UGK, from Port Arthur, TX, the neighboring city to Beaumont, TX, released their debut EP The Southern Way in 1992. It was distributed by local record label Bigtyme Recordz and only available as an audio cassette. They quickly caught the attention of Jive Records, and were signed to a five album record contract. Their major label debut album Too Hard to Swallow was released later that same year, on November 10. While it featured several new recordings, it also featured several songs that had been culled from The Southern Way. However, several songs that had been intended to be included on the album were excised at the last minute, apparently due to their overly explicit content. Five of these songs would surface two months before Too Hard to Swallow’s release, on an EP distributed by Bigtyme Recordz; appropriately enough, the EP was titled Banned.
Their sophomore album Super Tight… was released two years later, on August 30. Unlike their previous effort, it managed to break into the Billboard Hot 200, but ultimately peaked at a disappointing #95. Two more years passed before the release of their third album, Ridin’ Dirty. It performed better than either of its predecessors, and almost broke into the Hot 200’s top-ten, before stopping short at #15. Ridin’ Dirty would also be UGK’s last album for the time being, as they went on a five year hiatus not long afterward.
In the interim, UGK made a high-profile guest appearance on Jay-Z’s 2000 smash hit “Big Pimpin” and also appeared on Three 6 Mafia’s hit “Sippin’ on Some Sizzurp” later the very same year. Both of these collaborations greatly increased their reputation, and helped fuel anticipation for their next project. Unfortunately, Jive failed to capitalize on this new-found interest in the duo, as their sixth album, 2001’s Dirty Money, came and went with little or no fanfare.
Further problems arose in 2002, when Pimp C was incarcerated for an aggravated gun assault charge on January 28. Throughout the time of his incarceration, Bun B carried on the UGK name by making numerous guest appearances on songs by other artists, with every appearance either mentioning Pimp C or featuring a “Free Pimp C!” or “Free the Pimp” chant. Many of UGK’s peers did the same, and mentioned Pimp C in their own songs with or without Bun B. During this period, Jive released a Best of UGK album, as well as a Chopped & Screwed remix album.
As a result of Pimp C’s incarceration, both members of UGK began solo careers out of necessity. Rap-A-Lot Records released Pimp C’s solo debut, Sweet James Jones Stories, on March 1, 2005. Bun B later released his own solo foray, Trill, on October 18, 2005. It opened at #6 on the Billboard Hot 200, and also peaked at #1 on Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip-hop Album chart. It was quickly certified gold by the RIAA.
On December 30, 2005, Pimp C was released from prison and was scheduled to be on parole until December 2009. He released his first post-incarceration album, titled Pimpalation, on July 25, 2006.
UGK released Underground Kingz, their 7th studio album in August 2007. The two-disc, 26-track album hit #1 on the Billboard charts after selling 157,000 copies in its first week, strongly supported by the hit single Int’l Players Anthem (I Choose You). The single featured OutKast, and used a beat created by Three 6 Mafia’s DJ Paul and Juicy J, which was originally used in a song by Project Pat.
On December 4th, 2007, Pimp C was found dead at age 33 in his room at Hollywood’s La Mondrian hotel in Los Angeles, California, where he had been playing shows with Too $hort. According to the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office Pimp C died from accidental overdose of Promethazine/Codeine “syrup” combined with a preexisting medical condition known as sleep apnea, which causes a person to stop breathing during sleep. He was buried on December 11th, 2007 in his hometown of Port Arthur, TX.
take it off
UGK Lyrics
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Baby take it alll.. off..
[Pimp C]
Uhh, take it off chick, bend over, let me see it
If you lookin for a trill-type figure, let me be it
Got the V-12 Benz, parked outside
It ain't enough room to fit dem guls in my ride
Makin big change, dancin in them tricks faces
She sleep in the day, but bump some booty at night
You kiss that thang and I'm out, cause she been playin with my pipe
Now get your mind right, hater, you a simp (a simp)
And I'm a red hot undercover pimmmmmp (pimmmmp)
that make them guls get down on the flo', on the flo'
Like a real live money makin pro, uhh
Chorus: Pimp see
You gotta take it off, take it off, UNH
And let a first class nigga break you off, chick
You gotta take it off, take it off, UNH
And let a first class nigga break you off some, chick
[Bun B]
Unh..
It was a Secret that Victoria tried to hide
A little sly delight, I done pushed my pride aside
just to slide inside, man I done died tonight
Now what I'm 'sposed to do? Been got close to you
Lookin like a poster to, don't want to boast but you Missus
do a Dr. Feelgood, lay a playa real good
Limpin came back, and it was still good, she will
put a few tips in her mouth, that's that definition
of them true chicks in the South, let me do my thang
on the cool quick to the crotch, get the beds but guess what?
We kickin them hot, shakin it soft, shoulda been here
She did eight and the law, but you was late and you lost
Man she was takin it off
Chorus
[Pimp C]
I'm sitting, touchin' with my diamonds on, and man I
miss that boy Pac, sippin' liquor tryin' to grip the chrome
I keep a chip off in my cell phone, they used to call me Pimp see
but now the chicks they call me James Jones
And if I skip I'm back to D-slangin, keep them boys nod-headed
Keep the boppers with they butts swangin
I used to be the young playa holdin
Now I leave them guls with they jellyroll swollen, I'm rollin
Chorus
[Bun B]
Comin direct from the Gentlemen's, full of that flint again
Live on stage fellas, this is Cinnamon
Fine, Black and feminine, I'm fin to win, look at the sin I'm in
Full of hallucinogens, me her and her friends
Now the venom in my snake, want to poison
Come in with a brother and the boys and
make sure you don't forget to bring the toys and
we stuck it check it, we gots to keep em gettin bucked naked
Makin it soft, we keep these boppers takin it off
Chorus 2X
[Pimp C]
Hold up
"Take It Off" by UGK is a song that pays homage to the luxurious lifestyle of Pimp C and Bun B, two of the founding members of the Texas rap duo. Beginning with the refrain "take it off, baby, take it all off," the song quickly dives into themes of indulgence, demanding women to show off their bodies and proclaiming a willingness to pay extravagantly for their time. Pimp C raps about his wealth and his status as a pimp, using the song to assert his power over both his female acquaintances and anyone who might doubt his place at the top of the game. "Take It Off" is a celebration of the high life, characterized by expensive cars, high-class women, and nonstop partying.
The verses of the song are primarily focused on Pimp C and Bun B exchanging rhymes about their experiences with women. The former raps about the finer points of seduction, describing his preference for women who know how to handle themselves on the dance floor and in the bedroom. He emphasizes his own status as a player and a spender, boasting about his ability to drop huge sums of money on women without even thinking twice. Bun B's verses tend to be more straightforward, describing his experiences with a specific woman who has caught his eye. He describes her as "fine, black, and feminine," and admits that he's willing to overlook his own pride and do whatever it takes to get close to her.
One interesting fact about "Take It Off" is that it is one of the only songs on UGK's album "Dirty Money" that was produced by someone other than the group's in-house beatmaker, Pimp C himself. Instead, the track was produced by a Houston-based duo called the Neptunes, who were famous for their work with artists like Nelly, Busta Rhymes, and Jay-Z. Another intriguing aspect of the song is the way it showcases both Pimp C and Bun B's individual styles, highlighting the differences between the two artists even as they collaborate on the same track. Finally, "Take It Off" stands out as one of UGK's most commercially successful songs, appearing on a number of Billboard charts and becoming a staple of the group's live shows.
Chords: Em, G, A, B.
Line by Line Meaning
Take it off..
Undress and remove all your clothing.
Baby take it alll.. off..
Remove all your clothing and be fully naked.
Uhh, take it off chick, bend over, let me see it
Undress and bend over so I can see and inspect your body.
If you lookin for a trill-type figure, let me be it
If you're searching for a true and authentic man, I fit the description.
Got the V-12 Benz, parked outside
I have a luxurious V-12 Benz that is parked outside.
It ain't enough room to fit dem guls in my ride
My car isn't big enough to contain all the women who are interested in me.
Makin big change, dancin in them tricks faces
I make a lot of money by dancing and performing for people who pay for my services.
She sleep in the day, but bump some booty at night
She sleeps during the day but works as an exotic dancer at night.
Now get your mind right, hater, you a simp
Stop being jealous and judgmental, you're just a simple and naive person.
And I'm a red hot undercover pimmmmmp
I am a highly respected and successful pimp who operates discreetly and covertly.
that make them guls get down on the flo', on the flo'
I am skilled at training and manipulating women to behave subserviently and dance for me.
Like a real live money makin pro, uhh
I perform my role as a pimp professionally and competently to ensure maximum profits.
And let a first class nigga break you off, chick
Intimacy with a sophisticated man like me would be pleasurable for you.
It was a Secret that Victoria tried to hide
Victoria had a private and concealed desire that she tried to suppress.
A little sly delight, I done pushed my pride aside
I overcame my ego and willingly submitted to Victoria's desires.
just to slide inside, man I done died tonight
I entered Victoria's body and experienced intense and overwhelming pleasure.
Now what I'm 'sposed to do? Been got close to you
Now that we are intimately connected, I am uncertain what steps I should take next.
Looking like a poster to, don't want to boast but you Missus
You are very attractive and look like a model or advertisement, Mrs.
do a Dr. Feelgood, lay a playa real good
You have excellent sexual skills and can satisfy your partner well.
Limpin came back, and it was still good, she will
I experienced erectile dysfunction but was still satisfied by Victoria's abilities.
put a few tips in her mouth, that's that definition
I gave her some money as compensation for her sexual services.
of them true chicks in the South, let me do my thang
She is a genuine and authentic Southern woman who knows how to please men.
on the cool quick to the crotch, get the beds but guess what?
I am eager to engage in sexual activity with her, and we get into bed very quickly.
We kickin them hot, shakin it soft, shoulda been here
We engage in intimate and passionate sexual activity, and it's a shame that you missed out.
Comin direct from the Gentlemen's, full of that flint again
I am coming straight from a strip club and feeling energized and stimulated.
Live on stage fellas, this is Cinnamon
I am introducing Cinnamon, an attractive woman who will perform for us.
Fine, Black and feminine, I'm fin to win, look at the sin I'm in
Cinnamon is beautiful, Black, and possesses many alluring feminine qualities, and I am eager to experience her.
Full of hallucinogens, me her and her friends
We are all high and intoxicated, including Cinnamon and her friends.
Now the venom in my snake, want to poison
I desire to engage in sexual activity, and I am eager to initiate intercourse.
Come in with a brother and the boys and
I come with my friends and we are ready to engage in sexual activity together.
make sure you don't forget to bring the toys and
Don't forget to bring sex toys, which can help enhance and intensify our sexual experiences.
we stuck it check it, we gots to keep em gettin bucked naked
We indulged in sexual activity and must continue to find new experiences and ways to please our partners.
Makin it soft, we keep these boppers takin it off
We expertly engage in intimate and sexual activity to ensure the women we engage with continue stripping and undressing for us.
Hold up
Wait or stop for a moment.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BARRY WHITE, BERNARD FREEMAN, CHAD BUTLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@zdravkoslavov1891
Take it off..
Baby take it alll.. off..
Uhh, take it off chick, bend over, let me see it
If you lookin for a trill-type figure, let me be it
Got the V-12 Benz, parked outside
It ain't enough room to fit dem guls in my ride
It's onna, work somethin, twerk somethin basis
Makin big change, dancin in them tricks faces
She sleep in the day, but bump some booty at night
You kiss that thang and I'm out, cause she been playin with my pipe
Now get your mind right, hater, you a simp (a simp)
And I'm a red hot undercover pimmmmmp (pimmmmp)
that make them guls get down on the flo', on the flo'
Like a real live money makin pro, uhh
You gotta take it off, take it off, UNH
And let a first class nigga break you off, chick
You gotta take it off, take it off, UNH
And let a first class nigga break you off some, chick
Unh..
It was a Secret that Victoria tried to hide
A little sly delight, I done pushed my pride aside
just to slide inside, man I done died tonight
Now what I'm 'sposed to do? Been got close to you
Lookin like a poster to, don't want to boast but you Missus
do a Dr. Feelgood, lay a playa real good
Limpin came back, and it was still good, she will
put a few tips in her mouth, that's that definition
of them true chicks in the South, let me do my thang
on the cool quick to the crotch, get the beds but guess what?
We kickin them hot, shakin it soft, shoulda been here
She did eight and the law, but you was late and you lost
Man she was takin it off
You gotta take it off, take it off, UNH
And let a first class nigga break you off, chick
You gotta take it off, take it off, UNH
And let a first class nigga break you off some, chick
I'm sitting, touchin' with my diamonds on, and man I
miss that boy Pac, sippin' liquor tryin' to grip the chrome
I keep a chip off in my cell phone, they used to call me Pimp see
but now the chicks they call me James Jones
And if I skip I'm back to D-slangin, keep them boys nod-headed
Keep the boppers with they butts swangin
I used to be the young playa holdin
Now I leave them guls with they jellyroll swollen, I'm rollin
You gotta take it off, take it off, UNH
And let a first class nigga break you off, chick
You gotta take it off, take it off, UNH
And let a first class nigga break you off some, chick
Comin direct from the Gentlemen's, full of that flint again
Live on stage fellas, this is Cinnamon
Fine, Black and feminine, I'm fin to win, look at the sin I'm in
Full of hallucinogens, me her and her friends
Now the venom in my snake, want to poison
Come in with a brother and the boys and
make sure you don't forget to bring the toys and
we stuck it check it, we gots to keep em gettin bucked naked
Makin it soft, we keep these boppers takin it off
You gotta take it off, take it off, UNH
And let a first class nigga break you off, chick
You gotta take it off, take it off, UNH
And let a first class nigga break you off some, chick
Hold up
@annajay777
This my favorite UGK song of all times, you can still catch me blasting this on repeat on my car speakers til this day! 💪🏽🔥
@Bahiya13
This song will NEVER get old. 2017 and it feels like Im hearing it for the first time!! I love being from Texas!! THIS IS THAT CLASSIC ISH!!
@IceWataJ3
Bahiya13 🤘🏾🤘🏾
@michaelcampbell1372
Bahiya13 dis a true classic ugh 4 life rip that pimp 2018 yb
@Am-wm4nx
chuuch
@TheCrafterBR
On the way to 2019 and still bumping this on regular
@girlmeetsboynfallsn
Bahiya13 jpge#mmsvideo
@hitmanx2175
One of the coldest beats of all time
@demetriusgaines59
The great Pimp C
@yeaadoeehoee6194
Remix otw fasho