Slim Thug and Chamillionaire also gained fame with the Swishahouse label but have gone on to form their own labels (Boss Hogg Outlawz and Chamillitary, respectively), however the former has maintaned affiliations with Swishahouse as a crew.
Swishahouse started in the late 1990s in north Houston as a response to the popularity of screwed and chopped music from Houston's south side. () Hip-hop fans on the north side wanted to hear their local artists on slowed-down releases. Swishahouse began distributing popular mixtape series such as The Day Hell Broke Loose and F-Action (which featured chopped and screwed versions of R&B songs). The huge independent sales of their mixtapes led them to create the motto "Major Without A Major Deal". Due to the volatile Northside/Southside Houston beef, many Northside fans of screw music couldn't listen to Chopped & Screwed.
Thanks to the success of "Still Tippin" (a song that was originally featured on The Day Hell Broke Loose 2), Swishahouse was able to sign a deal with Asylum Records to gain national distribution. In addition to chopping and screwing Swishahouse's releases, Michael Watts has recently been commissioned to screw and chop several southern rap albums such as the Lil Jon and the Eastside Boyz' Crunk Juice, Slim Thug's Already Platinum, Dem Franchize Boyz's On Top Of Our Game, and Lil Wayne's Tha Carter II.
Mike Jones became the first Swishahouse artist to release a major label album with Who Is Mike Jones?, which was released in April 2005 and went on to sell over a million copies. Jones is planning a follow up album, tentatively titled The American Dream, which is slated for release on Valentine's Day 2007. Paul Wall's major label debut, The People's Champ, landed at the top of the Billboard charts at the time of its August release.
During late 2005, Mike Jones left Swishahouse, allegedly after a dispute over money with owner Michael Watts. Jones fired his Swishahouse manager T. Farris and is now managed by Rap-A-Lot Records. However, contracts dictate that Jones still owes albums to Swishahouse, and recently Jones got back on good terms with Swishahouse to distribute Ice Age.
The label is also in talks with anime giant & native Houston company ADV Films for an Anime Screwed & Chopped Megamix series.
Swishahouse released it's long anticipated compilation album The Day Hell Broke Loose 3 on October 17th, 2006. It is sold in stores in two different formats: The normal version, which has a red cover, and the Swishahouse Remix (Screwed & Chopped), which has an icy blue cover.
Cash That I Got
Swishahouse Lyrics
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[talking]
What my motherfucking name
Mike Jones (Who), Mike Jones (Who), Mike Jones
My album "Who Is Mike Jones" coming soon, yeah
Here come who, Mike Jones
Hitting the block with rocks in socks, let down my top when the sun is hot
Ice dripping from grill and watch, some complain cause Mike is hot
I'm hopping out so they baller block, pimping hoes in the parking lot
Flip in thongs, with no halter top
They say Mike Jones without the "Who", I blew up fast I thought you knew
Down South we bang Screw, when I'm done with it it'll be a Peru
When I flow you can't deny, I'm cold as fuck and I'm all so fly
Hoes bop when I pass by, cause they know I'm a fly guy
Show my grill and you stuck still, she a han'capping I'm a fuck still
Hop in the Lincoln for buck fills, screens fall down saying "what's the deal"
Coming soon is "Runnin The Game", so y'all can see how I'm running the game
I hit the streets fans run up to me, and tell me that that I'm running thangs
Mike Jones, Slim Thug, Lil Keke we be
Valeting in V.I.P., sipping Henessy with a dime piece
On my side when I ride, I'm on 24's like T.I
Definition of Mike Jones and the Swishahouse, we fly
I talk the talk and walk the walk, princess cuts in my platinum mouth
When "Who is Mike Jones" come, I'ma put a mill in the vault
I talk the talk and walk the walk princess cuts in my platinum mouth
When "Who is Mike Jones" come, I'ma put a mill in the vault
[Hook x2: Mike Jones & (Paul Wall)]
Cash flow I flip alot, freak hoes I pimp alot
Playa haters, I ain't tripping about
Cause they ain't got the cash, that I got
(Cash flow I flip alot, freak hoes I pimp alot
Playa haters, I ain't tripping about
Cause they ain't got the cash, that I got)
[Lil' Keke]
Who is Mike Jones, who is Lil' Ke
Ain't no motherfucking where, that you niggaz know me
An underground legend, making plenty of wealth
S.U.C. to the finish, it's the Don himself
Yeah I'm platinum bound, with this platinum sound
Hit the strip on a Sunday, let the top lay down
Spit this gangsta shit, and they love it for real
I sold five hundred thousand, no major deal
That's the truth, nigga
Pull the sound scan, I swear that's the proof nigga
Side ways, got my deuce out the roof nigga
And they loving it G
Certified go-getter, out the 7-1-3
I'm a O.G (O.G.), and I pay what it cost
Me and Slim Thug the Boss, at the Swishahouse
I'm bouncing on 24's, rolling on big thangs
Hitting the highway, and I'm still changing lanes
[Hook x2]
[Slim Thug]
It's Slim Thugger motherfucker, the big Boss of the North
That been Boss, since I was spitting hits with the House
And I'm sitting on too much mail, to put it for sale
You want my spot oh well, come follow my trail
A trendsetter been having cheddar since uh, forever
(Slim when you gon drop your solo) shit, prolly never
I'd rather spit these hit flows, and get rich off those
(picture this) a underground rapper, with his own clothes
(who knows) I done shows, every week straight since 9-8
Off these other cats tracks, now who else done done dat
And still turned down deals, worth more than a mill
(naw I'm a chill) and I'm still, worth more than a mill for real
I got my money right, Slim set for life
So next time you think you the nicest, think twice
Take my advice (have your shit right), before you contest
Cause when you messing with these three, you fucking with the best nigga
[Hook x2]
The song "Cash That I Got" by Swishahouse featuring Paul Wall, Mike Jones, Slim Thug, and Lil' Keke is a celebration of the artists' success and wealth. They rap about their flashy cars, expensive jewelry, and pimped-out lifestyle. Mike Jones starts the song off with a reference to his upcoming album "Who Is Mike Jones" before diving into his verse about his success in the music industry. Lil' Keke chimes in with his own verse about his platinum-selling albums and Slim Thug boasts about his "too much mail" to put his spot up for sale.
The overall theme of the song is about how the artists have made it big and have more money than their haters. They pride themselves on their success and are not bothered by anyone who doesn't have the same level of wealth as they do. The hook "Cash flow I flip a lot, freak hoes I pimp a lot, playa haters, I ain't trippin' about, cause they ain't got the cash that I got" emphasizes this idea.
While the lyrics may come across as braggadocious, it is also important to note that the artists are acknowledging and celebrating their hard work and success in the music industry. They have overcome obstacles and have made it to the top, and they are proud of it.
Line by Line Meaning
Hitting the block with rocks in socks, let down my top when the sun is hot
Selling drugs on the street and showing off my car when the weather's nice.
Ice dripping from grill and watch, some complain cause Mike is hot
Wearing expensive jewelry that attracts attention and jealousy from others.
I'm hopping out so they baller block, pimping hoes in the parking lot
Stepping out of my car and exploiting women for money.
Flip in thongs, with no halter top
Watching women dance in revealing clothing.
They say Mike Jones without the "Who", I blew up fast I thought you knew
People recognize me without me having to say my name because I became famous quickly.
Down South we bang Screw, when I'm done with it it'll be a Peru
Referencing the music style from the South and saying he will make it even more popular.
When I flow you can't deny, I'm cold as fuck and I'm all so fly
Boasting about his rapping skills and overall coolness.
Hoes bop when I pass by, cause they know I'm a fly guy
Women are attracted to him because of his appearance.
Show my grill and you stuck still, she a han'capping I'm a fuck still
Showing off his expensive dental jewelry and being able to have sex with women despite his stuttering problem.
Coming soon is "Runnin The Game", so y'all can see how I'm running the game
Promoting an upcoming project that will demonstrate his success in the music industry.
I hit the streets fans run up to me, and tell me that that I'm running thangs
Fans admire him and his accomplishments.
Valeting in V.I.P., sipping Henessy with a dime piece
Living luxuriously with an attractive partner.
On my side when I ride, I'm on 24's like T.I
Driving a car with expensive rims and making a comparison to another rapper.
Definition of Mike Jones and the Swishahouse, we fly
Describing himself and his record label as cool.
I talk the talk and walk the walk, princess cuts in my platinum mouth
Showing off his expensive dental jewelry and talking about his success.
When "Who is Mike Jones" come, I'ma put a mill in the vault
Expecting to earn a lot of money from his upcoming album.
Cash flow I flip alot, freak hoes I pimp alot
Talking about his sources of income through drug dealing and exploiting women.
Cause they ain't got the cash, that I got
Not caring about people who don't have as much money as himself.
Ain't no motherfucking where, that you niggaz know me
Saying that he's not well known despite his accomplishments.
An underground legend, making plenty of wealth
Acknowledging his fame and wealth despite not being as mainstream as other artists.
S.U.C. to the finish, it's the Don himself
Being affiliated with the Screwed Up Click and calling himself a leader.
Yeah I'm platinum bound, with this platinum sound
Having popular music and expecting to earn a lot of money.
Spit this gangsta shit, and they love it for real
Rapping about violence and crime and being well received by fans.
I sold five hundred thousand, no major deal
Selling a lot of records without being signed to a major record label.
That's the truth, nigga
Asserting the truthfulness of his statement.
And they loving it G
His fans really like his music.
Certified go-getter, out the 7-1-3
Considering himself a hard worker and identifying his neighborhood.
I'm a O.G (O.G.), and I pay what it cost
Referring to himself as an original gangster and being willing to pay for what he wants.
Me and Slim Thug the Boss, at the Swishahouse
Being at the headquarters of his record label with fellow rapper Slim Thug.
I'm bouncing on 24's, rolling on big thangs
Driving a car with large rims and expensive features.
Hitting the highway, and I'm still changing lanes
Driving fast and recklessly.
It's Slim Thugger motherfucker, the big Boss of the North
Introducing himself as a rapper from the North and describing his role in the music industry.
That been Boss, since I was spitting hits with the House
Considering himself a boss since he began making music.
And I'm sitting on too much mail, to put it for sale
Having so much money, he doesn't need to sell music to make more.
You want my spot oh well, come follow my trail
Challenging others who want his success to try and replicate his achievements.
A trendsetter been having cheddar since uh, forever
Being a leader in the music industry and having money for a long time.
I'd rather spit these hit flows, and get rich off those
Preferring to focus on making successful music and earning money.
(picture this) a underground rapper, with his own clothes
Saying that he has a successful clothing line.
(who knows) I done shows, every week straight since 9-8
Performing frequently since 1998.
Off these other cats tracks, now who else done done dat
Rapping on beats made by other artists and asking who else has done that.
And still turned down deals, worth more than a mill
Rejecting offers from major record labels despite their high value.
(naw I'm a chill) and I'm still, worth more than a mill for real
Not being stressed about money and having a lot of it.
I got my money right, Slim set for life
Having financial security for the rest of his life.
So next time you think you the nicest, think twice
Warning others not to challenge his dominance in the music industry.
Take my advice (have your shit right), before you contest
Advising others to prepare properly before challenging him.
Cause when you messing with these three, you fucking with the best nigga
Referring to himself, Mike Jones, and Lil Keke as the best in the game and warning others not to try and compete.
Contributed by Hudson R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.