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.
All The Time
T.I. Lyrics
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Choppin' blades, these blades
All the corners bent
To get paid, get paid
Truly means nothing if you've never been in love (love, love, love, love)
Truly means nothing if you've never been in love (love, love, love, love)
Chop-chop with an attitude (attitude)
Get back what you had to do (had to do)
Everything by capitol (capitol)
Came up where it never good (never good)
Cameras always against the wood (against the wood)
You probably would've had a crib (had the crib)
But you went and got a 'Lac DeVille
Got a girl that bite the dick (bite the D)
Drop top for ya driver need
G said when the pain get scratched and it ain't on flat but ya got to see it (got to see it)
Pop trunk and you show the glow (show the glow)
Ain't nothin' she ain't seen before
You ain't even try to hold the do'
You ain't never been in love before
Listen
All the time I spent
Choppin' blades, these blades
All the corners bent
To get paid, get paid
Truly means nothing if you've never been in love (love, love, love, love)
Truly means nothing if you've never been in love (love, love, love, love)
Yeah, I went and copped a slab
With chrome on the tires
Pink in the rain, put the screens in the visor
Banging the trunk like the trunk could be louder
Candy painted like a Willy Wonka wrapper
Tailor made this suit so Dan ain't even Dapper
Player with my stature
Steppin' out, steppin' out clean on 'em
Had a horizontal kinda lean on 'em
But I'm screwed up, zooted up, double cup too
Top been down but the A/C blew
On a hot summer day when the freaks out to play
Let the bae pave the way 'cause the kid coming through
But coming down ain't quite all it seem
Jackers on lurk and law's contained
I'ma tell you 'bout it in these neon minks
Popped up twice when I find a queen
All the time I spent
Choppin' blades, these blades
All the corners bent
To get paid, get paid
Truly means nothing if you've never been in love (love, love, love, love)
Truly means nothing if you've never been in love (love, love, love, love)
In T.I. feat. Scarface's song "All The Time," the lyrics delve into the theme of love and its significance in one's life. The opening lines, "All the time I spent choppin' blades, these blades / All the corners bent to get paid, get paid," symbolize the hardships and struggles the artists have faced in their pursuit of success. The phrase "choppin' blades" refers to their efforts in cutting through obstacles and carving their own path, while the "corners bent" represents the compromises they have made to achieve financial stability.
However, the lyrics emphasize that all these material accomplishments hold no value if one has never experienced true love. The repetition of the line, "Truly means nothing if you've never been in love," reinforces this message. It suggests that love is a transformative and essential element of life, something that cannot be substituted or replaced by material possessions. The artists highlight the emptiness and insignificance of their achievements without the presence of love in their lives.
As the song progresses, T.I. and Scarface reference their lavish lifestyles, with mentions of "slabs" (custom cars), "chrome on the tires," and "candy painted" vehicles. These luxurious elements exemplify their success and demonstrate the kind of life they lead. However, they juxtapose these material possessions with the idea that love is the ultimate prize and that all these trappings of wealth and status pale in comparison to the power of love. The lyrics also touch upon the challenges and risks associated with their lifestyle, such as facing "jackers on lurk" and encountering law enforcement.
Overall, "All The Time" conveys a message that love holds an unparalleled significance in life, overshadowing material wealth and success.
Line by Line Meaning
All the time I spent
Every moment and effort I dedicated
Choppin' blades, these blades
Modifying cars by installing customized rims
All the corners bent
Taking risks and bending rules
To get paid, get paid
To earn money and achieve financial success
Truly means nothing if you've never been in love (love, love, love, love)
All these materialistic accomplishments hold no value if you have never experienced love
Uh, want love but the slab'll do (slab'll do)
Desiring love, but finding contentment in the modified car
Chop-chop with an attitude (attitude)
Working hard with determination and confidence
Get back what you had to do (had to do)
Receiving the rewards you deserve for the efforts you put in
Everything by capitol (capitol)
Achieving success in every aspect of life
Came up where it never good (never good)
Originating from a place where the circumstances were unfavorable
Cameras always against the wood (against the wood)
Being constantly watched and criticized
You probably would've had a crib (had the crib)
You could have owned a house
But you went and got a 'Lac DeVille
But instead, you chose to purchase a Cadillac DeVille car
Got a girl that bite the dick (bite the D)
Having a partner who is daring and adventurous in intimate encounters
Drop top for ya driver need
A convertible car for your chauffeur's needs
G said when the pain get scratched and it ain't on flat but ya got to see it (got to see it)
In times of struggle and difficulty, you need to face it and confront it head-on
Pop trunk and you show the glow (show the glow)
Opening the trunk of the car to display its impressive features
Ain't nothin' she ain't seen before
There is nothing new or exciting she hasn't already experienced
You ain't even try to hold the do'
You didn't even attempt to keep things under control
You ain't never been in love before
You have never truly experienced love in your life
Yeah, I went and copped a slab
Yes, I purchased a customized car
With chrome on the tires
Having chrome accents on the wheels
Pink in the rain, put the screens in the visor
Installing pink screens in the car's sun visor despite the rain
Banging the trunk like the trunk could be louder
Playing music loudly from the car's trunk
Candy painted like a Willy Wonka wrapper
The car's paint job is vibrant and colorful like a candy wrapper from Willy Wonka's chocolate factory
Tailor made this suit so Dan ain't even Dapper
Wearing a custom-made suit that surpasses even Dan's impeccable style
Player with my stature
Maintaining a confident and stylish persona
Steppin' out, steppin' out clean on 'em
Presenting oneself in a fashionable and impressive manner to others
Had a horizontal kinda lean on 'em
Displaying a tilted posture in a laid-back manner
But I'm screwed up, zooted up, double cup too
However, I am intoxicated, high, and drinking from two cups simultaneously
Top been down but the A/C blew
Driving with the convertible top down, but the air conditioning is still functioning
On a hot summer day when the freaks out to play
During a scorching summer day when adventurous individuals are out enjoying themselves
Let the bae pave the way 'cause the kid coming through
Allowing the significant other to lead and guide the way as the person makes their entrance
But coming down ain't quite all it seem
However, the experience of coming down from the high is not as glamorous as it appears
Jackers on lurk and law's contained
Criminals are stealthily waiting for an opportunity to steal, while law enforcement presence is held back
I'ma tell you 'bout it in these neon minks
I will narrate the story while wearing flashy and attention-grabbing fur coats
Popped up twice when I find a queen
Reacting with excitement and interest when discovering an exceptional woman
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Justin Scott
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kermych2876
King this song is to real, RIP BIG PHIL, KING keep being the KING and BUN it's UGK for life!
@pasoedodibornnla2373
Been searching for this since 2010
@willking2760
The King 👑💯🔥
@akoo9904
Don't know where you find all these classics of my man Tip but keep bringing them
@solomonfarooq5131
Ti keep doing your job giving us nice music to relax an remind times we can't get back
@ericparham4781
This was ☝️of tha best song's
@jonathanpereira2796
A lenda vive!
Maior de todos os tempos! Saudações do Brasil 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷
@nicksahloby4097
"damn son where did you find this?" serious question
@dannydbrown90
Why don't you actually listen to his mixtapes then you will find songs like this
@anthonybelton-ford3124
If you listen carefully, you can hear "you ain't missing nothing" from paper trail.
He must have recorded that close to recording this