He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on January 3, 1986, to Robin Polite and Lloyd Polite Sr. His father died when he was at the age of two, and he moved with his mother and older sister Brandy to Atlanta, Georgia.
Lloyd was discovered by Joyce Irby in 1996 and at the age of 14 was in the pre-teen group N-Toon, alongside younger brother Chuckie. The group won Nickelodeon's cancelled show Double Dare 2000 against No Authority, and the group was signed to DreamWorks Records. Although two singles were released ("Ready" and "Shoulda Been My Girl"), their debut album Toon Time went unnoticed due to a lack of promotion from the label. The group eventually disbanded, and Lloyd began shopping around for a solo deal. He was soon signed to MCA Records with his first single to be "Young Girl". Unfortunately, as MCA Records dissolved into its parent company, Geffen Records, many of the artists on its roster were let go, including Lloyd. However, using "Young Girl" as a demo, he landed a new recording contract with Irv Gotti at The Inc./Def Jam Records.
"Southside", a duet with label mate Ashanti, became Lloyd's debut single and an R&B hit. The video was number one on BET's 106 & Park, where Lloyd and Ashanti performed the song live. The follow-up single was "Hey Young Girl", which wasn't as successful as "Southside". His childhood friend Ciara was in the video, and he is in the video of her hit "1, 2 Step". Both singles appeared on his 2004 debut album, titled Southside, which performed relatively poorly. A third single was never announced. After that, Lloyd appeared singing hooks on singles for label mate Ja Rule on "Caught Up" as well as on rapper Tango Redd's "Let's Cheat". He also made an appearance in R&B singer Sammie's video "You Should Be My Girl".
In 2006, a newly-recorded track titled "You" surfaced, featuring Lil Wayne (an alternate version featured Tango Redd). The single gained airplay on BET Late and it was #1 on 106 & Park. Lloyd's second studio album, titled Street Love, was released on March 13, 2007. The second single "Get It Shawty" was also very successful, reaching the top twenty on the pop charts. By the time the third single "Player's Prayer" was released, interest in the album had diminished. and with lack of promotion the song proved to be unsuccessful.
Lloyd's third album Lessons in Love was released in August 2008. The song "How We Do It (Around My Way)" was promoted as a single in early 2008, but only appeared on select versions of the album. "Girls Around the World" was the next single, another collaboration with Lil Wayne.
Lloyd has made guest appearances on television shows, most notably on the hit show One On One, an episode of Wild 'N Out on June 21, 2007 and on a show called Gotti's Way on VH-1. In an interview Lloyd indicated that he has about twenty tattoos, which include a picture of his father, the logo of his company Young Goldie Music and a "rebel baby angel".
2. Lloyd was a Christian modern rock/pop group who blended vocals with acoustic and electric guitars. Lloyd was formed when two original members of the rock/funk/pop group "Imagine This" teamed up with a new guitarist (who also was with I.T. for a time) and bassist to form Lloyd. The name change is necessary as Lloyd strays quite a distance from the Imagine This.
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Lloyd Lyrics
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Damn shol ain't peachy
jus keep ya head up
(oh babe)
As I dig deep inside my soul
Look into my past
And all that I had through these glass windows
About the ways that yesterday
Changed the path I chose
Oh
[Chorus]
ain't no tellin where I'd be
Dead or in the penetentiary
From shootouts wit my enemy
Squeeze until my clips empty
But would they give sin to me
By the hands that was lent to me
Know that it was meant to be
To take over this industry
[Lloyd talkin:]
Yea
Its goin down
No more gettin left behind
Its time to shine
Mind on my grind
Look
And only the Lord knows
If I don't succeed
Then my family's left out in the cold
So I gotta play my cards
'Cause if I fold
No superstar
Expensive cars
Or designer clothes
Oh
[Chorus]
[Lloyd talkin']
Never feelin bad
Situations gettin sad
Gotta move on
Sun gone shine
Just wait til mornin
Yea
Outta all the struggles
All the pain
All the hurt
It's alright
Gotta be strong
Time moves on
No matter what
When situations get bad
When times get sad
Gotta keep yo mind up
Gotta keep ya grind up
From 99
Never let it behind
Just gotta stay ahead of the race
Keep up my pace
It won't be long
When a feelinz all I can take
I see my heartbreak
Just makes me strong
No matter what nobody say
I got rhymes to make
I'm reachin for the throne
'Cause I know that my yesterday
Been the best of dayz
Just take it slow
[Lloyd talkin']
See
I know
N though I'm young
Money don't grow on trees
Only 18
But I done seen some shit
You know
Yea I run wild
Live the fast lane lifestyle
I can't help I'm a ghetto child
Its all good
Now I see
I hear now
Reach 8 feet
You know
ain't gotta smell that piss in the project halls
I gotta new place to stay now nigga
Yea
But uh
I'm a focus still
In the hood
I'm comin' back
Takin' all why'all niggaz wit me
Gotta do this together
In the song "Yesterday" by Lloyd, the artist delves deep into his past and reflects upon the ways in which his life has been affected by his choices and circumstances. The lyrics confront the harsh realities of growing up in a difficult environment and the struggles that come with trying to succeed in the entertainment industry. Lloyd speaks candidly about the violence and danger that he has faced, including shootouts with his enemies that could have ended his life or resulted in imprisonment. Despite these challenges, Lloyd maintains a positive attitude and a determination to succeed, recognizing that it is his family who will suffer the most if he fails.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of making the most of second chances, as Lloyd sings about how his life could have turned out very differently but for the grace of God. He acknowledges that he has been given a gift and an opportunity to share his music with the world, and he is determined to make the most of it. The lyrics of "Yesterday" are both honest and reflective, painting a vivid portrait of a young man growing up in difficult circumstances and struggling to stay on the right path.
Line by Line Meaning
Life ain't sweet
Life is not easy or pleasant
Damn shol ain't peachy
It's definitely not easy either
jus keep ya head up (oh babe)
Stay positive and keep your chin up
As I dig deep inside my soul
As I reflect and introspect within myself
Look into my past
Examining my previous experiences
And all that I had through these glass windows
Looking at my past through a clear lens
I find myself wanderin all alone
I am lost in my thoughts and am feeling isolated
About the ways that yesterday
Thinking about how my past
Changed the path I chose
Has influenced the choices I made
Oh
Sighing or expressing a feeling of wistfulness
ain't no tellin where I'd be
I can't predict where I would have ended up
Dead or in the penetentiary
Perhaps dead or in prison
From shootouts wit my enemy
Due to gunfights with my enemies
Squeeze until my clips empty
Keep shooting until I run out of ammo
But would they give sin to me
Would others judge me for my actions
By the hands that was lent to me
By the people who have helped me and guided me
Know that it was meant to be
Believing that everything happens for a reason
To take over this industry
I am destined to dominate the music industry
Yea
Affirming agreement or emphasis
Its goin down
Things are happening, things are changing
No more gettin left behind
No longer remaining in the same place, moving forward
Its time to shine
It's my time to succeed and make a name for myself
Mind on my grind
Focusing on my goals and working hard to achieve them
Only the Lord knows
No one knows for sure, only God knows
If I don't succeed
If I fail to reach my goals
Then my family's left out in the cold
My family will be left without support or resources
So I gotta play my cards
I have to make the best choices for myself and my family
'Cause if I fold
If I give up or fail
No superstar
I won't become a celebrated or famous person
Expensive cars
I won't be able to afford luxurious vehicles
Or designer clothes
I won't be able to buy fashionable clothing from popular brands
Never feelin bad
Never feeling discouraged or unhappy
Situations gettin sad
Difficult situations becoming overwhelming and depressing
Gotta move on
Have to keep going, have to keep living
Sun gone shine
Things will eventually get better
Just wait til mornin
Be patient and wait for a new day
Outta all the struggles
Despite all the obstacles and hardships
All the pain
All the suffering and difficult experiences
It's alright
Things will be okay
Gotta be strong
Need to stay resilient and tough
Time moves on
Life goes on, nothing stays the same
No matter what
Regardless of what happens
When situations get bad
When things become difficult or unpleasant
When times get sad
When life becomes depressing or heartbreaking
Gotta keep yo mind up
Need to maintain a positive mindset
Gotta keep ya grind up
Need to keep working hard and pursuing my goals
From 99
From the beginning
Never let it behind
Never forget my ambitions and dreams
Just gotta stay ahead of the race
Need to keep pushing myself to be the best
Keep up my pace
Maintain my momentum and work ethic
It won't be long
Success is on the horizon
When a feelinz all I can take
When I feel overwhelmed with emotions
I see my heartbreak
I recognize my own pain and suffering
Just makes me strong
These challenges make me tougher and more resilient
No matter what nobody say
Regardless of other people's opinions or criticisms
I got rhymes to make
I have music to create and a message to share
I'm reachin for the throne
I am striving for the top of the music industry
'Cause I know that my yesterday
Because I am aware that my past
Been the best of dayz
Has been the most positive and successful time in my life
Just take it slow
I need to be patient and take things one step at a time
See
Listen to what I am saying
I know
I am aware
N though I'm young
Even though I am young
Money don't grow on trees
Money is not easy to come by
But I done seen some shit
Despite my youth, I have experienced difficult situations
Live the fast lane lifestyle
I have been living a risky, unstable life
I can't help I'm a ghetto child
I was born and raised in a poor and disadvantaged area
Its all good
Everything is okay
Now I see
I recognize
I hear now
I am listening now
Reach 8 feet
Achieved great success
ain't gotta smell that piss in the project halls
No longer living in poverty and undesirable living conditions
I gotta new place to stay now nigga
I have a new, better home now
But uh
However
I'm a focus still
I am still determined and focused on my goals
In the hood
Still living in my community
I'm comin' back
I will return to where I came from
Takin' all why'all niggaz wit me
Bringing my friends and peers with me on my journey
Gotta do this together
We need to support each other and work together
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