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)
Sex Appeal
Twista Lyrics
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And ya got that sex appeal
She had a walk too sassy
Approachin' with a dog that looked like Lassie
The lipstick, and the Fendi, Prada
Kinda lookin' all classy
Psychological tendency, proto-call
Weed smell on my Prada clothes
Sometimes, I trip on myself
How I spit at these modern ho's
On the two-way, poppin' and droppin' the conversation
And I'm steady staggerin'
Look at the Remy that I had last week off Madison
Tryna walk a straight line
But I can't find a pattern in her
I looked at the door
Put my drink on the floor
Cocked my nine when I opened it slow
Half-breed Chinese, sittin' a Lac
And about a hash green, plus
The audacity of the star
Strippin' and maneuver her ass like next to me
Actually, this S-E-X is testin' me
A-double-P, E-A-L
And it sound like her body is callin' me
But it might be the alcohol in me
And the sex appeal, it keep on drawin' me
Sex, sex, appeal
I'm talkin' bout sex appeal
Sex, sex, appeal
Her body keep callin' me, whoa
Sex, sex, appeal
I'm talkin' 'bout sex appeal, girl, whoa right
Sex, sex, appeal, whoa-ah
I'm finna get her off, high Hydro
Bump a crown from mista porch
Hey there lil' mama
Do you wanna come kick your heels
In the back of my Range Rove?
Wanna do what'chu did before?
Don't trip, cause "You Already Know"
C-O-M-E-B-E-W-I-X-T, that me, Belo
Just do it "Nice And Slow"
You gotta raise the door
And I don't pay for show
'Cause I don't pay fo-sho
You can grab yo' kicks and go
Put on yo (shh), let's roll
Recognize the G, true ballin'
Do or die, pimp or die, not fallin'
When we all in, yo club
Chillin' with the chiefs and the dubs
And I got love for the jiggaboos
Pop Chrys' with the niggas, and the bitches too
Dig a bitch out the Grove, like I just do
People say I'm like a statue
Spit the B in yo ear
Take you off to the real, and I match you
Sex appeal
Sex, sex, appeal
I'm talkin' bout sex appeal
Sex, sex, appeal
Her body keep callin' me, whoa
Sex, sex, appeal
I'm talkin' 'bout sex appeal, girl, whoa right
Whoa-ah, na, na, na
Go kick it wit' my niggas in the drop Regal
Do what, a Twista, Caddy, Po-Pimp sequel
On my way to the club, peek-a-boo motherfucka
But first I gotta roll one, for my people
Hate us for doin' that, saw us
Through Windy City, nightcrawlers
Who would have imagined lyricals on the legacy?
Cities legendary like, Rap-A-Lot and Legit Ballaz
Shit, let the Mo' pop, and drop the top
Ride like it's summertime in the Chi
Get'chu blind, to the abra
Blowin' lime to the sky
Rhyme til' I die, tryin' to get by
Lil' miss, lookin' tight in the coochie
Whether it's a Gucci
Love the way you do the jiggy when you walk
Soundin' like you freaky, girl, every time you talk
I know ya aura make the fellas wanna break 'em off
Hear me brotha?
Gotta try to get our feet further
Hit a lic' and feed, one-another
'Cause all we got is, each-other
I take it week after week
And to kick the flows that I freak but, uh
Roll up on a chick and spit game
Let me show you how the back seat of a Lexus feel
Take a hit of cess and chill
Girl, dressed to kill
Whippin' that sex appeal
Next appeal?
Sex, sex, appeal (whoa)
I'm talkin' bout sex appeal, hey
Sex, sex, appeal
Said her body keep
Sex, sex, appeal (callin', callin', callin' me)
Sex, sex, appeal (callin', callin', callin' me)
Sex appeal, sex, sex appeal
Sex appeal, sex appeal (talkin' about)
Sex appeal, sex, sex appeal (oh yeah)
Sex appeal, sex appeal (bring it on, bring it on)
Said ya body just callin' me
And ain't nothin' like an orgy
Back it all, girl (aah-aah)
'Cause a brotha just (aah-aah)
I'm fallin in love with her
Yes I am, yes I am
Yes I am
Whoa-ah
Said I'm still right here
Lookin' it at your heart closed
Checkin' out that Prada coat
Hmm, mmm, mmm
In Twista's song Sex Appeal, the rapper talks about his attraction to a woman who exudes sex appeal. He describes her appearance, fashion sense, and demeanor that he finds irresistible, causing him to lose his balance and trip on his own words. Throughout the song, he talks about the intensity of the sexual attraction he feels towards her, narrating his experience with precision. The song also contains vulgar language and some adult references and is generally categorized as a hip-hop or rap song.
In the first verse, Twista describes a woman who walks confidently, carrying herself with an air of sophistication. He admires her dress sense that includes Fendi, Prada, and lipstick. While he seems to appreciate the woman's beauty, Twista also highlights his struggles with being faithful, which he attributes to the sex appeal of modern women. In the second verse, Twista invokes the idea of drug and alcohol use to explain his attraction towards his muse. By the end of the song, Twista appears to have given in to his desires, leaving the listener to imagine the possible consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
And ya got that sex appeal
She possesses a captivating and alluring charm
She had a walk too sassy
Her stride exuded confidence and sassiness
Approachin' with a dog that looked like Lassie
She approached with a dog that resembled Lassie
The lipstick, and the Fendi, Prada
She adorned herself with high-end brands like Fendi and Prada
Kinda lookin' all classy
She maintained an elegant and sophisticated appearance
Psychological tendency, proto-call
Her behavior suggested underlying psychological inclinations
Just lookin' at the article
Simply observing her physical attributes
Weed smell on my Prada clothes
The scent of marijuana was present on my expensive Prada outfit
Sometimes, I trip on myself
Occasionally, I stumble and make mistakes
How I spit at these modern ho's
My ability to seduce these contemporary women
On the two-way, poppin' and droppin' the conversation
Engaging in lively and dynamic conversations via a two-way device
And I'm steady staggerin'
I feel unsteady and disoriented
Look at the Remy that I had last week off Madison
Reflecting on the Remy Martin cognac I consumed near Madison Street
Tryna walk a straight line
Attempting to maintain a sober and composed demeanor
But I can't find a pattern in her
I can't discern a consistent behavior or approach in her
I looked at the door
I directed my gaze towards the door
Put my drink on the floor
I placed my drink on the ground
Cocked my nine when I opened it slow
I cautiously opened the door while holding a loaded firearm
Half-breed Chinese, sittin' a Lac
A person of mixed Chinese heritage, seated in a Cadillac
And about a hash green, plus
Possibly referring to marijuana and money
The audacity of the star
The boldness and confidence of the celebrity
Strippin' and maneuver her ass like next to me
Dancing provocatively and positioning herself close to me
Actually, this S-E-X is testin' me
In reality, this sexual desire is challenging and tempting me
A-double-P, E-A-L
Referring to the letters that spell 'appeal'
And it sound like her body is callin' me
Her physical allure seems to be enticing me
But it might be the alcohol in me
However, it could be the influence of alcohol affecting my judgment
And the sex appeal, it keep on drawin' me
Her sex appeal continues to attract and enthrall me
I'm finna get her off, high Hydro
I'm about to pleasure her with hydroponically grown marijuana
Bump a crown from mista porch
Smoke a marijuana joint obtained from Mister Porch
Hey there lil' mama
Addressing an attractive young woman
Do you wanna come kick your heels
Would you like to relax and have a good time
In the back of my Range Rove?
In the rear compartment of my Range Rover car?
Wanna do what'chu did before?
Would you like to engage in activities we have previously done?
Don't trip, cause 'You Already Know'
Don't worry, because you are already aware of the situation
C-O-M-E-B-E-W-I-X-T, that me, Belo
Spelling out 'come be with Twista', which is his nickname, Belo
Just do it 'Nice And Slow'
Engage in the activities gradually and with patience
You gotta raise the door
You need to open the car door
And I don't pay for show
I don't pay for false displays
'Cause I don't pay fo-sho
Because I don't pay for certain things
You can grab yo' kicks and go
You're free to take your belongings and leave
Put on yo (shh), let's roll
Be quiet and let's depart
Recognize the G, true ballin'
Acknowledging the gangster persona and luxurious lifestyle
Do or die, pimp or die, not fallin'
Emphasizing the choices of hustling or dying without giving in
When we all in, yo club
When we're present and active in your club
Chillin' with the chiefs and the dubs
Relaxing with high-ranking individuals and attractive cars
And I got love for the jiggaboos
Showing admiration and respect for attractive women
Pop Chrys' with the niggas, and the bitches too
Drinking Cristal champagne with both men and women
Dig a bitch out the Grove, like I just do
Picking up a woman from the Grove neighborhood, as I usually do
People say I'm like a statue
Others claim I am stoic and unemotional
Spit the B in yo ear
Whispering the seductive lyrics in your ear
Take you off to the real, and I match you
Escaping to a genuine and intimate encounter, in which I complement you
Sex, sex, appeal
Referring to the sexual allure
Said her body keep callin' me, whoa
Expressing that her physique continues to attract and entice me
I'm talkin' 'bout sex appeal, girl, whoa right
Discussing the seductive charm and attractiveness of women
I'm finna get her off, high Hydro
I'm about to sexually satisfy her with potent marijuana
Bump a crown from mista porch
Smoke a marijuana joint obtained from Mister Porch
Hate us for doin' that, saw us
Critics despise us for indulging in such activities, but they witness it
Through Windy City, nightcrawlers
Living a hedonistic lifestyle in Chicago, engaging in nocturnal activities
Who would have imagined lyricals on the legacy?
Who could have anticipated poetic and musical artistry to carry our reputation?
Cities legendary like, Rap-A-Lot and Legit Ballaz
Cities renowned for producing talented artists and record labels
Shit, let the Mo' pop, and drop the top
Allow the champagne to pop and open the car roof
Ride like it's summertime in the Chi
Drive as if it's the peak of summer in Chicago
Get'chu blind, to the abra
Intoxicate yourself to the point of unawareness
Blowin' lime to the sky
Releasing marijuana smoke into the air
Rhyme til' I die, tryin' to get by
Continue to rap until my death, striving to survive
Lil' miss, lookin' tight in the coochie
A young lady appearing attractive and desirable
Whether it's a Gucci
Regardless if she is wearing Gucci clothing
Love the way you do the jiggy when you walk
Admire how she dances and moves stylishly while walking
Soundin' like you freaky, girl, every time you talk
Your speech and conversations suggest a promiscuous nature, girl
I know ya aura make the fellas wanna break 'em off
Your energy and presence entice men to engage in sexual encounters
Hear me brotha?
You understand what I'm saying, my brother?
Gotta try to get our feet further
We need to strive for progress and advancement
Hit a lic' and feed, one-another
Smoke weed and support each other
'Cause all we got is, each-other
Because we only have each other
I take it week after week
I handle it consistently, week by week
And to kick the flows that I freak but, uh
To deliver the rap verses that I enjoy performing
Roll up on a chick and spit game
Approach a woman and engage her with smooth talk
Let me show you how the back seat of a Lexus feel
Allow me to demonstrate the comfort and pleasure of the rear seat in a Lexus car
Take a hit of cess and chill
Inhale marijuana smoke and relax
Girl, dressed to kill
Girl, dressed very attractively
Whippin' that sex appeal
Exhibiting that captivating and seductive charm
Said ya body just callin' me
Your physique is unmistakably captivating and attracting me
And ain't nothin' like an orgy
And there's nothing quite like a sexual orgy
Back it all, girl
Expose and showcase everything you have, girl
'Cause a brotha just
Because a brother like me
I'm fallin in love with her
I'm developing strong feelings of love for her
Yes I am, yes I am
Indeed, I truly am
Yes I am
I definitely am
Said I'm still right here
Expressing that I'm still present and available
Lookin' it at your heart closed
Observing your guarded and closed heart
Checkin' out that Prada coat
Examining your fashionable Prada jacket
Hmm, mmm, mmm
Expressing interest or satisfaction silently
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Frederick Taylor, Darnell Smith, Dennis Round, Carl Mitchell
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
jai105
This song was waaaaaaaaay underrated. Wish there was more radioplay for this!
MZ. T
It's sad when we're celebrated more in death then in life. Your voice will never be duplicated. Rest peacefully J.P.
Big Daddy
MZ. T facts
Ernest Salazar
One of a kind, often imitated but never duplicated
Jace
MZ. T j.p. was the best thank you for recognizing the genius talent of this man
gnmorales1
NEVER!!! be duplicated ever RIP JP
Mike Massey
This is classic do or die music.. Twista kills it as usual!
Mark Bridges
This one of them joints where you can just ride and feel the breeze with a baddie on the side π₯π₯π₯π₯
anwjuice
Mark Bridges #100
Tyrisha Williams
Mark Bridges for real for real