Arab Money

Busta Rhymes, Rick Ross

About Arab Money

"Arab Money" is a song by American hip hop recording artist Busta Rhymes, released as the lead single from his eighth studio album Back on My B. S. (2009). The song features production and vocals by fellow New York City-based rapper, Ron Browz.


Year:
2009
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Ron Brownz
Yes! I'm way back in the most amazing way
Well lemme introduce you to the new talk
Lets get straight to it, c'mon

LaLaLaHaleHeloHalow
HelaBalaHeHelaBalo
We gettin' Arab Money
We gettin' Arab Money
HacaShegeHaLitiFaLa
MiliAlaySheNitiMala
We gettin' Arab Money
We gettin' Arab Money

Now there ain't no way that you could kill the beats dead
Middle East women and Middle East bread
I got Oil Well money in the desert playing Golf
Don't ? with a Louis Scarf
Chest cold diamonds make a wanna cough
In Dubai 20 million on a few lofts
I stay up in da club
The way I make the people wanna sing the hook in Arabic

LaLaLaHaleHeloHalow
HelaBalaHeHelaBalo
We gettin' Arab Money
We gettin' Arab Money
HacaShegeHaLitiFaLa
MiliAlaySheNitiMala
We gettin' Arab Money
We gettin' Arab Money

Seven Star Hotels, Maybach, Movies
Sick big, knock camel toe
Women walking around while security on camel back
Club on fire now, dunno how to act
Sitting in casino's while I'm gambling with Arabs
Money so long watch me purchase pieces of the Almanac
Ya already know I got the streets bust
While I make ya bow down makes a lot out a

LaLaLaHaleHeloHalow
HelaBalaHeHelaBalo
We gettin' Arab Money
We gettin' Arab Money
HacaShegeHaLitiFaLa
MiliAlaySheNitiMala
We gettin' Arab Money
We gettin' Arab Money

Hey!
See now I take trips to Baghdad
Use a stack of chips to count Arab money now
I don't need to get fresh I'm bout to grow a beard dude
So much cake even the money look weird too
Don't mess the bread and the broad I'm trying to eat like
Prince, respect the value of ma work
In Maui, Malaysia,
Iran and Iraq, Saudi Arabia!

LaLaLaHaleHeloHalow
HelaBalaHeHelaBalo
We gettin' Arab Money
We gettin' Arab Money
HacaShegeHaLitiFaLa
MiliAlaySheNitiMala
We gettin' Arab Money
We gettin' Arab Money

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Busta Rhymes

Trevor Tahiem Smith, Jr., (born May 20, 1972), better known by his stage name Busta Rhymes, is an American rapper, producer and actor. Chuck D of Public Enemy gave him the alias Busta Rhymes after NFL wide receiver George "Buster" Rhymes. Early in his career, he was known for his wild style and fashion, and today is best known for his intricate rapping technique, which involves rapping at a fast rate with lots of internal rhyme and half rhyme, and to date has received eleven Grammy nominations for his musical work. About.com included him on its list of the 50 Greatest MCs of Our Time (1987–2007), while Steve Huey of Allmusic called him one of the best and most prolific rappers of the '90s. In 2012, The Source placed him on their list of the Top 50 Lyricists o… more »

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Written by: Rondell Edwin Turner, Trevor Smith

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Arab Money" is a rap song by American rapper Busta Rhymes from his eighth studio album, "Back on My B.S.", released in 2008.
Featured Artists
The track features fellow American rapper Ron Browz, who also contributed to the song's production.
Success and Popularity
The song reached the top 100 on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, peaking at number 86.
Controversy
"Arab Money" received backlash and sparked controversy due to its lyrics which were perceived as stereotyping and offensive by some people from the Arab community.
Radio Ban
The song was banned from several radio stations across the Gulf because it was deemed offensive.
Use of Arabic Language
The chorus of the song includes words from the Arabic language, although the accuracy and context of their usage have been criticized.
Remix Versions
The song had five remix versions. The Remix Part 1 featured artists such as Diddy, Swizz Beatz, T-Pain, Akon, and Lil Wayne. The Remix Part 2 featured artists like Rick Ross, Red Cafe, and Reek da Villain.
Music Video
The music video for "Arab Money" was directed by Rik Cordero and Busta Rhymes. It features a lavish lifestyle and highlights the theme of the song.
Apology
In the wake of the controversy, Busta Rhymes apologized to the Arab community for any offense caused by the song.
Influences
"Arab Money" reflects a trend in hip-hop music where foreign cultures are referenced and sometimes stereotyped in an exaggerated way to depict wealthy and luxury lifestyles.

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