Ladies
Eve · Other Songs - Eve
{Swizz Beatz}
Yo stop the tape, hold on
Listen man, this Swizz
It's not a game, it's goin down
We ain't playin wit y'all
Scorpion, sting that ass
And we doin this for the... two - thousand - and - one, let's rock
World, premiere
World, premiere
E - V - E, let's, let's get it, get it
Stop...
{Chorus 1: Swizz Beatz}
I Got What You Need
So tell me what you need
I Got What You Need
So tell me what you need
Tell me what you need
I Got What You Need
Tell me what you need
I Got What You Need
{Chorus 2: Swizz Beatz}
Now - ladies, ladies, ladies, ladies
Ladies, ladies, ladies
Ladies, ladies, ladies
{Chorus 1}
{Eve}
Uhh, yo
Aiiyo, aiiyo
This the only record in the crate
The only shit worth playin
Swizz got niggaz screamin "Dog, you O - Din"
Do what I do best
Spit shit
You know me and Drag fit tight
But that goes without sayin
See you stallin on the floor
What you standin for?
Scared thug, can't enjoy ya cash
What you ballin for?
Crabs that ain't got nuttin to add
What you callin for?
Ladies - this one's for you
Get ya party flowin right now
Baby, no time to relax
Niggaz tryna holla
Get the tag, yeah he eat that
And if he actin cheap
Then fuck 'em, you ain't need that
Send a bottle wit a note
Sip, get ya teeth wet
{Chorus 1}
{Chorus 2}
{Drag - On}
So niggaz where yo ladies at?
Ladies where yo niggaz at?
Killaz where yo clickaz at?
Took it, I won't give it back
Swallow this Cris while I
Get you where yo ribs is at
And yeah thats how I spit 'em tracks
They make you wanna get a rest
Shit, write my shit Drag
Treat you like you stole a pack
You probably never sold crack, now can I get a soul clap?
{two claps} Clap twice {two claps} I'm that nice
Ya funny faggots like Bernie Mac in +Life+
Lets see y'all make it past the gun line
Ya want it, come take mine
I walk and talk my shit
Breaka, breaka, one, nine
Eve let them bitches know
Three runnin wit the flow
We gonna block them though
Then we gonna lock the door
{Chorus 1}
{Chorus 2}
{Drag - On}
Yo, yo
In the club we get our niggaz in
We pay off security
Same niggaz that couldn't get in
Ya niggaz remember me
{Eve}
Aiiyo
Ladies - where you at?
Stuck up, don't reply
Where you at? (here we go!)
Thats right, keep it live
{Drag - On}
West Coast, we could ride
East Coast, fuckin live
Dirty, Dirty South, bounce that
Make 'em bounce that
{Eve}
Nigga this here nasty
Keep the shit rockin
Always Double - R, keep shit knockin
{Drag - On}
You know how Ruff Ryders do
You push, we "Ryde or Die" all you
I got heat to make the steam boil
{Eve}
Heard you was frontin on the camp niggaz
Stop that hot shit, all day
Clown yeah, we got that
{Chorus 1}
{Chorus 2}
{Swizz Beatz}
Ya ain't ready for this shit right here
Ya ain't ready for this thing right here
Bounce! Bounce! Oh! Oh! Oh!
Oh! Swizz Beatz!
I keep my chain sippin
Two - thousand - and - one
Put fire on ya ass!
We gon' peep that fire on ya ass!
Lets go
That's right
Play the shit right
Ladies by Eve
Ladies is a hip-hop and R&B track by Eve, a recording that fits within the broader landscape of her work as a rapper, singer, and producer. The song is associated with her catalog from the early 2000s, a period when she was establishing herself as a prominent figure in hip-hop with a distinctive blend of rap and melodic singing. Eve's music during this era often featured confident, self-assured delivery, and Ladies reflects that characteristic approach to songwriting and performance.
The track is positioned within Eve's discography alongside other well-known recordings such as Who's That Girl, Got A Man, and Gangsta Lovin'. These songs collectively illustrate the range of her artistic output during this period, moving between themes of independence, romantic relationships, and self-expression. Ladies contributes to this body of work by presenting a perspective that aligns with the broader themes of female empowerment and personal agency that were prominent in hip-hop during the early 2000s.
Musically, the song draws on the conventions of hip-hop and R&B, incorporating elements that were standard in the genre during that time. The production and vocal delivery are consistent with Eve's style, which often combined rap verses with melodic hooks. The song's placement within her catalog suggests it was part of her effort to maintain a consistent artistic identity while exploring different thematic and musical directions.
In the context of Eve's career, Ladies represents one of many recordings that helped define her presence in the hip-hop and R&B scenes. Her work during this era was characterized by a strong sense of identity and a willingness to address themes of independence and self-determination. The song fits within this framework, offering a perspective that resonates with the broader cultural conversations of the time regarding women's roles in hip-hop and popular music.
The reception of the song is part of the larger narrative of Eve's career, which included both critical and audience engagement. While specific critical assessments of Ladies may vary, the track is generally understood as a representative example of her work during this period. Its place in her catalog alongside other well-known recordings suggests that it was part of her ongoing effort to maintain relevance and artistic growth in a competitive music landscape.