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 cityโs underground rap scene before going on to become national superstars. Next up to bat is Yo Gotti, M-Townโs 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 Southโs 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. โBeing from the hood things like hustling will come your way,โ says Yo Gotti. โEverybody in my family hustled in some kinda way.โ 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 Gottiโs 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 cityโs 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 magazineโs 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. โIt sold about 40 or 50,000, with no promotions or video,โ says Yo Gotti. โThat record did what it did on its own.โ But as the old saying goes when one door is closed another opened. Gottiโs 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 didnโt do the type of big number heโd hope for youโd 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.
โThe 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. Thatโs why I call my record Back 2 Da Basics.โ
Produced by DJ Thoomp, Mannie Fresh, Carlos Brody and newcomers Street Tunes, Back 2 Da Basics offers fans a gritty, insiderโs view into the real streets of Memphis as seen through the eyes of Yo Gotti. Nowhere is this viewpoint more intense than on โFull Time,โ the amped up lead single โand featured in the MTV Filmsโ Hustle & Flow movie - with a thunderous bass and intoxicating beat that espouses Gottiโs formula to success โhustle full time.
โA lotta cats wanna be a rapper or a street hustler but they donโt wanna put in the time that it takes,โ says Yo Gotti. โThey want the money and the cars and the girls, but they donโt wanna work hard for it. But to be successful at anything you gotta grind for it.โ On the song โMama We Gone Be Alright,โ 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. โMama We Gone Be Alrightโ along with the gripping tune โMy Storyโ emerges as two of the most interesting songs on Back 2 Da Basics. These three titles along with club banging songs like โShortyโ featuring Baby make Back 2 Da Basics one of the best albums of the year.
I Love Ya
Yo Gotti Lyrics
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I love you baby, I love you baby
I got a couple promise on it
A couple more to show I want it, yeah
I want it in the worst way, yeah
You can see I'm really thirsty, yeah
I wanna taste your holy water, yeah
Come hang about, come please my order, yeah
If it ain't good for me, yeah
How did you do this, you're professional
How did you do this, to get the way you wanna go
How did you do this, a nigga already know
A nigga already know, got them bands I need ten more
Get it, head to the church with a help I've been off you
Father please forgive me for all this flossing
Gotta have you baby, don't care what it's cost you
Fucking with some shit, I'ma prolly get lost, yeah
You a certified first class freak
And I love ya
You got everything a real nigga need, yeah
And I love ya
You'll be fucking after two or three drinks
And I love ya
You a bad girl just what I need
And I love ya, I love ya, I love ya
Hey Tank look, she got a tread bands full of dollas
A strip club full of models
And real niggas in the building
Bitch I'm looking like a million
Pop the pussy for a real nigga
Motherfucker I don't catch feelings
New crib, new car, new bed, new whip, new swag, new shit
Big ass, true shit, walked in, threw shit
Beat the pussy up, whose shit is it?
And I like it, may wife it
One night it, who knows, it's just me, and her fam
Three bitches, two does
You a certified first class freak
And I love ya
You got everything a real nigga need, yeah
And I love ya
You'll be fucking after two or three drinks
And I love ya
You a bad girl just what I need
And I love ya, I love ya, I love ya
I'm really catching feelings for you, yeah
I'm really catching feelings for you, yeah
The way you put it on me, yeah
It's like I'm stuck wanna know me, yeah
Don't know what them other niggas tippin'
Or I'ma prolly get to drippin', yeah
Wanna cuff you like a wifey
'Cause I think you really like me
How did you do this, you're professional
How did you do this, to get the way you wanna go
How did you do this, a nigga already know
A nigga already know, got them bands I need ten more
Get it, head to the church with a help I've been off you
Father please forgive me for all this flossing
Gotta have you baby, don't care what it's cost you
Fucking with some shit, I'ma prolly get lost, yeah
You a certified first class freak
And I love ya
You got everything a real nigga need, yeah
And I love ya
You'll be fucking after two or three drinks
And I love ya
You a bad girl just what I need
And I love ya, I love ya, I love ya
Sickly than the Clorox
Body shining like the sun
Everything than a nigga want
That a nigga need
How she do me like no other girl can do
Don't know, like no other way I'm fucking you
I know, when I'm in the jam you the one that I be calling
Straight wailing when we having sex
I ain't tryina flex, wear my chain when you be on top
You be riding
You a certified first class freak
And I love ya
You got everything a real nigga need, yeah
And I love ya
You'll be fucking after two or three drinks
And I love ya
You a bad girl just what I need
And I love ya, I love ya, I love ya
The lyrics of Yo Gotti's song "I Love Ya" revolve around the intense desire and attraction the singer feels towards a woman. The repetition of the phrase "I love you baby" emphasizes the intensity of his feelings. He expresses a strong longing to be with her, describing himself as thirsty for her affection and wanting to taste her "holy water," which metaphorically represents her allure and sexual appeal. He also acknowledges that he is willing to make promises and do whatever it takes to have her, regardless of the costs.
The second verse delves into the singer's curiosity about how the woman has such a powerful effect on him. He states that he is already aware of her irresistibility and acknowledges the financial resources he is willing to invest in having her. The mention of going to church with her and asking for forgiveness suggests he may feel guilty about his materialistic and indulgent lifestyle. Despite this, he still desires her and claims that she has all the qualities he looks for in a partner.
The chorus reinforces the singer's admiration and attraction towards the woman, describing her as a "certified first class freak." The lyrics suggest that she embodies qualities that he finds desirable in a partner, and the singer concludes by professing his love for her repeatedly.
Line by Line Meaning
I love you baby, I love you baby
I have strong feelings for you and care deeply about you.
I got a couple promise on it
I have made a few promises to you.
A couple more to show I want it, yeah
I have even more promises to fulfill to prove my desire for you.
I want it in the worst way, yeah
I have a strong craving for you.
You can see I'm really thirsty, yeah
You can tell I am extremely eager for your affection.
I wanna taste your holy water, yeah
I desire to experience your divine love.
Come hang about, come please my order, yeah
Spend time with me and fulfill my wishes.
Just gimme what I need, yeah, yeah
Provide me with what I require.
If it ain't good for me, yeah
If it is not beneficial for me.
How did you do this, you're professional
I am impressed by your skills in achieving what you desire.
How did you do this, to get the way you wanna go
I am curious about the methods you employed to achieve your goals.
How did you do this, a nigga already know
I already know how you managed to accomplish this.
A nigga already know, got them bands I need ten more
I am aware and possess the necessary resources.
Get it, head to the church with a help I've been off you
I will go to extreme measures, including seeking help from a higher power, without you.
Father please forgive me for all this flossing
I ask for forgiveness for showing off and flaunting my wealth.
Gotta have you baby, don't care what it's cost you
I need to be with you, regardless of the consequences.
Fuckin' with some shit, I'ma prolly get lost, yeah
Engaging in risky behavior, I may end up losing myself.
You a certified first class freak
You are exceptionally skilled and talented.
And I love ya
And I deeply care about you.
You got everything a real nigga need, yeah
You possess all the qualities a genuine person desires.
You'll be fuckin' after two or three drinks
You tend to engage in sexual activities after consuming a few drinks.
You a bad girl just what I need
You are a wild and exciting woman, exactly what I desire.
Hey Tank look, she got a tread bands full of dollars
Hey, Tank, look at her, she has stacks of money in the strip club.
A strip club full of models
The strip club is filled with attractive women.
And real niggas in the building
And genuinely authentic individuals are present.
Bitch I'm looking like a million
I appear extremely wealthy and successful.
Pop the pussy for a real nigga
Engage in sexual activities with a genuine and trustworthy man.
Motherfucker I don't catch feelings
I do not develop emotional attachments.
New crib, new car, new bed, new whip, new swag, new shit
I have acquired various new possessions and adopted a new style.
Big ass, true shit, walked in, threw shit
Confident in my abilities and intentions, I enter and make an impact.
Beat the pussy up, whose shit is it?
Engage in passionate and intense sexual activities.
And I like it, may wife it
I enjoy it and may consider making you my wife.
One night it, who knows, it's just me, and her fam
Perhaps it will only be a one-night affair, as it is just me and her family.
Three bitches, two does
There are three women and two individuals accompanying them.
I'm really catching feelings for you, yeah
I am developing strong emotions for you.
The way you put it on me, yeah
The way you seduce and entice me.
It's like I'm stuck wanna know me, yeah
I feel captivated and desire to truly understand me.
Don't know what them other niggas tippin'
I am not aware of what other men are offering you.
Or I'ma prolly get to drippin', yeah
Otherwise, I may become upset and start behaving recklessly.
Wanna cuff you like a wifey
I want to commit to you like a husband does to his wife.
'Cause I think you really like me
Because I believe you genuinely have feelings for me.
Sickly than the Clorox
More intoxicating than bleach
Body shining like the sun
Your body is radiant like the sun
Everything than a nigga want
You possess everything that I desire
That a nigga need
That fulfills my needs
How she do me like no other girl can do
How you satisfy me in a way that no other girl can
Don't know, like no other way I'm fucking you
I don't understand it, but I enjoy having sex with you
I know, when I'm in the jam you the one that I be calling
I know that when I'm in a difficult situation, you're the one I turn to
Straight wailing when we having sex
I am extremely satisfied and vocal during our sexual encounters
I ain't tryina flex, wear my chain when you be on top
I'm not trying to show off, but I trust you enough to wear my expensive jewelry
You be riding
You take control and dominate
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Johnnie V. Newt, Brandon Hodge, Durrell Babbs, Mario Sentell Giden
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In case your interested in Da Lyrics๐๐พ I love you baby, I love you baby
I love you baby, I love you baby
I got a couple promise on it
A couple more to show I want it, yeah
I want it in the worst way, yeah
You can see I'm really thirsty, yeah
I wanna taste your holy water, yeah
Come hang about, come please my order, yeah
Just gimme what I need, yeah, yeah
If it ain't good for me, yeah
How did you do this, you're professional
How did you do this, to get the way you wanna go
How did you do this, a nigga already know
A nigga already know, got them bands I need ten more
Get it, head to the church with a help I've been off you
Father please forgive me for all this flossing
Gotta have you baby, don't care what it's cost you
Fucking with some shit, I'ma prolly get lost, yeah
You a certified first class freak
And I love ya
You got everything a real nigga need, yeah
And I love ya
You'll be fucking after two or three drinks
And I love ya
You a bad girl just what I need
And I love ya, I love ya, I love ya
Hey Tank look, she got a tread bands full of dollas
A strip club full of models
And real niggas in the building
Bitch I'm looking like a million
Pop the pussy for a real nigga
Motherfucker I don't catch feelings
New crib, new car, new bed, new whip, new swag, new shit
Big ass, true shit, walked in, threw shit
Beat the pussy up, whose shit is it?
And I like it, may wife it
One night it, who knows, it's just me, and her fam
Three bitches, two does
You a certified first class freak
And I love ya
You got everything a real nigga need, yeah
And I love ya
You'll be fucking after two or three drinks
And I love ya
You a bad girl just what I need
And I love ya, I love ya, I love ya
I'm really catching feelings for you, yeah
I'm really catching feelings for you, yeah
The way you put it on me, yeah
It's like I'm stuck wanna know me, yeah
Don't know what them other niggas tippin'
Or I'ma prolly get to drippin', yeah
Wanna cuff you like a wifey
'Cause I think you really like me
How did you do this, you're professional
How did you do this, to get the way you wanna go
How did you do this, a nigga already know
A nigga already know, got them bands I need ten more
Get it, head to the church with a help I've been off you
Father please forgive me for all this flossing
Gotta have you baby, don't care what it's cost you
Fucking with some shit, I'ma prolly get lost, yeah
You a certified first class freak
And I love ya
You got everything a real nigga need, yeah
And I love ya
You'll be fucking after two or three drinks
And I love ya
You a bad girl just what I need
And I love ya, I love ya, I love ya
Sickly than the Clorox
Body shining like the sun
Everything than a nigga want
That a nigga need
How she do me like no other girl can do
Don't know, like no other way I'm fucking you
I know, when I'm in the jam you the one that I be calling
Straight wailing when we having sex
I ain't tryina flex, wear my chain when you be on top
You be riding
You a certified first class freak
And I love ya
You got everything a real nigga need, yeah
And I love ya
You'll be fucking after two or three drinks
And I love ya
You a bad girl just what I need
And I love ya, I love ya, I love ya
Shanese Williams
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Timothy Pinckney
Yeah me took
queen V
Ikr same
Jerome Productions
yup
Malyse Lindsey
I mean is this man gonna continue to be underrated forever? Lol like wtf is going onnnnn. His voice and ALL of his songs has BEEN fire from the jump smh ๐๐พ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ.
Brian B
Malyse Lindsey This whole album is sooo underrated! As pure as it gets.
Sherita Starks
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Mrs.Dtaylor
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Mrs.Dtaylor
Malyse Lindsey lol
Tamara
I agree