His music initially gained popularity on New York City's famous mixtape circuit in 2002. Although his biggest mainstream hit to-date is 2003's up-tempo "Pump It Up," Budden is known for his reflective and often insecure lyrics. He is widely considered one of hip-hop's most gifted lyricists, thanks largely in part to his numerous works on mixtapes by such DJ's as DJ Clue, Clinton Sparks, DJ On Point, and DJ Envy.
On one particular mixtape song, called "Crosscountry Connection", Joe started a feud with the G-Unit camp. The Game took offense to a line where Joe claims that gangsta rappers should "be in a G-Unit video with all the gangsta actors", obviously claiming G-Unit are fake gangstas. Unbeknownst to Budden, The Game had just recently signed with the G-Unit camp. The Game and G-Unit fired a few diss songs Budden's way; he replied in kind. The feud was ended when The Game and Budden met in a club in New York City and put the past aside.
During winter and spring of 2005, through Joe Budden mixtapes and hip-hop rumor mills, it was said that he departed from Def Jam to Roc-A-Fella Records with CEO Damon Dash. In reality, Budden was legally obligated to stay with Def Jam. In the beginning of Budden's career, it took him a long time to get public exposure, working more than three years from the first time his demo tapes were heard to the first time he was on the radio. He has appeared on many tracks with other artists including 112, Amerie, Brandy, Cassidy, Fabolous, Fat Joe, Freeway, Janet Jackson, Jay-Z, Jennifer Lopez, Jin, Kelly Rowland, Lil' Kim, LL Cool J, Marques Houston, Usher, and more recently a remix to the hit song "Hollaback Girl" with Gwen Stefani. Some of these were not official remixes, simply mixtape tracks where a Joe Budden verse was added to an existing song.
Though he is thought of as one of rap's most skilled lyricists, Budden's success outside of the mixtape circuit has been marginal purposely. He is known to have invested in real estate in North Jersey and instead of blowing up into the rap scene he decided to make money from other methods instead of getting a record deal. His music is usually more sensitive and thought provoking than that of gangsta rappers, but subsequently, it is also more explicit and unrelenting than most "conscious" or "backpack" rappers.
In late December of 2005, Joe released a mixtape after almost 5 months of being absent from the game. Mood Muzik 2 is considered by most to be a lyrical masterpiece and with so deep tracks such as "Dumb Out" and the emotional "3 Sides to a Story" (in which Joe harrowingly describes a disturbing situation), many wondered had these songs originally been scheduled to appear on The Growth.
In 2007, he was released by Def Jam. In December 2007, he released Mood Muzik 3, which many are calling the best mixtape of the year, with some even saying it's the album of the year since it contains all original material. Some have questioned this since the beat for 'Ventilation' is an edit of 'It's A Shame (Da Butcher's Mix)' by Kool G Rap.
In October 2008, Joe Budden released another highly-rated mixtape, Halfway House; featuring album cuts such as 'Touch & Go' and a snippet of 'Blood On The Wall', a diss to Prodigy of Mobb Deep.
In his career up to his 2nd album, he has worked with artists such as Busta Rhymes and Christina Milian, and has been involved in feuds with rapper The Game and G-Unit. He has since reconciled with The Game.
Since this reconciliation, Joe Budden signed to Amalgam Digital records, and both artists finalized the beef and have collaborated on the single 'The Future' for Joe Budden's now-released 2nd album, Padded Room. The album released February 24th in the U.S. and March 3rd in Canada.
Porno Star
Joe Budden Lyrics
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Love street niggas, love a thug dick
But you don't look like you gettin' enough dick
But do you fuck in public and suck dick
Are you down with a dick, clown niggas dicks
When they put it in do you drown niggas dicks
Profound a nigga dick, and when you go down
I hope you don't kiss all around a nigga dick
Clowns who can't fuck, new to the game dick
Scared of a freak with a hall of fame dick
So keep fuckin' your ex-man who can't quit
You need stronger dick, fuck seven inches
Get a longer dick, put it on the dick
A champion dick, a heavyweight dick
Have you 2-way a nigga every day dick
[Chorus]
My Cris' and Mo' bitches, that ride it well
My strip show bitches, hope you ride it well
We can fuck in the house or in the car
But tell me can you ride dick like a porno star
My gin and juice bitches, that take it well
My in school bitches, cause you takin' it well
We can fuck in the house or in the car
But tell me can you take dick like a porno star
[Joe Budden]
A nigga need pussy, soft and sweet pussy
If your shit's tight, then I'll probably eat pussy
I'm a picky dude, don't need beat pussy
Strictly freak pussy, just to leak pussy
I need fine pussy, need dime pussy
Need rare pussy that hard to find pussy
Got a one-shot, I need all the time pussy
Up echelon, top of the line pussy
Need tight pussy, get right pussy
No sleep, break day, all night pussy
Fuck whack pussy, I'm lookin' for that pussy
Bitch you cheated on me but I'm right back pussy
Pop lock pussy, stop drop pussy
Let me lay up when the block hot pussy
Never before pussy, straight raw pussy
Fucked ten times but I want more pussy
[Chorus]
Look I love sex, kind of rough sex
Whip cream, honey out, handcuff sex
Never without sex, all about sex
Hard back shots, pillow in her mouth sex
Deep stroke sex, deep throat sex
Run around here like you don't need no sex
All day sex, it's foreplay sex
Your back on the wall in the hallway sex
Make me wait sex, third date sex
Just finished arguin, havin' hate sex
Relaxed sex, missionary sex
Nails in my back sex, now that's sex
No hands sex, advanced sex
Why you come to my crib wearin' pants sex
Unlikely sex, try me sex
You gon' fuck around and be wifey sex
The overall theme of Joe Budden's song "Porno Star" revolves around sexual promiscuity and the desire for sexually adventurous partners. The lyrics are very explicit and objectifying towards women, referring to them in derogatory terms and reducing them to their sexual performance. The refrain "But tell me can you ride dick like a porno star" suggests that the ultimate sexual partner is one who can perform like a pornstar, able to please the male sexual desire to its fullest extent. Furthermore, the lyrics are filled with references to sexual acts and preferences, such as rough sex or deep throat sex, revealing the male protagonist's fixation with sexual dominance and pleasure-seeking.
Budden's lyrics in "Porno Star" are controversial and have been criticized for their misogynistic undertones. They have been seen as glorifying the objectification and commodification of women's bodies, reducing them to a collection of sexual experiences rather than complex human beings. The lyrics assert a male-centered and heteronormative view of sex, perpetuating stereotypes of gender and sexuality, and offer no alternative perspective. As a result, the song has been seen as problematic for its offensive language and imagery. However, some have argued that the song is a form of honest expression of sexual desires, free from the social constraints that dictate what is acceptable to talk about in public.
Line by Line Meaning
Mami, dude you love dick, caress and rub dick
Addressing a woman who has a rampant interest in the male genitalia, including stroking and rubbing.
Love street niggas, love a thug dick
Preferring to have sex with criminals and men from the street.
But you don't look like you gettin' enough dick
Expressing doubt about the woman's current sexual satisfaction.
But do you fuck in public and suck dick
Inquiring if the woman is interested in performing sexual acts in public, including oral sex.
Are you down with a dick, clown niggas dicks
Asking if the woman enjoys having sex with foolish or silly men.
When they put it in do you drown niggas dicks
Questioning if the woman gets overwhelmed or engrossed in the moment during sex.
Profound a nigga dick, and when you go down
Asking if the woman is proficient in giving and receiving oral sex.
I hope you don't kiss all around a nigga dick
Expressing a desire for the woman to be more focused when performing oral sex.
You 'lame dick, all the same dick
Insulting men who are not sexually skilled or creative.
Clowns who can't fuck, new to the game dick
Derogatory statement targeted at inexperienced men with poor sexual skills.
Scared of a freak with a hall of fame dick
Men who are intimidated by women who have had great sexual experiences.
So keep fuckin' your ex-man who can't quit
Expressing frustration about the woman's past sexual partner choices.
You need stronger dick, fuck seven inches
Implying that the woman requires a larger penis to be sexually satisfied.
Get a longer dick, put it on the dick
Suggesting the woman should stimulate herself with toys if she desires a larger penis.
A champion dick, a heavyweight dick
Referencing a penis that is exceptional in size and sexual performance.
Have you 2-way a nigga every day dick
Inquiring if the woman has a good sex life and whether she communicates with her partner frequently.
My Cris' and Mo' bitches, that ride it well
Calling out a group of women who can drink liquor and still perform well sexually.
My strip show bitches, hope you ride it well
Complimenting women who excel at giving lap dances and performing sexual acts on stage.
We can fuck in the house or in the car
Offering to have sex with the woman in different places and positions.
But tell me can you ride dick like a porno star
Asking if the woman is capable of performing sexually at the level of an adult film actor.
My gin and juice bitches, that take it well
Referring to women who drink gin and juice and perform well sexually.
My in school bitches, cause you takin' it well
Addressing women who excel academically while also being skilled sexually.
My in school bitches, cause you takin' it well
Addressing women who excel academically while also being skilled sexually.
But tell me can you take dick like a porno star
Asking if the woman can handle sex performed at the level of a pornographic actor.
A nigga need pussy, soft and sweet pussy
A man desires a vagina that is gentle and pleasant.
If your shit's tight, then I'll probably eat pussy
If the woman's vaginal muscles are strong and tight, then the man will be interested in oral sex.
I'm a picky dude, don't need beat pussy
The man is discerning in his taste and does not want a woman with a sexually abused vagina.
Strictly freak pussy, just to leak pussy
The man is specifically looking for a woman who enjoys being sexually explorative and very wet during sex.
I need fine pussy, need dime pussy
The man is looking for a woman with amazing sexual skills, and believes she is rare and precious.
Need rare pussy that hard to find pussy
The man is searching for a woman with exceptional sexual abilities, but acknowledges that finding such a partner is difficult.
Got a one-shot, I need all the time pussy
The man is confident in his sexual abilities and desires a woman who can keep up with him.
Up echelon, top of the line pussy
The man is interested in having sex with women who are at the height of sexual desirability and quality.
Need tight pussy, get right pussy
The man is looking for a woman with a well-toned and tight vaginal canal.
No sleep, break day, all night pussy
The man desires to engage in sexual activities day and night without stopping for sleep.
Fuck whack pussy, I'm lookin' for that pussy
The man refuses to engage in sexual activities with sub-par partners, and is always looking for the best.
Bitch you cheated on me but I'm right back pussy
The man is insulted and hurt by a woman's infidelity, but forgiveness is bestowed sexually.
Pop lock pussy, stop drop pussy
Describing a sexually flexible woman who can contort her body in various ways to accommodate different sex positions.
Let me lay up when the block hot pussy
Asking the woman for sex when the streets are most dangerous.
Never before pussy, straight raw pussy
The man desires a sexual experience that is completely new to him and also raw or unfiltered.
Fucked ten times but I want more pussy
Despite having already had sex multiple times with the same partner, the man still desires more sexual action.
Look I love sex, kind of rough sex
Affirming a strong passion for sex which may involve physical intensity.
Whip cream, honey out, handcuff sex
Preference for sexual activities that include using props or accessories such as handcuffs and whip cream.
Never without sex, all about sex
The man's thinking usually centres around sex and never goes without it for too long.
Hard back shots, pillow in her mouth sex
Enjoyment of sex positions that may involve the woman putting a pillow in her mouth and being penetrated from behind.
Deep stroke sex, deep throat sex
An attraction to sex positions and sexual acts that are intense and hard-hitting.
Run around here like you don't need no sex
Singling out a group of women who may pretend that they don't need or want sex to seem more innocent.
All day sex, it's foreplay sex
Enjoys spending entire days engaging in sexual activities, and considers foreplay just as important as the main act.
Your back on the wall in the hallway sex
The man enjoys sexual encounters in tight and unconventional spaces, such as a hallway with a wall as support.
Make me wait sex, third date sex
The man may take time on the third date before having sex, but is still interested in it thereafter.
Just finished arguin, havin' hate sex
Enjoy having sex after a heated argument, which may involve expressing hostility towards each other.
Relaxed sex, missionary sex
Prefer having sex that is slow-paced and more intimate in nature, such as missionary position.
Nails in my back sex, now that's sex
Enjoyment of having sex in a way that is passionate and intense, to the extent that the woman is scratching the man's back.
No hands sex, advanced sex
Desire to engage in sexual activities that require technique, practice, and possibly even no hands.
Why you come to my crib wearin' pants sex
The man is confused why a woman would come to his house and not wear sexually suggestive clothing, indicating she isn't interested in sexual activities.
Unlikely sex, try me sex
Will try any sexual proposition, no matter how outlandish or unrealistic it may seem.
You gon' fuck around and be wifey sex
The man notices that he and the woman are having sex frequently enough for them to become a long-term couple.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOSEPH ANTHONY BUDDEN, JOSEPH E. KULESZYNSKI
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B HOLLADAY
Joe definitely gotta fight Rory now.😂😂😂😂
Marro Morrison
JOE, THIS SONG IS WILD 😂😂😂😂
Champagne Supernova
Here because of Rory. Nasty award for this. Sultan of Sicko. Big Pump
THE BIGGEST SCUMBAG
SAME
Chino
LMAOOO, SULTAN OF SICKO 💀
Los
Nasty award worthy performance 🏆
Jae Steve
Yooooooooooo this is crazy
Tiffany G
😂😂😂😂
King Cheech
😂🤣 joe a fool for this one
Tiffany G
Yes he is!