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Gunna and Tee first started rapping together in 2001 as sophomores in high school. Gunna had been writing rhymes and battling other rappers in her neighborhood since she was eight. Her rapid-fire flow earned her the nickname Gunna. After rapping together in their school’s cafeteria, Gunna and Tee decided to try their hand in the studio. They recorded their first official song together in 2002 and after playing their music for friends, the girls decided to form a group. “We didn’t even come up with our name,” says Tee. “We were in the studio freestyling and a friend of ours was like, ‘Man, the stuff y’all saying is so UNLADYLIKE, that should be your name!”
In order to create a buzz around town, the ladies of UNLADYLIKE started playing shows at East St. Louis’ hip-hop hot spot Club Casino along with any other venue that would let them be heard. “We just started doing everything we had to do to get our name out there,” says Gunna. “We were promoting ourselves, spending what little money we had and sometimes not even eating.”
In August of 2007, the girls decided to take the long drive from East St. Louis to New York City after seeing a commercial on BET with music manager Sita Lewis who was hosting a talent search in the Big Apple. After a 22-hour drive and several more hours spent waiting in line, the girls finally performed in front of Sita and producer Ty Fyffe at the Music Factory recording studio. All it took was the first two minutes of their song “Sit Down” and Sita was convinced her search was over. She signed them and moved them to New York City.
With their unique style, UNLADYLIKE, received a lot of interest from the industry, but it was her family owned label VOICEZ - a joint venture with DEF JAM - that Sita felt would be the best fit for her artist. She knew that VOICEZ would allow them creative freedom and the opportunity to maximize their artistic potential. After spending time grooming them in the studio, they were ready to be showcased before VOICEZ’ Chairman, legendary sports and entertainment promoter Butch Lewis, and VOICEZ Sr. VP, Brandon Lewis. They both were blown away with their style, talent and passion.
The Lewis’ then brought them to L.A. Reid, DEF JAM, Chairman, to see them perform. “We went in there, introduced ourselves and performed about five songs,” remembers Tee. “L.A. was like, ‘Do you girls have any more, are y’all tired? And we were like, ‘Nah we’re ready to go.’ So we put on our single ‘Bartender’ and he went crazy…..Both Lewis and L.A. Reid, agreed they should be signed to the label immediately.
With their debut album Certified complete, Gunna and Tee are ready to win over the rest of the world. Their first single “Bartender” is produced by their young hot in house producer 3D and shows off the ladies fun, Midwest swing. Their follow-up single, “D’ough”, laced with Gunna and Tee’s swagger, is sure to be a massive hit.
Platinum producer Ty Fyffe also tracked some hard-hitting beats for Certified where the girls celebrate their newfound success. “Ty produces for a lot of major artists in New York like 50 Cent and Busta Rhymes so he has an East Coast sound,” says Gunna. “We wanted to add a little Midwest flava to that so we went in the studio and laid it down and Ty loved it. A lot of people didn’t expect us to get this far (being signed by major labels like VOICEZ and DEF JAM) so basically we’re just talking about how we’ve proved that we have what it takes to make it.”
Ty Fyffe, 3D and producer Manny Perez all collaborated on “Old You” where the girls get personal and break down their past relationships while “Show ‘Em Off” finds the ladies flaunting their designer handbags. The hot track “Hey, What’s Going On” is the girls most sobering track where Gunna and Tee dig deep to express events that have influenced their lives.
“On the track, ‘Hey, What’s Going On’ Tee is talking about what’s going on in the world as far as the recession, us having an African American president and all the things that are affecting us,” explains Gunna. “I thought I should flip the script and let our fans know about my grandmother, who was the most important influence in my life.”
UNLADYLIKE is primed to fill the massive void that exists in the male dominated rap industry. Just like their biggest influences Missy Elliott, Shawnna and Gangsta Boo, Gunna and Tee are set to introduce an entirely hot new style.
“We’ve also got the right team behind us, our manager Sita Lewis who works 24/7 and VOICEZ and DEF JAM, who makes sure our music is marketed and promoted through out the world. This unique and special combination makes up the Supreme Team that we need to be a success in the industry.
“We have a different sound, period,” says Tee. Gunna also added “there’s no females out here doing it so there’s an open lane for us to get into the market and do our thing. We have the capability to compete with any and everybody that’s out in the industry today. And, because our sound is so unique, we will soon be STACKIN DAT D’OUGH!”
Like Me
Unladylike Lyrics
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I just wanna holla at you,
You say you got a man,
See that's not in my plan cause he can't make you smile like I do gurl And that's because...
I can do everything that your man can't do,
I can do everything that your man cant do gurl
He can make you smile he can't hold you down like me
Like me... Yea
Ya Ya Lil Daddy say he wanna tryna,
I tell him I'm the boss
And yes I'm all about my dollars,
See I'm the kind of chick thats really quick to let him know,
That when he get to tripping I ain't afraid to let him go,
I see you looking good though,
Straight up from the hood though,
Imm'a let you holla,
But you got to have that good though,
He looking like my dark skinned hella fine,
Whispered in my ear that I can never find a better guy,
That's the type of shit I like,
Real and aggressive,
And when I'm around his friends,
Lil Daddy always be protective,
I got a man and he don't compare to you,
See Imm'a kick him to the curb and name him boyfriend number 2
The song "Like Me" by Unladylike is a catchy and empowering anthem for women who know their worth and won't settle for less. The lyrics are about a man trying to pursue the singer, despite knowing she already has a man. She tells him that her current partner can't make her smile like she does and that she can do everything that her man can't. The singer asserts that she's not afraid to let any man go if they start acting up and that she's all about making money and being in charge.
In the second verse, the singer responds to another man who's interested in her. She tells him that she's the boss and is focused on making money. She insists that any man who wants to be with her has to have something to offer and can't be afraid to stand up for her. The song ends with the singer confidently declaring that her current partner doesn't compare to the man who's been pursuing her, and she's ready to name him her "boyfriend number 2."
Overall, the song is a fun and assertive message for women who know their worth and refuse to settle for anything less than they deserve. It's a catchy anthem that celebrates women's independence and power.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey Lil Shawty, excuse me baby,
The singer is trying to start a conversation with the addressee, whom she refers to as Lil Shawty.
I just wanna holla at you,
The singer wants to talk to the addressee, likely with romantic intentions.
You say you got a man,
The addressee has communicated to the singer that she is already in a romantic relationship.
See that's not in my plan cause he can't make you smile like I do gurl And that's because...
The artist plans to pursue the addressee romantically, despite her existing relationship. She believes she can make the addressee happier than her current partner can.
I can do everything that your man can't do,
The artist is claiming that she can fulfill the addressee's emotional and/or physical needs better than her current partner can.
He can make you smile he can't hold you down like me,
While the addressee's current partner may make her happy, the singer believes that she can provide more emotional support than him.
Like me... Yea
The singer is emphasizing her superiority as a romantic partner in comparison to the addressee's current partner.
Ya Ya Lil Daddy say he wanna tryna,
Someone else, referred to as Lil Daddy, is attempting to pursue the artist romantically.
I tell him I'm the boss
The artist asserts her dominance over Lil Daddy, indicating that she is not interested in a romantic relationship with him.
And yes I'm all about my dollars,
The artist values money and financial stability, and may prioritize those qualities in a romantic partner.
See I'm the kind of chick thats really quick to let him know,
The singer is straightforward and honest with potential romantic partners about her intentions and boundaries.
That when he get to tripping I ain't afraid to let him go,
If Lil Daddy behaves in a way that the artist deems inappropriate or unacceptable, she will end their potential relationship without hesitation.
I see you looking good though,
The singer is attracted to Lil Daddy's physical appearance.
Straight up from the hood though,
The singer and Lil Daddy share a background or upbringing in a less affluent area.
Imm'a let you holla,
The singer is willing to continue talking to Lil Daddy and hear him out.
But you got to have that good though,
The artist has certain standards or expectations for a romantic partner that Lil Daddy must meet.
He looking like my dark skinned hella fine,
The artist finds Lil Daddy's physical appearance attractive, specifically his dark skin.
Whispered in my ear that I can never find a better guy,
Lil Daddy is attempting to flatter and woo the singer by implying that he is the best possible romantic partner for her.
That's the type of shit I like,
The singer finds Lil Daddy's behavior and personality appealing.
Real and aggressive,
The artist admires Lil Daddy's confidence and assertiveness.
And when I'm around his friends,
The artist has spent time with Lil Daddy and his social circle.
Lil Daddy always be protective,
Lil Daddy is attentive and defensive of the artist when they are out in social situations.
I got a man and he don't compare to you,
Despite her existing relationship, the singer is interested in Lil Daddy romantically and feels that he is a superior partner to her current one.
See Imm'a kick him to the curb and name him boyfriend number 2
The artist plans to end her existing relationship and begin a new one with Lil Daddy.
Contributed by Andrew S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.