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)
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Twista Lyrics
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You don't want to see these murder guys
Princess cuts hurt ya eyes
Got the chicks that work them thighs
Pull the top back on the prowler
Like the car ain't circumcised
Burglarize hoes
Leave ya eyes closed
Smoke yo fire dro
No repercussions
He was disgusting
Turn my volume under ten
To keep my speakers from busting
If them people come rushin
Can't say I froze
Won't open the doors
Bout time they caught up
I done exposed of my outer clothes
Car in the garage
I say good God
My day was hard
Call two freaks up for the ménage trois
Parlaying hard
Sade was suave
When we was screwing
Sheets was ruin
If beef is brewing
I'mma put slugs deep into
Money they be pursuing
The nerve of these jealous bastards fo hatin
Master my patience
Them custom wood grain caskets is waitin
Passion for satin
They must have
Gave them a blood bath
Had to show them who really holdin shit down wit they tuff ass
We alias
They wishin they be us
can't three eighty us
Cause we'll wreck everything within a ten-block radius
When ya see me betta speak with love
Or leak some blood
I got connections with all type of BM, Chiefs, and GOVS
Deeply plugged who gotta retire from crime
Bout to hit that big lick
So we gonna pull it
[CHORUS]
One last time
I got some good news man
Some good news
We gone come up if we just make this quick move
Lay it all on the line
Hit'em in the body and da dome
Left the after party wit the chrome
Come up wit a milly
Soon as everybody know that I'm gone
Cause I made it mama your son he's a success
Now you ain't got no reason to stress
Gotta keep it Gangsta
Cause I'ma Hustla
Do it like a balla
Cause I'ma a mobsta
[VERSE 2]
Cause it only takes a second to pop me a snitch
Call up my connection and cop me a brick
And he sent a chezovoceian chick
She was actin cocky and shit
She like watchin blow at the hotel
Wit big dreams to never stop being rich
And she wasn't too sloppy wit dick
Said when she get on she was gonna cop me a six
Platinum blue spreewell shoes
Detail smooth
On some Mickey and malery me and my female crews
Type of demo what's the beno
I gave her two six plus ten four
That's twelve five for the brick
And five hundred for the plane and limo
Plain and simple called my guy and told'em thanks and send more
Meditating plot on my lick when I smell them frankensen blow
Do my thugdizle I ain't scared of this
Fly ya head like peagus
Bloody up that necklace
Hoe I'ma Aries
Them terrorist fucked up the lick when sendin chicks on the plane
Put a major glitch in the game
But I'm get me them thangs
As I come wit new ways to travel watch my shorties get on em
Comin back wit pound and packages wit the scorpions on them
Of course we been on them
Niggaz know they two for forty and want'em
I done seen truck load wit more keys than accordion
And you think I'm past up that quick fast dust
let me mask up
That ain't a fast truck
Get yo ass stuffed
[CHORUS]
[VERSE 3]
I spit words that be gangsta shit
Make hustla tip and ballers rich
Hatters sick mobsta hitz
I'm the shit
You can't see me visit the optometrist
Cars I flip unorthodox like Dr. Bonovich
Prada lic but nigga got whooped
Should of seen shit was funny
My old connection he got reason to gun me
I know he took the money
Even if I probably wrong
Turn down the volume
Shoot him on plastic to lay his body on
Fuckin marcon
Two to the caveza
Pincha puto
That ring on your pinky was too cold
Got pinch for two O's
And a half brick my staff is sick
Had him confess like a catholic
Always thought things was funny now you don't laugh at shit
Stupid bastard bitch
Never fuck wit Twista, Turtle Banxxs, and Stokes
Coming up dro flowin slangin dope
I tried to chill
but when I see a lic to make the world mine
On the love
I think I got to pull it
[Chorus]
The first verse of Twista's One Last Time begins with a boastful tone, describing his confidence and power over his adversaries. The lyrics talk about his ability to intimidate others and his luxury lifestyle. The second verse takes a dark turn, with Twista discussing the drug trade and the violence that often comes with it. The language becomes more aggressive, and he talks about his willingness to use force to achieve his goals. The third verse continues the theme of violence and paints a picture of a world where there are no rules.
The chorus of the song is catchy and speaks to the desire of Twista and his associates to come up with a quick score one last time before quitting the criminal lifestyle. The lyrics refer to the desire to make a million dollars and leave the life of crime behind. The song highlights the dangerous and often violent consequences that come with living a life of crime.
Overall, Twista's One Last Time is a song that glorifies the criminal lifestyle while also highlighting its risks and dangers. The lyrics are aggressive and reveal a darker side to the rapper's persona while also showcasing his lyrical prowess.
Line by Line Meaning
You don't want to see these murder guys
You don't want to encounter these dangerous individuals
Princess cuts hurt ya eyes
The dazzling diamonds on their jewelry are blinding
Got the chicks that work them thighs
They have attractive women who know how to seduce
Pull the top back on the prowler
Lowering the convertible roof of the car
Like the car ain't circumcised
Exposing the full extent of the car's features
Burglarize hoes
Engaging in criminal activities with promiscuous women
Leave ya eyes closed
They cause harm to others, rendering them unable to see
Bricks in my truck while I ride slow
Transporting illegal drugs in my vehicle at a leisurely pace
Smoke yo fire dro
Consuming high-quality marijuana
No repercussions
No consequences for their actions
He was disgusting
Referring to someone's abhorrent behavior
Turn my volume under ten
Lowering the volume of the music to avoid attention
To keep my speakers from busting
To prevent the singers from being damaged
If them people come rushin
If law enforcement authorities come running
Can't say I froze
I won't be caught off guard
Won't open the doors
Refusing to cooperate with authorities
Bout time they caught up
It was only a matter of time before they caught me
I done exposed of my outer clothes
I have disposed of the clothes I was wearing
Car in the garage
Hiding the car in the garage
I say good God
Expressing astonishment or frustration
My day was hard
Having a difficult day
Call two freaks up for the ménage trois
Calling two promiscuous women for a threesome
Parlaying hard
Engaging in intense partying or enjoyment
Sade was suave
Referring to the artist Sade as being sophisticated or elegant
When we was screwing
When we were engaging in sexual activity
Sheets was ruin
The bedsheets were in disarray or damaged
If beef is brewing
If conflict or tension is arising
I'mma put slugs deep into
I will respond violently and aggressively
Money they be pursuing
They are constantly chasing after money and wealth
The nerve of these jealous bastards fo hatin
Expressing frustration towards envious individuals who dislike them
Master my patience
Developing and honing their ability to remain calm and composed
Them custom wood grain caskets is waitin
Referring to the idea that they are destined for a violent and premature death
Passion for satin
Having a strong desire for luxury or opulence
They must have
They must possess or have access to
Gave them a blood bath
Subjecting their enemies to a violent and gruesome ordeal
Had to show them who really holdin shit down wit they tuff ass
Asserting dominance and proving their superiority over others
We alias
Using aliases or alternate identities
They wishin they be us
Others envying their lifestyle and success
can't three eighty us
They can't compete or surpass us
Cause we'll wreck everything within a ten-block radius
Their impact or influence would extend to a significant distance
When ya see me betta speak with love
When encountering them, it is necessary to show respect and affection
Or leak some blood
Failure to do so may result in violence or harm
I got connections with all type of BM, Chiefs, and GOVS
Having influential connections to various individuals and authorities
Deeply plugged who gotta retire from crime
Having extensive connections and influence, making it difficult for others to engage in criminal activities
Bout to hit that big lick
About to undertake a highly profitable venture
So we gonna pull it
They will execute their plans
One last time
Engaging in one final endeavor
I got some good news man
I have positive information to share
Some good news
Positive developments
We gone come up if we just make this quick move
They will achieve success if they act swiftly and decisively
Lay it all on the line
Risk everything for their ultimate goal
Hit'em in the body and da dome
Physically attack their enemies, targeting vital areas
Left the after party wit the chrome
Leaving the event armed with firearms
Come up wit a milly
Acquiring a substantial amount of money
Soon as everybody know that I'm gone
Immediately after they disappear or leave the scene
Cause I made it mama your son he's a success
They have achieved success, making their mother proud
Now you ain't got no reason to stress
Their success alleviates their mother's worries or concerns
Gotta keep it Gangsta
They must maintain their tough and intimidating demeanor
Cause I'ma Hustla
Because they are a skilled and relentless entrepreneur
Do it like a balla
They conduct themselves with extravagance and success
Cause I'ma a mobsta
They possess attributes or qualities of a high-ranking criminal
Cause it only takes a second to pop me a snitch
They can eliminate a traitor or informant quickly and easily
Call up my connection and cop me a brick
Contacting a reliable source to purchase drugs
And he sent a chezovoceian chick
The connection provided a beautiful and exotic woman
She was actin cocky and shit
She displayed a confident and arrogant attitude
She like watchin blow at the hotel
She enjoys watching the movie 'Blow' while residing at a hotel
Wit big dreams to never stop being rich
She aspires to be perpetually wealthy and successful
And she wasn't too sloppy wit dick
She was skilled and proficient in sexual activities
Said when she get on she was gonna cop me a six
When she becomes successful, she plans to purchase an expensive car for them
Platinum blue spreewell shoes
Referring to a specific brand and color of expensive shoes
Detail smooth
The shoes have intricate and flawless craftsmanship
On some Mickey and malery me and my female crews
Engaging in luxurious and extravagant activities with a group of attractive women
Type of demo what's the beno
Referring to their lavish and extravagant lifestyle
I gave her two six plus ten four
They provided her with a large sum of money
That's twelve five for the brick
A portion of the money is allocated for purchasing drugs
And five hundred for the plane and limo
A portion of the money is allocated for transportation expenses
Plain and simple called my guy and told'em thanks and send more
Contacting their drug supplier and expressing gratitude while requesting additional supply
Meditating plot on my lick when I smell them frankensen blow
Planning a criminal act while detecting the scent of particular drugs
Do my thugdizle I ain't scared of this
Fearlessly embracing their criminal lifestyle
Fly ya head like peagus
Causing others to panic or be overwhelmed by their actions
Bloody up that necklace
Causing harm to someone's jewelry or accessories
Hoe I'ma Aries
Asserting their zodiac sign as a symbol of their strength and determination
Them terrorist fucked up the lick when sendin chicks on the plane
Other criminal individuals ruined their plan by involving women in illegal activities
Put a major glitch in the game
Their plan was severely disrupted and compromised
But I'm get me them thangs
Despite the setback, they will still acquire drugs and continue their operation
As I come wit new ways to travel watch my shorties get on em
They have devised alternative methods of transportation to avoid detection
Comin back wit pound and packages wit the scorpions on them
Returning with a large amount of drugs and concealing them within packages with scorpion logos
Of course we been on them
They have already been involved in such activities
Niggaz know they two for forty and want'em
There is a high demand for the drugs they sell at a particular price
I done seen truck load wit more keys than accordion
They have witnessed a large quantity of drugs being transported in trucks
And you think I'm past up that quick fast dust
Don't underestimate their ability to swiftly and discreetly execute their plans
Let me mask up
Putting on a mask or disguise to conceal their identity
That ain't a fast truck
Referring to their getaway vehicle not being an ordinary or slow-paced car
Get yo ass stuffed
Warning others that they will face harm or violence
I spit words that be gangsta shit
Their lyrics are aggressive and reflect a gangster lifestyle
Make hustla tip and ballers rich
Their music influences and motivates aspiring hustlers and successful individuals
Hatters sick mobsta hitz
Their music angers and frustrates their haters, showcasing their mobster-like influence
I'm the shit
They consider themselves to be exceptional or superior
You can't see me visit the optometrist
Others can't match their level of success or influence
Cars I flip unorthodox like Dr. Bonovich
They can acquire and sell cars in unique and unconventional ways
Prada lic but nigga got whooped
They may appear to be fashionable and wealthy, but they have experienced defeat or humiliation
Should of seen shit was funny
They should have recognized the suspicious or humorous nature of a situation
My old connection he got reason to gun me
Their previous drug supplier has a motive to harm them
I know he took the money
They are aware that the person stole their money
Even if I probably wrong
Although they might not have concrete evidence, they believe their intuition is correct
Turn down the volume
Lowering the sound or noise
Shoot him on plastic to lay his body on
Planning to kill him and dispose of his body on a plastic surface
Fuckin marcon
Expressing frustration towards an individual named Marcon
Two to the caveza
Shooting someone in the head twice
Pincha puto
Insulting someone with vulgar language
That ring on your pinky was too cold
Admiring or commenting on someone's expensive and impressive ring
Got pinch for two O's
They were arrested for possessing two ounces of drugs
And a half brick my staff is sick
They had half a brick of drugs and their associates are skilled in dealing with them
Had him confess like a catholic
They coerced someone into confessing, similar to a Catholic confessional
Always thought things was funny now you don't laugh at shit
Previously, the person found things amusing, but now they no longer find anything funny due to the person's actions
Stupid bastard bitch
Insulting and demeaning a foolish person
Never fuck wit Twista, Turtle Banxxs, and Stokes
Advising others not to mess with them or provoke their anger
Coming up dro flowin slangin dope
They are rising in the ranks by selling drugs and demonstrating their eloquence
I tried to chill
They attempted to relax or be calm
But when I see a lic to make the world mine
When they encounter an opportunity to seize power or control
On the love
Expressing their genuine commitment and dedication
I think I got to pull it
They believe they must take action or make a decision
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CARL TERRELL MITCHELL, KANYE WEST, KANYE OMARI WEST
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