Gossip & Storytelling
“I will talk to you at an undetermined time in the future.”
No yelling is actually neccessary
I'll Holla!
You’ve chosen the worst possible person, at the worst possible time, to agitate or otherwise upset.
I am not the one
The aroma that someone’s body is giving off has strong hints of grass, dirt, and/or must after coming indoors.
SMELLING LIKE OUTSIDE
“You can relate, right?”
Hint: No touching is required
...YOU FEEL ME?
Impeccably dressed” or “well put-together.
Casket Sharp
A response to tantalizing information that requires further investigation to suss out the validity of a claim.
Mom may just say, "REALLY...Is that so?"
Let me find out
Bring it on,” or “arrive”/”come”/”come here.
Pull Up!
A phrase spoken to children by their parents to remind them that they are NOT on the same level.
I ain’t one of your little friends
“Everything is okay. There is no need to worry.”
It’s all good
“Don’t let the evil spirit of deceit take pride in your behavior.”
Tell the truth, shame the devil
Minding someone else’s business.
Hint: There is no fruity mixed drink involved.
All up in the kool-aid…
Warning spoken to children by parents when entering a store.
When we get in here, don’t touch nothin’
Remove yourself from my sight and be seated.
Get somewhere and sit down
Very good
Hint: Remember that we often say the opposite of what we mean.
BAD
Does anyone have anything else to say?
If all hearts and minds are clear…
I shouldn’t speak on that issue because I know very little about it and don't want to tell a falsehood.
Don’t get me to lyin’
The phrase is the LAST thing a crying person wants to hear...
Stop crying or i’ll give you something to cry about
“I know you see me over here, but you’re not going to address me?”
Oh, you can’t speak?
To be ‘really good,’ but, ya know…better than that.
Hint: Think of a GOOD meal
Bussin’
This is a celebratory statement of gratitude toward God/the Divine for doing something good in one’s life.
Won't He Do It!
A phrase signaling the beginning of a story and the potential spilling of some piping hot tea.
Okay, so boom
Please change your facial expression.
FIX YOUR FACE!
“Your behavior in public is unacceptable and embarrassing. I may have to refrain from being seen with you in mixed company.
I can’t take you nowhere!
A phrase used when your friend is making a decision that you do not make but, you don't care anymore.
Hint: You do agree with
If you like it, I love it
God is still working on me.
He Ain't Done With Me Yet