KSI registered his main YouTube account in 2009 and built a following posting gaming-commentary videos of the FIFA video game series. As his fan base has grown, his YouTube content has diversified to include vlog and comedy style videos. As of March 2021, he has over 34 million subscribers and over 8 billion video views across his two YouTube channels.
KSI's 2020 debut studio album, Dissimulation, debuted at number 2 on the UK Albums Chart. He has achieved eleven top 40 singles on the UK Singles Chart, six of them ending up in the Top 10 and four of them ending up in the Top 5. KSI featured in the British comedy film Laid in America (2016), and was the subject of KSI: Can't Lose (2018), a documentary film following the build-up to his first amateur boxing fight against British YouTuber Joe Weller. He was involved in two further boxing events against American YouTuber Logan Paul, the second of which was a professional bout.
2015–2016: Early releases
Having written and produced comedy–rap songs for his YouTube channel in 2011, KSI released his debut single, "Lamborghini", featuring British grime MC P Money, on 23 March 2015, with Dcypha Productions. The song charted at number 30 on the UK Singles Chart.
"Keep Up", the title song for KSI's debut extended play of the same name, featuring Jme, was released on 13 November 2015, reaching number 45 on the UK Singles Chart.The full EP was released on 8 January 2016, through Island Records, debuting at number 13 on the UK Albums Chart and number one on the UK R&B Albums Chart.
On 29 April 2016, KSI released "Goes Off", featuring Mista Silva, as the first single from his second EP titled Jump Around. The EP's second single, "Friends with Benefits", featuring MNDM, was released on 29 July 2016, reaching number 69 on the UK Singles Chart.[56] The full EP was released on 28 October 2016 through Island Records. One of the EP's songs, "Touch Down", featuring rapper and singer Stefflon Don, appeared on the soundtrack of the 2017 film Baywatch.
2017–2019: Independent releases
KSI performing in 2019 on his New Age tour
On 23 June 2017, KSI independently released "Creature", which reached number 100 on the UK Singles Chart. "Creature" was the first single from KSI's third EP, Space, which was released independently on 30 June 2017. On 6 October that year, KSI released his fourth EP, Disstracktions, which includes diss tracks against fellow Sidemen members W2S and Behzinga. The EP reached number 31 on the UK Albums Chart and number one on the UK R&B Albums Chart. One week before its release, KSI announced that the EP would be his "final release" with Island Records and that he would be releasing music independently.
On 2 February 2018, KSI released "Uncontrollable", featuring Big Zuu. The song played during KSI's ring walk for his boxing fight against Joe Weller and charted at number 89 on the UK Singles Chart. KSI released "On Point" on 17 August 2018, which was played during his ring walk for his second boxing bout.
On 12 April 2019, KSI released a collaborative album with Randolph titled New Age. It debuted at number 17 on the UK Albums Chart and at number one on the UK R&B Albums Chart.
2019–2020: New record label signing and Dissimulation
On 4 November 2019, it was announced that KSI had signed with RBC Records and BMG to "take [his] music to the next level" and "further develop his music career in the US and internationally". In addition to managing KSI's future releases, it was confirmed that the label would be administering and reissuing KSI's independent catalogue recordings. That day, it was confirmed that KSI had already started recording his debut studio album. On 8 November 2019, "Down Like That", featuring Rick Ross, Lil Baby and S-X, was released as the album's lead single. It was performed live by the three featured artists as KSI's entrance music for his boxing rematch against Logan Paul. The song peaked at number 10 on the UK Singles Chart and it has been certified silver by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) for sales of 200,000 units in the country. A further three singles preceded the album: "Wake Up Call", featuring Trippie Redd, which debuted at number 11 on the UK Singles Chart; "Poppin", featuring Lil Pump and Smokepurpp, which charted at number 43 in the UK; and "Houdini", featuring Swarmz and Tion Wayne, which debuted at number six on the UK Singles Chart and received a silver certification from the BPI.
KSI's debut studio album, titled Dissimulation, was released on 22 May 2020. The album debuted at number two on the UK Albums Chart and further charted in 15 other countries. It was the UK's best-selling debut album by a British artist in 2020 and it has been certified silver by the BPI for sales of 60,000 units in the country. The album spawned two further UK top 40 singles, "Cap", featuring Offset, and "Killa Killa", featuring Aiyana-Lee. KSI was scheduled to perform at Parklife, Longitude and Reading and Leeds music festivals in 2020 to promote Dissimulation, but these were later cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
KSI featured on "Lighter" by British DJ and record producer Nathan Dawe. The song peaked at number three on the UK Singles Chart and became one of the UK's best-selling songs of 2020. It has been certified platinum by the BPI for sales of 600,000 units in the UK and it was nominated for Best British Single at the 2021 BRIT Awards. KSI also featured on "Loose" by Zimbabwean-British artist S1mba, which peaked at number 14 on the UK Singles Chart.
2020–present: Second studio album and The Online Takeover
On 23 October 2020, KSI released the first single for his second studio album, "Really Love", featuring Craig David and Digital Farm Animals, which peaked at number three on the UK Singles Chart and has been certified silver by the BPI.
On 15 January 2021, KSI featured on "Don't Play" by Anne-Marie and Digital Farm Animals. The song debuted at number two on the UK Singles Chart, becoming KSI's highest-charting single in the UK to date, and was also certified silver by the BPI.
On 16 February 2021, KSI announced on Twitter the creation of his own record label named "The Online Takeover" in partnership with his music manager Mams Taylor. Shortly after, he announced the first signee of his label, which was American-British singer "Aiyana-Lee", who featured on the track "Killa Killa" on KSI's debut album "Dissimulation".
On 12 March 2021, KSI released the album's second single, "Patience", featuring YUNGBLUD and Polo G, which debuted at number 3 on the UK Singles Chart.
Pull Up
ksi Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Drip and sip
Bill up, bill up, bill up
Pull up, pull up in the gold, I'm leadin'
All them other man need feedin'
I don't wanna go Bombay
Dem man don't know what I do when I go from bealing
Step out with the phone and dab
Bust up on man with a duster
Put 'em on the drip and sip blockbuster
Win, win, win, that's the only M.O
Ring ring ring, I reply with N-O
Call me Leno, had it hot, ha
Switch up the ting as I hit bellow
Switch up the ting as I drink mellow
Switch up the ting in my black and yellow, so fresh, clean
Saw the ting and she pop like hello
Drink from the bottle, I'm making a puddle
Call up the server to clean up the bubbles
She want a sip of the glorious
Like I'm the Warriors
She want a taste of the double
Holy moly, that's a holy Rollie
Drippin', drippin'
Icy skippin'
Showin', dippin'
Like 'em curvy
Fucking early
Curb the callin'
Why's she falling? So annoying
(Oh my God)
Give up the feeling of not feeling cold
Switch up on man if he now wanna flinch
Pussyhole, you're tryna save life with the clinch
Fresh on the net, I'm OP with the bait
118, 118, no debate
Letting them know I can never be late
CEO, bitch
Pull up, pull up in the gold, I'm leadin'
All them other man need feedin'
I don't wanna go Bombay
Dem man don't know what I do when I go from bealin'
Leadin' the pack in black and I'm out with a bag
Step out with the phone and dab
Brush up on man with a duster
Put 'em on the drip and sip blockbuster
Trust, pull up, pull up, silent, can't pree me
I'm a Nike man, ACG me
I'm alright, fam, don't want freebies
SJW's can't PC me
Lyrics trouble you? Yeah man, me three
That's why manna write bars fam, easy
Don't like what I say? SMD please
Didn't do nothing last time, man, CA
Pull up, pull up outside and meet me
About drugs, what? Boots or GP?
About plug, what? AC/DC?
About tug, what? Ropes in PE?
About slugs, what? Garden, green leaf?
Chat 'bout guns, you wish fam, genie
Piss yourself every time man see me
Soon as I say "Bonjour", fam, "Oui oui"
Pull up, pull up them stats and see please
On road, online and TV
Durag, cane row or big greasy
Afro like Risky Roadz DVD
You're a Game Boy Color, I'm PC
You can take part but you can't compete, see
'Cause man's foundation, you can't beat me
Better luck next time, GG
Pull up, pull up, vinyl or CD
Either one, fam, bust that wheelie
At your door like SKY or BT
Shake man up, get grimy and greezy
Road runner, dun told man, meep meep
RT1 not a dino GT
One wheel up to the sky like ET
Jake 100 stylie, you see me
Pull up, pull up in the gold, I'm leadin'
All them other man need feedin'
I don't wanna go Bombay
Dem man don't know what I do when I go from bealin'
Leadin' the pack in black and I'm out with a bag
Step out with the phone and dab
Brush up on man with a duster
Put 'em on the drip and sip blockbuster
Crown for the teeth
Royalty when I'm speakin' the beef
I'm a G when it comes to the guap
I get M's when I play
I get M's when I stop
I get blem when I trade the devil for that lettuce
Watch me grow like I'm Madison Pettis
Styrofoam, a ten piece
Then I get the bag that I popped from last week
I gun lean on that runway
2-18 on that one way
Feeling like Hamilton, F1
The key on the ball when they're needing me
They never play me before, now they feeling me
Diamonds, I know she adore when I'm dealing them
I'm rolling heavy
Don't try to press
Make you ugly like Betty
Bitch
The song 'Pull Up' by KSI is a hip-hop track in which KSI portrays himself as a wealthy rap star who does not want to associate himself with the usual lifestyle of rappers. KSI brags about his wealth and fame in the first verse by saying he is "Leadin' the pack in black and I'm out with a bag" and "Win, win, win, that's the only M.O." KSI also suggests he's surrounded by people who enjoy the finer things in life, such as sipping cocktails and dressing in designer clothing. KSI also uses some street language such as "Pussyhole, you're tryna save life with the clinch" to assert his dominance over those who dare to challenge him. In the second verse, KSI displays his skills as a rapper by attacking his critics and those who try to bring him down without any legitimate reason.
Overall, the lyrics of 'Pull Up' portray KSI as a successful and powerful rapper who has worked hard to earn his fame and wealth. The repetitive "Drip and sip" "Bill up, bill up, bill up" lines emphasize the luxurious lifestyle KSI enjoys, while his use of street language gives the impression that he is not someone to be messed with.
Line by Line Meaning
Drip and sip
Enjoying luxury and indulging in expensive things
Bill up, bill up, bill up
Increasing wealth and financial success
Pull up, pull up in the gold, I'm leadin'
Arriving in style and being the center of attention
All them other man need feedin'
Other individuals are dependent on me for guidance and direction
I don't wanna go Bombay
I have no interest in conforming to societal norms
Dem man don't know what I do when I go from bealing'
Others are unaware of my true abilities and accomplishments
Leadin' the pack in black and I'm out with a bag
Being at the forefront and succeeding in my endeavors, with material wealth
Step out with the phone and dab
Showcasing my confidence and success to others
Bust up on man with a duster
Surprising and dominating others with my skills and tactics
Put 'em on the drip and sip blockbuster
Making others envy my lavish lifestyle and success
Win, win, win, that's the only M.O
Striving for continuous victories and success in everything I do
Ring ring ring, I reply with N-O
Rejecting unnecessary distractions and focusing on my goals
Call me Leno, had it hot, ha
Referring to my own success and confidence, similar to a popular TV personality
Switch up the ting as I hit bellow
Changing my approach and adapting to different situations
Switch up the ting as I drink mellow
Adjusting my behavior to be calm and relaxed
Switch up the ting in my black and yellow, so fresh, clean
Changing my style and appearance to be fashionable and attractive
Saw the ting and she pop like hello
Encountering someone attractive and captivating
Drink from the bottle, I'm making a puddle
Indulging in excessive consumption and showcasing my wealth
Call up the server to clean up the bubbles
Requesting assistance to handle the aftermath of my extravagant lifestyle
She want a sip of the glorious
Others desire to be a part of my luxurious lifestyle
Like I'm the Warriors
Being seen as the epitome of success, comparing myself to a successful sports team
She want a taste of the double
Others desire to experience the same level of financial success and wealth
Holy moly, that's a holy Rollie
Impressing others with expensive and valuable possessions
Drippin', drippin'
Exuding style and luxury
Icy skippin'
Displaying confidence and grace
Showin', dippin'
Demonstrating my superior skills and talents
Like 'em curvy
Appreciating and being attracted to curvaceous individuals
Fucking early
Being sexually active at an early time
Curb the callin'
Ignoring and rejecting the advances and attention from others
Why's she falling? So annoying
Expressing annoyance and frustration with others' infatuation
Give up the feeling of not feeling cold
Letting go of emotions and becoming fearless
Switch up on man if he now wanna flinch
Reacting assertively if someone shows signs of weakness or hesitation
Pussyhole, you're tryna save life with the clinch
Mocking others who try to exert control or authority over me
Fresh on the net, I'm OP with the bait
Being skillful and successful in online platforms and attracting attention
118, 118, no debate
Being at the forefront and undisputed in my field
Letting them know I can never be late
Asserting my punctuality and reliability
CEO, bitch
Referring to myself as a powerful and influential figure
Trust, pull up, pull up, silent, can't pree me
Being confident and elusive, making it difficult for others to understand or observe me
I'm a Nike man, ACG me
Representing the Nike brand and embracing its style and image
I'm alright, fam, don't want freebies
Declining offers of charity or free things, as I am self-sufficient
SJW's can't PC me
Being resistant to political correctness and societal pressure
Lyrics trouble you? Yeah man, me three
Others may find my lyrics offensive or provocative, but I embrace controversy
That's why manna write bars fam, easy
Expressing my ability to effortlessly create compelling and impactful lyrics
Don't like what I say? SMD please
Dismissing criticism and negative opinions about my words
Didn't do nothing last time, man, CA
Not being affected by previous failures or setbacks
Pull up, pull up outside and meet me
Inviting others to witness my success and engage with me
About drugs, what? Boots or GP?
Mocking others by comparing their drug use to common medication
About plug, what? AC/DC?
Belittling others by comparing their connections to a popular rock band
About tug, what? Ropes in PE?
Diminishing others' strength or physical abilities by comparing them to sports equipment
About slugs, what? Garden, green leaf?
Dismissing discussions of violence by comparing them to harmless garden creatures
Chat 'bout guns, you wish fam, genie
Mocking others who boast about possessing firearms, implying their desires are unrealistic
Piss yourself every time man see me
Instilling fear and intimidation in others
Soon as I say 'Bonjour', fam, 'Oui oui'
Being associated with sophistication and international culture
Pull up, pull up them stats and see please
Requesting others to acknowledge and verify my accomplishments and success
On road, online and TV
Being recognized and influential across different platforms and mediums
Durag, cane row or big greasy
Displaying different hairstyles that are associated with black culture
Afro like Risky Roadz DVD
Referencing a popular DVD series and associating my hairstyle with urban culture
You're a Game Boy Color, I'm PC
Comparing myself to a more advanced and superior gaming system, implying my superiority
You can take part but you can't compete, see
Allowing others to be involved but emphasizing my dominant position
'Cause man's foundation, you can't beat me
Asserting my own accomplishments and capabilities, making me unbeatable
Better luck next time, GG
Encouraging others to try again but acknowledging that they won't achieve the same level of success
Pull up, pull up, vinyl or CD
Displaying versatility and success in various music formats
Either one, fam, bust that wheelie
Being proficient and capable in any situation or format
At your door like SKY or BT
Being present and influential, similar to popular television companies
Shake man up, get grimy and greezy
Intimidating and overpowering others, displaying aggression and dominance
Road runner, dun told man, meep meep
Being quick and efficient, leaving others behind in my wake
RT1 not a dino GT
Referring to my own preferences and rejecting outdated or inferior options
One wheel up to the sky like ET
Performing impressive and daring stunts or maneuvers
Jake 100 stylie, you see me
Displaying a confident and swaggering demeanor, being noticed and acknowledged
Crown for the teeth
Symbolizing my wealth and success through luxurious dental accessories
Royalty when I'm speakin' the beef
Asserting my dominance and authority in confrontations or conflicts
I'm a G when it comes to the guap
Being skilled and successful in acquiring money and financial success
I get M's when I play
Earning significant amounts of money or recognition through my talents
I get M's when I stop
Continuing to accumulate wealth even when I am not actively pursuing it
I get blem when I trade the devil for that lettuce
Gaining significant rewards and benefits when I make positive choices and prioritize my well-being
Watch me grow like I'm Madison Pettis
Demonstrating my constant improvement and success, comparing myself to a successful actress
Styrofoam, a ten piece
Displaying my wealth and ability to indulge in expensive and luxurious items
Then I get the bag that I popped from last week
Earning a significant amount of money and acquiring possessions from previous successful endeavors
I gun lean on that runway
Showing off my confident and stylish walk or presence
2-18 on that one way
Displaying my success and capabilities in a specific direction or path
Feeling like Hamilton, F1
Comparing myself to a successful racing driver and feeling a similar level of accomplishment
The key on the ball when they're needing me
Being an essential and valuable asset in any situation or endeavor
They never play me before, now they feeling me
Others recognizing and acknowledging my talent and abilities after previously ignoring or underestimating me
Diamonds, I know she adore when I'm dealing them
Attracting attention and admiration from others when I am handling valuable and precious items
I'm rolling heavy
Displaying my wealth and success through my luxurious lifestyle
Don't try to press
Advising others not to challenge or provoke me
Make you ugly like Betty
Having the ability to negatively impact or harm others if they cross me
Bitch
Asserting dominance and power over others, emphasizing my superiority
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Sentric Music
Written by: Jamie Adenuga, Olajide Olatunji, Richard Isong, Samuel Awuku
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@J-roll1
People saying KSI needs to collab with all these popular artists but we really need another JME collab, he's insane
@Charliooo
Facts
@lukegzero98
Keep up pull up ...shut up
@souls5180
👃
@ez-qz3lq
@@lukegzero98 Lukegzero.....shut up
@lukegzero98
@@ez-qz3lq tell my man shut up
@imnotafraidofu1
JME is underrated. This man is an insane lyricist.
@Triplexxx9081
Facts
@bankerpiggy4721
Indeed good sir.
@kari5423
Fax