single "Ooouuu". Young M.A was born in 1992 in Brooklyn , New York . At the age of 9, she began rapping. Over the next nine years, she was residing in Virginia , although never staying in one place for long, moving to several cities while in the South. At the age of 16, she moved back to Brooklyn.
Young M.A started rapping by a corner store when she was young after a few years her music career started , when she was self-funding its recording studio with local record producers , after she was working at Shake Shack and T.J. Maxx. [4] In 2014, she gained notoriety, when a Facebook post criticizing her song, called "Brooklyn Chiraq" that went viral. [5] The post's author, pundit Boyce Watkins, said the song promoted "violent, negative, genocidal energy", but the controversy expanded Young M.A's name recognition and brought in some new listeners to her work. [3] In 2015, Young M.A released a new song, called "Body Bag", which became a "YouTube hit" said Rolling Stone, [5] along with the release of her mixtape, called Sleep Walkin ', which MTV describes as a "thoughtful debut project".
In 2016, Young M.A released her official debut single, called "Ooouuu", [4] which peaked at number 19 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. [7] In September 2016, the song nearly had 7 million plays on Spotify [8] and was widely remixed, with other rappers and hip hop artists such as French Montana, Remy Ma, Jadakiss , Uncle Murda , ASAP Ferg and Tink , who all of them were putting out their versions to that song. [3] At Stereogum , Tom Breihan said "Ooouuu" was "a brash, intense, hard-as-fuck piece of rider music...the song feels like it marks the arrival of a major rap talent." [9]
The Fader said Young M.A has "establishe[d] herself as a quintessential New York MC", [10] and at MTV, Doreen St. Félix said, "This summer, the atmosphere belongs to Young M.A and her single 'OOOUUU.'" [6] The song's popularity drew attention from labels, [11] though M.A remains an independent artist.
At the 2016's BET Hip Hop Awards , she did a freestyle on a cypher and performed her single, "Ooouuu", giving what XXL Magazine described as "show-stopping freestyle...one of the best freestyles of the night"; despite the enthusiasm for her performance, Young M.A expressed disappointment, saying BET cut out a portion of her performance.
In 2016, in an interview with Rolling Stone, Young M.A said she'd been offered the role of Frieda Gatz on
Empire , but turned it down, preferring to pursue her own career as a rapper instead of being known first as a fictional character.
Young M.A is a lesbian, a topic that she includes in her music. She told Vogue that coming out had been an important point in her artistic development, saying "I held in being sexually attracted to women for so long that once I got that out of me, the music became easy."[3] On September 26th 2009, her brother was murdered by a member of his own gang. She is of Puerto Rican and Jamaican descent.
Big Steppa
YOUNG M.A Lyrics
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Ah, big steppin'
Out here with the set and I'm big reppin'
In a session with some hoes, there's bout six, seven
In a section with the bros, it's like ten, eleven
Glizzy in the cut, just in case
Shout out to my brotha, he just beat the case (he just beat that case)
Shout out to that broad with the pretty face (ooouuu)
She a bartender and a fan (she a fan)
But she only shake her ass for the bands
I don't pop no Percs, I don't pop no Xans (I don't pop no Xans)
But I keep a cup of Henny in my hand (that Henny)
Ooouuu, ooouuu, ooouuu
She get in her mood on 1942
When she see the racks, she skip to my Lou
She says she got a man, well I'm your nigga too (nigga too)
I'm a big steppa
Out here with my set and I'm big reppin' (and I'm big reppin')
If he try to flex, then we G check him (wassup?)
Keep the Glock by the pillow, I can sleep better
Hoppin' out the foreign, Louis slides on (skrrt)
Made a half a mil' and put my guys on (I put my guys on)
I just bought that Coco for my side jawn (Chanel)
She let me keep the pistol in her top drawer (she did)
Ooh, I'm a shot caller (shot ooh)
Chain water (huh?), Watch water (check)
Drip check (check check), hot saucin' (hot saucin')
I bop with the mop 'cause they plot on her ('cause they, ah ooh)
And that's word to Pop, I'ma pop on 'em
Married to the game, and put a rock on 'em (that ice ooh)
If she bad, I'm a slide on her (slide)
You fuckin' with a top shotta, top baller (top shit, uh)
Ooouuu
Chain wet, watch watch
Drip check
Ooouu, ouuuu
Big steppa (big steppa)
Out here with my set and I'm big reppin' (redlyfe)
If he try to flex, then we G check him (wassup?)
Glock by the pillow, I can sleep better
The lyrics to Young M.A's song "Big Steppa" depict her confidence and status within her crew and in the streets. She asserts her dominance, emphasizing her affiliation with her set and her loyalty to her friends. She mentions being in a session with some women and her crew, highlighting the size of their group. She also mentions having a gun (glizzy) with her for protection.
She gives shoutouts to her friend who recently beat a court case and to God for not making mistakes. She acknowledges a bartender who is also a fan, but she emphasizes that the only reason the bartender dances is for money. Young M.A states that she doesn't use drugs like Percocets or Xanax, but she does enjoy drinking Hennessy. She also mentions a woman who gets in the mood when she drinks 1942 tequila and is willing to cheat on her own partner with Young M.A.
Young M.A asserts that she is a big steppa, representing her crew and making it clear that she won't tolerate disrespect. She mentions keeping a Glock by her pillow for personal safety and brags about her success in the music industry, mentioning making half a million dollars and buying luxury items like Coco (possibly referring to the Chanel brand). She also reveals that her partner lets her keep a gun in their top drawer.
She continues to assert her dominance by referring to herself as a shot caller and a top shotta, indicating her role as a leader and someone who holds influence. Young M.A emphasizes her confidence and her willingness to pursue women, claiming that if a woman is attractive, she will make a move on her. The lyrics overall convey Young M.A's bold and assertive personality, showcasing her pride in her crew, success, and ability to attract women.
Line by Line Meaning
Ah, big steppin'
I'm confidently moving forward and making big moves in my life
Out here with the set and I'm big reppin'
I'm representing my crew and showcasing our power and influence in this area
In a session with some hoes, there's bout six, seven
I'm chilling with some attractive women, probably around six or seven of them
In a section with the bros, it's like ten, eleven
I'm hanging out with my male friends, and we're around ten or eleven in number
Glizzy in the cut, just in case
I have a gun hidden nearby, just in case any trouble arises
Shout out to my brotha, he just beat the case (he just beat that case)
I want to give a shoutout to my friend who recently won his legal case, proving his innocence
Shout out to my God, he make no mistakes (amen)
I want to show my appreciation to God, emphasizing that He is perfect and never makes errors
Shout out to that broad with the pretty face (ooouuu)
I want to give a special shoutout to that woman with a beautiful face
She a bartender and a fan (she a fan)
She works as a bartender and is also a supporter of my music
But she only shake her ass for the bands
However, she only dances provocatively when she sees a significant amount of money
I don't pop no Percs, I don't pop no Xans (I don't pop no Xans)
I don't consume any Percocet or Xanax pills, avoiding the use of these substances
But I keep a cup of Henny in my hand (that Henny)
Nevertheless, I always have a cup containing Hennessy cognac in my hand
Ooouuu, ooouuu, ooouuu
This is a vocalization expressing excitement or enjoyment
She get in her mood on 1942
She becomes more lively and energetic when she drinks 1942 tequila
When she see the racks, she skip to my Lou
When she sees a lot of money, she dances happily and energetically
She says she got a man, well I'm your nigga too (nigga too)
Even though she claims to have a boyfriend, I'm willing to be her other lover
I'm a big steppa
I'm a confident and influential individual
Out here with my set and I'm big reppin' (and I'm big reppin')
I'm proudly representing my crew and showcasing our power and influence in this area
If he try to flex, then we G check him (wassup?)
If someone tries to show off or act tough, we will confront them to test their authenticity
Keep the Glock by the pillow, I can sleep better
Having a Glock handgun close to me while sleeping gives me a sense of security and peace of mind
Hoppin' out the foreign, Louis slides on (skrrt)
Stepping out of my luxury car, I'm wearing designer Louis Vuitton slides
Made a half a mil' and put my guys on (I put my guys on)
I earned and shared half a million dollars, providing financial support to my close friends
I just bought that Coco for my side jawn (Chanel)
I recently purchased a Chanel bag for my side woman
She let me keep the pistol in her top drawer (she did)
She allowed me to store my gun in her dresser's top compartment
Ooh, I'm a shot caller (shot ooh)
I'm a person with influence and power in various situations
Chain water (huh?), Watch water (check)
My chain and watch are both covered in expensive and flashy diamonds
Drip check (check check), hot saucin' (hot saucin')
I'm ensuring that my fashion and style are on point, and I'm standing out with confidence
I bop with the mop 'cause they plot on her ('cause they, ah ooh)
I dance and move around with a gun because there are people scheming against her
And that's word to Pop, I'ma pop on 'em
In honor of Pop (possibly referring to late rapper Pop Smoke), I will respond aggressively to any threats or disrespect
Married to the game, and put a rock on 'em (that ice ooh)
I'm fully committed and dedicated to the music industry, and I've rewarded myself with expensive jewelry as a symbol of success
If she bad, I'm a slide on her (slide)
If she's attractive, I'm going to approach her and possibly engage in intimate activities
You fuckin' with a top shotta, top baller (top shit, uh)
You're dealing with someone who is at the top of their game, influential, and successful
Chain wet, watch watch
My diamond chain is glistening and shining, and my watch is also eye-catching
Drip check
I'm making sure that my fashion and style are impeccable
Ooouu, ouuuu
This is a vocalization expressing excitement or enjoyment
Big steppa (big steppa)
I'm a confident and influential individual
Out here with my set and I'm big reppin' (redlyfe)
I'm proudly representing my crew and showcasing our power and influence in this area
If he try to flex, then we G check him (wassup?)
If someone tries to show off or act tough, we will confront them to test their authenticity
Glock by the pillow, I can sleep better
Having a Glock handgun close to me while sleeping gives me a sense of security and peace of mind
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Written by: Katorah Marrero
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Beeeeenay
This beat alone there’s something nostalgic about it and then Young MA hops on and kills it as usual
Manuel Ortuzar
i really feel u on the nostalgic part, i come here every once in a while just to feel that, u dont feel that with many beats and yeah she kills it as usual!
prodmalvs
mike zombie different man this shit so hard damn
becomingAyesha
I love how different she is..her music..everything..she doesn't go with the hype. She herself af
Grind-Hard TrashbagGang
She a real one that’s why, we all know why the best stay unsigned 😂💯
TurtlesofOg
Is this rapper a " she "??
He looks like a teen boy 😒😒
Also sounds like a boy....
??
xRaTeD.Runzy
@TurtlesofOg It's a woman but she into women
DQ
@xRaTeD.Runzy Lesbian*
Manny Taylor
She so slept on. She needs more respect. She always comes with the bars. MA is in her own lane and has a unique sound, not commercial or watered down.
Darryl Wade
Whoever made this beat deserves a Grammy and so much success in the game💯ON GOD