West's second and third studio albums, Late Registration (2005) and Graduation (2007), both debuted at the top of the Billboard 200, with the latter becoming his most commercially successful to date. Three of his subsequent albums—808s & Heartbreak (2008), My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (2010), and The Life of Pablo (2016)—were certified triple platinum, while Yeezus (2013) was certified double platinum. Although not as well-received critically as his previous works, Ye (2018), Jesus Is King (2019), and Donda (2021) continued West's streak of consecutive number-one debuts on the Billboard 200. West has also released collaborative albums including Watch the Throne (2011) with Jay-Z, Kids See Ghosts (2018) with Kid Cudi, and Vultures 1 and Vultures 2 (2024) with Ty Dolla Sign. In fashion design, he has collaborated with Nike, Inc., Louis Vuitton, and Gap Inc. on clothing and footwear, and led the Yeezy collaboration with Adidas.
One of the world's best-selling music artists with 160 million records sold, West has won 24 Grammy Awards, the joint 11th-most of all time and the most awarded for any hip hop artist along with Jay-Z. His other accolades include a Billboard Artist Achievement Award, a joint-record three Brit Awards for Best International Male Solo Artist, and the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award. West holds the joint record with Bob Dylan for most albums (four) topping the annual Pazz & Jop critic poll. Time named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2005 and 2015. West's first six solo albums were included on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list in 2020, with the same publication naming him one of the 100 Greatest Songwriters of All Time.
West's outspoken views have received significant media coverage. He has been a frequent source of controversy due to his conduct on social media, at award shows, and in public settings, as well as his comments on the music and fashion industries, U.S. politics, race, and slavery. His Christian faith, high-profile marriage to Kim Kardashian, and mental health have also been topics of media attention. In 2020, West launched an unsuccessful independent presidential campaign that advocated for a consistent life ethic. In October 2022, he was widely condemned and lost many sponsors and partnerships, including his collaborations with Adidas, Gap, and Balenciaga, after making a series of antisemitic statements, including denying the Holocaust.
Extravaganza
Kanye West Lyrics
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Tired of being cramped up in the house
We were simply celebrating life
Off from work today so it's alright
But all those ups and downs had me in a twist
Started dancing with this model chick
And then every record became my favorite song
And that is all that I remember
'Cause I had one too many drinks
And ended up at the Embassy
With this pretty little thing from Memphis, Tennessee
It was a one night extravaganza
I had one too many drinks
And ended up at the Embassy
With this pretty little thing from Memphis, Tennessee
It was a one night extravaganza
When I woke up from last night's avoutrie
Baby girl was laying next to me
Shoes and clothes were scattered everywhere
I got dressed and got up out of there
But not before I called for me a cab
Hung over from all the drinks I had
And now I'm telling my story to you
Everything that I remember
I had one too many drinks
And ended up at the Embassy
With this pretty little thing from Memphis, Tennessee
It was a one night extravaganza
I had one too many drinks
And ended up at the Embassy
With this pretty little thing from Memphis, Tennessee
It was a one night Extravaganza
Extravaganza
Extravaganza
Only was an extravaganza
Yes it was the things that I remember
And I remember
Bein' at the bar tryin' ask what that hypno hit fo' (Hit fo')
Knowin' I can't afford to get mo' (Get mo')
Here's a broke nigga tricked buy one bottle and sip slow (sip slow)
Or, or leave the club now
Do like I did, come back when u get dough
A fishstick nigga now we messing with lobsters
We messin' with Grammies, we messin' with Oscars
You messin' with that dranky drank
Plus you puffin' on that stanky stank
In the morning you gon' draw a blank
The hotel said y'all was on 'em
My girl wasn't on shit, I picked the wrong one
Steady talkin' bout I ain't like them other girls
Well tonight I'm tryin' to find them other girls
Bring they own rubber girl
Never meet ya mother girl
You know they love it when you love 'em
And they tell they friends girl
I had one too many drinks
And ended up at the Embassy
With this pretty little thing from Memphis, Tennessee
It was a one night extravaganza
I had one too many drinks
And ended up at the Embassy
With this pretty little thing from Memphis, Tennessee
It was a one night Extravaganza
Kanye West’s song Extravaganza is about a night out with his friend where they celebrated life by drinking and dancing the night away. The lyrics describe how they ended up at the Embassy with a pretty girl from Memphis, Tennessee after one too many drinks. The song highlights the fact that when he woke up next morning, he realized that he had been caught up in one of those ‘one night stands’ that we all wish never happened. He noticed clothes and shoes scattered all over the floor and immediately called a cab to leave. However, despite the mess he made, he still remembers the night as an extravaganza.
The lyrics, with their vivid imagery, showcase the theme of a life of excess and indulgence, which is characteristic of hip hop music. The lyrics also touch upon the vulnerability that comes with drinking and the choices that we make, which can lead to an unforgettable night, but can also create a regretful morning after. Kanye’s Extravaganza underscores the importance of making responsible choices and being aware of the consequences of our actions.
Line by Line Meaning
Last night me and my dawg were hanging out
Yesterday, I was chilling with my friend.
Tired of being cramped up in the house
We were bored staying at home.
We were simply celebrating life
We were living in the moment and enjoying ourselves.
Off from work today so it's alright
Since we were not working the next day, we were okay with staying up all night.
But all those ups and downs had me in a twist
Although I was feeling happy, sad, and confused at the same time.
Started dancing with this model chick
I started dancing with a beautiful woman who happened to be a model.
And then every record became my favorite song
I started enjoying every song that was played at the party.
And that is all that I remember
The last thing I can recall from that night is that I was having a great time.
'Cause I had one too many drinks
The reason I don't remember much is because I drank too much.
And ended up at the Embassy
I woke up at the embassy hotel.
With this pretty little thing from Memphis, Tennessee
I met a beautiful woman from Memphis, Tennessee.
It was a one night extravaganza
The night was an extravagant experience, but it only happened once.
When I woke up from last night's avoutrie
When I woke up from last night's misadventure.
Baby girl was laying next to me
The woman I met at the party was sleeping beside me.
Shoes and clothes were scattered everywhere
Our garments were scattered across the hotel room.
I got dressed and got up out of there
I got dressed quickly and left the hotel room.
But not before I called for me a cab
I called a cab before leaving the hotel.
Hung over from all the drinks I had
I had a bad headache from drinking too much.
And now I'm telling my story to you
I am now telling you my story.
Bein' at the bar tryin' ask what that hypno hit fo' (Hit fo')
I was at the bar asking for the price of Hypnotic drink.
Knowin' I can't afford to get mo' (Get mo')
I knew I couldn't afford more drinks.
Here's a broke nigga tricked buy one bottle and sip slow (sip slow)
I used a trick where I bought one bottle and sipped slowly.
Or, or leave the club now
I could have left the club instead of drinking more.
Do like I did, come back when u get dough
I should come back to the club when I have more money.
A fishstick nigga now we messing with lobsters
I used to be poor, but now I can afford luxurious things.
We messin' with Grammies, we messin' with Oscars
I can associate with award-winning and famous people.
You messin' with that dranky drank
You are drinking alcohol.
Plus you puffin' on that stanky stank
You are smoking weed.
In the morning you gon' draw a blank
In the morning, you will forget what happened last night.
The hotel said y'all was on 'em
The hotel charged me for the room.
My girl wasn't on shit, I picked the wrong one
The woman I met at the party was not the right one for me.
Steady talkin' bout I ain't like them other girls
She kept saying that she's different from other women.
Well tonight I'm tryin' to find them other girls
But tonight, I am looking for other women.
Bring they own rubber girl
They should bring their own condom.
Never meet ya mother girl
I don't intend to introduce them to my mother.
You know they love it when you love 'em
Women love it when you love them.
And they tell they friends girl
Then, they will tell their friends about you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MIKE CITY, KANYE WEST, KANYE OMARI WEST
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@momogrecovery8452
This whole Album is SUPER UNDERRATED!!!!! Jamie did his THANG on it! He wrote the songs and melodies on 90% of it. Its really an album that can be listened to all the way thru
@woodenyasayso3101
Big facts, literally was just having conversation with my girl about this album
@jamomajo
Every song hits!!!
@NessysPlace
I love all Jamie , movies, music, just him in general
@actionjacksonIV
I agree with u sir I when little kid when this Album dropped until this year I listened to all the way it very good Jamie Foxx needs to do more music
@mykasiagarcia4386
That whole joint was fire 🔥
@Cheesy-gd1vh
This song just randomly popped into my head I've never hopped on YouTube so fast to type "one too many drinks" bc I couldn't remember the name lol. Ahhh so many memories, I love this song 🖤
@yolisasiyo94
Same😂
@mydrmz
That's exactly what I've just done too😂😂😂
@TarotbyLayla
Lol my exact story