The son of a musician from Lakeside, Ty Dolla $ign originally began his career in music by learning the bass guitar. Since then, he has learned several instruments, from the drums, guitars, and keyboard to the MPC. Earlier in his career, Ty Dolla $ign and his partner Kory signed a record deal with Venus Brown and Buddah Brown Ent. They would release Raw & Bangin Mixtape Vol 2, however that deal fell through, and after that he would meet Los Angeles rapper YG. Ty Dolla $ign's initial claim to fame was through the success of "Toot It and Boot It", a song he both wrote and produced for YG. Both are affiliated with the group Pushaz Ink. In 2011, Ty Dolla $ign released his first single "All Star", featuring Joe Moses with production by Fuego. His song "My Cabana" was ranked in Complex's Best 50 Songs of 2012 list at #23.
Ty Dolla $ign signed to Atlantic Records in 2012. Then he released the Beach House mixtape on October 1, 2012 and followed with the Beach House 2 mixtape on July 1, 2013, which featured guest appearances by Too $hort, Wiz Khalifa, Juicy J, and Kirko Bangz among others. The following day it was revealed he was signed to Wiz Khalifa's Taylor Gang Records. The Beach House mixtape was supported by the single "My Cabana" featuring Young Jeezy and Beach House 2 was supported by the singles "Irie" featuring Wiz Khalifa.
On January 21, 2014, Ty Dolla $ign released his debut extended play, Beach House EP. The EP featured guest appearances from Casey Veggies, Wiz Khalifa, Twista, Jay Rock, Trey Songz, French Montana, and Fredo Santana and the popular single "Paranoid" featuring B.o.B. On January 7, 2014 Ty Dolla $ign released the second single from Beach House EP, "Or Nah" featuring Wiz Khalifa and DJ Mustard. On February 23, 2014, Ty Dolla $ign revealed that his debut studio album would be titled Free TC, and be released during the third quarter of 2014. He also told Revolt that had already completed eight songs for the album, and that he would be going on the Under the Influence 3 tour with Wiz Khalifa during 2014. He is being considered for the 2014 XXL freshman class.
Lil Favorite
Ty Dolla $ign Lyrics
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Sound, sound (sound)
I've been stressin', I've been up all night
Had to leave them hoes alone, had to focus on my life, yeah
I've been flexin', wishin' on my mind
You ain't even gotta test it, girl, you know you're my lil' favorite
Lil', lil', skrrt, skrrt
Yeah, I can't trust no one so I be on my lonely
She say I fuck around, that's why she keep ignorin' me
You tyin' up my line, but baby, that's the old me
I'm dealin' with a lot, this liquor keep on pouring
I beat a case, they tried to make me do the whole thing
So when you say you love me, girl, you gotta show me
I'm done with chasin' hoes, I'm fuckin' with you only
I'm tryna make it so I don't end up your homie
I've been stressin', I've been up all night
Had to leave them hoes alone, had to focus on my life, yeah
I've been flexin', wishin' on my mind
You ain't even gotta test it, girl, you know you're my lil' favorite
Lil', lil', skrrt, skrrt
Lil' favorite, lil', lil', lil', lil', skrrt, skrrt
Yeah, said I fuck around, I swear that's what she told me
All she wanna do is lay up and on me
Got a bag, then we blew it all together
Got a bag, then we ran up that Margiela
Put lil' shawty in a pearl and diamond necklace
Got a Porsche and I dri-ive reckless (skrrt)
I'm done with chasin' hoes, I'm fuckin' with you only
I'm tryna make it so I don't end up your homie
I've been stressin', I've been up all night
Had to leave them hoes alone, had to focus on my life, yeah
I've been flexin', wishin' on my mind
You ain't even gotta test it, girl, you know you're my lil' favorite
Lil', lil', skrrt, skrrt
Lil' favorite, lil', lil', lil', lil', skrrt, skrrt
Oh, Louis on her belt, never leave her by herself
Oh, diamonds too damn cold, they'll never melt (bling blaow)
Playin' Speaker Knockerz on my lonely (skrrt skrrt)
She my lil' favorite, that's my homie (yuh)
Bands in my pocket, yeah you know I got it (yuh)
That's my lil' favorite bih, don't stop it (ooh)
She be rockin' Prada with Balenciaga (sauce)
Pull up in that foreign playin' Lady Gaga (skrrt skrrt)
I've been stressin', I've been up all night
Had to leave them hoes alone, had to focus on my life, yeah
I've been flexin', wishin' on my mind
You ain't even gotta test it, girl, you know you're my lil' favorite
Lil', lil', skrrt, skrrt
Lil' favorite, lil', lil', lil', lil', skrrt, skrrt
Skrrt, skrrt
Ty Dolla $ign's song "Lil Favorite" deals with the theme of romantic relationships and the complexities of trust and loyalty. The verses speak of the artist's struggles with trusting people after having faced legal trouble, and how he is now committed to staying faithful to his partner. The lyrics exhibit an emotional depth and a sense of vulnerability as he confesses that he has given up on chasing women and is focused on building a meaningful connection with his "lil favorite."
The chorus of the song is catchy and memorable, with its repetition of the phrase "lil favorite" and the use of onomatopoeic sounds like "skrrt skrrt" and "bling blaow." The beat of the song is upbeat and lively, with a groovy bassline that complements Ty's melodic vocals. The use of ad-libs and sound effects like a car screeching and a gun being fired adds an element of edginess to the track.
Overall, "Lil Favorite" is a testament to Ty Dolla $ign's songwriting and vocal abilities, as he effortlessly blends various genres and styles to create a piece that is both catchy and meaningful.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been stressin', I've been up all night
I have been worried and staying awake all night
Had to leave them hoes alone, had to focus on my life, yeah
I needed to stop spending time with promiscuous women and concentrate on improving my life
I've been flexin', wishin' on my mind
I've been showing off my success and dreaming of more
You ain't even gotta test it, girl, you know you're my lil' favorite
You don't need to question it, you are my favorite girl
Yeah, I can't trust no one so I be on my lonely
I don't trust anyone, so I am always by myself
She say I fuck around, that's why she keep ignorin' me
She says I cheat on her, which is why she keeps ignoring me
You tyin' up my line, but baby, that's the old me
You are calling me repeatedly, but I am trying to change for the better
I'm dealin' with a lot, this liquor keep on pouring
I have a lot going on, and I keep drinking alcohol to cope with it
I beat a case, they tried to make me do the whole thing
I was able to clear myself of a criminal charge, even though they were trying to punish me severely
So when you say you love me, girl, you gotta show me
If you claim to love me, you need to prove it with your actions
I'm done with chasin' hoes, I'm fuckin' with you only
I am finished pursuing casual relationships, and am only romantically involved with you
Yeah, said I fuck around, I swear that's what she told me
Yeah, she told me that I cheat on her
All she wanna do is lay up and on me
All she wants is to cuddle and spend time together
Got a bag, then we blew it all together
We had a lot of money, and we spent it all as a team
Put lil' shawty in a pearl and diamond necklace
I gave my girlfriend a valuable necklace made of pearls and diamonds
Got a Porsche and I dri-ive reckless (skrrt)
I purchased a Porsche and I drive it recklessly
Oh, Louis on her belt, never leave her by herself
My girlfriend wears a Louis Vuitton belt, and I never leave her alone
Oh, diamonds too damn cold, they'll never melt (bling blaow)
Diamonds are too hard and won't melt due to their extreme coldness (sound effect)
Playin' Speaker Knockerz on my lonely (skrrt skrrt)
I listen to Speaker Knockerz music when I am alone (sound effect)
Bands in my pocket, yeah you know I got it (yuh)
I have lots of money in my pocket, and you already know it (sound effect)
That's my lil' favorite bih, don't stop it (ooh)
That's my favorite girl, don't stop what you're doing (sound effect)
She be rockin' Prada with Balenciaga (sauce)
My girlfriend wears high-end fashion labels like Prada and Balenciaga (slang for style)
Pull up in that foreign playin' Lady Gaga (skrrt skrrt)
I arrive in a foreign car playing Lady Gaga music (sound effect)
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRISTIAN WARD, CHRISTOPHER DOTSON, FLOYD BENTLEY, STEPHANIE AMBER MCGRAW, TYRONE WILLIAM GRIFFIN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Knight7OpsNit3
"I've been stressing, I've been up all night hadda leave them hoes alone hadda focus on my life" I fuck with thattt
@alexisascencio9397
Mid Nite yessir.. perfect timing to
@curtisfrantz7547
This is one of the most underrated songs in hip-hop. This is the energy we need today 💯
@TooColdS4
"i cant trust no one so i be on my lonely". damn i felt that shit
@jean-philippehoude2224
When TYO made a reference to speaker knockerz...I was so fucking happy bro!💯💪
@nba_strictly_0870
Same
@nba_strictly_0870
2019 anyone?🔥🔥🔥 R.I.P Speaker knockerz #onmylonely
@sluggish._
Deserves way more attention, this is way better than Gucci gang
@ronni00
True
@williamhernandez6354
Baby girl I love you too