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)
Po Pimp
Twista Lyrics
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In the backseat, of a Caddy
Chop it up, with Do or Die
Do you want to ride?
In the backseat, of a Caddy
Chop it up, with Do or Die
Sipping Seagram, chewing on a wheat stem
Touching on my four fin
Move it to the back so I can see who beeping this Po Pimp
Spring to the phone with a slow limp
In a trip that shitted with three, one, two, seven, six, two, ten
Three line connection, as the rest of them wanted affection
Just bring the weed, we got the drinks you need
And plus we strapped with two protections
I put the phone in the hook, then I pause for a minute
'Cause I forgot where I met the hoe
And the feeling I've forgotten if the hoes want to snap
I straight up check the hoe, really doe, to the crib
Do you want to ride?
In the backseat, of a Caddy
Chop it up, with Do or Die
Do you want to ride?
In the backseat, of a Caddy
Chop it up, with Do or Die
Seven deuce five, the ride the point to spot the live hoes
Three miles per hour, like we running up on some rivals
Never to deny though, these bitches look fly 'Lo
Introduce myself, a to the motherfucking K finna recognize
Then I loose myself juice myself
As you take one pull, uh, pass it to the left and 'em
Self-centered niggaz'll take two pulls
'Cause they thinking about sampling 'em
P-I, M-P, ology, but logically
We're learning these hoes biology, and obviously, well
Mm, ain't this some shit, pull up in the see-A
D-I, Double-L, with ah A-see, A-see hoes
They peep those, P-I, M-P, and they think that automatically
'Cause he's a pimp, he gotta be, full of that
M-O, N-E, but why?
'Cause nigga be sporting nice cars and fancy clothes
Fresh jewels Girbaud flexing one five oh (chop chop)
Chop up that paper hoe, chop up that paper hoe
Watch where your lips go, caress my tip slow
To the tempo, instrumental
Real simple when you fucking with a pimp doe
Get involved in the backseat
Let's have me in the cab betcha mess with ya young ass
Smoking on that finest grass
Never miss what you never had, at last
P-I, M-P, ology, but logically
We learning these hoes biology, and obviously, well
Do you want to ride?
In the backseat, of a Caddy
Chop it up, with Do or Die
Do you want to ride?
In the backseat, of a Caddy
Chop it up, with Do or Die
Well a motherfucker might be broke and shit
And then collecting no dough from tips
But I be spitting mo' game than a mouthful of poker chips
To get them hoes with the Oprah lips and the provoking hips
And never gotta tell her many lies
I been looking in the city skies, get up in the kitty's thighs
'Cause I'm blessed with a look of innocence, good sex
Peanut butter complex and some pretty eyes
Pity cries on my strategy side, yo when out of me gotta be
Right, that'd be the flatter me right
But if the head the bonk come on suck a nigga dick
Members of my click, want to see what that'd be like
I know you want to try it out, to the rhythm of a high hat
Don't be bogus and deny that
I done got a hold of them my fellas on the train
While she lie back, now motherfucker can you bow down?
Where your ride at? On the passenger side of your hoes
Trying to come up on another G
The broad all up under me trying to smother me
Looking lovely while I roll another bead, suddenly
She learned that I don't deal with emotions
But when we in the room she rubbing me with lotion
She cumming like an ocean coasting have a cigarette thinking
Me and Do or Die dig drinking love potion
The word that was never said
Twista be giving women dick in the bed
Until they sick in the head, and if I ever leave whoever dead
They ain't tricking the Feds or spitting game
But it's chicken and bread
Kicking them legs in the air like a player do
Then be little in a day or two
After words I'm slay a crew, now that's some pimp type shit
That be Low and AK'll do, wearing gray and blue
If a hoe want to holler then you a player if you hit them ends
And get the dividends but you a pimp if you can get
The same hoe to want to freak your friends
'Cause I studied P-I, M-P, ology, but logically
Be learning these hoes biology, obviously, well
Do you want to ride?
In the backseat, of a Caddy
Chop it up, with Do or Die
Do you want to ride?
In the backseat, of a Caddy
Chop it up, with Do or Die
Do you want to ride with me
Come and ride with me
Baby come and ride with me
Baby come and ride with me, Do or Die
The lyrics of Twista's song Po Pimp describe the life of a pimp as he invites women to ride with him in the backseat of a Cadillac, accompanied by the rap duo Do or Die. The song emphasizes the hedonistic lifestyle of pimps and their relationships with women. The lyrics describe the singer's ability to manipulate women into doing what he wants while also discussing women's physical attributes in a degrading manner.
The first verse discusses a conversation between the singer and a woman who wants to hang out with him. The next verse takes place as they cruise around in the back of a Cadillac, smoking, and drinking while looking for other women. The following verse is more explicit, with the pimp boasting about his sexual prowess and his ability to make a woman feel good. The song then ends with the main chorus, encouraging the listener to come and ride with the singer and Do or Die.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you want to ride?
Are you interested in joining me for a drive?
In the backseat, of a Caddy
Sitting in the rear of a Cadillac
Chop it up, with Do or Die
Engage in conversation and collaboration with Do or Die (another rap group)
It was seven double oh P.M. Fly low to them hoes in the be
It was 7:00 PM, cruising slowly to attract the attention of women in the area
Sipping Seagram, chewing on a wheat stem
Drinking Seagram's alcohol and chewing on a wheat stalk
Touching on my four fin
Adjusting the volume or settings of the car's audio system
Move it to the back so I can see who beeping this Po Pimp
Move to the backseat to check who is calling my phone with the sound of a pimp's ringtone
Spring to the phone with a slow limp
Hurry to answer the phone with a subtle swagger in my step
In a trip that shitted with three, one, two, seven, six, two, ten
On a journey with three individuals, acknowledging their phone numbers
Three line connection, as the rest of them wanted affection
Having a three-way phone call, with the others seeking emotional connection
Just bring the weed, we got the drinks you need
If you bring marijuana, we already have the alcoholic beverages you desire
And plus we strapped with two protections
We are also carrying two firearms for safety
I put the phone in the hook, then I pause for a minute
I place the phone back on the receiver, then take a brief pause
'Cause I forgot where I met the hoe
Because I can't remember where I met this lady
And the feeling I've forgotten if the hoes want to snap
And I can't recall if the women want to take a picture with me
I straight up check the hoe, really doe, to the crib
I directly invite the woman to my home
Seven deuce five, the ride the point to spot the live hoes
Driving a 725 car model to find attractive women
Three miles per hour, like we running up on some rivals
Driving slowly as if approaching enemies
Never to deny though, these bitches look fly 'Lo
Never denying that these women look attractive
Introduce myself, a to the motherfucking K finna recognize
Introduce myself as Twista, expecting them to recognize my reputation
Then I loose myself juice myself
Then I let go of my inhibitions and boost my confidence
As you take one pull, uh, pass it to the left and 'em
As you take a puff of a joint, pass it to the person on your left
Self-centered niggaz'll take two pulls
Selfish individuals will take two puffs
'Cause they thinking about sampling 'em
Because they want to try out the marijuana
P-I, M-P, ology, but logically
Pimp psychology, but with sound reasoning
We're learning these hoes biology, and obviously, well
We are understanding the nature of these women and it's obvious
Mm, ain't this some shit, pull up in the see-A
Isn't this interesting, arriving in a C-A car (likely referring to Cadillac)
D-I, Double-L, with ah A-see, A-see hoes
Representing D-I, Double-L (likely referring to the rap group Do or Die) with beautiful women
They peep those, P-I, M-P, and they think that automatically
They notice those associated with pimping, and automatically assume
'Cause he's a pimp, he gotta be, full of that
Since he is a pimp, he must possess
M-O, N-E, but why?
Money, but why is that the assumption?
'Cause nigga be sporting nice cars and fancy clothes
Because men like me drive luxurious cars and wear expensive clothing
Fresh jewels Girbaud flexing one five oh (chop chop)
Wearing new jewelry and stylish Girbaud clothing, showing off a 150 BPM rap flow
Chop up that paper hoe, chop up that paper hoe
Make money quickly, make money quickly
Watch where your lips go, caress my tip slow
Be careful where your lips touch, caress my genitalia slowly
To the tempo, instrumental
To the rhythm of the music
Real simple when you fucking with a pimp doe
It's straightforward when you're involved with a pimp
Get involved in the backseat
Engage in sexual activities in the car's rear seats
Let's have me in the cab betcha mess with ya young ass
Allow me to take control and show you a good time, teasing your youthful nature
Smoking on that finest grass
Smoking high-quality marijuana
Never miss what you never had, at last
You can't miss something you've never experienced, finally
P-I, M-P, ology, but logically
Pimp psychology, but with sound reasoning
We learning these hoes biology, and obviously, well
We are understanding the nature of these women and it's obvious
Well a motherfucker might be broke and shit
A person could be financially struggling
And then collecting no dough from tips
And not earning any money from tips
But I be spitting mo' game than a mouthful of poker chips
But I have more skills and charisma than a person with a mouth full of poker chips
To get them hoes with the Oprah lips and the provoking hips
To attract women with full lips like Oprah and enticing hips
And never gotta tell her many lies
And never having to lie to her frequently
I been looking in the city skies
I have been searching in the sky above the city
Get up in the kitty's thighs
Engage in sexual activities with a woman
'Cause I'm blessed with a look of innocence, good sex
Because I possess a naturally innocent appearance and provide good sexual experiences
Peanut butter complex and some pretty eyes
Having a mixed-race background and attractive eyes
Pity cries on my strategy side
Women feeling sympathy and being emotionally manipulated by my tactics
Yo when out of me gotta be right
When it comes to me, everything has to be perfect
That'd be the flatter me right
That would boost my ego
But if the head the bonk come on suck a nigga dick
But if she wants to perform oral sex, then come and pleasure me
Members of my click, want to see what that'd be like
Members of my group want to witness that experience
I know you want to try it out, to the rhythm of a high hat
I know you want to experiment with it, in sync with the rhythm of a high hat drum
Don't be bogus and deny that
Don't act falsely and deny those desires
I done got a hold of them my fellas on the train
I've communicated with my friends on the phone
While she lie back, now motherfucker can you bow down?
While she relaxes, can you demonstrate respect?
Where your ride at? On the passenger side of your hoes
Where is your car? Parked on the passenger side of your women
Trying to come up on another G
Attempting to profit another thousand dollars
The broad all up under me trying to smother me
The woman being overly clingy and suffocating me
Looking lovely while I roll another bead, suddenly
Looking beautiful as I roll another joint, suddenly
She learned that I don't deal with emotions
She understood that I don't engage with emotions
But when we in the room she rubbing me with lotion
But when we're alone, she massages me with lotion
She cumming like an ocean coasting have a cigarette thinking
She reaches orgasm intensely, then we relax and think about smoking a cigarette
Me and Do or Die dig drinking love potion
Me and Do or Die enjoy consuming alcohol and feeling love's effects
The word that was never said
The word 'love' that was never spoken
Twista be giving women dick in the bed
Twista pleasing women sexually
Until they sick in the head
Until they become obsessed
And if I ever leave whoever dead
And if I were to leave any woman emotionally damaged
They ain't tricking the Feds or spitting game
They won't reveal any illegal activities or secrets
But it's chicken and bread
But it's about money and resources
Kicking them legs in the air like a player do
Making their legs move in the air like a skilled seducer
Then be little in a day or two
Then belittle them and lose interest after a day or two
After words I'm slay a crew
Afterwards, I will dominate a group of people
Now that's some pimp type shit
That's an example of pimp-like behavior
That be Low and AK'll do, wearing gray and blue
That's what Low and AK (possibly referring to other individuals) would do, wearing gray and blue clothing
If a hoe want to holler then you a player if you hit them ends
If a woman wants to talk to you, you are considered a player if you make money
And get the dividends but you a pimp if you can get
And receive financial gains, but you are a pimp if you can
The same hoe to want to freak your friends
Make the same woman desire your friends sexually
'Cause I studied P-I, M-P, ology, but logically
Because I've learned pimp psychology, but with logical thinking
Be learning these hoes biology, obviously, well
I am understanding the nature of these women, obviously
Come and ride with me
Come and join me for a drive
Baby come and ride with me
Baby, accompany me on a drive
Baby come and ride with me, Do or Die
Baby, come and join me for a drive, Do or Die (the rap group) as well
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Carl Mitchell, Darnell Smith, Dennis Round, Samuel Lindley
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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