When William was sixteen years old, he started rapping in late 1991 under the name "Will-1X" after being discovered by Compton rapper and former N.W.A. leader Eazy-E and signed a deal to Eazy's Ruthless Records. will.i.am's first rap song was "Merry Muthafuckin' Xmas" from Eazy-E's 1992 EP 5150: Home 4 tha Sick. Shortly after Eazy-E's death in 1995, Will left Ruthless to start a group that would later be called the Black Eyed Peas with fellow rappers Taboo and apl.de.ap.
After the addition of singer-songwriter Fergie, the group shot into mainstream pop consciousness with a set of hit singles in the mid-00s, popularity that continues to this day. The Black Eyed Peas' producer is Sergio Mendes, an internationally successful Brazilian musician and jazz aficionado. In September 2007, will.i.am took a major step into a solo career identity by joining with his record label, Universal Music Group (UMG), on a pilot scheme to reward certain file-sharing with cash incentives, including will.i.am tracks from his then upcoming release Songs About Girls.
In total, he has released four solo albums: Lost Change (2001), Must B 21 (2003), Songs About Girls (2007), and #willpower (2013). Although often facing mixed critical reviews, he's experienced significant commercial success, including a set of popular singles. His solo performances, featuring collaborations with a wide group of artists including Justin Bieber, Chris Brown, Phife Dawg, Snoop Dogg, and Nicole Scherzinger, are perhaps best summed up in the international top 20 mega-hit "Scream & Shout".
Will.i.am was also recently cast as John Wraith in the film X-Men Origins: Wolverine, a prequel to the X-Men movie series. And if one enjoyed Madagascar 2's chunky hippo, Moto Moto, then one should know that the deep voice belonged will.i.am., who came in after he was ''pimped'' out to the directors by his friend and sometimes collaborator Justin Timberlake.
Before joining the Black Eyed Peas, Will.i.am attended the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in Los Angeles. In 2001, he began designing his own signature clothing line, i.am, which made its official debut in 2005 at the Magic apparel trade show in Las Vegas. In 2007, Will.i.am teamed up with Blue Holdings to design a premium denim collection, i.am Antik, that had its debut on the Project Show in Las Vegas. He has also designed clothing for the Black Eyed Peas.
In January 2008, will.i.am helped write a song, "Yes We Can", in support of the 2008 U.S. presidential campaign of Barack Obama, which in turn became a music video directed by Jesse Dylan. The lyrics of the song are composed almost entirely of excerpts from Obama's speech on January 8, 2008, following the New Hampshire presidential primary election. The video features appearances from numerous celebrities like Scarlett Johansson, Tatyana Ali, John Legend, Herbie Hancock, Kate Walsh, Kareem Abdul Jabbar, Adam Rodriguez, Kelly Hu, Hill Harper, Amber Valletta, Eric Balfour, Aisha Tyler, Nicole Scherzinger, Nick Cannon, Bryan Greenberg, Common and first appeared on the website for Dipdive, and within a week of its appearance racked up three million views, and over four million views on Youtube.
On February 29, 2008, a second video titled "We Are The Ones" was released on Dipdive and YouTube. It included cameo appearances from Jessica Alba, Ryan Phillippe, Kerry Washington, John Leguizamo, Regina King, Tyrese Gibson, Eric Mabius, Tichina Arnold, Adrienne Palicki, comedian George Lopez, and singers Macy Gray, Zoe Kravitz and Black Eyed Peas’ Taboo. The video features everyone chanting "O-BA-MA" as a portrayal as their hopes and wishes for Obama and his presidential campaign.
In 2013, will.i.am released his album "#thatpower".
Dip It Low
will.i.am Lyrics
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For - foreign
How about I dip it and dash
Dip it and dash
When I pull up in a foreign
For - foreign
How about I dip it and dash
Dip it and dash
Dip - dip
How about I dip it and dash
Dip and dash
When I pull up in a porsche
Dip - dip
How about I dip it and dash
Dip it and dash
Now she wanna be baby mama
How about I dip it and dash
Now she wanna be baby mama
How about I dip it and dash
When I pull up in a foreign
Dip - dip
How about I dip it and dash
Dip it and dash
When I pull up in a porsche
Dip - dip
How about I dip it and dash
You better make up your mind if you want me baby girl let me dip in and dash
I ain’t got no time to waist I got ma people on the road they be waiting on the cash
I don’t really care what your girls got to say baby girl they can come and see me
Other mandem they be hating on the side line cah they really tryna be me
Girl just lay on the bed let me come from behind let me dip it and lock it
When I poke it from behind all the neighbours they hear is uuuaah!
Bruum- Bruum now they calling feds they be tripping up as I dash it
Knock Knock on the door
Don’t get shook
Just don’t let them in
When I pull up it’s a 10 toe
They wanna ride on a rainbow
This drip ain’t no rental
They look up to me like a mentor
Like captain Shevchenko
And when I step in I don’t knock on the door
Ayyy boy I kick down doors
Whose that girl is it yours
I don’t wanna lie to the mandem
This life is dungeon
You better hide your girlfriend
When we step in
Cah when I take her to the car
You know it’s a dip it and dash
When I take her to the house
You know it’s a dip it and dash
When I take her to the yard
You know I dip it I dash
Mmmmmmh
You know I dip it and dash
Dip dip dip dip dip and dash
Dip dip dip dip dip and dash
Haaa
When I pull up in a foreign
For - foreign
How about I dip it and dash
Dip it and dash
When I pull up in a foreign
For - foreign
How about I dip it and dash
Dip it and dash
When I pull up in a porsche
Dip - dip
How about I dip it and dash
Dip and dash
When I pull up in a porsche
Dip - dip
How about I dip it and dash
Dip it and dash
Now she wanna be baby mama
How about I dip it and dash
Now she wanna be baby mama
How about I dip it and dash
When I pull up in a foreign
Dip - dip
How about I dip it and dash
Dip it and dash
When I pull up in a porsche
Dip - dip
How about I dip it and dash
The lyrics of Will.I.Am's song "Dip It Low" revolves around the themes of fleeting encounters, fast-paced living, and the thrill of the moment. The repetitive refrain of "How about I dip it and dash" suggests a sense of impulsiveness and a desire to move quickly from one experience to the next. The mention of pulling up in a foreign car or a Porsche adds an element of luxury and status, implying a carefree attitude towards material possessions.
The verses describe a scenario where the singer, portrayed as confident and self-assured, encounters a woman who seems to want a deeper connection or commitment ("Now she wanna be baby mama"). However, the singer is focused on living in the moment and isn't interested in settling down, indicated by the repeated phrase "How about I dip it and dash" in response to the woman's desires.
The lyrics also touch upon themes of jealousy and competition, with references to haters and people trying to imitate the singer's lifestyle. The singer seems unfazed by these external pressures, maintaining a sense of swagger and independence as they navigate their relationships and interactions.
Overall, the song portrays a lifestyle of hedonism, fleeting pleasures, and a determination to keep moving forward without getting bogged down by emotional attachments or societal expectations. The refrain of "dip it and dash" encapsulates this ethos of living in the moment, taking risks, and embracing a fast-paced, exhilarating existence.
Line by Line Meaning
When I pull up in a foreign
Arriving in a luxurious car from out of town
How about I dip it and dash
Quickly leave the situation after a brief encounter
Now she wanna be baby mama
Now she wants to have a child with me
When I pull up in a porsche
Arriving in a fancy Porsche car
You better make up your mind if you want me baby girl let me dip in and dash
Decide if you want a quick fling or a serious relationship
I ain’t got no time to waist I got ma people on the road they be waiting on the cash
I don't have time to waste, my team is waiting for money
I don’t really care what your girls got to say baby girl they can come and see me
I don't care about your friends' opinions, come see me yourself
Other mandem they be hating on the side line cah they really tryna be me
Other guys envy me because they want to be like me
Girl just lay on the bed let me come from behind let me dip it and lock it
Let's be intimate in a physical way
When I poke it from behind all the neighbours they hear is uuuaah!
Noisy intimate moments that others can hear
This drip ain’t no rental
The style and confidence are genuine, not fake
They look up to me like a mentor
People admire and look to me for guidance
Like captain Shevchenko
Comparing oneself to a successful leader
When I pull up it’s a 10 toe
Arriving confidently and making a statement
They wanna ride on a rainbow
Others want to experience the same level of success
I don’t wanna lie to the mandem
I don't want to deceive my friends
You better hide your girlfriend
You should protect your partner from temptation
Ayyy boy I kick down doors
Confidently break through barriers
When I take her to the car...
Engaging in quick encounters and leaving abruptly
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Fanso Maria
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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