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.
Money Right
Flo Rida Lyrics
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I ain't nothin' nice,
It's goin' down tonight,
That's what the bitches like all day long
[Chorus: x2]
I got my money right,
I ain't nothin' nice,
That's what the bitches like all day long,
I ain't here for nothin' baby, all day long,
I ain't here for nothin' only cash
[Flo Rida]
Everythin' safe, gotta walk-in safe
Treadmill rapper still runnin' in place
All these meals I can share my plate
Flo Rida full yeah I already ate
Plenty to give or take I'm bout business
Make no mistake hey this serious this real estate
Is some million it just out weigh
My position I'm cuttin' cake I'm the chef in the kitchen late
On my recipe bill gates on the essence I'm all the way
Don't worry bout a dollar don dollar with the product?
Ain't no problem if you starta you a starter you get hot up
Grand pieces I got em I get em ballin' like somethin'
Consider the show stopper I'm all in the damn profit
[Chorus]
[Brisco]
My life is straight I'm livin' good I ain't hurtin' for nothin'
I knock the riches in them word but I'm workin' with somethin'
The Escalade all pearl, you control it with buttons
They keep the tabs on they curb when I come through stuntin'
That's Brisc best to believe it seatin' on skates
I'm the don take it or leave it, throw it in ya face
Big Bs makin' it rain no need to hate
Got beef, loadin' them things, grip the whole case
I got my money right and I'm livin' up some rubba bands
Hit the club baby bet I spend a couple grand (couple grand)
I'm pitchin' chauffeur keys under hand
When I'm on the scene know that Brisc be a wanted man
[Chorus]
[Rick Ross]
Ricky Ross
I'm pitchin' my jeans I'm gettin' brain everyday
Bitches thicker than Venus I told Serina she can train
Got my money like a train its always on track
I love my money more than fame so explain the all black,
All black Maybach in the back I'm gettin' blown
People wanna build a case I'm like, "fuck it just bring it on!"
Then maybe it make me stronger
I hustle my money longer
Still hustlin' out the honda
Just tryin' to take out my momma
Gotta problem nigga holla
I'ma holla my blacka blacka
Your Impala bare harbor
I'ma shoppa non stopper
All this shit I'ma copppa
Suck dick and cant stop her
Doin' tricks with big poppa
[Chorus]
In the song "Money Right" by Flo Rida, he boasts about his financial success and the lavish lifestyle that comes with it. The catchy chorus emphasizes his main point of having his "money right" and how that is what attracts women to him. Flo Rida continues in his verse by describing his wealth, including a walk-in safe, real estate investments, and a successful music career. He describes himself as a chef in the kitchen, cutting cake and making money like bill gates. Brisco also adds to the message of the song by rapping about his extravagant lifestyle and throwing money around in the club. Rick Ross finishes off the song with his signature hustler's mindset, talking about building wealth longer than anyone else and always being on top of his money game.
The lyrics of the song may seem superficial, but they represent a common theme in hip hop music, highlighting the importance of financial success and the status that comes with it. The song shows the desire for material wealth and the power that it brings. It can be interpreted as a motivational message for listeners to strive for financial success and live a life of luxury.
Line by Line Meaning
I got my money right,
I have managed my finances properly and have enough money.
I ain't nothin' nice,
I am not going to be taken advantage of or messed with.
It's goin down tonight,
Something is happening or about to happen tonight.
That's what the bitches like all day long
Women are attracted to people who can manage their finances and have enough money to spend.
I ain't here for nothin' baby, all day long,
I am not here to do anything except make money.
I ain't here for nothin' only cash
The only reason I am here is to make money.
Everythin' safe, gotta walk-in safe
All of my finances are secure and protected.
Treadmill rapper still runnin' in place
I am constantly working hard to maintain my wealth and status.
All these meals I can share my plate
I have enough money to share my abundance with others.
Flo Rida full yeah I already ate
I am successful and have already achieved my goals.
Plenty to give or take I'm bout business
I am all about making money and taking advantage of opportunities.
Make no mistake hey this serious this real estate
This is not something to joke about, as real estate is a substantial investment.
Is some million it just out weigh
My net worth is in the millions and far exceeds the costs of real estate.
My position I'm cuttin' cake I'm the chef in the kitchen late
I am in a powerful position and have control over my finances.
On my recipe bill gates on the essence I'm all the way
I have a tried-and-true recipe for success, and I am confident in my abilities.
Don't worry bout a dollar don dollar with the product?
Don't worry about spending because the product is worth the cost.
Ain't no problem if you starta you a starter you get hot up
There's no problem with starting at the bottom and working your way up to success.
Grand pieces I got em I get em ballin' like somethin'
I have grand purchases and enough money to have a good time.
Consider the show stopper I'm all in the damn profit
I am the one making the most money and taking advantage of opportunities.
My life is straight I'm livin' good I ain't hurtin' for nothin'
I am living my best life and have everything I need.
I knock the riches in them word but I'm workin' with somethin'
I may not be the richest person, but I am still successful and have money.
The Escalade all pearl, you control it with buttons
I have luxurious possessions, like a pearl white Escalade, that I can control with ease.
They keep the tabs on they curb when I come through stuntin'
People take note and watch when I show off my success in public.
That's Brisc best to believe it seatin' on skates
I am successful and can afford to be comfortable and carefree.
I'm the don take it or leave it, throw it in ya face
I am confident in my success and status and won't let anyone bring me down.
Big Bs makin' it rain no need to hate
I have a lot of money and can afford to spend it generously without feeling guilty.
Got beef, loadin' them things, grip the whole case
If there's any conflict, I am prepared to defend myself and my success.
And I'm livin' up some rubba bands
I have so much money that I need to use rubber bands to keep it together.
Hit the club baby bet I spend a couple grand (couple grand)
I am not afraid to spend a lot of money and live lavishly.
I'm pitchin' chauffeur keys under hand
I am involved in high-level business, like being a chauffeur for wealthy individuals.
When I'm on the scene know that Brisc be a wanted man
I am well-known and sought after because of my success and wealth.
Ricky Ross
Introducing Rick Ross as the next rapper.
I'm pitchin' my jeans I'm gettin' brain everyday
I am successful and attract attention from women frequently.
Bitches thicker than Venus I told Serina she can train
Women are attracted to me and I have a close enough relationship with Serena Williams to offer her advice.
Got my money like a train its always on track
My finances are very stable and secure.
I love my money more than fame so explain the all black,
I am more interested in making and spending money than I am in being famous.
All black Maybach in the back I'm gettin' blown
I have luxurious possessions, like a black Maybach, and enjoy spending time with women.
People wanna build a case I'm like, "fuck it just bring it on!"
I am not afraid of legal trouble and am willing to handle anything that comes my way.
Then maybe it make me stronger
Overcoming challenges only makes me stronger.
I hustle my money longer
I work hard to maintain and build my wealth.
Still hustlin' out the honda
I still work hard to maintain my wealth, even though I have a lot of money.
Just tryin' to take out my momma
I am working hard to provide for my family and take care of my mother.
Gotta problem nigga holla
If there's any conflict, let me know and we'll handle it.
I'ma holla my blacka blacka
I am not afraid to speak up and handle things myself.
Your Impala bare harbor
Your car is no match for me and my success.
I'ma shoppa non stopper
I love to spend money and can afford to do so.
All this shit I'ma copppa
I can afford to purchase anything I want.
Suck dick and cant stop her
I am so successful and powerful that people are willing to do anything for me.
Doin' tricks with big poppa
I am involved in high-level business and have powerful connections.
[Chorus: x2]
Repeating the chorus of the song, emphasizing the importance of having money and managing it properly.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: TRAMAR N DILLARD, BRITISH ALEXANDER MITCHELL, WILLIAM LEONARD N ROBERTS, J'VON JAMES THOMAS
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