Musiq Soulchild was born and raised in Philadelphia and grew up with his family--including eight brothers and sister]. As a teenager, he began plans for a career in music. He released his debut album, ''Aijuswanaseing'' (read: "I Just Want to Sing"), in 2000, which was well-received by critics and audiences. Musiq did much of his own songwriting, and most of the record was produced and co-written by Ivan "Orthodox" Barias and Carvin "Ransum" Haggins, then of the A Touch of Jazz production company headed by Jazzy Jeff, now of Karma Productions. The singles "Just Friends (Sunny)", "Love", and "Girl Next Door" received exposure in America mainly on the more underground music video network, MTV2, as well as on BET. His singles also received a good amount of airplay on urban and urban contemporary radio stations.
In 2002, he released his sophomore album, ''Juslisen'' (read: "Just Listen"), as simply ''Musiq''. He had continued urban and MTV2 success with its singles, "halfcrazy" and "dontchange", the former of which was one of the most played music videos on MTV2 in the summer of 2002 and during the year overall. Both videos also got substantial play during the year on VH1 Soul. The singles had heavily amounts of airplay on both urban and urban contemporary radio sations in 2002. He also gained exposure during that year by opening concerts for Alicia Keys.
In late 2002, Musiq contributed guest vocals to "Break You Off", the first single from The Roots' ''Phrenology'' album. Once again, its video got heavy play on MTV2 and VH1 Soul, as well as on MTV Jams. He also appeared in Santana's song "Nothing at All" which is featured in his 2002 album ''Shaman''.
In 2003, the singles and videos "forthenight" and "whoknows" from his third LP, ''Soulstar''. "forthenight" was one of VH1 Soul's most played videos of 2004, and also had a very successful run on American urban radio stations.
Recently, Musiq Soulchild (who has added the "Soulchild" to his moniker again) has parted ways with Def Soul and has signed with Atlantic Records. A new Musiq Soulchild album is slated for a spring 2007 release. He will be making guest appearances on rapper Lloyd Banks's ''Rotten Apple'', Talib Kweli "Eardrum", Black Ice "The Death of Willie Lynch", pay tribute to Soul music legends Earth Wind and Fire and appear on the soundtrack "Daddy's Little Girls".
Musiq Soulchild released his debut album, Aijuswanaseing (I Just Want to Sing), in 2000, which included the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip Hop single, "Just Friends (Sunny)". Musiq's second single, "Love", spent 22 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 charts. Musiq’s sophomore album, 2002's Juslisen (Just Listen), debuted at number 1 on the Billboard Charts and went platinum; "Halfcrazy" and "Dontchange". In 2003, Musiq released his 3rd album, Soulstar. It included the singles "Forthenight" and "Whoknows".
After a four year break and changing his management to Solqi Management and his record label to Atlantic Records, in 2007, Musiq's released his fourth album Luvanmusiq (Love and Music) which included the singles "B.U.D.D.Y.", "Teachme", and "Makeyouhappy". His fifth album OnMyRadio was released on December 2, 2008. The lead single, "Radio" has posted on both Musiq's MySpace page and official website.
Musiq Soulchild has had 2 platinum albums, 2 gold albums and 7 hit singles. He has received awards from Billboard, BET, ASCAP, BMI, and Soul Train. Musiq has also earned award nominations from MTV, American Music Awards, NAACP, and 9 Grammy nominations, including 3 for his 2007 album Luvanmusiq. Besides being a successful recording artist, Musiq is notable for his creative and unique way of titling his albums and songs by ignoring the rules of capitalization, punctuation and spelling.
He recently performed at the Antigua & Barbuda first Romantic Rhythms Music Festival in the Caribbean which was held from June 12-15,2008 which features legendary artists such as Kenny Rogers, Brian McKnight, Lionel Richie, Keyshia Cole, Maxi Priest, Destra, Heather Headly, Shaggy and many other local artist from the island including The Burning Flames.
He has also made guest appearances on rapper Lloyd Banks's album Rotten Apple, Talib Kweli's Eardrum, The Roots's Phrenology (album), Black Ice's The Death of Willie Lynch and pays tribute to soul music legends Earth Wind and Fire, appearing on the soundtrack to Tyler Perry's movie Daddy's Little Girls. And Ice Cube announced that Musiq will appear on his upcoming album, Raw Footage. He also lent a song from his latest album Luvanmusiq to the soundtrack for Perry's later movie Why Did I Get Married?. He then recorded a remake of Arrested Development's song "People Everyday" with British rapper Estelle for the soundtrack to Tyler Perry's Meet the Browns entitled "People Everyday (Metamorphosis Mix)".
Outside of music, he has been featured in television and print ads for McDonald's, Nike, Inc., Coca-Cola, Levi Strauss & Co. and The Gap. He also made a special appearance in The CW's #1 comedy The Game on Monday, October 29, 2007.
Radio
Musiq Lyrics
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Cool
[Verse 1:]
Hey Everywhere I be I see shawties they lovin the
Way I rock my hat, fresh tie on a button up
Fresh dentals with a fresh vest or a sweater or
Fresh pair of fresher than cause
Whisperin in my ear is there anybody with ya
Want a autograph or they just tryin to get the
Answer to questions like
(what you listenin to?)
I tell her
[Chorus:]
Whatever I like I
Put it on my radio
You can probably find
Something new on my radio
If you wanna ride (cool)
Just don't touch my radio
Don't look so surprised
You can trip if you want to
Don't front you know know you love it
Put it on the radio
Don't front you know know you love it
Put it on the radio
Don't be scared you can crank it bra
Just turn up the radio
Don't be shy you can shake it girl
Just turn up the radio
[Verse 2:]
Ya I'm from the East Cost
Philly I was brought up
Now I'm in the Dirty South
ATL Georgia
I just left the studio
I think I gotta heater
Watch out for that 8O8
(It could brush it sweeter)
Shawty tryin to holla I
Told her I could meet her
We could do the resteraunt
We could do the theatre
Pulled up to her spot
Started talking bout some music
She said (you ain't from around here)
(What you think is hot)
I told her
[Chorus: x2]
Whatever I like I
Put it on my radio
You can probably find
Something new on my radio
If you wanna ride (cool)
Just don't touch my radio
Don't look so surprised
You can trip if you want to
Don't front you know know you love it
Put it on the radio
Don't front you know know you love it
Put it on the radio
Don't be scared you can crank it bra
Just turn up the radio
Don't be shy you can shake it girl
Just turn up the radio
Hey Hey Hey Hey Hey Hey
Hey Hey Hey Hey
Whatever I like I
Put it on my radio
You can probably find
Something new on my radio
If you wanna ride (cool)
Just don't touch my radio
Don't look so surprised
You can trip if you want to
Don't front you know know you love it
Put it on the radio
Don't front you know know you love it
Put it on the radio
Don't be scared you can crank it bra
Just turn up the radio
Don't be shy you can shake it girl
Just turn up the radio
Whatever I like I
Put it on my radio
You can probably find
Something new on my radio
If you wanna ride (cool)
Just don't touch my radio
Don't look so surprised
You can trip if you want to
Don't front you know know you love it
Put it on the radio
Don't front you know know you love it
Put it on the radio
Don't be scared you can crank it bra
Just turn up the radio
Don't be shy you can shake it girl
Just turn up the radio
Hey Hey Hey Hey Hey
Cool
Hey
The song "Radio" by Musiq Soulchild is about the love for music and the joy it brings to life. The song begins with the artist praising himself for his fashion style and how he constantly gets attention from women. He refuses to disclose his favorite music, stating that he listens to whatever he likes and puts it on his radio. He encourages his listeners to experiment with different music and not be afraid to turn up the radio.
In the second verse, the artist mentions the different regions he has lived in, from Philadelphia to Atlanta, Georgia, and how he always finds himself producing a hit song irrespective of his location. As he talks about music with a woman, he encourages her to be open-minded about music and not to stick to just one genre. The chorus reiterates the message, that the radio offers something new and exciting for everyone, and no one should be ashamed to explore and indulge in their love for music.
Overall, the song is about the love for music and how it brings people together. It encourages people to listen to and enjoy different genres of music without any reservations.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey Hey Hey Hey Hey Cool
Musiq is greeting his audience and setting the tone for the song as being upbeat and cool.
Hey Everywhere I be I see shawties they lovin the
Way I rock my hat, fresh tie on a button up
Fresh dentals with a fresh vest or a sweater or
Fresh pair of fresher than cause
Everywhere I go they always want a picture
Whisperin in my ear is there anybody with ya
Want a autograph or they just tryin to get the
Answer to questions like
(what you listenin to?)
I tell her
Musiq is attracting a lot of attention and admirers due to his fashion and style, especially from women. People often approach him for autographs and ask what he's listening to on his radio.
Whatever I like I
Put it on my radio
You can probably find
Something new on my radio
If you wanna ride (cool)
Just don't touch my radio
Don't look so surprised
You can trip if you want to
Don't front you know know you love it
Put it on the radio
Don't front you know know you love it
Put it on the radio
Don't be scared you can crank it bra
Just turn up the radio
Don't be shy you can shake it girl
Just turn up the radio
Musiq loves to listen to a variety of music on his radio and encourages others to do the same. He warns others not to touch his radio, but to enjoy the ride and turn up the volume without fear or hesitation.
Ya I'm from the East Cost
Philly I was brought up
Now I'm in the Dirty South
ATL Georgia
I just left the studio
I think I gotta heater
Watch out for that 8O8
(It could brush it sweeter)
Shawty tryin to holla I
Told her I could meet her
We could do the resteraunt
We could do the theatre
Pulled up to her spot
Started talking bout some music
She said (you ain't from around here)
(What you think is hot)
I told her
Musiq describes his background, as he was brought up in Philadelphia but currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia. He mentions that he just left the studio and may have created a hit song. He warns about the booming bass of the 8O8 and then meets a woman who asks him what he thinks of the local music scene.
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMES SMITH, JOHN JACKSON, ALBERT JOHNSON, KEJUAN MUCHITA, RHASHIDI STAFFORD, HUE STROTHER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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LongLiveKadriyeBuyuk
I just find it so amazing that he is rapping and he didnt have to throw money in the air wear a gold chain or wear a gold chain, and the girl didn't have to take off her clothes or clap her ass.
HaitianMuslimah
He’s Muslim so he wouldn’t do that
Empress Dabney
I didn't know this song existed. I swear Musiq Soulchild is an amazing artist.
Theo dèLèon
I was feeling like crap today found this song and everything changed. Dude is super sick!
Vivianna Buchanan
Come on people, he made it for fun, soulful people have fun too you know lol. He made countless hits without trying to conform to society's expectations, do you really think he did this to try and "fit in"? I highly doubt that.
Patrice Meshack
I love this song this man is a true artist so what if he stepped out of the box
Tony Geesters
man any type of style he wants to rock he does it so well one talented brotha mad respect bro nice song by the way I was feeling it
Dione Jordan
This is one I have kept in rotation forever. Love my Musiq
Travis Preston
Still bumping this in 2019. My boy killed this!