As of October 2008, T.I. has had nine Top 10 Billboard Hot 100 singles, with 3 of them reaching number 1 ("My Love" by Justin Timberlake on which T.I. was featured, "Whatever You Like," & "Live Your Life" featuring Rihanna).
The Love This Life Songfacts reports that Love This Life, the first official single from T.I.'s eighth album, Trouble Man, was released on April 2, 2012 via YouTube.
T.I. is from Bankhead, Atlanta, Georgia and was raised by his grandparents. T.I. explained the origin of his nickname Rubber Band Man, saying, "We used to wear rubber bands to signify how much money, how much blow we had." He was nicknamed "Tip" after his paternal great-grandfather. Upon signing with Arista Records subsidiary LaFace Records in 2001, he shortened his name to T.I. out of respect for label mate Q-Tip.
T.I. has been in a relationship with former Xscape member Tameka "Tiny" Cottle since 2001. Together, they have two sons: King and Major Harris. He has three other children with ex-girlfriend Lashon Dixon: Domani, Messiah and Deyjah. Overall, T.I. has five children.
T.I. was co-executive producer of B.G.'s upcoming album and making beats for artists like Mariah Carey, Cassidy, Rick Ross, Maino, B.o.B., Yung Joc, Young Dro, and himself. He also executive produced the soundtrack to the film Hustle & Flow and released the collection through his record label.
11. Let Me Tell You Something
T.I. Lyrics
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Want to be your man, please, tell you why
(I know what y'all thinking)
Doop doop doop doop doop doop
(First he can't be my man, now he want to be my man)
(I wish this nigga make his mind up)
Can't live my life, tell you why
(All my niggas man we gonna have be 21 bout this shit you know)
(We gonna step out the track for one sec, one sec)
[Verse 1]
Now what I got to say, seal with a kiss
Know I can't be your man why I feel like this
What I need with a woman when I live like this
Different chicks running in and out the crib like this
Maybe five, maybe six, seven, eight'll be enough
Plus the twins make ten but for you I give it up
Set times to the side just for us to live it up
Walking out a rav farm, purple label linen up
It's hard for me to discuss what I had vision for us
Lots of trust, and a crib worth a couple million plus
So what if I got a pass, labeled a dirt bag
By the minute, hearts I broken and women I hurt bad
Might I add Christian Dior and fur jackets
A part of the pack, but still far from a marriage
It's easy to lose balance when hearts just start caring
With the attractions apparent, its hard to stop staring
[Chorus]
Hey baby let me tell you something, come here I need to tell you something
(Tell you why)
Hey shorty let me tell you something, want to talk need to tell you something
(doop doop doop doop doop doop doop)
Lil mama let me tell you something, I want to tell you something
(Cant live my life, without you)
Hey baby let me tell you something, Shorty I've been meaning to tell you something
(Oh baby, oh baby)
[Verse 2]
If I can get a little bit of your time, shorty
I got some shit I want to get out my mind, and I know
You get enough of niggas hollering ya fine (hey
Ask, ask ya friend man, man I got this)
Introductions seem to bug you, them partners of mine
My bad, I know you think I'm probably lying
Then I'ma stop to conversate, relates all of ya time, man
Look, but half of that shit is all in ya mind
Say you should follow your heart and I'm follow my mind
But anyway, when I see yo' face
I'm thinking three or four days in Montego Bay
At the Half Moon, but I know she goin' say
I already have too many hoes, I know
But if I had you, all the dough I'd blow
On eleven karat pink stones trillion row
I want to be the reason why you showing ya teeth
Without a worry in the world when you rolling with me
[Chorus]
(I Want To Be Your Man)
In T.I.'s song "Let Me Tell You Something," the rapper expresses his conflicted feelings about wanting to commit to a woman but struggling to let go of his wild lifestyle. In the first verse, he acknowledges his reputation as a player but also expresses a desire to settle down and build a life with someone. He paints an idyllic picture of a luxurious existence with "lots of trust" and a multimillion-dollar home, but also acknowledges that past mistakes might make that difficult. In the chorus, T.I. directly addresses the woman he's interested in, urging her to listen to what he has to say and pleading with her to give him a chance.
The second verse sees T.I. making a more direct pitch to the woman he's interested in, emphasizing his desire to give her the world (in the form of lavish trips and expensive jewelry) and make her happy. He also addresses some of the woman's potential objections, acknowledging that he has a lot of female admirers but trying to convince her that she's the one he really wants. The song is ultimately a romantic plea from a man who wants to change his ways and build a life with someone special.
Line by Line Meaning
Want to be your man, please, tell you why
I want to be in a serious relationship with you and I am going to explain why
Doop doop doop doop doop doop
The sound signifies a transition from the intro to the verse
Can't live my life, tell you why
I cannot continue living my life without you and I will explain why
Oh baby, oh baby
Expressing affection and attraction to the woman
Now what I got to say, seal with a kiss
I am going to tell you my feelings with sincerity and honesty
Know I can't be your man why I feel like this
Although I know we cannot be together due to certain circumstances, I still have feelings for you
What I need with a woman when I live like this
I have a lifestyle with many different women, but I feel a strong desire for you
Different chicks running in and out the crib like this
I have a lot of women coming and going from my house
Maybe five, maybe six, seven, eight'll be enough
I have had many women in my life, but I believe you could be the one to make me monogamous
Plus the twins make ten but for you I give it up
I have been with many women and have children, but I am willing to give it all up for you
Set times to the side just for us to live it up
I am willing to change my lifestyle to accommodate our relationship
Walking out a rav farm, purple label linen up
I am a wealthy man who is accustomed to luxury, and I want to share it with you
It's hard for me to discuss what I had vision for us
It is difficult for me to talk about my hopes and dreams for our future together
Lots of trust, and a crib worth a couple million plus
I envision a future where we have a mansion and a strong foundation of trust between us
So what if I got a pass, labeled a dirt bag
I have a reputation for being unfaithful, but I am willing to change for you
By the minute, hearts I broken and women I hurt bad
I have hurt many women in the past, but I am willing to change for you
Might I add Christian Dior and fur jackets
I enjoy expensive clothing and want to share that with you
A part of the pack, but still far from a marriage
I may be part of a group of men who act the same way as me, but I want something more serious with you
It's easy to lose balance when hearts just start caring
It is easy to become lost in our feelings for each other and forget about everything else
With the attractions apparent, its hard to stop staring
I am very attracted to you, and I cannot stop looking at you
Hey baby let me tell you something, come here I need to tell you something
Reiterating the desire to share something important
Lil mama let me tell you something, I want to tell you something
Addressing the woman and expressing the desire to share something important
Hey shorty let me tell you something, want to talk need to tell you something
Calling the woman by a nickname and expressing the desire to have a conversation with her
Hey baby let me tell you something, Shorty I've been meaning to tell you something
Repeating the desire to share something important
If I can get a little bit of your time, shorty
Asking for the woman's attention
I got some shit I want to get out my mind, and I know
I have some important things to express to you
You get enough of niggas hollering ya fine
Men are always trying to talk to you because of your attractiveness
Ask, ask ya friend man, man I got this
Asking the woman to verify his honesty with her friends
Introductions seem to bug you, them partners of mine
The women he introduces to his friends seem to bother her
My bad, I know you think I'm probably lying
Apologizing for any dishonesty and acknowledging her skepticism
Then I'ma stop to conversate, relates all of ya time, man
He will stop to talk and listen to her, making her feel valued
Look, but half of that shit is all in ya mind
He is trying to reassure her that her doubts and worries are unfounded
Say you should follow your heart and I'm follow my mind
They have different viewpoints on relationships, but are willing to try and make it work
But anyway, when I see yo' face
He is drawn to her when he sees her
I'm thinking three or four days in Montego Bay
He is imagining a romantic getaway with her
At the Half Moon, but I know she goin' say
He already predicts her response to his suggestion
I already have too many hoes, I know
She has already expressed to him that she does not want to be a part of his many lovers
But if I had you, all the dough I'd blow
He is willing to spend all his money on her if she were to be his girlfriend
On eleven karat pink stones trillion row
He would buy her expensive jewelry
I want to be the reason why you showing ya teeth
He wants to be the one who makes her smile and happy
Without a worry in the world when you rolling with me
He wants her to feel free, happy and without any worry when she is around him
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROGER TROUTMAN, LARRY TROUTMAN, CLIFFORD HARRIS, KANYE WEST
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Dylan Zitkus
Bros on a streak rn 🔥🔥
Jack Gooney
lemme get 3 minutes rq , go type in jay pop , love is murder
Playbruhjc
DYLANNN
Vidio Unik
never stop playing this music 🔥
Lil Max
@Jack Gooney Excuse me, take a sec and listen to some of the records I've made , then give me ur honest opinion on it. I'd really appreciate it fam 💯. Have a great week.
Crypticc
@Lil Max cringe self promotion lol those 40 comments of sp get u anywhere? 🤡☠
chloe
@Crypticcy u. mad
The Street Interviewer
This dude be telling stories like a Boss.
Lil Max
Excuse me, take a sec and listen to some of the records I've made , then give me ur honest opinion on it. I'd really appreciate it fam 💯. Have a great week.
Jameson Walker
Tee needs to make tubie movies from his raps