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.
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8Ball & MJG Lyrics
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Take it off,Take it off
Take it off,Take it off
Go head show me dat candy babe,
Show me dat candy,
Take it off,Take it off,
Take it off,Take it off.
Lemme see you take it off,
Take it off,Take it off,
Take it off,
Go head show me dat candy babe,
Go head show me dat candy,
Take it off,Take it off,
Take it off,Take it off,
I just can't get enuff,
I'i just can't get enuff.
(Verse 1-8Ball)
Yea yea,
Grab dat motherfuckin tight,
Don't play around wit me baby go'ne pull it out,
You know you wan't to bitch, I got you go'ne put it in yo mouth,
Call one of your girlfriends me and you plus her thats three,
I know yo pill kickin in i can tell by the way you lookin at me,
Shake that big ol round caramel brown sexy ass,
Hit this weed, Wat else you need imma go and get that fast,
Roll yo hips to tha beat, girl slide yo ass up and down that pole,
The way you doin that dance make a pimp like me lose control,
Them jeans fit so tight,I know wats up under there so right,
(damn)Pack a bag, a bitch like you need to be spendin the night,
Need to be ridin wit me, Rollin up trees and catchin flights,
Don't be so fly wit me, Let me put this dick up in yo life.
(Hook x2
Lemme see you take it off,
Take it off,Take it off,
Take it off,
Go head show me dat candy babe,
Go head show me dat candy,
Take it off,Take it off,
Take it off,Take it off,
I just can't get enuff,
I'i just can't get enuff.
(Verse 2-MJG)
I saw you walkin in tha club witcha throwback,
Witcha hair bent up, Witcha flip flops on,
Now go head take it off get naked, Mix a lil r&b over a hard hip hop song,
MJ, I be the narrator of the song you dance to when you get tips,
You go hard, even when yo pimp got you,
Witcha racoon eyes, and yo swole up big lips,
Now i be sittin in the front row right before come
out of the back room waitin for a strip tease,
Can I get me a table dance without all the attitude and the lip please,
Can we go into the V.I.P of the V.I.P in the back of the back room,
Baby you can come with something creative that gonna
make me wanna hurry up and try to come back soon,
Can you get down and work the pole,
you know once you come out the stage i wanna see you do it,
Go head put your legs on tha pole,
Spin around bring you upside down it aint nothin to it,
All yall lookin good to me,
I just wanna reach out with my finger tips tickle it and touch one,
Ride this wood, Ride it good,
You make me fell like i like i, i wanna bust one.
(Hook x2)
Lemme see you take it off,
Take it off,Take it off,
Take it off,
Go head show me dat candy babe,
Go head show me dat candy,
Take it off,Take it off,
Take it off,Take it off,
I just can't get enuff,
I'i just can't get enuff.
(Verse 3 8Ball & MJG)
(8Ball)now you got that fire I can see it in yo eyes,
Mama that aint no lie,Wat kinda dude would i be if
i could stand right here and dont even try,
Wanna kiss them thighs let a real nigga taste that cherry pie,
Watch you and lil mama get started on the way to the house in my ride,
Stop and get my two best friends cigarillos and a pack of condoms,
Take them clothes off let a nigga see that candy lil mama,
(MJG)Imma hit you with this eye,
that yo girlfriend baby girl she already know that,
You kickin to this lil classic kid,
It'll make you wanna reminous something like a throwback,
MJ, pimp tight, i been waitin patiently to see your
ass cheek wiggle little,
Stop playin wit me, I wanna see you pull a thug to
the side like you really wanna give it up,
Stick a finger in yo mouth,Lick it up a lil bit now slowly suck down,
Next time imma get the airport shuttle and drop me
off at the club when i touch down.
(Hook x2)
Lemme see you take it off,
Take it off,Take it off,
Take it off,
Go head show me dat candy babe,
Go head show me dat candy,
Take it off,Take it off,
Take it off,Take it off,
I just can't get enuff,
I'i just can't get enuff.
The lyrics to "Take It Off" by 8Ball & MJG feat. Poo Bear are focused on the desire to see someone remove their clothes, particularly during a strip tease or lap dance scenario. The song includes explicit language and sexual references throughout, portraying a lustful and eager attitude towards the female subject.
The repeated phrase "take it off" reinforces the request for the person to undress, urging them to reveal their body. The lyrics also emphasize the desire to see the person's "candy," which is a metaphor for their intimate and enticing physical attributes. The repeated use of this phrase highlights the song's emphasis on sensual and sexual enjoyment.
The verses by 8Ball and MJG describe various aspects of the strip club experience. They mention the anticipation of the act itself, the appreciation for the woman's physical appearance, and the desire for a more intimate connection. The lyrics express a preference for a sexually liberated and confident woman who is comfortable performing on stage and interacting with clients.
Throughout the song, there is a focus on the visual enjoyment of the strip tease, including descriptions of sensual dance moves and the female body. The lyrics suggest a desire to engage in sexual acts with the person being observed on stage, emphasizing the sexual arousal and enjoyment derived from the performance.
Overall, "Take It Off" is a sexually charged song that celebrates the allure and eroticism of strip club culture. It highlights the excitement and desire to see someone undress and perform seductive movements, while also portraying a craving for more intimate connections and sexual encounters.
Line by Line Meaning
I wanna see you take it off.
I want to witness you removing your clothes.
Take it off,Take it off
Remove your clothes entirely.
Go head show me dat candy babe
Proceed and reveal your private parts, my dear.
Show me dat candy
Expose your intimate areas to me.
I just can't get enuff
I am unable to obtain an adequate amount.
Yea yea
Yes, indeed.
Grab dat motherfuckin tight
Grasp firmly and tightly.
Don't play around wit me baby go'ne pull it out
Do not hesitate, my dear, and reveal it.
You know you wan't to bitch, I got you go'ne put it in yo mouth
You desire it, my dear, I will make sure it enters your mouth.
Call one of your girlfriends me and you plus her thats three
Contact one of your female friends, so the three of us can engage in sexual activities together.
I know yo pill kickin in i can tell by the way you lookin at me
I am aware that the effects of the drugs you have consumed are manifesting, as evidenced by the way you are gazing at me.
Shake that big ol round caramel brown sexy ass
Generate motion using your voluptuous rear end that possesses a large, circular, attractive, caramel brown appearance.
Hit this weed, Wat else you need imma go and get that fast
Consume this marijuana, and if you require any other substances, I will promptly acquire them for you.
Roll yo hips to tha beat, girl slide yo ass up and down that pole
Move your pelvic area in synchronization with the rhythm, and maneuver your posterior along the length of the pole.
The way you doin that dance make a pimp like me lose control
Your dance style is causing a procurer like me to lose self-restraint.
Them jeans fit so tight,I know wats up under there so right
Your jeans are tightly fitted, and I am aware of the appealing nature of what lies beneath.
Pack a bag, a bitch like you need to be spendin the night
Prepare your belongings, as a woman of your kind ought to stay overnight.
Need to be ridin wit me, Rollin up trees and catchin flights
You should accompany me, engage in the act of rolling marijuana cigarettes, and travel by airplane.
Don't be so fly wit me, Let me put this dick up in yo life
Do not display arrogance towards me, allow me to engage in sexual intercourse with you.
I saw you walkin in tha club witcha throwback
I observed you entering the club with your old-school outfit.
Witcha hair bent up, Witcha flip flops on
With your hair styled upwards, and wearing flip flops.
Now go head take it off get naked, Mix a lil r&b over a hard hip hop song
Now proceed and remove your clothes, become entirely nude, blending a small amount of rhythm and blues with a powerful hip hop track.
MJ, I be the narrator of the song you dance to when you get tips
I, MJ, serve as the storyteller of the music you dance to when you receive gratuities.
You go hard, even when yo pimp got you
You put in significant effort, despite the presence of your procurer.
Witcha racoon eyes, and yo swole up big lips
With your heavily darkened eye makeup and enlarged lips.
Can I get me a table dance without all the attitude and the lip please
May I request a lap dance without encountering your negative demeanor and unnecessary remarks?
Can we go into the V.I.P of the V.I.P in the back of the back room
Could we enter the most exclusive section within the already privileged area located at the rear of the venue?
Baby you can come with something creative that gonna make me wanna hurry up and try to come back soon
Darling, if you can provide a unique experience that compels me to return promptly, I would greatly appreciate it.
Can you get down and work the pole
Are you capable of demonstrating your expertise in pole dancing?
Spin around bring you upside down it aint nothin to it
Rotate your body, causing you to be positioned upside down on the pole, it is not a difficult task.
All yall lookin good to me
All of you appear visually appealing to my eyes.
I just wanna reach out with my finger tips tickle it and touch one
I simply desire to extend my fingertips and gently caress and fondle one of you.
Ride this wood, Ride it good
Engage in sexual intercourse, particularly involving the male genitalia, perform the act with proficiency.
You make me fell like i like i, i wanna bust one
You elicit sensations within me that make me feel the need to ejaculate.
Now you got that fire I can see it in yo eyes
Now you possess intense passion, I can perceive it within your gaze.
Mama that aint no lie
My dear, that is an undeniable truth.
Wat kinda dude would i be if i could stand right here and dont even try
What type of individual would I be if I remained in this proximity without even making an attempt?
Wanna kiss them thighs let a real nigga taste that cherry pie
I desire to bestow kisses upon your inner thighs, allowing a genuine man to sample your intimate parts.
Watch you and lil mama get started on the way to the house in my ride
Observe you and the other young lady initiate an activity as we travel towards my residence in my vehicle.
Stop and get my two best friends cigarillos and a pack of condoms
Halt and accompany me to obtain cigarillos and a package of condoms, my most trusted companions.
Take them clothes off let a nigga see that candy lil mama
Remove your garments, allowing me, a man of African descent, to witness your enticing private parts.
Imma hit you with this eye, that yo girlfriend baby girl she already know that
I will employ a seductive gaze towards you, and your female companion is already aware of this, my dear.
You kickin to this lil classic kid, It'll make you wanna reminous something like a throwback
You are responding positively to this small, nostalgic composition, making you reminiscent of past experiences.
MJ, pimp tight, i been waitin patiently to see your ass cheek wiggle little
MJ, a highly skilled procurer, has been waiting patiently for the opportunity to observe your buttocks move in a provocative manner.
Stop playin wit me, I wanna see you pull a thug to the side like you really wanna give it up
Cease teasing me, I desire to witness you privately approach a gangster, indicating a genuine willingness to engage in sexual activities.
Stick a finger in yo mouth,Lick it up a lil bit now slowly suck down
Place a finger within your mouth, moisten it slightly with your tongue, and proceed to suck on it gradually.
Next time imma get the airport shuttle and drop me off at the club when i touch down
In the future, I shall arrange for an airport transportation service to drop me off directly at the club upon my arrival.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Royalty Network, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ADAM TONY FENTON, PETE SMITH, JAMES TODD SMITH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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