After a short spell working as a model, 5'10" Kelis began appearing on songs by Neptunes produced rappers such as 'Got Your Money' by the late rapper Ol' Dirty Bastard. Soon afterwards, she released her debut album, Kaleidoscope in 1999 of which the first single was 'Caught Out There,' a song based on the time she caught her boyfriend cheating on her, and she beat him. The video feautures Kelis leading a pack of angry women down the street screaming 'I hate you so much right now!'. The album was released in USA, Europe and Asia, but did not find much audience in the USA. Not a great success, it only sold 249,000 copies to date.
After finding her largest audience in Europe, Kelis released her second album titled Wanderland (2001) in Europe only, which like her first album did not fare well. It only sold 80,000 copies and was entirely produced by The Neptunes (Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo) again, similarly to her debut. Only one single was released 'Young Fresh N New'.
In 2003 Kelis finally found fame in her country with the single 'Milkshake,' which was a massive success in Europe, Asia and USA, and she began dating rapper Nas (born Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones). The single was from the album 'Tasty' which did not feature the Neptunes as heavily as her previous albums. Singles included the popular Dallas Austin produced 'Trick Me' and 'Millionaire', a collaboration with OutKast's Andre 3000. 'In Public's duet with Nas was the fourth single from the album, becoming a top twenty hit in the U.K. without a video.
In 2006, Kelis presented a new album to her fans, entitled Kelis Was Here, which was originally to be called 'The Puppeteer' which was released on 22 August but was due Fall 2005. No Neptunes tracks appeared on this album, but Kelis used other producers such as Max Martin, Will.I.Am (Black Eyed Peas) and Raphael Saadiq. Singles are the huge 'Bossy', 'Blindfold Me', and 'Lil Star'. Kelis wrote more of the material on this album than she did for Tasty, and carries off the sci-fi, electronica sounds so often considered Neptunes material without them. This is most evident on the brilliant 'Trilogy'. Kelis has said she wants to make her mark with this album, as it will be the last 'album like this' she will make.
In October 2007, Kelis was dumped by Jive Records, for poor sales of Kelis Was Here but a new album is in the pipeline. The Hits - a greatest hits collection - was released in March 2008, including tracks where she was a featured artist, eg, Got Your Money by Ol' Dirty Bastard , N.E.R.D's Truth or Dare, and Richard X's Finest Dreams.
Kelis then signed to Interscope Records, and released her fifth studio album entitled Flesh Tone in May 2010. The David Guetta-produced Acapella preceded the LP in February of that year. Other singles released from the album include '4th of July (Fireworks)', 'Scream' and 'Brave'. The following year, Kelis appeared on Calvin Harris' 'Bounce'.
In the beginning of 2010, Kelis received a letter by animal rights organization PETA, in which she was informed about the cruelty that comes along with the production of fur coats. She pointed out that the organization seems to have little concern about the treatment of people of color and that she will continue wearing fur and eating meat.
Songfacts reported that 'Distance', the planned first single from Kelis’ sixth studio album received its first play during the June 30, 2012 show of The Beatnik Mix on London's Reprezent 107.3FM. At the time, the album was set to be house/dance-inspired, but sessions with TV on The Radio's Dave Sitek led to it taking a soul-like direction.
Kelis completed her sixth album in April 2013, and her new label Ninja Tune confirmed details regarding the album in January the following year, 'Jerk Ribs' served as the lead single for the album; the track had however been previously released as a free download the previous year.
Food was released in April 2014 to critical acclaim. Kelis also appeared for the first time at the annual South by Southwest festival, both performing and serving meals to attendees from her food truck.
Aww S***!
KELIS Lyrics
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Niggas wanna stop, askin' who I are
Hands on my waist tryna find out
If I'm gonna flip off of one drink
And can he get down
I'm a rock hip-hop pop star
You check out the doe and the fast car
Roll with the realest that can take out your whole crew
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
I can make a whole song talk shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
I can make a whole song talk shit!
I don't like to dance to a slow song
You're too close and I can't get my groove on
Drop a beat and let a girl feel somethin'
I'm so gutter, watch my two-step do somethin'
Tippy-toes tip and make a mean walk
I ain't tryna listen to your big talk
High off my drink for the third time
Boy, come and get it
Watch me make these niggas fall in line
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
I can make a whole song talk shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
I can make a whole song talk shit!
?Bout to head to the hills ?fore I pass out
Get my coat from the check ?fore I spaz out
Pull my whip to the front and I jump in
Catch a look comin' from the niggas in the black Benz
Red light and now they tryna hop in
(Remember when I was in school, I was your boyfriend?)
Got the tint so we never entertain those
Hungry-ass groupies on the phone like they got hoes
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
I can make a whole song talk shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
I can make a whole song talk shit!
Now I'm feelin' mmm, mmm good
Eyes filled up with the bloodshots
Look like a lay-up with the lights out
Now he's tryna get a lick but I'm all gone
Keep, keep talkin'
Keep, keep talkin'
Keep, keep talkin'
Keep, keep talkin'
Who's this man who's not star?
Yet you wondering who I are
On track with rock hip-hop star, the pop star
Who the man behind hot bars?
Smoke, I'm soon to be popular
Now, where he from?
Is it my city, your city?
All you need to know, I come from a dope city
Never shoot the boys, still keep the dope Bentley
Taste to the kush with a chase of the Henny
And when I'm lookin' for a freak, really picky-picky
And if it smell icky, tell her pull up her Vickie's
But if it smell alright, I might do the licky-licky
Let you suck on my neck but, please, no hicky-hickies
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
I can make a whole song talk shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
(Hicky-hicky-hicky)
Aww shit!
I can make a whole song talk shit!
The lyrics to Kelis featuring Smoke's song "Aww Shit!" are a display of confidence and showiness. Kelis talks about walking to the bar and how people stop and ask who she is, admiring her "fly" look. She talks about her fame, money, and fast cars and doesn't hesitate to let people know she runs with a crew of "realest" people who could take out anyone's whole crew. Kelis is a hip-hop pop star, and she can make a whole song full of insults and talk trash about anyone.
The song has a bouncy beat and snappy rhythm, and the melody plays on a simple, repetitive hook. Kelis's rap verses feel like an extension of the hook, and feature lots of exuberant ad-libs and sound effects. The chorus is repetitive and straightforward, reinforcing the central message of the song. Kelis is proud, confident, and not afraid to talk about her success or put people in their place.
Overall, "Aww Shit!" is a lighthearted and playful track that captures the fun and braggadocio inherent in hip-hop, particularly for a female artist like Kelis in a genre that still struggles with sexism and misogyny.
Line by Line Meaning
Lookin' too fly walkin' to the bar
Walking to the bar with confidence, looking good.
Niggas wanna stop, askin' who I are
Men stopping to ask who I am, interested in my identity.
Hands on my waist tryna find out
Putting their hands on my waist to figure me out.
If I'm gonna flip off of one drink
Trying to see if one drink will make me lose my composure.
And can he get down
Also interested in my dancing ability.
I'm a rock hip-hop pop star
I am a versatile musician with a unique style.
You check out the doe and the fast car
People are impressed by my wealth and success.
Never run from nothin' when I come through
I am not afraid of anything and don't back down from a challenge.
Roll with the realest that can take out your whole crew
I surround myself with the toughest people who can handle any situation.
(Hicky-hicky-hicky) Aww shit!
Expressing excitement and confidence.
I can make a whole song talk shit!
I have the talent to create a hit song that can talk smack.
I don't like to dance to a slow song
I prefer fast-paced music to show off my moves.
You're too close and I can't get my groove on
Being too close to someone makes it difficult to dance properly.
Drop a beat and let a girl feel somethin'
I need a good beat to feel the vibe and enjoy myself.
I'm so gutter, watch my two-step do somethin'
I am so raw and real, watch me impress with my dance moves.
Tippy-toes tip and make a mean walk
Walking gracefully and confidently on my toes.
I ain't tryna listen to your big talk
I am not interested in hearing someone talk a big game.
High off my drink for the third time
I am feeling the effects of my drink for the third time tonight.
Boy, come and get it
I am ready for whatever comes my way.
Watch me make these niggas fall in line
I have the power to make people follow my lead.
?Bout to head to the hills ?fore I pass out
I am about to leave before I get too drunk and embarrass myself.
Get my coat from the check ?fore I spaz out
Making sure to grab my coat before I leave and potentially cause a scene.
Pull my whip to the front and I jump in
Getting in my car and driving away.
Catch a look comin' from the niggas in the black Benz
Noticing the men in the black Benz looking at me.
Red light and now they tryna hop in
The men are now trying to follow me and get in my car.
(Remember when I was in school, I was your boyfriend?)
The men are trying to use past connections to persuade me to let them in my car.
Got the tint so we never entertain those
Keeping the windows tinted so people can't see inside.
Hungry-ass groupies on the phone like they got hoes
People reaching out to me for the wrong reasons, thinking they have power.
Now I'm feelin' mmm, mmm good
I am feeling really good and happy with myself.
Eyes filled up with the bloodshots
My eyes are red and tired from drinking and partying.
Look like a lay-up with the lights out
I look like an easy target or a simple person with the lights off.
Now he's tryna get a lick but I'm all gone
Someone is trying to take advantage of me, but I am too far gone to allow it.
Keep, keep talkin'
People are constantly talking and making noise.
Who's this man who's not star?
Questioning the identity of a man who is not famous.
Yet you wondering who I are
Despite this man being unknown, people are still interested in my identity.
On track with rock hip-hop star, the pop star
It is clear that I am a successful musician with a unique and versatile sound.
Who the man behind hot bars?
Asking who the talented lyricist is behind these successful songs.
Smoke, I'm soon to be popular
Introducing myself as Smoke, a talented musician who is becoming more and more popular.
Now, where he from?
Wondering where this unknown man is from.
Is it my city, your city?
Questioning if this person is from the same city as me or not.
All you need to know, I come from a dope city
Revealing that I come from a great, cool city.
Never shoot the boys, still keep the dope Bentley
I am not trying to cause any harm or trouble, but I still have a fancy car.
Taste to the kush with a chase of the Henny
Enjoying my drink with a chaser of good weed.
And when I'm lookin' for a freak, really picky-picky
Being very selective when it comes to finding someone to hook up with.
And if it smell icky, tell her pull up her Vickie's
If someone's hygiene is questionable, I will tell them to remove their underwear.
But if it smell alright, I might do the licky-licky
If someone's hygiene is good, I am more inclined to engage in sexual activity with them.
Let you suck on my neck but, please, no hicky-hickies
Allowing someone to give me a hickey is not okay, but other types of physical activity are acceptable.
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