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.”
Show Out
DJ UNK Lyrics
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You already know dj unk b runnin this
I'm a walkin disco ball and I'm known to blind a chick
Second season, this is it
Bigger record never soft
And I'm back up in this thing, baby
Now watch me
Now show out
Now show out
Now show out
You such a show off
Now show out
Now show out
Now show out
You such a show off
Now show out
Now show out
Now show out
You such show off
Now show out
Now show out
Now show out
You such a show off
Now bust a move
Now bust a move
Now bust a move
Now bust a move
Now bust a move
I'm bout to show em this is what I do
Now do it lil
Now do it lil
Now do it right
Now do it right
Now jig with it
Now jig with it
Now walk with me
Now walk with me
Now bust a move
Now bust a move
Now bust a move
Now bust a move
Now bust a move
I'm bout to show em this is what I do
Now do it lil
Now do it lil
Now do it right
Now do it right
Now jig with it
Now jig with it
Now walk with me
Now walk with me
[Verse 1]
Now I'm bout to show em this is what I do (this is what I do)
You brought your click, cause girl I keep my crew (I keep my crew)
First I click it like bitch this my woman
Then I pass it to my folk now he got her
You can't walk like me on my bad day
Watch me get jiggie with it in my mj's
I'm layed back so relax like a sunday
I'm 2 stepin doin shows on a monday
Crank it up a notch, I make the girls get low
First a hug now she doing it on her tippy toes
Doin it left, do it right, do it with no hands
And when it's time to wild out do that rock dance
Walk, walk, now walk with me yall
Ball, ball, showin off yall
Big o records number one and I earned my spot
Now do your dance dj unk show me what ya got
(Chorus)
Now show out
Now show out
Now show out
You such a show off
Now show out
Now show out
Now show out
You such a show off
Now show out
Now show out
Now show out
You such show off
Now show out
Now show out
Now show out
You such a show off
Now bust a move
Now bust a move
Now bust a move
Now bust a move
Now bust a move
I'm bout to show em this is what I do
Now do it lil
Now do it lil
Now do it right
Now do it right
Now jig with it
Now jig with it
Now walk with me
Now walk with me
[Verse 2]
Ayee now bring it back
Do the motorcycle can you ride
Watch me dip, bring it up they lookin cross eyed
They never seen a sophmore come back like this before
Then go to collage but I graduated to the to the door
I want the mulaa that money the candy
That guaa that bread that shrinky that skinny
Yo I broght the party I steady
The whole club pumped and they screamin we ready (we ready)
I bust a move yea yall round steady
Can hate if ya want but our moves b heavey
Aye back on the scene and got me twisted
Throw that bitch up I catch it you hit it
This ya chance get ya ass up and hit da floor
Tell the dj to turn it up I'm showin off hoe
Lights camera action shorty I'm the main atriction
(Chorus)
Now show out
Now show out
Now show out
You such a show off
Now show out
Now show out
Now show out
You such a show off
Now show out
Now show out
Now show out
You such show off
Now show out
Now show out
Now show out
You such a show off
Now bust a move
Now bust a move
Now bust a move
Now bust a move
Now bust a move
I'm bout to show em this is what I do
Now do it lil
Now do it lil
Now do it right
Now do it right
Now jig with it
Now jig with it
Now walk with me
Now walk with me
Now show out
Now show out
Now show out
You such a show off
Now show out
Now show out
Now show out
You such a show off
Now show out
Now show out
Now show out
You such show off
Now show out
Now show out
Now show out
You such a show off
The song "Show Out" by DJ UNK is an energetic party anthem that proclaims the artist’s confident and in-your-face personality. The song is characterized by a repetitive hook that encourages the listener to dance and show off their moves. The artist expresses his swag and says that he is a walking disco ball and can blind a chick. This is a metaphor for his flashy and dazzling personality. He further mentions that he is back in the game after a short break and is ready to take over the party scene.
In the verses, he talks about his ability to attract women, bring his crew along, and perform his famous dance moves. He claims that nobody can walk like him even on his bad day and boasts about his skill in doing the rock dance. He emphasizes that he is here to enjoy his life and make memories while getting paid for it. He encourages his listeners to join him and dance to the beat, which is contagious and hard to resist. Overall, the song is about confidence, fun, and partying.
Line by Line Meaning
Ayeee
An enthusiastic greeting
You already know dj unk b runnin this
DJ Unk is in charge and in control of the situation
I'm a walkin disco ball and I'm known to blind a chick
I'm dressed and shining so brightly that people can't help but notice me
Second season, this is it
This is the second time around and it's going to be even better
Bigger record never soft
This record is going to be huge and powerful
And I'm back up in this thing, baby
I'm back and ready to get into action
Now watch me
Observe and pay attention to what I'm about to do
Now show out
Put on a display of your skills and talents
You such a show off
You're boasting and displaying your skills and talents excessively
Now bust a move
Do a dance move
I'm bout to show em this is what I do
I'm about to demonstrate my abilities
Now do it lil
Do a small dance move
Now do it right
Do the dance move properly
Now jig with it
Dance with energy and enthusiasm
Now walk with me
Come with me and join in the dance
Ball, ball, showin off yall
Showing off and attracting attention to oneself
Big o records number one and I earned my spot
Big O Records is the best and I deserve my position in it
Can hate if ya want but our moves b heavey
People may criticize us, but our dance moves are strong and impressive
Now show out
Put on a display of your skills and talents
You such a show off
You're boasting and displaying your skills and talents excessively
Contributed by Elijah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@MzBigbootyjudy
CHILLI N HA SON WAS THE BEST PART LMAO
@K1ngEcl
DJ UNK always make da best club bangers!!! u right they gonna kill it in da club when this comes on!
@courtneyxo34
Here in 2019 😊💁🏻♀️
@jonathanderbidge598
Hey over a decade and a half and this song is still a banger
@CaptainJess1994
I remember my first time watching this when it came out and saying out loud.............."Oh my God is that CHILLI?!"
@queenkady441
This was my jam in middle school ❤
@JasonVoorhees-wn6co
I remember seeing this on
106 & Park! 😂
@iQueenJaz
Still lit in 2017.
@slim00187
2021 still jammin it ~~ YASSSS
@bumsquadtv
UNK! Thanks for the interview!!! SHOW OUT! bumsquadtv