Pop Ya Collar
Usher
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Hello everybody, huh Welcome today to the wonderful world of...you, he-heh Now check it, you have two options You can eat it or throw it away, heh See its a shame when you're working on doing well People hate you yeah Buying nothing that's not the best for yourself Then they really hate you yeah You gotta live for you and no one else Don't let 'em 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 then play hard (Dig that) And do what you wanna do (Dig that) Just pop ya 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 and my fellas You know you're doing cause they jealous (Pop, pop) And when they hate cause you're a go-getter (Pop, pop) Pop ya colla, don't let 'em sweat you (Pop) Hey ladies and my fellas You know you're doing cause they jealous (Pop, pop) And when they hate cause you're a go-getter (Pop, pop) Pop ya colla, don't let 'em sweat you (Pop) You can see me every week Hanging out with a different girl sitting next to me Cause I'm not up 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 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 gets the finger not the cellular phone (Never 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 year to fade, oh yea Hey ladies and my fellas You know you're doing cause they jealous (Pop, pop) And when they hate cause you're a go-getter (Pop, pop) Pop ya colla, don't let 'em sweat you (Pop) Hey ladies and my fellas You know you're doing cause they jealous (Pop, pop) And when they hate cause you're a go-getter (Pop, pop) Pop ya colla, don't let 'em sweat you (Pop) 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 my crown Because I eat good, I live good I rock good, my life's good If you got a lot and you're working for it Pop ya collar don't be afraid to show it Hey ladies and my fellas You know you're doing cause they jealous (Pop, pop) And when they hate cause you're a go-getter (Pop, pop) Pop ya colla, don't let 'em sweat you (Pop) Hey ladies and my fellas You know you're doing cause they jealous (Pop, pop) And when they hate cause you're a go-getter (Pop, pop) Pop ya colla, don't let 'em sweat you (Pop) Hey ladies and my fellas You know you're doing cause they jealous (Pop, pop) And when they hate cause you're a go-getter (Pop, pop) Pop ya colla, don't let 'em sweat you (Pop) Hey ladies and my fellas You know you're doing cause they jealous (Pop, pop) And when they hate cause you're a go-getter (Pop, pop) Pop ya colla, don't let 'em sweat you (Pop)
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Written by: Kandi Burruss, Kevin Jerome Briggs, Usher Raymond
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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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.
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Album ReleaseDespite 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.
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Single Release"Pop Ya Collar" was released as a standalone single in the United States on October 17, 2000.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number 60 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 14 on Billboard’s Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs.
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International Success"Pop Ya Collar" enjoyed major success in the United Kingdom where it debuted at number two on the UK Singles Chart.
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Songwriters and ProducersThe 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.
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Song ThemeLyrically, "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'.
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Music VideoA music video was also produced for the song, directed by Chris Robinson, showcasing Usher's dancing and singing skills in a high-energy performance.
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Album LeaksThe 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.
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Impact on CareerDespite 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.
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Award NominationUsher's performance of "Pop Ya Collar" at the 2001 MTV Video Music Awards was nominated for "Best Dance Video" but didn't win.
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Remix VersionsSeveral remix versions of "Pop Ya Collar" were also released, expanding the song's presence in club scenes.
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