A native of LaGrange, Georgia, a young Andy Mathis was introduced to hip hop music by a neighbor (his closest at a half mile away) who received mixed tapes mailed from New York City. He began recording with Lil Devil in a group called One Card Shi in 1996, but the partnership did not last. A subsequent release saw some success in Georgia, and the album Dark Days, Bright Nights caught the attention of Jimmy Iovine of Interscope Records. He signed to Interscope after a bidding war and began working with record producers Timbaland and Organized Noize. The major-label version of Dark Days, Bright Nights, which now included five collaborations with Timbaland and two with Organized Noize, debuted at #3 on the Billboard Music Charts. In late 2003, he returned with his sophomore album, Deliverance.
He is currently signed to OutKast's Purple Ribbon Label, distributed through Virgin Records.
Bubba is also related to Haystak.
Albums
Dark Days, Bright Nights (2001) [Gold]
Deliverance (2003) [Gold]
The Charm (2006)
HEY!
Bubba Sparxxx Lyrics
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All up in your city flexin' down the avenue
But I ain't mad at you dog, that's what I had to do
That least that you could do is gimme a lil' gratitude
Hey, everybody wanna say hey, Timmy
Get into it or be on your way, hey
And I really hate it came to this
How else can I say it, I don't speak no other languages
I came to do two things, kick some ass
And drink some coke, yeah, and I'm almost out of beer
Looky here, we damned if every other year
He ain't stumble back in, Bubba, baby that's him
I love me some me, and I don't mind you
Shoot ya move dog, we lovin' whatcha tryin'a do
Just do it over there, I feel some? Away
I guess what I'm tryin'a say is I ain't got no time to play
I might just die today, I might just live forever
I done endured being poor but being rich is better
From that dirt road in the grange I did came
A long way, we can do this all day
Yeah I'm a country boy, but I'm a player too
All up in your city flexin' down the avenue
But I ain't mad at you dog, that's what I had to do
That least that you could do is gimme a lil' gratitude
Hey, everybody wanna say hey
Get into it or be on your way, hey
And I really hate it came to this
How else can I say it, I don't speak no other languages
Hey, everybody wanna say hey
Get into it or be on your way, hey
And I really hate it came to this
How else can I say it, I don't speak no other languages
Ain't no excuses, just gotta be more the shit
Than I already was and that's unfortunate
For all these babblers, still booty chatterers
This what a rapper was supposed to be and that's what's up
Country this, yeah yeah, country that
I'm a country cat, it's just a fact, can't run from that
Keep high, a bunch out back, now watch the money stack
Hide in the hay, in the barn out on the farm
I can charm, the fangs off a cotton mouth
Right there by my house way out in the south
Know what I'm talkin' bout, it would appear no
Girl who's that zero, I am the hero, y'all
Yeah I'm a country boy, but I'm a player too
All up in your city flexin' down the avenue
But I ain't mad at you dog, that's what I had to do
That least that you could do is gimme a lil' gratitude
Hey, everybody wanna say hey
Get into it or be on your way, hey
And I really hate it came to this
How else can I say it, I don't speak no other languages
Hey, everybody wanna say hey
Get into it or be on your way, hey
And I really hate it came to this
How else can I say it, I don't speak no other languages
Yeah yeah it's Bubba K, I plans to give 'em hell
Yesiree I did my thang and I did it well
I walk the walk baby, and all that daddy tells
I ain't even noticed my skin, damn, is it pale
Oh well, I guess that how it go
Now I know, move right along down the row
Another good morning, another breath of air
Dude I don't ask for much, still I got blessings everywhere
And I ain't scared to share, you can have my last
But you ever diss on me and mine that's yo ass
You hear that thang beatin', Timmy still speakin'
That's how real I keep it, everything else our little secret, whoa
Yeah I'm a country boy, but I'm a player too
All up in your city flexin' down the avenue
But I ain't mad at you dog, that's what I had to do
That least that you could do is gimme a lil' gratitude
The song "Hey!" by Bubba Sparxxx is a catchy and upbeat track that talks about his identity as a country boy who also knows how to play in the city. The song starts with Bubba confidently saying that he is a player too, despite being a country boy. He talks about flexing down the avenue, and although he understands that some people might not appreciate his country roots, he doesn't let it bother him. Bubba insists that he deserves a little bit of gratitude from those who are quick to judge him.
The chorus of the song is catchy and easy to sing along to, with Bubba demanding that everyone says hey, and if they're not interested, they can be on their way. He talks about how he has worked hard to get where he is and how he is a true rapper, who loves who he is and where he comes from. Bubba is comfortable in his own skin and doesn't shy away from his country roots, but he also knows how to play the game in the city.
In the end, Bubba talks about his blessings, being grateful for what he has, and sharing what he has with others. The song is a mix of confidence, braggadocio, and humility, all rolled into one. It is a fun and exciting track that showcases Bubba Sparxxx's unique style and personality.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah I'm a country boy, but I'm a player too
I may come from a rural area, but I can also play the game in the city
All up in your city flexin' down the avenue
I'm showing off my skills and abilities in the urban areas
But I ain't mad at you dog, that's what I had to do
I'm not upset with you for not understanding my methods, it was necessary for my success
That least that you could do is gimme a lil' gratitude
At the very least, you could show me some appreciation for what I've accomplished
Hey, everybody wanna say hey, Timmy
People often want to greet me or acknowledge my presence
Get into it or be on your way, hey
You can join in or leave, it's up to you
And I really hate it came to this
I don't like that it had to end up like this
How else can I say it, I don't speak no other languages
I don't have any other way to express myself or communicate besides what I know
I came to do two things, kick some ass
I'm here to show off my skills and win at whatever I do
And drink some coke, yeah, and I'm almost out of beer
I'm also here to have a good time, but I'm running out of resources
Looky here, we damned if every other year
It seems like every other year we face new challenges and obstacles
He ain't stumble back in, Bubba, baby that's him
I may have stumbled before, but I always come back stronger
I love me some me, and I don't mind you
I have confidence in myself, but I don't mind others and their opinions
Shoot ya move dog, we lovin' whatcha tryin'a do
Do what you gotta do and we'll support you
Just do it over there, I feel some? Away
Just perform your actions in a different area because it's making me uncomfortable
I guess what I'm tryin'a say is I ain't got no time to play
I'm serious about my goals and I don't have time for games or distractions
I might just die today, I might just live forever
I'm aware of my mortality, but I'm also determined to make a lasting impact
I done endured being poor but being rich is better
I know what it's like to struggle, but now that I have more resources, life is easier
From that dirt road in the grange I did came
I started from humble beginnings in the countryside
A long way, we can do this all day
I've come a long way and I'm willing to continue working hard towards my goals
Ain't no excuses, just gotta be more the shit
I have to be better than everyone else, no excuses
Than I already was and that's unfortunate
Even though I'm already great, I still need to be better
For all these babblers, still booty chatterers
There are still people who talk too much and don't focus on their goals
This what a rapper was supposed to be and that's what's up
I'm living up to the expectations of a successful rapper
Country this, yeah yeah, country that
People often associate me with rural areas and my upbringing
I'm a country cat, it's just a fact, can't run from that
I am who I am and I can't change that, especially not where I come from
Keep high, a bunch out back, now watch the money stack
Keep working hard and gaining money, it will continue to accumulate
Hide in the hay, in the barn out on the farm
I can still enjoy my rural roots and find comfort in them
I can charm, the fangs off a cotton mouth
I have a way with people and can influence them easily
Right there by my house way out in the south
My house is located in a southern area and I embrace it
Know what I'm talkin' bout, it would appear no
You might not understand what I'm saying
Girl who's that zero, I am the hero, y'all
Don't underestimate me, I'm the one who's going to succeed
Yesiree I did my thang and I did it well
I worked hard and accomplished what I set out to do
I walk the walk baby, and all that daddy tells
I back up my talk with action and follow through on my commitments
I ain't even noticed my skin, damn, is it pale
I'm so focused on my goals that I haven't even paid attention to my appearance or race
Oh well, I guess that how it go
I accept things the way they are and move forward
Now I know, move right along down the row
I've learned from my experiences and will continue on my path
Another good morning, another breath of air
I'm grateful for each new day and the opportunity to live
Dude I don't ask for much, still I got blessings everywhere
I don't demand much in life, but I still find myself blessed
And I ain't scared to share, you can have my last
I'm not afraid to give and share with others, even if it means sacrificing my own resources
But you ever diss on me and mine that's yo ass
If you disrespect me or my loved ones, there will be consequences
You hear that thang beatin', Timmy still speakin'
My heart is still pumping and I'm still alive, speaking my truth
That's how real I keep it, everything else our little secret, whoa
I stay true to myself and genuine, and other personal details remain private
Contributed by Hunter D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.