Don Toliver's solo debut came just a few months later, with the debut singles "I Gotta" and "Diva" dropping in November and December, respectively. However, the singles quickly caught the ear of Atlantic Records, which signed Toliver to the label in March 2018. Under Atlantic, he released his major-label debut album, Donny Womack.
While working on the tape, Toliver caught the attention of fellow Houston native Travis Scott, who invited the young rapper to Hawaii to work on a song on his then-upcoming third studio album, ASTROWORLD. Eagerly accepting, the sessions landed Toliver a feature on the album's thirteenth track, "CAN'T SAY" by Travis Scott, inspiring him to record much of the material for Donny Womack.
On August 3, 2018, the same day as Travis released his album, he gave a major cosign to Toliver on Twitter:
Coincidentally, on August 2, 2018, Toliver dropped his project, Donny Womack, the day before ASTROWORLD.
Genius caught up with the rising Houston artist just a few days before ASTROWORLD's release to discuss his relationship with Travis, going to Hawaii for the ASTROWORLD sessions, and his hopes for Donny Womack as his profile gets a dramatic boost.
When Genius asked him about how he met Travis and his relationship with him, he replied:
"When I first started linking up with Travis, somebody from my camp reached out to somebody in his camp. I sent them music and videos and it got to Travis and he was feeling it. He came back and we were able to link up and vibe."
In May 2019, he released his single "No Idea," the lead single of his March 2020 debut studio album, Heaven Or Hell. "No Idea" got its popularity from the viral social media app TikTok, on all the lip-sync and dance videos on the app.
In December 2019, JACKBOYS (Cactus Jack Records members) and Travis Scott released their compilation album, JACKBOYS. On the album, Toliver has a track titled "Had Enough" (also on Heaven Or Hell) featuring Quavo and Offset from the hip-hop trio Migos. He was also featured on another track by JACKBOYS and Travis, titled "WHAT TO DO?" from the album. In addition, he, Travis, and Luxury Tax provided vocals on another track by JACKBOYS and Sheck Wes, titled "GANG GANG."
On January 17, 2020, Toliver took another giant leap in his career. American rapper Eminem released his eleventh studio album, Music to Be Murdered By, in which Toliver featured on the eighteenth track, "No Regrets." The song's producer, D.A. Doman, recruited Toliver to record and sing the chorus at the "last minute."
On March 13, 2020, Toliver released Heaven Or Hell, his debut studio album, through Cactus Jack Records and Atlantic Records. It contains features from Travis Scott, Kaash Paige, Quavo, Offset, and Sheck Wes.
On October 8, 2021, Toliver released Life of A Don, his second studio album, through Cactus Jack Records and Atlantic Records. It contains features from Travis Scott, Kali Uchis, Baby Keem, HVN, and SoFaygo.
Around
Don Toliver Lyrics
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Are you around, babe?
I need you to call
I need you to call, babe
Don't be afraid (ha, ha)
I just wanna conversate (ha, ha, ha)
Are you around?
I need you to call, babe
I need a piece of your own lovin'
Why you stole my heart like a oven?
Take me now or take me down
Now you wanna come and kill me now
Turn in your love
I done done drowned in love, you're always runnin'
Runnin', havin' lots of fun and
Ridin' 'round town, ain't carin' about nothing
Are you around?
Are you around, babe?
I need you to call
I need you to call, babe
Don't be afraid (ha, ha)
I just wanna conversate (ha, ha, ha)
Are you around?
I need you to call, babe
She my love, don't go away
Stay around and don't go out of state
It's a matter of time before my big break
I'm knowin' that it's comin', I can't take the wave
I'm ridin' in the rov', I had no place to go
I'm lookin', you know, you diggin' a pot of gold
It's a no no no, you can't touch my bill folds
One way to go, I can't trust you no more
Are you around?
Are you around, babe?
I need you to call
I need you to call, babe
Don't be afraid (ha, ha)
I just wanna conversate (ha, ha, ha)
Are you around?
I need you to call, babe
The lyrics to Don Toliver's song "Around" convey a sense of longing and desire for someone's presence and attention. The repeated question "Are you around?" suggests an uncertainty and longing for the person to be physically and emotionally present. The repeated plea to "call" emphasizes the need for communication and connection with this person.
The artist expresses a desire for the person's love and affection, describing it as a "piece of your own lovin'." However, there is also a sense of hurt and betrayal, as he questions why the person "stole my heart like a oven." The lyrics suggest that the artist feels vulnerable and exposed, as if the person has the power to "kill" him emotionally.
Despite the pain, there is also a recognition of the temporary nature of relationships. The lyric "I done done drowned in love, you're always runnin'" implies that the artist has been hurt before and has experienced the fleeting nature of love. The carefree attitude of "havin' lots of fun and ridin' 'round town" conveys a sense of disconnection and detachment from emotional commitment.
In the second verse, the artist pleads for the person to stay and not leave. He acknowledges that his big break might be imminent and he wants the person by his side. There is a sense of urgency and a fear of missing out ("It's a matter of time before my big break, I'm knowin' that it's comin', I can't take the wave"). However, there is also a level of distrust and suspicion ("you can't touch my bill folds, one way to go, I can't trust you no more"), suggesting that the artist has been hurt in the past and is cautious about fully investing in this relationship.
Overall, the lyrics of "Around" depict a complex emotional landscape of longing, hurt, desire, and fear of vulnerability. The artist yearns for connection but also grapples with past experiences of heartbreak and betrayal.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you around?
Are you available or present?
Are you around, babe?
Are you here with me, my love?
I need you to call
I require you to contact me
I need you to call, babe
I need you to reach out to me, my love
Don't be afraid (ha, ha)
Do not feel frightened or hesitant
I just wanna conversate (ha, ha, ha)
I simply want to have a conversation
I need a piece of your own lovin'
I desire to receive your affection
Why you stole my heart like an oven?
Why did you capture my heart so completely?
Take me now or take me down
Accept me now or I will be defeated
Now you wanna come and kill me now
Now you wish to harm me or ruin me
Turn in your love
Give up on your love or end our relationship
I done done drowned in love, you're always runnin'
I have been overwhelmed by love, while you constantly avoid commitment
Runnin', havin' lots of fun and
Always on the move, enjoying yourself
Ridin' 'round town, ain't carin' about nothing
Driving around town without any worries or concerns
She my love, don't go away
She is my beloved, please do not leave
Stay around and don't go out of state
Remain close to me and do not leave our location
It's a matter of time before my big break
It is only a question of time until I achieve great success
I'm knowin' that it's comin', I can't take the wave
I am aware that it will come, but I am overwhelmed by the anticipation
I'm ridin' in the rov', I had no place to go
I am driving in the Range Rover, feeling lost with nowhere to go
I'm lookin', you know, you diggin' a pot of gold
I am seeking, you see, you are discovering a source of great wealth
It's a no no no, you can't touch my bill folds
Absolutely not, you are forbidden from accessing my money
One way to go, I can't trust you no more
There is only one path left, as I cannot trust you any longer
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Caleb Zackery Toliver, Fred Fisher
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Barbara Fernandes
Lyrics:
Are you around?
Are you around, babe?
I need you to call
I need you to call, babe
Don't be afraid, ha, ha, ha
I just wanna conversate, ha, ha, ha
Are you around?
I need you to call, babe
I need a piece of your own lovin'
Why you stole my heart like a oven?
Take me now or take me down
Now you wanna come and kill me now
Turn in your love
I done drowned in love, you're always runnin'
Runnin', havin' lots of fun and
Ridin' 'round town, ain't carin' about nothing
Are you around?
Are you around, babe?
I need you to call
I need you to call, babe
Don't be afraid, ha, ha, ha
I just wanna conversate, ha, ha, ha
Are you around?
I need you to call, babe
She my love, don't go away
Stay around and don't go out of state
It's a matter of time before my big break
I'm knowin' that it's comin', I can't take the wave
I'm ridin' in the Rov', I had no place to go
I'm lookin', you know, you diggin' a pot of gold
It's a no-no-no, you can't touch my bill folds
One way to go, I can't trust you no more
Are you around?
Are you around, babe?
I need you to call
I need you to call, babe
Don't be afraid, ha, ha, ha
I just wanna conversate, ha, ha, ha
Are you around?
I need you to call, babe
Rj Rodriguez avila
Lyric's:
Are you around?
Are you around, babe?
I need you to call
I need you to call, babe
Don't be afraid, ha, ha, ha
I just wanna conversate, ha, ha, ha
Are you around?
I need you to call, babe
I need a piece of your own lovin'
Why you stole my heart like a oven?
Take me now or take me down
Now you wanna come and kill me now
Turn in your love
I done drowned in love, you're always runnin'
Runnin', havin' lots of fun and
Ridin' 'round town, ain't carin' about nothing
Are you around?
Are you around, babe?
I need you to call
I need you to call, babe
Don't be afraid, ha, ha, ha
I just wanna conversate, ha, ha, ha
Are you around?
I need you to call, babe
She my love, don't go away
Stay around and don't go out of state
It's a matter of time before my big break
I'm knowin' that it's comin', I can't take the wave
I'm ridin' in the Rov', I had no place to go
I'm lookin', you know, you diggin' a pot of gold
It's a no-no-no, you can't touch my bill folds
One way to go, I can't trust you no more
Are you around?
Are you around, babe?
I need you to call
I need you to call, babe
Don't be afraid, ha, ha, ha
I just wanna conversate, ha, ha, ha
Are you around?
I need you to call, babe
Don Toliver
!!!LIFE OF A DON OUT NOW!!! ♥️🔥🌹🧑🏿🚀🤯🙏🏿
https://dontoliver.lnk.to/LifeofaDonID
MARY
I love you so much <3
€DonatelloAbdul€
He loves you too bet 🫶🏾
Miss May
Possibly the most under appreciated song I’ve ever come across. The whole world should hear this song!!!
LsEnt
Alexa Nova I promise I feel the same way
junsrevenge
its happening lmfao
Tia Pisani
I swear on everthingggg this is everythingggg
إنسان ابتلعه الزمان
What bout real high ! No idea ! Wasted !!
Literary Pharaoh
You hit the f..king nail on the head with that one!!!
Karla H
His voice is so beautiful 😭😍