The group is unique because of the difference of races. Smilez is African-American while Southstar is Chinese and Filipino. Southstar was born in Hawaii.
Smilez met Southstar while rap battling in Orlando. Both were involved in rap battles.
The group's first single was "Who Wants This" featuring Kelis. The song had an underground vibe to it and created a buzz. The group's next single Tell Me hit the Top 40 charts. The duo followed it up with the melancholic "Now That You're Gone". Smilez talks about the death of his mother and Southstar speaks about the death of his son, Malik.
"Tell Me" used a sample from Marvin Gaye and Diana Ross's song Look, Listen, and Live. There was controversy when Ja Rule and Ashanti's song Mesmerized, released around the same time, used the same sample.
They toured with reggae artist Beenie Man.
The group has been quiet because of their switch in labels. They were indie but now have created their own independent record label Groundwerks Entertainment. The label features reggae artist Viper and rapper Vill.
Smilez and Southstar are currently working on their next album. The album features the songs "Found Out", "Been a Long Time", and "Good Look". "Good Look" features Cash Money rapper Gotti. Beenie Man and Killer Mike will be featured on the album. The lead single features rapper Treal.
Intro
Smilez & Southstar Lyrics
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My dogg one Smilez the Future OGH
Pretty Thugg get up in ya girl Nigga what
My dogg one Southstar The Warden
The Brightest Star Giving Direction
The Assasain Killin Ya motherfuckers
And this is your Don Juan Baby Lac
Straight outta Orlando Florida
Just another Smash Street Dwellaz Production Baby Fa'Sho
And believe that baby
This is the HOTTEST ALBUM YOU EVER HEARD IN YO LIFETIME
So go head baby get yo weed, get yo drunk, and go head and get crunked
Cuz we bout to lay it down straight at ya baby
Fa'Sho
The lyrics to Smilez & Southstar's song "Intro" serve as an introduction to the artists and their album. The year 2002 is mentioned, setting the timeframe for when the album was released. The lyrics then introduce Smilez and Southstar, who are described as "the Future OGH" and "The Warden" respectively. It is said that Pretty Thugg will "get up in ya girl," adding a sexual element to the song. Southstar is referred to as "The Brightest Star Giving Direction," suggesting that he is a leader in the music industry. Smilez is described as an "Assasain Killin Ya motherfuckers," indicating that he is a force to be reckoned with. Don Juan Baby Lac is mentioned as being from Orlando, Florida, adding a sense of regional pride to the song.
The lyrics also serve to hype up the album, with the artists proclaiming that it is the "HOTTEST ALBUM YOU EVER HEARD IN YO LIFETIME." Listeners are encouraged to "get yo weed, get yo drunk, and go head and get crunked" in preparation for the music that is about to be played. The phrase "Fa'Sho" is repeated throughout the song, underscoring the confidence that the artists have in their music.
Overall, the lyrics to "Intro" set the stage for Smilez & Southstar's album, introducing the artists and their sound, while also hyping up the listener for the music that is to come.
Line by Line Meaning
Yes sir the year 2002
The time when this song was produced was in the year of 2002
My dogg one Smilez the Future OGH
The artist known as Smilez is often referred to as 'the future Original Gangsta Hotboy'
Pretty Thugg get up in ya girl Nigga what
A phrase bragging about how attractive and charming the artists are, implying that they steal other men's girlfriends
My dogg one Southstar The Warden
The artist known as Southstar is often referred to as 'The Warden'
The Brightest Star Giving Direction
Southstar is so talented that he is able to provide guidance to those around him
The Assasain Killin Ya motherfuckers
Smilez is describing himself as a dangerous killer, threatening to take out anyone who crosses him
And this is your Don Juan Baby Lac
The artist known as Smilez is being referred to in this context as 'Don Juan Baby Lac', a play on words implying that he is a smooth talking seducer
Straight outta Orlando Florida
The artists hail from Orlando, Florida
OOO WEE
An exclamation of excitement or enthusiasm
Just another Smash Street Dwellaz Production Baby Fa'Sho
This song was produced by the group Smash Street Dwellaz, and the artists are proud to be a part of it
And believe that baby
The artists are urging the listener to trust that this song will be amazing
This is the HOTTEST ALBUM YOU EVER HEARD IN YO LIFETIME
The artists have absolute confidence in their album and believe it to be the greatest music the listener will ever hear
So go head baby get yo weed, get yo drunk, and go head and get crunked
The artists are encouraging the listener to have a good time and party while listening to their music
Cuz we bout to lay it down straight at ya baby
The artists are promising to deliver a great performance or music experience
Fa'Sho
An expression meaning 'for sure', implying that the artists are confident in what they have said or promised
Contributed by Natalie C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.