Big Mello (August 7, 1968 - June 15, 2002), born Curtis Donnell Davis, was … Read Full Bio ↴Big Mello (August 7, 1968 - June 15, 2002), born Curtis Donnell Davis, was a rapper who was born and raised in Houston, Texas. He debuted as Big Mello in 1992 with the album "Bone Hard Zaggin'" on the Rap-A-Lot Records label. "Wegonefunkwichamind" appeared three years later without any of the usual Rap-A-Lot guest stars. Those who encountered Big Mello's deep Texas sound compared him to favorably to Scarface or Z-Ro, but Rap-a-Lot never found the right way to package Mello and soon he was on to other labels. "Southside Story" appeared in 1996 on the small N-Terrogation label and failed to spread his name past the most hardcore of Texas hip-hop fans. Mello disappeared until 2002 when it was announced he was working on a new album, "Done Deal". Tragedy struck on June 15 of that year, when Mello lost control of his car and hit a pillar, killing both himself and the passenger, Jerry Louis Jett Jr, who died on the way to the hospital. Big Mello died on the morning of June 16, 2002. Big Mello was 33 years old. Out of nowhere the album "The Gift" appeared in August of that year on the small KMJ label. Z-Ro appeared on the album and a small but zealous fan base declared it Big Mello's greatest achievement, better than the hyped "Done Deal", which appeared a year later on the Woss Ness label. As years went on, the cult stood firm with Mello's albums. In 2006, Rap-a-Lot dipped deep into its catalog and released Screwed and Chopped remixes of the rapper's first two albums. Big Mello was also a self pronounced resident of Hiram CLarke, a suburban sub-division of the south side of Houston, Texas.

What It Do
Big Mello Lyrics

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(feat. Cl'Che)

(talking:)
Uh, know I'm tal'n bout
Look out, already

(Big Mello:)
Hey baby, can I take a minute of your sweet time

To express these thoughts, they are heavy on my mind
Don't mean to be aggressive, but I got to do it
I see something that I like, and I gotta pursue it
I know you probably got a gang of cats, shooting they shot
Talking bout what they got, you know like mansions and yachts
And how they love to run up in you, to me I'm kinda different
See I wanna get to know you, can we start with dinner
What you like Maggianos, maybe Papa Deauxx
We can do the Tex-Mex baby, listen to Tejano
I'm cool cause about now, it's all about you
And baby girl give me a chance, and I can show you what it do
For real see it's your presence, that got me mesmerized
Excuse me, if I come off a little too fly
And mama now I can see it in your eyes, you feel me
Think about it here's my number, call me the realest and I

(Hook x2: Big Mello)
Tell me what you want, girl it's all on you
I ain't tripping baby girl, tell me what it do
Tell me what you want, now it's all on you
I ain't tripping baby girl, tell me what it do

(Cl'Che:)
Hold up let me think about it, boy you so real
Ain't nobody ever came to me like that, what's the deal
Now I feel very flattered, see I'm peeping your stees'
I can tell you might be the one, to put me at ease
Some guys they come too fly, I pass on by
I say hi but that's far as it goes, no lie
I like movies dinner's cool, but see I play by the rules
If it's meant then it can happen, and that's when I choose
You know brothers be with, I can buy you this I can buy you that
But with me, I wanna see where your heart is at
We can hook up, I'm digging your style
You so fly, you can put that what thug in my life come on

(Hook x4: Cl'Che)
Now tell me what you want, boy it's all on you
I ain't tripping baby boy, tell me what it do

(Big Mello:)
I been in and out relationships, with all kind of chicks
And gold diggers and cheating tricks, and scandalous nit-wits
I like em independent, strong and physically fit
One that can hold a conversation, plus open minded
You see you got me addicted, see me and you we could kick it
Take me away from the wicked, elevate me and lift me
To another level next plateau, I'm so fa sho
Me and you we can do things, we never did befo' let's go
Now I don't wanna waste my lifetime, running round
All I wanna know, baby will you be mine I'm for real
See I'm coming from, my heart and my soul
And it's the only way I know, and if you down we can roll now let's go

(Hook x4: both)

Overall Meaning

The song "What It Do" by Big Mello is a romantic conversation between two people who are interested in each other. The lyrics reveal how the male character is attracted to the female and wants to take her out to dinner to get to know her better. He appreciates her presence and wants to show her what he can offer. The female character, Cl'Che, is flattered and intrigued with the male's approach. She explains how she is cautious when it comes to men and wants to see where his heart is at. She is not easily impressed by material things and wants to build a connection based on true compatibility.

The lyrics outline the importance of genuine communication in building relationships. Both characters express their intentions and feelings honestly and openly. They have a mutual desire to get to know each other without any pretenses or games. The song also touches upon the themes of independence and strength. The male character is attracted to women who are physically fit and independent, while the female character values men who respect her boundaries and don't play games.

Overall, "What It Do" is an honest and straightforward song about the beginnings of a romantic relationship. It highlights the importance of authenticity and true connection.

Line by Line Meaning

Hey baby, can I take a minute of your sweet time
Big Mello is asking for a moment to express his thoughts.

To express these thoughts, they are heavy on my mind
He wants to get something off his chest.

Don't mean to be aggressive, but I got to do it
He wants to pursue what he likes, but not in a forceful way.

I see something that I like, and I gotta pursue it
He is attracted to the person and wants to get to know them better.

I know you probably got a gang of cats, shooting they shot
He recognizes that other people are also trying to pursue this person.

Talking bout what they got, you know like mansions and yachts
These people are talking about their material possessions.

And how they love to run up in you, to me I'm kinda different
He does not want just a physical relationship and wants to get to know the person on a deeper level.

See I wanna get to know you, can we start with dinner
He suggests going out to dinner as a way to get to know each other.

What you like Maggianos, maybe Papa Deauxx
He suggests different restaurant options for the dinner date.

We can do the Tex-Mex baby, listen to Tejano
He suggests a Tex-Mex restaurant with Tejano music playing in the background.

I'm cool cause about now, it's all about you
He is focused on making the other person feel special.

And baby girl give me a chance, and I can show you what it do
He wants to prove himself and show the other person a good time.

For real see it's your presence, that got me mesmerized
He is attracted to the other person's presence and likes being around them.

Excuse me, if I come off a little too fly
He apologizes if he seems too confident or boastful.

And mama now I can see it in your eyes, you feel me
He thinks the other person is interested in him too.

Think about it here's my number, call me the realest and I
He gives the other person his number and identifies himself as genuine.

Tell me what you want, girl it's all on you
Big Mello wants to know what the other person wants.

I ain't tripping baby girl, tell me what it do
He reassures the other person that he is not bothered by any preferences they may have.

Hold up let me think about it, boy you so real
Cl'Che appreciates the honesty and sincerity in Big Mello's approach.

Ain't nobody ever came to me like that, what's the deal
She is surprised by his approach and likes it.

Now I feel very flattered, see I'm peeping your stees'
She is flattered by his attention and is interested in him too.

I can tell you might be the one, to put me at ease
She thinks he might be the person who makes her feel comfortable and happy.

Some guys they come too fly, I pass on by
She is not interested in guys who are too flashy or superficial.

I like movies dinner's cool, but see I play by the rules
She wants to take things slow and follow a traditional dating process.

If it's meant then it can happen, and that's when I choose
She believes that if a relationship is meant to happen, it will happen naturally.

You know brothers be with, I can buy you this I can buy you that
She is tired of guys who try to impress her with material possessions.

But with me, I wanna see where your heart is at
She wants to know if the other person is genuine and takes things slow.

We can hook up, I'm digging your style
She likes Big Mello's approach and is willing to give him a chance.

You so fly, you can put that what thug in my life come on
She finds him attractive and wants to explore a potential relationship.

I been in and out relationships, with all kind of chicks
Big Mello has had experience with different types of relationships.

And gold diggers and cheating tricks, and scandalous nit-wits
He has had bad experiences with partners who were only after his money or were unfaithful.

I like em independent, strong and physically fit
He prefers partners who are self-sufficient and confident.

One that can hold a conversation, plus open minded
He values good communication and open-mindedness in a partner.

You see you got me addicted, see me and you we could kick it
He is hooked on the other person and wants to spend time with them.

Take me away from the wicked, elevate me and lift me
He wants to distance himself from negative people and experiences and be happy with the other person.

To another level next plateau, I'm so fa sho
He is confident that they can take their relationship to a new level.

Me and you we can do things, we never did befo' let's go
He is excited to explore new experiences with the other person.

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