Baby Tate released the EP ROYGBIV in November 2015 and the Christmas-themed EP YBTXMAS in December 2016. In early 2019, she released a short film produced in conjunction with her upcoming album. Her debut full-length album GIRLS was released in February 2019 to positive reviews. XXL named the album as one of the best hip-hop projects of 2019.
In July 2019, Baby Tate released a cover of Nicki Minaj's "Megatron". In 2020, she announced that she had signed a recording contract with Issa Rae's record label Raedio and released two singles from the Insecure TV soundtrack. On April 30, 2020, the single "Damn Daniel" was released in collaboration with British singer and rapper Bree Runway. In 2021, Baby Tate signed with Warner Records and dropped "Yung" from her name.
2) Baby Tate (January 28, 1916 – August 17, 1972) was an American Piedmont blues guitarist, who in a sporadic career spanning five decades, worked variously with guitarists Blind Boy Fuller and Pink Anderson, as well as harmonica player Peg Leg Sam. His playing style was influenced by Blind Blake, Buddy Moss, Blind Boy Fuller, Josh White, and Willie Walker, and to some extent Lightnin' Hopkins.
Born Charles Henry Tate in Elberton, Georgia, he was raised in Greenville, South Carolina. In his adolescence, Tate started performing locally, after seeing Blind Blake in Elberton. Tate later formed a trio with Joe Walker (the brother of Willie Walker) and Roosevelt "Baby" Brooks and, up to 1932, played in the local area. As The Carolina Blackbirds, they appeared on the radio station, WFBC, broadcasting from The Jack Tar Hotel, but for the rest of the 1930s worked for a living, mainly as a mason.
Baby Tate served in the United States Army infantry during World War II in the south of England, and did not return to the Spartanburg/Greenville club circuit until 1946. Nevertheless, in 1950 Tate claimed to have recorded several (unreleased) tracks for the Kapp label. Relocating to Spartanburg, South Carolina, he performed solo before forming an occasional duo with Pink Anderson; a working relationship that endured through to the 1970s when Anderson suffered from stroke.
Tate released his only album, Blues of Baby Tate: See What You Done Done, in 1962, and twelve months later appeared in Sam Charters' documentary film The Blues. Throughout the 1960s Tate performed irregularly across the US. Utilising harmonica player, Peg Leg Sam, or guitarists Baby Brooks or McKinley Ellis, Tate recorded nearly sixty tracks in 1970 and 1971 for Peter B. Lowry, but the proposed album remained unreleased once Tate unexpectedly died in the summer of 1972. He appeared at a concert at the State University of New York at New Paltz, New York as a result of Lowry's efforts in the Spring of 1972.
Tate died from the effects of a heart attack, in the VA Hospital in Columbia, South Carolina, in August 1972, at the age of 56.
In January 2011, Baby Tate was nominated for The 10th Annual Independent Music Awards in the Blues Song category for "See What You Done".
Smithsonian Folkways released a compilation album on February 16, 2010, titled Classic Appalachian Blues. It featured the Baby Tate number, "See What You Done Done."
Discography
Albums
Blues of Baby Tate: See What You Done Done (1962) - Prestige/Bluesville, CD reissue Origin Blues Classics (OBC) (1995)
Singles
"See What You Done Done" b/w "Late In The Evening" (1974 - recorded 1970) - Trix Records
Lollipop
Baby Tate Lyrics
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Maybe I'm greedy, I don't care
'Cause I want somebody who I know will always be there
Maybe I'm needy, that's okay
'Cause I got desires and I just can't make 'em go away
And I won't let you go
Take your time if you want
But I gotta make sure you know
If I let you lick the lollipop
Then you better not let it drop down to the floor
If you crushin' on me, never stop
Once I give it to you, boy, I need some more
More, more, more, more, more, more
Once I give it to you, boy, I need some more
More, more, more, more, more, more
Once I give it to you, boy
Ain't no sense of letting you in
If as soon as it's over, you just pretend
We were never more than just friends
'Cause the love I require, ain't on the fence (ooh, no)
And I won't let you go (let you go)
Once we get personal (personal)
Take your time if you want (if you want)
But I gotta make sure you know
If I let you lick the lollipop (lollipop)
Then you better not let it drop down to the floor
If you crushin' on me, never stop (never stop)
Once I give it to you, boy, I need some more
More, more, more, more, more, more
Once I give it to you, boy, I need some more
More, more, more, more, more, more
Once I give it to you, boy
I need more, boy, do the most
Hop on top and hold me close
Catch a grip, don't leave me 'lone
Rock that ship, boy, sail my boat
I need more, boy, do the most
Hop on top and hold me close
Catch a grip, don't leave me 'lone
Rock that ship, boy, sail my boat
I'm floating, slow motion (yeah)
I'll catch it, boy, I'm wide open (yeah)
You rocking (oh), I'm rolling (yeah)
I'll hold the door but it's closing (yeah)
I'm floating, slow motion (yeah)
I'll catch it, boy, I'm wide open (yeah)
You rocking (oh), I'm rolling (yeah)
I'll hold the door but it's closing (yeah)
If I let you lick the lollipop (lollipop)
Then you better not let it drop down to the floor
If you crushin' on me, never stop (never stop)
Once I give it to you, boy, I need some more
More, more, more, more, more, more (I need some more)
Once I give it to you, boy, I need some more
More, more, more, more, more, more
Once I give it to you, boy
The lyrics to Baby Tate's song "Lollipop" explore themes of desire, need, and the fear of being left behind. The repetition of the word "more" throughout the song highlights the insatiable longing for something beyond what has already been experienced. The singer acknowledges that they may be considered greedy or needy, but they are unapologetic about their desires. They seek somebody who will always be there for them, someone who can fulfill their desires and make them go away.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of not letting go once a personal connection is established. It urges the other person to appreciate the significance of the intimacy the singer is offering. The metaphor of the lollipop represents a pleasurable experience, and the demand to not let it drop down to the floor signifies the singer's desire for consistency and commitment from their partner. They expect more from the relationship and refuse to settle for less.
The second verse emphasizes the singer's refusal to engage with someone who only pretends to care. They take a firm stance against casual relationships or interactions that do not meet their emotional needs. The singer expresses their requirement for genuine love and affection that is not uncertain or hesitant.
The final verse introduces a more assertive and passionate tone. The singer demands more from their partner, encouraging them to be more proactive and engaged. They want their partner to take charge and hold them close, ensuring that they don't feel alone. They ask them to take control and navigate the relationship like they would a ship, offering a sense of stability and direction. The repeated lines in this verse highlight the singer's intensity and the intensity of their desires.
Overall, the lyrics of "Lollipop" convey the singer's unapologetic pursuit of satisfaction and love. They demand commitment, emotional connection, and passion from their partner, and refuse to accept anything less. The repetition of "more" signifies their persistent yearning for deeper experiences and emotions in their relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
More, more, more, more, more, more
I want an abundance of love and attention
Maybe I'm greedy, I don't care
I may be selfish, but it doesn't bother me
'Cause I want somebody who I know will always be there
I desire someone who will consistently be by my side
Maybe I'm needy, that's okay
It's alright if I have a lot of emotional needs
'Cause I got desires and I just can't make 'em go away
I have strong wants and they won't simply disappear
And I won't let you go
I won't allow you to leave my life
Once we get personal
Once our relationship becomes intimate
Take your time if you want
You can take your time if you need
But I gotta make sure you know
But I need you to understand
If I let you lick the lollipop
If I allow you to partake in my love
Then you better not let it drop down to the floor
You must not let it fade away or diminish
If you crushin' on me, never stop
If you have a deep affection for me, don't ever let it fade
Once I give it to you, boy, I need some more
Once I give you my love, I will want more from you
Ain't no sense of letting you in
It doesn't make sense to allow you into my life
If as soon as it's over, you just pretend
If, after our relationship ends, you act like it never happened
We were never more than just friends
We were never more than casual acquaintances
'Cause the love I require, ain't on the fence (ooh, no)
Because the love I desire is not uncertain or hesitant
I need more, boy, do the most
I need you to go above and beyond, give it your all
Hop on top and hold me close
Take charge and embrace me tightly
Catch a grip, don't leave me 'lone
Hold on tight, don't abandon me
Rock that ship, boy, sail my boat
Lead our relationship, guide us towards happiness
I'm floating, slow motion (yeah)
I'm in a state of bliss, moving slowly
I'll catch it, boy, I'm wide open (yeah)
I'll eagerly receive your love, I'm ready
You rocking (oh), I'm rolling (yeah)
You make me feel good, I'm enjoying it
I'll hold the door but it's closing (yeah)
I'll make an effort, but our relationship may be ending
If I let you lick the lollipop
If I allow you to experience my love
Then you better not let it drop down to the floor
You must not let it fade away or diminish
If you crushin' on me, never stop
If you have a deep affection for me, don't ever let it fade
Once I give it to you, boy, I need some more
Once I give you my love, I will want more from you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Tate Farris, Henry Russell Walter
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@NicoleKirkland
This was my favorite one to choreograph! Thank you for having me 🔥🔥🔥
@pa5666
Omg, you guys all KILLED IT! I can't stop watching!! 😭❤
@anden468
omg this choreography was amazing!! are you sapphic too?
@sirbear4962
KILLEEEEDDD TRHATTT SHHHIITTT
@Pebloz
YOUR ARTISTRY IS SO ENTERTAINING, SO GREAT TO WITNESS 🤩 AND THIS SMACKS SO MUCH, PLEASE NEVER STOP BABY TATE!!!🧡
@EarlJamesVillaros
she deserve so much more attention fr, shes undeniably talented.
@laurenjackson2810
I’ll admit, I wasn’t expecting to like this as much as I do 👀 I only clicked on it because I wanted to support Baby Tate. But even my boyfriend stopped what he was doing to listen & watch! We both agree this song is so fresh & entertaining 👏🏾 it’s a different sound & the video was awesome. This made me excited about the new project!
@zitxmusic
This whole EP is so good the audio quality the vocals the music videos the choreography the looks, everything. This one is definitely one of my favorites!
@porkboiimusic
THE PERFORMANCE!! BABY TATE YOU WENT INNNN!!! I love everything about this! Imma be listening to Sexploration all day >_<
@gloriahufnagel5556
As an older viewer, I REALLY like this song.. Baby Tate always hits us with really catchy, genuinely good songs!! 💜💜