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I ain't!

interjection · southern sl. · old school

1. a playful or sarcastic way to put emphasis on your refusal to do something that someone is asking you to do; a way to say, "no" or "no I'm not".

I ain't f**kin' with you

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a matter of fact way to tell someone you don't want anything to do with him/her [sometimes used insincerely when one is annoyed, angry, or frustrated with a friend or love one]. ex. "I already told you, I ain't f**kin' with you no more."

I ain't gonna sh**, shave, or bathe „til I see better days

phrase · prison sl. · new school

1. a way to vow not to do anything until one's situation or circumstances improve [usually used when dissatisfied].

I ain't got…

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a term used in prelude to expressing one's doubt [usually about what someone else will do or not do].

"I ain't got her comin' back." "I ain't got it rainnin."

I ain't got nothin' but love for you

phrase · e. coast sl. · old school

1. a friendly way to mock someone who is complaining to you about your treatment towards him/her.

I ain't got that being the case

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a sarcastic way to express doubt and skepticism [usually about one's claim or boast].

I ain't got that happennin'

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a sarcastic way to respond doubtingly to someone's threat or claim of what he/she is going to do.

I ain't got you doin' that

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a sarcastic way to respond doubtingly to someone's threat or claim of what he/she is going to do.

I ain't mad at you

phrase · w. coast sl. · new school

1. a friendly or sarcastic way to inform someone you do not have a problem with his/her decision or comment [even if you don't mean it].

2. a way to say something is okay.

"If you wanna talk to my ex, I ain't mad at you." I ain't never been scared of nothin' standin'/walkin' on two

I ain't no killer, but don't push me

phrase · w. coast sl. · new school

1. a playful way to warn someone to stop taking you lightly when it comes to standing up for yourself.

2. a way to tell someone you will fight/defend yourself if you are forced to.

I ain't stutter (pron. stutta)

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a playful or sarcastic way to say, "you heard me", "you heard what I said", "I don't have to repeat myself", "I meant that", "I made myself clear", when someone is pretending to not have heard you or not understand what you are talking about. (var. I ain't stutter, utter, or mutter)

I ain't the herb (pron. her-b) you lookin' for

phrase · e. coast sl.

1. old & new school a term used to warn and/or advise someone you are not the type of person who won't stand up for himself/ herself, that can be easily taken advantage of, lead to believe something ridiculous or unbelievable. (var. I ain't the one you lookin' for)

I ain't the one, and we dam sure ain't the two

phrase · general sl. · old school

1. a term females use to dismiss males who are being rude or disrespectful when trying to come on to them.

I ain't the one to gossip

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a term used as a disclaimer right before or right after one relays a rumor he/she has heard.

I always get me

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a way to affirm one's claim that he/she always gets what he/she wants.

I bullsh** you not

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a term used to express ones sincerity, seriousness, attempt to sound honest.

"I bullsh** you not dawg that was her."

I call you son not cause you mine, I call you son cause you shine

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a term of endearment among friends [usually used to express friendship].

I can do bad by myself

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a term used to inform someone you don't need him/her if he/she is unable or unfit to contribute or help out [usually used in reference to an intimate relationship].

"You need to get your act together cause I can do bad by myself."

I can go with that

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a hip way to reach an agreement or consensus about something. (var. I can get with that, I can go/get [with you on] that)

"That sounds about right, I can go with that."

I can show you better than I can tell you

phrase · southern sl.

1. new school a playful or sarcastic way to respond to someone who is questioning or doubting your abilities or claims [usually used confrontationally or challengingly].

I can't call it

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to respond to one's verbal greeting or verbal inquiry as to your well being (var. I can't make no noise/complain/kick up no dirt, I can't call it and if I call it I might spoil it)

I can't kick a field goal if I had three legs

phrase · southern sl.

1. new school a way to express one's bad luck or misfortune.

I can't stand that

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a term used to emphasize one's dislike for another [use a insult, derogatory term or phrase to describe such person].

"I can't stand that bit** ass cousin of yours."

I can't tell

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a playful or sarcastic way to express doubt or question one's claim, boast, threat, or character [usually used to put one on the spot or as a way to force one to affirm himself/herself].

"I can't tell you goin' in there." "You gonna do what to me, I can't tell." I can't tell I said somethin' wrong, my mouth/lip/nose ain't

ice

noun · general sl. · old & new school

1. diamonds.

ice grill

verb · e. coast sl. · new school

1. to look or stare at someone with a mean and/or tough expression. (var. [to] hit [someone] with the ice grill/grilly) See also: mean mug

"You be tryin' to act all friendly and sh** and people still give you the ice grill."

iced out

adjective · general sl. · new school

1. jewelry that has many diamonds encrusted in it [a watch, ring, pendant, or chain]. (var. [jewelry that's] iced down/icy, [to] ice [something] out)

"I'm about to give Shortie this iced out bracelet for her birthday."

I could sell a weekend cruise to a man on death row

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a witty term one uses to profess his/her ability to be a fast and/or slick talker. (var. I could sell birth control to a nun/contact lenses to a blind man/life insurance to a dead man)

I'd kiss a fly in a bow tie

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a way for one to express his/her desperation to meet and/or go out with someone of the opposite sex on a date. (var. I'd kiss a pig in a wig)

I do what I do, like I'm doin' it for T.V.

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a witty way to boast about being the best at what one does [also used to taunt one's opponent].

I does this

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a term one uses to affirm or reaffirm his/her boast, claim, or declaration when someone verbally challenges or questions his/her word [usually used to exude a air of confidence when responding to someone's doubt]. (var. I do/ does this for a livin' )

I don't care where you go… but you gots to get up outta here

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a no-nonsense way to tell someone that he/she has to leave/go, he/she can't stay any longer, or its time go; a term used to put or throw someone out of a place of business or one's dwellings. See also: let ya feet meet the street

I don't get down like that

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a term one uses to defend his/her character when being accused of wrongdoing and deception.

2. a way to inform someone you do not indulge or part take in a certain action. See also: that's not my style

"Don't bring ya drugs around me, cause I don't get down like that."

I don't give a fat baby's ass…

phrase · southern sl. · old school

1. a witty or sarcastic way to tell someone "I don't care…..", "I could care less….." or "so what!" [usually used when dismissing someone's excuse or explanation].

"I'm goin', I don't give a fat baby's ass what you say."

I don't need to cheat you to beat you

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a witty way to respond to someone's allegation that you are cheating him/her during a game or competition.

I don't need you, let the welfare feed you

phrase · e. coast sl. · old & new school

1. a sarcastic way to dismiss someone's usefullness or importance to you. (var. I don't need'em, let the welfare feed'em)

I don't play like that

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to inform someone that you don't or didn't appreciate his/her off brand comment or attempt to be funny [usually used when one feels offended].

"I'mma tell you right now, I don't play like that."

I don't play sex games

phrase · prison sl. · new school

1. a matter of fact way to respond to sexual comments, jokes, or innuendo directed at you from someone of the same sex [used to convey one's serious displeasure].

"Dig homes, I don't play sex games."

I don't play them kind/type of games

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a matter of fact way to respond to someone's offhanded remark, comment, or innuendo [used to convey one's serious displeasure].

"I'm only gonna tell you once, I don't play them kind of games."

I don't run on gas

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a term used to reject one's insincere attempt to encourage, prod, or manipulate you using fake flattery or praise.

"Spare me the bullsh**, I don't run on gas."

I don't trust you as far as I can see you, and I need glasses

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a term used to express one's distrust of another.

I don't turn down nothin' but my collar

phrase · southern sl. · old & new school

1. a way for one to declare that he/she isn't ashamed to accept a handout, charity, or help.

2. a way to inform someone you don't say no or refuse anything offered to you.

I'd rather clothe you, than feed you

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a witty way to comment on ones large appetite.

2. a playful way to tell someone it would cost less to buy his/her clothes then it would cost to buy him/her food.

I'd rather tell you than smell you

phrase · prison sl. · new school

1. a witty way to tell someone he /she needs to bathe or that he/she stinks.

if…? if my aunt had balls she'd be my uncle

phrase · general sl.

1. new school a term used in response to someone who uses "if" as part of his/her explanation, excuse, denial, or afterthought. (var. if…? If "if" was a fifth, we'd all be drunk)

if I had it, I'd make you take it

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a way to tell someone you don't have what it is he/she is asking for but if you did have it you'd gladly give it him/her. (var. if I had it I'd smack you with it)

if I had it you could get it, cause I'd love to see you with it

phrase · e. coast sl. · old & new school

1. a witty way to tell someone you don't have what it is he/she is asking you for but if you did have it you'd gladly give it to him/her.

if I had your hand, I'd chop mines off

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a modest way to respond to someone's praise of your success or general well being.

2. a way to relay to someone that he/she is doing better than you financially.

if I'm lyin' grits ain't groceries

phrase · southern sl. · old & new school

1. a witty or sarcastic way to tell someone you are telling the absolute truth or that you absolutely know what you are talking about [usually used as a way to affirm or reaffirm one's truthfulness]. (var. if I'm lyin' I'm flyin')

if I need to hit you, I don't need to be with you

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a term males use to affirm their stance against striking a female. if I seen you drownin' in the middle of the ocean, I'd throw you

if I tell you a duck can pull a truck, just hook the muhf**ka up

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a witty way to respond to someone who is questioning whether or not you can do what you say you can do/get done.

2. a way to say, "believe me", "I'm sure/positive". (var. if I tell you there's cheese on the moon, just bring crackers )

if it ain't broke, don't fix it

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to instruct someone to leave things the way they are.

if it don't make dollars, it don't make sense

phrase · e. coast sl.

1. old & new school a hip way to say if something doesn't involve reaping a financial gain then doing it is a waste of time.

if it wasn't for bad luck, I wouldn't have no/any luck

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a term used to express exasperation or dispair.

if lookin' good was a crime, you'd be a felony

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a term used to flatter and/or compliment someone about his/her good looks or appearance. (var. if lookin' good was a crime, you'd be a felony, cause right you dressed to kill)

if the board don't call, I'm headed for the wall

phrase · prison sl. · new school

1. a term prisoners use to express a desperate desire to go home.

if you can "huh" you can hear

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. something you tell someone who answers "huh" to your question or inquiry.

2. a way to say, "you heard me".

if you don't know, you better ask somebody

phrase · general sl.

1. new school a boisterous way to respond to someone who has called your character, abilities, or talents in to question while at the same refusing to give you the recognition or praise that you deserve. (var. if you don't know now you know)

if you had brains, you'd be dangerous

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a covert way to tell someone he/she is stupid [usually after that person has said or done something stupid].

if you knew better, you'd do better

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a way to reprimand someone who has said or done something stupid or ridiculous.

2. a covert way to tell someone he/she is stupid.

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if you nervous, join the service

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to taunt and tease someone about being scared or showing hesitancy about doing something. (var. if you scared buy a dog/get in my pocket)

if you owe me, you know me

phrase · e. coast sl. · old school

1. a witty way to verbally put pressure on someone who owes you money when you see him/her with some money.

if you smell somethin', its him/her cause some sh**

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a way to taunt and tease your opponent after you have beaten him/her in competition or after he/she has made an error while competing against you.

if your name ain't delicate, stay the hell out of it

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a witty or sarcastic way to tell someone to mind his/her business, stay out of your affairs, or keep his/her opinions, or thoughts to himself/herself.

if your nose ain't snotty, you beggin' somebody

phrase · general sl. · old school

1. a witty way to reprimand someone who is always begging, inneed of, or asking to borrow something.

if you'd signify, you'd/you'll testify

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a way to tell someone that if he/she could tell such an outrageous lie he/she could easily testify or inform on a friend or love one in a court of law or to law enforcement agents.

ig

verb · general sl. · old & new school

1. to ignore someone; to purposely not pay attention to someone.

2. the abbreviation for the word "ignore".

"You can't ig me forever." "Just ig them."

I got a weight problem….I can't wait to eat

phrase · general sl.

1. old & new school a humorous way to acknowledge one's own weight problem or the gaining of weight.

I got money like the mint, the gover'mint

phrase · general sl. · old school

1. a way to boast about having lots of money. See also: long money

I got my mind on my money and my money on my mind

phrase · w. coast sl. · new school

1. a witty way to confirm that one is thinking about his/her money or a way to make money.

I got that/this

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to assure someone that you will take care of something for him/her or assure him/her tha t you are in control of a situation.

I got that ass

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to alert and/or inform someone he/she has been caught doing something [usually something wrong].

"I got that ass now, you not goin' nowhere."

I got you

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to assure someone you will take care of something or that he/she is in good hands [usually used to ease one's fears or insecurity].

"Don't worry about nothin' dawg, I got you." "I got you on this."

I gotta get me

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to tell someone you have to get what belongs, is owed, or promised to you. (var. I gotta get mines)

"I gotta get me before we leave."

I hear that

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a term used to acknowledge, agree with, or express one's ability to relate to something someone says. See also: word up, you know thats right, ain't that the truth?

I hear you talkin'

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a sarcastic way to mock someone's tough talk or empty threats and challenges.

I just act like this

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a way to tell someone you are not as dumb or stupid as he/she thinks you are [usually used when someone tries to tell you something utterly rid iculous ]. (var. I just look like this/this way)

"Shortie I just act like this, so you need to stop."

I keep it real like a piece of blue steel

phrase · e. coast sl. · old school

1. a term used to affirm or reaffirm that one doesn't lie and/or pretend to be someone he/she is not [usually used to exude confidence]. See also: keep it real

I keeps it real

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a matter of fact way to pronounce one's steely character, unflinching or unwavering stance.

2. a way to pronounce one's honesty.

I like you, don't make me love you to death

phrase · e. coast sl.

1. new school a sarcastic way to respond to someone who has said and/or done something ridiculous or stupid.

I love you like a play cousin

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a witty and playful way to dismiss a friend or love one who is complaining about the way you treat him/her or complaining about you not being fair.

ill

adjective · general sl. · old & new school

1. outstanding; unique; the best of its kind.

2. strangely or outrageously different.

"That new video was ill." "Them some ill ass sneakers you got on, what's the name?"

ill

adjective · general sl. · old & new school

1. obnoxious; rude; sarcastic.

2. upset; angry; mad.

3. one who says or does outrageously funny things. (var. [to say/do something] ill, [to act] ill)

"When we got there these broads was actin' real ill towards us." "Tell'er she's makin' me ill." "That was some ill stuff she did."

ill chicks

adjective · general sl. · new school

1. females with bad attitudes or who act and talk sarcastic, obnoxious, or rude. See also: bee-otch

"Dude brought a bunch of ill chicks to my party."

ill thing …

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to say, "the odd/crazy/weird/funny/strange thing was/about it was…"

"The ill thing was, I never seen'er before today." "That's what the ill thing about it was, you feel me?"

Illadelphia

noun · e. coast sl. · new school

1. Philadelphia, PA. (var. Illadelph)

"We goin' down to Illadelphia for the weekend."

I'll be that

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a sarcastic way to accept someone's name calling while showing that person he/she can't upset you.

"I'll be that, but you better ask ya momz about me."

I'll beat the blood out you

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a playful way to threaten someone with a bad physical beating. See also: beat the blood out of

I'll beat the cowboy sh** outta you

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a witty and playful way to threaten someone with beating him/her up. (var. I'll beat the horse sh** outta you)

I'll break my foot off in ya ass

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a witty and/or sarcastic way to threaten someone with a physical beating.

I'll cut you everywhere but loose

phrase · southern sl. · old & new school

1. a playful way to threaten someone with harm. (var. I'll cut you too short to sh**/from asshole to elbow)

I'll hit you faster than anything they got in a gun store

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a witty way to threaten someone with hitting him/her as fast as you can/so fast that he/she won't realize it. (var I'll hit you so fast the black eye'll get there before the punch [does]) I'll hit you so hard when you wake up your clothes'll be outta

I'll make you famous

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to respond to someone's threat, challenge, or tough talk so that person knows you are not afraid of him/her.

ill/bomb nana

adjective · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a covert way to describe how good a vagina felt or feels during sex [also used as a boast or claim].

"I willin' to bet all three sisters have the ill nana."

ill on

verb · general sl. · old & new school

1. to explode in anger when offended or disrespected [often exhibiting disruptive behavior and /or spewing foul language]. (var. [to] ill out on [someone])

"Oh, I thought I was gonna hafta to ill on her for a minute." I'll plant my foot so far up your ass, you'll sh** sneakers for a

I'll run through you like exlax

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a witty way to taunt one's opponent about being able to do whatever you want against him/her during competition.

I'll slap fire from your ass

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a witty and playful way to threaten someone with slapping him/her as hard as you possibly can. (var. I'll slap the taste out your mouth)

"Say that again, and I'mma slap fire from your ass."

I'm about to be Elroy and jet son

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a witty way to tell a male friend or love one you are about to leave or depart.

I'm being real with you

phrase · w. coast sl. · old & new school

1. a term used to convey one's sincerity.

2. a way to say "I'm telling [you] the truth" or "I'm being serious with you." "I'm laughin', but I'm being honest with you."

I'm cool

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to say, "no thank you" or "I don't need or want any".

2. a way to respond to someone's inquiry about your well being that lets that person know you are fine or okay. (var. I'm good)

"Ask them, me, I'm cool." "I'm cool with that if you are."

I'm doin' big things look

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a hip way to describe a look that exudes success, wealth, and authority.

"I seen'em uptown and he definitely had that I'm doin' big things look."

I'm fire, pour some water on me, I'm out

phrase · southern sl.

1. new school a witty way to tell a friend or love one you are leaving. (var. I'm gone, I'm outta here )

I'm hungrier than a hostage

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a witty way to express how hungry one is.

I'm in it for the reason, not the season

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a witty way to explain your involvement in something has a specific purpose and goal. (var. I'm not in it for the season, I'm in it for the reason)

I'm in it to win it

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a term used to express one's determination and resolve to succeed or see something through to the end.

"I can't speak for y'all, but I'm in it to win it this time."

I'm in the cut like bandaids

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a way to profess one's patience or easy going ways.

I'm just the man standin' next to the man

phrase · southern sl.

1. old & new school a modest way to respond to someone who has praised you as being "the man" [usually used when trying to give another recognition].

I'm not even gonna do you like that

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to tell someone you are going to take it easy on him/her, not keep him/her in suspense or not going to play games with him/her. (var. I'm not even gonna do that to you)

I'm not feelin' you

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to inform someone that you are not or can not relate to or understand something that he/she says, does, or feels.

"I heard what you said, but I'm not feelin' you."

I'm not feelin' you like that

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a term used to tell someone you do not like him/her enough to become intimately involved with him/her [usually used to rebuff one's advances]. (var. I'm not feelin' [ya boy/girl/friend/man] like that)

"We can still be friends, I'm just not feelin' you like that."

I'm not new to this

phrase · e. coast sl. · old & new school

1. a way to inform someone that you have experience or knowledge about something that he/she is trying to tell you about or act like that he/she knows more than you about. (var. I'm not new to this, I'm true to this, I'm not new to this f**k around and leave you black and blue to this)

I'm not stupid, I just look that way

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. something you tell someone who you know is trying to con or deceive you. (var. I'm not slow I just look this way)

I'm not talkin' too fast, you listenin' too slow

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a witty way to respond to someone's claim that you are talking too fast or trying to fast talk him/her.

I'm not the one

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to inform someone you are not someone easily pushed around or scared to standup for himself [usually used when someone is trying to deceive or take advantage of you.]. (var. I'm not that guy/female you lookin' for)

"They know I'm not the one."

I'm on some real sh**

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a term used to profess one's seriousness towards a situation or his/her actions. (var. I'm on that real sh**[homie])

I'm out

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to say "I'm leaving." (var. I'm out this piece/bit**)

"I'll see y'all later, I'm out."

I'm out like shout

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a hip way to announce one's intention to depart.

"I'm out like shout, I gotta get up early in the morning."

I'm out there

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a way to inform someone that you are too deeply involved in a situation for you to turn back or change the events [usually used as an explanation].

"I don't know how this happened, but I'm out there."

I'm serious, you delirious

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to affirm or reaffirm one's position or thought when someone isn't taking him/her serious.

I'm so bad I kick my own ass twice a day

phrase · southern sl.

1. new school a witty way to profess one's toughness.

I'm so broke I can't pay attention

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to emphasize being without money; extremely destitute [usually as a response to someone who asks you for money]. (var. I'm so broke I can't rub two nickles together) I'm so broke, if water was 50 cents a gallon I couldn't buy

I'm so cool I sweat ice cubes

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to profess having a "cool" or "hip" personality.

I'm that cat ya momz warned you about

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a male's boisterous way to proclaim his toughness, thugishness, or "bad boy" personna to a female.

I'm scaaared of you!

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a witty way to mock being afraid of someone when he/she has said something tough, bold, provocative, uncharacteristic, threatening, or boisterous.

I'm true to this

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to affirm or reaffirm one's dedication to something. (var. I'm true to this like Brutus/like Newmark and Lewis)

"How many times I'mma tell you I'm true to this?"

I'mma

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to say, "I'm going to".

"I'mma see you later about this."

I'mma tell you some good sh**

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a term used as a prelude to telling someone something matter of factly [usually used to emphasize one's seriousness]. (var. I'mma tell you like this…., let me tell you some good sh**…)

"I'mma tell you some good sh**, don't come back around here." I'mma plant my foot so far up your ass you gonna swear I was

I'mma sew ya butt cheeks together and feed you exlax

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a witty and playful way to threaten someone with harm. (var. I'mma sew your eyes open and feed you sleepin' pills)

I'mma slap the camel sh** outta you

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a witty and playful way to threaten someone with slapping him/her as hard as you possibly can.

I'mma hit you with somethin' proper

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to let someone know you are going to be very generous when you give him/her something.ex: "As soon as I make t his move, I'mma hit you with somethin' proper."

impasta rasta

noun · general sl. · new school

1. a way to refer to someone who tries to imitate and/or pretend to be of Jamaican decent. See also: fakin' Jamacian

I need you like a fish need a raincoat

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a witty way to tell someone you don't need or want anything from him/her [usually when someone acts like you can't do anything without him/her].

in

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. to have the opportunity, approval, or acceptance one has been working for, wanting, or hoping for. (var. [to be] in there, in there like swimwear, in like Flynn, in there like last year, in there like I been there )

"We in now dawg." "I'm tyrin' to be in there like swimwear."

in a heart beat

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to say, "without hesitation", "immediately", or "right away".

"I would said yes in a heart beat."

in a knick of time

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. before the last possible moment.

"We got there just in a knick of time."

in a N.Y. state of mind

phrase · e. coast sl. · old & new school

1. in serious thought or a serious frame of of mind.

in ear

verb · general sl. · old & new school

1. to offer someone advice, input, or an opinion in confidence about his/her personal affairs [often having an influence on that person's decisions].

"Her moms always in her ear, that's why I don't like'er."

in feelin's

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. to be mad, upset, or angry.

"Leave her alone, cause she already in her feelin's."

in pocket

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. to owe or have someone owe you a great deal of money [usually stemming from a gambling debt]. (var. [to be] into [someone])

"How long you been in'is pockets?"

in power

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. to be in a position of authority, to give orders, or able to help people become successful.

"Them catz been in power since you left."

in smash

phrase · e. coast sl. · old & new school

1. to have someone under your complete control, influence, or authority. (var. [to have someone/something] locked/locked down/on lock/on lock down)

"Chill dawg, I got Shortie in smash." "He had the whole team in smash."

in the buildin'

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. an enthusiastic way to announce one's arrival or presence.

"Ladies and gentlemen, Cosmic Kev is the buildin'."

in the meantime in between time

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to say, "while we wait…", "while we have time…", "until…".

"In the mean time in between time lets go get somethin' to eat."

in the mix

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. involved. (var. [to be ] up in the mix)

"When somethin' bad happens you always somewhere in the mix."

in violation

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. one who has done something to wrong or disrespect a friendship or love one. (var. [to be] in total violation)

"Ya peoples in violation dawg."

incarcerated scarfaces

noun · e. coast sl. · new school

1. individuals who are in prison for selling drugs.

indian giver

noun · general sl. · old school

1. anyone who gives another something to own and then asks for it back.

"I'll be an Indian giver."

indo

noun · drug sl. · new school

1. a specific type of marijuana. (var. Indonesia)

indigo

noun · drug sl. · old & new school

1. a brand of marijuana

"That smell like that indigo."

intimidation game

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. one's convincing use of intimidation to get his/her way.

"We already hip to your intimidation game homie, that's not gonna work around here."

I play everything from marbles to manslaughter

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a witty way to respond to someone who asks you if you know how to play a certain kind of game.

I put myself out there

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a way to admit the cause of one's own troubles or dilemma is the result of one's foolishness.

"Its too late for that, I put myself out there."

I put that on everything

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a way to swear, give one's word, promise, or guarantee. (var. I put that on my life/on everything I love/on everything/on my momz/on ma dukes/on my seeds/on my hood/on my wiz/on my miz) See also: that's on everything

"I'mma pay you back man, I put that on everything."

I rather be carried by six, then judged by twelve

phrase · criminal sl. · old & new school

1. a way to declare that one would rather die then face a jury trial for criminal charges.

Iron

noun · criminal sl. · old & new school

1. a handgun

Iron horse

noun · general sl. · old & new school

1. a subway train

I said somethin' wrong, straighten it

phrase · southern sl.

1. new school a blunt way to challenge someone to do something after he/she has accused you of saying something offensive or disrespectful. (var. [if] I said somethin' wrong make it right)

I see ya work

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a hip and witty way to praise someone for his/her performance, achievement, or success. (var. I seen ya work)

"Yeah son, I see ya work." "I seen ya work last night."

I see you by yourself

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a way to greet someone who is in the company of another whom you don't like or have discontent for.

I seen better butts on a cigarette

phrase · e. coast sl. · old & new school

1. a witty way to disagree with someone's praise of a female's butt.

ish

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a covert way to say the word "shit".

"I like that ish." "Let me hear that ish."

ism

noun · e. coast sl. · new school

1. marijuana.

"They bought over madd ism."

issue

noun · prison sl. · new school

1. something one is guaranteed or supposed to get as a matter of one's right or policy. (var. [to receive one's] issue)

"All I want is my issue." "That's your issue."

issues

noun · general sl. · new school

1. unresolved personal and sometimes emotional problems which sometimes effect one's character and/or behavior.

"Shortie got too many issues for me."

is that right?

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a mockingly way to question or express skepticsm about someone's declaration, claim, boast, or vow.

is that/this some bullsh** or what?!

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a matter of fact way to express one's discontent, dissatisfaction, annoyance, disbelief, frustration, surprise or shock in response to a unpleasant surprise or unfair treatment.

"Tell me, is that some bullsh** or what, I was here longer than all these people and they get promoted."

I take'em 8 to 80 cripple, blind, or crazy

phrase · e. coast sl. · old & new school

1. a witty way to inform someone that you have no reservations about how a person looks when you are looking for a date.

2. a witty way to explain being with someone others may feel isn't up to standards.

it ain't easy bein' greazy

phrase · e. coast sl. · old & new school

1. a witty way to respond to someone who has accused you of being deceitful, untrustworthy, or dishonest.

it ain't that kind of party

phrase · general sl. · old new school

1. a way to inform someone that he/she has the wrong idea or picture concerning your actions or intentions.

2. a witty way to turn someone down.

"Look man, you gonna hafta tell your friends it ain't that kind of party."

it don't pay to be that nosy

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a sarcastic or witty way to reprimand or criticize someone for being so nosy. See also: that's why the graveyard full/packed now

"Look dawg, it don't pay to be that nosy, let's get outta here."

it don't take all day to figure that out

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a way to mock someone about the simplicity of figuring out the obvious. (var. it don't take a rocket scientist to figure it out, it don't take a whole lot to figure that out)

it gets greater later

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. an optimistic way to look at a bad situation or unpleasant circumstance.

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it is what it is

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a matter of fact way to say, "that's how things are" or "that's just the way it is" when being questioned about a controversial situation [also used in the context when one is not about to offer an explanation].

it's a beautiful thing

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. an enthusiastic way to describe feeling good or having a sense of euphoria when expressing feeling good about something.

it's a wrap

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. an enthusiastic way to announce the end of something when the ending is clear or inevitable [often used as a taunt].

2. a way to finalize an ending. (var. that's a wrap)

"It's a wrap now, she seen you." "Two more baskets and it's a wrap."

it's all about me

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to declare one's own self importance.

"This time around dawg, it's all about me."

it's all good

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a way to say something is, "okay", "fine", "no big deal", "nothing to get upset about" [sometimes used when one is trying to hide his/her true feelings towards a situation].

"It's all good, we can leave at six." "Tell Shortie she ain't never gotta call, it's all good."

its's all hood

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. an enthusiastic, boisterous, or sarcastic way to say that "everything is o.k./fine/satisfactory" [often used mockingly or tauntingly]. (var. it's all hood bee-otch)

"It's all hood, we got more comin'."

it's all on you

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to give someone the authority to make the decision. (var. it's on you)

"I can't stop you, it's all on you."

it's been real

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a departing term used to convey one had a real nice time and/or enjoyed oneself.

"I gotta go yo, but it's been real."

it's better to be pissed off, tha n pissed on

phrase · e. coast sl.

1. new school a witty way to console someone who exacted revenge against someone who upset, disrespected, or wronged him/her.

2. a term used to encourage someone to stand up for himself/herself.

it's either my way or the highway

phrase · general sl. · old &

1. school a way to inform someone he/she has no say in the decision making; a way to issue an ultimatum.

it's goin' down major/crazy

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a enthusiastic way to add hype to one's plan he/she is about to initiate or for an upcoming event. (var. it's goin' down like the Titanic/Fat People on Roller Skates/Ice Skates)

"You gotta be there cause it' goin' down crazy tonight."

it's gonna get ugly

phrase · general sl. · new school

1. a way to inform someone that things are going to get much worse [usually used as a way to taunt or intimidate one's opponent]. (var. it's about to get ugly)

"I'm leavin' cause it's gonna get ugly when she comes back."

it's like that?

phrase · e. coast sl. · old & new school

1. a way to question someone's actions or thoughts that have surprised you, confused you, or caught you off guard.

"Ayo dawg, it's like that?" "If it's like that let me know."

it's like that

phrase · e. coast sl. · old & new school

1. a matter of fact way to tell someone who is questioning you about your actions or statemnets that, "this is how it is" without the need to explain further.

2. a way to answer someone who uses the term "it's like that?" when questioning you.

"It's like that now dawg." "Yeah, it's like that between her and I."

it's my world, you just a squirrel tryin' to get a nut

phrase · general sl. · old school

1. a witty way to exude one's own self importance and/or authority. (var. it's my world)

it's not the beauty, it's the booty

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a way to tell someone how a person looks is of no importance when you are just trying to have sex with that person. (var. it's the booty, not the beauty)

it's on

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a term used to signify the start of something [usually used as a prelude to a challenge or confrontation]. (var. it's on like a pot of neck bones, it's on like Donkey Kong)

"It's on, and she don't even know it yet."

it's on

phrase · sexual sl. · old & new school

1. the initial moment before/between foreplay and sex is about to begin. (var [when] it's about to be on)

"Oh snap, it's about to be on now."

it's on and poppin'

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a term used to signify the start of something [usually used as a prelude to a challenge or confrontation]. (var. it's on and crackin')

"Tell Shortie it's on and poppin'."

it's on hell in here

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a way to describe how hot it is. (var. it's on hell outside)

"Open a window, it's on hell in here."

it's only right

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a way to relay that something is/was the right, fair, or just thing to do.

"It's only right you come with us." "Give it back, its only right."

it's your world

phrase · general sl. · old school

1. a playful or sarcastic way to appease someone who is in control, has an advantage and /or authority over you in an attempt to make that person feel important [usually used mockingly].

"Its your world pa, I can't say nothin'."

it's written all over your face

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to tell someone you can tell he/she is lying, guilty, or hiding something by the expression on his/her face.

"You don't hafta say nothin', it's written all over your face."

itches

noun · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a covert way to say the word "bit**es."

"Where them itches think they goin'?"

itty bitty titty committee

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. the fictitious name of a group whose members all have small breasts.

"Your girl must belong to the itty bitty titty committee."

I used to play this for bread and meat, if I ain't win, I ain't eat

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a witty way to boast about being an expert in a particular game or sport [usually used as a response to someone who asks you do you know how to play a certain game].

I walk with a limp and talk like a pimp

phrase · e. coast sl. · old & new school

1. a witty way to declare how cool and hip one is. (var. I walk with a limp, talk like a pimp and keep my stash/ pockets phat like the blimp)

I want it all, brand new socks and draws

phrase · southern sl.

1. new school a way to declare you want everything or you won't be satisfied until you get everything.

I was born at night … but not last night

phrase · general sl. · old school

1. a way to express disbelief to one's claim or story.

I was out

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a way to say that you were laughing very hard or you found something extremely funny.

2. a way to say that you were in a deep sleep.

"When I seen'em do that I was out." "He was out the whole ride."

I wish you would

phrase · general sl. · old & new school

1. a term used to partly warn and partly dare someone to do something [often used tauntingly or challengingly]. (var. boy I wish you would)

I wouldn't give the dog a bone if he brought a rabbit home

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a witty way to respond to someone's suggestion that you help a particular person you are dead set against helping. (var. I wouldn't give'em a glass of water if his whole mouth was on fire )

I wouldn't give you enough sh** to make your breath stink

phrase · e. coast sl. · new school

1. a witty or sarcastic way to tell someone "no" when that person asks you for something tangible [usually used to express one's discontent for the person asking].

I wouldn't sh** you, you my favorite turd

phrase · southern sl.

1. new school a witty way to tell someone you wouldn't try to deceive or lie to him/her when that person voices concern that you are not being truthful.

I81-U812

phrase · e. coast sl. · old school

1. an incorrect phone number you give someone who is persistent about getting your number and you just want to brush him/her off or make him/her leave you alone. J

in my direction/give them my address

phrase · southern sl. · new school

1. a term used to declare one's toughness or being unafraid when someone call his/her toughness or bravery into question [also used as a response to a verbal threat or challenge]. (var. [if you] see me an' a bear about to fight … pour honey on me , [if you] see me an'a lion about to fight …. tie a pork chop around my neck)