Unk’s debut album Beat’n Down Yo Block! sold more than two-hundred thousand copies and soared to number 21 on Billboard’s top R&B albums of 2006. “Walk It Out” and “2 Step” became international phenomenons that rocked the hip-hop, R&B, and rap charts for multiple weeks. “Walk It Out” was certified Platinum and peaked at number 2 while “2 Step” was certified Gold. The success of Beat’n Down Yo Block! scored Unk a collaboration with Three 6 Mafia on their 2008 hit “I’d Rather” which led to additional collaborations with superstars like T-Pain, Soulja Boy, Sean Kingston, E40, Jim Jones, Ray J, and Andre 3000. In November 2008, Unk released his sophomore album, 2econd Season, and created a track titled “In Yo Face” that was featured on the NBA 2k9 video game trailer.
In August 2009, Unk suffered a heart attack, which led him to some pretty drastic changes in his life. In a March 2010 interview with XXL, Unk shared more about the stress that led up to his heart attack:
“It comes from not exercising, from not eating right. Basically man, I work hard everyday. Everything I do every day I try to make something happen in my household. I constantly be on the go, I constantly be on airplanes, in different weather and you know it just took a toll on me. It was stress…I removed all the [negative stuff]. I’m blessed to be as booked for concerts and hosting and everything. I enjoy myself but I’ve calmed down on the drinking, on the beer, the smoking…I substituted that with fruits, base foods like good salmon, just healthy things. Whenever I go out, I still enjoy myself like before. I have a drink or two before I hit the stage. I just don’t go ham like I did before; everything was so fast. Instead of praying once like before, I go twice a day…It’s a blessing to be here. I’ve been on the road since 2006 and at this age—I’m 28 right now—a lot of people don’t get to see 28. A lot of people don’t get to see 15, 10, some babies. It’s a blessing for me to celebrate [another] birthday. I had some medical issues going on from not eating the right food and that just come from when I stopped taking care of myself. I got to get healthy not just for my sake, but also for my kids and for my wife.”
Since recovering from his heart attack, Unk has signed with a new label Nimbus Universal which has its distribution through the executive music group Fontana brand. Nimbus Universal, LLC CEO Robert Thorn III stated “We are happy to have Dj Unk and his “Itsago” brand on board with us and we will be aiming for success with our future releases”. Dj Unk has plans to come back to a trending lane in late 2012 and is hard at work on brand new tracks for his 2013 release REVAMP. In the meantime, Unk has nothing but positive thoughts for the future:
“I love my job. I love my beginning. I don’t know what my end is. But I love DJ-ing. I always love to rock a crowd. But I also love being on the stage and being right there with the fans. I’d love to expand my career as far as learning production. So it’s all a learning experience for me. I don’t want to drop nothing I’m doing. I want to learn more and continue pushing forward.”
Bring It Back
DJ UNK Lyrics
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bring it, back briing it back.
[DJ MONTAY]
yeah.
one time, it's ya boy DJ montay right.
we got a brand newdance comin' for ya.
i don't care if ya from the eastcoast,
now when this beat drop...
you gotta be on point. so bring it back.
top quality productions! unk camp! dj unk!
tell um how to do it shawty!
[DJ UNK]
Catch da beat like me. Bounce ya body like dis. You can do it by ya'self. Go on and bounce on it bitch. it so fresh out da press, grey goose on the rocks.. bring it back, hit the stage with da bomb in ma socks. now these hoes wanna jock. in my song, so they cop. lean ya shoulders to the beat, and if ya can't ya need ta stop. Everybody bring it backlike the trap.. Set up shop. Fuck a hata, you the snitch.. You a flashlight cop.
Bring it back in the chevy. Leanin' in the drop top. Smokin' perk, watchin' werk, you can bounce, you can rock. Lean back like da mayback. cool and relaxed now dey see i'm certified.. big on bitch. BRING IT BACK
[Chorus]
Now bring it back. HEY! bring it back, bring it back... Bring it back, Bring it back...
Catch the beat like this, HEY! Bring it back, bring it back... (4x)
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You rindin big? bring it back! Hit da mall, jump fresh, spendin stacks. Bring it back. Hitin' clubs, drinkin goose and da yak. bring it back. throwin up my hood niggas where you at?!? BRING IT BACK. smokin cush, gettin head in the lac. Bring it back! Hell nah, Fuck that! Break ya back. Bring it back. Bounce wit it, lean wit it, Ride dat. Bring it back! Dj Montay on da track, Bring it back. Bring it back. Westside, Bankhead, Bring it Back! bring it back! *In da K where it's greata* Bring it back, bring it back! Ridin' down in Malcay, Bring it back! bring it back! On that L, might as well. bring it back, bring it back! ATL, everybody like this. HEY! Bring it back, Bring it back.. Bring it back bring it back!
Song Lyrics
[Chorus]
Now bring it back. HEY! bring it back, bring it back... Bring it back, Bring it back...
Catch the beat like this, HEY! Bring it back, bring it back... (4x)
[DJ Montay]
Iight, iight, iight. Some of ya'll know what I'm tal;kin' bout out there, but some of ya'll don't... i got my partner DJ Unk, right?, That's about to tell ya'll how this thing go. DJ UNK. CRANK UM UP!
[DJ UNK]
Now crank it up, Crank it up. Crank it up. Crank it up. Bounce wit it, Lean it it. Crank it up. crank it up. Now ride out, ride out, now ride out. break ya back to the beat now ride out. ride out, ride out. now catch the beat like this, if you can't bounce. don't bounce, just quit. now bring it back, now bring it back, bring it back, bring it back, bring it back! now run for it, liek this. bring it back.
[Chorus]
Now bring it back. HEY! bring it back, bring it back... Bring it back, Bring it back...
Catch the beat like this, HEY! Bring it back, bring it back... (4x)
[Outro]
Uh, UH UH, Uh, Uh, uh UH! Bass (3x)
The song "Bring It Back" by DJ UNK is an energetic and upbeat hip-hop track that promotes dancing and having fun. The song opens with DJ Montay introducing the song and instructing listeners to catch the beat and bring it back. DJ UNK then takes over the song, rapping about how fresh and exciting the dance is and how everyone should join in. He encourages listeners to bounce their bodies and lean to the beat. The lyrics also mention various locations where people can dance, from the mall to the club to riding in a car.
The overall theme of the song is about having a good time and enjoying life. The lyrics are meant to be fun and entertaining, encouraging listeners to dance and be free-spirited. The beat is catchy and easy to dance to, making it a popular party track.
This song was DJ UNK's breakout hit and peaked at number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song went on to become a dance club staple and remains a popular song for parties and events. The song's success also led to DJ UNK signing a record deal with Epic Records.
Line by Line Meaning
bring it, back briing it back.
Repeating the phrase as an attention grabber.
yeah.
Agreeing to what was previously said.
one time, it's ya boy DJ montay right.
Introducing himself as DJ Montay.
we got a brand newdance comin' for ya.
Announcing a new dance move.
i don't care if ya from the eastcoast,
Saying it doesn't matter where you're from.
west coast, midweast, down south..
Listing different regions of the US.
you gotta be on point. so bring it back.
Encouraging people to be focused and dance along.
top quality productions! unk camp! dj unk!
Promoting the brand.
tell um how to do it shawty!
Asking DJ Unk to explain how to dance.
Catch da beat like me. Bounce ya body like dis.
Describing the dance move.
You can do it by ya'self. Go on and bounce on it bitch.
Telling the listener that they can dance alone.
it so fresh out da press, grey goose on the rocks..
Describing a fresh new song with alcohol references.
bring it back, hit the stage with da bomb in ma socks.
Saying the dance is explosive and exciting.
now these hoes wanna jock. in my song, so they cop.
Saying that listeners want to copy his style.
lean ya shoulders to the beat, and if ya can't ya need ta stop.
Explaining how to move your shoulders to the beat.
Everybody bring it backlike the trap..
Comparing the dance move to a trap beat.
Set up shop. Fuck a hata, you the snitch.. You a flashlight cop.
Referring to the lifestyle of a trap artist and criticizing people who snitch.
Bring it back in the chevy. Leanin' in the drop top.
Mentioning a Chevy and a convertible car to associate with the lifestyle the song is talking about.
Smokin' perk, watchin' werk, you can bounce, you can rock.
Describing chillin' while watching people dance.
Lean back like da mayback. cool and relaxed now dey see i'm certified.. big on bitch. BRING IT BACK
Showing off and saying he is certified in his craft.
Now bring it back. HEY! bring it back, bring it back... Bring it back, Bring it back...
Repeating the chorus.
Catch the beat like this, HEY! Bring it back, bring it back... (4x)
Encouraging the listener to catch the beat and dance.
Iight, iight, iight. Some of ya'll know what I'm tal;kin' bout out there, but some of ya'll don't...
Acknowledging that not everyone may understand what he's saying.
now crank it up, crank it up...
Encouraging listeners to increase the volume and energy.
Now ride out, ride out, now ride out. break ya back to the beat now ride out. ride out, ride out.
Encouraging the listener to ride out and dance hard.
now catch the beat like this, if you can't bounce. don't bounce, just quit.
Offering advice for those not able to dance.
now run for it, liek this. bring it back.
Telling people to keep it up and bring the dance back.
Uh, UH UH, Uh, Uh, uh UH! Bass (3x)
Ending the song with ad-libs and mentioning the heavy bass in the song.
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