Mims graduated High School and enrolled at Nassau Community College. He left the institution after a mere two months of classes to pursue a career in rap music. He began spending time in Harlem with Cam'ron as an acquaintance. In 2001, he was discovered by Quincy S/Duq Entertainment and soon after featured on a Canadian compilation entitled Private Party Collectors Edition Vol. 2, by Baby Blue Soundcrew. His guest appearance on the single "Love Em' All", alongside Choclair, enabled him to be recognized in Canada. The music video was nominated for a MMVA award. This song was never officially released in the United States. Mims also released his own single entitled "L.O.V.E." which was commercially unsuccessful.
Soon after his recognition in Canada, he would gain connections with Blackout Movement. He would release his first U.S. Single, "I Did You Wrong" gaining modest momemtum across the United States. This would not be enough to finalize a legitimate record deal for the artist. In 2006, He began to record tracks for Latin hip hop label Urban Box Office. He decided that it would be in his best interests to structure his own label situation. He would create American King Music alongside business partners Corey Llewellyn & Erik Mendelson.
Mims released "This Is Why I'm Hot" which gained respectable momemtum across the country as a direct result of his immediate camp and company. This created much attention for Mims as labels that had previously turned him down began to show interest. Following meetings with EMI mainly Capitol Records, Mims decided to sign his American King Music imprint with the company in November of 2006.
He immediately began to work on his debut album, Music Is My Savior emphasizing that Capitol Records understood him and his aspirations. During the summer of 2007, Mims released his second single, "Like This. The song became a minor hit on the radio. Also released from the album was "Just Like That.
Mims released his second effort on April 7, 2009, titled "Guilt". In October 2008, "Move (If You Wanna)" became the first official single from Mims' new album, peaking at #63 on the Hot 100 charts. The second single was released to radio alongside his album on April 7, 2009, entitled "Love Rollercoaster" featuring LeToya Luckett.
It's Alright
MIMS Lyrics
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I came to blow a grip
You know I don't care
Grab a couple stacks
Throw the money in the air
Drive the black car
Open up the bar
Shut the club down
You're fucking with a star
You can see the glow
I'm pushing forty stacks for a ten minute show
Nigga, do the math
I'm a need a bath
'Cause I'm filthy rich, making money out the ass
My little cousin told me
This is my year
I won't stop till a nigga shuttin' down Times Square, yeah!
I do this for the block, no lies
So I can drop the top on the 645
See, until you're on top, niggas don't show respect
[Bridge]
My name Mims, aka cut the check
See, I keep it so hot, but I never bust a sweat
I used to play the bench, but now I'm on deck
When I'm hopping off the jet, niggas' face look upset
But I'm quick to tell them
[Chorus]
It's all right
Whoa
I'm so quick to tell them
It's all right
Whoa
Now you know your shit popping when the chick you just met
Got your name tattooed on the ass and the neck
All the ladies love me
I'm their favorite MC
Nigga true definition, "P.I.M.P."
There ain't a place I ain't been
Every strip, every scene
Like my nigga B.I.G. said, "It was all a dream."
Now I'm sitting in the Beam, inside money green
Nigga all about the cash; you can tell how I lean
Keep your eyes on the beam like I told you in the hot song
It's all about the cake, being broke ain't an option
Haters in the hood with the heat trying to pop strong
I'm a quick grip when they see me with the rock song
[Bridge]
[Chorus]
I'm the freshest motherfucker on the scene
A grand on the jeans sitting on some ice cream
I represent New York, big city of dreams
Where we ride on tens, but you know we keep it clean
See, I lay my game down
Flip a few styles
Ten times out of ten you gon' like the way it sounds
You know I get it in; and if you don't like it, it's fine
So get yours 'cause I'm a definitely get mine
[Bridge]
[Chorus]
MIMS's "It's Alright" is a song about his success, fame and how he is living the life he always wanted. The song is a celebration of his achievement and wealth. MIMS starts the song by saying that he came to show off his wealth and that he doesn't care about anything else. He talks about throwing money in the air and driving a black car while flaunting his fortune by opening and closing down a club and going home with multiple ladies. He acknowledges his stardom and how he is making forty stacks of money for a ten-minute long show. Although he admits that he is filthy rich and making money, he says that he is doing it for his block and dropped his listener a piece of advice about reaching the top that is only after you have made it that people respect you.
The song's chorus and bridge both proclaim that everything is okay and that MIMS is living his dream. He positively reflects on how he used to sit on the bench to now being on the deck, an indication of his hard work paying off. He is living his best life with his name tattooed on ladies. MIMS has achieved the "P.I.M.P" status making money while representing New York, the big city of dreams where riding on tens is the norm.
This song is a clear testament to MIMS's success in the music industry, and he is letting everyone know that he is not stopping anytime soon. Amidst his fame and fortune, he still values where he comes from and wants to show that as he continues to make it big.
Line by Line Meaning
Woo, uh, Mims!
Mim's is here to perform his song with energy and enthusiasm.
I came to blow a grip
Mim's is here to earn a large amount of money from his performance.
You know I don't care
Mim's is unbothered, focused on his money and entertainment career.
Grab a couple stacks, throw the money in the air
Mim's is throwing his wealth and success around carelessly.
Drive the black car, open up the bar, shut the club down, leave with a couple broads
Mim's is living a lavish lifestyle as he exits the club with women.
You're f***ing with a star, you can see the glow
Mim's is famous and his conspicuous success is evident.
I'm pushing forty stacks for a ten minute show, N**** do the math
Mim's is earning a lot of money for his short performance, and he wants people to recognize it.
I'mma need a bath, 'cause I'm filthy rich, making money out the ass
Mim's has earned so much money that he needs to clean himself from the excess.
This is my year, I won't stop till a n**** sh*tin' down Times Square, yeah!
Mim's is determined to become even more successful and influential than he already is.
I do this for the block, no lies, so I can drop top on the 645
Mim's aims to become even more successful and show off his wealth by getting a luxury car.
See until you're on top, n****s don't show respect
People only recognize and respect Mim's now that he has become successful and wealthy.
It's all right
Mim's is trying to reassure people that he is doing well and is unbothered.
Now you know your shit popping when the chick you just met got your name tattooed on the ass and the neck
Mim's is so popular and attractive that women are willing to get his name tattooed on them.
I'm the freshest motherf****r on the scene
Mim's is confident in his style and coolness.
I represent New York, big city of dreams
Mim's is proud of his city and the opportunities it provides.
Where we ride on tens, but you know we keep it clean
Mim's wants people to know that he and his crew have nice cars but also take care of them.
See, I lay my game down, flip a few styles
Mim's is versatile and can switch up his style to appeal to various audiences.
Ten times out of ten, you gon' like the way it sounds
Mim's is confident that people will enjoy his music and style.
So get yours 'cause I'm a definitely get mine
Mim's encourages people to pursue their own success, but he knows he will achieve his own goals regardless.
My name Mims, aka cut the check
Mim's wants people to know his name and his monetary value.
See, I keep it so hot, but I never bust a sweat, I used to play the bench, but now I'm on deck
Mim's is successful and influential, but he didn't always have it easy and is still composed under pressure.
When I'm hopping off the jet, n****s' face look upset, but I'm quick to tell them it's all right
Mim's is unbothered by jealous people and wants to reassure them that he is doing well.
Haters in the hood with the heat trying to pop strong, I'm a quick grip when they see me with the rock song
Mim's knows that haters in his hometown try to bring him down, but his success gives him power and security.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: SHAWN MIMS, WINSTON THOMAS, DANNY SCHOFIELD, RAY CHARLES
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