Skew It on the Bar-B

OutKast, Raekwon

About Skew It on the Bar-B

"Skew It on the Bar-B" is the 2nd single released from OutKast's 3rd studio album, Aquemini. The song features Raekwon. It failed to chart on the Billboard Hot 100. The song features 3 verses, by André 3000, Raekwon, and Big Boi, in order. Organized Noize produced the song.


Year:
1999
3:14
15 
#3

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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"
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"
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"
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"
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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OutKast

Outkast was an American hip hop duo formed in 1992 in East Point, Georgia, composed of Atlanta-based rappers André "André 3000" Benjamin and Antwan "Big Boi" Patton. more »

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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.
Collaborations
The song features Raekwon from Wu-Tang Clan, marking one of the few collaborations OutKast has done with artists not from the South.
Unique Title
The 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.
Lyrical Flamboyance
The 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.
Critical Reception
The 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.
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.
Cultural Impact
The 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.
Chart Performance
Although "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.
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.
Live Performances
Despite 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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