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)
Snoopin'
Twista Lyrics
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Oh, oh-oh-oh
Have mercy, mercy, mercy, mercy me
Now, now, when my boo let me break 'em off, freaky when we makin love
I can do shit to you that'll make you shake in lust
Comin' through how I be stoppin' off, kinky when I make you cum
How could you wanna do shit that'll make me break the trust?
And actin' shady when I'm out the crib, lightly
Cause somethin' bogus just to fight me spite me all in my area
Plus I'm a Sagittarius, you a Pisces
For some reason we be clickin like we on business
But you be on some bullshit
Askin' me where I go, what I do, how I kick it
Won't you get with it baby girl, I don't cheat on you and pull shizz
Now who don't wanna roll on, chrome with then go home with
Get you to the crib, give you some grown dick
I let you hold my pounds down, purchasin' you phones and fits
How many times I told you, I ain't known shit
But you steady don't listen even though it's your friends that listen
Gotta have trust, but you won't back up on a couple I'll catch you wishin'
Claimin' that I'm fuckin on another bitch and
All in my privacy on no premonition, you trippin'
Tell me why do you, doubt a brother, in one ear and out the other
Cause in my shirt you done found number
You steady lurkin' while I was up in the shower
Dumpin' all of my pants pockets, trippin' cause you done found a rubber
And all I gotta say is.
[Chorus]
That's not right (that's not right)
Snoopin' through my things (you snoopin' baby, snoopin' baby)
I don't do it to you (I don't do it, I don't do it)
You shouldn't do that to me (I don't do it to you)
That's not right (that's not right)
Snoopin' through my things (snoopin' through my things)
I don't do it to you (and I sho' wouldn't do it)
You shouldn't do that to me (I ain't gon' do it to you)
I was sittin' in the front just watchin' videos
Readin' my magazine, my Vibe magazine, yeah
I coulda sworn that I turned my damn 2-Way off
But damn I heard it ring, I think I heard it ring, yeah
If it's somethin' that you think that's wrong got you feelin' insecure
I'm grown, baby let me know, and then I'll let you know
Cause I'm the one that's footin' the bills
And I'm not the wrong one, that's for real
You can get your shit and go, go!
Now you don't see me all up in your dresser drawers
You don't see me goin' through your Jag
You don't see me in your celli, you don't see me
Searchin' through your thongs, and you don't see me though your Gucci bag
Baby you got the shabazz, sometimes you need a swift, kick up the ass
Just to to see how far a foot can go
Would you wash it and took it slow, couldn't though
Pressure cookin' low, bitch I hope you find what you lookin' fo'
I'm losin' focus from fuckin' witchu, don't get me charged
Come in from a show, my whole closet be picked apart
If anybody should be paranoid in this motherfucker it should be me
I'm the one smokin' hydro by the jars
You need to leave my stuff alone, go and get some business of your own
Cause me and you ain't spendin' precious time together
Baby don't touch mine, I shouldn't need a "don't touch" sign
I ain't explainin' nothin', you can find whatever
And all I gotta say is.
[Chorus]
Now when I get up in your ooh-watcha-katcha
Move to the mm-ch-ka mm-ch-ka mm-ahh, don't lie
You peepin the details of my fax, mail and voice mail
And E-mail and why sugar, don't try
To come up with the justification for what you doin'
The relationship's about to be ruined for what you persuin'
Steadily tryna see who I'm screwin' like I'm fuckin' the nation
It's nothin' but hatin' that the homies be doin'
Spittin' rumors all up in your ear, tension in the atmosphere
Baby what's the mission here, listen here
You lookin' for numbers and fist in hair
It must be here for a reason so quit before I have to make you disappear
I can do without you pokin' through pockets
Prophecy's potent, whatchu peepin' fo'?
I hate the way that all this time to tell what I been thinkin'
Shoulda told you when I thought about it a week ago
But now I'm tellin' you.
[Chorus: x2]
The lyrics of Twista's song "Snoopin'" tell the story of a relationship that is plagued by lack of trust and insecurity. The song's narrator calls out his partner for constantly looking through his things, checking his calls and messages, and accusing him of cheating. He is upset that she doesn't trust him despite his loyalty and tries to explain how her actions make him feel disrespected and violated. He believes that a relationship should be built on trust and mutual respect, and that their constant bickering and snooping is ruining their love. The song's chorus sings "that's not right, snoopin' through my things, I don't do it to you, you shouldn't do that to me."
The lyrics of "Snoopin'" paint a picture of a toxic and dysfunctional relationship. The singer feels like he is constantly under surveillance and being accused of cheating. He is frustrated that he can't even take a shower without his partner going through his pants pockets. At the same time, he is aware that he is losing his temper and focus because of her behavior. The song ends on a note of warning, with the singer telling his partner to "quit before I have to make you disappear."
Line by Line Meaning
Have mercy, mercy, mercy, mercy, mercy.
I am pleading for mercy, asking for leniency or forgiveness.
Now, now, when my boo let me break 'em off, freaky when we makin love
In intimate moments with my significant other, we engage in unconventional and exciting activities.
I can do shit to you that'll make you shake in lust
I have the ability to satisfy you in ways that will ignite strong desire and pleasure.
Comin' through how I be stoppin' off, kinky when I make you cum
When I arrive, I bring excitement and pleasure, creating a kinky and satisfying experience for you.
How could you wanna do shit that'll make me break the trust?
Why would you want to engage in actions that would damage and erode our trust in each other?
Shoulda knew you were sheisty the way you lick me on my body
I should have realized that you were untrustworthy based on the deceptive way you showed affection towards me.
And actin' shady when I'm out the crib, lightly
You exhibit suspicious behavior when I am not present, trying to hide your true intentions.
Cause somethin' bogus just to fight me spite me all in my area
You create fabricated issues and arguments to intentionally provoke and irritate me in our shared space.
Plus I'm a Sagittarius, you a Pisces
We have different astrological signs, which may lead to compatibility issues and conflicts in our relationship.
For some reason we be clickin like we on business
Despite our differences, we seem to connect and understand each other as if we were conducting business transactions.
But you be on some bullshit
However, you often engage in deceitful and manipulative behavior.
Askin' me where I go, what I do, how I kick it
You constantly question my whereabouts, activities, and social interactions.
Won't you get with it baby girl, I don't cheat on you and pull shizz
Please understand, I am loyal and do not engage in infidelity and dishonest behavior like you suggest.
Now who don't wanna roll on, chrome with then go home with
Who wouldn't want to ride in a stylish car, enjoy its features, and then return home with me?
Get you to the crib, give you some grown dick
I invite you to my home and provide mature sexual intimacy.
I let you hold my pounds down, purchasin' you phones and fits
I entrust you with large sums of money and buy you expensive gadgets and clothing.
How many times I told you, I ain't known shit
I have repeatedly emphasized that I am not involved in any suspicious or dishonest activities.
But you steady don't listen even though it's your friends that listen
You consistently ignore my explanations, despite willingly accepting input from your friends.
Gotta have trust, but you won't back up on a couple I'll catch you wishin'
Trust is an essential component of our relationship, but you seem unwilling to show trust and constantly doubt me.
Claimin' that I'm fuckin on another bitch and
You accuse me of cheating and being sexually involved with another woman.
All in my privacy on no premonition, you trippin'
You invade my personal space without any valid reasons or warnings, and it is causing unnecessary distress.
Tell me why do you, doubt a brother, in one ear and out the other
Why do you choose to doubt and dismiss my explanations without truly considering them?
Cause in my shirt you done found number
You discovered a phone number hidden in my shirt, which has heightened your suspicion and skepticism.
You steady lurkin' while I was up in the shower
You continuously snoop and pry into my personal belongings and activities, even when I am taking a shower.
Dumpin' all of my pants pockets, trippin' cause you done found a rubber
You rummaged through all my pockets, becoming upset and agitated when you found a condom.
That's not right (that's not right)
This behavior is unjust and inappropriate.
Snoopin' through my things (you snoopin' baby, snoopin' baby)
Invading my privacy by searching through my personal belongings and possessions.
I don't do it to you (I don't do it, I don't do it)
I do not engage in the same behavior of invading your privacy and snooping into your personal items.
You shouldn't do that to me (I don't do it to you)
It is not right for you to invade my privacy and engage in such actions.
That's not right (that's not right)
This behavior is unjust and inappropriate.
Snoopin' through my things (snoopin' through my things)
Continuing to invade and search through my personal belongings.
I don't do it to you (and I sho' wouldn't do it)
I do not engage in the same behavior of invading your privacy and snooping into your personal items, and I certainly would not do so.
You shouldn't do that to me (I ain't gon' do it to you)
It is not right for you to invade my privacy and engage in such actions, as I would never do the same to you.
I was sittin' in the front just watchin' videos
I was innocently sitting in the front seat, enjoying and watching music videos.
Readin' my magazine, my Vibe magazine, yeah
I was peacefully reading my Vibe magazine, indulging in entertainment and culture.
I coulda sworn that I turned my damn 2-Way off
I believed I had switched off my pager to avoid any disturbances or distractions.
But damn I heard it ring, I think I heard it ring, yeah
To my surprise, I heard my pager ring, indicating an incoming message or call.
If it's somethin' that you think that's wrong got you feelin' insecure
If there is something you perceive as suspicious or incorrect, causing you to feel uncertain about our relationship.
I'm grown, baby let me know, and then I'll let you know
As an adult, please communicate your concerns to me, and I will respond and address them accordingly.
Cause I'm the one that's footin' the bills
I am the one financially responsible and supporting our lifestyle.
And I'm not the wrong one, that's for real
I am not the one at fault in this situation, and that is the truth.
You can get your shit and go, go!
If you continue with your invasive and mistrustful actions, you can leave and end our relationship.
Now you don't see me all up in your dresser drawers
You do not see me going through your personal belongings in your dresser drawers.
You don't see me goin' through your Jag
You do not catch me searching through your expensive car, your Jaguar.
You don't see me in your celli, you don't see me
You do not witness me invading and snooping through your cella, your private closet or room.
Searchin' through your thongs, and you don't see me though your Gucci bag
I do not search through your undergarments or look inside your Gucci bag when you are not around.
Baby you got the shabazz, sometimes you need a swift, kick up the ass
You possess questionable behavior and need an assertive wake-up call to realize your wrongdoings.
Just to to see how far a foot can go
To determine the extent of influence and correction that a metaphorical kick can have on you.
Would you wash it and took it slow, couldn't though
Even if I tried to approach the situation calmly and gently, it would not be feasible due to your persistence and actions.
Pressure cookin' low, bitch I hope you find what you lookin' fo'
You are creating unnecessary tension and drama, and I sincerely hope you find satisfaction in whatever you are searching for.
I'm losin' focus from fuckin' witchu, don't get me charged
You are causing me to lose my concentration and become distracted due to the negative energy and arguments between us.
Come in from a show, my whole closet be picked apart
After returning from a performance or event, I find my entire closet has been rummaged through and disorganized.
If anybody should be paranoid in this motherfucker it should be me
If anyone should feel suspicious and distrustful in this situation, it should be me, given your actions.
I'm the one smokin' hydro by the jars
I am the one indulging in marijuana, specifically high-quality hydroponically grown weed.
You need to leave my stuff alone, go and get some business of your own
You should stop snooping and invading my personal space and focus on your own matters and concerns.
Cause me and you ain't spendin' precious time together
Our time together is becoming strained and less enjoyable due to the constant disagreements and accusations.
Baby don't touch mine, I shouldn't need a "don't touch" sign
Please refrain from touching my personal belongings, and it should not be necessary for me to explicitly state this.
I ain't explainin' nothin', you can find whatever
I refuse to justify or explain myself any further, as you will find whatever you want to find regardless.
Now when I get up in your ooh-watcha-katcha
When I engage in intimate activities with you, exploring and pleasuring your body.
Move to the mm-ch-ka mm-ch-ka mm-ahh, don't lie
Reacting to sensual movements and sounds, urging you not to lie about your own actions and intentions.
You peepin the details of my fax, mail and voice mail
You are intruding upon my private communications, scrutinizing the content of my faxes, emails, and voicemails.
And E-mail and why sugar, don't try
You are attempting to rationalize and justify your actions, but please do not attempt to do so.
To come up with the justification for what you doin'
Trying to find a valid reason to justify your intrusive and snooping behavior.
The relationship's about to be ruined for what you persuin'
Our relationship is on the verge of being destroyed due to your pursuit of uncovering information and invading my privacy.
Steadily tryna see who I'm screwin' like I'm fuckin' the nation
You persistently attempt to identify who I am having sexual relations with, as if I am involved with everyone in the world.
It's nothin' but hatin' that the homies be doin'
It is nothing more than jealousy and resentment that our mutual acquaintances engage in.
Spittin' rumors all up in your ear, tension in the atmosphere
They spread false rumors and gossip to influence you and create tension and discord in our relationship.
Baby what's the mission here, listen here
What is the purpose or objective of this behavior, please pay attention and comprehend.
You lookin' for numbers and fist in hair
You are searching for evidence, such as phone numbers and strands of hair, to support your suspicions.
It must be here for a reason so quit before I have to make you disappear
If you continue your prying and invasive actions, I will be forced to remove you from my life for our own well-being and peace.
I can do without you pokin' through pockets
I can definitely live without you snooping and searching through my pockets,
Prophecy's potent, whatchu peepin' fo'?
My words and actions are intentional and impactful, why are you constantly snooping for evidence?
I hate the way that all this time to tell what I been thinkin'
I despise the fact that you have taken all this time to decipher my thoughts and intentions.
Shoulda told you when I thought about it a week ago
I should have communicated my thoughts and feelings to you a week ago when I initially had them.
But now I'm tellin' you.
Nevertheless, I am now finally expressing my feelings to you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: HIGH BEAM, CARL TERRELL MITCHELL, FREDERICK TAYLOR
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