Breathe and Stop
Q-Tip
The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com
Get up Come on A hard time if your motion is still Let me move some things around because the lyrics is ill Abstract, you know my stiggidy in here (yeah) Niggaz get on and swear it's they fucking year But yo your girl just moved To the joint in the club, in the car if it groove Broad look, the movement is on Mild mannered mami's in Victoria thongs, uh I give my rhyme a bless Guaranteed to make it right if your night is a bust (yeah yeah) You Vivrant and you fresh and all Original to say the least and you've impressed Kamal (come on) Rappers start then they stall Finding it very hard to make it over the wall Hey, get your weight up, my motto you heard? And I grown a deaf ear to felonious words, uh So girls move it around If you see your main dog give a brother a pound And just Breathe and Stop, for real and give it what you got, and just Breathe and Stop, for real and give it what you got Give it what you got, give it what you got If you on the block then give it what you got A thug, a thrill, you as mean as the eyes (say word) I want to feel you, them big ass thighs Your Prada dress or your Gucci bag With the Polo jeans over doobi-bag, uh Yo hold the door alright? We coming through, Tribe beef, hold it down for the night Big Moon got the fifth D-Lyfe he got the deally and girl you got the gif (yeah for real love) Turn it over the page Ushering all of y'all to a brand new age, where (yeah) Status really don't matter Everybody get right to the pitter the patter (come on0 Making moves, setting precedence Entering your residence, the whole scene is decadence And the feeling is true I'm seeing me and my crew, you seeing black and blue, uh (yeah) So let's go for the ride Strap yourself in tight and if you bonafied then just uh Breathe and Stop, for real and give it what you got, and just Breathe and Stop, for real and give it what you got Give it what you got, give it what you got If you on the block then give it what you got Dunn what what bring it, bring it A-bring it give it bring it give it Bring it give it bring it give it A-where we bring it to? Right here, right where? Right here, right where? Right here, right where? Right here, right where? Right here, right where? Right here, here here Right here, take it home home, take it home, right here Millennium, on your mind, are you running out of time? Hope you skipping every line because I'm getting mine Move it around a bit again Every block every town we starting a trend (for real for real) Eye to eye ma and toe to toe (toe to toe) Who concentrating on killing the show? Penetration is methodically slow Mountain high valley low gonna find the dough (yo for real for real) All my peoples, no matter the creed We gonna satisfy the urge and discover the need You feel, you feel the bite in this If you think I'm type real then invite me miss And let me say a rhyme in your ear Dancing close you the most and you fit in here (yeah) You feel the rhythm is right You know the spitting is tight You think you won't but I think you might, uh Breathe and Stop, for real and give it what you got, and just Breathe and Stop, for real and give it what you got Give it what you got, give it what you got If you on the block then give it what you got
Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer
0 fans
Written by: Gene Redd,, Roy Handy, Gene Jr. Redd, Cleveland Horne, Robert Bell, Ronald Bell, Robert Mickens, Dennis Thomas, Richard Westfield, George Brown, Claydes Smith, Kamaal Ibn Jonathan Davis Fareed, James Dewitt Yancey
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
10 facts about this song
Artist Background"Breathe and Stop" is a song by American rapper and record producer Q-Tip. Born as Jonathan William Davis, the artist later adopted the stage name Q-Tip, under which he has recorded many successful songs and albums. He is famously known as a member of the influential hip-hop group A Tribe Called Quest.
|
Album InformationThe song "Breathe and Stop" was featured on Q-Tip's debut solo album, "Amplified," released in 1999. The album was released under Arista Records and produced by Q-Tip and Jay Dee.
|
Song Genres"Breathe and Stop" falls into genres such as Hip Hop and Neo-Soul. It features Q-Tip's signature smooth, laid-back rap style combined with a catchy danceable rhythm.
|
Chart PerformanceThe song was successful in the US and international markets. It reached number 3 on the UK Singles Chart and peaked at number 71 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
|
Sampling"Breathe and Stop" heavily samples "N.T." a song by Kool & the Gang which was also released under the hip hop genre.
|
Notable PerformancesOne of the most notable performances of "Breathe and Stop" is from the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards, where Q-Tip performed the song live.
|
Music VideoThe music video for "Breathe and Stop" was directed by Hype Williams, one of the most sought-after music video directors in the hip-hop industry.
|
Critical ReceptionAlthough the "Amplified" album received mixed reviews from critics, "Breathe and Stop" was generally well-received, praised for its infectious rhythm, Q-Tip's lyrical prowess, and its overall catchy vibe.
|
LegacyDespite being released over 20 years ago, "Breathe and Stop" continues to be a popular song in Q-Tip's discography and is often played by DJs at parties and clubs thanks to its timeless rhythm and groove.
|
Record ProductionProduction of the track was handled by Q-Tip himself and Jay Dee, also known as J Dilla, who is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in hip-hop production.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Breathe and Stop Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 19 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/5158009/Q-Tip/Breathe+and+Stop>.
Powered by CITE.ME
Discuss the Breathe and Stop 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