Elliott is one of the first female hip hop superstars, known for a long series of hits including "The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)", "Hit 'Em Wit Da Hee", "Get Ur Freak On", "One Minute Man", "Work It", and "Lose Control". In addition she has received recognition as one of the most successful songwriters of the modern music era, having crafted a number of hit records for artists such as Aaliyah, 702, Total, Ciara, Nicole Wray and Tweet, often with production-partner and childhood friend Timbaland. She was the third female rapper to ever go Platinum, behind Lil' Kim and Da Brat.
Born in Portsmouth, Virginia, she began her career in the all-girl R&B group, Sista in 1993. Eventually, the band folded and Elliott began her career as a solo rapper. Since the early 1990's, Elliott has won six Grammys, recently scoring one for her video of "Lose Control."
Other releases are 'Teary Eyed' and 'We Run This', and the last of these two songs will be the main single of the new greatest hits album titled 'Respect M.E.: Best Of' featuring 17 tracks from her six albums.
It Ain't Funny
Missy Elliott Lyrics
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I remember when yo ass was broke, so in love wit me
You were always at home, always talkin' 'bout
"Loan me this, loan me that, now gimme gimme"
And then ya got doe, and decide ya want to leave
Gotta few chicks checkin' for ya now, huh, you forgot about me
(Ain't it funny)
[Chorus:]
When ya man gets money
I bet you can't find him
But when he come home beggin'
You can't deny him
Where he at when you need him?
(he's out lookin' cute)
But when he need a few dollars
He know who to run to
We would go out, I had to pay for everything
I never had to worry about you fuckin' 'round
You used to tell me "Yea I love ya, No one above ya"
Then I bought you clothes, I made ya look like a king
Then the girls started flirtin' wit ya ass, huh, and you forgot about me
(Ain't it funny)
[Chorus:]
I'll be the one you runnin' to
when yo pockets is low
And you outta cash flow
And the chicks don't want you no mo'
(Beat comes back in)
Be the one you runnin' to
When you got no mo' gas
In those buses, catchin' cabs
And the chicks don't see you no mo'
[Chorus:]
Missy Elliott's "Ain't That Funny" is a song that talks about the sudden changes that come with a man getting money. The start of the song talks about the struggles they both went through as a couple when he was broke and she had to do everything for him. He was always asking for loans and Missy, being the loving partner she was, gave them to him. Eventually, he got rich and moved on to other chicks quickly forgetting about Missy. The chorus of the song talks about how women can't resist a man with money as he becomes the center of attention when he gets rich, but when he goes broke, he comes crawling back. The song says that even though he forgets about the people who were with him when he was down, Missy will still be there to help him when he needs it.
The song's structure and lyrics convey a poignant message about relationships where one person becomes more successful than the other. It's a song that's both sad and moving as it portrays the harsh realities of life. The lyrics are honest and raw, and Missy delivers them with emotion and conviction. The catchy beat gives the song an upbeat tone that doesn't take away from the song's message. Ultimately, Missy Elliott's "Ain't That Funny" is a song about love, sacrifice, and the challenges that come with relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember when yo ass was broke, so in love wit me
I recall when you were poor and deeply in love with me.
You were always at home, always talkin' 'bout
"Loan me this, loan me that, now gimme gimme"
You used to stay at home and constantly ask me for money.
And then ya got doe, and decide ya want to leave
Gotta few chicks checkin' for ya now, huh, you forgot about me
Then you got rich and decided you wanted to leave, with some girls now interested in you, forgetting about me.
(Ain't it funny)
Ironically or amusingly.
[Chorus:]
When ya man gets money
I bet you can't find him
But when he come home beggin'
You can't deny him
Where he at when you need him?
(he's out lookin' cute)
But when he need a few dollars
He know who to run to
When your man gets rich, it's hard to locate him, but when he returns begging, you can't refuse him. He's gone when you require his help, but when he needs some money, he knows who to go to.
We would go out, I had to pay for everything
I never had to worry about you fuckin' 'round
You used to tell me "Yea I love ya, No one above ya"
Then I bought you clothes, I made ya look like a king
I always had to pay for everything when we went out, and I had no concerns about you cheating. You used to say that you loved me and that no one was better than me. Then I purchased clothing for you, and you appeared like a king.
Then the girls started flirtin' wit ya ass, huh, and you forgot about me
(Ain't it funny)
After that, girls began flirting with you, and you neglected me. (Amusing or ironic, isn't it?)
I'll be the one you runnin' to
when yo pockets is low
And you outta cash flow
And the chicks don't want you no mo'
I'll be the person you run to when you're out of cash and the girls aren't interested in you anymore.
(Beat comes back in)
Be the one you runnin' to
When you got no mo' gas
In those buses, catchin' cabs
And the chicks don't see you no mo'
(The beat returns.) You'll run to me when you're in need, with no more gas and having to use buses or cabs, and the girls don't notice you anymore.
[Chorus:]
Reiterating the chorus from earlier.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Timothy Mosley, Missy Elliott
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