Raised in Gadsden, Alabama, Atha appeared on the reality series The Road to Stardom with Missy Elliott and released his independent debut album Creek Water in 2005. Two years later, Atha signed to Columbia Records and released the single "Kickin'" from his unreleased first studio album, before being released from the label later that same year. From 2008 to 2010, Atha released an extended play and four mixtapes with Ghet-O-Vision Entertainment. Trunk Muzik 0-60, Atha's fourth mixtape, was also released by Interscope Records. In 2011, Atha signed to Shady Records and his debut studio album Radioactive was released on November 21, 2011 to positive reviews. It entered the Billboard 200 at number 27. He spent much of his childhood in various locations around the southern United States, including Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Atlanta, Georgia, and Antioch, Tennessee.
Atha is half white and Cherokee, and the name Yelawolf is a reference to his Native American roots.
Yelawolf is an avid skateboarder and made attempts at a professional skateboarding career but was forced to abandon due to injuries. Yelawolf began releasing mixtapes independently in 2007. He was briefly signed to Columbia Records in 2007 and left the label the same year.
In 2009, Yelawolf was featured on the Slim Thug album Boss of All Bosses, and in the lead single Mixin' Up the Medicine from Juelz Santana's upcoming album Born to Lose, Built to Win. In 2010 he appeared in the track Down This Road from Bizarre's third studio album Friday Night at St. Andrews, in Big Boi's first solo album Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty track "You Ain't No DJ" which was produced by André 3000, and his most recent appareance is in Paul Wall's fifth studio album Heart of a Champion track "Live It" which also features Jay Electronica and Raekwon, produced by Travis Barker. In 2010, Atha confirmed he has signed with Interscope Records, he announced that he is working in his debut studio album with the label, and has a desire to work with Eminem.
In 2011 Yelawolf revealed that he went to visit Eminem in Detroit, Michigan and has subsequently been signed to Shady Records.
I'm The Shit
Yelawolf Lyrics
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Ain't you ever heard'a my boy
Catfish!
Billy
He say he the shit
Best believe that shit too maine
Run all up and down your ass with that
If you bounce and you throwed
If your mouth is all gold
And you know who got the grills
I'm The Shit (No way)
I'm The Shit
Oh my Lord the south done birthed another Bay Bay Kid
Out the woods I come in scoring with a Peg Leg kick
Over the head and threw the net (net)
Pass the goalie with this rock (rock)
That's a point for the home team
You can't hold me, I won't stop
All my Billy's grinding throw your chewing backer up!
Pop your members only collar Dixie mafia!
Yeah we twerk, yeah we work (work)
And we'll give your girl a squirt
We got hats, we got shirts
Rock that shit and go bizzerk!
Internet connection via satellite, on Myspace
24 hours a day, I'm pimping out my rhyme page
I'm certified, my prescription ain't filled out though
I keep some kicks on my feet that killers would kill fo'
I could kick your face and keep my shoe laces clean
Gotta plate full of stew
A couple of home brew
I'm leaning left looking for walls to hold on to
I'm cleaner this year (year)
Windows gleaming and clear (clear)
1987 'Stang is pulling up in your rear (WhoA!)
Headlights on this, blinding your vision ho
You can't see me cause I'm stunting ridding in your whip I stole
I'm on the scene (scene)
They rolling tape (They rolling tape)
It's looking good (I'm looking good)
I'm feeling great (I'm feeling great)
That's my people watch your mouth or I might peel your grape
With this number 2, I conceal in my bass (Aye)
Rick: WOO! Alright man! We did it!
Lucius: I- I don't wanna be raining on your parade,(Yeah) but I gotta tell you, that was some of the dumbest driving I ever seen in my life. (Thank You) I know you won the race but you're not gonna live forever
Rick: I'm not stupid Lucius. No one lives forever, No one. But uh, advances in modern science and my high level income. I mean it's not crazy to think I can't live to be 245, maybe 300
In Yelawolf's song I'm the Shit, he starts off by talking about his friend Catfish Billy claiming to be the best and how he runs all up and down his enemies with it. Yelawolf then claims himself to be the sh*t, and asserts that he's scored with the Peg Leg kick, which is a reference to his unique style of rapping. He then talks about being from the woods and how he throws the ball over the heads and nets of his opponents, and scores a point for the home team, that is, he hails from the South, and represents it well.
In the second verse, DJ Paul is featured as he raps about everything they have, from hats and shirts to member's only collar and Dixie mafia. He also mentions how they work, twerk and give your girl a squirt. Yelawolf then starts off his verse by talking about how he's always online, promoting his music while he continues to improve himself. He mentions his shoes, which are so funky that they can even make a killer jealous. He talks about how he doesn't want his shoes to get dirty while he's kicking someone's face. The song finishes strong with Yelawolf suggesting the possibility of living to be 245 or even 300.
* The song features DJ Paul from the group Three 6 Mafia.
* The song is featured on Yelawolf's mixtape titled "Pissin' in a Barrel of Beez."
* The song was produced by J-Rome and DJ Paul.
* Yelawolf wrote the song.
* The music video for "I'm the Shit" features live performances and behind the scenes footage.
* The Peg Leg kick referenced in the lyrics is a reference to Yelawolf's distinctive rapping style.
* Yelawolf was born in Alabama and later moved to Tennessee.
* The Dixie mafia referenced in the lyrics is a real-life criminal organization based in the southern United States.
* Yelawolf's birth name is Michael Wayne Atha.
* In 2011, he signed to Eminem's record label, Shady Records.
Chords: Unfortunately, we could not find the chords for this song.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey
Introducing the song
Ain't you ever heard'a my boy
Asking the listener if they have ever heard of his friend
Catfish!
Introducing his friend Catfish
Billy
Referring to himself by his nickname, Billy
He say he the shit
Catfish claims that Billy is the best
Best believe that shit too maine
Encouraging the listener to believe Catfish's claim
Run all up and down your ass with that
Billy will surpass everyone with his talent
If you bounce and you throwed
If you're confident and reckless
And you know who got the deal
And you know who is the best
If your mouth is all gold
If you are a smooth talker
And you know who got the grills
And you know who has the best jewelry
I'm The Shit (No way)
Billy is boasting that he is the best
I'm The Shit
Reiterating the previous statement
Oh my Lord the south done birthed another Bay Bay Kid
Introducing Billy as a new talent from the South
Out the woods I come in scoring with a Peg Leg kick
Billy is talented even if he has a disability
Over the head and threw the net (net)
Billy is skilled at basketball
Pass the goalie with this rock (rock)
He scores a point in soccer
That's a point for the home team
Celebrating his victory and glory as part of the team
You can't hold me, I won't stop
No one can stop Billy from succeeding
All my Billy's grinding throw your chewing backer up!
Billy's fans should support him
Pop your members only collar Dixie mafia!
Telling the listeners to put on their best clothing and look great
Yeah we twerk, yeah we work (work)
Billy and his team work hard and party hard
And we'll give your girl a squirt
Flirting with the listener's girlfriend
We got hats, we got shirts
Promoting his merchandise
Rock that shit and go bizzerk!
Encouraging the listeners to enjoy and go crazy
Internet connection via satellite, on Myspace
Explaining how he promotes his music online
24 hours a day, I'm pimping out my rhyme page
His online presence is active all day long
I'm certified, my prescription ain't filled out though
He has a talent, but hasn't fully capitalized on it
I keep some kicks on my feet that killers would kill fo'
He has a great collection of shoes
I could kick your face and keep my shoe laces clean
His shoes stay clean even when he kicks someone
Gotta plate full of stew
He is enjoying his meal
A couple of home brew
He is drinking beer brewed at home
I'm leaning left looking for walls to hold on to
He is drunk and looking for support
I'm cleaner this year (year)
He is doing better this year
Windows gleaming and clear (clear)
His car windows are clean
1987 'Stang is pulling up in your rear (WhoA!)
He is driving a 1987 Mustang
Headlights on this, blinding your vision ho
His car headlights are bright
You can't see me cause I'm stunting ridding in your whip I stole
He stole the listener's car and is showing off his driving skills
I'm on the scene (scene)
He is present and visible
They rolling tape (They rolling tape)
People are taking videos of him
It's looking good (I'm looking good)
He is looking great
I'm feeling great (I'm feeling great)
He is feeling great
That's my people watch your mouth or I might peel your grape
He is warning others to be respectful or face consequences
With this number 2, I conceal in my bass (Aye)
He has a gun (number 2) hidden in his bass
Rick: WOO! Alright man! We did it!
Celebrating his success
Lucius: I- I don't wanna be raining on your parade,(Yeah) but I gotta tell you, that was some of the dumbest driving I ever seen in my life. (Thank You) I know you won the race but you're not gonna live forever
A conversation between two people, one congratulating Billy while the other is criticizing his dangerous driving
Rick: I'm not stupid Lucius. No one lives forever, No one. But uh, advances in modern science and my high level income. I mean it's not crazy to think I can't live to be 245, maybe 300
Rick is not bothered by the fact that he won't live forever because he believes that science and his wealth will help him live a very long life
Contributed by Jake P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Noah
probably listened to this 40 times in the past week. sick song. yeller's a beast
Sandy Huang
He's hot and he can rap. DREAM COME TRUE. <3
Aaron Hrynyszyn
And Yelawolf is going mainstream....he singlehandedly dismantles every juggalo rapper himself
Dangerous Shark 7
Yeah. He's the shit <3
ThePatsmo
i really like this song...... i dont feel like i'm tha sh*t or anything i jus like tha beat!
Chuja Flowtastica
Can anyone who listens for a while to yelawolf send me a list of 10 best songs he has not including pop the trunk, trunk muzic,daddys lambo, throw it up, no hands and in this club PLEASE and Thanke YOU so muchhhh :D
FoolishDuke
@ren2020ky I think Mac is a good rapper... when he wants to be. I thought his mixtape K.I.D.S. was a classic. I really wasn't feeling Best Day Ever or Blue Slide Park but the dude is only 19 and I am sure he isn't going anywhere so I am not gonna hate, I'm sure he'll be doing big things during his long career.
Ruubinnn
Is this from a mixtape or something? I needs this shit.
FoolishDuke
@DubulWalz Damn, I knew I left a few people out. Asher is pretty sick. especially that Ep with Nottz
Bob Dole
"Running all up and down yo ass with that....FOUR WHEELERRR!"