You're a Jerk

New Boyz

About You're a Jerk

"You're a Jerk" is a song by the duo New Boyz from their debut studio album Skinny Jeans and a Mic. It was produced by New Boyz member Legacy, and peaked at #24 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.


Year:
2009
3:11
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You're a jerk (x15)
You're a jerk, jerk, jerk, jerkin.
You're a jerk, jerk, jerk, jerkin.
You're a jerk, jerk, jerk, jerkin.
You're a jerk, jerk, jerk, jerkin.

Jeeerkk
I'm so cocky with it got my iced out clubs like rocky hit
Got your girl on my swagg she lovin them jerkin songs
Like the new ipod just touch it and turn her on
And when the bass start beatin and the waist I'm beatin
Done I got on my way I'm leavin she like where your goin I ain't got my shoes and purse I said it's none of your concern and she yelled (your a jerk! )So I walked out the door called Ben J. told him it's a function he said I'm on my way We pulled up to the party I take off my shirt and got geeked up everybody jerkin We was jerkin to the right jerkin to the left then she popped out of nowhere she was still half dressed She like fa real jerk you left me for this stuff the whole party heard her but all I could hear was

Wah wah wah wah (your a jerk)
Why you trippin I ain't even do nothin(your a jerk)
I'm a jerk you ain't neva lie
But aye do me a favor call me jerk one more time(your a jerk! )
I know
Your a jerk! (I know) [x6]
Jerk jerk jerk (jerkin)
Jerk jerk jerk(jerkin)
Jerk jerk jerk(jerkin)
Jerk jerk jerk(jerkin)

Everything quiet and the bass real hard
And I stay geeked up never been a retard got a new boy swagg
And this here for y'all so we gotta keep it separate like the jim crowe laws I'm a beast I'm a gang and I guess I'm a jerk and I go through big rounds Cause ya boy here a flirt man you call me a bottle with your lil jerk lines Then you say you brought it up but the jerk is mine You squeezin I'm squeezin but yo style is wack
Why you comin to the front you can push that back got ya girl on the side She talkin sum lil stuff while she textin on the phone Ben J. hit it rough So I did it was good and I quickly got dressed she was like where you goin There's another girl next she screamed out loud Ben J.(your jerk! )And I had nothing to say but sorry that it hurts

Wah wah wah wah (your a jerk)
Why you trippin I ain't even do nothin(your a jerk)
I'm a jerk you ain't neva lie But aye do me
A favor call me jerk one more time(your a jerk! )
I know
Your a jerk! (I know) [x6]

Your a jerk jerk jerk (jerkin)

Jerk jerk jerk(jerkin) [x15]

Excerpt I'm geeked up

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New Boyz

New Boyz is an American hip hop/rap group and a former jerkin' crew duo consisting of rappers Earl "Ben J" Benjamin (born October 13, 1991) and Dominic "Legacy" Thomas (born October 12, 1991) from Hesperia, California. They debuted in summer 2009 with their viral hit, "You're a Jerk", taken from their debut studio album Skinny Jeanz and a Mic, released in September 2009. The song peaked in the top thirty of the Billboard Hot 100, and it was the first song to bring the jerkin' style to the national forefront. A second single, "Tie Me Down" featuring Ray J, was also successful and peaked in the top thirty. In May 2011, their second studio album, Too Cool to Care, was released. It includes the top 40 hits "Backseat", featuring The Cataracs and Dev, and "Better w… more »

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Written by: BARRY ADAMS JR, BARRY LEWIS ADAMS, DOMINIC ANTHONY THOMAS, EARL HENRY BENJAMIN, LEFABIAN WILLIAMS, DOMINIC THOMAS, EARL BENJAMIN

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14 facts about this song

Release Date
"You're a Jerk" was released in April 2009 as the debut single from the hip-hop duo, New Boyz.
Chart Performance
The song reached number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100, showcasing its popularity.
Album
"You're a Jerk" features on the New Boyz's debut album, "Skinny Jeanz and a Mic", which was released later in 2009.
Music Style
The song is recognized as part of the 'jerkin' movement in hip-hop, a style of dance and fashion that originated in Los Angeles.
Video Debut
The music video for "You're a Jerk" introduces the ‘jerkin’ style of dance to a wider audience, making it a cultural phenomenon in 2009.
Songwriters
“You're a Jerk” was written by New Boyz members Earl Benjamin and Dominic Thomas, also known as Ben J and Legacy respectively.
Platinum Certification
The single was certified Platinum by the RIAA, indicating it had sold over 1,000,000 copies.
Digital Sales
"You're a Jerk" was one of the best-selling digital songs of 2009, indicating its popularity among younger audiences.
Cultural Influence
The song is often credited with bringing the 'jerkin' movement into the mainstream, inspiring a surge in similar songs and dance styles.
Reception
Despite its commercial success, "You're a Jerk" received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised its catchy beat and novel dance moves, while others critiqued it as a passing fad.
Controversy
The song faced some controversy for its explicit language and the perceived negative message of its lyrics.
Impact on Fashion
The success of "You're a Jerk" and the New Boyz's associated image helped drive a trend for 'skinny jeanz', particularly in the hip-hop community.
Dance Phenomenon
Dance crews and hip-hop fans worldwide started to interpret the 'jerkin' dance, leading to numerous dance videos and challenges on YouTube and social media platforms.
Breakthrough Hit
"You're a Jerk" is widely regarded as the New Boyz's breakthrough hit, launching their music careers internationally.

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