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.
123
T.I. Lyrics
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123, сделал на ней flip только от тоски
123, выкупай мой стиль, сам себе я гид
123, выкупаю хейт, ты купил мой хит
Одна пятитысячная красная купюра,я не возьму лопату
пусть ищет прокуратура, макдональдс,kfC не моя кандидатура,
нахуй басни о любви, ты тупая дура.
Я не верю никому, bitch again,
Мне предложат Lean, я скажу ok
Трезвый, но будто бы под cocaine
Зачитал и получил свой bank,не пизди,тебе не похуй на твой fame,
в пабликах все хейтят, ведь я noname
а когда узнают, захотят в my friend, но я не приму весь
ваш pussy gang
Pussy Gang, Pussy Location,ты не яркий, нахуй твой fashion
Ты никто, даже с кешом, где твой свэг? Ты белоснежный
Место одежды, куплю себе glock, я крестный отец,ты мой сынок
Я не люблю слушать, кто любит wok, ты хочешь сделать мне подарок,
подари bong, да, я ноунейм, это стелс - James Bond,
One,two,three не беси глок,
123 пуля те в лоб
123 ты будешь клоп
123, сука не беси, вышибу мозги
123, сделал на ней flip только от тоски
123, выкупай мой стиль, сам себе я гид
123, выкупаю хейт, ты купил мой хит
The lyrics to T.I.'s song "123" are brimming with the rapper's signature bravado and confidence. The title "123" is repeated throughout the song as a sort of mantra, with T.I. daring anyone to cross him or test his abilities. The crux of the song is about the power T.I. wields in the music industry, and how he won't let anyone stand in his way.
He makes it clear that money is no object to him, and he won't compromise his integrity for anyone. The lines "I won't take a shovel for a red five thousandth / Let the prosecutor look for it, McDonald's, KFC not my candidacy / Fuck love stories, you stupid bitch" demonstrate this unwillingness to bend. T.I. also talks about his mistrust of people, how he doesn't believe anyone, and that he doesn't care about fame as long as he can get his bank. He gives the impression that he's a lone wolf, and anyone who wants to join him better prove themselves worthy of it.
The use of Russian in the first couple of lines is a nod to the increasing globalization of rap music, and how it's becoming more popular in non-English speaking countries. The song's aggressive tone and T.I.'s lyrical prowess make for a catchy and memorable tune that shows why he's one of the biggest stars in hip-hop today.
Line by Line Meaning
123, сука не беси, вышибу мозги
I'm warning you, don't piss me off or I'll knock you out
123, сделал на ней flip только от тоски
I made her feel alive only because I was bored
123, выкупай мой стиль, сам себе я гид
My style is worth paying for, I'm my own guide
123, выкупаю хейт, ты купил мой хит
I bought out all the hate you had towards me, you helped me make a hit
Одна пятитысячная красная купюра,я не возьму лопату
I won't bother digging for a measly 5,000 ruble bill
пусть ищет прокуратура, макдональдс, kfC не моя кандидатура,
Let the prosecutor search all they want, I won't be found working at McDonald's or KFC
нахуй басни о любви, ты тупая дура.
Don't talk to me about love, you're a stupid idiot
Я не верю никому, bitch again,
I don't trust anyone, bitch, let me say it again
Мне предложат Lean, я скажу ok
If they offer me Lean, I'll say okay
Трезвый, но будто бы под cocaine
I'm sober but feel like I'm on cocaine
Зачитал и получил свой bank,не пизди,тебе не похуй на твой fame,
I wrote these lyrics and made money, don't talk shit, you care about your own fame too much
в пабликах все хейтят, ведь я noname
Everyone hates in public communities because I'm a nobody
а когда узнают, захотят в my friend, но я не приму весь ваш pussy gang
But when they find out about me, they'll want to be my friend, but I won't accept your entire pussy gang
Pussy Gang, Pussy Location,ты не яркий, нахуй твой fashion
Pussy Gang, Pussy Location, you're not shining, fuck your fashion
Ты никто, даже с кешом, где твой свэг? Ты белоснежный
You're a nobody, even with cash, where's your swagger? You're white as snow
Место одежды, куплю себе glock, я крестный отец,ты мой сынок
Instead of clothes, I'll buy myself a Glock, I'm the godfather and you're my son
Я не люблю слушать, кто любит wok, ты хочешь сделать мне подарок,
I don't like listening to people who like wok, you want to give me a gift
подари bong, да, я ноунейм, это стелс - James Bond,
Give me a bong, yes, I'm a nobody, this is stealth - James Bond
One,two,three не беси глок,
One, two, three, don't mess with the glock
123 пуля те в лоб
123, the bullet goes straight to your forehead
123 ты будешь клоп
123, you will be a parasite
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@matthewanderson9754
The struggle within himself is so legit, it's so amazing he can put it into lyrics and beats.
@Bkaithaone
Still one of the best hip hop albums ever. I can go a couple of years without listening to it, come back and its like the first time all over again.
@208AMBASSADOR
Me right now
@ericseanlynch
facts people sleep on tip so bad I compare this to Jesus piece by game classics that never really got the recognition they deserved
@jarvasedundy1
Facts
@litsitsomasemene3798
Still is🔥🔥😮💨
@tazmaniandevil8056
FAX Best album he ever did
@yusufmac5397
My first CD I brought with my money as a kid. Had it on repeat everyday in my last year of primary school. The good days. Coming back to this story line as an adult now is still top tier. Bangers for days
@BlackJohnnyCage
A Masterpiece that's forgotten about to the masses. True Atlanta music.
@ripkooly6391
BlackJohnnyCage Exactly