Rudolf has worked with many artists as either a producer, writer, or guitarist. Examples include Frazer McGonigle, A.K.A Rezza Boiii, Scott Rimell AKA Masta Nasty, Timbaland, the Black Eyed Peas, Lil’ Kim, LL Cool J, Justin Timberlake, Kevin Lyttle, Kanye West, Britney Spears, David Banner, T.I., Flo-Rida, The Neptunes, Rick Ross, Lil Wayne and Ludacris. Rezza Boii and Rudolf collaborated on a new track called "Wikky", available on free download in fall 2010.
Rudolf's first full album, 'In the City', was released on November 24, 2008. It includes the hit single “Let It Rock”, which prominently features Lil' Wayne, and sold well while receiving mixed critical reviews. “Let It Rock” was used as the main theme for the WWE’s '2009 Royal Rumble' pay-per-view event as well as the theme for the 2009 'NBA All-Star Game'. That song additionally reached #5 on the Billboard U.S. Hot 100 chart, #5 on the U.K. Singles Chart, #3 on the Australian ARIA Chart, and #2 on the Canadian Hot 100. As well, “NYC”, featuring Nas, was featured on 'CSI: NY' on November 5, 2008 as well as opening up the 3rd episode of MTV’s 'The City' on January 5, 2009.
“Welcome to the World” is another popular single by Rudolf, peaking at #75 on the Hot Canadian Digital Singles chart. His aforementioned debut album debuted and peaked at #94 on the Billboard 200 and #74 on the Canadian Albums Chart. Released on June 15, 2010, Rudolf's next album, 'To the Sky', also has garnered a warm fan response.
Livin' It Up
Kevin Rudolf Lyrics
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She'd bring me flowers on a Sunday with a bottle of wine, Oh
But I got my fingers in the cookie jar, I ain't got the time, no
And you say that actions speak louder, so why you talking so much?
Well you want me to be more specific, is it that you love me so much?
[Chorus]
And I can't speak, not that I ever wanted to
Don't pity me, just keep moving along
I will be living it up, living it up, living it up
Yeah (Yeah)
Whoa (Oh)
Yeah
I remember when we met she said she knew she'd be mine (What?), Whoa
But now, she looking crazy in the face, she'd want to skin me alive, (Uh uh) Whoa
And you say that, you can recommend it, you were the queen of the pearl
But you act like you are so offended, but it's in it ?, I just don't give a fuck.
[Chorus]
Then I realized I was alone, so I got my fix
But the next time that she calls home, I am gonna call it quits
[Chorus: x2]
Living it up, living it up, living it up [Repeat: x6]
In Kevin Rudolf's song "Livin' It Up," the lyrics describe a turbulent relationship between a man and a woman. The woman in the song is depicted as loving the man deeply, but the man is too preoccupied with his own desires and pleasures to reciprocate that love. Despite the woman's efforts to bring him flowers and wine, the man is more interested in illicit pursuits, hence the "fingers in the cookie jar" metaphor. He is aware that his actions are making the woman upset, but he is not willing to change his ways. He asks her if she loves him so much, but he cannot bring himself to speak his love for her in return. The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea that living is hard, but the man is determined to keep "living it up," regardless of the consequences. He recognizes that he may be pitied for his lifestyle, but he tells others to keep moving along and to let him continue living his life as he sees fit.
The song's lyrics are quite insightful in terms of human relationships. The lyrics speak to the idea that sometimes, despite one's best efforts, love may not be enough to hold two people together. The song acknowledges the reality that people may be too focused on their own desires and pleasures to truly connect with another person. The song's chorus, which repeats the phrase "living it up" multiple times, emphasizes that idea of living life to the fullest, but it also shows a certain level of resignation when it comes to relationships. The song is catchy, with a driving beat and memorable lyrics, making it a popular choice for fans of pop music.
Line by Line Meaning
She'd bring me flowers on a Sunday with a bottle of wine, Oh
My partner used to be sweet and caring, but I'm no longer interested in those gestures.
But I got my fingers in the cookie jar, I ain't got the time, no
I'm too busy pursuing my own interests to invest in this relationship.
And you say that actions speak louder, so why you talking so much?
Stop preaching about your values and start living them.
Well you want me to be more specific, is it that you love me so much?
Are you asking me to clarify my feelings? I'm not sure I'm capable of it.
And I can't speak, not that I ever wanted to
I'm not much of a communicator.
I just dream cause, well, living is hard
I prefer to escape into my dreams instead of facing reality.
Don't pity me, just keep moving along
I don't need your sympathy, just let me be.
I will be living it up, living it up, living it up
I'll enjoy myself regardless of any consequences.
I remember when we met she said she knew she'd be mine (What?), Whoa
My partner was confident about our future when we first met.
But now, she looking crazy in the face, she'd want to skin me alive, (Uh uh) Whoa
Now my partner seems angry and hostile towards me.
And you say that, you can recommend it, you were the queen of the pearl
You claim to have all the answers, but your life isn't perfect either.
But you act like you are so offended, but it's in it ?, I just don't give a fuck.
You're taking offense to everything I say, but I don't really care.
Then I realized I was alone, so I got my fix
I felt lonely so I turned to my vices for comfort.
But the next time that she calls home, I am gonna call it quits
I'm ready to end this relationship, even if it hurts both of us.
Living it up, living it up, living it up [Repeat: x6]
I'm going to enjoy myself, even if it's at the cost of others.
Lyrics © Missing Link Music, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JACOB KASHER HINDLIN, CHARLES ANDERSON, KEVIN RUDOLF
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