(1) A rapper from th… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least six artists using the name Sway:
(1) A rapper from the United Kingdom
(2) A shoegaze band from the United States
(3) A musician from Norway
(4) An indie rock band from Czech Republic
(5) A Dutch pop group
(6) A Japanese rapper
(7) A shoegaze band from Costa Rica
1.) Derek Andrew Safo (born 5 September 1982) is a English hip hop artist of Ghanaian origins, who uses the stage names Sway DaSafo or simply Sway; he is also a full-time producer, establishing DCypha Productions. According to the Still Speedin Songfacts he is the cousin of former Arsenal Ghanian international footballer Quincy Owusu-Abeyie and grime MC Lethal Bizzle.
Sway was born to a Muslim father and to a Christian mother. Sway attended Redlands Primary School where he spent most of his
time experimenting with music, rewriting the lyrics of his favorite artists. He attended Highgate Wood Secondary School in North London where he spent his spare time using the school equipment for musical production. Producing tracks for local artists,
he was told to use his personality to write songs by adding his humor with his lyrical talent. At the age of 16. Sway had a place in the grand final
of an open mic session at Dingwalls in London. He lost to Chester P of Task Force while Sway was a member of Tottenham-based hip hop trio Phynix Crew. Sway produced many solo singles despite being in a rap group and his first break was under the name 'Sway DaSafo' on the track "On My Own" which reached the A-list of BBC Radio 1Xtra when the station was launched.In 2003, Sway started to pursue a solo career in the British music scene. He was invited by his cousin, DJ Ink, to feature on some of his drum and bass tracks and he became a member of the group Fifth Element.[1] In 2004, Sway established DCypha Productions to enable him to release his mixtapes and debut solo album, This Is My Demo. At DCypha, Sway produces his beats and songs alongside his long-time friend Bigz.
Sway launched his solo career upon the disbanding of his group One by releasing two independent mixtapes, called This Is My Promo Volumes 1 and 2. They were underground successes, and his debut LP This Is My Demo was released on 6 February 2006. Its second single, "Little Derek", headed
in at #38 on the UK national charts. His song "Hype Boys" is used in the video game Need for Speed: Carbon, and the song "Flo Fashion" is used in the video game FIFA Street 2.
Following the release and critical acclaim of his debut album, Sway started recording his second album which he had been planning from the This Is My Promo mixtape series. In the run up to the album's release, Sway featured on numerous songs and signed to Akon's Konvict Muzik record label in 2007, becoming the only UK artist to be signed to the label. Sway released the One for the
Journey EP on May 14, 2007 on his DCypha Productions label which featured an appearance from Chamillionaire on a Part 2 version of "Up Your Speed". Following this, Sway released two mixtapes: The Dotted Lines and The Signature mixtape. The Dotted Lines mixtape was released in early 2008 and announced the recording of his second album. It was released to coincide
with the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations, which was hosted in Ghana and to which the song "Black Stars", a remix of "Black Boys" by Bashy, is dedicated.In December 2009, Sway announced that he was working on a new mixtape, and unveiling two tracks in the process:
"Payback" and "The Watcher". Sway then released a download-only single on iTunes named "Everyday Valentine" to coincide withValentine's Day in 2010. He offered those who were able to provide evidence for purchasing the single the opportunity to receive his mixtape prior to its release for free. The mixtape was due to be released on February 14, 2010, however this was pushed back due to continued work by Akon on the final song. The mixtape was released on February 26, 2010 from his website, to the public for free. It has been described online as 'better than most people's albums' and will feature Akon, Styles P, Kardinal Offishall, Giggs, Bigz and Mr Hudson. The Mixtape has been a smash hit online, boasting over 10,000 downloads in 10 days, both with the fans, other artists and critics and was reviewed by British Newspaper Metro who picked up on Sway's "trademark sharp
humor and quirky observations" going on to say that Sway "will reign over British rap sooner rather than later." His reputation rose from underground to mainstream after coming into the public eye by winning a MOBO award in September 2005 for Best Hip Hop Act, defeating heavyweight hip hop artists 50 Cent
and The Game to collect the award. He was also nominated for the second year running in the Best Hip Hop category and Best UK Male for the MOBO awards held at the end of September 2006[3] and in September 2008 for Best UK Male.[4] In July 2006, Sway's album This Is My Demo was nominated for the 2006 Mercury Music Prize but the award was won by the Arctic Monkeys at the ceremony on September 6.[5] In 2008, Sway was nominated for two awards at the Urban Music Awards. In November 2006, Sway won a BET Hip-Hop Award for "Best UK Hip-Hop Act", beating Blak Twang, Plan B, Dizzee Rascal and Kano. By being nominated and winning the BET for "BEST UK Hip-Hop Act", Sway appeared in a video showing himself in a cipher with Saigon, Remy Ma, and Rhymefest free-styling on a rooftop in New York. The freestyle was featured on The Dotted Lines mixtape.
2.) Sway is a shoegaze group founded in Ventura, California, United Sates in 1999. The band was founded by Andrew Saks and also included Amber Carlson, Seth Eubanks, and Vince Alatorre; however, the other members have since left the band, and Saks is now the sole member.
Sway has released several albums, including 2000's self-titled Sway, 2003's The Millia Pink and Green EP, 2006's Winter Heart EP, and 2011's This Was Tomorrow. Saks is currently writing material for a 2013 release on Saint Marie Records.
3.) Sway was the artist name of Norwegian artist Espen Lind when he released his first album “Mmm…
Prepare To Be Swayed” in 1995.
4.) Sway is also Czech indie band.
5.) A Ducth group, with influences of swing, Motown and Big Band with a modern twist. Netherlands, X Factor 2011, Single 'Stop And Stare'
6.) Sway is a Japanese rapper, actor, and model. https://twitter.com/sway_official
7.) Sway is a shoegaze band from San José, Costa Rica formed in 2017 by Kevyn Quiros. The band has been through several lineups that have included musicians from bands such as Dylan Thomas. andThe Hills.
F Ur Ex
Sway Lyrics
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[Speaking]
Oi Oi Babe
Oi Put It Down Man
I'm not hiding nuffin
Da reason I got a security lock on my phone
Is cos I got bare celebrities on the phone.
(Mm, mm)
If I lose my phone everybody's f'ed
(Yh, yh)
But you can talk. Are you still speaking to my man?
(Yeah whatever)
Your still speaking to him init
[Sway]
Does my man think I'm a punk
Diggin you down anytime that he wants
I said you can have male friends if you want
But I don't think that's what my mans on
Real talk, you better tell him that it's long
If not, you best believe I'll be gone
What kinda ex would send this text?
"I miss you" Where's his respect?
Oh yeah oh yeah oh yeah
Act like it's just innocent
Oh yeah oh yeah oh yeah
You don't wanna see me get militant
What what, now babes am I wrong?
Am I gonna have it though, babes I'm a don
I'm gonna get wicked if he don't get rid of your digits
And stop sending you kissing on Facebook dot com
[Chorus]
Why's he ringing you fone (I don't know)
What does he wants from you (I don't know)
Don't he know that your not alone? ( I don't know)
Swear my mans onto you
He's just my ex (F ur Ex)
He's just my ex (F ur Ex)
He's just my ex (F ur Ex)
And I think he's cool (Then go F ur Ex)
[Stush]
Does my girl tink me a dunce?
Belling of ya bloodclaat fone when she wants
Me a ring ya line an me can't get through
Am I the one that's been with you for months (What you talking about)
Do you think that I am dumb? (Nah babe)
No wait hold on, am I done?
Tell me the truth, am I number one?
Cos right now I don't feel like I'm the one
Oh yeah oh yeah oh yeah
I know that your not on the fone to your boy
Oh yeah oh yeah oh yeah
Trust I can hear that's a female voice
No no
Go away have you fun
Go go
To the rave til it's done
This is not her fault it takes two to tango
So please don't act like you ain't had a dance
[Chorus]
Why's she ringing you fone (I don't know)
What does she wants from you (I don't know)
Tell her your not alone (What for?)
I swear she's onto you
She's just my ex (F ur Ex)
She's my ex (F ur Ex)
She's just my ex (F ur Ex)
And I think she's cool (Then go F ur Ex)
[Sway]
I'm with you
I've been true
Past relationships I've been through
Loads of stress
So give me your best
Cos the truth is, she's just my ex
[Stush]
I'm with you
I've been true
Past relationship I've been through
Loads of stress
So give me a rest
Cos the truth is he's just my ex
[Sway]
If my man try to send you another text
Text him back
Tell him he should get a vest
If he ever make you make me upset
Text him again and tell him he should get a tech
Cos I like you u know
Ima wife you u know
Your not just a link
Your my wifey you know
That's likes a life thing you know
Have a family with you
That's likely you know
What you don't think I should fight for you?
No in this new school thing I'm the principle
Cos the old school says you shouldn't fight over girls
But the new school do it for the principle
I know I'm not invincible
But don't your ex have somethings to do?
I'm only joking
I ain't gonna smoke ya
And nobody put no rings on you so do you
[Chorus]
Why's he ringing your fone (I don't know)
What does he want from you (I don't know)
Don't he know that your not alone (I don't know)
I swear my mans onto you
He's just my ex (F ur Ex)
He's just my ex (F ur Ex)
He's just my ex (F ur Ex)
And I think he's cool (Then go F ur Ex)
Why's she ringing your fone (I don't know)
What does she want from you (I don't know)
Tell her that your not alone (What for?)
I swear down she's onto you
She's just my ex (F ur Ex)
She's my ex (F ur Ex)
She's just my ex (F ur Ex)
And I think she's cool (Then go F ur Ex)
The song "F Ur Ex" by Sway featuring Stush is a rap song that explores the relationship between two people as they try to navigate past relationships. The lyrics paint a picture of a couple dealing with ex-partners who are still trying to hold onto their past relationships. Sway starts by questioning his girlfriend if his partner is still communicating with her ex-boyfriend. Although Sway allows his girlfriend to keep male friends, he believes that his partner's ex-boyfriend still has feelings for her. There is tension in the relationship as Sway warns that he will be gone if his partner does not tell her ex-partner to stop contacting her. Sway becomes more aggressive with his tone and warns his girlfriend to keep away from her ex-boyfriend, even threatening him if he tries to contact her again.
On the other hand, Stush's verse explains that her boyfriend is always on the phone with his ex-girlfriend. She becomes paranoid and believes that something is going on, despite being reassured by her boyfriend. Stush also expresses her insecurities, wondering whether she is just a casual fling compared to his ex-girlfriend. She demands that she be given a break from the constant chatter about the ex-girlfriend. Sway and Stush encourage each other to deal with their past relationships and communicate with their partners without involving ex-lovers.
Line by Line Meaning
Does my man think I'm a punk
Wondering if my partner underestimates me
Diggin you down anytime that he wants
Having sex with you whenever he wants
You can have male friends if you want
I allow you to have male friends
Real talk, you better tell him that it's long
Seriously, you need to end things with him
"I miss you" Where's his respect?
Why does he have the nerve to say 'I miss you' after what he's done?
Act like it's just innocent
Trying to pretend that his actions are harmless
Am I gonna have it though, babes I'm a don
Will I have to become aggressive? I am a boss
I'm gonna get wicked if he don't get rid of your digits
I will become violent if he doesn't delete your number
Why's he ringing you fone (I don't know)
Why is he calling your phone?
And I think he's cool (Then go F ur Ex)
If you think he's cool, you can go have sex with him instead of me
Does my girl tink me a dunce?
Does my girlfriend think I'm naive or stupid?
Am I the one that's been with you for months
Aren't I the one who has been in a relationship with you for months?
Tell me the truth, am I number one?
Please be honest and tell me if I am your first choice
Loads of stress, So give me your best
I have had many stressful relationships, so please give me your best effort
If he ever make you make me upset
If he ever upsets you and makes me angry
Tell him he should get a vest
He should protect himself, because I will physically harm him
Ima wife you u know, Your not just a link
I want to marry you, you are not just a casual fling
That's likes a life thing you know, Have a family with you
This is a lifelong commitment, I want to have a family with you
In this new school thing I'm the principle, But the old school says you shouldn't fight over girls
In this modern era, I believe in standing up for what's mine, but historically men were discouraged from fighting over women
I ain't gonna smoke ya
I won't physically harm you
I swear down she's onto you
I truly believe that she is trying to pursue a relationship with you
Contributed by Dylan P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@guitaro5000
I remember listening to this back in the day and it randomly popped up in my head today. WOw. I can't believe it's been over 10 years.
@xg4njaboyx813
i know madness! never get old tho
@stephendavies-hale6348
The flow between these two is incredible. They worked it together so well. One of my favourites from back ina da day! - Sway come back G!
@naithan936
The whole top boy and adulthood cast in the video 👀😂
@PinguNook
I played this on the bus so loud omg 😭😭
@SuperFLOSMAN
Underrated song Sway where u at come back
@rachelle8837
Exactly what I've been thinking a lot these last couple years
@Nalitus7331
@Mike Murphy Beats & Tutorials he aint making music any more, he almost got killed when caught up in something to do with eminem, anyhows because of all of that em gave him backing and funding to make a show that is regularly broadcast i forget what its called but its pretty big so long story short he is a dj host
@Nalitus7331
@Mike Murphy Beats & Tutorials
Lmfao shows how closely I follow things 😂!!
@laurenslife5811
Popped into my head today!! Tune tho 2021 💖