Gibson, who was once a member of a rap group called Triple Impact, released his self-titled debut music album, which went platinum, in 1998; his second album, 2000 Watts, shares the name of the organization he founded to help inner city children. Gibson was given the role originally intended for the late 2Pac Shakur in the 2001 film Baby Boy; the movie was a critical success and performed fairly at the box office. Gibson subsequently appeared in the 2003 box office success 2 Fast 2 Furious (opposite Paul Walker, with whom he formed a close friendship during filming), as well as Flight of the Phoenix (2004), Four Brothers (2005) and Annapolis (2006), co-starring James Franco. Gibson was picked as one of People Magazine’s Sexiest Men of the Year in 2000.
Gibson has also established himself as a successful screenwriter, selling the pitches D.A. Verdict to MGM and Extortion to Universal Studios. In 2006, Gibson sold his first original spec script, To Each His Own, to Screen Gems. He is to star in and produce all of the films. Gibson has also created HQ Pictures, a television and film production company. He has hired Mike Le as VP of development & production to oversee and develop projects under the company’s banner.
Gibson prefers his music career to acting, but will focus on both areas. His third album is called Alter Ego, and featured both R&B and hip hop songs. He used an alias, “Black Ty”, for the rap tracks. Tyrese had a role in the Transformers movie, released July of 2007; the film’s director, Michael Bay, had Gibson in mind for the role before he was cast, and thus Gibson did not have to audition for the part.
Tyrese's fourth and latest album Open Invitation was released on November 1, 2011 in the US. It was preceeded by the single "Stay" which peaked on U.S. Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Songs at number 11. The second single "Too Easy" features Ludacris and was released soon after.
what it is
Tyrese Lyrics
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Black-Ty, Mannie Fresh
Hey lets go man
Yo, Freshly Snipes and Black-Ty, on your ass
One more time, bring it nigga, hey!
Said you wanna be a baller
Dress just like me
Push up in a whip this pricey
Keep up a hoe stash and call them all wifey
Watch me get busy when they come to this mic shit
I talk shit
I'm quick to back it up with the quickness
And you wanna try to put me to the test
I'ma take over the South with my nigga Mannie Fresh
And yes, he was exposed to Black-Ty
Got in right away, next day, press play
The rest is history
Man I'm feelin' unstoppable like O.J. in his prime
Pushin' through the front line
So move bitch
I keep a lotta hoes 'cause I'm smooth bitch
Even niggas that's been rollin' w' Mannie for years
Is mad that they didn't get a track like his
Hey nigga (hey nigga), what it is (what it is)
If you wanna live longer mind your biz
'cause a mind is a terrible thing to waste
And a nine is a terrbile thing to face
Shut the fuck up, turn up the bass
Now move mother fucker, get out my space
Hey shawty (hey shawty), really though (really thought)
If you wanna fuck with me let me know (let me know)
Because a mind is terrible thing to waste
And a 9 is a terrible thing to face
Shut the fuck up turn up the bass
Now move mother fucker get out my space
Now I know you never heard it quite like this
'cause the beat in the trunk and the flow so sick
From the west coast to down south
They keep Black-Ty in their mouth
'cause they know what I'm about
I ain't about no games
I got fourteen years in the game
And its all the same
I see a bunch of new-money niggas
Shoppin' in the mall
Showin' off with their ran-through broads
I feel sorry for you niggas
You don't know know better
Still wet behind the ears
Trickin' off the cheddar
Thinkin' that you're ballin' man
You better watch it
They'll get ya for your money man
Hey nigga (hey nigga), what it is (what it is)
If you wanna live longer mind your biz
'cause a mind is a terrible thing to waste
And a nine is a terrible thing to face
Shut the fuck up, turn up the bass
Now move mother fucker, get out my space
Hey shawty (hey shawty), really though (really thought)
If you wanna fuck with me let me know (let me know)
Because a mind is terrible thing to waste
And a nine is a terrible thing to face
Shut the fuck up turn up the bass
Now move mother fucker get out my space
Do you really wanna see me disappearin' like Hudini
Go tell Asini to come see me
I'm Black-Ty fo-sheezy
And I ain't laughin' homes
When Black-Ty come on its like a danger zone
I ain't changed, I just changed my name and added a hyphen
Stop claimin' to be a real MC when you ain't writin'
I came to make you step your ball game up
I stay shinin' so you better step your card game up
So move bitch
Of course I keep a lot of hoes 'cause I'm smooth bitch
Even niggas that's been rollin w Mannie for years
Is mad that they didn't get a track like his
Hey nigga (hey nigga), what it is (what it is)
If you wanna live longer mind your biz
'cause a mind is a terrible thing to waste
And a 9 is a terrbile thing to face
Shut the fuck up, turn up the bass
Now move mother fucker, get out my space
Hey shawty (hey shawty), really though (really thought)
If you wanna fuck with me let me know (let me know)
Because a mind is terrible thing to waste
And a nine is a terrible thing to face
Shut the fuck up turn up the bass
Now move mother fucker get out my space
The song "What It Is" by Tyrese (Black-Ty) featuring Mannie Fresh is a rap song that boasts about the artist's success, confidence, and skill in the music industry. In the first verse, Tyrese reveals that everyone wants to be like him, dress like him, and be as successful as him. He mentions that he keeps many women around and calls them all "wifey." He talks about how he is quick to back up his talk with his skills on the microphone. Tyrese then boasts about Mannie Fresh discovering him and the two of them taking over the South with their sound.
In the chorus, Tyrese warns that if anyone wants to cross him, they will face danger, and it's better to mind their own business. He reiterates that a mind is a terrible thing to waste, and a nine (gun) is a terrible thing to face. He tells people to "move bitch" and get out of his space.
In the second verse, Tyrese talks about how his music is unique, and people can't get enough of it, especially in the West Coast and South. He mentions how he's been in the game for 14 years and how it's all the same to him. He takes a jab at new-money people, saying they're shopping at the mall, showing off with their women, and getting tricked out of their money. Tyrese also talks about how he's always shined and makes other people step up their game.
Overall, the song portrays Tyrese as a confident and successful musician who has worked hard to get where he is. He warns others to stay in their lane and not mess with him. The use of curse words and derogatory terms in the song may not appeal to all audiences.
Line by Line Meaning
You niggas is about to witness some next level shit
Black-Ty and Mannie Fresh are about to bring something amazing.
Said you wanna be a baller
Most guys in the hood want to be like me.
Watch me get busy when they come to this mic shit
I'm really good at rapping.
I'm quick to back it up with the quickness
I can prove what I say with action.
And yes, he was exposed to Black-Ty
Mannie Fresh was introduced to me.
Move bitch
Get out of my way.
I keep a lotta hoes 'cause I'm smooth bitch
I have a lot of girls because I'm charming.
Hey nigga (hey nigga), what it is (what it is)
Mind your own business if you want to live longer.
Shut the fuck up, turn up the bass
Be quiet and listen to the music.
Now move mother fucker, get out my space
Leave me alone.
Now I know you never heard it quite like this
You've never heard this type of music before.
I ain't about no games
I'm serious about what I do.
I feel sorry for you niggas
I pity you guys.
Hey shawty (hey shawty), really though (really thought)
Let me know if you want to be with me.
Do you really wanna see me disappearin' like Hudini
Do you want me to disappear like a magic trick?
Stop claimin' to be a real MC when you ain't writin'
You can't claim to be a good rapper if you don't write your own lyrics.
Of course I keep a lot of hoes 'cause I'm smooth bitch
I'm good with girls.
Hey nigga (hey nigga), what it is (what it is)
Mind your own business if you want to live longer.
Now move mother fucker, get out my space
Leave me alone.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MAXIM CORIOLAN, DANIEL THOMAS, TAVARES WEBSTER
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