Heavy D was born Dwight Errington Myers on 24 May 1967 in Jamaica. His family moved to Mount Vernon, New York when he was a young child.
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 stage accident on 15 July 1990 (see 1990 in music), which 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 more fans by appearing in 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 acted in the motion pictures Life and The Cider House Rules before joining the cast of the television show Boston Public. 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.
Heavy D died on November 8, 2011 in Los Angeles, California, at the age of 44. He collapsed outside of his Beverly Hills home.
You Ain't Heard Nuttin Yet
Heavy D & The Boyz Lyrics
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Sit back, relax, listen to a pro and
As I start goin, blowin, flowin, and showin
MCs' that I am the capital H-E-A-V-Y-D-sin
This is my yard, better get my ?preason?
No discontent cause I'm all about pleasin
Ladies come to me because, they love squeezin
If you don't see me, I'm probably skeezin!
As I get loose, kinda like I say rip this
Format of my rap, listen to direction
Six foot three, wit a manila, complexion
Dance shake, rock, roll
Heav is in the house I got total, control
I'mma inject, respect, collect a fat check
Heav is in effect - but you ain't heard nuttin yet!
How could I explain to ya the Heavmania
Tryna figure eight or make it simple and plain to ya
Hmm, I'm the Heavster, a rap register
That flows with cash so fast you can't measure the
Intent of content that I rep-re-sent
The format of my rap from past to present tense
Girls they adore me, they scream for me
Fellas get jealous cause the ladies won't ignore me
Ov-er-weight Lo-ver MC
H-E-A-V-Y-D, rap champion
Ask Nick and Damian
Joe Black, Pete Rock, Billy Bob and they'll explain to ya
Who is the greatest, the biggest, the baddest! (baddest!)
They won't front, they know the Heavy D. status
My favorite, old time group came Gladys
Knight & The Pips and, love "Flip" Wilson
The Great Houdini was my, favorite magician
Sit back relax, 'cause Heav is on a mission
I'mma inject, de-tect, dialect, disect, direct
Heav is in effect - but you ain't heard nuttinyet!
Aiyyo back up, don't even press up, it's time to set up
The staaage, and I won't let up, 'til y'all get up
Or respect whet we inject, so come correct
Heavy D.'s in ef-fect (fect) but you ain't heard nuttin' yet!
Wreaka, no half-stepper, rhyme veteran
Ripper, Moet sipper, 'cause I'm better in
This hand, even that and, a matter of fact
You wanna know the place to be, the place to be is where Heavy's at
I soar without a fall, 'cause I'm courageously standing
I'm in demand, and on the stage I be better
With Eddie F., he's right back at me
The Boyz are to the left and the right, you know we gotta be
Cor-rect as we expect, you too accept our subject
That we direct, to all turtleneck rappers who seem upset
Heavy D.'s in ef-FECT (FECT) - but you ain't heard nuttin' yet!
The lyrics in Heavy D & The Boyz's song You Ain't Heard Nuttin Yet are a clear declaration of Heav's position as a master of the rap game. The first verse is a self-introduction that sets the tone for the rest of the song. Heavy D boasts of his skills as an MC, asserting his authority by saying that he's in control of the game, MCs' ought to bow to him. He also talks about his appeal to the ladies, which seems to increase his chauvinistic ego.
In the second verse, Heavster emphasizes his position as a heavyweight in the rap industry. He plays modest, using wordplay and puns to explain his lyrical skill, but reminds listeners that his flow is too quick to measure. He also mentions that ladies adore him, while the fellas envy his success, which is a common theme in hip-hop/rap.
The third verse emphasizes Heavy D's ability to control and entertain his audience, bringing the "BoyZ" and Eddie F on board to make it happen. He also takes a jab at other rappers in the game who might feel threatened by his style and badge of honor as a veteran. Heavy D wraps up the song by proclaiming his dominance as a rapper with the words "but you ain't heard nuttin' yet!" suggesting that there's still more to come from him.
Line by Line Meaning
Tic-tac, toe'n, three in a row and privilege
Starting off strong, Heavy D is saying he's got a winning streak and is privileged to be in the game.
Sit back, relax, listen to a pro and
Heavy D invites listeners to take a seat and enjoy his expertise.
As I start goin, blowin, flowin, and showin
Once he gets started, Heavy D is confident he will blow listeners away with his smooth flow and impressive skills.
MCs' that I am the capital H-E-A-V-Y-D-sin
Announcing his name and status as a top MC, Heavy D asserts that nobody can outdo him.
This is my yard, better get my ?preason?
Heavy D is in charge and tells everyone else to step back, as he's got this under control.
No discontent cause I'm all about pleasin
He's all about making people happy and delivering a great show, so there's no reason to complain.
Ladies come to me because, they love squeezin
Heavy D knows he's popular with the ladies and enjoys their affection.
If you don't see me, I'm probably skeezin!
If he's not in the spotlight, Heavy D is probably taking some time out to unwind and relax.
Eaaaaaaa-zy desert on the smooth tip
Smooth rhymes and a laid-back style help Heavy D deliver a calming and enjoyable experience for his fans.
As I get loose, kinda like I say rip this
Feeling more comfortable and energized, Heavy D is ready to get the party started and let loose.
Format of my rap, listen to direction
Heavy D has a certain structure and style to his raps, which he wants listeners to focus on and appreciate.
Six foot three, wit a manila, complexion
A physical description of himself, Heavy D notes that he's tall with a light complexion.
Dance shake, rock, roll
He's giving listeners instructions on how to move and enjoy his music.
Heav is in the house I got total, control
As the performer, Heavy D is in charge of the show and knows how to command the energy of the space.
I'mma inject, respect, collect a fat check
Heavy D plans to bring his A-game to the show, earn respect, and make some cash.
Heav is in effect - but you ain't heard nuttin yet!
At this point, Heavy D is just warming up and let's fans know that there's much more to come.
How could I explain to ya the Heavmania
Acknowledging his own popularity and fandom, Heavy D wonders how he could describe his own impact on the scene.
Tryna figure eight or make it simple and plain to ya
He's unsure how best to describe his greatness, but will try to break it down as simply as possible.
Hmm, I'm the Heavster, a rap register
Referring to himself as the Heavster, Heavy D notes that he's a true master of his art form.
That flows with cash so fast you can't measure the
His flow is so smooth and lucrative that it's impossible to quantify.
Intent of content that I rep-re-sent
Through his music, Heavy D is expressing certain themes and messages that are true to who he is and what his brand is about.
The format of my rap from past to present tense
Another reference to his unique style and format, Heavy D notes that his lyrics cover a wide range of experiences across time and history.
Girls they adore me, they scream for me
Ladies continue to be attracted to Heavy D and adoringly scream and cheer for him.
Fellas get jealous cause the ladies won't ignore me
Heavy D knows that not all male listeners appreciate his popularity with women, but he doesn't care as long as the ladies are by his side.
Ov-er-weight Lo-ver MC
Heavy D is embracing his own image and persona as an overweight, but lovable rapper.
H-E-A-V-Y-D, rap champion
Reiterating his name and status in the rap game, Heavy D describes himself as a true champion of the genre.
Ask Nick and Damian
Heavy D name-checks two other people, Nick and Damian, who he believes would vouch for his greatness.
Joe Black, Pete Rock, Billy Bob and they'll explain to ya
More namedropping, as Heavy D references some other people who can attest to his greatness.
Who is the greatest, the biggest, the baddest! (baddest!)
Heavy D is confident he's the best of the best and deserves recognition and respect.
They won't front, they know the Heavy D. status
Those who know rap music well won't try to deny Heavy D's dominance and fame in the genre.
My favorite, old time group came Gladys
A nod to one of his favorite groups, Gladys Knight & The Pips, who have clearly had an influence on Heavy D's sound and style.
Knight & The Pips and, love "Flip" Wilson
Another old favorite of Heavy D's, Flip Wilson was a comedian and TV personality from the 1970s.
The Great Houdini was my, favorite magician
A third favorite celebrity of Heavy D's, Harry Houdini was a famous magician and escape artist in the early 1900s.
Sit back relax, 'cause Heav is on a mission
Heavy D instructs fans to sit back and enjoy the ride as he takes them on a musical journey.
I'mma inject, de-tect, dialect, disect, direct
Again emphasizing his control over the show, Heavy D is planning to deliver his raps with precision and personality.
Heav is in effect - but you ain't heard nuttin yet!
Repeating the refrain from earlier, Heavy D wants to make sure fans understand that they're in for an amazing performance that's about to blow their minds.
Aiyyo back up, don't even press up, it's time to set up
Heavy D is getting revved up and directing his energy towards setting up the stage and getting ready to perform.
The staaage, and I won't let up, 'til y'all get up
He's emphasizing that his goal is to get fans up and dancing before he considers his job done.
Or respect whet we inject, so come correct
Heavy D is calling for his fans to honor and respect his creative output and enjoy the show with energy and enthusiasm.
Heavy D.'s in ef-fect (fect) but you ain't heard nuttin' yet!
Again reminding listeners that they're in for something special and that Heavy D is just getting warmed up.
Wreaka, no half-stepper, rhyme veteran
Heavy D is a seasoned pro and aims to deliver the goods in full measure.
Ripper, Moet sipper, 'cause I'm better in
Describing himself as a ripper and connoisseur of fine champagne, Heavy D is reminding fans that he's part of the good life and has enjoyed many successes.
This hand, even that and, a matter of fact
Whatever the situation, Heavy D is confident he's got it covered and can handle it with ease.
You wanna know the place to be, the place to be is where Heavy's at
Reiterating his own importance and centrality in the rap game, Heavy D is telling fans that the best place to be is wherever he happens to be performing.
I soar without a fall, 'cause I'm courageously standing
Heavy D is bravely pursuing his dreams and is determined to keep moving forward, no matter what obstacles he may face.
I'm in demand, and on the stage I be better
Heavy D is a popular performer and always brings his best game to the stage.
With Eddie F., he's right back at me
Heavy D is working closely with Eddie F. to deliver an amazing performance.
The Boyz are to the left and the right, you know we gotta be
Heavy D's own band, The Boyz, are ready to back him up and deliver an unforgettable show.
Cor-rect as we expect, you too accept our subject
Heavy D and his band expect fans to respect and appreciate their message and creative output.
That we direct, to all turtleneck rappers who seem upset
A targeted message to other rappers who may be feeling jealous or upset about Heavy D's level of success and popularity.
Heavy D.'s in ef-FECT (FECT) - but you ain't heard nuttin' yet!
Stating for the final time that there's more to come and leaving fans excited and ready for the show to start.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: DWIGHT MEYERS, EDWARD O. FERREL III, RALPH MACDONALD, WILLIAM SALTER
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