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.
Five Star Chef
Yo Gotti Lyrics
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And ya nails stay fly
If ya juice box wet
And ya head sumin' fly
Dats a 5 star bitch
I wanna 5 star bitch
I need a 5 star bitch
I wanna 5 star bitch
I am top notch nigga
I do grade A shit
I'm a keep it 100
I wanna 5 star bitch
Talkin' mouth game serious and can ride dat dick
Shawty walk like she talk like she kno dat she da shit
You don't live witcha momma plus u moved up out da hood
Couple years on ya own and ya still doin good
You ain't fightin' in da club u ain't on dat stupid shit
You ain't worried he got money you ain't on dat groupie shit
But still money make ya cum
Gotcha swagg game together
Gucci dis louie dat u gotcha bag game together
Gotta mean pump game and a sick shoe fetish
Say you left ya last nigga cause his ass was too petty
If ya baby daddy left ya
Raised ya kids on ya own
And you need a real nigga put my numba in ya phone
If you never left da city
Neva been up outta MEMPHIS
I can be dat thug genie
Give ya three lil wishes
She a stone cold freak
She can get a nigga right
She can cook she can clean
Know how to treat a nigga right
Dats a 5 star bitch
Red bone so thick
Long hair don't care
Dereon outfit
Go to church every sunday
She a teacher at da school
Ya did it big last night
I had her drunker than a fool
Say she had to call in she could'nt even go to work
Told her come and let me put a couple hundreds in her purse
You went to school to be a nurse
She's a AKA
Shawty fresh up out da hood but went to TENNESSEE STATE
And friend jus as fine swere to god I ain't lyin
She a DELTA she be throwin' dat dynasty sign I
Pay for both of they tuition
Pay for both of they beautician
Coogi dis
Bb dat
And she luv tru religion
Dats a 5 star chick cause her future so bright
She gotta a cool sense of humor
And her attitude right
She go to real estate school
She do hair on da side
Went to school to practice law
I need her on my side
Dats a 5 star chick you a fool not to keep her
I'm a show u what to do if I eva get to meet her
In Yo Gotti’s “Five Star Chef,” the rapper outlines what he considers a 5-star woman, someone who possesses certain qualities that make her stand out from the rest. A “5-star bitch” is a term of endearment that suggests the highest level of excellence. Yo Gotti describes a woman with a high credit score, well-manicured nails, and a well-kept body, indicating that she takes good care of herself. He also emphasizes that she has a strong personality, talks with confidence, and possesses an excellent sense of style with expensive taste. Throughout the song, the rapper suggests that a 5-star woman needs to have her life in order, including her job, education, and attitude towards life.
Yo Gotti also mentions that a 5-star woman is a freak in the bedroom and knows how to satisfy her man. He explains that a 5-star woman should be independent, not relying on anyone, and has the ability to raise a family if need be. Lastly, the song emphasizes the importance of rewarding a 5-star woman with respect and material goods.
Overall, Yo Gotti's "Five Star Chef" is a song that recognizes and celebrates women who have their lives together, are strong-minded, and confident with themselves. It is an excellent example of how music can empower individuals and celebrate women's strengths and accomplishments.
Line by Line Meaning
If ya credit score high
If your credit score is high, which is a sign of financial responsibility.
And ya nails stay fly
If you keep your nails looking good, which indicates someone who takes care of themselves.
If ya juice box wet
If your private area is well-maintained and prepared for sexual intercourse.
And ya head sumin' fly
If you have a good hairstyle and your hair looks good, which indicates someone who takes care of themselves.
Dats a 5 star bitch
Those are the signs of a high-quality woman, which is what Yo Gotti is looking for.
I wanna 5 star bitch
Yo Gotti is expressing his desire to have a high-quality woman in his life.
I need a 5 star bitch
Having a high-quality woman in his life is important to Yo Gotti's self-worth.
I wanna 5 star bitch
Yo Gotti reiterates his desire for a high-quality woman in his life.
I am top notch nigga
Yo Gotti sees himself as a high-quality man who deserves a high-quality woman.
I do grade A shit
Yo Gotti is high-achieving and wants someone who is up to his level.
I'm a keep it 100
Yo Gotti is keeping it real and honest in his search for a high-quality woman.
Talkin' mouth game serious and can ride dat dick
Yo Gotti is looking for a woman who can perform sexually and communicate well with him about it.
Shawty walk like she talk like she kno dat she da shit
Yo Gotti is attracted to women who are confident in themselves and their abilities.
You don't live witcha momma plus u moved up out da hood
Yo Gotti is looking for a woman who is independent and successful on her own terms.
Couple years on ya own and ya still doin good
Yo Gotti wants a woman who is self-sufficient and responsible for herself.
You ain't fightin' in da club u ain't on dat stupid shit
Yo Gotti wants a woman who is mature and not interested in drama or negativity.
You ain't worried he got money you ain't on dat groupie shit
Yo Gotti wants a woman who is not just interested in him because he has money or resources.
But still money make ya cum
Yo Gotti acknowledges that money can be an important factor in a relationship, including sexual satisfaction.
Gotcha swagg game together
Yo Gotti appreciates a woman who has a good sense of style and confidence.
Gucci dis louie dat u gotcha bag game together
Yo Gotti is looking for a woman who has good taste in high-end fashion.
Gotta mean pump game and a sick shoe fetish
Yo Gotti is attracted to women who have sexy high heels and can walk well in them.
Say you left ya last nigga cause his ass was too petty
Yo Gotti wants a woman who is willing to move on from a bad relationship and is looking for something better.
If ya baby daddy left ya
Yo Gotti is open to a woman who has children and is raising them on her own.
Raised ya kids on ya own
Yo Gotti acknowledges the hard work and responsibility of raising children alone.
And you need a real nigga put my numba in ya phone
Yo Gotti is suggesting that he could be the man who could provide for her and her children.
If you never left da city
Yo Gotti is open to a woman who has not traveled extensively but is still interested in making things happen.
Neva been up outta MEMPHIS
Yo Gotti is interested in a woman who is based in Memphis and is looking for someone local.
I can be dat thug genie
Yo Gotti is putting himself out there as a man who can make things happen for her.
Give ya three lil wishes
Yo Gotti wants to fulfill her wishes and help her create the life she wants.
She a stone cold freak
Yo Gotti is acknowledging that he wants a woman who is sexually adventurous.
She can get a nigga right
Yo Gotti wants someone who can fulfill his sexual desires and needs.
She can cook she can clean
Yo Gotti is also looking for a woman who is domestic and takes care of household needs.
Know how to treat a nigga right
Yo Gotti wants a woman who can understand him and treat him well, both emotionally and physically.
Red bone so thick
Yo Gotti is attracted to light-skinned women with curvaceous and voluptuous bodies.
Long hair don't care Dereon outfit
Yo Gotti is looking for a woman who has long hair and can wear fashionable clothes well.
Go to church every sunday
Yo Gotti wants a woman who has a spiritual side and values going to church.
She a teacher at da school
Yo Gotti wants a woman who is educated and contributes to society through a teaching profession.
Ya did it big last night
Yo Gotti knows that the woman he's interested in likes to have a good time.
I had her drunker than a fool
Yo Gotti is acknowledging that he got her drunk last night and she was enjoying herself with him.
Say she had to call in she could'nt even go to work
Yo Gotti is acknowledging that the woman he's interested in is willing to be spontaneous and break the rules.
Told her come and let me put a couple hundreds in her purse
Yo Gotti is willing to provide financial support to the woman he's interested in.
You went to school to be a nurse
Yo Gotti is acknowledging the woman's education and profession.
She's a AKA
Yo Gotti is acknowledging the woman's sorority organization, Alpha Kappa Alpha.
Shawty fresh up out da hood but went to TENNESSEE STATE
Yo Gotti is interested in a woman who has come from humble beginnings but has risen through the ranks thanks to education.
And friend just as fine swear to god I ain't lyin
Yo Gotti is interested in the woman's friend who is also attractive.
She a DELTA she be throwin' dat dynasty sign I
Yo Gotti is acknowledging the woman's sorority organization, Delta Sigma Theta.
Pay for both of they tuition
Yo Gotti is willing to provide financial support to both women's education.
Pay for both of they beautician Coogi dis Bb dat And she luv tru religion
Yo Gotti is willing to help with their beauty needs and buying them designer clothing, as long as they like the brand Tru Religion.
Dats a 5 star chick cause her future so bright
Yo Gotti views both women as successful individuals with bright futures, which makes them high-quality women.
She gotta cool sense of humor And her attitude right
Yo Gotti is interested in women who have a good sense of humor with a positive attitude.
She go to real estate school
The woman is working towards becoming a real estate agent.
She do hair on da side
The woman also works a side job doing hair.
Went to school to practice law
Yo Gotti is interested in a woman who is studying to become a lawyer.
I need her on my side
Yo Gotti is interested in the woman professionally and personally.
Dats a 5 star chick you a fool not to keep her
Yo Gotti believes that both women are high-quality and if someone were to have them, they would be foolish not to keep them.
I'm a show u what to do if I eva get to meet her
Yo Gotti is expressing his interest in meeting and getting to know both women better.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RADRIC DAVIS, MARIO MIMS, RODNEY LADD, ONIKA TANYA MARAJ, KATRINA TAYLOR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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R.I.P. Dynasty!!! You truly will be missed!!!
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Who still here in 2024?!?!❤
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Rest in Peace Jokisha Brown
1980 - 2016
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RIP Jokeisha.... the leading lady in this video...she was found shot to death in her car at an Atlanta shopping mall....Rest easy queen!! #Smh