TQ was raised in the church (he sang in the choir) but his real education came from the streets, where the first wave of hip-hop music became the soundtrack to his life. "From Monday to Saturday I was hangin', partyin', chasing girls, getting in trouble, and straight-up acting the fool," he admits. "But on Sunday my mother dragged me out of bed to go to church. That's where I developed my singing voice and learned how to make people feel me."
2. Nadine Nguyen known as TQ, a veteran singer from Southern California who made her debut Italo Disco singing career in November 2012.
After singing in the Vietnamese community for more than a decade, TQ teamed up with Ian Nguyen (DJ BPM) and many European producers & songwriters to record her own materials with the 80’s New Wave/Italo Disco sound. Her first song & music video; LET’S GO TO TOKYO immediate got the attentions from many audiences who love the sounds of the 80’s. Follow the success of LET’S GO TO TOKYO, TQ released 12 more songs & music videos with special appearances of some 80’s icons including Lian Ross, Fancy, Ken Laszlo, Fred Ventura, Linda Jo Rizzo, Trans-X, John Sauli (ROFO). She also teamed up with a Swedish band, ITALOVE with project: RHYTHM OF LOVE. All of her music video were shot and directed by Ian Nguyen. Many of her songs have reached #1 in dance charts and popularity in countries such as Mexico, Poland, Hungary, Russia, Serbia etc…
Recently, she just signed the contract with ZYX Music, a major German record label specialized in Italo Disco/New Wave since the 80’s. TQ will be the first Vietnamese recording artist who will be with ZYX Music. Her first album, OUT OF THE SHADOWS will be released worldwide by the end of 2014, which contains 14 audio tracks and 12 music videos.
Right On
Tq Lyrics
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I'm rollin' in my caddy
I'm listening to Marvin Gaye
I got my seat laid way back
As I slide down the boulevard
I see the ladies and I pass em
This is my beautiful ghetto scene
And it's the only way I'll have it
This is californication
We keep it gangsta
I don't know what they told you
But get it together
Cause it don't stop
And it won't stop
And it can't stop
We keep it going forever
And I got my hat to the back
Drop my top
My base bump all
Through the parking lot
I gets my ride on
Right on
And I got me a fresh throw back
Air force ones
Step on the scene
Bout to have some fun
I gets my ride on
Right on, right on
Dedicated to them boys on the corner
I ain't trippin' homie
Hustle why you wanna
Goin' out to the girls in at the nail shop
You aint scared to back it up and let it drop, drop, drop
Yeah baby that's alligator skin
I'm coverin' up all the swooshes
And feel free to bring a couple of friends
I'm a show you how to do this
Out here it's just a way of life
You get used to it
Good dro mixed with good sunshine
Can't you hear it in the music
Give me love
This is californication
We keep it gangsta
I don't know what they told you
But get it together
Cause it don't stop
And it won't stop
And it can't stop
Gotta keep it going forever
And I got my hat to the back
Drop my top
My base bump all
Through the parking lot
I gets my ride on
Right on
And I got me a fresh throw back
Air force ones
Step on the scene
Bout to have some fun
I gets my ride on
Right on, right on
I come from next to nothing
I'm a have not
I still got pride in what I have got
And ya'll remember when we sold rocks
And now we ain't gotta, god bless hip hop
We sip crystal and smoke weed all day
That's the only way to play
Throw all them silly cares away
Holla if you hear me now
Dedicated to them boys on the corner
I ain't trippin' homie
Hustle why you wanna
Goin' out to the girls at the nail shop
You aint scared to back it up and let it drop, drop, drop
This is comin from the California kid
Gemini baby
Comin' at ya in a couple minutes
This is something crazy
And I got my hat to the back
Drop my top
My base bump all
Through the parking lot
I gets my ride on
Right on
And I got me a fresh throw back
Air force ones
Step on the scene
Bout to have some fun
I gets my ride on
Right on, right on
The song "Right On" by Tq is an anthem of sorts; it seems to be celebrating a particular lifestyle and mentality that the singer associates with California. The opening lines of the song set the scene: it's a summer night in the city, and Tq is cruising around in his Cadillac, listening to Marvin Gaye. The lyrics are full of references to the California lifestyle, from the mention of "gangsta" culture to the breezy, laid-back vibe that Tq embodies as he drives around with his hat to the back and his seat laid way back. The chorus is catchy and repetitive, emphasizing the idea that this lifestyle is unstoppable and enduring: "it don't stop, and it won't stop, and it can't stop / We keep it going forever."
The second verse of the song adds a bit of complexity to the mix. Tq acknowledges that he "come[s] from next to nothing," and that he and his friends used to "sell rocks." However, now they've made it in the industry and can afford to "sip crystal and smoke weed all day." The lyrics suggest that despite Tq's success, he's still determined to hang onto his roots and keep representing California. The song ends with a final chorus, followed by Tq's proclamation that he's a "Gemini baby" and that he's coming at us "in a couple minutes."
Overall, "Right On" is a feel-good song that celebrates the California lifestyle and culture. Its catchy beat, repetitive choruses, and references to music and fashion make it an enjoyable listen. However, there's also a bit of depth to the song, as Tq acknowledges his past struggles and emphasizes the importance of staying true to one's roots.
Line by Line Meaning
In my city it's a summer night
It's a beautiful summer night in my city
I'm rollin' in my caddy
I'm driving my Cadillac
I'm listening to Marvin Gaye
I'm enjoying the music of Marvin Gaye
I got my seat laid way back
I'm reclined in my seat
As I slide down the boulevard
I'm driving down the street
I see the ladies and I pass em
I see women and drive past them
This is my beautiful ghetto scene
This is my view of the beautiful ghetto at night
And it's the only way I'll have it
It's the only way I'll experience it
This is californication
This is what California is like
We keep it gangsta
We keep it real
I don't know what they told you
I don't know what others have said
But get it together
Get yourself organized
Cause it don't stop
It won't stop
And it won't stop
It will keep going
And it can't stop
It's impossible to stop
We keep it going forever
We keep the good times going
And I got my hat to the back
I'm wearing my hat backwards
Drop my top
I lower the roof of my car
My base bump all
My music is playing loudly
Through the parking lot
As I drive through the parking lot
I gets my ride on
I'm enjoying my ride
Right on
That's right!
And I got me a fresh throw back
I've got a new throwback outfit
Air force ones
I'm wearing Air Force One shoes
Step on the scene
I've arrived
Bout to have some fun
I'm about to enjoy myself
Dedicated to them boys on the corner
I dedicate this to the guys on the street corner
I ain't trippin' homie
I'm not worried about it
Hustle why you wanna
Keep doing your thing
Goin' out to the girls in at the nail shop
Shoutout to the girls at the nail salon
You aint scared to back it up and let it drop, drop, drop
Don't be afraid to dance and have fun
Yeah baby that's alligator skin
I'm wearing alligator skin clothes
I'm coverin' up all the swooshes
I'm hiding the Nike logos
And feel free to bring a couple of friends
You can bring some friends with you
I'm a show you how to do this
I'll show you how to have a good time
Out here it's just a way of life
This is just how we live here
You get used to it
You'll get accustomed to it
Good dro mixed with good sunshine
Good weed and good weather
Can't you hear it in the music
Can't you hear how great it is?
Give me love
Show me love
I come from next to nothing
I started from humble beginnings
I'm a have not
I didn't have much growing up
I still got pride in what I have got
I'm proud of what I've achieved
And ya'll remember when we sold rocks
Remember when we sold drugs?
And now we ain't gotta, god bless hip hop
Now we don't have to resort to selling drugs, thank God for hip hop
We sip crystal and smoke weed all day
We drink Cristal champagne and smoke weed all the time
That's the only way to play
That's just how we like to live
Throw all them silly cares away
Forget about your worries
Holla if you hear me now
Let me know if you feel me
This is comin from the California kid
I'm representing California
Gemini baby
I'm a Gemini
Comin' at ya in a couple minutes
I'm about to release something new
This is something crazy
This is something amazing
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
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Anthony Kenner
You have always made bad ass music. They never saw me coming. Is one of the greatest albums ever! Period. Biggest fan!
Gary Crossley
TQ was slept on
Patrick Buettner
Is*** facts tho
The Man
def. specially this track
Ryan Morrison
Wow!!! Brings back memories from high school jams! ❤ ❤
Shem Forte
This one needs a re-release 🙏✊🏽
Natasha Raisor Glam
Yass I remember shooting this video. What a great memory. TQ is an amazing artist and nice brotha 💯🍾🍾🍾🌸
B3autiful3yez
Always loved this song
Fredrick Mingo
One of many favorite songs by him I use to stay bumping this in my Oldsmobile
Laura Killian
Smoothest voice ever!!!