Born in Chicago, Illinois, Jones' upbringing was rough. He struggled between wanting to be a musician and to be a member of a street gang. After a brush with death, Jones left the gang and focused on a music career forming the group Porscha. However, Jones was gaining notice as a writer penning songs for established R&B acts such as Usher, producing the singer's 1995 hit, "Think of You", 702's "Get It Together" and also wrote for groups such as Brownstone and Silk.
In 1996, he signed with LaFace Records and released his debut album, My Heart, which included his hit cover of Stevie Wonder's 1976 ballad "Knocks Me Off My Feet". It wasn't until 1999 however that Jones began to establish himself as a R&B hit maker with the album, Where I Wanna Be. The album yielded the number-one hits such as "U Know What's Up", which featured TLC member Lisa "Left-Eye" Lopes and the title track. Other hits included "Shorty (Got Her Eyes on Me)" and "This Luv".
In 2002, Jones released the gold-selling Life Goes On album, which featured the hits, "You Know That I Love You" and "Put Me Down" featuring Styles P.. Four years later, he released his fourth album, Journey of a Gemini, which featured the Tim & Bob hit, "I'm Gonna Be", which became a big hit on Urban AC. Jones is currently writing songs for Usher, Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey on their upcoming albums.
The World Is Yours
Donell Jones Lyrics
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Yeah the one that your girl loving
You wanna hate but you gotta love him
Plus hate will get you know where homie
Still a lot of y'all don't know me
Highly underrated but I get money
I don't front like I'm a superstar
Cause ain't no Maybach parked in my garage
Got the universal key to the g spot
It's D's season I'ma give you the reasons why I think
The world is mine
[Hook:]
The world is yours
It's yours
It's yours
It's yours
And everything in it
The world is yours
It's yours
It's yours
It's yours
Flip page gotta keep it coming
D Jones I'm the one and only
Gotta bring back the break beats I loved it
When hip hop and R&B became first cousins
Check your boy's status sure I got flow
You can throw the hate out the window
96 brought you all players in the hood
And a lot of you'all still ain't up to no good
But I'm here to hit the kitty get the girls hot
Got the universal key to the g spot
It's D's season I'ma give you the reasons
Why I think the world is mine
[Hook:]
The world it yours
It's yours
It's yours
It's yours
Said the world yea
The world is mine
The world it yours
It's yours
It's yours
It's yours
Reason number 1 I don't get frustrated
I know I'm the best and the fans appreciate it
2 I treat the music like chess
I'm her soul mate cause I keep her in check
3 nobody could do it like D
A lot of cats out there is carbon copies
4 about to hurt the game once more
As I kick in the door waving the four four
5 don't forget 6 7 8
About to take it to a level that these cats can't reach
9 your boy D untouchable
The world black and white about to make it all colorful
10 if y'all scared call the cops
Cause Mr. Underrated about to take it to the top man
It's D's season I done gave all the reasons
Why I know the world is mine, yea
[Hook:]
The world it yours
It's yours
It's yours
It's yours
Said the world is mine
The world it yours
It's yours
It's yours
It's yours
In his song "The World is Yours," Donell Jones expresses his confidence in his abilities as an artist despite being underrated. He opens the first verse by letting everyone know that he is coming and that he is the one that their girl is loving. Jones then acknowledges that some people may hate him but that hate won't get them anywhere. He declares that he is highly underrated but manages to make money regardless. He emphasizes that he doesn't front like a superstar because he doesn't have a Maybach parked in his garage. However, he does have the universal key to the G spot, which allows him to get any girl he wants.
In the chorus, he declares that the world is his and everything in it. He encourages his listeners to acknowledge that the world is theirs. In the second verse, Jones acknowledges that he is the only D Jones and that he wants to bring back the break beats that he loves. He emphasizes that he has flow and that people should throw their hate out the window. Jones also mentions that he hit the "kitty" and got the girl hot because he has the universal key to the G spot. He lists ten reasons why he knows the world is his. He mentions that he is the best, treats music like chess, and that he is untouchable. Finally, Jones declares that he is unstoppable and that he is about to take the game to a new level.
Line by Line Meaning
Get out the way D Jones coming
I'm about to shine, so move out of my way and let me show you what I'm made of.
Yeah the one that your girl loving
I'm the man that your girl admires and loves, but I don't let that get to my head.
You wanna hate but you gotta love him
Some people may try to hate on me, but they can't help but love my talent and skill.
Plus hate will get you know where homie
Hating on someone else won't get you anywhere in life, so focus on your own goals and dreams.
Still a lot of y'all don't know me
Even though I've been in the game for a while, some people still haven't heard of me or fully understood my artistry.
Highly underrated but I get money
Although I may not have the same level of mainstream success as other artists, I'm still making money doing what I love and staying true to myself.
I don't front like I'm a superstar
I don't pretend to be someone I'm not just because of my level of success in the industry, I'm still the same humble person.
Cause ain't no Maybach parked in my garage
I may not have all the flashy material items that some other artists possess, but that doesn't define my worth or ability to make good music.
But I'm the kinda guy that'll get the girls hot
I have a charm and charisma that attracts women to me and my music, but I don't abuse that power.
Got the universal key to the g spot
I have a special talent for making music that resonates with people on a deep emotional level, like hitting the G-spot in a sexual encounter.
It's D's season I'ma give you the reasons why I think The world is mine
I'm confident in my skills and my ability to succeed in the industry, so I believe that the world of music is mine for the taking.
The world is yours
The world of music is open and accessible to anyone with talent, and I'm ready to take advantage of that fact.
Flip page gotta keep it coming
I'm always moving forward, turning the page and working hard to keep my music fresh and relevant.
D Jones I'm the one and only
There's only one Donell Jones, and my music stands out as unique and authentic in the industry.
Gotta bring back the break beats I loved it
I have a deep appreciation for classic hip hop and R&B, and I want to incorporate that sound and style into my own music.
When hip hop and R&B became first cousins
There was a time when hip hop and R&B were closely related genres, and I want to bring that connection back through my music.
Check your boy's status sure I got flow
My talent and abilities as a musician speak for themselves, and I have a strong flow and style that sets me apart from other artists.
You can throw the hate out the window
I don't let negative opinions or hate affect me or my music, I stay positive and focus on my own growth and success.
96 brought you all players in the hood
The year 1996 was a big year for hip hop and R&B, and it brought many talented artists and musicians onto the scene.
And a lot of you'all still ain't up to no good
Despite the success and talent of many artists, there are still those who misuse their platform or don't live up to their potential.
But I'm here to hit the kitty get the girls hot
I use my music to connect with my audience emotionally and intimately, making them feel empowered and attractive.
It's D's season I'ma give you the reasons Why I think the world is mine
My creativity and talent are at their peak, and I believe that the world of music is mine for the taking.
Reason number 1 I don't get frustrated
I'm not easily discouraged by setbacks or obstacles, as I have a deep passion and drive for making music.
I know I'm the best and the fans appreciate it
Confidence in my own abilities and a strong connection to my fans motivates me to continue making great music.
2 I treat the music like chess
I approach my music making like a strategic game of chess, utilizing different moves and tactics to make the best music possible.
I'm her soul mate cause I keep her in check
My music is like a soul mate to me, and I make sure to keep it authentic and true to myself and my fans.
3 nobody could do it like D
My music is unique and cannot be replicated by anyone else, as I have a distinct style and sound.
A lot of cats out there is carbon copies
There are many artists out there who try to mimic other successful musicians instead of forging their own unique path.
4 about to hurt the game once more
I'm about to shake up the music industry once again by pushing creative boundaries and making music that truly stands out.
As I kick in the door waving the four four
I'm ready to make a big entrance into the industry, like kicking down a door and making a bold statement with my music.
5 don't forget 6 7 8
I have a strong plan and vision for my future success in the industry, and I won't forget the steps needed to achieve it.
About to take it to a level that these cats can't reach
I'm ready to take my music to the next level and surpass other artists with my creativity and talent.
9 your boy D untouchable
My music and talent are untouchable by others in the industry, as they are completely authentic and unique to me.
The world black and white about to make it all colorful
The music industry can be seen as black and white, but I'm ready to bring my own unique color and vibrancy to the scene.
10 if y'all scared call the cops
My success in the industry may intimidate others, but they have no reason to fear because I'm simply doing what I love.
Cause Mr. Underrated about to take it to the top man
Despite being underrated in the industry, I'm ready to prove myself and take my music to the top of the charts.
It's D's season I done gave all the reasons Why I know the world is mine, yea
I'm confident in my abilities and passion for making great music, and I believe that the world of music is mine for the taking.
The world it yours
The music industry is open and accessible to anyone with the talent and drive to succeed, and I'm ready to seize the opportunities available to me.
Said the world is mine
I truly believe that the world of music belongs to me, and I'm ready to leave my mark on the industry with my unique and authentic sound.
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Tiffany Moesby
on BABY IT'S YOU
I'm not satisfied with out an apology over one song. Mysteriously I don't want it anymore.