The Potion
Ludacris
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What up aye shawty what it is What up aye shawty what it is What up aye shawty what it is Lil Buddy whatcha want Some violent shit 2 stepping laid back still wildin' shit What up Aye baby I got the potion Take a sip of this and put yo back in motion Man I'm like a needle in a haystack so face that goin back To the drawing board connect dots But can't trace that Matter fact erase that cause I'm this late track Get ya face slapped and I'm Straight so don't taste that try somthin Different and shit I'm listenin and shit Speaking about What hip-hop missin and shit I'm bout to feel a void Ludacris born in illinois Raised in Atlanta Taught hamma since I was a little boy Ain't nobody like me So they want to bite me fight me step To me now but it ain't like me People swear they sike me Just cause he's light-skinded with braids in His hair don't mean that nigga look like me Trick getcha mind right livin in a limelight So Picture what they'll do for my jimmy and a kondike Bar Bar hardy hard tell yo mama I'ma ghetto Superstar Lil Buddy whatcha want Some violent shit 2 stepping laid back still wildin' shit What up Aye baby I got the potion Take a sip of this and put yo back in motion Only standin 5'8 I make but still a bigshot Plus I gotta big Clean everyday stay fresher than what's in A ziploc Tell yo man to kick rocks When I make my pit stops I'm in then its hard to get me out Like imma slipknot Born to be a leader and not no not a follower Only hang wit chicks that got mo Twist than Oliver Not much of a hollower Would I like to borrow her lips Bringing out the best In me specially if she's a swallower Freaky-deaky yellow man To all the lovely ladies that like to Jiggle like jello man Bigger booty small waist Put'me in a small place And if it ain't no ass Where I'm at then I'm in the wrong place Bells like a bondsman But keep'em dancin Like Bob Johnson who da hell is that in that fancy car Tell yo mama I'ma ghetto superstar Lil Buddy whatcha want Some violent shit 2 stepping laid back still wildin' shit What up Aye baby I got the potion Take a sip of this and put yo back in motion Jump down turn around Pick a bell of cotton Jump down turn around Pick a bell of hay Oh Lordy pick a bell of cotton Oh Lordy Pick a bell of hay Jump down turn around Pick a bell of cotton Jump down turn around Pick a bell of hay Oh Lordy pick a bell of cotton Oh Lordy Pick a bell of hay Still working like a slave Learnin tricks in da trade In da ghetto state of mind till I'm rich and I'm paid Picking records Like cotton in the thick of the day Till I'm spoiled and I'm rotten in a sinister way Life no different than those of minimum wage Mo money but still locked in a similar cage Either losers of tomorrow Now just that and there's Really nothing missing to say but Lil Buddy whatcha want Some violent shit 2 stepping laid back still wildin' shit What up Aye baby I got the potion Take a sip of this and put yo back in motion
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Written by: Timothy Mosley, Christopher Bridges
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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14 facts about this song
Artist Information"The Potion" is performed by the American rapper Christopher Brian Bridges, better known by his stage name Ludacris.
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Released YearThe song was released in the year 2004.
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Album IntroductionThe song is from Ludacris's fifth studio album, "The Red Light District."
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ProductionThe song was produced by the duo The Neptunes, consisting of Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo.
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Song Genre"The Potion" falls under the genre of southern hip hop.
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Song InspirationLudacris was inspired to write "The Potion" due to his fascination with the ancient Asian culture.
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Music VideoThe music video for "The Potion" involves an interesting kung-fu theme where Ludacris is portrayed as a martial arts master.
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Dance RoutineThis song was famously used for hip-hop dance routines due to its strong, rhythmic beats.
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Chart RankingDespite not being released as a single, "The Potion” was still featured on the Billboard charts in 2005.
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Public ReactionThe song received mixed reviews from the audience and critics, but it's still considered as a classic till date in the hip-hop community due to its unique sound.
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Song SamplesIn the song's production, The Neptunes included various sampling techniques, speaking volumes for their creativity and innovation in the music industry.
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Evolution of ArtistWith “The Potion”, Ludacris started to show a more mature and diverse approach in his music, moving away from his customary humorous and playful style in previous works.
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Iconic LyricsLyrics like "I'm so far ahead of my time, I'm 'bout to start another life" have been referenced by many hip-hop enthusiasts and later music artists, underlining Ludacris's influence in the genre.
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Cultural InfluenceThe song has been featured in several media including movies and video games, demonstrating Ludacris's substantial societal influence.
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