Nelly has been equally active as a businessman; among other ventures, in 2003 he released his own energy drink called "Pimp Juice," and in 2004 he became a minority owner of the NBA's Charlotte Bobcats basketball team. He is also the CEO of Derrty Entertainment, his own company formed in 2003. Nelly has two clothing lines: Vokal (for men) and Apple Bottoms (for women).
E.I
Nelly Lyrics
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Uh, wait a minute now
Uh-oh
Uh, uh
Can y'all hear me out there? (Lunatics)
Uh, uh, is y'all ready? (Up above) let me year you, uh
Uh-oh
Fendi capri pants and Parasucos (alright)
The rise of Diddy and City, with one or two throws
I'm dropping 'em outta high school, straight into the pros
Who knows? I know and I love it when you make your knees touch your elbows
And break it down low to the floor, and there you go
Now throw it on me slow
And every time I bust a rhyme, baby, "Gimme Some More" (oh)
You say you like that when I hit it from behind
And I'll be right back, yeah, that's my very next line
I use it time after time when I'm speaking my mind
It's no matter if I'm shooting game to a pigeon or dime
I ask you, "who that is, talking that shit about the 'Tics?"
Somebody probably jealous 'cause they bitch got hit
But ain't nobody else dropping shit like this
Should we apologize? Nah, fuck 'em, just leave 'em pissed, hey
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
What's poppin' tonight?
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
If the head right, Nelly there every night
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
What's poppin' tonight?
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
If the head right, Nelly there every night
We can gamble to the break of dawn, nigga
Money long, nigga
Pass up the skirt to talk to the thong, nigga
Some say I'm wrong, but fuck it I'm grown, nigga
And if you ain't 'bout money then best be gone, nigga
I'm flashy (uh) double takes when you walk past me
Nasty, don't be scared boo, go ahead and ask me
I drive fastly, call me Jeff Gordon
In a black SS with the navigation
See the joint blaze on, something smells amazing
I got a chick rolling up half black and Asian
Another one paging, telling me to come over
Her husband on vacation and left her home alone
I used the V-12 powers, weight loss powers
From Phat Farm to Iceberg Slim in one shower
Get a room in Trump Towers just to hit for three hours
Kick the bitch up out the room 'cause she used the word "ours," ayy
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
What's poppin' tonight?
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
If the head right, Nelly there every night
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
What's poppin' tonight?
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
If the head right, Nelly there every night
Ayo, I smash-mouth a whole ounce of that sticky
Watch my hands under a gold spout when feeling icky
Let go off in a hoe's mouth, I ain't picky
Start fronting when the show's out, what you mean?
Twenty inches when they roll out, come and get me
Big faces when they fold out, is you with me?
Don't make me pull that 4-4 out
I keep a close eye when the dough out
And then I slide off in an Esclade
Me and Ky' been solid like the Ice Capades
For me and he Frosty, Roger the Rabbit and Bugsy
You understand me? Wrapped wrist like mummies
If you compare me to your local grocery
Then you'll see I got more carats than Aldi
More bread than aisle G, you can bag and scan me
Sure like Al B., meet the 'Tics in Maui, hey
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
What's poppin' tonight?
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
If the head right, Nelly there every night
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
What's poppin' tonight?
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
If the head right, Nelly there every night
St. Louis y'all, uh, uh (uh-oh)
Uh, can you feel it?
Lunatics, y'all, uh, uh (uh-oh)
Uh, uh, up a-, up above, y'all, uh, uh (uh-oh)
Uh, uh, uh, Universal, y'all, uh, uh (uh-oh)
Uh, uh, chillin', chillin', chillin' with the culture
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh (uh, uh, uh)
What's poppin' tonight? (J.E., y'all, uh, uh)
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
If the head right, Nelly there every night (uh)
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh (Nelly, uh, uh)
What's poppin' tonight? (Uh)
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
If the head right, Nelly there every night
I'm from M-I (ándale, ándale, mami)
Crooked letter, crooked letter (E.I., E.I., uh-oh)
O-U-R-I, no one can do it better (what's poppin' tonight?)
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
If the head right, Nelly there every night
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
What's poppin' tonight?
In "E.I." by Nelly, the rapper talks about his love for women with cornrows, manicured toes, Fendi capri pants, and Parasuco clothing. He also mentions his love for hip-hop icons Diddy and City, as well as his passion for music. Nelly claims to be dropping high school to go straight into the pros, possibly referring to his music career, and brags about his sexual prowess. He mentions hitting it from behind and his use of the phrase "Gimme Some More". Nelly also boasts about his cars, his money, and his influence.
This song was a huge hit, with a unique sound that combined Southern rap with pop and R&B influences. It was released in 2000 as the third single from Nelly's debut album "Country Grammar" and peaked at number 16 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The song's catchy chorus and Nelly's smooth delivery made it an instant classic.
The song's production was handled by The Neptunes, who were known for their distinctive sound blending funk, hip-hop, and pop music. The Neptunes created a bouncy, vibrant beat that perfectly matched Nelly's rhymes. The song's chorus samples the refrain from the early 2000s hit "EI EI O" by The Nursery Rhymes.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm a sucker for cornrows and manicured toes
I am attracted to a specific hairstyle and well-groomed feet
Fendi capri pants and Parasucos
I appreciate fashion brands and designer clothing
The rise of Diddy and City, with one or two throws
The success of artists like Diddy and City is impressive, achieved with minimal effort
I'm dropping 'em outta high school, straight into the pros
I am so talented that I can excel in my profession without completing my education
Who knows? I know and I love it when you make your knees touch your elbows
I am aware of my preferences and find it attractive when someone is flexible
And break it down low to the floor, and there you go
Perform a dance move, dropping down to the ground
Now throw it on me slow
Execute the movement slowly
And every time I bust a rhyme, baby, 'Gimme Some More'
Every time I rap a verse, it captivates and entertains you
You say you like that when I hit it from behind
You express a preference for a certain sexual position
And I'll be right back, yeah, that's my very next line
After a quick break, I will continue with my performance or conversation
I use it time after time when I'm speaking my mind
I rely on this phrase repeatedly to express myself honestly
It's no matter if I'm shooting game to a pigeon or dime
It doesn't matter if I'm flirting with an average girl or an attractive one
I ask you, 'who that is, talking that shit about the 'Tics?'
I inquire about the identity of someone spreading negative rumors about my group, the 'Tics
Somebody probably jealous 'cause they bitch got hit
They are most likely envious because their partner was involved with me
But ain't nobody else dropping shit like this
No one else is releasing music as incredible as mine
Should we apologize? Nah, fuck 'em, just leave 'em pissed, hey
Apologizing is unnecessary; we should ignore them and let them remain angry
Ándale, ándale, mami, E.I., E.I., uh-oh
Come on, come on, baby, E.I., E.I., something unexpected is happening
What's poppin' tonight?
What is happening or exciting tonight?
If the head right, Nelly there every night
If the oral pleasure is satisfying, I will be present every night
We can gamble to the break of dawn, nigga
We can continue gambling until sunrise, my friend
Money long, nigga
I possess a significant amount of wealth
Pass up the skirt to talk to the thong, nigga
I disregard the outer garments to engage in intimate conversation
Some say I'm wrong, but fuck it I'm grown, nigga
Although people criticize my choices, I ignore them because I am an adult
And if you ain't 'bout money then best be gone, nigga
If you don't prioritize financial matters, you better leave
I'm flashy, double takes when you walk past me
I am noticeable and attract attention when you walk by
Nasty, don't be scared boo, go ahead and ask me
I have a promiscuous reputation, but don't hesitate to inquire
I drive fastly, call me Jeff Gordon
I drive at high speeds, similar to the professional race car driver Jeff Gordon
In a black SS with the navigation
I own a black Super Sport vehicle equipped with GPS
See the joint blaze on, something smells amazing
Observing a lit marijuana cigarette and enjoying its pleasant aroma
I got a chick rolling up half black and Asian
I have a woman, who is of mixed black and Asian ethnicity, rolling a joint for me
Another one paging, telling me to come over
Receiving a message from another person, inviting me to their location
Her husband on vacation and left her home alone
Her spouse is currently away, allowing her to be alone
I used the V-12 powers, weight loss powers
Referring to the high-performance V-12 engine and the ability to lose weight quickly
From Phat Farm to Iceberg Slim in one shower
Transitioning from wearing stylish clothing to a more seductive look
Get a room in Trump Towers just to hit for three hours
Renting a room in a luxurious hotel to engage in sexual activity for an extended period
Kick the bitch up out the room 'cause she used the word 'ours,' ayy
I forcefully remove the woman from the venue because she mentioned a shared ownership
Ayo, I smash-mouth a whole ounce of that sticky
I consume a large quantity of marijuana
Watch my hands under a gold spout when feeling icky
Look at my hands cleaning under a fancy faucet when I feel uncomfortable
Let go off in a hoe's mouth, I ain't picky
Ejaculating in a promiscuous woman's mouth, being open-minded
Start fronting when the show's out, what you mean?
Begin to act differently when the performance or event is over, expressing confusion about the change
Twenty inches when they roll out, come and get me
Referring to the size of custom car rims, inviting others to approach
Big faces when they fold out, is you with me?
Large denominations of money when unfolded, asking if someone is ready to join me
Don't make me pull that 4-4 out
Don't force me to draw my .44 caliber gun
I keep a close eye when the dough out
I remain vigilant and cautious when significant amounts of money are involved
And then I slide off in an Esclade
I proceed to leave in a Cadillac Escalade
Me and Ky' been solid like the Ice Capades
My friend Ky' and I have a strong and enduring bond
For me and he Frosty, Roger the Rabbit and Bugsy
Drawing parallels between me, my friends, and fictional characters
You understand me? Wrapped wrist like mummies
Do you comprehend? Wearing expensive bracelets that resemble a mummy's bandages
If you compare me to your local grocery
If you were to liken me to a nearby store
Then you'll see I got more carats than Aldi
You would realize that I possess more diamond carats than a discount supermarket chain
More bread than aisle G, you can bag and scan me
More money than a specific grocery store aisle, you can handle and process me
Sure like Al B., meet the 'Tics in Maui, hey
Just like the singer Al B. Sure, you will encounter me and the 'Tics group in Maui
St. Louis y'all, uh, uh
Representing the city of St. Louis
Can you feel it?
Do you sense the energy or vibe?
Lunatics, y'all, uh, uh
Referring to the Lunatics music group
Up above, y'all, uh, uh
Acknowledging a higher power or authority
Universal, y'all, uh, uh
Addressing a broader audience or appeal
Chillin', chillin', chillin' with the culture
Relaxing and enjoying the company of the hip-hop culture
If the head right, Nelly there every night
If the quality of intimate pleasure is satisfactory, I will be present every night
I'm from M-I
I am from the state of Missouri
Crooked letter, crooked letter
Referring to the unique spelling of the state's name (Mississippi)
O-U-R-I, no one can do it better
Spelling out 'Missouri' and asserting that no one can outperform us
What's poppin' tonight?
What is happening or exciting tonight?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Cornell Haynes, Jason Epperson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kalenwillingham
2024?? Still bangin this!
@alexpiper2191
Yes sir
@user-mc6vk9lb4i
I'm here ❤2024
@kcskhier6270
Oh yeah 😁😄❤
@kenyattatucker1279
2024 E.I.
@arianadaniela9329
Yoooooo
@TheLovliestTear
This was and STILL is my damn song! Shot out to everybody that was in high school between 1999-2004!
@roymalone5179
I was 15 when it came out
@renanelson8727
Nelly was one of kind in his day. And I bet still could be
@togonumber
are you in Canada ?