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".
Drinks For You
Pitbull Lyrics
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With the J to the L (O o o)
Jenny let me talk to 'em
If you think its a joke, go head and laugh
Created my own lane, created my path
Graduated at high school just not with my class
I'm like Einstein, I created my math
So I took my letters and made 'em numbers right
Will you evaluate, Jennifer baby let's celebrate
I done had a long week
Now its time to celebrate
I done had a long week
Now its time to celebrate
This drink is for you
This drink is for you
This is for my singles ladies and single mothers
Raising babies working hard
I know the feeling, I used to live it
My mother worked two to three jobs
That's what this song is dedicated
To all the women out there motivated
Always finding ways to make ends meet
All my women out there innovative
You name the game, and they've played it
They've heard all the stories, so save it
All my women with power meet me at happy hour
Let's celebrate
I done had a long week
Now its time to celebrate
I done had a long week
Now its time to celebrate
I done had a long week
Now its time to celebrate
I done had a long week
Now its time to celebrate
This drink is for you
This drink is for you
I see you baby getting your hair done getting your nails tight
I see you baby trying on different outfits
Making sure they fit right
I see you baby getting ready for the night
Making sure you look right
I see you baby I see you baby
You cant stop the beat
La ra la la li
Get up on your feet, let's go
You cant stop the beat
La ra la la li
Get up on your feet, let's go
Go go go go go go go go
Talk to me
I done had a long week
Now its time to celebrate
I done had a long week
Now its time to celebrate
I done had a long week
Now its time to celebrate
I done had a long week
Now its time to celebrate
This drink is for you
This drink is for you
This drink is for you
This drink is for you
Everyday party
Everyday party
The opening lines of this song provide the introduction to Mr. Worldwide and Jennifer Lopez, who have come together to create a party anthem. Pitbull starts by saying that if anyone thinks that he is joking, they should go ahead and laugh. He then goes on to say that he has created his own lane and has graduated high school, but not with his class. He likens himself to Einstein and says that he has created his own math. He hated algebra but loved to multiply, so he took his letters and turned them into numbers. He then asks Jennifer Lopez to evaluate and celebrate with him.
The chorus of the song talks about how it's time to celebrate after a long week, and this drink is for all the strong, single women and mothers who have to work hard to raise their children. Pitbull dedicates the song to all women who are motivated, innovative, and always finding ways to make ends meet. He says that these women have played every game and heard every story, so they should just come and meet him at happy hour to celebrate.
The next section of the song talks about how Pitbull sees women getting ready for the night, making sure everything is perfect, and he encourages them to get up on their feet and dance. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus and the line, "everyday party."
Line by Line Meaning
If you think its a joke, go head and laugh
Don't take me for granted or view my struggle as a joke
Created my own lane, created my path
I pave my own success instead of following the routes of others
Graduated at high school just not with my class
I finished high school later than my peers due to my unique path
I'm like Einstein, I created my math
I am a genius of my own craft, having molded my skills to suit my goals
Hated algebra, but I loved to multiply
I disliked math in school but have found my own creative ways to make things multiply
So I took my letters and made 'em numbers right
I integrated my own way of thinking into the traditional formulas for success
Will you evaluate, Jennifer baby let's celebrate
Let's celebrate our success together after having overcome our own obstacles
This is for my singles ladies and single mothers
This song is dedicated to independent women who are working hard to raise their families on their own
Raising babies working hard
These women are putting in extra effort to provide for their families despite their circumstances
All my women out there innovative
Independent women are always finding new and creative ways to overcome obstacles
You name the game, and they've played it
These women have overcome diverse challenges throughout their lives
All my women with power meet me at happy hour
Let's share a drink and celebrate women's power and success
I see you baby getting your hair done getting your nails tight
I recognize that women take pride in their appearance and work hard to look and feel their best
You cant stop the beat
We are unstoppable in our pursuit of happiness and success
Everyday party
We should make the most of every day and find reasons to celebrate
This drink is for you
Let's celebrate together and raise a toast to our success
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ARMANDO CHRISTIAN PEREZ, DANIEL WOODIS, JENNIFER LOPEZ, MONICA RUSH, URALES VARGAS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@LatinaMami898
I love when J.LO and Pitbull collab on a song together...they always make hits!!! I love them :)
@Lucallaride
Pitbull sin duda alguna es un maestro en este genero y jenny muy buena artista :)
@ankitpant439
Love this song
@JayJosh89
Absolutely love this! Background music for Christmas parties just as the dance vibe starts to come in!
@nickt.8507
I love this song!definetely deserved a music video!
@KLEBERKAIAU
Demais as músicas!
@annieharville9293
i love pitbull! and i love this song. Thank you for honoring the hard working women of the world.
@gardenofnightmare
best album - it has diffrent melodies and all are awesome,some remind me of older songs of pitbull <3
@bielbernardino2325
I Love when the two are together 😍
@jassemalsuwaidi7559
In love with this song