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.
BOY
T.I. Lyrics
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Oh, you're very sweet
We spent two days with nothing on
But cassette tapes from '93
Boy, my joy's in your skin, boy
When we get to talking, boy
I really want it, boy
All of my real filthy dreams come true
When I pull you in the bar bathroom
Oh, boy, I like your tongue in my mouth
Oh, boy, I like my back on your couch
Oh, boy, c'mon and put my anxious heart to rest
Boy, boy, boy, boy
Boy, boy, boy, boy
Come outside and help me light my cigarette
Then I'll kiss your neck
Tell me why you hesitate, don't you love me yet?
Don't you love me yet?
Boy, my joy's in your skin, boy
When we get to talking, boy
I really want it, boy
All of my real filthy dreams come true
When I pull you in the bar bathroom
Oh, boy, I like your tongue in my mouth
Oh, boy, I like my back on your couch
Oh, boy, c'mon and put my anxious heart to rest
Boy, I like your tongue in my mouth
Oh, boy, I like my back on your couch
Oh, boy, c'mon and put my anxious heart to rest
Boy, boy, boy, boy
Boy, boy, boy, boy
Boy, boy, boy, boy
Boy, boy, boy, boy
Boy, my joy's in your skin, boy
When we get to talking, boy
I really want it, boy
The lyrics of T.I.'s song "Boy" explore the intense attraction between two individuals. The singer describes their relationship, which began with innocent gestures - the sound of her lover's whistle as he rode his bike down Cherry Street, and their shared love of old cassette tapes. Though they spent their first two days together listening to music, the intimacy between the two grows quickly, and soon the singer is dreaming about the "filthy" things she wants to do with her lover.
The language of these lyrics is straightforward and simple, with repetition of the word "boy" throughout to emphasize the singer's focus on her lover. There's also a sense of urgency to the singer's desire, and a willingness to take risks for that desire. "When I pull you in the bar bathroom," the singer sings, "all of my real filthy dreams come true."
The song explores themes of passion, risk-taking, and freedom. The singer is unconcerned with the moral implications of her relationship - it is simply a force she cannot resist. In the end, the singer once again pleads with her lover to put her "anxious heart to rest."
Line by Line Meaning
Whistle at me as you ride your bike down Cherry Street
You get my attention in the sweetest way possible
Oh, you're very sweet
You're a charming and endearing person
We spent two days with nothing on
We enjoyed each other's company without any distractions or obligations
But cassette tapes from '93
The only form of media we had to enjoy was from a time long ago
Boy, my joy's in your skin, boy
I find pleasure in your physical body and presence
When we get to talking, boy
When we have a conversation, I become even more interested in you
I really want it, boy
I desire a physical relationship with you
All of my real filthy dreams come true
My deepest and most erotic desires are satisfied
When I pull you in the bar bathroom
The passionate encounters we have in secluded areas are especially exciting
Oh, boy, I like your tongue in my mouth
Kissing you is especially arousing and enjoyable
Oh, boy, I like my back on your couch
Intimacy with you is so comfortable and natural, even in random locations
Oh, boy, c'mon and put my anxious heart to rest
Your presence and affection soothes any anxiety I may have
Come outside and help me light my cigarette
Spend any amount of time with me, even in small moments, makes me feel closer to you
Then I'll kiss your neck
Being physically intimate in small moments brings us closer together
Tell me why you hesitate, don't you love me yet?
I have strong feelings for you, and I'm unsure why you haven't confessed the same
Boy, boy, boy, boy
Addressing you as 'boy' emphasizes my strong attraction to you
Boy, my joy's in your skin, boy
I find happiness in your physical presence and being
When we get to talking, boy
Our conversations are just as stimulating and enjoyable as any physical encounter
I really want it, boy
My desire for you is strong and intense
Boy, I like your tongue in my mouth
Physical intimacy with you is satisfying and enjoyable
Oh, boy, I like my back on your couch
Intimacy with you is especially comfortable and satisfying
Oh, boy, c'mon and put my anxious heart to rest
You have the power to calm me and make me feel comfortable
Boy, boy, boy, boy
Addressing you as 'boy' emphasizes my strong attraction to you
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Chris Perry, Christopher Rabba, Elizabeth Harris, Mike Crossey
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jose Ortiz Jr
MAN BIBBY DONT GET THE CREDIT HE DESERVES HE GOT BANGERS
Derek Tiger
Still bumping this in 2020, coronavirus ain't stopping us, boy!
Kelli Little
Onggg
ok
Thousand dolla jeans full of hunnids boy
2P4dr3
2021 this shit still ain’t open on folks nem
ok
@2P4dr3 lol fax
zacki
@ok in a snap n dem ops be destroy
THE KILLUMINATI
this song actually has radio potential he needs to make hits
Essvd 沈黙
THE KILLUMINATI it ain't about that shit no good music ever gets on the radio anyway
Rude Rocky
Its Essad not Essad you think this is good??? id hate to see what u think is garbage