spawned his first Billboard Hot 100 number-one hit, "Nice & Slow". The album has been certified 6-times platinum by the RIAA. His follow-up album, 8701, produced the Billboard Hot 100 number one hits "U Remind Me" and "U Got It Bad". The album has been certified 4-times platinum by the RIAA. more »

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12 facts about this song

Song Classification
"Pop Ya Collar" is a R&B (Rhythm and Blues) track characterized by Usher's smooth vocals and catchy beats.
Album Release
Despite being initially intended for his third studio album "All about U", the song was later included in Usher's fourth album "8701," released in 2001.
Single Release
"Pop Ya Collar" was released as a standalone single in the United States on October 17, 2000.
Chart Performance
The song reached number 60 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 14 on Billboard’s Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs.
International Success
"Pop Ya Collar" enjoyed major success in the United Kingdom where it debuted at number two on the UK Singles Chart.
Songwriters and Producers
The song was written by Usher himself, Kevin "She'kspere" Briggs, and Kandi Burruss. These three also produced the song along with Antonio "L.A." Reid.
Song Theme
Lyrically, "Pop Ya Collar" is about confidence and self-assurance, with a recurring theme of 'staying true to one's self in the face of adversity'.
Music Video
A music video was also produced for the song, directed by Chris Robinson, showcasing Usher's dancing and singing skills in a high-energy performance.
Album Leaks
The song’s early release was due to the full album "All About U" being leaked on the Internet. This forced the record label to release it earlier than planned.
Impact on Career
Despite its initial mixed response in the United States, the song solidified Usher's popularity in the United Kingdom and played a significant part in establishing his international fan base.
Award Nomination
Usher's performance of "Pop Ya Collar" at the 2001 MTV Video Music Awards was nominated for "Best Dance Video" but didn't win.
Remix Versions
Several remix versions of "Pop Ya Collar" were also released, expanding the song's presence in club scenes.

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