Lil' Flip's career was launched when he released his first album "The Leprechaun". The album quickly gained national attention and spawned the hit single "I Can Do That". The album sold over 100,000 copies regionally and gained attention from Def Jam South, A & R, and well-known Houston rapper Scarface. He was briefly signed to Def Jam, but abruptly left the label a few years later after concerns about his financial earnings. He soon signed to Loud Records and began recording his first national debut album.
While recording his album, he was apparently shot by unknown assailants in a drive-by shooting. He survived the attack and pressed on to finish the album. At the age of 20, Lil' Flip released his sophomore album "Undaground Legend", his first nationally released album, which included the hit single "The Way We Ball" and a remix to his hit "I Can Do That". The album reached platinum status even though it didn't get much promotion from Loud Records.
Lil' Flip recorded his third album "U Gotta Feel Me" on Sony Records. This album was more commercial and featured Ludacris, Three 6 Mafia, and others. The album debuted at #4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and #3 on the Hip-Hop/R&B charts. It quickly became a crossover success with the Billboard Hot 100 Top 20 single "Game Over". The single used the Namco Pac-Man beat and the video showed Lil' Flip getting a tattoo while rapping to the single. The single reached #1 on the hip-hop charts. His follow-up single, the lover's anthem "Sunshine" featuring Lea, became the second hit single on Lil' Flip's album and went to #2 on the Billboard Hot 100. It gained numerous requests on MTV 2 and BET. The album was certified double platinum.
Lil' Flip is known for his unique screwed style of freestyling (a form of slowed down rap technique) and for always releasing double disc CDs whenever he releases an album. He credits all of his success to the late DJ Screw and has tattooed DJ Screw's name on his arms. Lil' Flip has been credited for his lyrics by Three 6 Mafia, David Banner, Fam-Lay, Young Buck, UGK, Ludacris, among others. He has announced himself as the "King of The South" and the "Freestyle King".
Bounce
Lil' Flip Lyrics
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Yea, this track right here making them bounce - why'know
Jump in the chevy and bounce
Yea, uh, play ya skillz on the track
[Chorus 2X: Lil' Flip]
Now bounce for yo click nigga! (bounce)
bounce for yo hood and throw it up
Now bounce for yo town nigga! (bounce)
it's goin down, throw it up
throw it up, throw it up!!(where you from)
[Lil' Flip]
Now where you from?
Homey I'm from the southside (southside)
and when I pull up it the maybach and leave your mouthwide (mouthwide)
you better get your mind correct like the color changing clique
before I correct your mind and fuck around and bang your chick (nigga)
One time for all my ladies, 2 times for all my thugs
if you wearin a fake jacob you know you a scrub
you gotta step it up, I got a special cup
I get my shine on
but no these ain't no rimestones
I got my clothing line
I got my liquor coming
and if you on a verse each part 1500
nigga you do the math
I never use a cab
I'm from the dirrty, I rock custom jerseys
[Chorus]
[Lil' Flip]
I pack a k nigga (k nigga)
I blow that haze nigga (haze nigga)
I'll be at frisco fuckin with them bay niggaz
them niggaz bump screw, and they will jump you
they pick me up from the airport with them pumps foo
and we ready nigga so bring it on ho
I be at Harlem nights but don't step on my big toe
One time for all my gangstas, 2 times for all my wankstas
I made a lot of y'all careers and and y'all ain't tell me thank ya
but I'm a grown man, I hold my own man
not from ATL but I'm killin Mikes like Killer Mike
half the time I don't write
I just grab an ounce
tell play to fresh record
and watch these niggaz bounce
[Chorus]
[Lil' Flip]
I'm on luda shit, screwed up, track 8
plus I did rock n' roll with Fam Lay
In VA, Norfolk to be exact
I did a track with Swiss Beats, yea I got that crack
My niggaz got my back
yo niggaz quick to run
and leave you there lookin dumb (now that's gangsta)
One time for all my pimps, 2 times for all my hoes
I went from gold, white to plat
back to rosegold
[Chorus]
The song "Bounce" by Lil' Flip talks about the rapper's pride and love for the Southside. The song is about bouncing to the different towns and hoods in the Southside and celebrating where you come from. Lil' Flip talks about representing his area by shouting out different towns, and he gives a shoutout to Screwed Up and track 8. Lil' Flip also brags about his wealth and success, indicating that he made "a lot of y'all careers." Lil' Flip demonstrates his capability to rap by not writing his lyrics by hand, but instead by grabbing weed, telling the producer to play a fresh song and then throwing it down on record. The song has a chant-like chorus, which inspires listeners to join in the celebration and represent their hood.
One interesting fact about the song is that it was released in the year 2002 on the album "Undaground Legend." The song became Lil' Flip's first significant commercial chart success, becoming a staple in Southern Hip-Hop. The song's melody sample is Barry White's 1973 song "I'm Gonna Love You Just a Little More, Baby." Another interesting fact about the song is that it was a popular hit in the Crunk era of Hip Hop. The song's beat was the perfect fit for dancing, screaming, and going wild in clubs across the city of Houston.
The song's lyrics are full of references to different musical genres and artists. For example, Lil' Flip referenced the color changing click, a reference to DJ Screw's rap group. Lil' Flip also mentioned Fam Lay, another rapper from Virginia, and Killer Mike, who was one of the lead rappers for OutKast's single "The Whole World." Additionally, the song depicts Lil' Flip's success in various music genres such as rock n roll and hip hop.
The chords for the song are as follows:
Verse: Am, F, Am, F, Em, D, Em, D
Chorus: Am, F, G, Am
Bridge: Am, F, Am, F, G, Am
Line by Line Meaning
Yea, this track right here making them bounce
This song is getting people to dance and move to the beat.
Jump in the chevy and bounce
Get in the car and drive around while listening to this music.
Yea, uh, play ya skillz on the track
Rap well and showcase your talent on this song.
Now bounce for yo click nigga! (bounce)
bounce for yo hood and throw it up
throw it up, throw it up!!(where you from)
Dance and represent your group and neighborhood.
Now bounce for yo town nigga! (bounce)
it's goin down, throw it up
throw it up, throw it up!!(where you from)
Dance and represent your city.
Now where you from?
Homey I'm from the southside (southside)
and when I pull up it the maybach and leave your mouthwide (mouthwide)
you better get your mind correct like the color changing clique
before I correct your mind and fuck around and bang your chick (nigga)
Asking where someone is from and then bragging about his own neighborhood. Warning people to be respectful and not mess with his crew or girlfriend.
One time for all my ladies, 2 times for all my thugs
if you wearin a fake jacob you know you a scrub
you gotta step it up, I got a special cup
I get my shine on
but no these ain't no rimestones
I got my clothing line
I got my liquor coming
and if you on a verse each part 1500
nigga you do the math
I never use a cab
I'm from the dirrty, I rock custom jerseys
Giving a shoutout to the women and men who support him. Bragging about his wealth and success, as well as his business ventures. Saying he won't pay for a taxi because he's from the same area as his fans.
I pack a k nigga (k nigga)
I blow that haze nigga (haze nigga)
I'll be at frisco fuckin with them bay niggaz
them niggaz bump screw, and they will jump you
they pick me up from the airport with them pumps foo
and we ready nigga so bring it on ho
I be at Harlem nights but don't step on my big toe
Saying he carries a gun and smokes weed. Claiming he travels to different cities and interacts with other rappers. Declaring that they are ready to fight and letting people know not to mess with his feet.
One time for all my gangstas, 2 times for all my wankstas
I made a lot of y'all careers and and y'all ain't tell me thank ya
but I'm a grown man, I hold my own man
not from ATL but I'm killin Mikes like Killer Mike
half the time I don't write
I just grab an ounce
tell play to fresh record
and watch these niggaz bounce
Shoutout to his fellow gangsters and calling out those who he helped in their career but did not show gratitude. Bragging about his skills and not needing to write lyrics. Explaining how he creates music and enjoys watching people dance to it.
I'm on luda shit, screwed up, track 8
plus I did rock n' roll with Fam Lay
In VA, Norfolk to be exact
I did a track with Swiss Beats, yea I got that crack
My niggaz got my back
yo niggaz quick to run
and leave you there lookin dumb (now that's gangsta)
Talking about his other music collaborations and his friends who support him. Bragging about being tough and how others run in the face of danger.
One time for all my pimps, 2 times for all my hoes
I went from gold, white to plat
back to rosegold
Shoutout to the pimps and hoes in the audience. Bragging about his success and how he loves gold jewelry.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JUAN SALINAS, OSCAR SALINAS, WESLEY WESTON
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