Little Brother formed in Durham, NC at North Carolina Central University in 1998. The group began as a trio, featuring members Phonte (Phonte Coleman), Big Pooh (Thomas Jones), and producer 9th Wonder (Pat Douthit). They are founding members of the North Carolina hip-hop collective called The Justus League, under the umbrella music group The Hall of Justus.
Their official debut came in August 2001 with their first recording, Speed; the song talks about making it big in the music business while still dealing with the troubles and hardships of life and holding down a full-time job. They continued to work the local scene and were picked up by ABB Records. In 2002, they released the cult hit 7" single Atari 2600, with lyrics centering around video games. In 2003, the group released their first full length album, The Listening. This record boosted the group to higher acclaim, but national recognition came when Jay-Z tapped 9th Wonder for the song Threat, off of his eighth offering The Black Album.
That fall, they opened for the Hieroglyphics crew on their Full Circle national tour. Little Brother’s sophomore album, The Minstrel Show, saw increased success due to their raised popularity. It's theme compares present day rap music and the music industry to the minstrel shows of the late 1800s.
In 2005, Little Brother became embroiled in a short-lived feud, when Young Jeezy's protege Slick Pulla challenged the group to a battle after hearing an interview in which Phonte voiced some disapprovments concerning drug rap and the "snowman mascot". Little Brother did not respond, and instead, Phonte called Slick Pulla and the pair resolved the misunderstanding.
Outside of the group, Phonte collaborated with producer Nicolay as The Foreign Exchange, on Connected. Rapper Big Pooh released a solo album entitled Sleepers. 9th Wonder has produced songs for major artists like De La Soul and Destiny's Child, as well as underground artists such as Sean Price, Hieroglyphics, Splash, and fellow members of The Justus League.
In addition, 9th has produced whole albums for Jean Grae (Jeanius), Murs (Murs 3:16: The 9th Edition), Buckshot (Chemistry) and a remix album of Nas' God's Son entitled God's Stepson. In this way he has helped to facilitate the return of albums done entirely by one MC and one producer, which have seen something of a resurgence (RJD2 and Aceyalone's Magnificent City, the upcoming DJ Premier and Royce da 5'9" joint album). He is also working on a second Buckshot/9th album, to be called The Formula.
In late 2006, Little Brother began recording their third album, and second for Atlantic Records, Getback. However, in a drastic turn of events, the group announced in January, 2007 that they would be parting ways with Atlantic. This move was likely due to the commercial failure of The Minstrel Show, and creative differences over their future material. Big Pooh was quoted as saying "We as a group just felt that it was not in our best interest to remain in a situation where our needs were constantly being overlooked. We didn't have an A&R for The Minstrel Show. We don't have any type of relationship with our current A&R. There are just a lot of internal issues that ended up working against us." Their manager Big Dho added that there were no "ill feelings towards their (Atlantic) company."
More of a surprise to fans was news that the group has also parted ways with their longtime producer 9th Wonder. Although 9th Wonder's role in the group was that of a producer, the group's tours only consisted of the other two members and his contribution to recent Little Brother releases such as Separate But Equal were less than before (although it is worth noting that this release was a mixtape and not an official album). Nonetheless, news that he would be playing a smaller role and contributing less to their third album indicated a divide between the members. Big Pooh stated that the decision was amicable on both sides, saying "This is just a decision that had to be made so all three of us could move forward and continue to provide the world with dope music."
Little Brother formally announced the group's breakup in 2010.
Producer DeAndre Keaton (DJ Flash) who is featured on The Chittlin Circuit 1.5 is the official tour DJ for Little Brother.
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There is also second artist called Little Brother who is based in Brighton, Sussex. Using guitars, keyboard and a range of other instruments, little brother creates a unique alternative 'electronic' sound
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There is a third artist called Little Brother
Little Brother is the Acoustic Emo project of Newcastle-based singer/songwriter John Floreani (Trophy Eyes).
Drawing inspiration from the stylistic sensibilities of Daniel Johnson, Owen and Right Away, Great Captain!, Little Brother is an exploration of love, loss and heartache.
The project’s debut 6 track EP, 'Terrace' will be released late 2014.
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There is a fourth artist called Little Brother
Little Brother is a lo-fi singer/songwriter project, who released their first album ('Green for a While') on 18th August 2022.
Nobody but You
Little Brother Lyrics
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I think we should move towards the future
I don't want nobody but you (don't want nobody)
I think we should move towards the future
Baby I'm serious
How do you know when I'm like shit
You don't know me yet I ain't step with no disrespect
On the rise like the third reich
Pooh's flight ain't for one night or one flight in the sack
One fight got me resting my back on big pooh's couch
Got me kicked out my own house, arguing with my own spouse
Sweet heart please it is not worth the fuss
I would rather kiss then send you a cuss
I'd rather us hold hands ridin on the back of the bus
Then have us pissed off rollin the trust c'mon now
I don't want nobody but you (don't want nobody)
I think we should move towards the future
I don't want nobody but you (don't want nobody)
I think we should move towards the future
Baby I'm serious
Threw out my fantasies and all my destinies (aight)
I'd like to be involved in you caresin me (okay)
You telling me that love can be the sweetest thing (c'mon)
Reality has been sent to me from
Hey yo it's been a long time since we been out
Got tipsy and pull the gin out
Sat down thinking of you and pulled my pen out
Sexin' with you is more then just sweaty in out
She melting my ice grill, girl and bought the grin out
I never thought that I would get this shit out
Imagine me that nigga walking around in the mall with matching Timbs out
Emotions I got to get out
Down with a nigga way before I had a hit out now that's splendid
My brothers love you and my moms recommend it
Carry my seed now I'm carrying independence
So why we got to keep this love joint suspended
I'm trying to build a family girl because we acendrick
I don't want nobody but you (don't want nobody)
I think we should move towards the future
I don't want nobody but you (don't want nobody)
I think we should move towards the future
Baby I'm serious
I don't want nobody but you (don't want nobody)
I think we should move towards the future
I don't want nobody but you (don't want nobody)
I think we should move towards the future
Baby I'm serious
In the song "Nobody But You" by Little Brother, the lyrics speak of a love interest that the singer does not want to let go of. The opening lines make it clear that the singer only wants this particular person and not anyone else. The singer then goes on to explain how he knows that this person is the one for him, even though it may not have been a long time since they met.
The lyrics suggest that the singer has hit a rough patch in his life and this person he is in love with has helped him through it. The line "Threw out my fantasies and all my destinies" suggests that he is willing to give up his dreams in order to be with her. The singer acknowledges the difficulties they have faced in the relationship but tries to emphasize that they should try to move forward instead of arguing.
At the end, the singer makes it clear that he wants to build a family with this person and create a future together. The line "I'm trying to build a family girl because we acendrick" suggests that the singer wants to create something long-lasting and meaningful.
Overall, "Nobody But You" is a love song that speaks to the depth of the singer's feelings for this woman and how he is willing to do whatever it takes to be with her.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't want nobody but you (don't want nobody)
I only want you as my partner.
I think we should move towards the future
I want us to have a long-term relationship and plan together.
Baby I'm serious
I'm sincere about my feelings for you.
How do you know when I'm like shit
How do you understand me so well even when I'm not at my best?
You don't know me yet I ain't step with no disrespect
You don't fully know me yet, but I'm not intentionally disrespectful towards you.
Just something in your eyes got me, I mean something in your thighs got me
I'm attracted to both your eyes and body.
On the rise like the third reich
I feel uplifted and motivated when I'm with you.
Pooh's flight ain't for one night or one flight in the sack
I'm not interested in a one-night stand with you, but rather a long-lasting relationship.
One fight got me resting my back on big pooh's couch
After one disagreement with my partner, I found myself on someone else's couch.
Got me kicked out my own house, arguing with my own spouse
I was so upset that I argued with my partner and was even kicked out of my own home.
Sweet heart please it is not worth the fuss
Please, my dear, let's not fight anymore, it's not worth it.
I would rather kiss then send you a cuss
I'd rather make up and show affection instead of arguing.
I'd rather us hold hands ridin on the back of the bus
I prefer to have quality time with you, like holding hands and taking public transportation together.
Then have us pissed off rollin the trust c'mon now
I don't want us to be angry while we ride in a car that's supposed to be fun.
Threw out my fantasies and all my destinies (aight)
I let go of my unrealistic hopes and dreams.
I'd like to be involved in you caresin me (okay)
I want a loving and caring relationship with you.
You telling me that love can be the sweetest thing (c'mon)
You are explaining to me that love can be amazing and beautiful.
Reality has been sent to me from
You have shown me what real love is.
Hey yo it's been a long time since we been out
It's been a while since we've gone out together.
Got tipsy and pull the gin out
We got a bit drunk and started drinking gin.
Sat down thinking of you and pulled my pen out
I sat and thought about you, then started writing about my emotions.
Sexin' with you is more then just sweaty in out
Being intimate with you is more than just physical pleasure.
She melting my ice grill, girl and bought the grin out
You're making me smile and feel happy, despite my usual stoic demeanor.
I never thought that I would get this shit out
I never thought I would express my emotions like this before.
Imagine me that nigga walking around in the mall with matching Timbs out
Imagine me, the guy walking around the mall with matching Timberland boots.
Emotions I got to get out
I need to get these emotions out of my system.
Down with a nigga way before I had a hit out now that's splendid
You supported me from the beginning, even before I became famous.
My brothers love you and my moms recommend it
My family likes you and thinks you're a good match for me.
Carry my seed now I'm carrying independence
We should start a family together, and it will give me a sense of responsibility and independence.
So why we got to keep this love joint suspended
Why can't we just be together and happy?
I'm trying to build a family girl because we acendrick
I want to establish a family with you because we'll both succeed and rise together.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMES JOHN NAPIER, MARY J. BLIGE, MATTHEW COLEMAN, SAMUEL FREDERICK SMITH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Vorrtexx Gates
I haven't heard this song in a minute. I remember repeating this song and the instrumental over and over and over again day after day. Gosh this brings back hella memories for me. A beautiful song right here 💯➕🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Tita G
love this song always..sooo underrated
Satanichispanic1
a message from the future.. this still bangs in 2030.
SOUTHEAST L.A.
lol dope!
Saint C
Your screenname is amazing lol
GeminiLady612
I freakin love this song, Little Brother is the s***, now thats real hip hop for you!
SOUTHEAST L.A.
REAL HIP HOP!!!! SALUTE!!!
StylistecS
takes me back too as i use to listen to this all the time..shit still do.
gyver1
This track goes hard!
Jermain McDermott
Still hits!!!!!!!!! 2022