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".
I Just Wanna Tell U
Lil' Flip Lyrics
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But you know how life go, shit happen
But you know I still got your back
And I just wanna tell u that
I never meant to break your heart
But you know how life go, shit happen
But you know I still got your back
Many nights you waited up but I never called back
And every time I had a show I would tell you to fall back
I know you think I got chicks in every state
I know my lifestyle fast but I'ma pump my breaks
At the beginning everythang was cool
I used to leave the studio and pick you up from school
You was there when I had to eat Ramon noodles
If you ain't careful stress is what the game'll do ya
I got the world on my shoulders
That's why I lace my girl with a Clover
I know you worried 'cause I stay in the streets, ma
But don't worry 'cause I roll thirty deep, ma, I'm good
I never meant to break your heart
But you know how life go, shit happen
But you know I still got your back
And I just wanna tell u that
At first it was restaurants then the movies
Now you typing crazy messages in my two-way
But it's time though I meet a million hoes
But they ain't like you 'cause they ain't got pretty toes
You know thugs never let their feelings show
But anytime you wanna talk just let me know
'Cause I got your back, we a perfect match
It's me and you against the world, who's stopping that?
I never meant to break your heart
But you know how life go, shit happen
But you know I still got your back
And I just wanna tell u that
I never meant to break your heart
But you know how life go, shit happen
But you know I still got your back
And I just wanna tell u that
I like to see you with no make-up on
I like to see you with a Jacob on, now do your thang, girl
If you wanna get to know me just holla, girl
Have you ever rode in a drop top Impala, girl?
I could turn a good girl into a bad girl
I got you rocking black ice, no more black pearls
I can't lie, I want your body in the worst way
I fly to Cali in the morning, I'll be back Thursday
The lyrics to Lil' Flip's song "I Just Wanna Tell U" depict the rapper's apology to a former girlfriend for breaking her heart in the past. He acknowledges that he was not always available to her due to his fast-paced lifestyle and the demands of his career, but he assures her that he still has her back. Throughout the song, Lil' Flip reveals memories of their time together: he used to pick her up from school, they went to restaurants and movies, and she was there for him during his humble beginnings. He also assures his ex-girlfriend that despite meeting numerous women on his journey, she occupies a special place in his heart, and they are a perfect match. Lil' Flip concludes the song by expressing his attraction to her and promising to come back from his trip to California.
The song's theme is about regret and apology. Lil' Flip apologizes to his ex-girlfriend and acknowledges the mistakes he made that caused their separation. He also tries to reassure her that he still cares for her despite the distance between them. He highlights the sacrifices he had to make to pursue his successful career, but he still acknowledges the importance of the relationship they once had.
Line by Line Meaning
I never meant to break your heart
I did not intend to hurt your feelings
But you know how life go, shit happen
However, such is life, and unfortunate things occur
But you know I still got your back
Despite this, I still support you
And I just wanna tell u that
I just want to express this to you
Many nights you waited up but I never called back
I understand that I did not always communicate with you and left you hanging
And every time I had a show I would tell you to fall back
I used to tell you not to come to my shows and distance myself from you
I know you think I got chicks in every state
I realize that you may believe I am involved with other women in various locations
I know my lifestyle fast but I'ma pump my breaks
I am aware that my life moves quickly, but I will slow down for you
At the beginning everythang was cool
Initially, everything between us was good
I used to leave the studio and pick you up from school
I would leave work to pick you up from school
You was there when I had to eat Ramon noodles
You were there for me when I had financial struggles and had to eat instant noodles
If you ain't careful stress is what the game'll do ya
If you are not careful, the music industry can be extremely stressful
I got the world on my shoulders
I feel the weight of the world on my shoulders due to my responsibilities
That's why I lace my girl with a Clover
That is why I provide my girlfriend with support
I know you worried 'cause I stay in the streets, ma
I understand that you are concerned because I spend time in potentially dangerous places
But don't worry 'cause I roll thirty deep, ma, I'm good
But don't worry, I am protected and safe because I am in a large group
At first it was restaurants then the movies
Initially, we went out to eat and watched movies together
Now you typing crazy messages in my two-way
Now you are sending me a lot of messages that are difficult to understand
But it's time though I meet a million hoes
However, it is inevitable that I will meet many women due to my career
But they ain't like you 'cause they ain't got pretty toes
However, none of them compare to you because they do not meet your level of attractiveness
You know thugs never let their feelings show
You are aware that tough guys like myself do not typically express their emotions
But anytime you wanna talk just let me know
However, I am open to communication whenever you want to reach out
'Cause I got your back, we a perfect match
Because I support you and we complement one another well
It's me and you against the world, who's stopping that?
It is us together against whatever obstacles come our way, and nothing can interfere with that
I like to see you with no make-up on
I enjoy seeing you in your natural state
I like to see you with a Jacob on, now do your thang, girl
I enjoy seeing you wearing a particular piece of jewelry, so keep doing what makes you happy
If you wanna get to know me just holla, girl
If you want to get to know me better, do not hesitate to reach out
Have you ever rode in a drop top Impala, girl?
Have you ever ridden in a convertible Chevrolet Impala, girl?
I could turn a good girl into a bad girl
I could tempt a well-behaved woman into being more rebellious
I got you rocking black ice, no more black pearls
I have influenced you to change your preferences by wearing black ice instead of black pearls
I can't lie, I want your body in the worst way
I must admit, I desire your body intensely
I fly to Cali in the morning, I'll be back Thursday
I am traveling to California tomorrow and will return on Thursday
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: PAUL BEAUREGARD, JORDAN HOUSTON, WILLIE HUTCH, WESLEY WESTON
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