Let's Get Retarded
The Black Eyed Peas · Elephunk [2003]
And the bass keeps runnin', runnin and runnin', runnin'
And runnin', runnin' and runnin', runnin'
And runnin', runnin' and runnin', runnin'
And runnin', runnin' and runnin', runnin' and..
In this context, there's no disrespect
So when I bust my rhyme
You break your necks
We got five minutes for this to disconnect
From all intellect and let the rhythm effect
Apt to lose this inhibition
Follow your intuition
Free your inner soul
And break away from tradition
Cause when we be out
Girl, it's gonna be that
You wouldn't believe how
Wow s**t out
Burnin' till it's burned out
Turn it till it's turned out
Act up from north, west, east, south
Everybody (yeah) everybody (yeah)
Let's get into it (yeah) get stupid
(Come on) get retarded (come on) get retarded (yeah) get retarded
Let's get retarded in (ha) let's get retarded in here
Let's get retarded in (ha) let's get retarded in here
Let's get retarded in (ha) let's get retarded in here
Let's get retarded in (ha) let's get retarded in here
Lose control, all body, all soul
Don't move too fast people, just take it slow
Don't get ahead, just jump into it
Y'all hit a body, the Peas'll do it
Get started, get stupid
Don't worry 'bout it people, we'll walk you through it
Step by step, like if you're in for new kid
Inch by inch, with the new solution
Transmit hits, with no delusion
The feeling's irresistible and that's how we move it
C'mon!
Everybody (yeah) everybody (yeah)
Let's get into it (yeah) get stupid
(Come on) get retarded (come on) get retarded (yeah) get retarded
Let's get retarded in (ha) let's get retarded in here
Let's get retarded in (ha) let's get retarded in here
Let's get retarded in (ha) let's get retarded in here
Let's get retarded in (ha) let's get retarded in here
(yeah)
Runnin', runnin' and runnin', runnin'
C'mon y'all, let's get cuckoo (uh huh)
Let's get cuckoo (in here)
Right now get cuckoo (uh huh)
Let's get cuckoo (in here)
Right now get cuckoo (uh huh)
Let's get cuckoo (in here)
Oh, oh, oh
Ya ya ya.....
Let's get ill, that's the deal
Apt the gade, and we'll bring the butt doc drill
(Just) lose your mind, this is the time
Y'all guessed this drill, just to bang your spine
(Just) bob that head like epilepsy
Up inside your club, or in your Bentley
Get messy
Ah, this sick y'all mind faster than another head trip
(So) come now y'all, don't correct it
Let's get ig'nant, let's get happy
Everybody (yeah) everybody (yeah)
Let's get into it (yeah) get stupid
(Come on) get retarded (come on) get retarded (yeah) get retarded
Let's get retarded in (ha) let's get retarded in here
Let's get retarded in (ha) let's get retarded in here
Let's get retarded in (ha) let's get retarded in here
Let's get retarded in (ha) let's get retarded in here
Let's get cuckoo (uh huh)
We cuckoo (in here)
Let's get cuckoo (uh huh)
We cuckoo (in here)
We cuckoo (uh huh)
We cuckoo O O O
Let's (ya, ya, ya....)
[till fade]
Runnin', runnin' and runnin', runnin'
Let's Get Retarded
Let's Get Retarded stands as a defining track from The Black Eyed Peas' 2003 breakthrough album, Elephunk. This recording captures the group's transition into a polished, pop-infused hip-hop sound that would later dominate global charts. The song showcases the band's signature blend of rhythmic vocals and electronic production, highlighting their ability to craft catchy, dance-oriented anthems. As part of a pivotal era in their discography, the track reflects the creative energy that propelled the group from underground status to mainstream success. It remains a notable example of their early work, demonstrating the musical experimentation and collaborative spirit that characterized their rise during the early 2000s.