In 2006 he released his first mixtape, Young on Probation, and released his debut studio album, No Introduction, in 2008. He has since released a further mixtapes, with the latest being Well Done 3, released in the summer of 2012.
His single "Taste," released in 2018, is his best charting song so far.
Dancin 4 Dollas
Tyga Lyrics
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Just went back to college
She is my dancer, when she dance I throw her dollars
I throw her dollars, I-I-I throw her dollas
She is my dancer, when she dance I throw her dollas
She works hard for the money (So, so hard)
So hard for the money (So, so hard)
She be dancin' for them dollars (Yeah)
She be dancin' for them dollars (Yeah)
Dancin' for them dollars
Uh, same n-gga that you knew since back when
You ain't had too many dollars, and you couldn't trust your friends, used to ride around Impala
Drop you off right after high school
I don't know too many like you, b*****s hate but they won't fight you
Uh, as far as nothing, too honest...
No time for no problems, it's all good cause you bad
You just be fallin' for the wrong n-ggas
I'm clicking all of her pictures, and she showing all of that a**
Got that life, you don't even gotta act
You ain't gotta know how to know that
[Hook:]
Money slaves, can't save them
Her mind gone, she tainted
She getting double what she made then
Ain't gotta man, but she paid man
She know the game, it ain't fair
Just foul play, no referees
I'm falling back, just watching that
In the corner off with a couple of racks
I like that, I need that, I want that, I see that
Can I meet that, where you be at, everybody try to beat that
I'm clicking all of her pictures, and she showing all of that a**
Got that life, you don't even gotta act
You ain't gotta know how to know that
[Hook:]
I like that, I need that, I want that, I see that
Can I meet that, where you be at, everybody try to beat that
I- I like that, I need that, I want that, I see that
Can I meet that, where you be at, everybody try to beat that
I-I-I Like that...
I-I-I Need that...
I-I-I Like that...
Can I, Can I, Can I meet that...
In Tyga's song "Dancin 4 Dollas," he tells the story of a young woman who just moved out of her mother's house and went back to college. The woman is Tyga's dancer, and when she moves, he throws her dollars. The song talks about how hard the woman works to earn her money by dancing, and Tyga respects her hustle. In the second verse, Tyga raps about a woman he has known since high school who used to ride around in his Impala. She falls for the wrong men, but Tyga likes her because she is genuine and honest. The chorus repeats the sentiment that the woman is making money dancing, and Tyga is falling back and watching her stack her cash.
The lyrics of "Dancin 4 Dollas" highlight the tough world of exotic dancing, where women must work hard and hustle to earn money. The woman in the song is celebrated for her hard work and dedication to her craft. At the same time, the song recognizes the challenges and dangers of the industry, with lyrics like "Money slaves, can't save them / Her mind gone, she tainted." The song portrays the woman as independent and self-sufficient, as she doesn't need a man to support her financially.
Some potential interpretations of the lyrics include ideas about the objectification of women in society, the struggle to make a living wage, and the power dynamics at play in the sex industry. The repeated hook of "I like that, I need that, I want that" could also be seen as a commentary on consumer culture and the way people are encouraged to want more and more material goods.
Line by Line Meaning
You know she just moved out of Momma's
She recently left her family's home and is now living independently.
Just went back to college
She recently returned to her studies at a higher educational institution.
She is my dancer, when she dance I throw her dollars
She is a stripper and I tip her with dollar bills when she performs for me.
I throw her dollars, I-I-I throw her dollas
I repeatedly throw dollar bills at her while she dances for me.
She works hard for the money (So, so hard)
She puts in a lot of physical and emotional effort to earn her income.
So hard for the money (So, so hard)
Her job is physically and emotionally taxing, but it's the only way she can earn enough money to support herself.
She be dancin' for them dollars (Yeah)
She performs as a stripper to earn money.
Uh, same n-gga that you knew since back when
I'm the same guy you've known for a long time.
You ain't had too many dollars, and you couldn't trust your friends, used to ride around Impala
Back in the day, you didn't have much money, and you couldn't rely on your friends. We used to drive around in a Chevy Impala.
I don't know too many like you, b*****s hate but they won't fight you
I don't know many people who are like you. Some girls dislike you, but they aren't willing to fight you.
Uh, as far as nothing, too honest...
I'm just being honest, even though I don't have much to say.
No time for no problems, it's all good cause you bad
You're a badass, and I don't have time for any issues.
You just be fallin' for the wrong n-ggas
You often find yourself dating the wrong guys.
Money slaves, can't save them
People who are obsessed with making money can't break free from that cycle.
Her mind gone, she tainted
Her mental state has declined, and she's been negatively affected by her job as a stripper.
She getting double what she made then
She's now earning twice as much money as she used to.
Ain't gotta man, but she paid man
She doesn't have a boyfriend, but she can afford to take care of herself.
She know the game, it ain't fair
She's aware of the unfairness of the system in which she's working.
Just foul play, no referees
There's injustice present in her industry, and no one is regulating it.
I'm falling back, just watching that
I'm taking a step back and observing her performance.
In the corner off with a couple of racks
I'm sitting in the corner with plenty of money to spend on her.
I like that, I need that, I want that, I see that
I'm attracted to her and want to spend more time and money on her.
Can I meet that, where you be at, everybody try to beat that
I want to spend time with her and compete against others for her attention.
I-I-I Like that...
I really enjoy her and am attracted to her.
I-I-I Need that...
I want her and need her in my life.
Can I, Can I, Can I meet that...
Can I spend time with her and get to know her better?
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