Calhoun started his music career performing with another country rap singer, Hosier. They released a single "Salute the Brave" in 2017, which reached #46 on Hot Country Songs. and they also released an album Made in America that year. He ended his collaboration with Hosier and started a solo career in 2018, and released AmerAcal. Later in the year he released his second album The Throne. A track in the album "Racism" drew criticism for using the N-word and stereotypes about white and black people.
He released an EP Crazy White Boy with Demun Jones. During their "Crazy White Boy Tour", their shows in Sacramento, California were scheduled in the same weekend as the Sacramento Pride, which led to protests because of his social media posts on gay and trans people and song lyrics described as "racist". It resulted in those shows being cancelled. Other shows similarly faced protests and another show in Oklahoma City was canceled.
On July 18, 2019, Calhoun released his third solo album, War. The album was the second best-selling country album and the third best-selling rap album of the week, with 3,200 copies sold.
Calhoun has also collaborated with a number of other artists, including Upchurch on Hooligan released in 2019, and Struggle Jennings on Legend, released in 2020.
In 2022, Calhoun collaborated with Tom MacDonald to release an album, The Brave. The album was the best selling album the week of its release in March 2022, with 16,000 copies sold in the U.S.
Shut Up
Adam Calhoun Lyrics
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Heater on my waist, don't get gunned down (Bang, bang)
Bitch you know I rock like the run down (Bow, bow)
Stack it, then I rack it like a gun round
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut the fuck up
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut the fuck up
Just a moment of silence
Before I get violent
I'm just tryin' to warn you
If you don't wanna die then bye then
'Cause I'm hidin' 9mm inside the waist linin' of my jeans
Don't try me, less you're tryin' to meet Jesus
Body then hide you in the leaves
I'm probably out my mind, I mean geez
I'm drivin' on a highway in a diesel
Noddin' tryin' to find the street you reside in
When I find you I'm beatin' eyes 'til your blind and can't see you
Cryin' 'cause you're dyin' and bleedin'
Pleadin' for your life and screamin'
But I ain't tryin' hear that
Shut the fuck up
Haters throwin' shade like the sun down (Sun down)
Heater on my waist, don't get gunned down (Bang, bang)
Bitch you know I rock like the run down (Bow, bow)
Stack it, then I rack it like a gun round
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut the fuck up
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut the fuck up
I been smokin' on them flowers, bouquet boy
Needa peel your top back, toupee boy
I make hits, call me Bobby Boucher boy
Bitch you know I drop bombs, Hussain boy
O-O-Only smoke gas, call it butane, you're too bougie
Need to move, or you're pussy like the poontang
All about my chains watch it mutate
Mobbin' with my homies and we kick it like Lui Kang
Hillbilly thug mixin' liquor with the Kool-Aid
You know I keep it real like the field for a movie
Mine sharp as a cutter, my mind gone in the gutter
I take a beat and I fuck it like it's a groupie
Haters throwin' shade like the sun down (Sun down)
Heater on my waist, don't get gunned down (Bang, bang)
Bitch you know I rock like the gun down (Bow, bow)
Stack it, then I rack it like a run round
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut the fuck up
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
Shut up, shut up, shut the fuck up
The song "Shut Up" by Adam Calhoun is a fierce response to the haters and critics. The lyrics describe the hatred that people face in different aspects of their lives. The opening lines, "Haters throwin' shade like the sun down, Heater on my waist, don't get gunned down," indicate how the haters are spewing negativity like the sun in the evening, and the singer is carrying a weapon to protect themselves. The lyrics also show how the singer is confident and resilient against the haters, knowing that they are worthy and capable of achieving great things.
As the song continues, the lyrics take a more challenging tone, with the singer warning the haters that they may face consequences if they continue to spread negativity. "Just a moment of silence, Before I get violent, I'm just tryin' to warn you" shows that the singer will take action and become violent if needed. The lyrics also show how the singer is aware of their strength and ability to defend themselves, carrying a 9mm gun, and not afraid to use it to protect their honor.
Overall, "Shut Up" is a song that emphasizes the importance of self-respect, confidence, and standing up against the negativity of others.
Line by Line Meaning
Haters throwin' shade like the sun down (Sun down)
People talking trash about me and trying to bring me down, just like how the sun goes down
Heater on my waist, don't get gunned down (Bang, bang)
I am carrying a gun for my own protection, and you better not mess with me or you will end up getting shot
Bitch you know I rock like the run down (Bow, bow)
I am confident in my skills and abilities, and you can see how powerful I am just like how a run down building still stands strong
Stack it, then I rack it like a gun round
I am making a lot of money and accumulating wealth, just like how you stack rounds of bullets in a gun before shooting them
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
I am tired of hearing people talk and criticize me, so I want them to just shut up
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
I really mean it, I want you to shut the hell up
Shut up, shut up, shut up boy
I don't want to hear another word from you, just shut up
Shut up, shut up, shut the fuck up
Seriously, stop talking or else I will get violent
Just a moment of silence
I need a brief period of peace and quiet
Before I get violent
If you don't stop talking, I will have to use physical force
I'm just tryin' to warn you
I am giving you a friendly heads up, hoping you will listen
If you don't wanna die then bye then
If you stop talking and leave me alone, then you can live
'Cause I'm hidin' 9mm inside the waist linin' of my jeans
I am carrying a concealed weapon in my clothing, so don't try anything stupid
Don't try me, less you're tryin' to meet Jesus
If you challenge me, you might just end up dead and meeting your deity
Body then hide you in the leaves
If I have to kill you, I will dispose of your body in a remote location
I'm probably out my mind, I mean geez
I might be a little crazy or mentally unstable, but that doesn't mean I won't defend myself
I'm drivin' on a highway in a diesel
I am on the move, and you can't escape from me
Noddin' tryin' to find the street you reside in
I am searching for your location and won't give up until I find you
When I find you I'm beatin' eyes 'til your blind and can't see you
If I catch you, I will physically harm you until you can no longer see
Cryin' 'cause you're dyin' and bleedin'
You will be in pain and agony if I hurt you, and you might even shed tears
Pleadin' for your life and screamin'
You might beg for mercy or scream for help, but it won't matter
But I ain't tryin' hear that
I won't listen to your pleas, because it's already too late
I been smokin' on them flowers, bouquet boy
I have been enjoying the benefits of smoking marijuana
Needa peel your top back, toupee boy
I want to hit you so hard that your hairpiece comes off
I make hits, call me Bobby Boucher boy
I am a successful artist, and my music is popular and well-received
Bitch you know I drop bombs, Hussain boy
My lyrics are explosive and powerful, just like how bombs can cause destruction
O-O-Only smoke gas, call it butane, you're too bougie
I only smoke high-quality marijuana, and you think you're too good for it
Need to move, or you're pussy like the poontang
If you don't leave or stop talking, you might end up like a weak and vulnerable woman
All about my chains watch it mutate
I am obsessed with my jewelry and how it looks on me
Mobbin' with my homies and we kick it like Lui Kang
I am hanging out with my friends, and we are having a great time together
Hillbilly thug mixin' liquor with the Kool-Aid
I am a tough and rebellious person, who likes to drink and party
You know I keep it real like the field for a movie
I am honest and authentic, just like how a movie set in a field can represent reality
Mine sharp as a cutter, my mind gone in the gutter
I am mentally sharp and focused, but my thoughts and actions can be considered immoral or wrong
I take a beat and I fuck it like it's a groupie
When I hear a good instrumental or music, I get inspired and turn it into a great song
Lyrics Β© Songtrust Ave
Written by: ADAM BRADLEY ALLSBROOKS, ADAM BRADLEY CALHOUN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@keithyoungman7750
There needs to be more songs like this, nothing gets me as hype or ready to fight like this song
@alexcollins3831
I can't believe im in this video, had a great time helping make it! So thankful Adam is a great enough guy to let his fans be in his music video! Thank you Adam for letting me be apart of this, means a lot! π€
@motherfreedom5979
I generally am not a fan of this type of music but I have to admit I really liked this song. The production was outstanding and the feel of the video was amazing. Keep it up! π
@cyborgslayer2552
I fucking hate rap! But this country rap shit got me another level! I like it.
@toekneejuliano7841
You guys make this look so easy and fun. Wish i could sing without stuttering. Keep up the good work.
@chrisd6335
All of Adam's songs are dope as hell!! Keep them coming Bro!!!
@rhinoglitter5997
I absolutely love and respect what your doing ACal! I appreciate you using your platform sharing yourself and your story with us all and bring it into your music for all us crazy asses that have not had a voice! You and Upchurch literally are doing more then yβall could understand!
@joelmadden281
Hell yeah that's fire you killed it Adam 100% respect
@mxenoskorpion3072
Defiently a great album, you do experiment with different types of music which is something every artist should do. I hope much more people realize your work is one of the greatest, Adam
@mxenoskorpion3072
Your welcome Adam