Released: 2002
“Taste It” by Busta Rhymes is a high-energy track that celebrates life, partying, and, let’s be real, getting down with the ladies. The song mixes playful sexual innuendos with vibrant imagery and a beat that just makes you want to move. It’s all about confidence and enjoying the moment.
From the jump, Busta kicks things off with that classic hype energy: “YO!!!! YUH DUN KNOW!!!!” It sets the tone for a party atmosphere, almost like he’s declaring, ‘Get ready, we’re about to turn up!’ He’s not just talking; he’s demanding your attention and respect, saying, ‘When I speak, you better listen.’
As he dives deeper, there’s this raw excitement about the dance floor. He mentions ‘Dutty Wine’—that’s a dance move that originated in Jamaica. It’s all about getting low and moving your body in ways that catch eyes. Busta describes the vibe: ‘Come hear gyal, weh yuh a do, hmmm what a gwaan?’ It’s flirty, it’s fun, and it shows he’s all about the party.
Busta isn’t shy when he talks about physical attraction. Lines like, ‘Bend ova and spread and mek mi stick it in and bun it up’ really show he’s embracing that confident, playful sexuality. The use of Jamaican Patois makes it feel authentic and connected to his roots, giving listeners a taste of the Caribbean vibe while keeping it explicit.
Then comes the hook, which is all about twerking. The repetition of ‘twerk it’ emphasizes that he’s in the moment and enjoying every bit of it. It’s catchy and rhythmic, drawing people into the energy of the dance. It’s almost like an anthem for letting loose, and that’s what hip-hop is about—celebration and expression.
