Twista grew up in the K-Town area on the west side of Chicago. He started rapping at the age of 12. However, before starting his professional career, he worked at several other jobs including working at a factory, selling shoes, working at McDonald's, working as a security guard, and even cutting hair.
Twista was one of the first artists to sign with Loud Records. In 1991, he released Runnin' off at da Mouth under the name of Tung Twista. Due to his rapid-fire pace of delivery, he was listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the world's fastest rapper. Despite this recognition, the album achieved little success. Tung Twista dropped the "Tung" off of his name in his second album Resurrection, which was never released outside of Chicago's underground.
In 1996, he teamed with fellow Chicago act "Do or Die" on the track "Po' Pimp" leading to a contract with Atlantic Records. He released Adrenaline Rush in 1997 followed by Mobstability in 1998. Twista then formed his own Legit Ballin' label which has released two compilation albums Legit Ballin' in 1999 and Legit Ballin' Vol. 2: Street Scriptures in 2001. The label later released Respect The Game,Vol. 3 in 2002 and Volume 4: Tha Truth in 2006.
Twista developed a good reputation in rap circles leading to work with Mariah Carey, P. Diddy (then Puff Daddy),Lil kim, Drag-on, Jay-Z, Timbaland, Ras Kass, Ludacris, Royce Da 5'9", Shaquille O'Neal, and Da Brat. However, it would take him until 2004 to achieve a platinum, number-one record under his own name.
On his website, Twista stated that he made Kamikaze to show that he was still true to the ideals that he had when he started out. "I represent for the MCs that have skills, not just make music for the hell of it. I take the time to concentrate. Otherwise, I could have 10 albums out there, easy. I could sit down all day and write something. But I write when I get in a zone more than writing because Iβve got to do this. I represent the artists that keep it true to what really is, to be able to make rappers want to write."
"I want to show the streets that Iβm back and that Iβm true to the game. Musically, I want to show that Iβm still out here doing my thing. After all the people that were out when I was out years ago fell off, Iβm still out here competing with the shorties. I also want to gain platinum success. Itβs something that I havenβt done."
The first single, "Slow Jamz", featured Kanye West and Jamie Foxx. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 and world R&B charts in early 2004, and eventually reached number 3 on the UK singles charts. Kamikaze built on the success of "Slow Jamz" to reach the top of the Billboard 200 album chart upon its release in January 2004 and went platinum by March 2004. The second single, "Overnight Celebrity", became another top 10 Hot 100 hit and a UK top 40 entry, while the third, "So Sexy" (featuring R. Kelly), made the top 40 of the Hot 100. In the UK, the album track "Sunshine", which featured R&B singer Anthony Hamilton and lifted its chorus from Bill Withers' "Lovely Day", was extracted as a third single and became a big hit; this track received comparatively little exposure in the U.S., perhaps because rapper Lil' Flip had a huge hit there at the same time with a different song of the same title.
Albums
Runnin' off at da Mouth (1991, as Tung Twista) (US Certification: Gold)
Resurrection (1994, as Twista) (Never officialy released outside of Chicago's underground)
Adrenaline Rush (1997) #77 US (US Certification: Gold)
Mobstability (with The Speedknot Mobstaz) (1998, as Twista) #34 US
Kamikaze (2004) #1 US, #19 UK (US Certification: Platinum)
The Day After (2005) #2 US (US Certification: Gold)
Adrenaline Rush 2007 (2007)
Emotions
Twista Lyrics
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Well a motherfucker could never control me, only squeeze me and hold me
That's what the ho came up and told me
Now is she bold G? But in my mouth is where the gold be
Cause I be pimpin' her like Goldie
Gotta get paid in this age my fingers ain't made
Just to be choppin' up confetti with,
'Cause I ain't even on that petty shit
So who the fuck you actin' petty wit'?
The rhythm I kick, is like a rhythmly-wicked-arith-a-metic
Pick em up quick and then give em the dick, thinkin' I'm innocent
They up in the mall shoppin' for me pickin' a fit
I got them heffer's nose red
And when we get in the bed, I be leavin' 'em with rose legs
Stuffin' that made em wanna pose dead
But you already got em until you get up in them hoes head
I don't mean to sound bogus or nothin'
But it's the bomb when I be havin' them cuties thinkin'
I'm in love with em, when I'm rubbin' 'em
Be gettin' pub with em, in a club with 'em
Smokin' dub with em, huggin' 'em, freakin' in the tub with 'em
After gettin' paid from her she ain't trippin'
'Cause she know she got what she paid for
She honor my name, I gotta tame, here it go
Now we speakin' with the game on ways to make mo'
Let me play with your emotions ho (Let me play, with your emotions)
To the rhythm of a hi-hat, take a puff and lie back
Let me stimulate your mind, body and soul, I know you want to try that
Now motherfucker can you buy that,
Tell me baby can you buy that
I got you under my complete control,
You know it's worth more than diamonds and gold,
Now don't be bogus and deny that
Emotions ho (Let me play, with your emotions)
To the rhythm of a hi-hat, take a puff and lie back
Let me stimulate your mind, body and soul, I know you want to try that
Now motherfucker can you buy that,
Tell me baby can you buy that
I got you under my complete control,
You know it's worth more than diamonds and gold,
Now don't be bogus and deny that
Now how the fuck you gon' act ho, I saw you creepin' out the back do'
What you runnin' from a mack fo'? Lay you on your back slow
Cause you know I got you with my lasso
Blow your mind like a afro
Come and take a glimpse of the stairs
It's the aroma of a pimp in the air, I betcha notice the smell
It's like a lotus when I flow dis, cause my eyes be the lowest
If you didn't notice then you bogus as hell
I'm puttin' women under my spell, like I'm up in their brain
Pumpin' their vein with game for the anatomy that's feminine
They're fillin' 'em up with adrenaline,
Got 'em geekin' we're speakin' approachin up a pimp like a gentleman
Submission is surrenderin, it ain't no endin' if it's on
With a blunt from the bomb side
In the right place, with the right mind and the right line
You can get a lifetime contract
They be wise until they look into your eyes
A shorty freaked when she spotted mine
Took her over to my crib, lay low, hit her off from behind
Then she signed on the dotted-line, the ho was like,
"Ooh Daddy, why you doin' me like this?
I'd do anything to be with you, you got me gone in the head"
Ya mind, I don't mean to make a disaster up
Like my Dad to master love
But if a motherfucker breakin' you for every penny you earn
Then how could you still show the bastard love?
I guess it's cause I'm cold, shit
Thought you was gon' be spendin' me I betcha think you sho' did
But game recognize game, now you lame in the brain
Stupid bitch that's what you get for tryin' to gold dig
Now let me play wit' your motions ho (Let me play, with your emotions)
To the rhythm of a hi-hat, take a puff and lie back
Let me stimulate your mind, body and soul, I know you want to try that
Now motherfucker can you buy that,
Tell me baby can you buy that
I got you under my complete control,
You know it's worth more than diamonds and gold,
Now don't be bogus and deny that
Emotions ho (Let me play, with your emotions)
To the rhythm of a hi-hat, take a puff and lie back
Let me stimulate your mind, body and soul, I know you want to try that
Now motherfucker can you buy that,
Tell me baby can you buy that
I got you under my complete control,
You know it's worth more than diamonds and gold,
Now don't be bogus and deny that
Yeah, this be Hype, the Verbal Tantrum
Kickin it with my man Twista
If you should suck my soul
I should make your funky emotions
Nothin is good unless you play with it
Play with me baby
I know you think it's blasphemy
But won't you give up when she ask for me? After he passed the beat
Since you said I was your Magesty, I had to see
And when you get paid, there is some cash for me, is it a tragedy
That I can get her so gone, the ho be trippin' talkin' up her love a lot
But the only love I got, is when I'm grippin' like I wanna hug the Glock
Or when I rub the twat, or pickin' up a dub at spots
Fuck the ho thugs, the clubs, and the phony perpetrators with dimes
The speed knots match voo-Do or Die, Psycho Drama, Crucial Conflict
Be pimpin' with 'em gators and dons, collect the papers and dolls
Player haters remarks will get smoked to a blunt dust
So keep walkin' the next time you hear grown folks talkin'
Motherfuckers betta shut the fuck up, cause we make the women suck up
You insist to be trippin' while we be gamin like Don Juan
What up the filet minion, the grey poupon
Them hoes are staked to charm, because we make the bomb
Now I don't mean no harm, but either come on in or get on gone
And let me pour my potion slow
In between your thighs, come take a pull and vibe
And let your tongue go coastin' low
Now let me play with your emotions ho (Let me play, with your emotions)
To the rhythm of a hi-hat, take a puff and lie back
Let me stimulate your mind, body and soul, I know you want to try that
Now motherfucker can you buy that,
Tell me baby can you buy that
I got you under my complete control,
You know it's worth more than diamonds and gold,
Now don't be bogus and deny that
Emotions ho (Let me play, with your emotions)
To the rhythm of a hi-hat, take a puff and lie back
Let me stimulate your mind, body and soul, I know you want to try that
Now motherfucker can you buy that,
Tell me baby can you buy that
I got you under my complete control,
You know it's worth more than diamonds and gold,
Now don't be bogus and deny that
Let me play, I wanna play, with your emotions
Can I play?
Oh baby, all I wanna do girl is play, with your emotions
In Twista's "Emotions," the rapper is describing his experiences as a pimp, manipulating women to gain control of them emotionally and physically. He is unapologetic about his actions and brags about his ability to "pump their vein with game for the anatomy that's feminine." Twista is critiquing not only his industry but also the women who fall into his trap by exposing the ugliness of objectification and manipulation.
Throughout the song, Twista uses metaphors to represent his power and control over the women he uses, comparing himself to a lasso that captures them and a drug that fills them with adrenaline. His lyrics are explicit and graphic, portraying women as commodities rather than human beings with agency.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "let me play with your emotions" like a taunt, as if to say that Twista has the ability to control the emotions of the women he preys on. The use of the word "ho" is also significant, as it is a pejorative and derogatory term often used to shame women for engaging in sexual acts.
Overall, "Emotions" is a raw and unfiltered portrayal of the toxic misogynistic culture within the rap industry and the destructive effects it has on women.
Line by Line Meaning
Let me play with your emotions
Allow me to manipulate and control your feelings and emotions for my own gain.
Well a motherfucker could never control me, only squeeze me and hold me
No one has the power to control me, only exert temporary influence and hold me.
That's what the ho came up and told me
That's what the woman approached me and confessed.
Now is she bold G? But in my mouth is where the gold be
Is she courageous, gangster? But I possess valuable treasures that I express orally.
Cause I be pimpin' her like Goldie
Because I am manipulating and exploiting her like a pimp named Goldie.
Gotta get paid in this age my fingers ain't made
It is necessary to earn money in this era, my hands are not designed for other purposes.
Just to be choppin' up confetti with
Just to be wastefully cutting up pieces of paper like confetti.
If it's already thick you better study nigga if you ain't with it you can get it
If the situation is already complex and difficult, you better analyze it carefully. If you are not onboard with it, you can face consequences.
'Cause I ain't even on that petty shit
Because I am above engaging in insignificant and trivial matters.
So who the fuck you actin' petty wit'?
So, who are you trying to be petty with?
The rhythm I kick, is like a rhythmly-wicked-arith-a-metic
The flow and style of my rap is like a complex and skillful mathematical equation.
Pick em up quick and then give em the dick, thinkin' I'm innocent
Quickly attracting and seducing women and then having sexual intercourse with them while they believe I am naive or innocent.
They up in the mall shoppin' for me pickin' a fit
They are in the shopping mall selecting and buying fashionable clothing for me.
I got them heffer's nose red
I have made the women's noses red, a reference to their excitement or arousal.
And when we get in the bed, I be leavin' 'em with rose legs
And when we have sexual intercourse, I leave them with sore legs, a metaphor indicating the intensity of the experience.
Stuffin' that made em wanna pose dead
Intensely satisfying and pleasurable intimate encounters that leave them completely satisfied, almost lifeless.
But you already got em until you get up in them hoes head
But you have gained control over them until you are able to manipulate their thoughts and emotions completely.
I don't mean to sound bogus or nothin'
I don't intend to sound deceitful or insincere.
But it's the bomb when I be havin' them cuties thinkin'
But it's amazing when I make those attractive women believe.
I'm in love with em, when I'm rubbin' 'em
That I am deeply in love with them, when I am caressing or touching them.
Be gettin' pub with em, in a club with 'em
Receiving attention and public recognition with them, being seen together at a nightclub.
Smokin' dub with em, huggin' 'em, freakin' in the tub with 'em
Smoking marijuana with them, embracing them, engaging in sexual activities with them in the bathtub.
After gettin' paid from her she ain't trippin'
After receiving payment from her, she is not bothered or concerned.
'Cause she know she got what she paid for
Because she knows that she received what she paid for.
She honor my name, I gotta tame, here it go
She respects and reveres my reputation, I must control and dominate her, here is how it works.
Now we speakin' with the game on ways to make mo'
Now we are discussing strategies and techniques to increase earnings.
To the rhythm of a hi-hat, take a puff and lie back
In sync with the beat of a hi-hat, relax and indulge in smoking while reclining.
Let me stimulate your mind, body and soul, I know you want to try that
Allow me to excite and provoke your thoughts, physical being, and innermost being. I know you desire to experience it.
Now motherfucker can you buy that, Tell me baby can you buy that
Now can you afford that, tell me darling, do you have the means to obtain it?
I got you under my complete control, You know it's worth more than diamonds and gold
I have total dominance over you, you recognize that it is more valuable than any material possessions.
Now don't be bogus and deny that
Now, don't be deceitful or dishonest and reject that truth.
Now how the fuck you gon' act ho, I saw you creepin' out the back do'
Now, how dare you behave that way, I observed you sneaking out through the rear exit.
What you runnin' from a mack fo'? Lay you on your back slow
Why are you fleeing from a pimp? I'll seduce you slowly and gently lay you on your back.
Cause you know I got you with my lasso
Because you know I have entrapped you with my control and power over you.
Blow your mind like a afro
Astound and amaze you like an Afro hairstyle, symbolizing something striking or impressive.
Come and take a glimpse of the stairs
Come and have a sneak peek of the lifestyle and world I provide.
It's the aroma of a pimp in the air, I betcha notice the smell
The essence of a pimp's presence is evident, I'm certain you can detect it.
It's like a lotus when I flow dis, cause my eyes be the lowest
It's comparable to a lotus flower when I rap like this, as my eyes are always in a relaxed state.
If you didn't notice then you bogus as hell
If you didn't recognize that, then you are incredibly dishonest and fake.
I'm puttin' women under my spell, like I'm up in their brain
I am enchanting and dominating women's minds as if I have complete control over them.
Pumpin' their vein with game for the anatomy that's feminine
Influencing women's thoughts and emotions with my smooth talk and charming personality, exploiting their female nature.
They're fillin' 'em up with adrenaline
They become filled with excitement and anticipation.
Got 'em geekin', we're speakin' approachin up a pimp like a gentleman
They become obsessed and obsessed, as we discuss and strategize about how to approach a pimp in a polite and respectful manner.
Submission is surrenderin, it ain't no endin' if it's on
Allowing oneself to submit is a form of surrender, and there is no limit or conclusion if you are engaged in this lifestyle.
With a blunt from the bomb side
With a high-quality marijuana cigarette from the excellent side of things.
In the right place, with the right mind and the right line
Being in the appropriate location, with the correct mindset and the perfect choice of words.
You can get a lifetime contract
You can enter into a long-lasting agreement or commitment.
They be wise until they look into your eyes
They may seem knowledgeable until they gaze into your eyes.
A shorty freaked when she spotted mine
A young woman became excited when she noticed and recognized me.
Took her over to my crib, lay low, hit her off from behind
Escort her to my home, maintain secrecy, and have sexual intercourse with her from a rear position.
Then she signed on the dotted-line, the ho was like, 'Ooh Daddy, why you doin' me like this?
Then she agreed to be in a contractual agreement with me, and the woman responded, 'Oh Daddy, why are you treating me in this manner?'
I'd do anything to be with you, you got me gone in the head'
I am willing to do anything to be in a relationship with you, you have completely infatuated me.
Ya mind, I don't mean to make a disaster up
Your thoughts, I don't intend to create chaos or calamity.
Like my Dad to master love
Similar to my father being an expert at love and relationships.
But if a motherfucker breakin' you for every penny you earn
However, if someone is taking advantage of you and exploiting you for all your money.
Then how could you still show the bastard love?
Then how are you able to continue demonstrating affection towards that despicable person?
I guess it's cause I'm cold, shit
I suppose it's because I am ruthless and unfeeling.
Thought you was gon' be spendin' me I betcha think you sho' did
You thought you would be manipulating and using me for your own gain, I bet you were mistaken.
But game recognize game, now you lame in the brain
But those who understand how to manipulate others recognize similar patterns, now you are foolish and weak-minded.
Stupid bitch that's what you get for tryin' to gold dig
A foolish woman, that's the consequence you receive for attempting to exploit someone for their wealth.
Yeah, this be Hype, the Verbal Tantrum
Yes, this is Hype, the artist known for energetic and expressive performances.
Kickin it with my man Twista
Hanging out and spending time with my friend Twista.
If you should suck my soul
If you were to drain and consume my innermost being.
I should make your funky emotions
I have the power to generate and control your intense and erratic feelings.
Nothin' is good unless you play with it
Nothing is enjoyable or valuable unless you manipulate and exploit it.
Play with me baby
Use and manipulate me for your own pleasure, darling.
I know you think it's blasphemy
I understand that you consider it disrespectful or sacrilegious.
But won't you give up when she ask for me? After he passed the beat
But won't you abandon your loyalty when she requests to be with me? After the musical rhythm slows down.
Since you said I was your Majesty, I had to see
Since you referred to me as your royal highness, I had to investigate or evaluate.
And when you get paid, there is some cash for me, is it a tragedy
And when you receive payment, a portion of it should come to me, is that a terrible occurrence?
That I can get her so gone, the ho be trippin' talkin' up her love a lot
That I am able to intoxicate her to such an extent, the woman becomes confused and starts expressing her love excessively.
But the only love I got, is when I'm grippin' like I wanna hug the Glock
But the only affection I possess is when I am tightly holding a firearm like I want to embrace or hug it.
Or when I rub the twat, or pickin' up a dub at spots
Or when I sexually stimulate or gratify myself, or when I acquire a twenty-dollar quantity of drugs in certain locations.
Fuck the ho thugs, the clubs, and the phony perpetrators with dimes
Disregard the fake and pretentious thugs, the nightclubs, and the individuals pretending to be attractive women.
The speed knots match voo-Do or Die, Psycho Drama, Crucial Conflict
The rapidity at which I perform matches the vocals of rap groups such as Do or Die, Psycho Drama, and Crucial Conflict.
Be pimpin' with 'em gators and dons, collect the papers and dolls
Engaging in pimp-like behavior and affiliating with individuals who display extravagance and power, accumulating money and attractive women.
Player haters remarks will get smoked to a blunt dust
Criticism from jealous individuals will be ignored or dismissed completely.
So keep walkin' the next time you hear grown folks talkin'
Therefore, continue walking away the next time you overhear mature individuals engaging in discussions.
Motherfuckers betta shut the fuck up, cause we make the women suck up
People should be silent and stop talking because we have the ability to make women be submissive or obedient.
You insist to be trippin' while we be gamin like Don Juan
You insist on behaving erratically while we are seducing and manipulating others like Don Juan, the iconic fictional seducer.
What up the filet minion, the grey poupon
Greetings to the high-class individuals, the elite and refined.
Them hoes are staked to charm, because we make the bomb
Those women are drawn and attracted to our charisma and appeal because we create something exceptional or awesome.
Now I don't mean no harm, but either come on in or get on gone
Now, I don't intend to cause any harm or offense, but either join us or leave.
And let me pour my potion slow
And allow me to distribute my persuasive and enticing influence gradually.
In between your thighs, come take a pull and vibe
In the intimate space between your legs, come indulge and experience the pleasure.
And let your tongue go coastin' low
And let your tongue explore and pleasure me orally.
Can I play?
Am I permitted to manipulate and exploit you for my own pleasure?
Oh baby, all I wanna do girl is play, with your emotions
Oh darling, all I desire is to use and control your emotions for my own enjoyment.
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CARL TERRELL MITCHELL, SAMUEL C. LINDLEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@MysticRose78
Adrenaline Rush is one of the best rap albums ever! You can literally play the whole CD without skipping.
@Devmac89
Talk to em!!! Niggas donβt even know bro
@chrisdunn581
Overdose proved that no games were being played.
@WilliamJones-yc6lh
this is not rap.. its pimp.. twista, 8ball & mjg, ugk, do or die should all have their own special genre
@kennethjohnson9192
william jones my nigga you got a point... !!!
@AQUAPHREESH193
TRUUUTH
@Akirah1231
william jones I agree. They are at the peak of rap music, ainβt nothing better than them...
@CoverBoy_Official
this does sound like mjg/ball...
@CoverBoy_Official
and it sounds like tela as well
@lollymackey7392
Twista one of the old school coldest rappers in Chicago π―π―