They first appeared on the rap scene with their 1993 album Comin' Out Hard. The album was successful commercially as well as critically and established the group as a prominent act in the then emerging Southern Rap scene. Their subsequent albums in the 1990s including 1994's On the Outside Looking In, and 1995's On Top of the World cemented their status as some of the South's best rappers. On Top of the World was particularly succeessful, peaking at #8 on the Billboard Hot 200 and being certified Gold. After those albums both 8Ball & MJG released solo albums, first MJG's No More Glory in 1997 and then 8Ball's Lost in 1998. They reunited in 1999 to release their fourth album as a group, titled In Our Lifetime, Vol. 1
For their later releases they signed with Bad Boy Records. Their first album for Bad Boy Records, Living Legends, was certified Gold by the RIAA. Their second album on Bad Boy Records was titled Ridin High and was released in March 2007.
Commercially one of the high points of 8Ball & MJG's career was their being featured on Three 6 Mafia's hit song "Stay Fly" in 2005. That song peaked at #13 on the Billboard Hot 100, which is the biggest hit of Three 6 Mafia's career and the biggest hit for 8Ball & MJG. The song was a collaboration between two of the most successful rap groups from the state of Tennessee, where Three 6 Mafia also hail from.
Today 8Ball and MJG also head their own record labels. 8Ball heads 8 Ways Entertainment (distributed by Koch Entertainment), while MJG heads MJG Muzik. On their label are the young, up and coming Memphis duo, Da Volunteers, who are widely known throughout the Southern United States for their 2006 single, "What's Yo Favorite Color?", which glorifies their neighborhood of Orange Mound.
In September 2007, 8Ball and MJG signed deals in Sacramento, CA with Real Talk Entertainment 8Ball released a group album with E.D.I of the Outlawz entitled Doin' It Big on April 1, 2008 and MJG released a solo album entitled Pimp Tight on April 29, 2008.
In June 2008 the group announced that they have officially signed onto T.I.'s record label Grand Hustle.
That Girl
8Ball & MJG Lyrics
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Ooh that girl, that girl, that girl, oh talk about that girl that girl
yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
That girl, that girl, that girl...
Say look at me baby, I've been looking at you too
Trying to understand the thing that you want MJ to do
Ain't it funny how the time easily slips away
And we lay upon the beach we can each get cosy
On the other end where the people don't know me
Show me, any little thing that you feel like
Let me know the spot that gets you hot and make it feel right
Introduce some plans, to the elementary game
We can be connected with a number and a name
Strange how women make you chase them for awhile
Then when you approach them they get timid like a child
Ain't no sugar in my tank, no deductions in my bank
Never never, mad mad this steels to clever
But I'm trying to get her on a trip of my world
Seven days, six nights -- that girl
That girl, that girl knows that she's so fine
I've got to have her in my life (that girl, that girl)
What could I do to make her understand
That I could surely be her man (that girl, that girl)
Take a nigga baby can we get out, go oversea
Don't mind at the house bring you body with me
I've been really taking notes on the way that you maintain
You're one out of akind entitled to the same thing
Opportunity knocks for you girl let it be
Yet it don't stop to the ?
I know you've wondering how long could it last
But trust in the future and let the day be the past
I'm taking you dancing, you've just got good legs
But all I vision is some real good times
That we could be having in the blink of an eye
Impossible dream we can achieve if we try
It's the brother who cut for youMentally and physically
What would it take for you, do you really want to get with G's
My mission to hold my angel my pearl
But we still live as strangers -- that girl
That girl, that girl knows that she's so fine
I've got to have her in my life (that girl, that girl)
What could I do to make her understand
That I should surely be her man (that girl, that girl)
You look marvellous in your jeans, that queen
Thinking about the entrance you made at the club scene
You know you're looking goodSo I just let it ride
Too many in the hood that have already tried
They said you be looking for things I can't produce
Like a fast life, and quick dreams
To tell you the truth, competiton is blowing my hustle about position
Concidences keep us apart
It's hard to listen to somebody that you don't even trust
you don't know
Places that I want you to come, you don't go
Half all playing the game of cat and mouse
But before you start running your mouth or getting out
You don't want a man, you want somebody to play with
Knowing it's impossible for you to stay with
So real don't forget that I said
Probem is went to her head
That girl knows that she's so fine
I've got to have her in my life (that girl, that girl)
What could I do to make her understand
That I could surely be her man (that girl, that girl) x2
I want you (I want you)I want to see you (I want to see you)
I'll do anything (I'll do anything)
Girl if you don't want to (don't want to)
I won't force you (force you)
I want to find someone who wants to be right here right in my world
I want you (I want you)I want to see you (I want to see you)
Repeat and fade
In this song, 8Ball & MJG express their fascination for a certain girl, who seems to have caught their attention. The song's chorus repeatedly emphasizes the girl's beauty by saying "that girl," in referral to her persona. The duo tries to pursue her by telling her that they have been observing her for quite some time, and they want to satisfy whatever her desires are. They highlight the fact that women can sometimes be hesitant when they are approached by men trying to court them. This could be due to past experiences or just insecurity towards dating. The song conveys a man's sincere efforts to get to know the girl more and take her to places she has never gone to before, but he seems to struggle in building the trust necessary for a relationship to develop.
Overall, "That Girl" is a romantic song that emphasizes the importance of communication in a relationship. The artist's willingness to understand the woman's needs and go the extra mile to make her happy is something that is not always found in everyday relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
That girl ooh, that girl ooh, that girl, that girl, that girl
The singer is very interested in and enchanted by a particular girl.
Ooh that girl, that girl, that girl, oh talk about that girl that girl yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah That girl, that girl, that girl...
The singer can't stop thinking about this girl and wants to talk about her more.
Say look at me baby, I've been looking at you too Trying to understand the thing that you want MJ to do
The singer has been observing the girl and wants to know what he can do to win her over.
Ain't it funny how the time easily slips away I've been thinking about you sugar every moment every day
The artist can't stop thinking about the girl and how time seems to fly by when he does.
And we lay upon the beach we can each get cosy On the other end where the people don't know me
The artist envisions a romantic getaway with the girl where they can be alone and comfortable without any distractions.
Show me, any little thing that you feel like Let me know the spot that gets you hot and make it feel right
The singer wants the girl to be open and honest about what turns her on and to allow him to please her in any way he can.
Introduce some plans, to the elementary game We can be connected with a number and a name
The singer suggests making plans and building a real relationship with the girl, even discussing exchanging contact information.
Strange how women make you chase them for awhile Then when you approach them they get timid like a child
The artist notes how women sometimes play hard to get only to become shy when pursued.
Ain't no sugar in my tank, no deductions in my bank Never never, mad mad this steels to clever
The artist asserts that he is financially secure and not playing games in his pursuit of this girl.
But I'm trying to get her on a trip of my world Seven days, six nights -- that girl
The artist wants to take the girl on a romantic vacation where they can explore and enjoy each other's company.
That girl, that girl knows that she's so fine I've got to have her in my life (that girl, that girl) What could I do to make her understand That I could surely be her man (that girl, that girl)
Despite knowing how attractive the girl is, the singer wants to prove himself and make her his romantic partner.
Take a nigga baby can we get out, go oversea Don't mind at the house bring you body with me I've been really taking notes on the way that you maintain You're one out of a kind entitled to the same thing
The artist wants to sweep the girl off her feet and take her on a luxurious trip, admiring the way she takes care of herself.
Opportunity knocks for you girl let it be Yet it don't stop to the ? I know you've wondering how long could it last But trust in the future and let the day be the past
The singer encourages the girl to seize the opportunities presented to her, even though there may be doubts about how long their relationship will last. He wants her to trust in the future and move forward.
I'm taking you dancing, you've just got good legs But all I vision is some real good times That we could be having in the blink of an eye Impossible dream we can achieve if we try
The singer wants to take the girl out and have a good time, knowing that their connection could lead to great things with some effort and time.
It's the brother who cut for you Mentally and physically What would it take for you, do you really want to get with G's My mission to hold my angel my pearl But we still live as strangers -- that girl
The singer wants to prove himself to be the best partner for the girl, offering his mental and physical support, but acknowledges that they still don't really know each other yet.
You look marvellous in your jeans, that queen Thinking about the entrance you made at the club scene You know you're looking good So I just let it ride Too many in the hood that have already tried
The artist admires the girl's style and confidence, but knows that she has received attention from others before him.
They said you be looking for things I can't produce Like a fast life, and quick dreams To tell you the truth, competiton is blowing my hustle about position
Others have told the artist that the girl wants things he can't provide, like a lavish lifestyle. He is also hindered by competition that challenges his success.
Concidences keep us apart It's hard to listen to somebody that you don't even trust you don't know Places that I want you to come, you don't go Half all playing the game of cat and mouse But before you start running your mouth or getting out You don't want a man, you want somebody to play with Knowing it's impossible for you to stay with So real don't forget that I said Probem is went to her head
Despite the potential connection between them, the singer feels that the girl is not fully invested in a serious relationship due to trust issues and a tendency to play games. He worries that the problem is getting to her head.
I want you (I want you) I want to see you (I want to see you) I'll do anything (I'll do anything) Girl if you don't want to (don't want to) I won't force you (force you) I want to find someone who wants to be right here right in my world
The singer expresses his desire and willingness to do whatever it takes to win the girl over, but also understands that he can't force her to choose him. He wants to be with someone who truly wants to be with him.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Henry Cosby, Candice Ghant, Joe Hinton
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
G-Dub
It's amazing that this dude turn out to be one of the hardest south rap legends of all time 😊
kosmique
he been that since forever , however i like the old version of him better than what he doing nowadays
Eric Dewayne
Please believe it
DJ9A
Shonuff the best n the south
KingJaymo2k11
G-Dub 85 he was that before this song...
edward martin
MJG danced at the end, which was different for an underground, hardcore rapper. But until this day no one has ever brought it up or dissed him or 8 Ball. Now thats respect!!!
Troy Dogg
MJG is a legend..it was just a video lol
Richard Dixon
@Blvk Mirror They were known to up guns if names came up. They ran up on Ghetto Mafia from ATL back in the day over some lyrics
Blvk Mirror
facts 💯 and he had his nipples pierced on the album cover
Kenny Rock
The better never Disssssss!!!!