It takes talent to make the struggle to succeed seem effortless, but that is the gift that separates artists like Brooklyn's John Jackson, aka Fabolous, from the everyday MC. While most rappers spend more and more time convincing the masses of their "hustle," Fabolous lets his work speak for his effort. With two platinum albums (2001's Ghetto Fabolous and 2003's Street Dreams) and one Gold (2004's Real Talk) to his credit, the veteran hitmaker still exudes a rookie-of-the year swagger. After recording for both Elektra and Atlantic Records, Fab is enjoying a home coming with the legendary Def Jam label. His first recorded song was "If They Want It" from DJ Clue's The Professional, which was released by Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam in 1998.
"I had people in my corner already over there," Fab says of DJ Clue and A&R Skane, the Desert Storm duo who discovered Fabolous. "So it wasn't like I was coming to a new neighborhood."
While he doesn't site any one reason for his move, Fabolous has learned a lot from his time in the industry and is eager to capitalize on his experience. "I haven't peaked yet," he explains. "I was happy with the past records, but I have some adversity to learn off of for the future."
It's appropriate that Fabolous is getting a fresh start for his latest release because he wants From Nothin' to Somethin' to be a rebirth for his fans old and new. "Everybody is trying to take what they have and make something more," says Fabolous, explaining the album's title. "It's a new year, everybody's on their hustle, back in the gym and I'm trying to give them some inspiration. This is music to chase your money too, work out--motivation music.
The first single "Make Me Better" is produced by Grammy Award winning producer Timbaland and finds Fabolous doing what he does best; blending radio ready sound beds with clever and memorable lyrics. Rapping that he needs "a Corretta Scott to make me King" Fab picks up with his female fans where "Baby" left off. "It's a great feel good record, it's got a lot of style to it," he says. "I wanted a record that could show that I could touch different people with my music."
Already recognized for his hit-making ability, Fabolous is eager to show the diversity of his technique while staying true to his blueprint for success. On the cocky "Make Money" he cleverly borrows Notorious B.I.G's trademark chuckle to comment on the laugh-ability of his competition: "these dudes is stand up rappers, hip-hop comedians, I start laughin as soon as I put your CD in." His wit and wordplay is not something he gets enough credit for, but the MC is confident people will come around. "Certain people recognize it," he says, "but its like they'll sing it in the shower, but they won't sing it outside. It's all good though. One of them days you gonna get drunk and start singing that song."
Enlisting a whose-who list of guests that includes Akon, Young Jeezy, Ne-Yo and Junior Reed, Fabolous plays to a variety of audiences on this disc, but there is no mistaking that it's his show from beginning to end. The anthemic "Brooklyn" features a yet to be disclosed surprise guest and "Change Up" pairs Fab with singer, producer extraodinaire Akon helping him reflect on his life and career.
"Anytime you become a successful person, people may look at you and say you changed," explains Fabolous, who references the October 2006 shooting that took place outside of Justin's restaurant in the lyrics of the song. "That record just talks about people changing as a person for money, how they carry themselves and treat other people. For me, I might have changed where I live or my number, but I haven't changed as a person…I slid a line or two about what happened in October but I'm not coming out with a bullet proof vest or anything."
The playful "Foggin Up The Windows," produced by Miami's The Runners, features R. Kelly's chopped and screwed vocals from his hit "Ignition" to prop up Fabolous' ode to parkin' lot pimpin' of the more carnal kind.
"I just took it back to trying to get some in the car," he says with a laugh. "Everyone's either done it or tried to get some in the car. It may not have been the place of choice but everybody's had a hotel on wheels."
Other rewind worthy tracks like "Real Playa" featuring Lloyd, "Diamonds" featuring Young Jeezy and the Just Blaze produced "Back To School" round out an impressive collection that makes From Nothin' to Somethin' worth the two-year wait. In his absence no artist has come close to matching his boyish charm, wit and unassuming cool both on and off the mic. With a new team and a pop of his collar Fabolous is indeed "fresh to Def."
"I'm trying to bring good music back to the game," he says confidently. "And anybody that's bringing good music, the hype is gonna follow them."
Into You
Fabolous Lyrics
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Just what my dream are really made of (dreams are really made of)
Let's stay together you and me boy (oh)
There's no one like you around, oh baby
(Uh) oh, uh baby girl (I wanna love you, yeah yeah)
Uh, uh, (ooh)
Desert Storm, uh (oh woah)
Yeah, yeah, oh, uh (oh)
I can't really explain it
I'm so into you now, I wanna be more than a friend of you now
When they ask, I mention my baby girl in the interviews now
And I don't bring the problems from the 90's into 2 thou'
There's no reason to have a friend or two now
'Cause the kid's ready to tell you how he feel in a few vows
Maybe, I'm speaking general now
But girl I'ma do whatever just to keep a grin on you now
Where I go, they wear bikinis in the winter too now
What you think about, tan lines on the skin of you now
Why wouldn't I wanna spend a few thou'
On 5th Ave shopping sprees, and them dinners to Chow's
I ain't concerned what other men would do now
As long as when I slide up in you, you growl
And any dude with you, he better be a kin of you now
And I ain't jealous it's the principle now, I'm so into you
I really like
What you've, done to me
I can't really explain it
I'm, so into you
I really like
What you've, done to me
I can't really explain it
I'm, so into you
Come on ma, it's more than a flashin'
I woulda traded it all, in orderly fashion
My villa in Florida we crashin'
Just off the shore, so you can hear when water be splashin'
The drop top three and a quarter we dashin'
The flawless diamonds, and the border we flashin'
The money, we oughta be stashin'
I make sure every quarter be cashed in, I can't really explain it
My friend be thinkin' I'm slippin', these girls be thinkin' I'm trippin'
What kinda weed he be smokin', what type of drinks he be sippin'
Sweet thing, just to think of you dippin'
Would have me with the blues so hard, you would think I was crippin'
Now, you relaxin' in the Benz, credit cards with no limits
So you don't worry about maxin' when you spend
Ever since you've been askin' 'bout the friends
How'd you like it if, both our names had Jackson on the ends, uh
I really like (I really like)
What you've, done to me
I can't really explain it (I can't explain)
I'm, so into you (so into you)
I, really like
What you've, done to me
I can't really explain it
I'm, so into you
I don't wanna trip, but truth is
Girl the way you cook a steak, remind me of those strips in Ruth Chris
You love my smile, no matter how chipped my tooth is
With you, it ain't because my whips is roofless
Or sit on chrome dipped dub deuces
And you ain't flattered by Canary envy es dipped Jesus'
Other ballers look dumb when they press you, five and sixes
You don't let them kinda numbers impress you
Even though I was somewhat successful
Bein' a player was becoming too stressful
But ever since, the superwoman has come to my rescue
My winter's been wonderful, my summer's been special
Let's fly to St. Barts, while the villa be painted
Just so we can get really acquainted (really acquainted)
The love is real, there's no way it could feel like it's tainted
But I can't really explain it, uh, yeah
I really like
What you've, done to me
I can't really explain it
I'm, so into you
I really like
What you've, done to me
I can't really explain it (can't explain it)
I'm, so into you
I really like (ooh, ooh)
What I feel, when I'm with you (with you)
You're a dream come true (you're, oh yeah, yeah)
Don't you ever leave my side (ever leave my side, oh no)
'Cause it feel so right (oh baby, oh I)
I, really like
What you've, done to me (boy, you)
I can't really explain it (oh I can't explain it)
I'm so into you (I'm so into you baby)
I really like
What you've, done to me (you've done to me)
I can't really explain it (look what you've done to me)
I'm so into you (oh, I really like)
Oh I can't no no no
Into you, I really like
What you've done to me
Really explain it
Fabolous’s song “Into You” is a melodic and romantic tale that follows a man who feels completely enamored by his partner. The song’s hook reiterates just how special he thinks his significant other is to him, and how he truly cannot explain just how much he is into her. The song is littered with interesting examples of how dedicated he is to her, from mentioning her to others, to spending a great deal of money on her.
The lyrics of “Into You” seem to indicate that the singer considers his partner to be one-of-a-kind. He marvels at her strengths and unique features, and regularly calls out her special qualities. Furthermore, this dedication he holds extends both to the past, as he refuses to bring his past relationship woes into the present, and the future, whenever he considers what life with her could be like. The song is a powerful love story of two individuals who seem to be made for each other.
Line by Line Meaning
I think you're truly something special (oh)
I believe that you are a unique and exceptional person
Just what my dreams are really made of (dreams are really made of)
You embody everything that I have ever wished for in a partner
Let's stay together you and me boy (oh)
I want to be in a committed and long-lasting relationship with you
There's no one like you around, oh baby
You are incomparable and one of a kind, my dear
(Uh) oh, uh baby girl (I wanna love you, yeah yeah)
Oh my darling, I am deeply in love with you and I want to express my love for you
I can't really explain it
I am unable to fully articulate my feelings towards you
I'm so into you now, I wanna be more than a friend of you now
I am currently infatuated with you and desire a romantic relationship with you
When they ask, I mention my baby girl in the interviews now
I proudly and openly acknowledge you as my significant other in public settings
And I don't bring the problems from the 90's into 2 thou'
I refuse to let past issues or baggage affect our present or future relationship
There's no reason to have a friend or two now
I do not see the need to maintain close relationships with others when I have you in my life
'Cause the kid's ready to tell you how he feel in a few vows
I am prepared to express my commitment and devotion to you through wedding vows
Maybe, I'm speaking general now
This may be a broad statement, but it applies to my feelings towards you specifically
But girl I'ma do whatever just to keep a grin on you now
I will go to great lengths to make you happy and keep a smile on your face
Where I go, they wear bikinis in the winter too now
My luxurious and glamorous lifestyle includes warm weather destinations even during colder seasons
What you think about, tan lines on the skin of you now
I envision you with tan lines on your skin due to spending time in sunny destinations
Why wouldn't I wanna spend a few thou'
It only makes sense for me to spend money on creating unforgettable experiences and moments with you
On 5th Ave shopping sprees, and them dinners to Chow's
I would love to take you on shopping trips to the luxurious stores on 5th Avenue and dine at fancy restaurants such as Chow's
I ain't concerned what other men would do now
I am not worried about how other men would treat you because I am confident in our relationship
As long as when I slide up in you, you growl
As long as our physical intimacy is passionate and satisfying for you
And any dude with you, he better be a kin of you now
If someone else is with you, they better be related to you because I am fiercely protective of our relationship
And I ain't jealous it's the principle now, I'm so into you
It is not about being jealous, but about respecting and cherishing our relationship because I am deeply in love with you
I really like
I have strong feelings of affection towards you
What you've, done to me
Your actions and presence in my life have had a profound and positive impact on me
Come on ma, it's more than a flashin'
Our relationship is not just about flashing material possessions, but about a deeper emotional connection
I woulda traded it all, in orderly fashion
I am willing to give up my wealth and material possessions for you in a calculated and organized manner
My villa in Florida we crashin'?Just off the shore, so you can hear when water be splashin'
We will stay at my luxurious villa in Florida, near the beach so that you can hear the ocean waves crashing
The drop top three and a quarter we dashin'
We will drive around in my expensive luxury car with the top down
The flawless diamonds, and the border we flashin'
We are flashing expensive diamonds and jewelry while crossing international borders
The money, we oughta be stashin'
We should be saving and investing our money for our future together
I make sure every quarter be cashed in, I can't really explain it
I am diligent in ensuring that all of our financial resources are utilized properly, but I cannot fully explain why I am so attentive
My friend be thinkin' I'm slippin', these girls be thinkin' I'm trippin'
My friends may think that I am losing focus, and other girls may be questioning my attention towards them due to my devotion to you
What kinda weed he be smokin', what type of drinks he be sippin'
Others may be curious or perplexed about my level of dedication to you
Sweet thing, just to think of you dippin'
The thought of you leaving or being with someone else breaks my heart
Would have me with the blues so hard, you would think I was crippin'
It would deeply affect my emotional well-being and happiness
Now, you relaxin' in the Benz, credit cards with no limits
You are living a life of luxury, driving around in my expensive car, and able to make purchases with unlimited credit
So you don't worry about maxin' when you spend
There is no need for you to worry about spending too much money, as you have access to unlimited credit
Even though I was somewhat successful
Despite my moderate level of success
Bein' a player was becoming too stressful
Being a player or womanizer was no longer enjoyable or fulfilling for me
But ever since, the superwoman has come to my rescue
Since meeting you, my life has drastically improved and I have found greater happiness and fulfillment
My winter's been wonderful, my summer's been special
My life has been filled with joy and happiness ever since you came into it
Let's fly to St. Barts, while the villa be painted
We can go on a luxurious vacation to St. Barts while my villa is being renovated and repainted
Just so we can get really acquainted (really acquainted)
We can spend quality time together to build a deeper connection and understanding of each other
The love is real, there's no way it could feel like it's tainted
Our love for each other is genuine and pure, and cannot be corrupted or affected by outside influences
Oh I can't no no no
I am unable to fully express the extent of my feelings towards you in words
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Lionel Richie, Ronald Laprade, Tamia Washington, Bob Robinson, Tim Kelley, David Shaw, Ken Ifill
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@user-qd3tg4op7e
Who's listened to it in 2024??
@PrettyNicky50
I'm here in Feb a month after u were😂
@practicalmagic9880
Same
@fanilochidoda6162
Always here ❤
@ronetteskiestante4064
present! :)
@kendallsquire6159
Played it going down the road also slow motion
@smoothrich265
It's 2024 and I am here to tell Fabulous thanks for filling the world with sweet music!!
@crazykidskomedy
😢
@PrettyNicky50
And thanks for getting his tooth fixed even tho the chic he spoke upon in this song didn't care!😂
@applelinasmith
Wrd