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)
Like It Or Not
Bubba Sparxxx Lyrics
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[Bubba Sparxxx]
Uhh, Sleepy Brown
Uhh, Bubba Sparxxx
We gon' keep doin it baby
Whether you like it or not.. uhh
Ain't a damn thang pretty
From dirt roads to the city, uhh
(You might catch me drunk in the pub)
(Or either crunk in the club)
WHETHER YOU LIKE IT OR NOT
Don't matter where I hang
People love my twang, uhh
(Call us country or Southerners mayn)
(We gon' keep doin our thang)
WHETHER YOU LIKE IT OR NOT
[Sleepy Brown]
Rollin up +So Fresh, So Clean+
Wood grain, big screen TV's
Uhh, I got the bump-bump in my trunk now
Uhh, I'm 'bout to, I'm 'bout to funk
Now all the ladies seem to like my style
Guess I'll be here for a while, mmm
To see who wants to come and be with me
I'll take you back to the flat so I can show you where it's at, c'mon
Ohh, wee - look at me
Movin 'cross the floor so easily
Oh, my, can't deny
This funk starts high in the sky
I'm 'bout to get my groove on
Uhh, I'm 'bout to bust a move on 'em
Uhh, there's no-thing you can do for 'em
Uhh, cause I'm checkin the spot if you really like it or not
[Chorus]
[Bubba Sparxxx]
I know you hate it, I'ma say it to you anyway
I'm 'bout to throw them 24's on that Escalade
Still I got the Mickey T's on the Chevrolet
Z-7-1, the mere sight'll take your breath away
It's today but I'm still on it like it's yesterday
Throw me the ball, this the game that I was bred to play
And pass the cooler with this stewardess named Desireé
You ain't no concern, I'ma wait and see what Heaven say
I got a brother by the name of Snicky Ricky Wade
He said - Bubba, real careers ain't quicky quickly made
My other brother by the name of Patrick "Sleepy" Brown
Said that our +Noize+ is the type that you should keep around
They led me through the forest, took me to the wizard Ray
He told me that tomorrow won't be what it is today
I said, "Damn, that's just what my brother Tim would say"
I'm back at home, just how long have I been away?
[Chorus]
[Bubba Sparxxx]
I'm the type that you might see with Petey Pablo
Chasin fielder's dream with corn and three Diablos
And I'll be blessed to death if I see tomorrow
But I'ma live to get my son a lead that he can follow
I might can't flip a brick but bet that I can move a pound
And if you call yourself the king, well then there's two in town
Regardless where you from, what you do, or who you found
You best to get to practice early for the shoot-around
Cause Bubba don't play, do them thangs you won't say
Be damned if I even pull my {dick} out and don't spray
Daddy told me just to do them thangs he never did
Breakin broads, get money, live your life and treasure it
And that's the least that I can do, for the man who
raised me up and through his faults helped me understand you
And now I'm certified, New South pioneer
Born and raised down here, best believe I'm dyin here
[Chorus]
[Bubba Sparxxx]
For all my rebels ridin dump truck, heavy Chevy's, Cadillacs
Hot rods, no seats, in the back
Browning, thirties-thirties, in the rack
Guaranteed, leave your land, where you at?
Dump truck, heavy Chevy's, Cadillacs
Hot rods, no seats, in the back
Browning, thirties-thirties, in the rack
Guaranteed, leave your land, where you at?
Sump truck, heavy Chevy's, Cadillacs
Hot rods, no seats, in the back
Browning, thirties-thirties, in the rack
Guaranteed, leave your land, where you at?
Bubba Sparxxx! (YEAH)
Organized Noize (YEAH) Beat Club
Timbo (YEAH) the whole New South
Real down South Georgia boy
Real country white boy, real HARD
Get it together, a new beginning..
The song "Like It Or Not" by Bubba Sparxxx featuring Sleepy Brown is a celebration of Southern pride that uses music to embrace the world and challenge norms. The lyrics describe the transformation of a small-town boy, who has now made it big and recounts people's reaction to it. The track starts with Bubba, reminding listeners that they are from Athens, while Sleepy Brown underscores the message: "Whether you like it or not." The chorus emphasizes how the central figures of this song - Bubba and Sleepy - flourish under constant judgments and naysay. They tell listeners to stay true to their roots and maintain their country style.
The verses then take you through their recent experiences and accomplishments, from Sleepy's "So Fresh, So Clean" Anthem to Bubba's desire to put 24's on his Cadillac Escalade. Additionally, Bubba discusses the South's new status as a musical powerhouse in the entertainment industry. He concludes by paying homage to those who came before him, particularly Organized Noize. The track is an upbeat and motivational southern rap tune that empowers the south's voice in a crisp, inventive way.
Line by Line Meaning
All the way from Athens, the A-T-L shawty
I am from Athens but I also represent Atlanta
Uhh, Sleepy Brown
Introducing Sleepy Brown
Uhh, Bubba Sparxxx
Introducing Bubba Sparxxx
We gon' keep doin it baby
We will continue making music
Whether you like it or not.. uhh
Irrespective of your opinion
(You might catch me drunk in the pub)
I enjoy spending time at the pub, you might find me there
(Or either crunk in the club)
Or you might find me dancing energetically in the club
Ain't a damn thang pretty
Nothing is always glamorous
From dirt roads to the city, uhh
Whether from small towns or big cities
Don't matter where I hang
It doesn't matter where I go
People love my twang, uhh
People enjoy the way I speak and sing
(Call us country or Southerners mayn)
We are sometimes called as country folk or Southern people
(We gon' keep doin our thang)
We will continue doing what makes us happy
Rollin up +So Fresh, So Clean+
Listening to So Fresh, So Clean while driving
Wood grain, big screen TV's
My car has a wood-panel finish and big TV screens
Uhh, I got the bump-bump in my trunk now
I have a powerful sound system in my car
Uhh, I'm 'bout to, I'm 'bout to funk
I'm about to dance
Now all the ladies seem to like my style
I attract female attention
Guess I'll be here for a while, mmm
Looks like I'm going to stay for some time
To see who wants to come and be with me
To find a woman to spend time with
I'll take you back to the flat so I can show you where it's at, c'mon
Let's go to my place and I'll show you a good time
Ohh, wee - look at me
I am feeling good about myself
Movin 'cross the floor so easily
Dancing comes naturally to me
Oh, my, can't deny
I can't deny that I'm having a good time
This funk starts high in the sky
This music is energizing and motivating
I'm 'bout to get my groove on
I'm ready to dance
Uhh, I'm 'bout to bust a move on 'em
I'm going to perform some impressive dance moves
Uhh, there's no-thing you can do for 'em
You can't help me, I'm in the zone
Uhh, cause I'm checkin the spot if you really like it or not
I'm assessing if you're enjoying the party or not
I know you hate it, I'ma say it to you anyway
I'm going to say it anyway even if you don't like it
I'm 'bout to throw them 24's on that Escalade
I'm going to put 24 inch rims on my Cadillac Escalade
Still I got the Mickey T's on the Chevrolet
But I still have Mickey Thompson tires on my Chevy
Z-7-1, the mere sight'll take your breath away
My car is impressive enough to leave you awestruck
It's today but I'm still on it like it's yesterday
I'm still committed to my music
Throw me the ball, this the game that I was bred to play
This is what I was destined to do
And pass the cooler with this stewardess named Desireé
I'm sharing a cooler with a woman named Desireé on the plane
You ain't no concern, I'ma wait and see what Heaven say
I'm not worried, I'll see what fate decides
I got a brother by the name of Snicky Ricky Wade
I have a brother named Snicky Ricky Wade
He said - Bubba, real careers ain't quicky quickly made
My brother believes success takes time and effort
My other brother by the name of Patrick 'Sleepy' Brown
I have another brother named Patrick 'Sleepy' Brown
Said that our +Noize+ is the type that you should keep around
He believes our music should be valued and preserved
They led me through the forest, took me to the wizard Ray
They took me to see Ray, who was like a wizard or mentor to me
He told me that tomorrow won't be what it is today
Ray gave me wise advice about the future
I said, 'Damn, that's just what my brother Tim would say'
I found Ray's words very insightful
I'm back at home, just how long have I been away?
I've been away from my hometown, how long has it been?
I'm the type that you might see with Petey Pablo
I hang out with other Southern rappers like Petey Pablo
Chasin fielder's dream with corn and three Diablos
I'm chasing my dreams and living life to the fullest
And I'll be blessed to death if I see tomorrow
I consider each day a gift and hope to live it to the fullest
But I'ma live to get my son a lead that he can follow
I want to set a good example for my son to follow
I might can't flip a brick but bet that I can move a pound
I may not be a drug dealer, but I can handle a large amount of weight
And if you call yourself the king, well then there's two in town
There can be two kings in town, including me
Regardless where you from, what you do, or who you found
It doesn't matter where you come from or what you do, we can be friends
You best to get to practice early for the shoot-around
You should come well-prepared
Cause Bubba don't play, do them thangs you won't say
I take my music seriously and I do what others may not
Be damned if I even pull my {dick} out and don't spray
I won't back down from a challenge
Daddy told me just to do them thangs he never did
My dad wants me to live my life to the fullest, doing the things he never had the chance to do
Breakin broads, get money, live your life and treasure it
Fun, cash, fun, and cherish your life
And that's the least that I can do, for the man who
That's the least I can do for my dad
raised me up and through his faults helped me understand you
My dad raised me despite his flaws and taught me to understand others
And now I'm certified, New South pioneer
I'm a well-known and respected Southern rapper
Born and raised down here, best believe I'm dyin here
I'm proud to be from the South and will likely die here
For all my rebels ridin dump truck, heavy Chevy's, Cadillacs
This goes out to all the Southern rebels driving trucks and heavy cars
Hot rods, no seats, in the back
Hot cars without enough seating
Browning, thirties-thirties, in the rack
Rifles resting in the rack
Guaranteed, leave your land, where you at?
I'm confident that you will be impressed, no matter where you're from
Dump truck, heavy Chevy's, Cadillacs
These vehicles are representative of Southern culture and pride
Sump truck, heavy Chevy's, Cadillacs
These vehicles also represent hard work and economic success
Bubba Sparxxx! (YEAH)
Bubba Sparxxx's name and trademark yell
Organized Noize (YEAH) Beat Club
Shoutout to producing groups Organized Noize and Beat Club
Timbo (YEAH) the whole New South
Shoutout to producer Timbo and the entire New South music scene
Real down South Georgia boy
Proud to be a true Georgia man
Real country white boy, real HARD
A real country boy, strong and resilient
Get it together, a new beginning..
Let's focus and start fresh
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MIKE RUTHERFORD (GB)
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