Tramar Dillard (born September 17, 1979 in Miami, Florida), better known by… Read Full Bio ↴Tramar Dillard (born September 17, 1979 in Miami, Florida), better known by his stage name Flo Rida, is an American rapper and hip hopper signed to Poe Boy Entertainment. He began his rap/hip hop career touring with 2 Live Crew and was then featured on DJ Khaled's album "We The Best" in 2006. He released his debut album Mail on Sunday in 2008 and it's lead single, Low featuring T-Pain, held a run of 10 weeks at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. In 2009, he released his second album R.O.O.T.S, and its first single, Right Round featuring Ke$ha, was #1 for six weeks. Flo Rida's first single from his fourth album, Only One Rida (Part 2), is "Good Feeling." A reworking of Etta James' 1961 tune "Something's Got a Hold on Me," the song was released to iTunes on August 29th, 2011. (Good Feeling Songfacts).

Dillard was born in the 187th Street projects of Carol City, Florida. His single mother raised him and his seven sisters, some of whom sang in a local gospel group. As a teenager, Dillard worked with local rap group 2 Live Crew and formed his own amateur group with some friends called the Groundhoggz. His work with 2 Live Crew member Fresh Kid Ice attracted attention of DeVante Swing, a member of the band Jodeci. However, he was rejected by several of the major labels, so he sought many other jobs outside of music. After graduating from high school in 1998, he studied international business management at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas for two years and attended Barry University for two months. He returned to Florida to continue pursuing his music career after receiving a phone call from a representative of the independent label Poe Boy Entertainment. Dillard signed with Poe Boy in 2006, and as Flo Rida he began affiliating with other Florida rappers, such as Rick Ross, Trina, T-Pain, and Trick Daddy. A promotional street single entitled "Birthday", featuring Rick Ross, was his first significant release. He made his debut guest appearance with the song "Bitch I'm from Dade County" on DJ Khaled's album We the Best, which featured Trick Daddy, Trina, Rick Ross, Brisco, C-Ride, and Dre.

Music career

Rehearsing for the 2008 MuchMusic Video Awards in Toronto.

Flo Rida received worldwide acclaim and popularity with the chart-topping success of his first single, "Low", featuring T-Pain. It was his first official single from his debut album Mail On Sunday and the soundtrack to the movie Step Up 2 The Streets. "Low" reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. "Elevator", featuring Timbaland, "In the Ayer" featuring will.i.am, and "Roll" featuring Sean Kingston followed and all charted on the Hot 100 and other charts.

After the success of Mail on Sunday, Flo Rida made guest performances on other R&B, rap, and pop singles, including "Move Shake Drop" by DJ Laz, "We Break the Dawn" by Michelle Williams, the remix of "4 Minutes" by Madonna, "Running Back" by Australian R&B singer Jessica Mauboy, "Feel It" by DJ Felli Fel, and the remix of "Speedin'" by Rick Ross. During the summer of 2008, he did live performances on the Fox dance competition program So You Think You Can Dance in the US[7] and 2008 MuchMusic Video Awards in Canada. He appeared on the albums We Global by DJ Khaled, Gutta by Ace Hood, and The Fame by Lady Gaga, among others.

R.O.O.T.S. (2009)

According to, Billboard magazine, Flo Rida began recording his sophomore nine months after Mail On Sunday. The album is titled R.O.O.T.S. and was released on March 31, 2009. The first single "Right Round" was released for airplay in January of 2009. "Right Round" jumped from number 58 to the top spot in one week in late February. It the song broke a record for the most digital one week sales in the U.S., with 636,000, beating the previous record he had set himself with "Low". The second official single was "Sugar", which featured R&B singer Wynter Gordon. The song reached at #5 on the Billboard Hot 100. Other singles were "Jump" featuring Nelly Furtado, The promotional single for the animated film G-Force and "Be On You" featuring Ne-Yo, which reached #19 on the Hot 100.
The Only One (2010)

Flo Rida announced on Twitter in March 2010 that his next album would be titled The Only One. The buzz single "Zoosk Girl", featuring T-Pain was leaked online on March 28. J-Rock produced "Zoosk Girl". "Club Can't Handle Me" is confirmed to be the first official single. It will also be the from the soundtrack for Step Up 3-D. Flo Rida also made a guest
appearance on iYiYi, a song by Australian Pop/R&B artist, Cody Simpson.

Hola
Flo Rida Lyrics

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Alright, alright
Maluma baby

I just had to say
Hola, hola-la
We should get acquainted like
Oh my, oh my God
I don't speak your language, but

Hey ma', hey mamá
Don't need no translation just
Come right here and make your body say, yeah, yeah

Hola la-la-la-la
Don't know what to say
Like a lollipop
Get inside you say

Sweeter than an ice cream truck
You're a charm, yeah, you give me good luck (oh)
We really don't need to speak too much
Oh, but you make me say

Don't put your name right now (yeah)
We got nothin' to change right now
Saw your costume
And I just had to say

Hola, hola-la
We should get acquainted like
Oh my, oh my God
I don't speak your language, but

Hey ma', hey mama
Don't need no translation just
Come right here and make your body say, yeah, yeah

Hola, hola
Make your body say
Hola, hola
Make your body say (Maluma, baby)

Eres sabrosura pura
Mira qué linda figura
Modela en la orilla de la playa
Con su gafitas Gucci nunca, nunca falla, yeah

Te quiero conocer
Tell me what's your name
Vengo de Colombia, baby if you wanna play

Te quiero conocer
Tell me what's your name
Vengo de Colombia, baby if you wanna play

Don't put your name right now
We got nothin' to change right now
Saw your costume
And I just had to say

Hola, hola-la
Quiero conocerte ya
Oh my, oh my God
Aunque no me entiendas voy

Hey ma', hey mamá
Don't need no translation just
Come right here and make your body say, yeah, yeah

Hola, hola
Make your body say
Hola, hola (dirty boy baby)
Make your body say (dirty boy)

I don't speak your language, but
Girl I love that fragrance
You and all that ass, yes
So drop it in rotation

You in for vacation
And I'm in for temptation
I'ma put it on you
Let's see if you can take it

Hola, hola-la (hola, hola)
We should get acquainted like
Oh my, oh my God (hola, hola)
I don't speak your language, but

Hey ma', hey mamá (alright, alright baby)
Don't need no translation just
Come right here (Maluma baby) and make your body say, yeah, yeah

Hola, hola
Make your body say
Hola, hola
Make your body say

Hola, hola
Make your body say

Hola, hola
Make your body say

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Flo Rida's "Hola" are all about a man who sees a woman he is immediately attracted to, but they don't speak the same language. He uses the Spanish word "Hola" as a way to say hello and hopefully get to know her better. The chorus repeats this theme, with the man urging the woman to come closer and make her body say "yeah, yeah." He finds her attractive and sweet, and wants to get to know her better.

The verse sung by Maluma adds to the theme of the lyrics, with Maluma describing the woman's physical beauty and charm. He too expresses a desire to get to know her better and suggests they play, indicating he wants to have fun with her. In the second verse, Flo Rida shows his attraction to the woman and indicates his willingness to put it on her, to see if she can take it.

Overall, the lyrics to "Hola" are about attraction, desire, and the thrill of meeting someone new. The language barrier represents a challenge to the singer, but they are still hopeful they can get to know the woman and enjoy her company.

Line by Line Meaning

Alright, alright
Introduction to the song and the party atmosphere it hopes to create

Maluma baby
A shoutout to Maluma, the featured artist on the track

I just had to say
The singer can't help but speak up and try to connect with someone

Hola, hola-la
A playful and friendly greeting, hoping to establish a connection

We should get acquainted like
Encouraging a mutual introduction and the beginning of a conversation

Oh my, oh my God
Excited and overwhelmed by the attraction experienced

I don't speak your language, but
Despite the language barrier, the desire to connect is still present

Hey ma', hey mamá
A term of endearment, signaling romantic interest

Don't need no translation just
Communication doesn't have to be verbal because the physicality is enough

Come right here and make your body say, yeah, yeah
Inviting the other person to focus on the physical connection and engage in dancing

Don't know what to say
Feeling somewhat shy and unsure of what to say next

Like a lollipop
The other person is sweet and irresistible, like candy

Get inside you say
An invitation to move in closer and make the connection more intimate

Sweeter than an ice cream truck
The other person is incredibly appealing and likable

You're a charm, yeah, you give me good luck (oh)
The other person is considered a lucky and positive experience

We really don't need to speak too much
Physical connection takes precedent over verbal exchange

Don't put your name right now (yeah)
Focusing on the physical aspects of the moment rather than formalities

We got nothin' to change right now
Not looking to change the situation or the connection, just embracing it for what it is

Saw your costume
The other person's outfit or appearance is eye-catching and attractive

And I just had to say
Feeling compelled to speak up and introduce themselves

Make your body say
The focus is on the physical connection and communication through action

Eres sabrosura pura
The other person is incredibly appealing and alluring

Mira qué linda figura
Appreciating the other person's physical beauty and figure

Modela en la orilla de la playa
The other person is like a model on the beach, looking effortlessly attractive

Con su gafitas Gucci nunca, nunca falla, yeah
The other person has stylish and recognizable accessories and never fails to impress

Te quiero conocer
Expressing a desire to get to know the other person better

Tell me what's your name
Asking for a formal introduction

Vengo de Colombia, baby if you wanna play
Adding a little bit of background information and suggesting a playful and flirtatious interaction

Girl I love that fragrance
The other person smells and looks great, adding to their attractiveness

You and all that ass, yes
Appreciating the other person's curves and physical features

So drop it in rotation
Encouraging the other person to dance and move their body

You in for vacation
Not looking for a serious commitment, simply a short-term interaction or fling

And I'm in for temptation
Admitting to being tempted by the other person's physical appearance and the potential for a physical connection

I'ma put it on you
Taking the lead and initiating physical contact

Let's see if you can take it
A challenge to see if the other person can keep up or handle the physicality of the moment

(dirty boy baby)
A provocative and slightly inappropriate reference to the artist's intentions and desires

Quiero conocerte ya
Urging for a quick and mutual introduction

Aunque no me entiendas voy
Clarifying that despite the language barrier, the attraction and interest still exists

Hey ma', hey mamá (alright, alright baby)
Continuing to express affection and interest towards the other person

Make your body say
Concentrating on the physical communication and connection

(dirty boy)
A continuation of the artist's provocative and suggestive language

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANDREW BAZZI, JAMES WILLIAM LAVIGNE, JUAN ARIAS, MARC RAYMOND ERNEST SIBLEY, NATHAN CUNNINGHAM, NIJA CHARLES, SAMUEL JIMENEZ, TRAMAR DILLARD, WINFRED CRABTREE

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