Kris Kross

Lyrics

3 ContributorsMackin’ Ain’t Easy Lyrics(Chris Kelly)
Now I'm known to rock a party, and turn a party out (ho!)
A nappy headed little nigga representin' for the South
When I bust, and I do frequently
I see niggas in careers trying to get with me
Now no longer am I smallie
Got me a baldie
And women, huh I keep 'em wall to wall
See cause mackin' ain't easy (easy)
But I had to do it, get into it, and plus they love to please me
Over age, never under
Wonderin the words of Aaliyah, Age Ain't Nuthin' But A Number
So I takes 'em, shakes 'em, show 'em the ropes
Let 'em get a little taste and then they never let go
They say (Daddy Daddy), they call me, it gets major
Surprise visits and blowin' up my pager
Asking for favors that I don't do
That's for a nigga in love, all I'm doing is mackin' you

(Chorus)
Mackin' ain't easy
But somebody gotta do it (do it)
Mackin' ain't easy
But somebody gotta do it (do it, do it, do it)
Now tell me whose the mack, tell me whose the mack
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But somebody gotta do it (do it)
Mackin' ain't easy
But somebody gotta do it (do it, do it, do it)
Now tell me whose the mack

(Chris Smith)
Now I ain't got no big hat or a Caddilac
I push a drop-top Benz and a baseball cap (say what?)
I, keep the pad full of women, bad bodies in bikinis on deck
For when I wanna get wet
I tell Chris all the time I more of a mack than he is
And it's been this way since we was real little kids
I, got women saying 'baby tie me up'
I got 'em going to mall, shop and buying me stuff
Now with me it's like the old days ain't gone no where
A light skinded nigga with real long hair
Perm, corn rowed, individuals, afros
No matter what, I'm fresh head to toe
So who's the mack?, daddy mack
Seeing all the women in my stable watch my back
From these, player haters trying to salt my game
And snatch my hoes, it ain't a possible thing

(Drunk guy sample)
You know what I mean?, get some money man, ain't no need to bullshittin
These niggas in love, You know what I mean?
Talking about how players
There ain't no players, I'm drunk now, You know what I mean?
I'm kinda blowed, (I know, I know), but I'm cool (I know)....
But players, there can be a hundred years, a player, a nigga, ain't a nigga in the world got me to shoot out (???)
You what I mean?
(Kris Kross)
Now tell me who's the mack

(Mr. Black)
Mr. Black, and we can do whatever
Flossin' in the Benz, decked out in the leather
Never slippin', just sippin' on this champagne
And I'll be spittin' pure game to this pretty young thing
My aim, to control
Mind, body and soul
Have her on the stroll bringing me the flow
Pimp stylin', stay smilin', profilin'
Presidential suite, gang of hoes sippin' Crystal-in'
Yeah we puffing real La
Laid back to the funk flows I prescribed
I could write a thesis on the dime pieces
Gotcha aunt, and didn't flaunt, when I grabbed your nieces
Mack daddy forte, when I'm flossin with the double K
Good Lord these broads showing us where they stay
Pager blowin up all these hoes wanna seez me
Being a mack ain't easy

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Get ready to Mack it up with Kris Kross and Mr. Black in the ultimate hip-hop anthem "Mackin' Ain't Easy." Released in 1996, the song became an instant hit on the charts and remains a classic in the genre. Known for their catchy lyrics and dance-offs, Kris Kross brought something special to the hip-hop scene with their unique personalities and signature style. Throw in Mr. Black's smooth-flowing verses and you get a track that will have you grooving from start to finish.

About Mackin’ Ain’t Easy

Kris Kross was a pioneering rap duo consisting of Chris Kelly and Chris Smith, known for their youthful energy and their fashion sense of wearing their clothing backward. The duo first rose to fame with their debut album "Totally Krossed Out" which featured their hit single "Jump." The album was a massive commercial success, certified four-times platinum by the RIAA. With this success, their sophomore album, "Da Bomb," was highly anticipated, and "Mackin' Ain't Easy" was one of its leading singles.

"Mackin' Ain't Easy" is a quintessential Kris Kross track, with a bouncy beat, catchy hook, and clever wordplay. The lyrics depict the art of "mackin'," which in this context, refers to the art of being cool, suave, and desirable. The duo boasts about their prowess and talent in this area, urging their listeners to take note of their swagger. Mr. Black, who is featured on the track, adds a bit of spice to the song with his laid-back yet confident delivery. Together, the trio reinforces the idea that "mackin'" is not just a skill, but a way of life.

What sets "Mackin' Ain't Easy" apart from other songs in the genre is its ability to balance humor and swagger. The lyrics are full of witty one-liners that will have you chuckling, but at the same time, the song exudes an air of confidence that is contagious. The beat is infectious, the flow is impeccable, and with each verse, you can't help but feel yourself being pulled into the world of "mackin'."

It's worth noting that "Mackin' Ain't Easy" wasn't just a hit on the charts. The song was also featured in the 1996 movie "High School High" which starred Jon Lovitz. The film, which was a parody of high school movies, utilized the song as a way to poke fun at the idea of "mackin'." The inclusion of the song added to the overall comedic tone of the movie and helped to cement "Mackin' Ain't Easy" as a cultural touchstone.

In the end, "Mackin' Ain't Easy" is a song that embodies the spirit of Kris Kross. It's fun, it's catchy, and it's guaranteed to put a smile on your face. The song may be over two decades old, but its message of being confident in your own skin and living life on your own terms is just as relevant today as it was back then. So put on your backward clothes, turn up the volume, and get ready to mack it up with Kris Kross and Mr. Black.

• Release Date: January 9, 1996
• Artist: Kris Kross