Speaking to GRM about his stage name, AJ explained:
"Basically when I used to shot, I couldnโt give my real name. I used to wear loads of Armani, so I called myself AJ. The Tracey comes from this guy called Stacey in my ends. Everyone used to be/is scared of him so I thought, if a man has a girlโs name and heโs still scaring people, the maybe I should try doing it so I can be THAT guy."
Whether itโs sets on Rinse or Radar Radio alongside his crew, My Team Paid, street singles with rising talents like Dave and Reeko Squeeze, or collaborations with big names like Gorgon City, Tinchy Stryder and P Money, over recent years, AJ has proven himself to be one to watch.
Sure enough, in 2016, he won Best Breakthrough Act at the Rated Awards, and was nominated for the Best Newcomer and Best Grime Act categories at the MOBOs. Following the release of his Lil Tracey EP in December, he also made the BBC Sound of 2017 longlist, the Independentโs Ones to Watch 2017 and the VEVO dscvr Ones to Watch 2017 list. He toured the UK and US throughout 2017.
In October 2017, he released the Secure the Bag! EP, featuring guest vocals from Jme, Denzel Curry, 67 and Craig David. The eight-track project became his first to enter the UK Albums Chart, coming in at number thirteen.
In early 2018, AJ Tracey modelled for the OVO clothing line in 2018.[26] In May 2018, Tracey released the single "Butterflies" featuring Not3s. The song served as AJ Tracey's commercial breakthrough, peaking at number 19 on the UK Singles Chart. The single was followed up with "Lo(v/s)er", which peaked at number 38. Tracey also featured on Craig David's album "The Time is now" collaborating on the track "Somebody like me". In early July 2019 the Swedish rapper Z.E [sv] released his second album, Mer รคn rap ("more than rap"). Tracey was featured on the title track "More Than Rap".
On 21 November 2018, Tracey announced the pre-order of his self-titled debut album, released on 8 February 2019. The lead single, "Doing It", was released for streaming and digital on the same day. Four more singles were released to promote AJ Tracey: "Butterflies" featuring Not3s, "Psych Out!", "Necklace" featuring Jay Critch, and "Ladbroke Grove". AJ Tracey debuted at number three on the UK Albums Chart and is certified Silver by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI). "Ladbroke Grove" became Tracey's highest-charting single peaking at number three on the UK Singles Chart. On 10 October 2019, Tracey announced the upcoming release of a deluxe edition of AJ Tracey, to feature five new songs and a couple of surprises. The album was released on 25 October. On 14 February 2020, AJ Tracey announced his Australian tour starting in Adelaide on 24 April, but was later postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
On 22 March 2021, AJ Tracey announced via a fake press conference on YouTube his second studio album titled Flu Game as well as the album's tracklist, which was released on 16 April 2021. The album includes singles such as Dinner Guest, West Ten, "Anxious", and "Bringing It Back". 5 hours prior to the release of the album, AJ released the single "Little More Love" as well as releasing a music video on YouTube.
Butterflies
AJ Tracey Lyrics
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Yeah yeah yeah
'Cause I just came to relax one time
Baby saying, "Young nigga, how you act so fly?"
She be sweating when it's back shot time
I told her slow down, baby take your time
She don't spread it for them wasteman there
Them other tings, man they don't compare
She's the only one that gets my shine
'Cause I just came to relax one time
Baby saying, "Young nigga, how you act so fly?"
She be sweating when it's back shot time
I told her slow down, baby take your time
She don't spread it for them wasteman there
Oh no, 'cause she knows that's mine
Them other tings, man they don't compare
She's the only one that gets my shine
Why you acting like you wanna go?
Have a drink, drop it south like it's 1-0 road
You like me on a high, but I'm on a low
Call your bredrins, we can vibe, we can run a show
Drink strong liquor, got the party jumping
I wanna get you home and give your ting a thumping
I carve the pussy up like I'm cutting pumpkin
Pussy like the English channel every time I jump in (splash)
Fuck your man and who your man know
Shooters getting peeled like a mango
Two-step with me, we can tango
Man know everywhere I go I make the gang go
Gang
She smells like a peach and her skin sparkle
I bruck it in the kitchen have her run a marble
Pull up in a rented Lam'
Made her wanna car pool
Ice on my wrist give a nigga Carpal
'Cause I just came to relax one time
Baby saying, "Young nigga, how you act so fly?"
She be sweating when it's back shot time
I told her slow down, baby take your time
She don't spread it for them wasteman there
Oh no, 'cause she knows that's mine
Them other tings, man they don't compare
She's the only one that gets my shine
'Cause I just came to relax one time
Baby saying, "Young nigga, how you act so fly?"
She be sweating when it's back shot time
I told her slow down, baby take your time
She don't spread it for them wasteman there
Oh no, 'cause she knows that's mine
Them other tings, man they don't compare
She's the only one that gets my shine
She's the sweetest jawn
And I'm praying that she rolls my way
'Cause her backoff be bigger than Jupiter
That's floating up in space
Oh babe, don't tease me now
Don't try run them mind games
Don't play, make it easier
Girl I love the way your nails look good
And your body look cute
Yeah I love the way it's like that
Hands up in the clouds
'Pon my mountain top
Girl I like the way you climb that
Too dank in my loud pack
Thumping the back, 'cause I love off the bounce back
Your ex man's a lab rat
Talks about "trap trap"
He don't get cash
Go tell that pussy'ole 'llow that
'Cause I just came to relax one time
Baby saying, "Young nigga, how you act so fly?"
She be sweating when it's back shot time
I told her slow down, baby take your time
She don't spread it for them wasteman there
Oh no, 'cause she knows that's mine
Them other tings, man they don't compare
She's the only one that gets my shine
'Cause I just came to relax one time
Baby saying, "Young nigga, how you act so fly?"
She be sweating when it's back shot time
I told her slow down, baby take your time
She don't spread it for them wasteman there
Oh no, 'cause she knows that's mine
Them other tings, man they don't compare
She's the only one that gets my shine
'Cause I just came to relax one time
Baby saying, "Young nigga, how you act so fly?"
She be sweating when it's back shot time
I told her slow down, baby take your time
She don't spread it for them wasteman there
Oh no, 'cause she knows that's mine
Them other tings, man they don't compare
She's the only one that gets my shine
The song "Butterflies" by AJ Tracey is a love song that describes the artist's attraction towards a woman who he considers to be special. AJ Tracey has come to relax and spend some time with his girl, who is impressed by his incredible style. She is very attentive during back shot time but he reminds her to slow down and take her time. AJ Tracey describes how his girl is loyal to him and doesn't spread it for them wasteman there. He appreciates her and loves to show her affection since she is the only one that gets his shine. Throughout the song, AJ Tracey highlights his admiration for his girl, who he considers the sweetest jawn, and his lack of interest in other tings.
The lyrics are easy to follow and highlight AJ Tracey's confident and smooth approach to his girl. This song blends elements of grime, trap, and hip hop music, with the unique sound of the artist, Nyge, who produced the beat. The song showcases AJ Tracey's ability to switch comfortably between genres, making it enjoyable to listen to by audiences with varying music tastes. The chorus and verses are catchy, while the beat is vibrant and bouncy, which makes the song a hit in the club and radio stations.
Here are some interesting facts about the song:
Line by Line Meaning
It sounds like Nyge
The beat sounds like it was produced by Nyge
'Cause I just came to relax one time
I'm just here to chill for a bit
Baby saying, "Young nigga, how you act so fly?"
My girl is complimenting my style and swag
She be sweating when it's back shot time
She gets worked up when we have sex from behind
I told her slow down, baby take your time
I'm asking her to take it easy and enjoy the moment
She don't spread it for them wasteman there
She only sleeps with me and not any other guys who aren't worth her time
Oh no, 'cause she knows that's mine
She knows I'm possessive over her and won't share her with anyone else
Them other tings, man they don't compare
Other girls can't compete with her
She's the only one that gets my shine
She is the one who brings out the best in me
Why you acting like you wanna go?
Why are you acting like you want to leave?
Have a drink, drop it south like it's 1-0 road
Let's have a drink and get loose like we're partying in the 10th district of London
You like me on a high, but I'm on a low
You prefer to party, but I like to relax
Call your bredrins, we can vibe, we can run a show
Invite your friends and let's have fun together
Drink strong liquor, got the party jumping
We're drinking heavy alcohol and having a wild time
I wanna get you home and give your ting a thumping
I want to have sex with you
I carve the pussy up like I'm cutting pumpkin
I'm skilled at sex and can make her feel amazing
Pussy like the English channel every time I jump in (splash)
Her vagina is always wet when we have sex
Fuck your man and who your man know
I don't care about your boyfriend and his social circle
Shooters getting peeled like a mango
My crew is violent and will hurt anyone who messes with us
Two-step with me, we can tango
Let's dance together
Man know everywhere I go I make the gang go (gang)
Everywhere I go, my crew follows me
She smells like a peach and her skin sparkle
She smells great and her skin is beautiful
I bruck it in the kitchen have her run a marble
I had sex with her in the kitchen while she was leaning against the counter
Pull up in a rented Lam', made her wanna car pool
I arrived in a Lamborghini and she wanted to ride with me in my car
Ice on my wrist give a nigga Carpal
I have so much jewelry on my wrist that it's causing pain
She's the sweetest jawn
She's the nicest girl
And I'm praying that she rolls my way
I hope she chooses to be with me
'Cause her backoff be bigger than Jupiter
Her butt is huge
That's floating up in space
It's so big that it's like a planet floating in space
Oh babe, don't tease me now
Don't lead me on if you're not interested
Don't try run them mind games
Don't play games with my head
Girl I love the way your nails look good
I love how her nails are always done nicely
And your body look cute
She has an attractive body
Yeah I love the way it's like that
I love how she looks and acts
Hands up in the clouds 'pon my mountain top
She's happy and carefree around me
Girl I like the way you climb that
I like how she behaves towards me
Too dank in my loud pack
I have too much weed in my stash
Thumping the back, 'cause I love off the bounce back
I'm having rough sex with her and enjoying it
Your ex man's a lab rat
Your former boyfriend is a loser
Talks about 'trap trap', he don't get cash
He talks about drug dealing, but he's not really making any money
Go tell that pussy'ole 'llow that
Go tell him to stop trying
Lyrics ยฉ DistroKid, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Che Wolton Grant, Lukman Odunaike, Nyandoro Kelly
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ajtracey
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@alwayswinning9910
Hahaha u know what we were up too
@Jake-rh7un
Hi
@ddhfswadghbedc861
GUTTED ULL NO MAKE IT UP TO DUNDEE FOR RADIO ONE WANTED YOU TO COME SO WE CAN RELAX ONE TIME SO I CAN SAY NIGGA WHY U ACT SO FINE! JUST OUT JAIL N AJ BOUNCING THREW THE HOUSE MISSED HIS FACE AND TUNEZ
@1prodesigner
Pansy mate... you need one of my melodies I feel. This sound like it was made on a Spectrum.
@Jake-rh7un
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@Kaidoz
This bangs!
@Fizz10
man like kaidoz
@charliejenkins9995
need a translator for you lot
@Kaidoz
My bro Fizz