Mike WiLL’s own mixtape, Est. In 1989, a collection of singles and previously released tracks that Mike has produced, a way to catch new fans and Johnny-come-lately industry representatives up on what Mike WiLL has been up to over the past few years. Also included on the tape are handful of previously unreleased exclusives, including the tape’s lead single, “Itchin’,” which features Future and has already garnered radio play, and “Animosity,” a track that features Gucci Mane and Yo Gotti.
All told, Mike WiLL’s placements have earned him well over 20 million YouTube views, heavy radio play, his first Billboard charting single, and his own burgeoning production company, all before the age of 24 – and with plenty more still to come. “I want to work with everybody, whoever I haven’t worked with yet,” remarks Mike, noting that he has no intention of limiting himself by genre as his career continues to flourish. “From street rap to Disney to pop; I want to do it all.” And as it’s been since he first discovered his love and passion for music from his Uncle Al as a young kid, no matter what he’s doing, Mike WiLL Made It will do it in a style all his own.
Shea Butter Baby
Mike WiLL Made-It Lyrics
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Hold it, need it, need it, yeah
Shea butter baby, fuckin' up your pillow
Touch me, take me, kiss me
Love me, impress me
Pull up, black truck, ganja
Wrist so blinding, heart so timeless
You lost in the shape of my hips
Hope there is a mood
If you really down, we can find it
Lost in an alley, make love by a trash can, ayy (Oh, oh, oh, oh)
Hope there is a mood (Oh, oh, oh, oh)
And if you really down we can find it
Lost in an alley, make love by a trash can
Shea butter baby, fuckin' up your pillow
Shea butter baby, fuckin' up your sheets (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
(Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
You crossed my mind, a thousand times
The cost was fine, I draw the line
I'm back, relapse, I'm fiending
Yes, what's that? In fact, I'm dreaming
Coconut oil, the scent of your body still lingers on sheets
I got a shot at you, you wouldn't reach
Cock back, cock back, trigger release
Pop that top, take a sip of your holiest water
I know I'm a part of your flow now
Said when you cut her, don't matter you love her
And now you got part of her soul, now
I ain't know then, but I know now
Apologies due, the one and the few
The ones I been through, but never loved you
I pray you found peace and you whole now
I'm doin' better, I got me a chocolate bar
Climbin' on top of the bar
Think of the shape, and I lick in the places you only gon' lick when you rock with her forever
You lost in the shape of my hips
Hope there is a mood
And if you really down, we can find it
Lost in an alley, make love by a trash can, ayy (oh, oh, oh, oh)
Hope there is a mood (oh, oh, oh, oh)
And if you really down we can find it
Lost in an alley, make love
Shea butter baby, fuckin' up your pillow
(I can get close to you baby, pull me closer, what are you about?)
Shea Butter baby, fuckin' up your sheets (oh, oh, oh, oh)
(I can get close to you baby, pull me closer, what are you about?)
The lyrics of Mike Will Made-It's song Shea Butter Baby reveal a tender and romantic moment between the singer and the object of his affection. The first verse describes the woman as a "Shea butter baby" who is "fuckin' up your pillow." This can be interpreted as a reference to the moisturizing and nourishing properties of shea butter, which the woman may use to take care of her skin, hence "fuckin' up your pillow" as she leaves residue on it. The chorus expresses the singer's desire and longing for the woman and the possibility of making love in unconventional places such as alleys and by trash cans. The second verse reinforces this desire as the singer talks about his addiction and attraction to the woman who still lingers on his senses, particularly the scent of her body and coconut oil.
The lyrics of Shea Butter Baby can be seen as an ode to black women and their beauty rituals. Shea butter is a common ingredient in many black women's beauty regimens due to its nourishing and protective properties on dark skin. The reference to coconut oil in the second verse also reinforces this theme. The song also highlights the desire for unconventional love and making love in untraditional places, which can be a nod to black people's history of oppression, segregation and lack of access to traditional romantic settings. The song's upbeat and soulful instrumentals can be seen as a modern take on Motown and R&B sounds.
Line by Line Meaning
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Expression of excitement or anticipation.
Hold it, need it, need it, yeah
Asserting dominance and desire for physical intimacy.
Shea butter baby, fuckin' up your pillow
Boasting about the luxuriousness of one's skin care routine and how it's leaving an impact on their partner's bedding.
Touch me, take me, kiss me
Requesting physical attention from one's partner.
Love me, impress me
Setting high expectations for a romantic partner to show affection and appreciation.
Pull up, black truck, ganja
Painting a picture of a lavish lifestyle involving luxury vehicles and drug use.
Wrist so blinding, heart so timeless
Describing the extravagance of one's jewelry and the depth of their emotions.
Wishing, you could meet me, see me, read me
Desiring to be understood and appreciated on a deeper level by a romantic partner.
You lost in the shape of my hips
Boasting about one's physical appearance and its effect on their romantic partner.
Hope there is a mood
Expressing a desire for a specific emotional state during physical intimacy.
If you really down, we can find it
Suggesting that if both partners are willing, they can achieve the desired emotional state during physical intimacy.
Lost in an alley, make love by a trash can, ayy (Oh, oh, oh, oh)
Painting a graphic picture of a potentially risky and taboo romantic encounter.
And if you really down we can find it
Reiterating the possibility of achieving the desired emotional state during physical intimacy.
Shea butter baby, fuckin' up your sheets (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Continuing to boast about the luxurious effects of one's skin care routine on their romantic partner's bedding.
You crossed my mind, a thousand times
Expressing the frequency and intensity of thoughts about a romantic interest.
The cost was fine, I draw the line
Acknowledging that the emotional toll of a romantic relationship may not be worth it.
I'm back, relapse, I'm fiending
Admitting to romantic and potentially addictive tendencies towards a specific person.
Yes, what's that? In fact, I'm dreaming
Acknowledging the dream-like quality of romantic fantasies and desires.
Coconut oil, the scent of your body still lingers on sheets
Recollecting a romantic partner's presence and scent in a nostalgic way.
I got a shot at you, you wouldn't reach
Feeling confident in one's ability to pursue a romantic interest, even if they may not reciprocate.
Cock back, cock back, trigger release
Using gun-related metaphors to describe the intensity of a romantic encounter.
Pop that top, take a sip of your holiest water
Making a sexual innuendo involving drinking water and the act of physical intimacy.
I know I'm a part of your flow now
Feeling confident and secure in one's place in a romantic partner's life.
Said when you cut her, don't matter you love her
Referring to the concept of loving someone despite the pain they may cause.
And now you got part of her soul, now
Reflecting on the emotional and spiritual impact that romantic relationships can have on individuals.
I ain't know then, but I know now
Reflecting on past romantic experiences and learning from them.
Apologies due, the one and the few
Apologizing to past romantic partners who may have been hurt due to one's actions.
The ones I been through, but never loved you
Acknowledging past romantic partners that may have been significant, but not necessarily loved.
I pray you found peace and you whole now
Expressing a desire for past romantic partners to find happiness and contentment.
I'm doin' better, I got me a chocolate bar
Celebrating personal growth and well-being with a small indulgence.
Climbin' on top of the bar
Painting a fun and carefree picture of being out at a bar with friends.
Think of the shape, and I lick in the places you only gon' lick when you rock with her forever
Being provocative and suggestive about one's desires for physical intimacy with a romantic partner.
Shea Butter baby, fuckin' up your sheets (oh, oh, oh, oh)
Repeating the refrain about one's skin care routine and its effect on a romantic partner's bedding.
(I can get close to you baby, pull me closer, what are you about?)
Continuing to express a desire for physical intimacy with a romantic partner.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Michael Len Williams, Courtney Shanade Salter, Jermaine Cole
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