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.
What Can You Do?
Smilez & Southstar Lyrics
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It's a hot one right here, oh man
What ya gonna' do on this one
Let me tell ya man, ain't nothin' you can do to stop us
Nothin' ya can say, nothin' period
[Southstar]
The truth is there ain't no stoppin' this (Nah)
Pop yout lip, now watch me pop your chip
Cop one leg or watch we drop the whip
Now that i'm here I got my fam out of the ditch (Uh-huh)
And ya all mad at me cause my life got flipped (Yeah)
Or is it just because your fans don't switch
Only thing that you do is my finger itch
A lot of people try to say that this ain't gon' last
That's like sayin' Southstar ain't gon' blast
That's like sayin' Southstar get no ass
That's like sayin' Southstar got no cash
Makin' me laugh c'mon now let's be real
You do the math tell me who's making mills
Murder the game with 16 peep in stills
Ivy's in my arm caused i'm so ill (Yeah)
[Chorus]
If you keep on dancing than you can help it (What can you do?)
If your head keep knodin' and you can't stop it (What can you do?)
If your player ????????? still lovin' (What can you do?)
If you can't stop bouncin', shakin', movin' (What can you do?)
[Smilez]
Peace to my haters and investigators (What up)
That give vex when I slide through with my gators (Uh)
You can turn the music down it won't fade us (No)
Mommies still backin' it up ??????
Everything we touch and do gon' be major
Ya runnin' with yellow bats, lookin' like the Lakers
Pull up to the bar we be throwin' down papers (Let's Go)
???? make you stop, look, and hate us (Uh)
Money better step i'ma give'em a wedge (Uh-huh)
Havin' shorts lookin' somethin' like hole in the sex
You want to stop our cream, stop our team (No)
I got two words for ya "Negro please"
We in for the long hall, I done told ya
Try to fuck my dough get you blue balls
Smilez the future, (Uh) so bring your troopers (Yeah)
Do somethin' for me yo suck your ????
[Chorus]
[Southstar] (Smilez)
Step up in the club (Man what you workin' with?)
' Bout 4 of 5 dimes ( I hope they gon' hit)
If not (like bananas) them chicks (got to split)
Cause time is money (we ain't got lots to spend)
We gon do our thang (and keep it movin')
Suckas still mad (cause your still recoupin')
When the bruise them ain't no way we losin'
(Smilez and Southstar ain't no solution)
[Southstar]
I done made it this far ain't no turnin' back (No)
The war in the rap, I must stay in the front of the pack (Uh-huh)
No games, but these chicks make me look like a mack
Quick, out there panties right into the sack
And if ya hate then listen, i'ma give you advice
Don't go against us man you won't survive (No)
We way 2 live and we always ready to ride
You got a better chance to limit or a suicide
[Smilez]
Yo, You workers don't get it (Uh) only heat we spittin' (Uh-huh)
Look at my house you don't see no kitchen (No)
We big money pimpin' (Uh) gambin' real spinnin' (That's right)
Got we like smokey bear when i'm in it
We got this ya dudes take a seat (Yeah)
Matter fact no no dudes go to sleep
Chicks bounce to the tune (Yeah) then bounce to the room
All in my fruit of looms (What can you do?)
[Chorus] 2X
Smilez and Southstar talking over chorus
Smilez the future
Southstar ???
What ya gonna do about this huh?
We got you
Don't worry about it man we gon' hold on to this one, we got this one
All right, uh
Weep it crispy Uh, uh, uh
The song "What Can You Do" by Smilez and Southstar talks about their success and unstoppable rise to fame. The lyrics are filled with swagger and braggadocio, claiming that no one can stop them or say anything negative about them. They take a jab at their haters and investigators, telling them that they won't be fazed by their criticism. The chorus encourages listeners to keep dancing and moving, signifying that nothing can stop them from having a good time.
Southstar's verse talks about his journey from poverty to riches, emphasizing the fact that he has lifted his family out of the ditch. He dismisses naysayers who claim that their fame won't last, saying that they are making millions and "murdering the game." Smilez's verse also shows off their wealth and success, pushing back against anyone who tries to stop their "cream" or "team."
Overall, the song celebrates their success and invites listeners to join in on the fun without caring about anyone else's negativity. It's a lively and upbeat song that encourages listeners to let loose and have a good time.
Line by Line Meaning
Woo-woo!
Excited exclamation at the beginning of the song
It's a hot one right here, oh man
Commenting on the heat of the music and its intensity
What ya gonna' do on this one
Asking what the listener intends to do while listening to the song
Let me tell ya man, ain't nothin' you can do to stop us
Asserting that nothing can get in the way of their success or their music
Nothin' ya can say, nothin' period
Making it clear that no matter what anyone says, it won't change their trajectory
The truth is there ain't no stoppin' this (Nah)
Expressing confidence that their success cannot be stopped
Got drink, lemon, coke man wp poppin' cris
Talking about having drinks and crisps/popcorn while making music
Pop yout lip, now watch me pop your chip
Proving that they have what it takes to beat their competition
Cop one leg or watch we drop the whip
Warning that anyone who tries to cross them will get hurt
Now that i'm here I got my fam out of the ditch (Uh-huh)
Revealing that they have achieved success and taken care of their family
And ya all mad at me cause my life got flipped (Yeah)
Noting the jealousy of others who resent their success
Or is it just because your fans don't switch
Asking if jealousy is just a result of their success with fans
Only thing that you do is my finger itch
Suggesting that their competition is insignificant and doesn't require much attention
A lot of people try to say that this ain't gon' last
Acknowledging that there are doubters who believe their music career will be short-lived
That's like sayin' Southstar ain't gon' blast
Comparing their success to a powerful explosive
That's like sayin' Southstar get no ass
Making a tongue-in-cheek joke about Southstar's popularity with women
That's like sayin' Southstar got no cash
Suggesting that they have a lot of money and wealth
Makin' me laugh c'mon now let's be real
Dismissing the doubters as ridiculous
You do the math tell me who's making mills
Asking the doubters to see the numbers and figures to verify their success
Murder the game with 16 peep in stills
Indicating that they are dominating the hip hop music scene with their skills
Ivy's in my arm caused i'm so ill (Yeah)
Talking about a tattoo on their arm that represents their talent and success
If you keep on dancing than you can help it (What can you do?)
Asking what someone can do if they cannot stop themselves from dancing and moving to the music
If your head keep knodin' and you can't stop it (What can you do?)
Asking what someone can do if they cannot stop themselves from nodding their head to the music
If your player ????????? still lovin' (What can you do?)
Asking what someone can do if they are still in love with someone who doesn't reciprocate
If you can't stop bouncin', shakin', movin' (What can you do?)
Asking what someone can do if they cannot stop bouncing, shaking or moving to the music
Peace to my haters and investigators (What up)
Acknowledging the presence of people who oppose them and are always watching them
That give vex when I slide through with my gators (Uh)
Talking about the envy of others when they display their success and expensive clothing
You can turn the music down it won't fade us (No)
Saying that even if the music stops, their success will continue
Mommies still backin' it up ??????
Suggesting that women continue to dance and move their bodies to his music
Everything we touch and do gon' be major
Noting their confidence that anything they work on will be successful
Ya runnin' with yellow bats, lookin' like the Lakers
Making fun of their competition and comparing their appearance to the Los Angeles Lakers
Pull up to the bar we be throwin' down papers (Let's Go)
Suggesting that they spend a lot of money at bars and clubs
???? make you stop, look, and hate us (Uh)
Suggesting that their success causes envy and admiration from onlookers
Money better step i'ma give'em a wedge (Uh-huh)
Saying that anyone who tries to challenge them will receive a financial blow
Havin' shorts lookin' somethin' like hole in the sex
Making a crude joke about someone's appearance
You want to stop our cream, stop our team (No)
Warning anyone who tries to stop their success or team
I got two words for ya "Negro please"
Using a popular phrase to dismiss someone's opinion or challenge
We in for the long hall, I done told ya
Asserting their commitment to long-term success
Try to fuck my dough get you blue balls
Saying that anyone who tries to take their money will fail and experience disappointment
Smilez the future, (Uh) so bring your troopers (Yeah)
Saying that Smilez is the future of hip hop and they are ready to handle any competition
Do somethin' for me yo suck your ????
Making a vulgar request
Step up in the club (Man what you workin' with?)
Asking someone what they have to offer when entering a club
' Bout 4 of 5 dimes ( I hope they gon' hit)
Saying that they hope to connect with attractive women at the club
If not (like bananas) them chicks (got to split)
Saying that the women will leave if they are not attracted to them
Cause time is money (we ain't got lots to spend)
Acknowledging that they don't have much time to waste
We gon do our thang (and keep it movin')
Explaining that they will continue to pursue their goals
Suckas still mad (cause your still recoupin')
Saying that their competition is still angry and trying to recover from their success
When the bruise them ain't no way we losin'
Saying that it is impossible for them to fail or lose
(Smilez and Southstar ain't no solution)
Asserting that their competition has no solution, meaning they cannot stop them
I done made it this far ain't no turnin' back (No)
Saying that there is no going back, they have committed themselves to success
The war in the rap, I must stay in the front of the pack (Uh-huh)
Stating that they must remain ahead of their competition to stay successful
No games, but these chicks make me look like a mack
Saying they don't play around, but they have a way with women
Quick, out there panties right into the sack
Making a crude joke about their interactions with women
And if ya hate then listen, i'ma give you advice
Preparing to offer advice to their detractors
Don't go against us man you won't survive (No)
Saying that their success is too powerful for anyone to challenge and survive
We way 2 live and we always ready to ride
Saying that they are living a pampered and luxurious lifestyle, but also ready for anything
You got a better chance to limit or a suicide
Saying that it is more likely for someone to fail or die than to challenge their success
Yo, You workers don't get it (Uh) only heat we spittin' (Uh-huh)
Saying that they are the only ones making great music
Look at my house you don't see no kitchen (No)
Making a joke, suggesting that they don't need a kitchen when they have so much money
We big money pimpin' (Uh) gambin' real spinnin' (That's right)
Saying that they have a lot of money and love to gamble
Got we like smokey bear when i'm in it
Making a sexual innuendo, suggesting that they are always smoking while having sex
We got this ya dudes take a seat (Yeah)
Saying that they are in control and their competition should back down
Matter fact no no dudes go to sleep
Indicating that all other rappers should bow out and rest
Chicks bounce to the tune (Yeah) then bounce to the room
Saying that women enjoy listening to their music and frequently join them in their hotel rooms
All in my fruit of looms (What can you do?)
Making a crude joke about their underwear and style
Smilez the future
Promoting Smilez as the future of hip hop
Southstar ???
Introducing Southstar, but leaving the meaning of this line unclear
What ya gonna do about this huh?
Challenging their detractors to take action
We got you
Asserting that they have control of the situation
Don't worry about it man we gon' hold on to this one, we got this one
Assuring each other that they will continue to succeed and maintain control
All right, uh
Ending the song with a casual remark
Weep it crispy Uh, uh, uh
Making a meaningless, nonsense phrase to end the song on a musical note
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Jonathan St. Aimee, Robert Campman, Rodney Bailey
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