K-Ci and JoJo's first sign of independence came in 1994 when K-Ci covered Bobby Womack's hit "If You Think You're Lonely Now" for the movie Jason's Lyric. Early in 1996, K-Ci and Jo-Jo teamed up for the song "How Could You" for the movie Bulletproof starring Damon Wayans and Adam Sandler.
By July 1996, K-Ci and JoJo finally had a hit on their hands as guest artists in 2Pac's number-one R&B hit "How Do U Want It". It also topped the Billboard Hot 100. The brothers made their side projects into a full album, Love Always. Released on June 17, 1997, the album spawned two top-ten R&B hits: "You Bring Me Up" and "Last Night's Letter". "All My Life" was the number-one song on the Hot 100 for three weeks, a feat that K-Ci and Jo-Jo had never achieved with Jodeci.Love Always went on to sell four million copies, and the success of the album put Jodeci's reunion on hold indefinitely.
Their second album,It's Real,was released on June 22, 1999. It spawned one major hit "Tell Me It's Real" which peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard's R&B charts. K-Ci and Jo-Jo returned with X on December 5, 2000. "X", the Roman numeral for ten, was picked as the album title to celebrate the Haileys' tenth anniversary in the music business. They made a strong return to the Billboard Hot 100 early in 2001 with the song "Crazy", also included on the Save the Last Dance soundtrack. "Crazy" peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100.
The fourth K-Ci and Jo-Jo album, Emotional, was released on November 26, 2002, but failed to find commercial success. K-Ci and JoJo released a greatest hits album on February 8, 2005. They are believed to have teamed back up with DeVante Swing and Mr. Dalvin for a Jodeci reunion album.
Lately
K-Ci & JoJo Lyrics
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Dez Niccas ain't legit
Usually have the glock on me
But lately it's extended clips
Lately I been in the street
So my lil bae been talkin shit
Lil cuz acting funny lately
Fuckem he can suck ah dick
Before they take ah trip
Bitch I'm still dope boy fresh
You can take ah whiff
Roomer said I had like 60k on me
I plead the fifth
Luey Gucci and Balenciaga
Lately I been dripped
I got all this brand new money on me
I mite make ah fan
Cash out on sum new designer
I mite skate to France
I don't fuck wit rappers periods uh uh
I can't take the chance
So if u see me out
Just keep it pushing
I can't shake ya hand
Neva chase ah bih
Be to busy tryna chase the bands
Tryna make it last
Balling on em tryna break the glass
Count it till i break my hand
take the bag
I just hope I make it back
Nicca say they running shit
Fuck round that choppa break ya leg
You know own make regrets
You know we ain't taking checks
Breaking hearts and break bread
We make bihes break they neck
U know we don't pay for sex
We make bihes pay for dick
Neva scared to take ah risk
Foolem on sum april shit
Lately I been to myself
Dez Niccas ain't legit
Usually have the glock on me
But lately it's extended clips
Lately I been in the street
So my lil bae been talkin shit
Lil cuz acting funny lately
Fuckem he can suck ah dick
I got Niccas that ah take ya life
Before they take ah trip
Bitch I'm still dope boy fresh
You can take ah whiff
Roomer said I had like 60k on me
I plead the fifth
Luey Gucci and Balenciaga
Lately I been dripped
Niccas know I play to win
The head good,I'll pay ya rent
Bust all in her mouth
I let yo baby momma babysit
My cousin be cooking up the bricks
I guess he catering
Use to have that whole trapping bouncing
Like ah table dance
Snitching Azz Niccas wired up
Like the cable man
I see Niccas taking swagg
U go have to pay for that
U ain't even pay respect
Niccas pull up,spray ya set
We shoot holes in em
Make that boy look like ah safety net
Holes in his face to
Have him lookin just like Jason X
Friends switched up
Thanks for nun
Keep on calling making threats
Neva lonely
That glock on me
Even When I take ah shit
Ain't nobody taking shit
Choppa gang
My bih swagg them sticks just like ah majorette
Boy you in sum major shit
Turn you pigs to bacon bites
Cashed out on sum jealous
Coulda went got ah Mercedes Benz
Dam the way I ball
Shorty probably think i play forreal
Probably think I sign ah deal
Lately I been to myself
Dez Niccas ain't legit
Usually have the glock on me
But lately it's extended clips
Lately I been in the street
So my lil bae been talkin shit
Lil cuz acting funny lately
Fuckem he can suck ah dick
I got Niccas that ah take ya life
Before they take ah trip
Bitch I'm still dope boy fresh
You can take ah whiff
Roomer said I had like 60k on me
I plead the fifth
Luey Gucci and Balenciaga
Lately I been dripped
The lyrics to K-Ci & JoJo's song "Lately" depict a mindset of self-isolation and mistrust towards others. The artists express a sense of detachment from the world around them, stating that the people they encounter are not trustworthy. They mention carrying a gun for protection and feeling the need to upgrade to extended clips. The mention of being in the streets and their partner talking negatively about them suggests a disconnect between their personal life and their lifestyle.
The lyrics also convey a sense of materialism and flaunting of wealth. They mention designer brands like Luey Gucci and Balenciaga, indicating their indulgence in luxury items. The artists talk about having large amounts of money, rumors of carrying $60k, and their ability to buy expensive things. This further emphasizes their detachment from regular life and their focus on material possessions.
There is also an underlying theme of power and dominance. They assert their control over others, stating they have people who would take someone's life before they even have the chance to retaliate. This further contributes to the feeling of mistrust and self-preservation present throughout the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Lately I been to myself
Recently, I have been keeping to myself and avoiding unnecessary interactions with others.
Dez Niccas ain't legit
The individuals I associate with are not trustworthy or genuine.
Usually have the glock on me
Typically, I carry a handgun for protection.
But lately it's extended clips
However, as of late, I have upgraded to using extended ammunition magazines for increased firepower.
Lately I been in the street
Recently, I have been spending most of my time in the urban areas or participating in street activities.
So my lil bae been talkin shit
As a result, my significant other has been expressing dissatisfaction and speaking negatively about me.
Lil cuz acting funny lately
My younger cousin has been behaving strangely and exhibiting odd behavior in recent times.
Fuckem he can suck ah dick
I have no regard for him, and he can engage in inappropriate activities.
I got Niccas that ah take ya life
I have associates who are capable of causing harm and taking someone's life if necessary.
Before they take ah trip
They would rather resort to violence than allowing any potential threats or issues to escalate further.
Bitch I'm still dope boy fresh
I am still fashionable and stylish, representing the persona of a successful and cool individual in the drug game.
You can take ah whiff
If you want to experience my fashionable style and presence, you can take a sniff and appreciate it.
Roomer said I had like 60k on me
There is a rumor circulating that I have approximately $60,000 in cash on my person.
I plead the fifth
I invoke my right to not answer any potential self-incriminating questions related to the rumor.
Luey Gucci and Balenciaga
I have been recently adorning myself with luxury brands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Balenciaga.
Lately I been dripped
Recently, I have been consistently well-dressed, showcasing my stylish appearance.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Clinton Shamburger
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Meriza Harris
Lately, I have had the strangest feeling
With no vivid reason here to find
Yet the thought of losing you's been hanging 'round my mind
Far more frequently you're wearing perfume
With you say no special place to go
But when I ask will you be coming back soon
You don't know, never know
Well, I'm a man of many wishes
Hope my premonition misses
But what I really feel my eyes won't let me hide
'Cause they always start to cry
'Cause this time could mean goodbye
Lately I've been staring in the mirror
Very slowly picking me apart
Trying to tell myself I have no reason with your heart
Just the other night while you were sleeping
I vaguely heard you whisper someone's name
But when I ask you of the thoughts your keeping
You just say nothing's changed
Well, I'm a man of many wishes
I hope my premonition misses
But what I really feel my eyes won't let me hide
'Cause they always start to cry
'Cause this time could mean goodbye, goodbye
Oh, I'm a man of many wishes
I hope my premonition misses
But what I really feel my eyes won't let me hide
'Cause they always start to cry
'Cause this time could mean goodbye
Jason Byrd
I remember hearing this song at 3:00 am driving home from the club in 93 in Houston Texas'. And I ain't gone front, i had tears in my eyes... The 90's is unmatched and I will fight you on that.
Tricia Lewin
100%
Tony L
No need to fight….that was over before it started 👍🏽👌🏽👊🏽
S VS
Well you'd loose, because we started THE greatness in the 70's....
MONEYAINTATHANG100
👁
Real Life
MY ERA IS UNDEFEATED!!!!!🤎🤎🤎
ABSOLUTELY BREATHTAKING!!!!🎤🎤🎤🔥🔥🔥💯💯💯
Mone333 Williams
Man k-ci and JoJo just sat down like nothing and BLEW THE HOUSE DOWN... EFFORTLESSLY smh..🗣️🎙️🎶🤌🏾👑⭐🌹 this is sAAAANGING.
Tanisha Sherman
Absolutely
Katrina Te Koari
💯💣 we were fully blessed
I am Jungle
This was highest rated performance ever on MTV.