Melisa Young (born July 3, 1980) better known by her stage name Kid Sister,… Read Full Bio ↴Melisa Young (born July 3, 1980) better known by her stage name Kid Sister, is a rap artist based in Chicago, Illinois, well known for her single "Pro Nails", featuring Kanye West.

Kid Sister started to rap in October 2005, becoming a MC at monthly dance parties hosted by DJ duo Flosstradamus who were featured in MTV's My Block that same year. She made URB's "The Next 1000" cover in April 2007, and was signed to Kanye West's DJ A-Trak's label, Fool's Gold, who released her first single "Pro Nails", which features Kanye West. Kid Sister later signed with Downtown Records, who re-released "Pro Nails" to critical acclaim.

Kid Sister also appears on Tittsworth's "WTF", from his debut album 12 Steps, with Pase Rock. She had also finished a mixtape with A-Trak.

As of Fall 2009, Kid Sister has finished recording her debut studio album . The title has been changed from Dream Date to "Ultraviolet". The United States album release date is November 17, 2009. The tracks have been produced by dubstep artist Rusko, The Count and Sinden, XXXChange, and Disturbia producer, Brian Kennedy and the album includes a feature with British musician Estelle. The two have collabrated on a remake of Queen Latifah's acclaimed track, "Step" (formerly "Ladies First") off her debut album. It is titled "First Ladies".

And also her single "Control" is featured in the new video game "DJ Hero" with Rihanna's Disturbia. The first single off is titled "Right Hand Hi", which is produced by Steve Angello and Sebastian Ingrosso of house DJ group, Swedish House Mafia.

"I think a lot of people are going to be surprised with the fact that there’s a bunch of raw hip-hop records on there," according to A-Trak. "It's not all up tempo clubby stuff. I think a lot of people are going to be impressed with her growth also because when she made a lot of the records that people have heard by now, she was just starting to rap."

Kid Sister's ethnic background includes African American, Native American, and Caucasian. In numerous interviews and magazine articles, she has revealed that she has struggled financially for years before becoming Kanye West's protege. Recently she has admitted to being 215 pounds at one point in her life. She continues in this interview that she has been "thick" her whole life but explains that this has had no bearing on her self-esteem because at her core she is not a passive person.

Kid Sister has a degree in film from Columbia College Chicago and worked on two independent feature films during her studies: 9/11 drama The Guys (2002) starring Sigourney Weaver and Anthony LaPaglia; and Best Thief In the World (2003) starring Mary Louise Parker and Audra McDonald. Kid Sister once worked for retail chain Bath & Body Works, which she sometimes mentions in interviews and in her creative work.

Control
Kid Sister Lyrics

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[Repeat x2]
Ladies in the front row touch them toes
Fellas in the back get the bank roll
Twirk, roll, stop, control

On the band up put your drinks to the sky
Bartender refill the wine
Then, then break and repeat the rhyme

Wanna, wanna freak and pick the alpine
If you get Shamay for Alazae
Or Lisa, Angie, Canbraney
Or nobody if you ain't tryna stay poor
Everybody that's what I came for
I'm a rider that's why I play more
Juke, more bounce, more club, more wave core
A southsider, that's why I stay more thump, more club, more bass
More flavor
You know, all the shit that we be on
What my baby hit me on, what my baby see me on
I stay dipped in baby phat and Benetton
Every day, all the time, Chi-town every time

[Repeat x2]
Ladies in the front row touch them toes
Fellas in the back get the bank roll
Twirk, roll, stop, control

From the beach to the lot to the club to the grocery
Kid sis run shit don't hold me
Back man, nah man, I'm posted
Up in the VIP room, I got mimosas
Wanna let me flow,get down go ahead
We finnin' to rock away just like Doug did
Badass kids birthdays at show biz

I bring the cake out, call me the hostess
If you make paper and your mug say mean
I might lets you fucks with my team
Cause I'm a mamma jamma
My jams been clean
I stays paid on the first and the 15th
It's like the sound of neighbors over your head
I got the erky-erk over the beat
It's like the kid so major making the ends
I got the jerky-jerk at the end of my sentence

[Repeat x4]
Ladies in the front row touch them toes
Fellas in the back get the bank roll
Twirk, roll, stop, control

In the bank roll
Stop control

[Repeat x6]
Ladies in the front row touch them toes

Fellas in the back get the bank roll
Twirk, roll, stop, control

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Kid Sister's song Control describe a dance club scene and the power dynamics that come into play when men and women come to the club to party. The lyrics encourage women to touch their toes and men to bring their bankroll to the back, insinuating a dynamic of women being objectified for men's pleasure. However, the lyrics also speak to the power dynamic shifting as the song goes on, with Kid Sister taking control and dictating the party's flow. She encourages people to put their drinks up, but also emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and not striving to be someone else just to fit into the party scene.

The song emphasizes the idea of control and power dynamics, tying it to themes of authenticity and staying true to oneself. The lyrics can be interpreted as a critique of club culture and the objectification of women within that culture, highlighting the need for women to take control of their own experiences and not be simply relegated to dancing for men's pleasure.

Line by Line Meaning

Ladies in the front row touch them toes
Women in the front row bend down and touch their toes in excitement and anticipation of the music.

Fellas in the back get the bank roll
Men in the back provide the money to keep the party going.

Twirk, roll, stop, control
A call to the audience to dance and follow the beat.

On the band up put your drinks to the sky
Raise your glasses to acknowledge the performers.

Bartender refill the wine
A request to the bartender to refill the wine glasses of the audience.

Then, then break and repeat the rhyme
Taking a break and restarting the performance again.

Wanna, wanna freak and pick the alpine
The desire to have fun and pick out the best things for the party.

If you get Shamay for Alazae
Mentioning specific people who may be present at the party.

Or Lisa, Angie, Canbraney
Mentioning specific people who may be present at the party.

Or nobody if you ain't tryna stay poor
If you're not willing to spend any money, then you should not be there.

Everybody that's what I came for
Emphasizing the point of being there for the party and fun.

I'm a rider that's why I play more
Ready to party and dance all night long.

Juke, more bounce, more club, more wave core
A desire for a specific type of party, with a particular type of music, and energy level.

A southsider, that's why I stay more thump, more club, more bass
A reference to where Kid Sister comes from and the kind of music and party she prefers.

More flavor
More of everything that is great about the party – music, food, and drinks.

You know, all the shit that we be on
The party spirit that everyone in the audience is sharing.

What my baby hit me on, what my baby see me on
The type of music and party experience that Kid Sister's fans enjoy.

I stay dipped in baby phat and Benetton
Emphasizing the style and fashion that Kid Sister prefers.

Every day, all the time, Chi-town every time
A shout-out to the city of Chicago and the local party culture there.

From the beach to the lot to the club to the grocery
Celebrating partying and having fun in all kinds of places.

Kid sis run shit don't hold me back man, nah man, I'm posted
Kid Sister is in charge and ready to have fun – no one can hold her back.

Up in the VIP room, I got mimosas
Enjoying the high life and partying in style with fancy drinks.

Wanna let me flow,get down go ahead
Encouraging fans to let loose and enjoy the music.

We finnin' to rock away just like Doug did
Referencing the movie 'Doug's First Movie,' where a character dances to express joy and relief.

Badass kids birthdays at show biz
Celebrating parties, where everyone is young and wild at heart.

I bring the cake out, call me the hostess
Kid Sister knows how to be a good party hostess and makes sure everyone has a good time.

If you make paper and your mug say mean
Referring to a type of attitude or demeanor that is often found in parties and nightclubs.

I might lets you fucks with my team
Allowing people with the right attitude and vibe to join in the fun and party with Kid Sister's people.

Cause I'm a mamma jamma
Kid Sister is confident, and always ready to party and have a good time.

My jams been clean
Kid Sister's music is top-notch and loved by all her fans.

I stays paid on the first and the 15th
Successful and making money, not afraid to have fun in life.

It's like the sound of neighbors over your head
The music and energy of Kid Sister's parties is so loud and enjoyable that it feels like a party that is happening next door.

I got the erky-erk over the beat
Kid Sister's music has a particular sound and rhythm that makes it unique and enjoyable.

It's like the kid so major making the ends
Kid Sister is a major artist that knows how to entertain and engage with fans.

I got the jerky-jerk at the end of my sentence
Kid Sister has a particular style when she speaks, it is quirky and fun, just like her music and parties.

In the bank roll, Stop control
The music and party spirit should continue as long as the money is there to keep it going.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALEX EPTON, MELISA YOUNG

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