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)
On Top Featuring Akon
Twista Lyrics
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on top, on top, on top eh
I like to watch your body move when your ridin on top,
on top, on top, on top
Moving them hips ride me ever so slowly,
Actin so grown and sexy you know what I wanna see
Look at how she make it move like jelly man
You know I gotta get a shock wit this daddy can
You can have a brother coming out the pelly pants
If I gotta keep em looking at the way you belly dance
She got a cute portfolio, fast like a Nascar like she drove before
Because I can tell by the way she ride that stick,
That she ride that dick like a rodeo ehh
On top while I'm huggin' them thighs,
And you know I like looking at what I do see,
I'm tryin' to hit it from the bottom
But she told me to be real still 'cause she wanna do me
Like a gangster when I touch her
Thought I was rough but she was rougher
She cut me, I didn't cut her
We tradin' places like Usher
Drop to the floorer then Eisa
Common rock my boat like Aaliyah
If you can grind on me like Shakira
Well you on top then I just might see ya
He don't really know the way you can work
He said he ain't hit it good while he was at you
But you be givin' me the vision of a freak
So I gotta lay back I wanna see what that do cause
I like to watch your body move when your ridin' on top, on top, on top, on top eh
I like to watch your body move when your ridin' on top, on top, on top, on top
Moving them hips rockin' ever so slowly, actin'
So grown and sexy you know I wanna see
I like to watch your body move when your ridin' on top, on top, on top, on top eh
I feel it how you bump and grind wit the twist,
Come and slide wit the twist, if u ain't got plans
How you do it and I new that you was ready
When I saw the way the fatty look in them black pants
And you know I love that lol
It would be good when you be on top and giving me a lapdance
You move your body like a choreographer,
I would lay down and watch if I got that chance
I would be owing you an apology for
But I'ma be better but I'm lovin the way she rockin' me
Possibly I could be up in the oddesy
For my good the bottom be when I let her get on top of me
I new that she was kinder bubble she got in the truck,
I wanna hit it after sippin the yak in the cup,
I like the way the booty look when she backing it up,
Come wit me and lets get buck in the back of the bus
A good time are u wit that there, come and give it to me cause I gotta get that there.
New boat was here, gone sip that there, then pop this ere let me hit that there
So sexy a bottle of 58, when she ride me she make her body vibrate
When I'm looking at her I never get irate, when she got on top of me and then gyrate
I like to watch your body move when your ridin on top,
On top, on top, on top eh
I like to watch your body move when your ridin on top,
On top, on top, on top
Moving them hips rockin ever so slowly,
Actin' so grown and sexy you know what I wanna see
I like to watch your body move when your ridin on top,
On top, on top, on top eh
The song "On Top" by Twista Feat. Akon is a song about enjoying the physical act of sex, specifically the pleasure of watching someone ride on top. The lyrics conjure images of a woman moving her hips in a slow and seductive manner, driving the singer wild with desire. He compares the movements of her body to that of a choreographer, emphasizing how in control and skilled she is. He also mentions the joy of trading places with the woman he is having sex with, and the thrill of being rough with her while she is also rough with him. The singer's focus on the woman's body movements during sex shows his appreciation for the female form and the beauty in the act of lovemaking.
Overall, the song is a celebration of sexual pleasure, showcasing the beauty and artistry in sexual movements. The lyrics also demonstrate a mutual respect between the singer and his partner, indicating a consensual and enjoyable sexual encounter.
Line by Line Meaning
I like to watch your body move when your ridin on top, on top, on top, on top eh
I enjoy watching you move your body when you're on top during sex
Moving them hips ride me ever so slowly, Actin so grown and sexy you know what I wanna see
You're moving your hips slowly and seductively, and I love it
Look at how she make it move like jelly man You know I gotta get a shock wit this daddy can You can have a brother coming out the pelly pants If I gotta keep em looking at the way you belly dance
You're moving your body like jelly, and it's driving me wild. If I keep watching you, I might just have to take a trip to the grocery store
She got a cute portfolio, fast like a Nascar like she drove before Because I can tell by the way she ride that stick, That she ride that dick like a rodeo ehh
You have a great body, and you're moving so quickly and smoothly. I can tell by the way you ride that you know what you're doing in bed
On top while I'm huggin' them thighs, And you know I like looking at what I do see, I'm tryin' to hit it from the bottom But she told me to be real still 'cause she wanna do me
You're on top, and I'm holding onto your thighs tightly. I enjoy watching you move, and I wanted to switch positions, but you want to take control
Like a gangster when I touch her Thought I was rough but she was rougher She cut me, I didn't cut her We tradin' places like Usher
We're both being rough during sex, but you're even rougher than me. We're taking turns being in control
He don't really know the way you can work He said he ain't hit it good while he was at you But you be givin' me the vision of a freak So I gotta lay back I wanna see what that do cause
Other guys don't know how great you are in bed, but I can tell you're a freak and I want to see more of what you can do
I feel it how you bump and grind wit the twist, Come and slide wit the twist, if u ain't got plans How you do it and I new that you was ready When I saw the way the fatty look in them black pants
I can feel your body moving and grinding in a certain way, and I want to join in if you don't have other plans. I knew you were ready for sex when I saw how good you looked in those black pants
And you know I love that lol It would be good when you be on top and giving me a lapdance You move your body like a choreographer, I would lay down and watch if I got that chance
I love the way you move and it would be hot if you gave me a lap dance while on top. You move with such precision and skill that it's like watching a professional dancer
A good time are u wit that there, come and give it to me cause I gotta get that there. New boat was here, gone sip that there, then pop this ere let me hit that there
Are you down for a good time? Give me what I want because I need it. I'll drink a little, and then we'll have sex
So sexy a bottle of 58, when she ride me she make her body vibrate When I'm looking at her I never get irate, when she got on top of me and then gyrate
You're so sexy, like a rare and expensive bottle of wine. When you ride me, your body vibrates with pleasure. Watching you move like that never makes me angry, especially when you're on top and gyrating
I like to watch your body move when your ridin on top, on top, on top, on top eh
I enjoy watching you move your body when you're on top during sex
Moving them hips rockin ever so slowly, Actin' so grown and sexy you know what I wanna see
You're moving your hips slowly and sexily, and I want to see more
I like to watch your body move when your ridin on top, on top, on top, on top eh
I enjoy watching you move your body when you're on top during sex
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: C. Mitchell, Curtis Kennard Kincaid, Devin Lee Parker, Samuel C Lindley
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Angel Gutierrez
How doesnt this song have a video? Its a classic man.
Glenn Jones
Great Song! Its that relaxing with my baby, not a care in the world kind of song that makes you forget about everything and just be grateful for having each other :-)
Terra Moyan
Luv this song haha!
Jessica Clarke
LOVE THIS SONG !!
Jannelle Martin
im in love with this song, so many good memories. <3
Nic_ 71
Twista always produce state of the art music make it fire
Sarah Khawaja
Still a live song.. Akon is the King!
Fred Jones
Twista was interviewed in the book 'HOW TO RAP: The Art & Science of the Hip-Hop MC' Really good book, he drops a lot of gems about how he raps and how he learned how to rap fast
Kaitlin Pavloff
I kinda wanna read it now
vollkommenwir
Still good in 2022 🔥