Aceyalone (born Eddie Hayes) is an American rapper, known for his command o… Read Full Bio ↴Aceyalone (born Eddie Hayes) is an American rapper, known for his command of words & language. A founding member of: Freestyle Fellowship (with Mikah 9, P.E.A.C.E., Self Jupiter & producer J-Sumbi), Haiku D'Etat (with Myka 9 and Abstract Rude), The A-Team (with Abstract Rude) & Aceyalone & RJD2 (with RJD2).

After releasing a pair of albums with the Freestyle Fellowship, To Whom it May Concern... and Innercity Griots, Acey signed to Capitol Records and released his highly acclaimed solo debut, All Balls Don't Bounce, in 1995. He returned three years later with his second album, A Book of Human Language, a collaboration with producer Mumbles.

Acey returned solo again in 2001 with his third solo album, Accepted Eclectic. In 2002, the Freestyle Fellowship returned after 9 years for the release of their third group album, Shockadoom. 2002 and 2003 saw two more solo releases, Hip Hop and the World We Live In and Love & Hate and another A-Team album ('Lab Down Under'). In 2006, Aceyalone released two more solo projects, first, Magnificent City, a collaboration with producer RJD2, followed by Grand Imperial. 2007 sees Acey releasing the first in his planned explorations of world musics, Lightining Stikes.

Widely recognized as one of the more lyrically gifted in the history of emceeing, Aceyalone embodies the sophisticated west coast style that is showcased in other indie artists such as Blackalicious and Del Tha Funkee Homosapien.

Annallillia
Aceyalone Lyrics

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Yo, I met this queen
Yo, I met this queen named Annalillia

Annalillia, oh Annalillia
Annalillia, oh Annalillia
Annalillia, oh Annalillia
I bet you think I'm silly, uh Annalillia

Annalillia, oh Annalillia
Annalillia, oh Annalillia
Annalillia, oh Annalillia
I bet you think I'm silly, uh Annalillia

Now I was in a bar when I met Annalillia
Drunk and high drinkin' shots of tequila
Chasin' it with genuine draft
Tellin' wack jokes as the bartender laughed

I was about one drink away from my limit
In came a black dress, with a black body in it
She looked so timid it took me a minute
To get her in focus he said, what will it be

And just so she could notice ace I said
Yo this one's on me and she stormed
I don't even know who you are fool
Keepin' that barstool warm like norm

Then it hit me, right there center in my heartbeat
Shot down but I loved it
I was talkin' out the bottom of a shot glass anyways
I says I insist that I pays

By the ways
What your mama name you what they call you
Can I call you and soon claim you
I was diggin' a hole I knew I'd fall through

But I aimed to just understand her
A woman that not many men knows
She looked me in my windows and said Annalillia
Annalillia?

Annalillia, oh Annalillia
Annalillia, oh Annalillia
Annalillia, oh Annalillia
I mean well really, uh Annalillia

Annalillia, oh Annalillia
Annalillia, oh Annalillia
Annalillia, oh Annalillia
You wanna smoke this Philly, uh Annalillia

Now once I broke the ice on the lake the water felt cold
But nevertheless it was water my conversation caught her
Some daddy's daughter and my mama's son
Said, I'm ace de uno and I do know how to have fun

I comes from the hills, 1 in a mil
2 out of 3 ain't bad, 4 a 5 dollar bill
And a half a dozen thrills just see how it feels
7, 8, 9 now he pre-10's pretends he's real
And she thought that was so funny

And she put her drink away went to pay her money and squirted
All because a brother just flirted and didn't know how to word it
I blurted out the door but she never heard it
Then Annalillia deserted

Annalillia, oh Annalillia
Annalillia, oh Annalillia
Annalillia, oh Annalillia
I bet you think I'm silly, uh Annalillia

Annalillia, oh Annalillia
Annalillia, oh Annalillia
Annalillia, oh Annalillia
I mean well really, uh Annalillia

Now I was in my car when I seen Annalillia again
Hmm with her friend, yo haven't we met before
Of course we have we crossed paths at a local pub
And I was like a lickle drunk on everything I love

I didn't mean to run you off but I did
I must have put too much on it to make you pop your lid
But you did but what you did for me physically and mentally
Got my chemistry just like goin' you just not knowin'

Well, anyway okay let's try this again
We might as well be friends and do what friends do
Foxy lady brown sugar mama karma queen you
Don't think I'm a fiend

Just give me your number and I'll give you a ring
Ting, a ling, a ling
She said, first of all I got a boyfriend
And a girlfriend and a couple of rug rats and a cat
Splat

Ooh, she threw me all out of my game
She was open like a
So I asked myself the what and the why
So I said self what are you doin'

Why are you canoing when you could have a motorboat instead
Then I told her hold her head peace this ain't what I wanted
But right before I shook the spot I said let me tell you somethin'
Annalillia I'm proud to announce that all balls don't bounce
And that's all that counts, I'm out

Annalillia, oh Annalillia
Annalillia, oh Annalillia

Annalillia, oh Annalillia
I mean well really, uh Annalillia

Overall Meaning

In Aceyalone's song "Annalillia", the artist describes meeting a woman named Annalillia while he was at a bar, and subsequently trying to pursue her romantically. The song is a story of a failed attempt at a relationship with Annalillia, detailing the obstacles he faced and the reasons why it did not work out. Throughout the song, Aceyalone portrays himself as a humorous and laid-back individual, using his charm and wit to captivate Annalillia's attention. However, despite his best efforts, Annalillia ultimately rejects him, revealing that she is not interested in a romantic relationship with him.

The song reflects on the difficulties of finding love, and the importance of being true to oneself. Aceyalone is honest with Annalillia about his intentions, but respects her decision when she tells him that she is not interested. He recognizes that not every romantic pursuit will be successful, but it is important to take risks and pursue what one desires.

Overall, the lyrics of "Annalillia" convey a message of perseverance and self-awareness in romantic relationships, reminding listeners that rejection is a natural part of the process and that it is important to respect others' boundaries and decisions.

Line by Line Meaning

Yo, I met this queen named Annalillia
Aceyalone met a woman named Annalillia.

Annalillia, oh Annalillia I bet you think I'm silly, uh Annalillia
Aceyalone thinks Annalillia might find him silly.

Now I was in a bar when I met Annalillia Drunk and high drinkin' shots of tequila
Aceyalone met Annalillia in a bar while he was drunk and high on tequila.

She looked so timid it took me a minute To get her in focus he said, what will it be
Annalillia seemed shy to Aceyalone, and he had to focus to talk to her.

Can I call you and soon claim you I was diggin' a hole I knew I'd fall through
Aceyalone asked if he could call Annalillia and pursue her, knowing it would lead him into trouble.

Once I broke the ice on the lake the water felt cold But nevertheless it was water my conversation caught her
Aceyalone had to work hard to engage in conversation with Annalillia, but eventually got her attention.

I must have put too much on it to make you pop your lid
Aceyalone said something that offended Annalillia and made her leave.

Just give me your number and I'll give you a ring Ting, a ling, a ling She said, first of all I got a boyfriend And a girlfriend and a couple of rug rats and a cat
Aceyalone asked for Annalillia's number, but she rejected him and revealed that she already has a boyfriend, girlfriend, children, and a pet.

Annalillia I'm proud to announce that all balls don't bounce And that's all that counts, I'm out
Aceyalone is proud to say he's not interested in chasing after women who don't reciprocate, and leaves the situation.

Contributed by Henry L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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