His first recorded performance was on Lil Jon & the East Side Boyz album Kings of Crunk in 2002, after which he released his debut album, M.I.A.M.I., in 2004. He has since released 2006's El Mariel, 2007's The Boatlift and 2009's Rebelution, which debuted at #8 on the Billboard 200.
Pitbull's breakout hit was the Lil Jon collabo "Culo" produced by Lil Jon & The Diaz Brothers. In addition, Pitbull has also released several mixtapes, the most recent being Unleashed Volume 6, which are mostly composed of freestyles and remixes of popular rap music. Both thematically and musically, the 25-year-old is seen as a modern-day equivalent of earlier Miami rappers such as the 2 Live Crew and Afro-Rican. It was in fact former 2 Live Crew leader Luther Campbell who gave the up and coming rapper his first chance to shine. Apart from Crunk, his album shows clear influences from both Miami bass and freestyle. In addition to his musical work, Pitbull has also been featured in The Source expressing his stance on freedom fighter revolutionary leader Fidel Castro and he was also part of their Unsigned Hype Section. He contributed to an essay published in the New York Post that criticized freedom fighter revolutionary Che Guevara's iconization in clothing and other areas. In video games, Pitbull's hit single "Dammit Man" produced by Jim Jonsin is featured in Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition, and he also plays himself in the upcoming video game based on the 1980's Scarface. His super hit "Toma" is featured in WWE Day of Reckoning 2. Also, an album cut, "Back Up" produced by The Diaz Brothers, is featured on the EA game Fight Night: Round 2. In late 2005 he re-released "M.I.A.M.I." as a separate charting entry, whilst his "Welcome to the 305" mixtape was released. In January 2006 he guest-starred in UPN's South Beach. Also in 2006 he recorded "Nuestro Himno" in collaboration with Wyclef Jean, Carlos Ponce, and Olga Tañón.
The first single from El Mariel has been released, entitled "Bojangles". The album, slated for an October 31st release, will feature guest artists Lil Jon, Ken-Y of Rakim y Ken-Y, Rick Ross, Bun B and the Ying Yang Twins. El Mariel will lead up to Pitbull's 2007 release of an all-Spanish album entitled "Armando", which will have an Afro-Cuban feel[1]
The cover of Pitbull's 2005 album Money Is Still A Major Issue.Pitbull has a global music publishing deal with BMG Music Publishing.
Pitbull has contributed much to the Reggaeton music movement. He has worked alongside Zion Y Lennox in the song "Jump & Spread Out" featuring Miri Ben-Ari. He also participated in Daddy Yankee's "Gasolina" remix featuring N.O.R.E.. He was also featured in Yaga & Mackie Rank's "Muevete" hot Reggaeton single, and Elephant Man's "Rah Rah Medley" Remix. He appeared in Don Omar's pobre diabla remix and otra noche remix.
Pitbull is also known to appear in various remixes like an alternative remix to Salt Shaker by the Ying Yang Twins, Here We Go by Dirtbag & Timbaland, Promiscuous by Nelly Furtado & Timbaland , and Lovers and Friends by Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz featuring Usher & Ludacris by adding his own verses to the songs. In October 2006, Pitbull hosted a mixtape which featured him in remixes, side by side today's hottest rappers. The Mixtape was created by Blend DJ, DJ ACV. The two worked together in 2005, aswell. The mixtape has since been avaliable for download on the dj's website djknowskillz.com
In 2007 Pitbull and Stevie B. collaborated to do a remake of his dance hit "Spring Love" which is now titled as "Spring Love 2007".
Can't Stop Me Now
Pitbull Lyrics
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Money got ya tongue tied
Its a slow ride
Up 'til your going down
Funny how your friends lie
Its a landslide
When
You
The crown
Give it to me!
Tell people that you sing on the radio
Same people you don't see on the radio (can't stop me now)
Tell people that you sing on the radio
Same people you don't see on the radio (can't stop me now)
They Said I couldn't do it but I did it
Fought T-B-T beat the most attention.
Met with all labels they ain't get it.
Now I'm taken over
Fuck who with it.
Time ta get filthy rich
Try ta stay not guilty bitch
They said they used ta handle bricks
I believe them when they projects are brick
All they rap about is crack n coke
Knowing they ain't never dealt crack or coke
Yea its a joke
But thanks 'cause I'm laughing all the way to the bank
Ha ha
[Chorus]
Tell people that you sing on the radio
Same people you don't see on the radio (can't stop me now)
Tell people that you sing on the radio
Same people you don't see on the radio (can't stop me now)
It's not how you fall
It's how you get back up, dog
Struggle, hustle, fight, hard
That's all I know is right, dog
Blood of a king
Heart of a lion
(Heart of a lion)
They some wrinkled pussy boys
Somene please pass me the iron (please)
Death before dishonor
That means for years I've been dying
Stop your bloodclots crying
I'm here to save Private Ryan
[Chorus]
Tell people that you sing on the radio
Same people you don't see on the radio (can't stop me now)
Tell people that you sing on the radio
Same people you don't see on the radio (can't stop me now)
Tell people that you sing on the radio
Same people you don't see on the radio
Tell people that you sing on the radio
Same people you don't see on the radio
Give it to me
Cant stop me now
Cant stop me now
Cant stop me now
Cant stop me now
In "Can't Stop Me," Pitbull explores the theme of success and perseverance. The song is about rising to the top despite the naysayers and haters. The chorus talks about the power of money and how it can change people's loyalties. The money might be a slow ride, but once you're on top, it's a landslide. The song is filled with bravado and confidence, with Pitbull rapping about how he beat the odds and shot to the top, leaving his doubters in the dust.
The verses convey the message that nothing can stop Pitbull from achieving his goals. He brags about his accomplishments and how he overcame all obstacles. He mentions struggling to get attention, meeting with labels that didn't understand him, and fighting against T-B-T, a reference to a Miami hip-hop radio personality, who may have been against him. Pitbull scoffs at those who only rap about drugs and violence, implying that he's above that kind of content. He compares himself to a lion and the others to "wrinkled pussy boys." The lines "Death before dishonor/ That means for years I've been dying" indicate that he's willing to put everything on the line for his craft.
Overall, "Can't Stop Me" is an anthem of self-motivation, hard work, and triumph over adversity. It's a statement of Pitbull's confidence, and an acknowledgement that it was his hard work and skills that got him where he is today.
Line by Line Meaning
Money got ya tongue tied
Money has made you speechless
Its a slow ride
Success is a gradual process
Up 'til your going down
Even when you're at the top, you're still heading towards a downfall
Funny how your friends lie
It's ironic how even your friends can deceive you
Its a landslide
Once you achieve success, it comes crashing down like a landslide
When
You
Wear
The crown
When you're at the top, people start resenting you
Give it to me!
I want to take control
They Said I couldn't do it but I did it
People doubted me, but I proved them wrong
Fought T-B-T beat the most attention.
I had to work harder than others, but I got more attention
Met with all labels they ain't get it.
Record label executives didn't understand my music
Now I'm taken over
I'm now in charge and dominating the game
Fuck who with it.
I don't care who agrees with me or not
Time ta get filthy rich
It's time to amass a huge amount of wealth
Try ta stay not guilty bitch
I'm trying to avoid getting caught in criminal activities
They said they used ta handle bricks
They claimed to have dealt with drugs in the past
I believe them when they projects are brick
I think they're lying, based on the quality of their music
All they rap about is crack n coke
Their music solely focuses on drugs and illegal activities
Knowing they ain't never dealt crack or coke
I believe they have no experience in drugs or criminal activities
Yea its a joke
It's ridiculous and laughable
But thanks 'cause I'm laughing all the way to the bank
I'm profiting from their fake music
It's not how you fall
What matters is how you get back up from a failure
It's how you get back up, dog
You need to pick yourself up and keep going
Struggle, hustle, fight, hard
You need to work hard and persist through hardships
That's all I know is right, dog
My principles are all about hard work and perseverance
Blood of a king
I have the qualities of a leader
Heart of a lion
I have the courage and determination of a lion
(Heart of a lion)
Reiterating that I possess the heart of a lion
They some wrinkled pussy boys
They're weak and not worth my time
Somene please pass me the iron (please)
Pass me the iron to iron out the wrinkles in their clothes
Death before dishonor
I'd rather die than be dishonorable
That means for years I've been dying
I've been pushing myself hard towards success for years
Stop your bloodclots crying
Stop complaining and start taking action
I'm here to save Private Ryan
I'm here to help and support those who need it, like in the movie 'Saving Private Ryan'
Cant stop me now
No one can stop me from achieving my goals
Cant stop me now
Reiterating that I am unstoppable
Cant stop me now
Continuing to assert my unbreakable resolve
Cant stop me now
Ending with a strong and confident message
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ARMANDO CHRISTIAN PEREZ, LIZ RODRIGUES, KHALIL ABDUL-RAHMAN, ERIK ALBERT GEORGE ALCOCK, PRANAM INJETI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@pitslow
Legendary song 🔥🎸
Pitbull 👑❤️🔥
@FataMorganaZH
Pitbull - Can't Stop Me Now (feat. The New Royales) Great!!! Amazing performance!!!
@daniela.vega.
NOSTALGIA
9 years❤️😭 still lovin' this song
@gnquijada
HOW DID I NEVER HEAR THIS SONG?! Pit's the man, radio's slacking in CA.
@SkullkraneEntertainment
This song is awesome!! From one of Pitbull's best albums right here.
@sweetxheart18x
song + pitbull = success u can never go wrong, adding pitbull makes everything sound catchy.
@talialynn0
still obsessed with this song
@28julay
That's what I call Urban Rock!!!!! great mix between Rock and Urban Music!!!!!!! good job Pitbull Keep going on!!!!!!!!!! arriba!!!!!!
@LeninsBoyToy44
this is amazing.......the girls voice is soooo awesome
@miami7665
2024? 😮