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.
Mamma Mia
Don Toliver Lyrics
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Hey, mamma mia (uh huh), hey, where you goin'? (Yeah)
I see you're cold now in the summer
I'm ridin' high, I'm in a Hummer (uh huh)
I ain't gon' lie, I made a hundred (yeah)
Hey, mamma mia (uh huh), hey, where you goin'? (Yeah)
I see you're cold now in the summer
I ain't gon' lie, I made a hundred (yeah)
I'm certainly not the enemy (right)
She feel it in me, it's that energy (hey)
You popped a couple pills, don't pass to me (pills)
You're rollin' down the hill, it's a catastrophe (hill)
It's sexy when you slob me, I be slappin' it (huh)
I love it when you talkin' to me nasty (huh)
I'm in a wide body coupe, a 4Matic (skrt)
I know you finna give me head and, yeah, there's traffic (skrt)
Hey, mamma mia (uh huh), hey, where you goin'? (Yeah)
I see you're cold now in the summer
I'm ridin' high, I'm in a Hummer (uh huh)
I ain't gon' lie, I made a hundred (yeah)
Hey, mamma mia (uh huh), hey, where you goin'? (Yeah)
I see you're cold now in the summer
I'm ridin' high, I'm in a Hummer (uh huh)
I ain't gon' lie, I made a hundred (yeah)
Tell me somethin' that sounds nice (yeah)
I know you wanna come through and roll the dice (yeah)
A Polaroid picture, get out the ice
I came through the function with all the knifes (yeah)
A love story to tell twice (yeah)
But don't live it again, it ain't all nice (no no)
It's all bad in the end, but we all try (yeah)
Right lane, L.A., get it in tonight
Hey, mamma mia (uh huh), hey, where you goin'? (Yeah)
I see you're cold now in the summer
I'm ridin' high, I'm in a Hummer (uh huh)
I ain't gon' lie, I made a hundred (yeah)
Hey, mamma mia (uh huh), hey, where you goin'? (Yeah)
I see you're cold now in the summer
I'm ridin' high, I'm in a Hummer (uh huh)
I ain't gon' lie, I made a hundred (yeah)
The song "Mamma Mia" by Don Toliver is a catchy and upbeat tune with a blend of different genres including hip-hop, R&B, and pop music. The chorus, "Hey, mamma mia, hey where you going?" repeated twice in each verse, features a call and response style which adds a playful and engaging rhythm to the song. The opening lines, "I see you're cold now in the summer, I'm ridin' high, I'm in a Hummer," seems to evoke the image of the rapper enjoying his wealth and material possessions while the woman he addresses seems to be struggling. Despite the superficial nature of Don Toliver's bragging, he insists he is not the enemy, changes the tone that he likes the woman and is attracted to her.
The second verse talks about how she popped a couple pills, but he asks her not to pass it to him, and to some extent, warns her of her behavior by saying "you're rolling down the hill, it's a catastrophe." Don Toliver seems to appreciate and entice her kinky and sexual ways, singing "it's sexy when you slob me, I be slappin' it. I love it when you talkin' to me nasty." Later in the song, he requests her to "tell me something that sounds nice," suggesting that they're not just hooking up for the physical pleasure but also for emotional and personal fulfillment.
In conclusion, "Mamma Mia" is a fun and quirky song that embodies the current wave of hip-hop, with its big beats, smooth lyrics, and pop elements. Don Toliver sings vividly about his wealth, luxurious lifestyle, and a casual romance that is based on mutual attraction and sexual fulfillment. It could be interpreted as the story of an ambitious young rapper enjoying his success while trying to balance his personal life.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, mamma mia (uh huh), hey, where you goin'? (Yeah)
Addressing a woman and asking where she is headed.
I see you're cold now in the summer
Observing her current state of discomfort despite it being summer.
I'm ridin' high, I'm in a Hummer (uh huh)
Boasting about driving a luxurious and expensive vehicle.
I ain't gon' lie, I made a hundred (yeah)
Admitting to earning a large amount of money.
I'm certainly not the enemy (right)
Asserting that he is not a threat or enemy to anyone.
She feel it in me, it's that energy (hey)
Implying that the woman is attracted to his aura or vibe.
You popped a couple pills, don't pass to me (pills)
Refusing to take drugs that the woman is offering him.
You're rollin' down the hill, it's a catastrophe (hill)
Commenting on the woman's reckless behavior and the consequences that may follow.
It's sexy when you slob me, I be slappin' it (huh)
Enjoying receiving oral sex and expressing it in a crude manner.
I love it when you talkin' to me nasty (huh)
Enjoying being spoken to in a dirty or vulgar manner.
I'm in a wide body coupe, a 4Matic (skrt)
Mentioning the type of car he is currently driving.
I know you finna give me head and, yeah, there's traffic (skrt)
Anticipating receiving oral sex while also acknowledging the presence of traffic.
Tell me somethin' that sounds nice (yeah)
Asking for something pleasant or positive to be said.
I know you wanna come through and roll the dice (yeah)
Being aware of the woman's desire to take risks or be spontaneous.
A Polaroid picture, get out the ice
Referencing a popular Polaroid brand of camera and encouraging the woman to take a picture.
I came through the function with all the knifes (yeah)
Bringing knives to a social event or gathering for protection.
A love story to tell twice (yeah)
Having a romantic tale worth telling more than once.
But don't live it again, it ain't all nice (no no)
Advising against repeating past experiences because it may not end well.
It's all bad in the end, but we all try (yeah)
Acknowledging that life can be difficult, but it's important to keep trying anyways.
Right lane, L.A., get it in tonight
Referring to the fast-paced lifestyle in Los Angeles and the desire to have a good time.
Writer(s): Rick Witherspoon, Teddy Pena, Caleb Toliver
Contributed by Jason E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Hey, mamma mia (uh huh), hey, where you goin'? (Yeah)
I see you're cold now in the summer
I'm ridin' high, I'm in a Hummer (uh huh)
I ain't gon' lie, I made a hundred (yeah)
Hey, mamma mia (uh huh), hey, where you goin'? (Yeah)
I see you're cold now in the summer
I'm ridin' high, I'm in a Hummer (uh huh)
I ain't gon' lie, I made a hundred (yeah)
I'm certainly not the enemy (right)
She feel it in me, it's that energy (hey)
You popped a couple pills, don't pass to me (pills)
You're rollin' down the hill, it's a catastrophe (hill)
It's sexy when you slob me, I be slappin' it (huh)
I love it when you talkin' to me nasty (huh)
I'm in a wide body coupe, a 4Matic (skrt)
I know you finna give me head and, yeah, there's traffic (skrt)
Hey, mamma mia (uh huh), hey, where you goin'? (Yeah)
I see you're cold now in the summer
I'm ridin' high, I'm in a Hummer (uh huh)
I ain't gon' lie, I made a hundred (yeah)
Hey, mamma mia (uh huh), hey, where you goin'? (Yeah)
I see you're cold now in the summer
I'm ridin' high, I'm in a Hummer (uh huh)
I ain't gon' lie, I made a hundred (yeah)
Tell me somethin' that sounds nice (yeah)
I know you wanna come through and roll the dice (yeah)
A Polaroid picture, get out the ice
I came through the function with all the knifes (yeah)
A love story to tell twice (yeah)
But don't live it again, it ain't all nice (no no)
It's all bad in the end, but we all try (yeah)
Right lane, L.A., get it in tonight
Hey, mamma mia (uh huh), hey, where you goin'? (Yeah)
I see you're cold now in the summer
I'm ridin' high, I'm in a Hummer (uh huh)
I ain't gon' lie, I made a hundred (yeah)
Hey, mamma mia (uh huh), hey, where you goin'? (Yeah)
I see you're cold now in the summer
I'm ridin' high, I'm in a Hummer (uh huh)
I ain't gon' lie, I made a hundred (yeah)
Don Toliver
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jjdomo11
My god, that bass just gets my blood pumping, im actually sweating
Paul Ahern
way too underrated, Don is gonna blow out someday
Marc Martinez
NO SHIT, OH HE DID
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He did
BillOnnIt
He did
its jess
This album is π₯π₯ surprised he hasnβt blown up yet π³
Mini Mango
@salty he be simmping real hard.
Rojammy
Mini Mango simpin on yt π€¦π½ββοΈ he down bad