Melly’s career initially started to take off in 2018 when singles such as “Virtual (Blue Balenciagas)”, “Butter Pecan”, and “772 Love” had begun to gain popularity alongside “Murder on My Mind.”
On August 3, 2018, Melly released his debut mixtape I AM YOU which included his popular single, “Murder on My Mind”. It also included a sequel to the song called “Mind on My Murder”.
After leaving the studio with companions YNW Bortlen, YNW SakChaser, and YNW Juvy, on the night of October 26, 2018, Melly and his friends had been caught in a drive-by-shooting where SakChaser and Juvy were murdered. Melly and Bortlen were the only survivors of the attack.
While working on his sophomore mixtape, after the death of his friends, Melly had gained more attention and began to obtain cosigns from several rappers such as Young Thug, Trippie Redd, and Kodak Black. However, on January 3, 2019, Melly was arrested for possession of marijuana.
On January 18, 2019, while incarcerated, Melly released his sophomore mixtape We All Shine, which included one of his most influential cosign’s, Kanye West who was a feature on the song “Mixed Personalities.”.
Melly was released from jail on January 25, 2019, and released “Gang”, the first day out single that had taken off after the hype around “Mixed Personalities.”
After being released for only a month, on February 13, 2019, Melly turned himself in after a warrant was put out for him and Bortlen connecting to the murders of YNW Sakchaser and YNW Juvy. YNW Melly posted this to his Instagram on February 13:
To all my fans and supporters no I did not get locked up in Washington , but I am turning myself in today I want you guys to know I love you and appreciate every single one of y'all, a couple months ago I lost my two brothers by violence and now the system want to find justice.. unfortunately a lot of rumors and lies are being said but no worries god is with me and my brother @ynw.bortlen and we want y'all to remember it’s a ynw Family I love you @ynwsakchaser1 and @ynwjuvy #freeus
Prior to his incarceration, songs such as “Murder on My Mind” and “Mind on My Murder” had gained traction making their way in the Billboard Hot 100 and gaining RIAA certifications in a matter of months. Speculations made people believe that the songs were related to the murders, however, they were soon put to rest due to the time of the recordings being almost two years prior to the shootings.
After spending months incarcerated, on November 22, 2019, he released his debut studio album, Melly vs. Melvin featuring his 9lokkNine-assisted “223’s”.
After the rise of COVID-19 disease in 2020, on April 3, Melly had tested positive for the virus while awaiting trial. After being infected, Melly’s lawyers tried to play this to his advantage and requested a medical release as conditions can worsen in the jail environment. Melly was denied release on April 17 and conditions have been said to worsen since.
After the release of fellow Floridian rapper Kodak Black, Melly’s team had taken advantage and released “Thugged Out” to keep Melly’s name alive in the industry. They carried on releasing singles throughout the year with artists such as Queen Naija and Hotboii.
Again, while still awaiting trial, on August 13, 2021, he released his sophomore studio album, Just A Matter of Slime, featuring his highly anticipated Lil Uzi Vert-assisted “Mind of Melvin”.
After prosecutors had claimed they had a confession of Melly admitting to the murders, on November 1, Melly’s lawyers came out and denied the claims and said that Melly was just rapping a song titled “4:30 AM” by Kevin Gates. Soon after, on November 30, Melly’s trial had been set for March 7, 2022. - TippleTripple123
Control Me
YNW Melly Lyrics
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Control me (Control me), just hold me (Hold me)
I won't fuck you and leave, that's the old me (That's the old me)
I won't break your heart, lil' baby, that's the cold me (That's the cold me)
Won't tell you that I'll fuckin' leave, thats the bold me
Uh, that's the bold me, bitch
Nemo, find me, coral reef, bitch
I'm smokin' dope, Chief Keef, bitch
Gon' 'head and suck on the dick-a-lang
Bawlin' on my phone like ring, rang
I don't wanna fuck her like no, way
Heard she fucked on the bro, today
'Cause I don't give no fuck, baby, you can never hang with me
If you got them shitty ass drawers
Nah, I can't really fuck with too many pussy niggas
'Cause these niggas really outchea playin' flawed
But control me, baby, hold me
Tell me that you'll never break my heart and stay with me
Control me (Control me), just hold me (Hold me)
I won't fuck you and leave, that's the old me (That's the old me)
I won't break your heart, lil' baby, that's the cold me (That's the cold me)
Won't tell you that I'll fuckin' leave, thats the bold me
I-I-I can see it in your eye
That you see a young nigga, baby, stop lookin' surprised
I'm a real street nigga, no, I ain't no Spy Kid
I would never look on your post or your messages
'Cause I ain't really fuckin' with them niggas that you with
Pull up on his ass with a hundred round stick
Pull up on his ass with the Glock, with the dick
This is not a Glock 45, this a 26
Niggas talk a lot, they only get the best from me
Fuck nigga stop playin' 'fore we stretch somethin'
Fuck nigga stop playin' 'fore we wet somethin'
Fuck nigga stop playin' 'fore you regret somethin'
He will never ever ever ever leave her
'Cause he know that if he do we gon' beat her
Control me (Control me), just hold me (Hold me)
I won't fuck you and leave, that's the old me (That's the old me)
I won't break your heart, lil' baby, that's the cold me (That's the cold me)
Won't tell you that I'll fuckin' leave, thats the bold me
In YNW Melly's "Control Me," the rapper addresses his commitment to a romantic partner by promising to remain loyal and attentive. He acknowledges his past mistakes in relationships, indicating that he used to have a tendency to engage in casual sexual encounters and leave without any emotional attachment. However, he assures his lover that he has changed and will not repeat those same actions, demonstrating his growth and maturity. Melly also warns potential rivals and adversaries to not underestimate him or his relationship, emphasizing that he will protect his partner at all costs. The chorus reinforces the theme of emotional stability and loyalty, with Melly suggesting that his partner's control and affection are what he desires.
The song's sound features YNW Melly's signature auto-tuned singing style, a steady beat, and bass-heavy instrumentals. The lyrics showcase Melly's raw and unapologetic demeanor as he raps about his loyalty and commitment while simultaneously displaying his willingness to defend himself and his romantic relationship against any interference.
Line by Line Meaning
Control me (Control me), just hold me (Hold me)
I want you to take charge of me and keep me close to you
I won't fuck you and leave, that's the old me (That's the old me)
In the past, I used to have casual relationships with women, but I am not that person anymore
I won't break your heart, lil' baby, that's the cold me (That's the cold me)
I don't want to hurt you emotionally, and I am being cautious with my actions
Won't tell you that I'll fuckin' leave, thats the bold me
I am not going to make any empty promises or pretend to be someone I am not
I-I-I can see it in your eye
That you see a young nigga, baby, stop lookin' surprised
I can tell that you are attracted to me, so don't act like it's unexpected
I'm a real street nigga, no, I ain't no Spy Kid
I would never look on your post or your messages
I am a genuine person from the streets, and I won't violate your privacy by snooping on your social media
'Cause I ain't really fuckin' with them niggas that you with
Pull up on his ass with a hundred round stick
Pull up on his ass with the Glock, with the dick
This is not a Glock 45, this a 26
I don't like your current associates, and if they cross me, I am prepared to retaliate with violence using my guns
Niggas talk a lot, they only get the best from me
Fuck nigga stop playin' 'fore we stretch somethin'
Fuck nigga stop playin' 'fore we wet somethin'
Fuck nigga stop playin' 'fore you regret somethin'
I don't tolerate disrespectful behavior from anyone, and if you push me, you will face dire consequences
He will never ever ever ever leave her
'Cause he know that if he do we gon' beat her
A man will never leave his partner because he fears our team will use violence against her
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jamell Demons, Michael Nguyen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Bumski
This, Ingredient, and No heart hardest sounds on album no cap 🤷🏻♂️
@MCMPAT
FreeSmvke agreed🤝
@badgamer5831
fw no more too
@garrettgarza5969
brooo i got exactly the same opinion
@TeaRx
I promise j was thinking du same
@quion2x509
They all hard best album of the year in my opinion
@alexandrasimmons6460
Anyone else's one of their favorite songs outta "U SHINE I SHINE WE ALL SHINE"?
@alasialashay
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
@808_sebike
But all his music is🔥🔥
@celinequeen1073
I love every song