Michael Tyler went to Cohen High School in New Orleans. Later he would go on to be in the Army and serve as a Meal, Ready-to-Eat supply clerk assigned to a stateside support unit.
His debut album was Mystikal, released on the indie label Big Boy Records in 1995. He signed to Jive Records to release Mind of Mystikal in 1996. The album sold well, and he signed to Master P's No Limit Records for Unpredictable in 1997. The album sold well, and garnered him critical praise, though his real breakthrough was Let's Get Ready released in 2000, led by The Neptunes-produced hit "Shake Ya Ass," and the only slightly-less-successful single "Danger (Been So Long)," which featured rising pop star Nivea. It debuted at Number One on the Billboard 200, making it his only chart-topper to date.
One of his most recent releases was the 2001 album Tarantula, which contained the single, "Bouncin' Back (Bumpin' Me Against The Wall)". Though it presented Mystikal's typical and unique flow style, the song also saw a blending of jazz and swing elements with hip-hop. He was also featured on "Move Bitch" by Ludacris.
On January 16, 2004 Mystikal was sentenced to six years in prison after pleading guilty to forcing his hairstylist to perform sex acts. He also admitted to extortion. The rapper and two bodyguards forced the woman to perform oral sex after they accused her of stealing $80,000 in checks. Mystikal initinally denied the assault, but confessed after a videotape of the crime was found at his home. Bodyguards Leland "Pokie" Ellis and Vercy "V" Carter also pled guilty to sexual battery. Mystikal's 2006 parole hearing led to a denial of parole, specifically "1002186 SEXUAL BATTERY OF INFIRM" and "702127 EXTORTION."
He is currently incarcerated at the Elayn Hunt Correctional Center, which is just outside of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. His D.O.C. number is 00469659.
In August 2005, while incarcerated on the state sexual battery and extortion charges, Mystikal was charged federally with two misdemeanor counts of failing to file tax returns for 1998 and 1999. On January 12, 2006, he was convicted in federal court of the tax offenses, but was allowed to serve the one year federal sentence concurrent with his six year state sentence.
Mystikal was incarcerated at Louisiana's Elayn Hunt Correctional Center. On January 19, 2006, Mystikal was denied parole at a parole board hearing.
On January 11, 2007, Mystikal was released from custody on the federal misdemeanor tax convictions (as his one-year sentence had expired), but he remains in custody on the 6-year sentence for the Louisiana state felony convictions.
Alright
Mystikal Lyrics
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I see uhh, y'all don't understand, huh
(Alright)
But, let me see if I can, uhh
(Who)
Make it a lil mo clearer for y'all
Can't walk on water or jump over buildings or nothing
So pay attention to what I put on the chalkboard
I'm the start of the concrete, the lyrical lawnmower
You can say this the house I built, off'a shit bitch fuck dat filt
Non filt ba'dat-tat-tat, boom boom boom
Your Louisiana number one Zorro of the two boom
Get caught, roll through, hold back, come short, go gold, fall off, fuck dat
I told ya I was coming back harder and I meant that shit
Yeah, I mad a couple million dollars last year but I spent that bitch
Like Martin Luther king ya'll project jealous and ya want me killed
Like the white man from town, got me on the scope
But I won't stand still, 'cause I put the haaa-o in da hot sauce
And the jaguar with the top off, see I started it
Who, who, who, who, who, who
Mystikal
Alright, alright, alright, alright, alright, alright
See I started it
Who, who, who, who, who, who
Big Trunk
Alright, alright, alright, alright, alright, alright
Jive Records
And I do not like to promote violence
Or diss other artists or nothin'
But I'm faithful to gumbo and it's killed to be killed
The game, jack knife, cutthroat, let it rip
Don't hold back shit, nigga say what ya feel, Fa eva
It's graphic and explicit, but I be rappin' up in dis bitch
That's how I do it when I kick it and who-eva it is that complain
Only reason you got somethin' to say if I'm late
'Cause I'm the only reason you came
This is for the grown folks and if you don't like what I'm doin'
You can suck my daddy long stroke
Been crunk, been trunk tight
Those was the school days, Gamma Phi Kappa Si
If ya stumble, they don't see ya nigga, play it off
But if they disrespect you, front ya, take they head off
So this is what it's come to, don't give a fuck
Nigga what, nigga who
Who, who, who, who, who, who
Mystikal
Alright, alright, alright, alright, alright, alright
See I started it
Who, who, who, who, who, who
Big Trunk
Alright, alright, alright, alright, alright, alright
Jive Records
I thought I heard you talkin' shit
And you ain't got nothin' out
So nigga fuck where you come from
Nigga fuck what you talkin' 'bout
Heads rolled, less bread, I'm talkin' my way
Some'o bitch ass nigga with somethin' to say
I'll think ya'll know how serious I be
And how real I be getting' when I be up in here kickin' dis shit
I guess I'mma have to show you, take a picture, no sympathy
See my face and remember me
Who, who, who, who, who, who
Mystikal
Alright, alright, alright, alright, alright, alright
See I started it
Who, who, who, who, who, who
Big Trunk
Alright, alright, alright, alright, alright, alright
Jive Records
Who, who, who, who, who, who
Mystikal
Alright, alright, alright, alright, alright, alright
See I started it
Who, who, who, who, who, who
Big Trunk
Alright, alright, alright, alright, alright, alright
Jive Records
In Mystikal's song "Alright," the rapper starts off by acknowledging the audience's confusion towards his style and message. He then goes on to assert his dominance in the game by claiming to have been the first to pave the way for rappers to come. He asserts his lyrical prowess, referring to himself as the "lyrical lawnmower" and the "Louisiana number one Zorro of the two boom." Mystikal is unapologetically himself in this song, unafraid to use graphic and explicit language to make his point. He also puts his detractors on notice, stating that they can say what they want about him, but he won't be silenced. The song ends with a declaration of his power and importance in the rap game.
Line by Line Meaning
(Who, alright, who, uh, alright, who)
Mystikal is introducing himself and his song with a call and response, challenging listeners to follow along as he lays down some insights about his career.
I see uhh, y'all don't understand, huh
Mystikal is acknowledging that his career might be a little hard for some people to follow, but he's going to do his best to explain things in a way that everyone can get it.
(Alright)
This is the chorus of the song, which is a celebration of Mystikal's success and a declaration that he's going to keep pushing himself to do even better.
But, let me see if I can, uhh
Mystikal is modestly suggesting that he might be able to shed a little light on his amazing career, even though it might be hard for some people to understand.
(Who)
This is another call and response, reminding listeners that they should be paying attention to what Mystikal has to say.
Can't walk on water or jump over buildings or nothing
Mystikal is admitting that he's not capable of doing superhuman things like superheroes, but he's still managed to achieve great things in his career.
But I was the first to get ya hurt and get the fuck out rapper
Mystikal is boasting that he was one of the first rappers to really bring an aggressive, foul-mouthed attitude to his music, paving the way for other artists with similar styles.
So pay attention to what I put on the chalkboard
Mystikal is telling listeners to take note of the lessons he's about to impart, as if he's a teacher writing on a chalkboard in a classroom.
I'm the start of the concrete, the lyrical lawnmower
Mystikal is saying that he's like a machine, grinding down other rappers with his hard-edged, aggressive style, which paved the way for many others to follow.
You can say this the house I built, off'a shit bitch fuck dat filt
Mystikal is again boasting about his achievements, suggesting that he built an entire genre of rap music based on his own hard work and dedication.
Non filt ba'dat-tat-tat, boom boom boom
This is just a playful nonsense phrase, emphasizing the rhythmic qualities of Mystikal's music.
Your Louisiana number one Zorro of the two boom
Mystikal is calling himself the superhero of Louisiana rap, with lightning-fast moves and a commanding presence on stage.
Get caught, roll through, hold back, come short, go gold, fall off, fuck dat
Mystikal is describing the ups and downs of his career, acknowledging that sometimes he might stumble or fall, but he's always going to keep pushing himself to do better.
I told ya I was coming back harder and I meant that shit
Mystikal is promising that he has even more ambitious goals for his career, and he's going to keep working tirelessly to achieve them.
Yeah, I mad a couple million dollars last year but I spent that bitch
Mystikal is acknowledging that he's made a lot of money from his music, but he's also spent a lot of it, suggesting that he's willing to take risks and live his life to the fullest.
Like Martin Luther king ya'll project jealous and ya want me killed
Mystikal is comparing himself to Martin Luther King, suggesting that he's a target of the same kind of jealousy and hatred that drove King to his tragic end.
Like the white man from town, got me on the scope
Mystikal is again referencing the idea that he's a target of persecution and oppression, with powerful forces working against him and trying to bring him down.
But I won't stand still, 'cause I put the haaa-o in da hot sauce
Mystikal is saying that he's not the type of person to sit around and take abuse from his enemies - instead, he's going to fight back, bringing even more spice and flavor to his music as he does so.
And the jaguar with the top off, see I started it
Mystikal is referencing his flashy and expensive car, suggesting that he's one of the first rappers to really embrace the extravagant lifestyle that has become so common in hip hop culture.
This is for the grown folks and if you don't like what I'm doin'
Mystikal is acknowledging that his music might not be suitable for everyone, but he's not going to change who he is or what he does just to please others.
You can suck my daddy long stroke
This is a crude and vulgar way of telling people who don't like his music to go away and mind their own business.
Been crunk, been trunk tight
Mystikal is saying that he's been living the high life of a successful rapper for a long time now, and he's not about to give it up any time soon.
Those was the school days, Gamma Phi Kappa Si
Mystikal is referencing his college days, saying that he was a member of a fraternity and nostalgic for his younger, less successful days.
If ya stumble, they don't see ya nigga, play it off
Mystikal is saying that in the rap game, you have to be able to brush off your mistakes and keep going, even if people are watching and waiting for you to fail.
But if they disrespect you, front ya, take they head off
Mystikal is saying that while he's willing to forgive small mistakes or accidents, he's not going to tolerate any serious disrespect or animosity.
So this is what it's come to, don't give a fuck
Mystikal is saying that he's not going to play nice anymore - if people are going to attack him or try to bring him down, he's going to fight back with everything he's got.
Nigga what, nigga who
This is a challenge to anyone who thinks they can mess with Mystikal - he doesn't care who you are or what you've done, he's not going to back down.
I thought I heard you talkin' shit
Mystikal is saying that he's heard rumors or criticisms about him, but he's not going to let them get to him.
And you ain't got nothin' out
Mystikal is saying that his critics have no basis for their attacks - they're just being petty and jealous for no reason.
So nigga fuck where you come from
Mystikal is saying that he doesn't care where his critics are from or what their background is - if they're attacking him, he's going to hit back, plain and simple.
Nigga fuck what you talkin' 'bout
This is another vulgar and dismissive way of saying that Mystikal is not going to listen to the complaints or criticisms of his detractors.
Heads rolled, less bread, I'm talkin' my way
Mystikal is saying that even though he's faced a lot of setbacks and losses in his career, he's still going to keep speaking his mind and making his music the way he wants to.
Some'o bitch ass nigga with somethin' to say
Mystikal is calling out his critics as cowardly and petty, hiding behind their keyboards or other people's words instead of truly speaking their minds.
I'll think ya'll know how serious I be
Mystikal is saying that he's not messing around when it comes to his music and his career, and people should take him seriously when he makes statements like this.
And how real I be getting' when I be up in here kickin' dis shit
Mystikal is saying that when he's rapping, he's not just putting on an act or playing up for the cameras - he's really into his music and gives it his all every time he performs.
I guess I'mma have to show you, take a picture, no sympathy
Mystikal is saying that he's not going to apologize for what he's about to do - he's going to take on his critics and prove his skills, without any mercy or sympathy for those who can't keep up.
See my face and remember me
Mystikal is saying that he's not going to let his critics forget him or his music - he's going to keep pushing himself to the top, no matter what it takes.
(Who, who, who, who, who, who)
Mystikal
Alright, alright, alright, alright, alright, alright
See I started it
This is the last repeat of the chorus and the outro to the song, summarizing Mystikal's career and reminding listeners that he's the one who started it all.
Who, who, who, who, who, who
Big Trunk
Alright, alright, alright, alright, alright, alright
Jive Records
These final lines of the song acknowledge some of the other people and organizations who played a role in Mystikal's success, including his label and the people who helped him record and distribute his music.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing, Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DANA STINSON, REGGIE NOBLE, RAYMOND GRANT, RICHARD GRANT, CLIFFORD SMITH, MICHAEL L. PKA MYSTIKAL TYLER
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