His hits date back to 2003 and include: "Right Thurr," "Holidae In," "One Call Away" featuring J-Weav, "Balla Baby" and more recently, "Pullin' Me Back" featuring Tyrese and "Dem Jeans featuring Jermaine Dupri." He has also taken part in the "Get Low (Remix)" music video. Chingy goes by the logo "G.I.B.", which stands for Git It Boyz. He was on the road from August 06-January 07 and is now in his hometown St. Louis helping his younger cousin Young Spiffy create his debut album Troublemaka. Spiffy will be the first off his label Slot-A-Lot.
Career
St. Louis based Fo-Reel Entertainment home of artists such as Nelly claim to have discovered the talented Chingy, and he was often seen during his early days with their entourage. However as time passed Chingy began to distance himself, during which time a feud emerged between Nelly and Chingy. Shortly after, he emerged once again as a member of Ludacris' southern hip hop record label DTP. His relationship with DTP was hugely successful and lead to a successful debut consisting of the lead single "Right Thurr", "Holidae In", and "One Call Away". But later in 2005, Chingy had a monetary dispute with DTP, causing him to leave the label. He released Powerballin' the same year, yielding the singles "Balla Baby" and "Don't Worry". His debut single only made success into the Billboard top 20. In 2006, he squashed his beef with Nelly and appeared in Ali & Gipp's new video "Go Head". He stated in Rap City that he has no beef with Ludacris. He released his third album Hoodstar, releasing "Pullin' Me Back", "Dem Jeans", and "Nike Aurr's and Crispy Tee's". He is currently dating a girl called Georgia Lowell who was a former prostitute and stripper in the United Kingdom, however he recently announced it to be rumours. Around March 2007, Chingy started appearing in advertisements for Party with a Star.com, with whom he has signed a contract to have a one hour meet and greet with the contest winner, along with other former celebrities and reality stars Ant (comedian), Cindy Margolis, Traci Bingham, Steve-O, and Vanilla Ice. Chingy has appeared on Goerge Lopez and The Jay Leno Show.
Albums
* 2003: Jackpot
* 2004: Powerballin
* 2006: Hoodstar
* 2007: Hate it or Love It
* 2009: Everything or Nothing
Solo singles
* 2003: "Right Thurr"
* 2003: "Holidae In" (featuring Ludacris & Snoop Dogg)
* 2004: "One Call Away" (featuring J-Weav)
* 2004: "Balla Baby"
* 2005: "Don't Worry" (featuring Janet Jackson)
* 2006: "Pullin' Me Back" (featuring Tyrese)
* 2006: "Dem Jeans" (featuring Jermaine Dupri)
* 2007: "Nike Aurr's and Crispy Tee's
Featured singles
* 2003: "Shorty" (Busta Rhymes featuring Chingy, Fat Joe, & Nick Cannon)
* 2004: "I Like That" (Houston featuring Chingy, Nate Dogg, & I-20)
* 2004: "Fightin' in the Club" (I-20 featuring Lil Fate, Tity Boi, & Chingy)
Videography
From Jackpot:
* 2003: "Right Thurr"
* 2003: "Right Thurr" (Remix) (featuring Jermaine Dupri and Trina)
* 2003: "Holidae In" (featuring Snoop Dogg and Ludacris)
* 2004: "One Call Away" (featuring J-Weav)/"Chingy Jackpot"
From Powerballin:
* 2004: "Balla Baby"
* 2004: "Balla Baby" (Remix) (featuring Lil' Flip and Boozie)
From Hoodstar:
* 2006: "Pullin' Me Back" (featuring Tyrese)
* 2006: "Dem Jeans" (featuring Jermaine Dupri)
* 2007: "Nike Aurr's & Crispy Tee's"
Bagg Up
Chingy Lyrics
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Bagg up
Bounce, bounce, bounce then (bagg up)
Bounce, bounce, bounce then (bagg up)
Bounce, bounce, bounce then (bagg up)
Bounce (uh) bounce (uh)
Straight playa, baby
Two rides outside with that OG ride
Snake skins, no Timbaland boots, get loot
I'll shoot if you try to play me
Get clout when I'm out, money what I'm all about
In a world that's so shady
Peep this streetness, never had a weakness
Peep this, I do this daily
Follow my whole set, bottles of moet
Bet until they lay me
Six feet in the dirt, I'm the one with the work
Got hits but they try to spray me
If I lack, keep straps, it's a wrap, gimme daps
You can roll with me, yeah maybe
Hey the streets is mine like mixtapes
When an MC grind don't play crazy
[hook]
Gimme some room when I pull that Jag up
Bounce, bounce, then
My pockets on swoll, is that what ya mad for?
Huh? Go on then
See that Coup with that maroon rag up?
What? Huh? Then
To your money hungry chicks that always nag us
Bagg up
[Chingy]
E'rybody talkin since they see I'm on a roll
Touch what's mine, you gon' end up gettin' mowed
Ladies they love me like they just found a pot of gold
Jackpot, I'm scoring big around the globe
You can be hot, I'm what you not and that's cold
Cold with the flow, dro when it goes
Sick, baby said she never drove a stick
Until she was ontop of me, backseat of the six
It's goin down round these parts
Nobody liked me till I got the deal so don't start
Is it different? Is it dope? I dunno what you yappin about
Its way too funky for you to smell what I'm rappin about
Just Chingy baby
[hook]
Gimme some room when I pull that Jag up
Bounce, bounce, then
My pockets on swoll, is that what ya mad for?
Huh? Go on then
See that Coup with that maroon rag up?
What? Huh? Then
To your money hungry chicks that always nag us
Bagg up
[Chingy]
How many MC's must get dissed
For hatin on the NDP, New Draft Pick
Don't it look like a hundred moons in my wrist?
I'm sorry I'm the glitter that your girls seen glists (??)
Swim with the big fish, I hit I don't miss
Sorta like Starks shootin' free's for the Knicks
Don't get me pissed, you'll take a big diss
It'll feel like you fell off a tall cliff
I'm a bully like Cliff (??) I sank yo ship
Six o'clock from the clip if you pop off a lip
Just Chingy baby
[hook]
Gimme some room when I pull that Jag up
Bounce, bounce, then
My pockets on swoll, is that what ya mad for?
Huh? Go on then
See that Coup with that maroon rag up?
What? Huh? Then
To your money hungry chicks that always nag us
Bagg up
In the song "Bagg Up," Chingy raps about his experiences as a successful rapper and the lifestyle that comes with it. He talks about his flashy cars, designer clothes ("snake skins, no Timbaland boots"), and the money he's earning ("my pockets on swoll"). The chorus repeats the phrase "bagg up," which can mean to gather one's money or possessions, reinforcing the theme of wealth and success.
The first verse also shows Chingy's confidence and toughness, as he warns anyone who tries to "play" him that he's not afraid to "shoot." He also emphasizes his dedication to making money and succeeding in a cutthroat industry, singing that he's "all about" money.
In the second verse, Chingy boasts about his popularity with women and his unique style ("You can be hot, I'm what you not and that's cold"). He also takes a bit of a dig at other rappers who may be copying his style, proclaiming that they "hate on the NDP" (New Draft Pick).
Overall, "Bagg Up" is a braggadocious song that shows off Chingy's confidence, wealth, and success as a rapper.
Line by Line Meaning
Bagg up
Let's get ready to hustle and make some money, baby.
Bounce, bounce, bounce then (bagg up)
Let's get hyped and energized to go out and make this money.
Straight playa, baby
I'm a slick talker and smooth operator, always ready to make moves.
Two rides outside with that OG ride
I've got two cars parked outside and one of them is a classic OG ride.
I'm high but it's all gravy
I'm feeling good and maybe a little bit high, but it's all good and under control.
Snake skins, no Timbaland boots, get loot
I'm not wearing Timbaland boots like every other rapper, I'm wearing snake skin boots and I'm still making money.
I'll shoot if you try to play me
Don't mess with me because I'll pull out my gun and defend myself.
Get clout when I'm out, money what I'm all about
I gain respect and influence when I'm out and about, and money is my main focus in life.
In a world that's so shady
The world is full of shady people and I've learned to navigate it.
Peep this streetness, never had a weakness
I'm a street-smart person and I've never had a disadvantage or weakness.
Peep this, I do this daily
This is my lifestyle and I do it every day, effortlessly and smoothly.
Follow my whole set, bottles of moet
Come join my crew and we'll celebrate with bottles of Moët champagne.
Bet until they lay me
I'm always up for a bet, even if it's with my life on the line.
Six feet in the dirt, I'm the one with the work
I'm the one who is hustling and putting in the work, even if it means I'll be buried six feet under.
Got hits but they try to spray me
I've made some successful hits, but jealous people are trying to take me down.
If I lack, keep straps, it's a wrap, gimme daps
If I'm ever lacking (in money, protection, or otherwise) I'll pull out my straps (guns) and be ready to fight. Give me some props for being ready for anything.
You can roll with me, yeah maybe
I might let you roll with me and join my crew, but it's not a guarantee.
Hey the streets is mine like mixtapes
I run these streets like a mixtape, with my own unique style and flow.
When an MC grind don't play crazy
When you're hustling and grinding as an MC, don't get too wild or crazy.
Gimme some room when I pull that Jag up
Clear the way when I pull up in my Jaguar, I'm a boss and I demand respect.
My pockets on swoll, is that what ya mad for?
My pockets are full of money and that's why you're jealous and angry with me, but you should just admire from afar.
See that Coup with that maroon rag up?
Check out my fancy sports car with the maroon ragtop, it's a status symbol.
To your money hungry chicks that always nag us
To all the women who only care about my money and nag us, it doesn't bother me because I'm still living life to the fullest.
E'rybody talkin since they see I'm on a roll
Everyone is talking about me and my success since I've been on a roll lately.
Touch what's mine, you gon' end up gettin' mowed
If you try to take what's mine, you'll get mowed down (probably with bullets).
Ladies they love me like they just found a pot of gold
Women love me and are excited to be with me, like they just found a pot of gold.
Jackpot, I'm scoring big around the globe
I've hit the jackpot and am making lots of money and hitting it big around the world.
You can be hot, I'm what you not and that's cold
You might be hot (popular or talented), but I'm something you're not and something special (and that's cold or impressive).
Cold with the flow, dro when it goes
I've got a sick, cold flow when I rap and I enjoy smoking weed.
Sick, baby said she never drove a stick
This girl I was with was really impressed by me and said she never had sex with someone like me (or maybe she never drove a stick shift car).
Until she was ontop of me, backseat of the six
She was so turned on and into me that we ended up hooking up in the backseat of my car (maybe it was a fancy sports car).
It's goin down round these parts
Things are happening and going down in my neighborhood and in my life.
Nobody liked me till I got the deal so don't start
No one paid attention to me or liked me until I got signed to a music deal, so don't try to act like you were always a fan.
Is it different? Is it dope? I dunno what you yappin about
I don't know what you're talking about or trying to analyze because it's just different and dope.
Its way too funky for you to smell what I'm rappin about
My style and flow is too unique and funky for you to fully comprehend or understand.
How many MC's must get dissed
I've dissed so many other MCs and rappers in my rhymes and I'm not afraid to keep doing it.
For hatin on the NDP, New Draft Pick
I'm dissing anyone who hates on the NDP (New Draft Pick), which might refer to me or my crew or just anyone trying to bring us down.
Don't it look like a hundred moons in my wrist?
I've got many diamonds or other jewels in my watch or bracelet, making it shine and look like a hundred moons.
I'm sorry I'm the glitter that your girls seen glists (??)
Sorry (not sorry) that I'm the one your girl is obsessed with and that she can't resist the glitter or shine of my jewelry or lifestyle.
Swim with the big fish, I hit I don't miss
I'm playing with the big boys and competing with the top dogs in the game. I don't make mistakes, I always hit my mark.
Sorta like Starks shootin' free's for the Knicks
I've got precision and accuracy like NBA player John Starks when he's shooting free throws for the New York Knicks.
Don't get me pissed, you'll take a big diss
Don't make me angry or upset, because then I'll diss you hard or put you in your place.
It'll feel like you fell off a tall cliff
My diss or put-down will hurt you so badly that it will feel like you've fallen off a tall cliff.
I'm a bully like Cliff (??) I sank yo ship
I'm aggressive and tough like some famous bully named Cliff (I'm not sure who he's referring to), and I've taken you down and sunk your ship.
Six o'clock from the clip if you pop off a lip
If you talk back or mess with me, I'll shoot you at six o'clock (maybe a reference to a specific gun or technique).
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CURTIS MAYFIELD, HOWARD EARL BAILEY
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