Dirt Off Your Shoulder
Dirt Off Your Shoulder

JAY-Z - Dirt Off Your Shoulder Lyrics

Hip-Hop/Rap
May 10, 2004
8
Dirt Off Your Shoulder Music Video

Dirt Off Your Shoulder Lyrics

You're now tuned into the mu'fuckin greatest
Turn the music up in the headphones
Tim, you can go and brush your shoulder off nigga I got you, yeah

If you feelin' like a pimp nigga, go and brush your shoulders off
Ladies is pimps too, gon' brush your shoulders off
Niggas is crazy baby, don't forget that boy told you
Get, that, dirt off your shoulder

I probably owe it to y'all, proud to be locked by the force
Tryin' to hustle some things, that go with the Porsche
Feelin' no remorse, feelin' like my hand was forced
Middle finger to the Lord, nigga grippin' my balls
Stab the ladies they love me, from the bleachers they screamin'
All the ballers is bouncin' they like the way I be leanin'
All the rappers be hatin', off the track that I'm makin'
But all the hustlers they love it just to see one of us make it
Came from the bottom of bottom, to the top of the pots
Nigga London, Japan and I'm straight off the block
Like a running back, get it man, I'm straight off the block
I can run it back, nigga, 'cause I'm straight with the Roc

If you feelin' like a pimp nigga, go and brush your shoulders off
Ladies is pimps too, gon' brush your shoulders off
Niggas is crazy baby, don't forget that boy told you
Get, that, dirt off your shoulder

You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder
You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder
You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder
You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder

Your homey Hov' in position, in the kitchen with soda
I just whipped up a watch, tryin' to get me a Rover
Tryin' to stretch out the coca, like a wrestler, yessir
Keep the heckler close, you know them smokers'll test ya
But like, fifty-two cards when I'm, I'm through dealin'
Now fifty-two bars come out, now you feel 'em
Now, fifty-two cars roll out, remove ceiling
In case fifty-two broads come out, now you chillin'
With a boss bitch of course S.C. on the sleeve
At the 40/40 club, ESPN on the screen
I paid a grip for the jeans, plus the slippers is clean
No chrome on the wheels, I'm a grown-up for real

If you feelin' like a pimp nigga, go and brush your shoulders off
Ladies is pimps too, gon' brush your shoulders off
Niggas is crazy baby, don't forget that boy told you
Get, that, dirt off your shoulder

You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder
You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder
You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder
You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder

Your boy back in the building, Brooklyn we back on the map
Me and my beautiful bitch in the back of that 'Bach
I'm the realest that run it, I just happen to rap
I ain't gotta clap at 'em, niggas scared of that black
I drop that "Black Album" then I back, out it
As the best rapper alive nigga ask about me
From Bricks to Billboards, from grams to Grammy's
The O's to opposite, Orphan Annie
You gotta pardon Jay, for sellin' out the Garden in a day
I'm like a young Marvin in his hey'
I'm a hustler homey, you a customer crony
Got some, dirt on my shoulder, could you brush it off for me?

If you feelin' like a pimp nigga, go and brush your shoulders off
Ladies is pimps too, gon' brush your shoulders off
Niggas is crazy baby, don't forget that boy told you
Get, that, dirt off your shoulder

You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder
You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder
You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder
You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder

You're now tuned into the mu'fuckin' greatest

Best rapper alive, best rapper alive

Writer(s): Timothy Mosley, Shawn Carter
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What album is 'Dirt Off Your Shoulder' from?

    'Dirt Off Your Shoulder' is from Jay-Z's 2003 album, The Black Album. It was released as the second single from the album.

  2. Who produced 'Dirt Off Your Shoulder'?

    'Dirt Off Your Shoulder' was produced by Timbaland, a renowned music producer known for his work with various artists across different genres.

  3. What does the phrase 'Get that dirt off your shoulder' mean in the context of the song?

    In the song, 'Get that dirt off your shoulder' refers to brushing off negativity and criticism from others. It's about maintaining confidence and composure despite detractors trying to bring you down.

  4. Did any notable public figures reference 'Dirt Off Your Shoulder'?

    Yes, Barack Obama referenced it during his 2008 presidential campaign. He used Jay-Z's hand gesture to brush dirt off his shoulder in response to attacks from his then-rival Hillary Clinton.

  5. Is there a collaboration version of 'Dirt Off Your Shoulder'?

    Yes, Jay-Z collaborated with Linkin Park on a mash-up EP in 2004 called Collision Course, which includes a version of 'Dirt Off Your Shoulder' paired with Linkin Park's 'Lying From You.'

  6. Does Jay-Z mention any specific places or brands in 'Dirt Off Your Shoulder'?

    'Yes, Jay-Z mentions the 40/40 Club, which he owns, and ESPN, a sports network he enjoys. These references highlight his success and lifestyle.'

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