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Influenced by his upbringing in the Bronx, Lil Tjay is a melodic rapper who frequently incorporates auto-tune in his songs. He has drawn comparisons to fellow New York rapper A Boogie wit da Hoodie. In an interview with Rolling Stone, he revealed that his biggest musical influences are Drake, Meek Mill, and Usher. In the same interview, Lil Tjay described his music as having a melodic sound when singing or rapping about his past struggles. Lil Tjay also credits his success to his year spent in prison, where he claims that his ability to write songs peaked. In Pitchfork's featured article on Lil Tjay, he is referred to as a "hip-hop heartthrob". Later in the interview, Lil Tjay explained that he is often called the "Bronx Justin Bieber" because of his sampling Justin Bieber's "Baby".
In 2017, Tjay began releasing music on SoundCloud. "Resume", one of his first songs, was released when Tjay was 16 years old, and quickly began spreading online. On March 10, 2018, Tjay competed and placed first at the Coast 2 Coast LIVE NYC All Ages Edition, where his performance gained the attention of a record label A&R who was in attendance to judge the showcase. Soon after, Tjay released the single "Brothers", which became his biggest song at the time and led to him signing with Columbia Records.
Within the first ten months of Lil Tjay's music career, he had released five tracks that recorded over one million plays on SoundCloud. "Brothers", "Resume", "Goat", and "Leaked" each accumulated tens of millions of streams. In July 2018, Lil Tjay worked with producer Cash Money AP to release "None of Your Love", which also amassed tens of millions of plays. Lil Tjay released his debut EP No Comparison at the end of 2018.
In January 2019, Tjay was featured on rapper Polo G's single "Pop Out", which peaked at number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100. In July, he was featured on boy band PRETTYMUCH's "Lying". Later that year, he released an EP titled F.N; the project's lead single, "F.N", peaked at number 56 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became his first solo charting song. Lil Tjay released his debut album True 2 Myself on October 11, 2019. It debuted and peaked at number 5 on the US Billboard 200. In December, he was featured on a remix of 24kGoldn's song "Valentino".
On February 12, 2021, Tjay released his highly anticipated single "Calling My Phone", with American singer 6lack, which was accompanied by a music video directed by Cam Busby. The song debuted at number three on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming the highest-charting single of Tjay's career. Later that year, Tjay released his sophomore album “Destined 2 Win”, which debuted at #5 on the billboard 200 chart.
On June 22, 2022, Lil Tjay was shot seven times during an attempted robbery. “Beat the Odds” was released on August 26, 2022, which peaked at #36 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The music video featured footage of Tjay in the hospital recovering from his gunshot wounds.
Wet Em Up Pt. 2
lil tjay Lyrics
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Yeah, ooh, ooh (no, no)
(Great John on the beat, by the way) (yeah, yeah)
First nigga play, I bet he die (bah)
Bet he get left up in the sky (bah)
Niggas been hatin', wonder why? (Bah)
I been just lettin' bullets fly (bah)
They don't wanna see us, Smiley Drive (bah)
Hear niggas talkin' on the book (bah, bah, bah)
They don't wanna see a homicide (bah, bah, bah)
We gon' wet 'em up, wet 'em up
I don't talk once through the cellular
Been in that field, I'ma do drills
Shit, it ain't 'bout nothin', it's regular
And I been in that timin', don't lighten up
Don't you think about playin', I been gettin' up
I don't drill a nigga (grr)
I said, "Drill a nigga", maybe kill a nigga, bitch
.40 go dumb, I gave my lil' bro a drum, what else?
Nigga, you dumb, caught him, he ain't have his gun
I'm gettin' paper, ain't got time for niggas, that's just what they want
I don't mean swingin' when I say that MAC leave a nigga swung
Look at the body, he red
No cameras on him so he might just beat it
And niggas don't tell on the stand
Hope niggas don't tell on the stand
All these opp niggas really be feds (feds)
Stay on my dick, I know they mad (bah)
Said they been gettin' the Benz
Then gotta have me a plan, tryna get played
Rip the guys, free the guys
If he disrespect then he should die
He ain't gettin' to the money, he a liar
Huh, throw the Gs up in the sky
Huh, put it plain, any who want it
You know they get it, for the gang
Huh, act like you want it, then you can get it
Look, run up the numbers and move like a runnin' back, huh
You know we run up them numbers
So baby, talk money, we into that, huh
You know we run up them numbers
So baby, talk money, we into that
(You know we run up them numbers)
(Baby, talk money, we into that)
Uh, look, we put the whole city on the map
Look, whole city on my back
Two or three hoes with me, couple bros with me
They gon' go for me, that's a fact
Pop out, we on timin', huh, yeah, we on timin'
Ask my opps, man, they gon' lie
Ridin' 'round block with a big ol' nine
We don't get Shiggy, nah
We never get Shiggy
Back out, chops, niggas gettin' busy
Roll up the pack, niggas gettin' splizzy
I ain't with your sis, prolly with your bitty
Ooh, and I get love in my city
Ooh, but ain't no love in my city
Pull up, you catch a slug, on my mama
I gotta wet 'em up, that's a problem
I gotta do it, huh, huh
Run up that bag, know I'm gettin' to it
Ooh, she wanna do it, she wanna fuck to my music
No corona, boy, I'm too sick
I just been coppin' all this new drip
Hol' on, wait, huh, she want Chanel, I just wanna hit
Name ring bells all up on your strip
Toilet gang, nigga, I'm the shit
(Toilet gang, nigga, I'm the shit)
(Uh, Toilet gang, nigga, I'm the-)
First nigga play, I bet he die (bah)
Bet he get left up in the sky (bah)
Niggas been hatin', wonder why? (Bah)
I been just lettin' bullets fly (bah)
Hear niggas talkin' on the book (bah)
They don't wanna see us, Smiley Drive (bah)
Hear niggas talkin' on the book (bah, bah, bah)
They don't wanna see a homicide (bah, bah, bah)
We gon' wet 'em up, wet 'em up
I don't talk once through the cellular
Been in that field, I'ma do drills
Shit, it ain't 'bout nothin', it's regular
And I been in that timin', don't lighten up
Don't you think about playin', I been gettin' up
I don't drill a nigga (grr)
I said, "Drill a nigga", maybe kill a nigga, bitch
The lyrics of Lil Tjay's song "Wet Em Up Pt. 2" depict a violent lifestyle, where he doesn't hesitate to use weapons to neutralize his enemies. The rapper boasts the use of guns as if it is a regular activity in his life, and expresses his willingness to kill someone who disrespects him or his gang. Lil Tjay also talks about being on guard and the need for constant vigilance to ensure his safety and that of his crew. He portrays himself as a tough and fearless leader who is not afraid to go to war if necessary.
The lyrics reveal the artist's pride in his gang and his willingness to fight and kill for them. He talks about how he would not hesitate to pull out his .40 and shoot anyone who poses a threat to him. Lil Tjay warns his enemies not to underestimate him and his gang because they are prepared to defend themselves with lethal force. He also talks about running up the numbers and making money while simultaneously protecting his honor and his crew. The song ultimately glorifies violence and criminal activities, painting a picture of a world where being dangerous is a desirable characteristic.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, turn me up a lil' bit, overall
Increase the volume slightly, overall
First nigga play, I bet he die (bah)
If anyone starts trouble, I bet they'll be killed
Bet he get left up in the sky (bah)
I bet their dead body will be left on the ground or in the sky
Niggas been hatin', wonder why? (Bah)
People have been hating on me, but I don't know why
I been just lettin' bullets fly (bah)
I've been shooting my gun without thinking
Hear niggas talkin' on the book (bah)
I heard people talking about me on social media
They don't wanna see us, Smiley Drive (bah)
They don't want to see me and my gang on Smiley Drive
They don't wanna see a homicide (bah, bah, bah)
They don't want to see anyone get killed
We gon' wet 'em up, wet 'em up
We're going to shoot and kill them
I don't talk once through the cellular
I don't discuss anything over the phone
Been in that field, I'ma do drills
I've been in the streets, practicing and preparing for violence
Shit, it ain't 'bout nothin', it's regular
This kind of violence is nothing new or out of the ordinary
And I been in that timin', don't lighten up
I've been in situations that require quick and decisive action, and I won't hesitate
Don't you think about playin', I been gettin' up
Don't even think about starting trouble with me, because I'll be ready
I said, "Drill a nigga", maybe kill a nigga, bitch
When I say I'm going to shoot someone, I might actually end up killing them
40 go dumb, I gave my lil' bro a drum, what else?
My gun is powerful, and I gave my little brother one too. What else do you need to know?
Nigga, you dumb, caught him, he ain't have his gun
That guy is foolish, we caught him and he didn't have a weapon to defend himself
I don't mean swingin' when I say that MAC leave a nigga swung
When I say my MAC (gun) will leave someone "swung", I don't mean I'll physically hit them, I mean they will be killed
No cameras on him so he might just beat it
There were no surveillance cameras around, so the killer might not get caught
And niggas don't tell on the stand
My gang members won't testify against me in court
Hope niggas don't tell on the stand
I hope my gang members won't testify against me in court
All these opp niggas really be feds (feds)
All these opposing gang members might actually be informants working for law enforcement
Stay on my dick, I know they mad (bah)
They're constantly bothering me, and I know it's because they're mad
Said they been gettin' the Benz
They claim they've been getting luxury cars
Then gotta have me a plan, tryna get played
I need to come up with a plan, because people are trying to take advantage of me
Rip the guys, free the guys
Remember our fallen gang members, and support those who are currently locked up
If he disrespect then he should die
If someone disrespects me or my gang, they should be killed
Huh, throw the Gs up in the sky
Raise your gang sign up high
Huh, put it plain, any who want it
Let's be clear, anyone who wants trouble can get it
Act like you want it, then you can get it
If you act tough, you'll get what's coming to you
Look, run up the numbers and move like a runnin' back, huh
Let's increase our revenue and move quickly and strategically, like a football player
You know we run up them numbers
We're good at making a lot of money
So baby, talk money, we into that, huh
If you want to impress me, let's talk about making more money
Uh, look, we put the whole city on the map
We made our gang and our city well-known and respected
Two or three hoes with me, couple bros with me
I'm hanging out with a few girls and a few of my buddies
They gon' go for me, that's a fact
My friends will always support me, no matter what
Pop out, we on timin', huh, yeah, we on timin'
We will arrive at the scene at exactly the right time
Ask my opps, man, they gon' lie
If you ask my enemies, they'll probably lie about me
Ridin' 'round block with a big ol' nine
I'm driving around with a big gun
We don't get Shiggy, nah
We don't get scared or flustered, no way
Back out, chops, niggas gettin' busy
I took my gun out, and my gang members are getting ready for violence
Roll up the pack, niggas gettin' splizzy
We're smoking weed, and getting high
I ain't with your sis, prolly with your bitty
I'm not with your sister, I'm probably hanging out with some other girl
Ooh, and I get love in my city
People in my city love and respect me
Ooh, but ain't no love in my city
Even though I'm respected, there's still a lot of violence and hatred in my city
Pull up, you catch a slug, on my mama
If you bother me or my gang, you'll get shot, on my mother's life
I gotta wet 'em up, that's a problem
I have to shoot and kill them, and that's a big issue
Run up that bag, know I'm gettin' to it
I'm focusing on making money and achieving success
Ooh, she wanna do it, she wanna fuck to my music
She wants to have sex while listening to my music
No corona, boy, I'm too sick
I'm not afraid of coronavirus, I'm just too good and confident
I just been coppin' all this new drip
I've been buying a lot of new clothes and accessories
Hol' on, wait, huh, she want Chanel, I just wanna hit
Hold on, wait, she wants luxury clothes, but I just want to have sex with her
Name ring bells all up on your strip
People know and recognize my name on your street
Toilet gang, nigga, I'm the shit
I'm part of a gang called Toilet, and I'm the leader or most important member
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jonathan Scott, Karel Jorge, Michael Williams, Tegan Chambers, Tione Merritt
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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So is Sheff G
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Julian Aparicio not so much sheff
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U right
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Del Don 😎
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They all underrated imo
@noahruboneka156
lil tjay vocals on a drill beat is legendary
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😳
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No it’s not
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He shot now