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.
Swing Your Rag
T.I. Lyrics
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Swizzy
Need y'all t take y'all rags out man
T.I.
And let it swang
Swang
Swang
Swang
Swang
Swang
Alright (alright) okay (okay)
I don't dance (I don't dance) no way (no way)
I just take my Louis rag out and wave it round in the air
Take my Gucci rag out and wave it round in the air
Alright (alright) okay (okay)
I don't dance (I don't dance) no way (no way)
I just take my Louis rag out and wave it round in the air
Take my Gucci rag out and wave it round in the air
Swang!
New Akoo outfit with a Gucci rag
Tied to my belt loop and my Louis bag
Full of stacks rubber bands 'round big cash
Got a sick swag tell the haters get mad (come on)
We in the club holmes getting our thug on
Bottles of patron if you grown get your buzz on
We bought the bars out and brought the cars out
I'm like the moon I shine and bring the stars out
When it dark out get the squad out
We ball hard sucka' nigga eat ya heart out (sucka' nigga)
I'm too advanced super swag, and my Louis pants
Falling on my Louis shoes, shirt match my Louis rag
Alright (alright) okay (okay)
I don't dance (I don't dance) no way (no way)
I just take my Louis rag out and wave it round in the air
Take my Gucci rag out and wave it round in the air
Alright (alright) okay (okay)
I don't dance (I don't dance) no way (no way)
I just take my Louis rag out and wave it round in the air
Take my Gucci rag out and wave it round in the air
I say whoa kimosabe big balling is my hobby
I'm bopping while I'm walking rag falling out my pocket
If big money ain't the topic homie I ain't even talking
Hated on by the workers but I'm cool wit all the bosses
Catch me flossing at the mall (Mall) talking to a broad (broad)
She follow me and Gucci and I taught her how to ball (ball)
Three pair of shoes four shirts six rags
Chick said dag that's more in my bag
Shorty I can show you how to spend this bread real fast
Then get a group of chicks to give you head real fast
Silk scarf hanging out of my jeans
Nah homie I ain't thinkin' I'm just doin' my thing
Alright (alright) okay (okay)
I don't dance (I don't dance) no way (no way)
I just take my Louis rag out and wave it round in the air
Take my Gucci rag out and wave it round in the air
Alright (alright) okay (okay)
I don't dance (I don't dance) no way (no way)
I just take my Louis rag out and wave it round in the air
Take my Gucci rag out and wave it round in the air
I took some time off and now I'm back y'all
You in the line at the club I'm in the back dog
And when this song on ballers peel stacks off
And make it rain on them broads watch the stacks fall
And pull your rag out and wave it left, right
Let it sag wit ya pants get ya swag just right
Ride Bankhead flare flying out the Benz
Once a fool wit it we gonna bring 'em out again
Alright (alright) okay (okay)
I don't dance (I don't dance) no way (no way)
I just take my Louis rag out and wave it round in the air
Take my Gucci rag out and wave it round in the air
Alright (alright) okay (okay)
I don't dance (I don't dance) no way (no way)
I just take my Louis rag out and wave it round in the air
Take my Gucci rag out and wave it round in the air
The song "Swing Ur Rag" is a collaboration between T.I. and Swizz Beatz. The song is essentially an anthem for the swag culture, where "swag" refers to one's sense of style and confidence. In the song, T.I. and Swizz Beatz urge listeners to take their designer rags (i.e. bandanas) out and wave them around in the air. The lyrics emphasize the importance of having a high level of confidence and being proud of one's sense of style. The song also features references to brands like Gucci and Louis Vuitton, further emphasizing the importance of designer brands in the swag culture.
The lyrics of "Swing Ur Rag" are heavily focused on materialism and the idea of being a baller. The song describes T.I. and Swizz Beatz's lavish lifestyles, which includes buying out bars and bringing out expensive cars. The lyrics also highlight the importance of being respected in the swag culture and being able to attract women through one's style and spending habits.
Overall, "Swing Ur Rag" is a celebration of the swag lifestyle and the importance of having a sense of style and confidence. The lyrics prioritize material possessions and being a baller, which is a common theme in hip-hop.
Line by Line Meaning
Whoo! Whoo!
Excited exclamation to start the song
Swizzy
Referring to Swizz Beatz
Need y'all t take y'all rags out man
Asking listeners to take out their bandanas
And let it swang
Encouraging listeners to wave their bandanas around
Swang
Repeating the encouragement to wave the bandana
Alright (alright) okay (okay)
Expressing agreement and readiness to proceed
I don't dance (I don't dance) no way (no way)
Asserting that the singer doesn't dance
I just take my Louis rag out and wave it round in the air
Explaining that the artist only waves their Louis Vuitton bandana around
Take my Gucci rag out and wave it round in the air
Adding that sometimes the artist also waves their Gucci bandana
New Akoo outfit with a Gucci rag
Describing the artist's outfit with a Gucci bandana
Tied to my belt loop and my Louis bag
Explaining that the bandana is tied to the singer's belt loop and Louis Vuitton bag
Full of stacks rubber bands 'round big cash
Indicating that the bag is full of cash, held together with rubber bands
Got a sick swag tell the haters get mad (come on)
Boasting about their cool style and daring anyone to criticize it
We in the club holmes getting our thug on
Informing listeners that they are in the club acting tough
Bottles of patron if you grown get your buzz on
Suggesting that if listeners are adults, they should drink and enjoy themselves
We bought the bars out and brought the cars out
Implying that the group has paid for all the drinks and brought fancy cars to show off
I'm like the moon I shine and bring the stars out
Comparing oneself to the moon, shining and making everything around them more impressive
When it dark out get the squad out
Stating that when it's late and dark, the singer and their crew come out
We ball hard sucka' nigga eat ya heart out (sucka' nigga)
Insulting anyone who can't afford their lifestyle and bragging about their wealth
I'm too advanced super swag, and my Louis pants
Claiming to be extremely fashionable, wearing Louis Vuitton pants
Falling on my Louis shoes, shirt match my Louis rag
Noting that the artist's entire outfit is coordinated and includes multiple Louis Vuitton items
I say whoa kimosabe big balling is my hobby
Making a reference to the popular phrase 'whoa kimosabe' and indicating that being extravagant is a regular pastime for the artist
I'm bopping while I'm walking rag falling out my pocket
Moving energetically while walking, and letting their bandana hang out of their pocket
If big money ain't the topic homie I ain't even talking
Declaring that they don't engage in conversation unless it's about big money
Hated on by the workers but I'm cool wit all the bosses
Acknowledging that some people might resent their wealth, but that they are friendly with those who have power
Catch me flossing at the mall (Mall) talking to a broad (broad)
Showing off their spending habits while socializing with a woman
She follow me and Gucci and I taught her how to ball (ball)
Indicating that the singer is a trendsetter, and taught their companion how to live luxuriously
Three pair of shoes four shirts six rags
Listing off the many expensive items they possess
Chick said dag that's more in my bag
Humorously implying that the listener's possessions would be too many to fit in their bag
Shorty I can show you how to spend this bread real fast
Offering to teach someone how to spend money quickly
Then get a group of chicks to give you head real fast
Making a sexually explicit suggestion
Silk scarf hanging out of my jeans
Adding detail about the artist's fashionable outfit, including a silk scarf
Nah homie I ain't thinkin' I'm just doin' my thing
Explaining that the artist is not overthinking their actions, just enjoying themselves
I took some time off and now I'm back y'all
Announcing that the artist has returned to the music scene
You in the line at the club I'm in the back dog
Boasting that the singer is more important than those waiting in line outside the club
And when this song on ballers peel stacks off
Speculating that when this song is played, wealthy people would be willing to spend a lot of money
And make it rain on them broads watch the stacks fall
Describing a scene where people throw money in the air and watch as it falls onto women dancing below
And pull your rag out and wave it left, right
Encouraging listeners to join in and wave their bandanas too
Let it sag wit ya pants get ya swag just right
Giving advice on how to wear the bandana and achieve the perfect look
Ride Bankhead flare flying out the Benz
Mentioning a street in Atlanta and describing an expensive car driving down it
Once a fool wit it we gonna bring 'em out again
Promising to repeat this kind of extravagant behavior in the future
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CLIFFORD HARRIS, KASSEEM DEAN, AVERY CHAMBLISS, JOSEPH ALEXANDER
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