Azalea's debut studio album, The New Classic (2014), peaked among the top five on several charts worldwide, but received mixed reviews from within the industry. The album eventually topped the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums, making Azalea the first non-American female rapper to reach the top of the chart. The New Classic was preceded by Azalea's debut single "Work" and chart-topping single "Fancy" (featuring Charli XCX), which hit the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. Azalea was featured on Ariana Grande's 2014 single "Problem", which peaked at number two behind "Fancy". With these hits, Azalea became the second musical act (behind The Beatles) act to rank at number one and two simultaneously on the Hot 100 with their debut appearances on the chart. In addition, she achieved three top ten hits simultaneously on the Hot 100 with the aforementioned songs and the album's fifth single, "Black Widow" (featuring Rita Ora), which debuted later that year.
After her debut album, Azalea released a slew of singles to build anticipation for her intended second album, Digital Distortion. However, a series of conflicts with her label, as well as personal conflicts, resulted in the project being cancelled. Consequently, Azalea switched labels, releasing the EP Survive the Summer (2018) under Island Records. Further disagreements led to Azalea becoming an independent artist and creating her own label, Bad Dreams, through a distribution deal with Empire. Her second album, In My Defense, was released in 2019, followed by another EP, Wicked Lips, that same year. Before taking a hiatus from music, Azalea released her third studio album, The End of an Era, in August 2021.
Azalea's accolades include two American Music Awards, three Billboard Music Awards, an MTV Video Music Award, a People's Choice Award, four Teen Choice Awards and four Grammy Award nominations. Azalea's official YouTube channel has accumulated more than 3.4 billion views, with 15 music videos receiving over 100 million views on Vevo.
Down South
Iggy Azalea Lyrics
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sayin where I want it so you're taking me out,
I'm looking up north why you're touching down south
muah, say it where I want it so you're taking me out
I'm going going going going going down south
I'm going going going going going kiss that mouth
I'm going going going going going down south
I'm going going going going going kiss that mouth
Kiss that muah, muah, muah
Kiss that muah, muah, muah
Kiss that muah, muah, kiss that
Way down you kissed it, this pink more lipstick
like lipgloss when is sticky and no dish box like iggy
I'm getting here with my shay time
when you head over here see wake on
got it's face looking no painted on
when you done getting this face on
but they no returning the favor
when you get dump put your name on this wave em
making the statement, bear how you ate this
spend and put it on the..
I'm giving to it no chaser, but this** no rap..
..you fades and braves, it really don't matter this pussy gonna drip on them locks
then hello kitty no pencil pat, this pussy me like is send so down
I got this tongue shining call it mister clean
is like listerin when he..
I got these girls callin on missions now
when they say they mad 'cause they missin now
but I'm verifying his face cold and they say love but when you're kissing now
Look-look-looking up north why you're touching down south
sayin where I want it so you're taking me out,
I'm looking up north why you're touching down south
muah, say it where I want it so you're taking me out
I'm going going going going going down south
I'm going going going going going kiss that mouth
I'm going going going going going down south
I'm going going going going going kiss that mouth
Kiss that muah, muah, muah
Kiss that muah, muah, muah
Kiss that muah, muah, muah
Kiss that muah, muah, kiss that
Jumping up like the mother fucking liquor
hold me one favor don't do me no favors
when I get free 80 every time we free 60
got my owe do calling
I'm a new do with it
sold it in the A then we live it to the bay
pissed up in Texas swear we go bay
guess..how it taste, I better taste good
do it now a ..I better taste hood
got me like yeah, I'm Gucci
..we ain't Louie, no department stores I mean boutiques
they ain't high class and no stupid
got that..that chewie, make your man act like a booqie
you like..imagine I'm smoothie
'cause see ..give me that Pucci
send me one..fo-fo-follow my legs to my bootie
so..now do me, do me broke hoes and gand..
moodie, moodie..why man I'm ruled
so I drop the top on it to see
while this tone role on my..
Look-look-looking up north why you're touching down south
sayin where I want it so you're taking me out,
I'm looking up north why you're touching down south
muah, say it where I want it so you're taking me out
I'm going going going going going down south
I'm going going going going going kiss that mouth
I'm going going going going going down south
I'm going going going going going kiss that mouth
Kiss that muah, muah, muah
Kiss that muah, muah, muah
Kiss that muah, muah, muah
Kiss that muah, muah, kiss that
The lyrics of Iggy Azalea's "Down South" seem to be centered around her exploring her sexual desires. In the first verse, she references a partner who seems to be from the North while she's from the South. There's an element of longing in the way she sings, "Looking up north while you're touching down south, sayin where I want it so you're taking me out." She's seeking pleasure in different ways and wants her partner to fulfill her desires. As the chorus kicks in, Iggy is making it clear that she's going down south and kissing the lips of the person she's with. There's a sense of excitement as the repeated refrain of "kiss that muah" keeps the focus on her receiving pleasure.
In the second verse, Iggy gets more graphic about the acts she's performing and the sensations involved. She talks about kissing passionately and engaging in oral sex while her partner watches. However, she's also aware of the power dynamics at play and makes it clear that she expects reciprocity. "But they don't return the favor, when you get done put your name on this way, making a statement, bear how you ate this." She's commanding a certain level of respect while also enjoying the moment.
Overall, the lyrics to "Down South" are about a woman exploring her sexual desires and taking control of her own pleasure. Iggy Azalea is unapologetically sexual in her delivery, and the repeated chorus of "kiss that muah" emphasizes her focus on receiving pleasure.
Line by Line Meaning
Look-look-looking up north why you're touching down south
I'm in the north but I'm thinking about the south, where you are. You're touching me in my most intimate places.
Sayin where I want it so you're taking me out
You're fulfilling my desires and taking me out to have a good time.
I'm going going going going going down south
I'm heading south towards you, ready to explore and indulge in pleasure.
I'm going going going going going kiss that mouth
I can't wait to kiss your lips and taste the passion and lust that comes with it.
Jumping up like the mother fucking liquor
I'm feeling wild and free, like the effects of consuming a lot of alcohol.
Sold it in the A then we live it to the bay
I sold something valuable in Atlanta and now I'm living it up in the Bay Area with you.
Got that..that chewie, make your man act like a booqie
I have that good, sticky green marijuana that can turn a man into a classy gentleman.
Send me one..fo-fo-follow my legs to my bootie
I'm confident in my body and want you to follow me and indulge in pleasure with me.
So..now do me, do me broke hoes and gand..
I want you to pleasure me now, even if there are other women who are less wealthy or less classy than me.
I'm looking up north why you're touching down south
I'm thinking about you in the south while you touch me in the north.
Contributed by Samuel Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lauren K
people are usually so critical of her on the other videos. i love seeing all the positive things :) im glad there are others who love her for being her
Amos Klutman
Lauren Kauai yeah me too
Charlie Hepp
Yes
JSA-192
Ahhhh I can't get enough of this song!!! I LOVE Iggy she SLAYS! ;)
Leilei angelica
Yesssss Iggy
crissy s.
Get it girl! LOVE THIS. Real women go hard. Recognize.
MrAliquippawill1
Iggy represents a pretty good combination of ingredients for success: She's beautiful, extremely sexy........and perhaps, the most talented Female M.C. in the Hip-Hop industry. It's pretty cool to be very talented at your chosen profession AND good looking to boot. Kick ass, Iggy.
Amazone Muluta
This is song is still good after 10 years 🎶
elizabeth eagle
this song is perfection.
JSA-192
I F*CKING LOVE THIS SONG!!! ❤️👍❤️🎶