Silkk rose to fame in the mid-to-late 1990s, releasing records through Master P's label, No Limit Records. His self-titled debut, The Shocker, was released in 1996. Silkk was featured on Master P's 1998 hit, "Make 'Em Say Uhhh!" and had a minor rap hit with his own single that same year, "It Ain't My Fault," featuring label-mate Mystikal. Silkk also performed with R&B singer Mya on the second single released from her self-titled debut album, "Movin' On." In 1999, Mya and Silkk collaborated on the lead single from his album "Made Man." The track, titled "Somebody Like Me," went on to become one of the year's top-selling singles on the Billboard charts. Since then, Silkk has released two additional solo albums: "My World, My Way" in 2001 and "Based On A True Story" in 2004. Neither release generated the same success he enjoyed in the late 1990s. Silkk was also featured on World Wrestling Entertainment's Wreckless Intent album, which was released on May 23, 2006. The song he performed on the album, I'm Comin', has since been used as the theme song for SmackDown! wrestler M.V.P. Silkk also performed former SmackDown! wrestler Orlando Jordan's theme song, Do It Big.
Seem Like a Thug
Silkk The Shocker Lyrics
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Look, I think I can fuck something
I'm tryin' to find out what's up with you
See, for real
What-what
[chorus]
Seem like a thug to me
Can you see yourself creepin' with a girl like me
I like it rough on the hush so nobody won't see
[repeat]
[verse 1]
You say you like it thuggish
I'm as thug as it gets
I see you checkin' me out when I pull up with the clique
I seen the others but I'm like yo what's up with this chick
Sized you up by the slightest ? touchin' yo hips
See that's my big brother yep I learned the game from him
So whatever I give to you look the same to yo friend
You know I stay thugged out the second I came in
Meet me again you could but look the chance is slim
And if you got a problem with yo man
We can put the gat to him
Got a boyfriend tonight
If it's done right then you won't go back to him
See I knew you was tryin' to find where the dollars at
If you feel how I feel and it's real then holla back
[erica fox]
Boy I want you
I'm diggin' on yo thugged out style
You know you got it
Up in the club drivin' me wild
Boy I gotta have it
So you can tell me what's up for tonight baby
But keep it on the hush
[chorus]
[verse 2]
[girl] why you clockin' me?
[silkk] look like you jockin' me
[girl] why you jockin' me?
[silkk] look like you watchin' me
Why you sweatin' me?
Look like you hot to me
Tell you like this
Once I start ain't no stoppin'
We start this thang off by a shoppin' spree
You still be messin' with them lame girls if not for me
You know I'm the type to attract drama
And I'm probably not the type you can bring home to mama
But look I told ya
It's no limit
Girl I'm a soldier
So roll with it
Fuckin' with you so look hit me up
Here's my number on the under later I'm pickin' you up
For real
[chorus 2x's]
The opening lyrics of Silkk The Shocker feat. Mystikal's song Seem Like a Thug suggest a sexual encounter, with the rapper expressing his interest in the girl he is meeting. The chorus repeats the phrase 'Seem like a thug to me' - this indicates that the girl he is interested in may also have a thuggish or tough persona. The verse builds on this idea, with Silkk saying that he is as thug as they come, and has noticed the girl checking him out. He explains that he has learned everything from his older brother, and will give her the same treatment as any other girl. He also implies that he can protect her from any problems with her boyfriend. The female voice of Erica Fox reinforces this tough girl image, with her lyrics suggesting that she wants Silkk because of his thuggish style and attitude.
The second verse continues the theme of Silkk's seduction technique, with him suggesting that the girl has been watching him and showing an interest in him. He suggests that he can offer her a more exciting lifestyle than the 'lame girls' she has been with before. He also implies that some drama may come along with him, but he is a soldier for the 'No Limit' group, so he is prepared for anything. The chorus is repeated twice more, with the idea of the girl's tough persona being reinforced, and her potential attraction to Silkk's own tough personality being emphasized.
Line by Line Meaning
Uh-huh, yo let me get some of that man
I want some of what you have, give me some
Look, I think I can fuck something
I believe I can engage in sexual activity
I'm tryin' to find out what's up with you
I want to know what you're all about
Seem like a thug to me
From your demeanor, you appear to be a criminal or gangster-like personality
You know I like what I see
I am attracted to what I am currently observing
Can you see yourself creepin' with a girl like me
Are you open to having a clandestine relationship with someone like me
I like it rough on the hush so nobody won't see
I enjoy sexual activity that is intense but needs to be kept a secret
You say you like it thuggish
You mentioned enjoying a criminal or gangster-like demeanor
I'm as thug as it gets
I am the epitome of being a criminal or gangster-like personality
I see you checkin' me out when I pull up with the clique
I have noticed that you are showing interest in me when I arrive with my group of associates
I seen the others but I'm like yo what's up with this chick
I have seen other women, but I am intrigued by you
Sized you up by the slightest ? touchin' yo hips
I have assessed you by subtly touching your hips
See that's my big brother yep I learned the game from him
My older brother taught me everything about the criminal or gangster lifestyle
So whatever I give to you look the same to yo friend
Anything I provide to you will look identical to what I offer your friend
You know I stay thugged out the second I came in
I have always maintained a criminal or gangster-like demeanor since I arrived
Meet me again you could, but look the chance is slim
We may have another opportunity to see each other, but it is unlikely
And if you got a problem with yo man
If you have issues with your current partner
We can put the gat to him
We can use a firearm against him
Got a boyfriend tonight
You have a partner at the moment
If it's done right then you won't go back to him
If our sexual activity is satisfactory, you will not return to your partner
See I knew you was tryin' to find where the dollars at
I suspected that you were looking for financial gain
If you feel how I feel and it's real then holla back
If you share my feelings and thoughts and they are genuine, respond to me
Boy I want you
I desire you, man
I'm diggin' on yo thugged out style
I am attracted to your criminal or gangster-like demeanor
You know you got it
You are aware that you possess those appealing qualities
Up in the club drivin' me wild
Your presence or behavior at the club is exciting me
Boy I gotta have it
I must engage in sexual activity with you
So you can tell me what's up for tonight baby
Please share what the plans are for this evening
But keep it on the hush
Please keep our relationship activity a secret
[girl] why you clockin' me?
Why are you observing me?
[silkk] look like you jockin' me
It appears that you are showing interest in me
[girl] why you jockin' me?
Why are you showing interest in me?
[silkk] look like you watchin' me
It seems like you are keeping an eye on me
Why you sweatin' me?
Why are you becoming nervous around me?
Look like you hot to me
You appear to be sexually aroused
Tell you like this
Here is how it is
Once I start, ain't no stoppin'
Once we engage in sexual activity, there is no stopping until completion
We start this thang off by a shoppin' spree
We will begin this relationship activity by going on a shopping spree
You still be messin' with them lame girls if not for me
If it wasn't for me, you would still be with unexciting women
You know I'm the type to attract drama
I typically bring in a lot of chaos or problems
And I'm probably not the type you can bring home to mama
I am likely not someone that you can introduce to your family
But look I told ya
I had already mentioned this to you
It's no limit
There are no boundaries or limitations
Girl I'm a soldier
I am a warrior or fighter
So roll with it
Go along with it
Fuckin' with you so look hit me up
I am engaging in sexual activity with you, so contact me
Here's my number on the under, later I'm pickin' you up
Here is my contact number, and later, I will meet and take you somewhere
Lyrics © Edition JA, Universal Music Publishing Group, Rubin Records GmbH, Capitol CMG Publishing, Spirit Music Group, Songtrust Ave
Written by: Armando Christian Perez, Jonathan Smith, Frederico Franchi
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