Heavy D & the Boyz were the first group signed to Uptown Records; their debut, Living Large, was released in 1987 (see 1987 in music). The album was a commercial success, though Big Tyme (1989, 1989 in music) was a breakthrough that included four hits. Trouble T. Roy died at age 22 in a fall on 15 July 1990 in Indianapolis (see 1990 in music). Dixon fell 30 feet from a third-level ramp at Market Square Arena while roughhousing with another member of the group. Police said Dixon jumped onto a retaining wall to avoid a barrel rolling toward him and lost his balance. He died the next day. Dixon's passing led to a tribute on the follow-up platinum album, Peaceful Journey (1991, 1991 in music). Pete Rock & CL Smooth created a tribute to Trouble T. Roy called "They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)" which is regarded as a hip-hop classic.
Heavy D & the Boyz gained even more fame by singing the theme song for the television program In Living Color and also MADtv, and Heavy D performed the rap on Michael Jackson's hit single "Jam." However, the group's next album, Blue Funk, was a critical and commercial failure compared to their previous success. Heavy D then began focusing on his acting, appearing in the television shows Roc and Living Single before returning the music charts with Nuttin' But Love (1994, 1994 in music). After appearing in the off-Broadway play Riff Raff at Circle Repertory Company, Heavy D returned to recording with the hit Waterbed Hev.
He then appeared in the motion pictures Life, before joining the cast of the television show Boston Public. In 2002, Heavy D had a supporting role as an FBI agent along side Omar Epps in the movie adaptation of Dave Barry's novel Big Trouble. In 2003 he starred in the supporting cast for the sit-com The Tracy Morgan Show as Bernard. In 1997, Heavy D collaborated with B.B. King on his duets album Deuces Wild rapping in the song "Keep It Coming." A new Heavy D & the Boyz album is slated for 2007.
Don't Stop
Heavy D Lyrics
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To all my peoples that's down on lock
Keep it movin' and you don't stop, hah
Don't stop, to all the niggaz in the drop tops
To all my peoples that's down on lock
Keep it movin' and you don't stop
Diamond rings, boo, you can have dem
Dough though, water got plenty of dat
Wanna break it down, get the Remy for that
Me, I take Coke and Henny with that
You really wanna floss, get the Benz for that
With the rims for that, how sex is that
130K nigga, can you buy that?
Tanned in the Caribbean
With a beautiful Trinidadian
Got plans again, stack grands again
Make you wanna wave yo' hands again
Shake yo' waist again, who you crushin' then
Shorties love when I'm sexin' dem
Shorties love when I'm next to dem
We the best of dem, screw the rest of dem
This joint right here keep a nigga on point right here
Move like Kaiser, when I surprise ya
Me and my team, money green Caddy
Used to call me fatty, now they call me Big Daddy
Nigga get down like dat, nigga been around like dat
Better not bother, the big brother, in the Godfather hat
Screw dat, y'all better face it, y'all see the bracelet
Platinum, with the diamonds under dem
If it ain't E-class want none of dem
What'chu know 'bout puttin' out platinum hits
Me and my crew flip chicks for sidekicks
Water, why you gettin' down like dat?
You know it ain't fair when you play like dat
Don't stop to all the niggaz in the drop tops
To all my peoples that's down on lock
Keep it movin' and you don't stop, hah
Don't stop, to all the niggaz in the drop tops
To all my peoples that's down on lock
Keep it movin' and you don't stop
Let me put it to you like this
You cats tonight, gon' see what a real player is
Nigga, state yo' biz, handle yo' biz
I'ma pump down like that
Sip Bailey's in the Bentleys, agua, in the Jaguar
Never sweat the course of that when I'm tossin' back
Heinekens with a dimepiece friend
All the, ladies in love with D
Shakin' they coochies after me
Y'all crushin' that, them I'm brushin' that
If not, put a stop to that, alright
Nigga 'bout to bust somethin', he don't trust nuttin'
I'ma make that clear to y'all
Come frontin' like you tough somethin' ain't gon' touch nuttin'
I'ma show y'all how to ball
'Cause my niggaz on the block, can't forget dem
My mans on lock, can't forget dem
Y'all know 'bout dem Benjamins
When it's gone, where yo' friends and dem
Heavy gon' coast through, like I'm supposed to
Bi-coastal like postal
Y'all gon' 'member me, whatever be, forever, D
Don't stop to all the niggaz in the drop tops
To all my peoples that's down on lock
Keep it movin' and you don't stop, hah
Don't stop, to all the niggaz in the drop tops
To all my peoples that's down on lock
Keep it movin' and you don't stop
Nigga stay jiggy in the DKNY
Crooked eye, damn he fly
Push a whip that's fabulous
Cuban link with the Lazarus
Tell me who the man again?
Chicks danglin' in Vegas gamblin'
We forever handlin', y'all scramblin'
Tell me who the man again?
Water, now you oughta, recognize
And keep it hot like Florida
Slick talker, New Yorker, bound to be the one you feelin'
Tell me what the deal is
My appeal is real is what
Y'all niggaz is talkin', what?
To my mans in drops or my mans on lock
Keep it real don't stop, right
Don't stop to all the niggaz in the drop tops
To all my peoples that's down on lock
Keep it movin' and you don't stop, hah
Don't stop, to all the niggaz in the drop tops
To all my peoples that's down on lock
Keep it movin' and you don't stop
The song "Don't Stop" by Heavy D is an upbeat, party track that encourages listeners to keep moving and not give up. The lyrics name-drop luxury brands like platinum, diamond rings, and DKNY and talk about the high life of drinking Remy, Hennessy, and Heinekens with beautiful women. Heavy D boasts about his wealth and success but makes sure to acknowledge and uplift those who may not be as fortunate, keeping it real and reminding listeners of his roots. He references his crew and friends who may be locked up or struggling financially, and he urges them to keep going and never stop striving for success.
One interpretation of the song is that it's about perseverance and not letting obstacles stop you from achieving your goals. The lyrics suggest that life can be challenging, but as long as you keep moving forward and stay true to yourself, you'll eventually make it. The party atmosphere of the song serves as a motivating force, encouraging listeners to enjoy life while also working hard to achieve their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't stop to all the niggaz in the drop tops
Keep moving in your convertible cars
To all my peoples that's down on lock
To all my friends who are in jail
Keep it movin' and you don't stop, hah
Keep moving and don't stop
Don't stop, to all the niggaz in the drop tops
Keep moving in your convertible cars
Keep it movin' and you don't stop
Keep moving and don't stop
How'd you like if I dressed you up in platinum?
Would you like it if I gave you a lot of jewelry made of platinum?
Diamond rings, boo, you can have dem
You can have the diamond rings too
Dough though, water got plenty of dat
I have a lot of money
Wanna break it down, get the Remy for that
I want to break it down and drink Remy Martin liquor
Me, I take Coke and Henny with that
I like to drink Coca-Cola and Hennessy liquor
You really wanna floss, get the Benz for that
If you want to show off your wealth, get a Mercedes-Benz car
With the rims for that, how sex is that
With the rims on the car, how attractive is that
130K nigga, can you buy that?
Can you afford a car that costs $130,000?
Tanned in the Caribbean
I got a tan in the Caribbean islands
With a beautiful Trinidadian
With a beautiful woman from Trinidad
Got plans again, stack grands again
I have plans to make a lot of money again
Make you wanna wave yo' hands again
Make you want to dance again
Shake yo' waist again, who you crushin' then
Shake your waist again and flirt with girls
Shorties love when I'm sexin' dem
Girls love when I'm having sex with them
Shorties love when I'm next to dem
Girls love to be around me
We the best of dem, screw the rest of dem
We are the best, forget about the others
This joint right here keep a nigga on point right here
This song keeps me focused
Move like Kaiser, when I surprise ya
I move quickly like a boxer when I surprise you
Me and my team, money green Caddy
Me and my team drive a green Cadillac car
Used to call me fatty, now they call me Big Daddy
People used to make fun of my weight, now they call me Big Daddy
Nigga get down like dat, nigga been around like dat
I'm used to getting down like this, been doing it for a long time
Better not bother, the big brother, in the Godfather hat
Don't mess with me, I'm the leader and I wear a Godfather hat
Screw dat, y'all better face it, y'all see the bracelet
You better accept it, can't you see my bracelet?
Platinum, with the diamonds under dem
My bracelet is made of platinum with diamonds on it
If it ain't E-class want none of dem
If it's not a Mercedes-Benz E-class car, I don't want it
What'chu know 'bout puttin' out platinum hits
Do you know how it feels to produce hit songs in the music industry?
Me and my crew flip chicks for sidekicks
Me and my crew attract girls easily
Water, why you gettin' down like dat?
Why are you dancing like that?
You know it ain't fair when you play like dat
It's not fair when you dance like that
Let me put it to you like this
Let me explain it to you
You cats tonight, gon' see what a real player is
Tonight, you will see what a real player looks like
Nigga, state yo' biz, handle yo' biz
Tell me what you want and take care of your business
I'ma pump down like that
I will dance like that
Sip Bailey's in the Bentleys, agua, in the Jaguar
I drink Bailey's liquor in my Bentley car and water in my Jaguar car
Never sweat the course of that when I'm tossin' back
I never worry about anything when I'm drinking
Heinekens with a dimepiece friend
I'm drinking Heineken beer with a beautiful girl
All the, ladies in love with D
All the women love me
Shakin' they coochies after me
They dance provocatively after me
Y'all crushin' that, them I'm brushin' that
You are crushing on girls, and I am brushing them off
If not, put a stop to that, alright
If not, stop doing that
Nigga 'bout to bust somethin', he don't trust nuttin'
Someone is about to explode, he doesn't trust anyone
I'ma make that clear to y'all
I'm going to clarify that for you guys
Come frontin' like you tough somethin' ain't gon' touch nuttin'
Don't pretend to be tough if you're not up for it
I'ma show y'all how to ball
I'll show you how to party
'Cause my niggaz on the block, can't forget dem
I can't forget my friends on the block
My mans on lock, can't forget dem
I can't forget my friends who are in jail
Y'all know 'bout dem Benjamins
You know about the hundred dollar bills
When it's gone, where yo' friends and dem
When your money is gone, where are your friends?
Heavy gon' coast through, like I'm supposed to
I'm going to coast through life as I'm supposed to
Bi-coastal like postal
I'm on both coasts like a mailman
Y'all gon' 'member me, whatever be, forever, D
You will always remember me, forever, D
Nigga stay jiggy in the DKNY
I look stylish in my DKNY clothes
Crooked eye, damn he fly
I have a crooked eye, but I still look handsome
Push a whip that's fabulous
I drive a fabulous car
Cuban link with the Lazarus
I wear a Cuban link chain with a cross
Tell me who the man again?
Who is the man again?
Chicks danglin' in Vegas gamblin'
Girls are flirting with me while gambling in Las Vegas
We forever handlin', y'all scramblin'
We always handle things, while you struggle
Water, now you oughta, recognize
Now you should recognize
And keep it hot like Florida
And keep it hot like Florida
Slick talker, New Yorker, bound to be the one you feelin'
I'm a smooth talker and a New Yorker, the one you're attracted to
Tell me what the deal is
Tell me what's going on
My appeal is real is what
My attractiveness is real
Y'all niggaz is talkin', what?
What are you guys talking about?
To my mans in drops or my mans on lock
To my friends in convertible cars or in jail
Keep it real don't stop, right
Keep it real and don't stop
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TONY MARIO DOFAT, BOB JAMES, DWIGHT MYERS
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