Parley Definition & Meaning

parley
noun
  1. a negotiation between enemies
verb
  1. discuss, as between enemies

"Parley" in song lyrics

See how parley is used in real songs:

  • "And slingin yay, now when we parley"
    Hollow Tip — Blow Up
  • "So get your boogie on and parley"
    J-Live — Can I Get It?
  • "then I sail these serpent seas to Cuba and parley"
    Kurious — Spell It Wit a J (Yes, Yes Jorge)

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