Mario Mims (born May 19, 1981 in Memphis, Tennessee), better known by his s… Read Full Bio ↴Mario Mims (born May 19, 1981 in Memphis, Tennessee), better known by his stage name Yo Gotti, is an American rapper signed to Cash Money Records. Formerly known as Lil Yo in the 90's, he released his first album, From Da Dope Game 2 Da Rap Game, in 2000. Since then he has released 2001's Self-Explanatory, 2003's Life, 2006's Back 2 Da Basics, 2008's Cocaine Muzik, 2009's CM2 (Cocaine Muzik 2 hosted by DJ Drama), and The Pyrex King: Street Runnaz Special Edition.

As one of the six epicenters of Southern hip hop, Memphis has always had a thriving underground capable of producing major platinum superstars such as Eightball & MJG, 3-6 Mafia and Project Pat,Skip a.k.a Gianni Booker. All of the above-mentioned artists at one point in time literally dominated the city’s underground rap scene before going on to become national superstars. Next up to bat is Yo Gotti, M-Town’s current underground rap kingpin. Like his namesake John Gotti, the Memphis based rapper has been running the Southern underground scene with an iron fist for the past. Known and respected throughout the South for his skill and finesse on the microphone, Yo Gotti is one the South’s most respected young rappers.
Born Mario Mims, Yo Gotti grew up in the infamous Ridge Crest Apartments in a North Memphis neighborhood called Frazier. His childhood was typical for a poor ghetto youth in the Deep South. Raised in a family of hustlers and exposed to hard times 24 hours a day the Tennessee rap titan soon turned to the only thing that he knew could get him paid, hustling. “Being from the hood things like hustling will come your way,” says Yo Gotti. “Everybody in my family hustled in some kinda way.” Ironically, hustling is what ultimately led Yo Gotti to rapping.
Taking his cue from Memphis rap legends such as Eightball & MJG, Al Kapone, Gangsta Black, Triple 6 Mafia and Kingpin Skinny Pimp, all of whom he lists as influences, Yo Gotti released his own underground tape entitled, Youngster on the Come Up and placed it on consignment at local mom & pop record stores as well as hustling it out the trunk. The tape sold like hotcakes on the street and made Yo Gotti the hottest rapper on the streets of Memphis. From the Dope Game to the Rap Game, Yo Gotti’s sophomore effort sold so well that Select-O-Hits, a local based independent distributor offered him a small deal and the Memphis rapper more than doubled his fan base with absolutely no marketing or promotions. Soon he found himself ranked among the city’s top rappers. In addition to being featured on the cover of Murderdog Magazine along side his idols Kingpin Skinny Pimp and Al Kapone his record From the Dope Game to the Rap Game made the list for the magazine’s top independent record for the year 2000.
Two years later he inked a distribution deal with TVT Records and released the critically acclaimed album Life, which did respectable numbers for an independent label. “It sold about 40 or 50,000, with no promotions or video,” says Yo Gotti. “That record did what it did on its own.” But as the old saying goes when one door is closed another opened. Gotti’s reputation as the king of Memphis continued to spread and that eventually led him to a production deal with Cash Money/Universal records for his group the Block Burnaz. With his TVT sophomore album entitled Back 2 Da Basics, Yo Gotti returns with the same hardcore street flavor that his die-hard fans have come to know and love, only this time around the true king of Memphis has elevated his game a bit. Given the fact that his last record didn’t do the type of big number he’d hope for you’d think that Yo Gotti would switch up his style to reach a larger audience. Right? Wrong! According to Gotti his street credibility with his underground fans means more to him than gold or platinum status.
“The one thing that you have to understand is that when you create a fan base off of street product the last thing you wanna do is disrespect them by changing because of the record companies and stuff like that. When you do that you change what created you. To me it is very important that I keep in tune with the people that helped to sell 40,000 records independently. That’s why I call my record Back 2 Da Basics.”
Produced by DJ Thoomp, Mannie Fresh, Carlos Brody and newcomers Street Tunes, Back 2 Da Basics offers fans a gritty, insider’s view into the real streets of Memphis as seen through the eyes of Yo Gotti. Nowhere is this viewpoint more intense than on “Full Time,” the amped up lead single –and featured in the MTV Films’ Hustle & Flow movie - with a thunderous bass and intoxicating beat that espouses Gotti’s formula to success –hustle full time.
“A lotta cats wanna be a rapper or a street hustler but they don’t wanna put in the time that it takes,” says Yo Gotti. “They want the money and the cars and the girls, but they don’t wanna work hard for it. But to be successful at anything you gotta grind for it.” On the song “Mama We Gone Be Alright,” he waxes introspective by reflecting on all of the hard times that he and his family have suffered through the years and offers her hope-filled words encouragement. “Mama We Gone Be Alright” along with the gripping tune “My Story” emerges as two of the most interesting songs on Back 2 Da Basics. These three titles along with club banging songs like “Shorty” featuring Baby make Back 2 Da Basics one of the best albums of the year.

Bounce That
Yo Gotti Lyrics

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Throw me up, Ivy
Ayy (Tay Keith, fuck these niggas up)
Look

Bitch, I got a pocket full of hunnids, I don't do cards
You know I pull up foreigns, we don't rent cars
Ass lookin' fake, she been the DR

Bounce that shit, now roll with it
Bounce that shit, touch your toes with it
Shake that shit, girl you're cold with it
Bounce that shit, touch the pole with it
Take your time with it
Take your time with it
Girl, you fine with it
Use your mind with it
Take your time with it
Take your time with it
Girl, you fine with it
Use your mind with it

I ain't givin' the bitch one dollar
Hit her from the back, make her holler
I don't want the bitch if she model
I don't want the bitch if she don't swallow
Told her everything Gucci but I'm Prada
All out on her pay, but I don't follow (lights)
Dm the bitch, fuck tomorrow (flights)
Pussy good, she gon' be a problem (sike)
I got the bag and the dough, bih'
She got a tongue ring and a glowstick
Bounce that shit, make it drip (drip)
Make a nigga send a hoe a check for a trip
You want Chanel? Oh well
You want lobster? I want the tail
Is you gon' write a nigga, if I go to jail?
Is you gon' fight a bitch about a nigga? Yeah

Bounce that shit, now roll with it
Bounce that shit, touch your toes with it
Shake that shit, girl you're cold with it
Bounce that shit, touch the pole with it
Take your time with it
Take your time with it
Girl, you fine with it
Use your mind with it
Take your time with it
Take your time with it
Girl, you fine with it
Use your mind with it

I took your baby momma to Bahamas
Fucked her once and told her lose the number
We ain't noble type, you been in huddles
You don't get a Benz you get a Honda
Your ex wasn't gettin a pack, he was a runner
Bitches, I was 16, I had to top dropped every summer
Yeah, I had a hundred, ask my momma
Nigga bought a brick and I might front him one
My homie down bad, you know I throw him somethin'
Niggas disrespectin' me, you know done him somethin'
She like "Gotti, you drip hard", I say, "That was Gunna or somethin'"
Bitch, I've been a millionaire since 21
Savage, whole hood ratchet
First hundred thou' under my grandmama mattress
I swear to god no cappin' ask my auntie 'nem
They only dated dope boys, I'm one of them
My role models gangsters guess it's safe to say
I ain't knockin' tricks, but I ain't the one to pay
Safe sex, no checks, that's my practice
Bitch, I'm in a whole 'nother bracket

Bounce that shit, now roll with it
Bounce that shit, touch your toes with it
Shake that shit, girl you're cold with it
Bounce that shit, touch the pole with it
Take your time with it
Take your time with it
Girl, you fine with it
Use your mind with it
Take your time with it
Take your time with it
Girl, you fine with it
Use your mind with it

(Uh oh, uh oh)
(Bend that ass over, and make that ass run)
Bounce that, bounce that, bounce, bounce that shit
Bounce that, bounce that, bounce, bounce that shit
Bounce, bounce, bounce
Bounce that, bounce that, bounce, bounce that shit
Bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it
Bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it

Bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it
Bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it

Overall Meaning

In Yo Gotti's song "Bounce That," the lyrics depict a flashy and hedonistic lifestyle. In the first verse, Gotti boasts about his wealth, mentioning that he prefers cash over credit cards and drives luxury cars instead of renting. He also alludes to a woman having undergone plastic surgery in the Dominican Republic (DR) to enhance her physical appearance.

The chorus encourages women to engage in provocative dance moves and exhibit confidence. Gotti encourages them to bounce and shake their bodies, touch their toes, and even interact with a pole. The repetition emphasizes the freedom and empowerment a woman can feel when expressing herself through dance.

Moving on to the second verse, Gotti expresses disinterest in wasting money on a particular woman, stating he won't give her a single dollar. He boasts about his sexual prowess, noting that he only wants a woman if she is willing to engage in oral sex. Gotti boasts about his expensive taste in fashion, name-dropping luxury brands like Gucci and Prada. He also mentions casually sliding into a woman's DMs for a quick hookup and the potential problems such encounters may cause.

In the third verse, Gotti brags about taking someone's baby mama on a vacation to the Bahamas and then promptly cutting off contact. He mocks individuals who engage in illegal activities but fail to achieve substantial success, using the example of someone only driving a Honda instead of a Benz. Gotti reflects on his own rise to success, mentioning his early experiences with expensive cars and having money at a young age. He emphasizes his ability to financially support his friends and mentions his violent tendencies towards those who disrespect him.

Throughout the song, Gotti highlights his personal achievements and contrasts his lifestyle with others. He also depicts women as objects of desire and reinforces a materialistic mindset. Ultimately, "Bounce That" glorifies the pursuit of wealth, status, and sexual conquests.

Line by Line Meaning

Throw me up, Ivy
Elevate me to a higher level, like Ivy League colleges

Bitch, I got a pocket full of hunnids, I don't do cards
I prefer cash over credit cards, as I have a lot of money

You know I pull up foreigns, we don't rent cars
I always drive expensive foreign cars, never renting

Ass lookin' fake, she been the DR
Her butt appears artificial, likely from a Dominican Republic surgery

Bounce that shit, now roll with it
Move your body in a bouncing motion and continue with a rolling movement

Bounce that shit, touch your toes with it
Bounce your body while reaching down to touch your toes

Shake that shit, girl you're cold with it
Skillfully shake your body, girl, you're impressive

Bounce that shit, touch the pole with it
While bouncing, make contact with a pole

Take your time with it
Perform the movements at your own pace

Girl, you fine with it
You look attractive while doing it

Use your mind with it
Employ your mental creativity in your dancing

I ain't givin' the bitch one dollar
I refuse to give that woman any money

Hit her from the back, make her holler
Engage in sexual activity from a rear entry position, causing her to vocalize

I don't want the bitch if she model
I'm not interested in a woman just because she's a model

I don't want the bitch if she don't swallow
I'm not interested in a woman who doesn't perform oral sex

Told her everything Gucci but I'm Prada
I lied to her, claiming I'm rich and trendy like Gucci, but in reality, I'm more like Prada

All out on her pay, but I don't follow (lights)
She spends all her money, but I don't imitate her reckless behavior

Dm the bitch, fuck tomorrow (flights)
Direct message that woman, let's have sexual activities without considering the consequences

Pussy good, she gon' be a problem (sike)
Her sexual skills are impressive, but I actually don't want any relationship or issues with her

I got the bag and the dough, bih'
I possess a large sum of money and wealth

She got a tongue ring and a glowstick
She has a piercing and a glowing toy for oral pleasure

Bounce that shit, make it drip (drip)
Move your body in a bouncing motion, causing it to drip with sweat or sexual fluids

Make a nigga send a hoe a check for a trip
Make a guy pay for a prostitute's expenses to accompany him on a trip

You want Chanel? Oh well
If you desire expensive brand Chanel, tough luck

You want lobster? I want the tail
If you prefer lobster, I'm more interested in the backside

Is you gon' write a nigga, if I go to jail?
Will you send me letters while I'm in jail?

Is you gon' fight a bitch about a nigga? Yeah
Are you willing to physically confront another woman over me, a man? Yes

I took your baby momma to Bahamas
I brought your child's mother on a trip to the Bahamas

Fucked her once and told her lose the number
After having sex with her once, I instructed her to never contact me again

We ain't noble type, you been in huddles
We don't engage in noble behavior, you've been involved in secret meetings or discussions

You don't get a Benz you get a Honda
You don't receive a luxury car like a Benz, you get a more basic and affordable Honda

Your ex wasn't gettin a pack, he was a runner
Your previous partner wasn't successfully selling drugs, he was just a low-level runner or courier

Bitches, I was 16, I had to top dropped every summer
Ladies, when I was 16, I would drive a convertible car every summer

Yeah, I had a hundred, ask my momma
Yes, I possessed a large sum of money, you can even confirm with my mother

Nigga bought a brick and I might front him one
A person bought a large quantity of drugs, and I'm considering lending him some upfront

My homie down bad, you know I throw him somethin'
My friend is going through a rough time financially, so I provide him with financial assistance

Niggas disrespectin' me, you know done him somethin'
If someone disrespects me, you know I'll take action against them

She like 'Gotti, you drip hard', I say, 'That was Gunna or somethin''
She claims I have a great sense of style, but I attribute that to Gunna or someone else

Bitch, I've been a millionaire since 21
I've been a millionaire since the age of 21, addressing her disrespectfully

Savage, whole hood ratchet
I'm savage and the entire neighborhood is low-class and unruly

First hundred thou' under my grandmama mattress
The first hundred thousand dollars I earned, I hid under my grandmother's mattress

I swear to god no cappin' ask my auntie 'nem
I'm telling the truth, ask my aunt and her associates

They only dated dope boys, I'm one of them
My aunt and her peers only pursued relationships with drug dealers, and I'm part of that category

My role models gangsters guess it's safe to say
My influential figures are criminals, confirming it's appropriate to assume

I ain't knockin' tricks, but I ain't the one to pay
I don't criticize those who engage in promiscuous activities, but I'm not the one who will provide money

Safe sex, no checks, that's my practice
I prioritize practicing safe sex without being concerned about financial transactions

Bitch, I'm in a whole 'nother bracket
I'm in a completely different financial class, bitch

Uh oh, uh oh
An expression of caution or concern

Bend that ass over, and make that ass run
Bend your buttocks over and make them quiver or shake

Bounce that, bounce that, bounce, bounce that shit
Continue to move your body in a bouncing motion

Bounce that, bounce that, bounce, bounce that shit
Keep bouncing your body

Bounce, bounce, bounce
Maintain a rhythmic bouncing movement

Bounce that, bounce that, bounce, bounce that shit
Keep bouncing that body

Bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it
Repetitively continue bouncing it

Bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it
Keep on bouncing it

Bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it
Continue to bounce it repeatedly

Bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it, bounce it
Keep bouncing it intensively

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Adam Pigott, Brytavious Lakeith Chambers, Dennis Mclawhorn Jr Love, Mario Mims

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