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.
It's Time
Smilez & Southstar Lyrics
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Baby what the deal (yes sir, yes sir *echo*)
Time to keep it real
It's 12 o'clock (uh), dance floor's hot
Ready to sweat 'til the sunlight comes up (it's Smilez baby *echo*)
Baby what the deal
Time to keep it real
Ready to sweat 'til the sunlight come up
[Smilez - talkin' over chorus]
Uh huh, what the deal ma?
Uh, uh, yo, yo
Catch me in the club (uh), deep in the cut (uh huh)
Polyed it up, coochie, knitted top, desert colored, Wally's is tough
Chumps mad cause chicks is lovin' me up (uh)
Mr. Smilez OGH, that's what's up (that's what's up)
Watchin' all, haters still watchin' me ball (uh)
As I hit the dance floor and seduce them all (uh huh)
Whenever they come, prejudice, not at all
I got big funds, girls "I a mi amor"
Let's go ma, you feelin' me, let's not stall
You want to get drunk? Game like Henny and Cristal (yeah)
Get you sick, let me see you work them hips
Get you all worked up, is you ready for this?
Let's leave this place, girl you know why you came
Twice my age, but lady I'm twice as paid
We burnin' the floor up, leavin' them broads stuck
My dough chicks see, but don't touch, nigga HUH HUH
[Chorus] - 2X w/ variations
Baby what the deal (what the deal, what the deal)
Time to keep it real
It's 12 o'clock (goin' out), dance floor's hot (goin' out)
Ready to sweat 'til the sunlight come up (it's Smilez baby *echo*)
[Southstar]
Uh, yeah, Southstar's in the spot, the party's gettin' jumpin' (uh huh)
Hit the bar now, and I'm gonna start gettin' drunk and (what, what)
Hit the dance floor, vibe and move my feet
There's some cute hunnies in here, that I'm dyin' to meet
They seen when I pulled up, and skipped this whole line
Right up to VIP, like this club is mine
Just out of Remy's straight up, that's just to unwind
Ready to party all night, until the sun shines
See everyday I'm in a new club, roll up in a new truck
Ride around on new dubs, keep on makin' new bucks
Like what, girl my game is mad rude
If your friend got a man, I'm gonna kick game to you
And I know just after one line, you leavin' with me, right?
Give you such a good time, that's only for one night
And look ma, keep on the low, please don't tell
Want my number? na, I don't want you callin' my cell
[Chorus] w/ variations
[Southstar]
Uh, uh, yo help me out on this one
Yo, yo, can I kick it (YES YOU CAN)
Cats now leavin' the club in the caravan
With about 12 chicks in the caravan (that's right)
So funny, you performed, now I'm leavin' with yo fans
You can catch Southstar, leavin' in a Benzo
With my name on the plate, so it's not a rental
20 inch rims, X Box, T's in the dash (nice, nice)
Best believe tonight, that I'm gettin' some ass (ass)
[Smilez]
Yo, and I'm out before the car close out
With some dirty south chick, that can put more than 2 dicks in her mouth
[Southstar]
And I'm out with the New York mami
Just met her tonight, damn, she already callin' me papi
[Smilez]
And I got a rash down on her knees, you can believe
That the man with the shit is S M I L E Z
Wastin' my time ma, you know the deal
You ain't gettin' no dough, I'm just keepin' it real
[Chorus] - 4X w/ variations from Dakari
[Dakari] - (starts in chorus & solo until fade)
Goin' out, goin' out (repeat, until end)
The lyrics of Smilez & Southstar's song It's Time exert a party vibe and encourages the listener to let go and enjoy the moment. The song's opening lines are spoken by Dakari, introducing the situation and the need to "keep it real" while having fun at the club. The chorus emphasizes the time as it reaches midnight and the dance floor heats up, anticipating the party to last until the sunlight comes up. Smilez takes over and describes himself as a famous and successful person that attracts the opposite sex, making inferior people jealous. He boasts of his affluent lifestyle and affluent status and invites others to join him on the dance floor, enjoying the moment while it lasts. Southstar's turn comes in to describe his partying experiences, having fun in the club while being drunk and keeping up his wild reputation. He promises a good time for a night to impress the ladies, but he warns not to expect a phone call in the morning. In the end, the message is clear: let's enjoy the moment and party till the dawn.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby what the deal (yes sir, yes sir *echo*)
Asking what's happening and what's going on
Time to keep it real
Now it's time to be honest and truthful
It's 12 o'clock (uh), dance floor's hot
It's midnight and the dance floor is busy with energy and excitement
Ready to sweat 'til the sunlight comes up (it's Smilez baby *echo*)
Excited and ready to dance and enjoy the night until the morning sun comes up
Catch me in the club (uh), deep in the cut (uh huh)
You can find me in the club chilling and relaxing
Polyed it up, coochie, knitted top, desert colored, Wally's is tough
I'm dressed in a polyester outfit, with a knitted top and desert-colored boots named Wally's that are durable
Chumps mad cause chicks is lovin' me up (uh)
Jealous guys angry that girls love and admire me
Mr. Smilez OGH, that's what's up (that's what's up)
People call me Mr. Smilez Original Gangster Homie, that's the truth
Watchin' all, haters still watchin' me ball (uh)
I'm aware of my surroundings and haters who are envious of me watching me succeed
As I hit the dance floor and seduce them all (uh huh)
I'm great at dancing and seducing all the girls
Whenever they come, prejudice, not at all
No prejudice when girls come to me
I got big funds, girls "I a mi amor"
I have a lot of money, and girls tell me 'I love you'
Let's go ma, you feelin' me, let's not stall
Come with me, do you like me? Don't waste time and let's go
You want to get drunk? Game like Henny and Cristal (yeah)
You want to drink, sure let's drink expensive Henny and Cristal
Get you sick, let me see you work them hips
Make you feel good and let me see you dance and move your hips
Get you all worked up, is you ready for this?
Make you excited and ready for what I have to offer
Let's leave this place, girl you know why you came
Let's go somewhere else, you know why we are here
Twice my age, but lady I'm twice as paid
The girl is older than me, but I'm richer and more successful
We burnin' the floor up, leavin' them broads stuck
We're dancing so well that other girls are envious and can't compete
My dough chicks see, but don't touch, nigga HUH HUH
Girls see me with lots of money, but can't touch it because they aren't good enough
Hit the bar now, and I'm gonna start gettin' drunk and (what, what)
I'm going to the bar and start drinking and getting drunk
Hit the dance floor, vibe and move my feet
I'm enjoying the dance floor, Vibing and enjoying the music
There's some cute hunnies in here, that I'm dyin' to meet
There are some attractive girls that I want to meet
They seen when I pulled up, and skipped this whole line
Girls noticed me when I got here and skipped the line to come to me
Right up to VIP, like this club is mine
Girls came straight to me in the VIP area, as if I owned this club
Just out of Remy's straight up, that's just to unwind
I just drank some Remy liquor to relax and unwind
Ready to party all night, until the sun shines
I'm excited and prepared to party all night, until the sun comes up
See everyday I'm in a new club, roll up in a new truck
Every day I go to a new club, driving a new car
Ride around on new dubs, keep on makin' new bucks
Driving expensive wheels, and making lots of money
Like what, girl my game is mad rude
I'm confident and not afraid to be aggressive with girls
If your friend got a man, I'm gonna kick game to you
If your friend has a boyfriend, I'll hit on you instead
And I know just after one line, you leavin' with me, right?
I only need to say one thing to get you to leave with me
Give you such a good time, that's only for one night
I'll make you have an unforgettable time, but it's only for one night
Want my number? na, I don't want you callin' my cell
You want my number? No, I don't want you calling me later
Cats now leavin' the club in the caravan
People are leaving the club, all together in one car
With about 12 chicks in the caravan (that's right)
The car leaving has about 12 girls in it
So funny, you performed, now I'm leavin' with yo fans
I find it funny that you performed, but I'm leaving with your fans instead
You can catch Southstar, leavin' in a Benzo
You can see me leaving in a Benz car
With my name on the plate, so it's not a rental
The car I'm driving has my name on the license plate, so it's not a rental
20 inch rims, X Box, T's in the dash (nice, nice)
My car has 20 inch rims, an X Box and t-shirts stored in the dashboard
Best believe tonight, that I'm getting some ass (ass)
Believe me, tonight I'm going to have sex with someone
Yo, and I'm out before the car close out
I'm leaving before the party ends
With some dirty south chick, that can put more than 2 dicks in her mouth
Leaving with a girl from the southern US, who is skilled at pleasuring more than one man
And I'm out with the New York mami
I'm leaving with a girl from New York
Just met her tonight, damn, she already callin' me papi
I just met her tonight, and she's already calling me 'daddy'
And I got a rash down on her knees, you can believe
She has some kind of rash on her knees, believe it or not
That the man with the shit is S M I L E Z
I'm the man with the skills and talents, my name is Smilez
Wastin' my time ma, you know the deal
You're wasting my time girl, you know what's up
You ain't gettin' no dough, I'm just keepin' it real
You're not getting any money from me, just being honest
Goin' out, goin' out (repeat, until end)
Getting ready and excited to leave and go out
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Jonathan St. Aimee, Robert Campman, Rodney Bailey
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