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 I’ve 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 I’m back and that I’m true to the game. Musically, I want to show that I’m still out here doing my thing. After all the people that were out when I was out years ago fell off, I’m still out here competing with the shorties. I also want to gain platinum success. It’s something that I haven’t 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)
Just Like That
Twista Lyrics
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(feat. Dra Day)
GMG {"This another street heat banger!"}
Lil' somethin for the ladies
Twista, let's go
Now I must get it, aw naw
Droppin lyrics that be succulent, you fuckin with a
Ahead of y'all, aww
When it come to spittin piff so come and listen to a
vet as I ball
She gotta twist it
Thinkin I want it in an instant cause I am who I am
and I'm anxious
I can't just, assume every whip-ass cover
cause I'm a lover, I ain't stuntin these wenches
I be into what I'm into and that's a woman
that want me to wait awhile before I get to hit it
Lovin my playa style, my life and how I live it
But make a motherfucker have to work to get it
And when I do I take my time (yeah)
Treat you like a rose petal and lay you out on a
bedspread (yeah)
Kissin you all over your whole body (yeah)
Face in between them spread legs (ha ha)
Get it crackin as I seduce her
cause I'ma introduce her to a perfect show
...Climb up on top, put it in, work it slow
Cause we can make it last different ways
and be makin her forever wanna fuck like that (yeah)
Got her switchin the positions
Don't move so quick lil' mama, do it just like that
Cause
Ain't no rush (nope) don't shake it too fast (uh-uh)
Slow it down (that's right) just like that
Ooh ooh baby (uh-huh) you you baby (uh-huh)
Actin a fool fool lady (woo) ohhhh
You want this cash, up in my hand (c'mon)
Well slow it down - just like that
Ooh ooh baby (uh) you you baby
Actin a fool fool lady, ohhhh
C'mon, I am the immaculate cool
but when we get into it you know you be actin a
fool
Ready for action how you be ass clappin
to get what I'm packin but I be wantin shit to
happen smooth
Let it play out and fulfill itself naturally
and I bet you'll be in ecstacy
Or better yet Molly cause what I'ma do to your body
is like a party when you next to me
Hol' up, I'm rollin somethin up
I'm finishin my cup, before we start to touch
I gotta get high, and get in the mood
And then when I do, I'ma show you I'm a fool
How you want it? Ohh, on top of the don
Though do you wanna be on the clutch like this?
Stab it like a jackrabbit
but I know you like it better when I fuck like this
(uh-huh)
Not nasty but just a (Shade of Grey)
You know you want it (that's right)
No fast pace when you grind
I want you to take yo' time when you on it (c'mon)
Cause
Let's go...
The song "Just Like That" by Twista featuring Dra Day is a smooth and sensual slow jam that is primarily aimed at women. Twista opens the track by talking about how he drops "lyrics that be succulent" and that he is "ahead of y'all." He then goes on to say that he is looking for a woman who is not easy, but rather someone who will make him work for it. He then moves on to describe how he will treat her like a rose petal and take his time to satisfy her. He wants her to take her time and move slow, just like that.
Twista's lyrics are a mix of braggadocio and seduction. He talks about how he is the "immaculate cool," but also recognizes that the woman he is pursuing has the power to make him act a fool. Throughout the song, Twista is clear that he is not looking for a quick hook-up, but rather for something more meaningful. He wants to take his time and enjoy every moment with this woman.
Overall, "Just Like That" is a slow, sultry jam that is focused on seduction and romance. It is a song about taking your time and enjoying the journey rather than rushing to the destination.
Line by Line Meaning
GMG This another street heat banger!
Introducing the song as a new addition to the list of popular street anthems.
Lil' somethin for the ladies
Addressing the female audience and offering them something special.
Now I must get it, aw naw
Letting everyone know that he is serious and wants what he wants.
Droppin lyrics that be succulent, you fuckin with a reservoir dog
Boasting about his lyrical skills and warning the listener not to underestimate him.
Ahead of y'all, aww
Establishing his superiority over his competition.
When it come to spittin piff so come and listen to a vet as I ball
Encouraging the listener to pay attention to his seasoned skills as a rapper.
She gotta twist it
Referring to a woman who is interested in him.
Thinkin I want it in an instant cause I am who I am and I'm anxious
Acknowledging that women may assume he's eager to have sex because of his status.
I can't just, assume every whip-ass cover cause I'm a lover, I ain't stuntin these wenches
Explaining that he doesn't make assumptions about every woman who shows interest in him and that he prioritizes love over casual sex.
I be into what I'm into and that's a woman that want me to wait awhile before I get to hit it
Asserting his preference for women who want to take things slow before having sex.
Lovin my playa style, my life and how I live it
Stating that he enjoys his lifestyle as a player.
But make a motherfucker have to work to get it
Expressing that he likes a challenge when pursuing a woman.
And when I do I take my time (yeah)
Revealing that he wants to savor the experience of having sex with a woman he's worked hard to get.
Treat you like a rose petal and lay you out on a bedspread (yeah)
Using a metaphor to describe how he wants to treat a woman he cares for during sex.
Kissin you all over your whole body (yeah)
Describing how he wants to touch and kiss a woman he's having sex with.
Face in between them spread legs (ha ha)
Using humor to describe how he wants to perform oral sex on a woman.
Get it crackin as I seduce her cause I'ma introduce her to a perfect show
Explaining how he plans to turn a woman on and give her an amazing sexual experience.
...Climb up on top, put it in, work it slow
Detailing the sexual act of having intercourse with a woman.
Cause we can make it last different ways and be makin her forever wanna fuck like that (yeah)
Suggesting that he can make a woman want to have sex with him again and again by pleasing her.
Got her switchin the positions
Referring to changing sexual positions with a woman.
Don't move so quick lil' mama, do it just like that
Advising a woman to take it slow and enjoy the moment during sex with him.
Ain't no rush (nope) don't shake it too fast (uh-uh)
Encouraging a woman to relax and enjoy the experience without rushing.
Slow it down (that's right) just like that
Continuing to emphasize the importance of taking time during sex.
Ooh ooh baby (uh-huh) you you baby (uh-huh)
Talking to a woman and expressing his desire for her.
Actin a fool fool lady (woo) ohhhh
Playfully teasing a woman for her behavior during sex with him.
You want this cash, up in my hand (c'mon)
Suggesting that a woman is offering sex in exchange for money.
Well slow it down - just like that
Telling a woman to take it easy and enjoy the experience without rushing.
C'mon, I am the immaculate cool
Boasting about his coolness and sophistication.
but when we get into it you know you be actin a fool
Hinting that he can make a woman lose control during sex.
Ready for action how you be ass clappin
Describing how a woman moves during sex with him.
to get what I'm packin but I be wantin shit to happen smooth
Acknowledging that he has something to offer but prefers things to go smoothly during sex.
Let it play out and fulfill itself naturally and I bet you'll be in ecstacy
Advising a woman to let the sexual experience unfold naturally to achieve maximum pleasure.
Or better yet Molly cause what I'ma do to your body is like a party when you next to me
Suggesting that the pleasure he can give a woman during sex is like the euphoria of a party drug.
Hol' up, I'm rollin somethin up
Taking a break to roll a joint.
I'm finishin my cup, before we start to touch
Finishing his drink before having sex.
I gotta get high, and get in the mood
Indicating that smoking marijuana helps him get in the mood for sex.
And then when I do, I'ma show you I'm a fool
Implying that he enjoys acting silly during sex.
How you want it? Ohh, on top of the don
Asking a woman how she wants to have sex with him.
Though do you wanna be on the clutch like this?
Asking if she wants to be in control during sex.
Stab it like a jackrabbit but I know you like it better when I fuck like this (uh-huh)
Describing his preferred sexual technique and suggesting that a woman enjoys it too.
Not nasty but just a (Shade of Grey)
Claiming that he is not vulgar, just sexually adventurous like the artist in the popular novel Fifty Shades of Grey.
You know you want it (that's right)
Asserting that a woman desires him sexually.
No fast pace when you grind
Asking a woman to take it slow during sex.
I want you to take yo' time when you on it (c'mon)
Reiterating the importance of taking time and enjoying the experience during sex.
Contributed by Aaron M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
DOLLAONE
ladies gonna rock with this ... beat bangs good song
tomelo tom
And another banger from,,Back To The Basics''
Michael Kosmides
Straigh fire.
Niko Martinez
dat shit is real hb no lie fuk beatn around da bush straight to da point hold it down 100 real nigga
rachelmalone93
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Niko Martinez
dat shit is real hb no lie fuk beatn around da bush straight to da point hold it down 100 real nigga