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".
Not My Love
Pitbull Lyrics
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Mr. Vain, Rush
You took my love, I thought I was the only one
You took my love, it feels like you did it for fun
You took my love, but my heart keeps telling me you're the one
You took my love, took my love
You want my heart, you got to work
And show me that you'd ride it there for me
I can see right through your eyes, and I know what you tryin' to do
You tryin' to rob, steal, take my love, well fuck you
Take my love, ha ha, not a woman on earth that can do that
Say what, I don't know where you from, or where you been at
I'm letting you know what's up, and if you don't play by the rules
Oh baby, you get cut, I talked so much, you took my love
You took my love, I thought I was the only one
You took my love, it feels like you did it for fun
You took my love, but my heart keeps telling me you're the one
You took my love, took my love
Yaoh, I'm in the club, and the place is poppin'
Sip-sippin' bub and the bass is knockin'
Times are great, 'cause I'm with my crew
But my smile is fake, 'cause I'm missing you
Baby you know that I didn't learn my lesson
Shoulda gave you more time, more love and affection
And when I see you later with that other guy
Keep telling myself a player ain't suppose to cry
You took my love, I thought I was the only one
You took my love, it feels like you did it for fun
You took my love, but my heart keeps telling me you're the one
You took my love, took my love
She took my love, and played me for a sucker
But it don't even matter, 'cause you know I still love her
She took my heart, and threw it on the ground
But it don't even matter, 'cause I still want her around
She's such a love taker, she's such a love taker
It's guaranteed that she's a professional heart breaker
But a great love maker, all in a sheet
She made my heart skip a beat
But for now she's as cold as they come
Not mags, no life and no guns
She took my love
You took my love, I thought I was the only one
You took my love, it feels like you did it for fun
You took my love, but my heart keeps telling me you're the one
You took my love, took my love
Love
Love
Love
Love
Love
Love
Love
Love
The song "Took My Love" by Pitbull Feat. Red Foo Vein & David Rush is about the betrayal and disappointment that the artist feels after their lover takes advantage of the trust and love that they had shared with them. The lyrics express the hurt and anger that they feel towards their lover who stole their heart for the thrill of it. The chorus repeatedly emphasizes the phrase "Took My Love" which is a way of emphasizing how hurt and disappointed the artist feels. The song also briefly touches upon the social scene and nightlife, expressing the idea of using music and entertainment as an escape from heartache.
One of the interesting facts about "Took My Love" is that it features three different artists, Pitbull, Redfoo and David Rush, all of whom have had successful solo careers. Redfoo who is also a member of the music group LMFAO, produced the song alongside R3hab. In addition, the lyrics of the song make references to other popular Pitbull songs such as "I Know You Want Me" and "Give Me Everything". The music video for the song features international DJ David Guetta and was directed by David Rousseau.
Another interesting fact is that the song was initially titled "Give me Your Love", but was later renamed "Took My Love" after the chorus was added. The song was released in 2011 under Album "Planet Pit". "Took My Love" reached the 15th position on the US Billboard Dance Chart and was also successful in some global charts such as in France and Italy. The song was recognized by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) in 2013 for its popularity.
The chords for the song are A, Am, C, D, Em, F, and G but they repeat throughout the song.
Line by Line Meaning
You took my love, I thought I was the only one
You betrayed my trust, I believed that I was your sole love interest
You took my love, it feels like you did it for fun
You hurt me for your own amusement, without any consideration for my feelings
You took my love, but my heart keeps telling me you're the one
Despite your actions, my heart still desires you and believes you're my soulmate
You took my love, took my love
You stole my heart and my affection
Loquita, I don't play, you know what time it is with me
I'm not a fool, I know how to handle myself and I won't tolerate any games
You want my heart, you got to work
If you want my love and commitment, you have to earn it by putting effort and dedication
And show me that you'd ride it there for me
Demonstrate that you're willing to put in the effort for our relationship and be there for me through thick and thin
I can see right through your eyes, and I know what you tryin' to do
I can read your intentions and I know you're trying to manipulate and take advantage of me
You tryin' to rob, steal, take my love, well fuck you
You're attempting to steal and exploit my love, but I won't let you and I don't want anything to do with you
Take my love, ha ha, not a woman on earth that can do that
You might have taken my love, but no other woman has the ability to do so
Say what, I don't know where you from, or where you been at
I have no idea who you are or where you come from
I'm letting you know what's up, and if you don't play by the rules
I'm warning you about my expectations, and if you don't respect them, there will be consequences
Oh baby, you get cut, I talked so much, you took my love
You will face the repercussions of your actions, and I regret talking so much and giving you my heart
Yaoh, I'm in the club, and the place is poppin'
I'm currently in a nightclub, and the atmosphere is energetic and lively
Sip-sippin' bub and the bass is knockin'
I'm casually drinking champagne while the bass of the music is thumping
Times are great, 'cause I'm with my crew
I'm having a great time with my group of friends
But my smile is fake, 'cause I'm missing you
Despite my outward happiness, I'm actually feeling sad and longing for you
Baby you know that I didn't learn my lesson
I'm admitting that I didn't learn anything from my past mistakes
Shoulda gave you more time, more love and affection
I realize that I should have been more attentive and loving towards you
And when I see you later with that other guy
I know that you will be with someone else later on
Keep telling myself a player ain't suppose to cry
I'm trying to maintain a tough and unemotional demeanor, even though it's difficult for me to do so
She took my love, and played me for a sucker
She deceived me and took advantage of my love and naivety
But it don't even matter, 'cause you know I still love her
Despite everything, I still have strong feelings for her
She took my heart, and threw it on the ground
She broke my heart and shattered my feelings
But it don't even matter, 'cause I still want her around
Even though she hurt me, I still desire her presence in my life
She's such a love taker, she's such a love taker
She's someone who habitually takes love from others and uses it for her own benefit
It's guaranteed that she's a professional heart breaker
It's certain that she's an expert in causing emotional pain and distress to others
But a great love maker, all in a sheet
However, she's also highly skilled in intimacy and satisfying physical desires
She made my heart skip a beat
She had a profound effect on my emotions and made me feel intensely
But for now she's as cold as they come
Currently, she's emotionally detached and indifferent towards me
Not mags, no life and no guns
There's no chance of winning her affection through material possessions or violence
You took my love
Repeated line reinforcing the common theme of having one's love taken by someone else
Love
Final line of the song, emphasizing the power and impact of love on individuals
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, O/B/O CAPASSO, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ARMANDO CHRISTIAN PEREZ, URALES VARGAS, CRYSTAL WATERS, NEAL CONWAY, STEFAN GORDY, GRAVRIEL AMINOV, DAVID RUSH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Denise D'Amico
You did an AMAZING job on this video! Keep up the good work!
Madelin Quezada
awesome all the mix with pitbull
tialout
haha! i love it!!! great job
butterfly712944
the video was nice it went with the music GREAT JOB !!!!!!!
bairo222
LOVE THIS!~.....
Joseph Mora
That's one version (more a demo) with very little use of Janet but here's a version with Janet singing ALL the female vocals: https://youtu.be/HhBat1LZzkM
Madelin Quezada
awesome
Karlita Bonita
WOW! Pitbull and Janet look like Usher, lady gaga, beyonce, nicole and lil wayne! You got ur artists mixed up lol
Davorin Vušković
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Lady Blue
y jannet jackson???????????? ella y pitbull deberian haber sido los protagonistas de tu video!