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.
Nothing Like Your Exes
Ty Dolla $ign Lyrics
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I'm nothin' like your exes (exes), nothin' like your exes (ooh, oh)
He ain't tell you that you sexy (sexy), lock it down if you let me
I'm nothin' like your exes (your exes), ooh, yeah
Nothin' like your exes, nothin' like your exes (ooh, oh)
See that you pull up alone (up alone)
You ain't gotta check your phone
He don't know what he got at home
We both know that he a clown
Tell by how you walkin' he don't dick you down
Don't you hear my talkin', baby?
Love me now or I'll go crazy
I can put you in dream house (house), Star Island (Star Island, ooh, yeah)
Now you say he ain't your boyfriend, you just vibin' (oh)
I can put you in an AP (put you in an AP), drip you in the CC (drip you in the CC)
Flowers on your necklace (ooh, yeah), in Waikiki
Girl, I ain't nothin'
Nothin' like your exes (exes), nothin' like your exes (ooh, oh)
He ain't tell you that you sexy (sexy), lock it down if you let me
I'm nothin' like your exes (your exes), ooh, yeah
Nothin' like your exes, nothin' like your exes (ooh, oh)
Tell 'em you ain't get the message
Say you in the hills and it ain't no reception
Funny how you got him stressin'
IG post got the nigga pressured
Usually I don't save these hoes (save these hoes)
But tonight I'm a hero
Hit it 'til you dozin' off
Got you wakin' up
In the big ass dream house (house), Star Island (Star Island)
Now you say he ain't your boyfriend, you just vibin'
I can put you in an AP (put you in an AP), drip you in the CC (drip you in the CC)
Flowers on your necklace (ooh, yeah), in Waikiki
Girl, I ain't nothin'
Nothin' like your exes (exes), nothin' like your exes (ooh, oh)
He ain't tell you that you sexy (sexy), lock it down if you let me
I'm nothin' like your exes (your exes), ooh, yeah
Nothin' like your exes, nothin' like your exes (ooh, yeah)
Nothin' like your, nothin' like your exes, ooh-oh
He ain't tell you that you sexy, lock it down, lock it down
Nothin' like your, nothin' like your exes
He ain't tell you that you sexy
The lyrics to Ty Dolla $ign's song "Nothing Like Your Exes" depict the artist's confidence and desire to be different from the singer's past romantic partners. The song begins by asserting that Ty Dolla $ign is nothing like the singer's exes, emphasizing this sentiment with repetition. He highlights his admiration for the singer's attractiveness, suggesting that her exes failed to recognize and express it. Ty Dolla $ign offers to commit to her and treat her better than her previous partners did. He acknowledges the singer's independence and freedom, encouraging her to choose him despite any reservations she may have.
The lyrics further express Ty Dolla $ign's ability to provide luxury and indulgence. He refers to dream houses, Star Island (a famous and upscale neighborhood in Miami Beach), and expensive accessories like an AP (Audemars Piguet watch) and CC (Chanel) clothing. By offering these lavish experiences and material possessions, he aims to win the singer over and show her a different, more opulent lifestyle. Ty Dolla $ign concludes the song by reiterating that he is unlike her exes and reminding her of her own desirability.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm nothin' like your exes (exes), nothin' like your exes (ooh, oh)
I am completely different from your past romantic partners
He ain't tell you that you sexy (sexy), lock it down if you let me
He didn't appreciate your attractiveness, but if you give me a chance, I'll commit to you
See that you pull up alone (up alone)
I notice that you arrive without a companion
All in the club with no panties on (panties on)
You confidently enjoy yourself at the club without worrying about traditional expectations
You ain't gotta check your phone
You don't need to constantly check your phone for his messages
He don't know what he got at home
He doesn't appreciate the incredible partner he has in you
We both know that he a clown
Both of us recognize that he is foolish and not worthy of you
Tell by how you walkin' he don't dick you down
I can tell by the way you walk that he doesn't satisfy you sexually
Don't you hear my talkin', baby?
Can't you hear me expressing my feelings and desires, baby?
Love me now or I'll go crazy
If you don't love me now, it will drive me insane
I can put you in dream house (house), Star Island (Star Island, ooh, yeah)
I have the means to provide you with a luxurious and exclusive dream home
Now you say he ain't your boyfriend, you just vibin' (oh)
You claim he is not your boyfriend, just someone you're casually connecting with
I can put you in an AP (put you in an AP), drip you in the CC (drip you in the CC)
I can buy you an Audemars Piguet watch and adorn you with designer clothing and accessories
Flowers on your necklace (ooh, yeah), in Waikiki
I will give you a necklace with beautiful flowers as a symbol of our love, maybe in Waikiki
Tell 'em you ain't get the message
Inform others that you didn't receive their messages
Say you in the hills and it ain't no reception
Tell them you're in the hills where there is no cellphone reception
Funny how you got him stressin'
It's amusing how you can make him feel anxious and worried
IG post got the nigga pressured
Your Instagram post is causing him to feel pressured
Usually I don't save these hoes (save these hoes)
Generally, I don't commit to these women
But tonight I'm a hero
But tonight, I'm willing to be your savior
Hit it 'til you dozin' off
Have intimate encounters with you until you fall asleep
Got you wakin' up
I have the ability to wake you up, metaphorically or literally
In the big ass dream house (house), Star Island (Star Island)
We will live together in a large and luxurious dream house on Star Island
Tell 'em you ain't get the message
Inform others that you didn't receive their messages
Say you in the hills and it ain't no reception
Tell them you're in the hills where there is no cellphone reception
Funny how you got him stressin'
It's amusing how you can make him feel anxious and worried
IG post got the nigga pressured
Your Instagram post is causing him to feel pressured
Nothin' like your exes (exes), nothin' like your exes (ooh, oh)
I am not similar to your previous romantic partners in any way
He ain't tell you that you sexy (sexy), lock it down if you let me
He never expressed how attractive you are, but if you give me a chance, I'll commit to you
I'm nothin' like your exes (your exes), ooh, yeah
I am completely different from the people you were previously involved with
Nothin' like your exes, nothin' like your exes (ooh, oh)
I am not at all similar to your past romantic partners
Nothin' like your, nothin' like your exes, ooh-oh
I am completely different from any of your previous lovers
He ain't tell you that you sexy, lock it down, lock it down
He never made you feel desirable, but I will cherish and protect our relationship
Nothin' like your, nothin' like your exes
I am completely different from anyone you have been romantically involved with in the past
He ain't tell you that you sexy
He failed to appreciate and acknowledge your beauty and sexiness
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, JUST B U PUBLISHING, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chaka Khan, Gabriel Shaddow, James Royo, Jazzae De Waal, Melvin Moore, Michael Crook, Nya Lee Jr., Shah Rukh Zaman Khan, Tony Maiden, Tyrone Griffin Jr.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@Chickengbs
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I needed this!!!
@superkev5659
It's nice to see you put flava Flav in the video lol 😂 your a genius ty$ we need a remix with him on this track that would be dope 💯
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@superkev5659
@@JazzyMTL yea so what real recognize real do you have a problem 🙄
@JazzyMTL
@@superkev5659 Lmao no it could be a hint to something 😂