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".
Get Ready
Pitbull Lyrics
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If you wanna good time
Let me hear you say, "Hey"
Everybody say, "Hey"
If you wanna good time
If you wanna good time
Let me hear you say, "Hey"
If you wanna good time
If you wanna good time
Let me hear you say, "Hey"
Everybody say, "Hey"
If you wanna good time
If you wanna good time
Get 'em up, get 'em up, get 'em up, get 'em up, get 'em up
Put your hands up
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Get ready to ride
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Get ready worldwide
Wildin' out, fill my cup to the tip
Ridin' out to Atlantic City
Hardrock, yeah we opened it
Five, four, three, two, one, for the win
Got 'em, that boy so solid
That's what happens when you come from the bottom
305 Paradise City
Where the girls got big ol' booties and so pretty
Now shake that thang (shake that, shake that)
Work that thang (work that, work that)
Drop that thang (drop that, drop that)
Put your hands up
Now say it
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Get ready to ride
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Get ready worldwide
Ilov305 on the strip
Go ahead girl, get loose, get lit
Go ahead girl, get it in, get it in
Five, four, three, two, one, for the win
Got 'em, that boy so solid
That's what happens when you come from the bottom
305 Paradise City
Where the girls got big ol' booties and so pretty
Now shake that thang (shake that, shake that)
Work that thang (work that, work that)
Drop that thang (drop that, drop that)
Put your hands up
Now say it
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Get ready to ride
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Get ready worldwide
Oh yeah, Blake, let's take 'em 'round the world
We toured Milan, bam-ba-lam
Miami, LA, New York, Dubai
Dubai, Japan, bam-ba-lam
ATL, Nashville, to the Chi'
Eastside, westside, bam-ba-lam
I tell the truth, even when I lie
Haha
The lyrics of Pitbull feat. Ray Lavender's song "Get in" is a party anthem that encourages people to have a good time by letting loose and enjoying the moment. The repeated line of "If you wanna good time, let me hear you say Hey," is a call to action that invites people to join in the celebration. The song also references different locations, such as Atlantic City, Miami, Dubai, and Chicago, indicating that the party vibe is universal and can be experienced anywhere in the world.
The first verse encourages people to get their hands up and enjoy the party. The lyrics "Wildin' out, fill my cup to the tip, Ridin' out to Atlantic City" suggest an atmosphere in which people are letting their hair down and not worrying about the consequences. The second verse mentions Iluv305, a Miami nightclub owned by Pitbull. The line "Go ahead girl, get loose, get lit" implies that the song is intended for a primarily female audience since it encourages women to let loose and dance.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Get ready, bam-ba-lam" several times, suggesting that the party vibe is intensifying, and people should get ready to have some fun. Overall, the song has a catchy beat and an energetic vibe, making it an excellent choice for parties, clubs, and other social gatherings.
Line by Line Meaning
If you wanna good time
Pitbull is asking if you want a good time
Let me hear you say, "Hey"
Pitbull wants everyone to say 'Hey' if they want a good time
Everybody say, "Hey"
Pitbull wants everyone to join in and say 'Hey' if they want a good time
Get 'em up, get 'em up, get 'em up, get 'em up, get 'em up
Pitbull wants everyone to put their hands up
Whoa, get ready, bam-ba-lam
Pitbull is hyping up the crowd to get ready for a fun time
Get ready to ride
Pitbull is encouraging everyone to get ready for a ride of their life
Wildin' out, fill my cup to the tip
Pitbull is having a wild time with drinks overflowing
Ridin' out to Atlantic City
Pitbull is heading to Atlantic City for a good time
Hardrock, yeah we opened it
Pitbull is celebrating that they opened the Hardrock hotel in Atlantic City
Five, four, three, two, one, for the win
Pitbull is counting down to the start of the party
Got 'em, that boy so solid
Pitbull is bragging about his solid reputation
305 Paradise City
Pitbull is talking about Miami, Florida and how it's a paradise
Where the girls got big ol' booties and so pretty
Pitbull is stating that Miami has attractive women
Now shake that thang (shake that, shake that)
Pitbull is instructing the ladies to dance and shake their bodies
Work that thang (work that, work that)
Pitbull is encouraging the ladies to work their bodies while dancing
Drop that thang (drop that, drop that)
Pitbull wants the ladies to drop their bodies while dancing
Ilov305 on the strip
Pitbull is talking about his club 'Ilov305' on the strip in Miami
Go ahead girl, get loose, get lit
Pitbull is telling the ladies to have fun and enjoy themselves
Five, four, three, two, one, for the win
Pitbull is counting down again for the start of the party
Oh yeah, Blake, let's take 'em 'round the world
Pitbull is referencing his friend Blake Shelton and suggesting they take their party around the world
We toured Milan, bam-ba-lam
Pitbull is saying they visited Milan and had a great time
Miami, LA, New York, Dubai
Pitbull is listing some places where they held parties
Dubai, Japan, bam-ba-lam
Pitbull is saying they partied in Dubai and Japan as well
ATL, Nashville, to the Chi'
Pitbull is listing some more places where they have had good times
Eastside, westside, bam-ba-lam
Pitbull is saying they had parties on both coasts of the USA
I tell the truth, even when I lie
Pitbull is making a joke that he always tells the truth, even when he's lying
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Armando Perez, Blake Shelton, Fernando Zulueta, Huddie Ledbetter, Jimmy Thornfeldt, Jorge Gomez, Jose Garcia, Xenia Ghali
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@rajatsahota24
Pitbull is gold.
He didn't gave up on his style of music and videos.
Still the same.
Loved it.❤
@jamewakk
Give*
@casejunkyzero867
To bad this is straight up stolen from Ram Jam
@yourdadsleftone7086
Been 10 years... and Pitbull is still making fire songs 🔥
@sandbeda200270530
You'll lose your shit when you hear Ram Jam - Black Betty
@gwjbvcaywbcy5972
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@RedLeo-pf9yo
He’s been doing it for 20 years.
@tennillej9601
I first heard him in 05
@dakarnazarviena574
AMEI A MUSICA COMO AINDA NÃO FEZ SUCESSO? ESCUTO PITBULL DESDE MEUS 14 ANOS
@paulellis1710
You know summer is here when Pit plays. You're the best man, keep playing them tunes!