Jahmaal Fyffe (born 26 November 1990), known better by his stage name Chipm… Read Full Bio ↴Jahmaal Fyffe (born 26 November 1990), known better by his stage name Chipmunk, is a British hip hop & RnB artist and songwriter from Tottenham, London. He is signed with Columbia Records of Sony Music UK. He won the Best UK Newcomer at the MOBO Awards 2008. He also won Best Hip-Hop Act at the MOBO Awards 2009. He scored a UK Number 1 hit with Oopsy Daisy in 2009. He has also performed with the likes of JLS, performing at a number of their concerts when they were on tour in early 2010.

His debut album, I Am Chipmunk, was released on 12 October 2009. It has produced four top 25 singles included three consecutive top-ten hits and one chart topper. The album was deemed a success after it debuted at number 2 on the UK Albums Chart and reaching platinum sales of over 300,000 copies.

In-line with its record sales, a new platinum edition of the album was released on May 3, 2010 featuring four new songs, including new single Until You Were Gone featuring Dutch singer-songwriter Esmee Denters.

Chip Diddy Chip was released as the first official single from the album on 16 January 2009. The single peaked at number 21 on the UK Singles Chart and marked Chipmunk's breakthrough.
Diamond Rings was released as the second official single on 6 July 2009 and featured vocals from upcoming Scottish R&B singer Emeli Sandé. The single peaked at number 6 in the UK; marking Chipmunk's first Top 10 hit.
"Oopsy Daisy" was released as the third official single on 4 October 2009 and featured vocals from Dayo Olatunji. The single went on to top the UK Singles Chart, marking Chipmunk's first number-one single, but also his second consecutive Top 10 hit. The Oopsy Daisy Songfacts reported that it reached peak position on October 11, 2009, beating The Saturdays in a two-way battle for the top of the charts. Co-incidentally, one line of "Oopsy Daisy" reads "now I feel like Saturdays are weaker."
"Look for Me" featuring vocals from Talay Riley was released as the fourth official single from the album on 28 December 2009. The single marked Chipmunk's third consecutive Top 10 hit when it managed to peak at number 7 in the UK.
"Until You Were Gone" served as the fifth official single to be released, but the first and only single to be released from the Platinum Edition reissue of the album. The single featured vocals from Dutch pop/R&B singer Esmée Denters and was released on 19 April 2010; where it debuted at number 3, marking Chipmunk's fourth consecutive Top 10 hit and his second most successful single behind Oopsy Daisy.

His new album, Transition, is scheduled for release in mid 2011.

Business
Chipmunk Lyrics

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I'm just mindin' my business
Handlin' business, there's no love for you lad it's business
I'm just mindin' my business
Handlin' business, there's no love for you lad it's business

I do this for Panaray, Diana Blake
And daddy's goin' doolally if someone tries to violate me
niggas that are in house are tryin' to snake me

It's a minor, nothin' is this world can break me
I have risen, I have fell, oh yes I'm still here
Tryna run up in my drum they're lucky that I wasn't there
Trust me I'm the one to put your money on
Last thing I do I'm gonna make it a spare
See I'm just tryna to blow and they're just tryin' to do the same
Started at the same place, they still haven't got a name
I clocked every snake, but remains social shut my mind
Because I'm supposed to, not because I'm told to
I don't know what they told you, my team I stick with it
I'm a loyal monk, I don't switch ships every minute
Unlike some their time won't come,
I'll be in this limelight until my life is done

I'm just mindin' my business
Handlin' business, there's no love for you lad it's business
I'm just mindin' my business
Handlin' business, there's no love for you lad it's business
I said I couldn't give two shits, they haven't got two kits
I've got a kit I love now I'm movin'
I'm just mindin' my business
Handlin' business, there's no love for you lad it's business

And now man I'm movin' up
One of my teams and try and move it up
If she's done she'll probably give it up but
I don't give a fuck
Over chicks I'll never scuff, I learnt that on the streets because
One man's wifey is another man's B dud
Trust me, I learned that the hard way
Fear no evil, trust no gal I'm focusin' on my pay
doin' things my way they can't always manage it
Not all decisions made are made by management
You're not a goon you're a talker boy
Mr. Monk I'm a boss not a water boy
You're not that sorta boy, my fam no I'm down G
There's just a couple man that man don't need around me
You see I can't take these sneaky heads
True love you got for man then you won't take offense

I'm just mindin' my business
Handlin' business, there's no love for you lad it's business
I'm just mindin' my business
Handlin' business, there's no love for you lad it's business
I said I couldn't give two shits, they haven't got two kits
I've got a kit I love now I'm movin'
I'm just mindin' my business
Handlin' business, there's no love for you lad it's business

You know I handle my business, leave no witness
Prove it but they know who did this
The Feds got his pictures, another eye with the street boy features
I'm not Chip Diddy Chip, but I'll flip diddy flip
Right hook will open up your lip diddy lips
And don't slip diddy slip, 'cause you know what will happen
I'm a real G the man there just rappin' (fakes), I swear I just slap 'em
I laugh 'cause while they fake it tryna make it
I'm in the manor in the banger listenin' to ?
You know me I'd rather take it
Young Spray, gun speed catch me on the pavement
Look, Chippy stay focus, especially make 'em disappear like hocus pocus
Them man are some jokers,
they don't handle their business they're broke 'cause

I'm just mindin' my business
Handlin' business, there's no love for you lad it's business
I'm just mindin' my business
Handlin' business, there's no love for you lad it's business
I said I couldn't give two shits, they haven't got two kits
I've got a kit I love now I'm movin'

I'm just mindin' my business
Handlin' business, there's no love for you lad it's business

Overall Meaning

Chipmunk's song "Business" is all about keeping one's focus on handling business and not letting love or any emotional attachment get in the way. The lyrics indicate that the artist is unbothered by those who try to bring harm to him as he is protected by his gang. Chipmunk mentions his loyalty to his group and demonstrates that he is not afraid to retaliate with violence when necessary. He expresses his disdain for individuals who try to take advantage of him and clarifies that he doesn't like to associate with "sneaky heads."

The lyrics also demonstrate Chipmunk's street-smartness and confidence in his abilities. He talks about his rise in the music industry and how he is going to make it big. He makes it clear that he is not a follower and won't let others sway his decisions or impact his success. The song ends with Chipmunk asserting himself as a real gangster and warning those who try to cross him to beware.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm just mindin' my business
I am focusing on my own affairs

Handlin' business, there's no love for you lad it's business
When it comes to business, emotions have no place

I do this for Panaray, Diana Blake
I work hard for the people I care about

And daddy's goin' doolally if someone tries to violate me
My father would be greatly upset if someone messed with me

Niggas that are in house are tryin' to snake me
People close to me are trying to deceive me

It's a minor, nothin' is this world can break me
I am resilient and nothing can break me

I have risen, I have fell, oh yes I'm still here
Despite setbacks, I am still standing

Tryna run up in my drum they're lucky that I wasn't there
Someone who tried to rob me is lucky I wasn't home

Trust me I'm the one to put your money on
I am a reliable person when it comes to financial matters

Last thing I do I'm gonna make it a spare
I will make sure I have a backup plan in place

Started at the same place, they still haven't got a name
I started with others but have made a name for myself

Like some their time won't come,
Some people will never achieve success

I'm a loyal monk, I don't switch ships every minute
I am a faithful person and do not change my allegiances easily

If she's done she'll probably give it up but
If a woman is over it, she will likely move on

Not all decisions made are made by management
Not all decisions are made by higher-ups

You're not a goon you're a talker boy
You talk a lot but are not a thug

Mr. Monk I'm a boss not a water boy
I am a leader, not a subordinate

I'm in the manor in the banger listenin' to ?
I am in my car in the area, listening to music

Them man are some jokers, they don't handle their business they're broke 'cause
Those guys are not serious and are financially struggling because they do not handle their affairs adequately

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Jahmaal Fyffe, Kyle Abrahams, Mark Orabiyi, Peter Ighile

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