(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 X
Sway Lyrics
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Oi oi babe oi put it down man
What are you hiding?
Im not hiding nothing
The reason why I got security code on the fone
Is cos I got bare celebrities on the fone (mm, mm)
If I lose my fone everybodys f'ed (yh, yh)
Are u still speaking to my man (yh whatever)
You're still speaking to him init?
Does my man think im a punk
Dinging 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, u better tell him that its long
If not u best believe I be gone
What kinda ex would send this text
I miss you where's his respect
Oh yeh oh yeh oh yeh
Act like its jus innocent
Oh yeh oh yeh oh yeh
You don't wanna see me get militant
What what
Now babes am i wrong
Im not gonna have it tho, babes im a don
Im gonna get wicked if he don't get rid of ur digits
N stop sending you kisses on facebook dot com
Why he ringin ur fone (I don't know)
What does he want from you (I don't know)
Don't he know that your not alone (I dont know)
I swear my mans onto you
Hes just my ex (f ur ex)
Hes just my ex (f ur ex)
Hes just my ex (f ur ex)
And I think hes cool (then go f ur ex)
Does my girl tink me a dunce
Belling off ya bludclart fone when she wants
Me ring ya line n me cant get thru
N im the one whos been with u for months (what you talking about)
Do u think that im dumb (no babe)
No wait hold on, im I done
Tell me truth, am I number one
Cos right now I don't feel like im the one
Oh yeh oh yeh oh yeh
I know that ur not on the fone to ur boy
Oh yeh oh yeh oh yeh
Trust I can hear that's a female voice
No no go away have your fun
Go go to the rave til its done
This is not her fault it takes two to tango
Please don't act like u aint had a dance
Whys she ringin ur 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 shes onto you
Shes just my ex (f ur ex)
Shes my ex (f ur ex)
Shes just my ex (f ur ex)
And I think shes cool (then go f ur ex)
Im with you, ive been true
Past relationships ive been through
Loads of stress, so give me ur best
The truth is she just my ex
Im with you, ive been true
Past relationships ive been through
Loads of stress, so give me a rest
Cos the truth is he just my ex
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 tell him he should get a tech
Cos I like you u know, ima wife you u know
Ur not just a link ur my wifey u know
Wifey you know, that's like a life thing u know
Have a family with you, that's likely u know
What u don't think I should fight for you, no
In this new skool thing im the principle
Cos the old skool says u shouldn't fight over girls
But the new skool do it for the principle
I know im not invincible
But dnt ur ex have some things to do
Im only joking I aint gonna smoke ya
And nobody put no rings on you so do u
Whys he ringin ur fone (I don't know)
What does he want from you (I don't know)
Don't he know that your not alone (I dony know)
I swear my mans onto you
Hes just my ex (f ur ex)
Hes just my ex (f ur ex)
Hes just my ex (f ur ex)
And I think hes cool (then go f ur ex)
Whys she ringin ur 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 shes onto you
Shes just my ex (f ur ex)
Shes my ex (f ur ex)
Shes just my ex (f ur ex)
And I think shes cool (then go f ur ex)
The song "F Ur X" by Sway Ft. Stush is a confrontational and assertive message to their exes who are still trying to intervene and interrupt their new relationships. The lyrics are full of accusations and threats, with both artists expressing their loyalty and commitment to their current partners while warning their exes to stay away. The artists are fiercely protective of their relationships and are willing to defend them at all costs.
The first verse is about Sway's ex who is still trying to contact him and is also in touch with Sway's current girlfriend. Sway is suspicious of their intentions and questions if they're trying to cause trouble. The chorus reinforces the message that their exes should move on and not interfere with their new relationships. The second verse is about Stush's ex, who is also trying to reach out and contact her. Stush is equally defensive and willing to fight for her new relationship. The song ends with both artists declaring that their exes are in the past, and they're completely over them.
Overall, "F Ur X" is a strong and empowering message that encourages people to move on from their past relationships and focus on their present. The lyrics are aggressive, but they address a common issue that many people face while starting a new relationship. Through this song, the artists aim to inspire listeners to be more decisive and bold about ending their old relationships and moving on with their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Oi oi babe oi put it down man
The singer is asking the partner what they are doing on their phone.
What are you hiding?
The partner is suspected of lying or hiding something.
Im not hiding nothing
The partner denies hiding anything.
The reason why I got security code on the fone
The partner has put a security code on their phone.
Is cos I got bare celebrities on the fone (mm, mm)
The partner has many celebrities' contacts on their phone.
If I lose my fone everybodys f'ed (yh, yh)
If the phone gets lost, it will have consequences for many people.
But you can talk
The singer allows the partner to continue speaking.
Are u still speaking to my man (yh whatever)
The artist asks if the partner is still in contact with their ex.
You're still speaking to him init?
The artist is verifying if their partner is still communicating with their ex.
Does my man think im a punk
The artist feels that their partner does not respect them enough.
Dinging you down anytime that he wants
The singer feels that their partner's ex has easy access to them.
I said you can have male friends if you want
The artist allows their partner to have male friends.
But I don't think that's what my mans on
The singer suspects that their partner's male friends are actually romantic interests.
Real talk, u better tell him that its long
The singer's partner needs to communicate that their previous relationship is over.
If not u best believe I be gone
If the partner does not follow through, the singer will leave.
What kinda ex would send this text
The artist expresses disbelief at their partner's ex's behavior.
I miss you where's his respect
The artist's partner's ex sent them a message expressing missing them, which is inappropriate.
Oh yeh oh yeh oh yeh
The singer repeats a phrase indicating frustration.
Act like its jus innocent
The singer feels their partner is pretending that their actions seem innocent when they are not.
You don't wanna see me get militant
The artist warns their partner that the situation could escalate.
What what
The artist is asking their partner to listen.
Now babes am i wrong
The artist is asking their partner a question to confirm their suspicions.
Im not gonna have it tho, babes im a don
The singer is not willing to tolerate this behavior.
Im gonna get wicked if he don't get rid of ur digits
The artist will become very angry if their partner's ex doesn't stop contacting their partner.
N stop sending you kisses on facebook dot com
The singer's partner's ex is sending romantic messages via Facebook.
Why he ringin ur fone (I don't know)
The singer is asking their partner why their ex is calling.
What does he want from you (I don't know)
The singer is asking their partner what their ex wants.
Don't he know that your not alone (I don't know)
The artist is questioning why their partner's ex is contacting them when they are in a new relationship.
I swear my mans onto you
The artist suspects their partner's ex is trying to cause problems.
Hes just my ex (f ur ex)
The singer is sending a message to their partner's ex to stop contacting them.
And I think hes cool (then go f ur ex)
The singer thinks their partner's ex is cool, but they still need to leave their partner alone.
Does my girl tink me a dunce
The artist is questioning if their partner thinks they are unintelligent.
Me ring ya line n me cant get thru
The artist has called their partner, but they are not answering.
N im the one whos been with u for months (what you talking about)
The artist has been with their partner for months and feels they should have priority.
Do u think that im dumb (no babe)
The singer is asking their partner if they think they are being taken advantage of.
No wait hold on, im I done
The artist is wondering if their relationship is over.
Tell me truth, am I number one
The singer is seeking confirmation that they are their partner's top priority.
Cos right now I don't feel like im the one
The singer is expressing that they feel neglected.
I know that ur not on the fone to ur boy
The singer is certain that their partner is not talking to a male friend.
Trust I can hear that's a female voice
The artist can tell that their partner is talking to a female on the phone.
No no go away have your fun
The artist is telling their partner to go have fun.
Go go to the rave til its done
The singer suggests their partner go to a party and have a good time.
This is not her fault it takes two to tango
The singer recognizes that both parties are involved in their partner's communication with another person.
Please don't act like u aint had a dance
The artist is asking their partner to be honest about their interactions with the other person.
Whys she ringin ur fone (I don't know)
The artist is asking their partner why the other person is calling them.
Tell her that your not alone (what for)
The artist suggests their partner inform the other person that they are in a committed relationship.
Shes just my ex (f ur ex)
The singer is sending a message to the other person to stop contacting their partner.
And I think shes cool (then go f ur ex)
The artist thinks the other person is cool, but they still need to leave their partner alone in order to move on.
Im with you, ive been true
The singer has been faithful in their current relationship.
Past relationships ive been through
The singer has experienced previous relationships in the past.
Loads of stress, so give me ur best
The singer has been through a lot in prior relationships, so they want their partner's best effort in this one.
The truth is she just my ex
The artist's previous relationship is not currently a threat to their current one.
If my man try to send you another text
The artist is sending a warning message to the other person that their partner is in a committed relationship and should not be contacting them.
Text him back, tell him he should get a vest
The other person should be prepared for the singer's partner to defend their relationship.
If he ever make you, make me upset
The singer will take action if the other person upsets their partner.
Text him again tell him he should get a tech
The other person should find a new way to communicate.
Cos I like you u know, ima wife you u know
The artist likes their partner a lot and sees a future with them.
Ur not just a link ur my wifey u know
The artist sees their partner as more than just a casual connection, but as a long-term romantic interest.
Wifey you know, that's like a life thing u know
The singer equates being a wifey with a long term commitment.
Have a family with you, that's likely u know
The artist sees having a future family with their partner as a possibility.
What u don't think I should fight for you, no
The singer is willing to fight for their relationship with their partner.
In this new skool thing im the principle
The singer is establishing their position in their modern relationship.
Cos the old skool says u shouldn't fight over girls
Traditionally, fighting over a woman was not seen as appropriate or respectful.
But the new skool do it for the principle
The modern approach values standing up for and protecting one's partner.
I know im not invincible
The artist knows they are not invincible.
But don't ur ex have some things to do
The singer thinks their partner's ex has better things to do than bother their current relationship.
Im only joking I aint gonna smoke ya
The singer is making a joke that they will not harm the other person for contacting their partner.
And nobody put no rings on you so do u
The other person is free to live their life without a commitment to the artist's partner.
Contributed by Grayson W. 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 💖