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".
Let Me Love You
will.i.am Lyrics
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Hey, hey, hey, (I'm tired of arguing girl)
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey (I'm tired of arguing girl)
My love, uh huh, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love
My love
I love the way you're standing
Lips look so sweet, like cotton candy (my love)
That don't mean you gotta stop dancing
'Cause the way that you move is so demanding (my love)
Let's put it on cruise control
Let me take you to the crib, let me ease your soul (my love)
I'm gonna take it really nice and slow
But first let me, let me, let me talk to her
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love
My love
Walk into my great place, cozy
I'm glad you came, let's make a toast (my love)
Let me make an indecent proposal
Let me take you to the back and do what we're suppose to (my love)
Let's take a trip to Dubai
You can be the investigator, I'm your private I (my love)
You know I want a piece of that pie
But first let me, let me, let me talk to her
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
My love, hey, my love, hey
Ain't another woman that can take your spot my-
If I wrote you a symphony,
Just to say how much you mean to me (what would you do?)
If I told you you were beautiful
Would you date me on the regular (tell me, would you?)
Well, baby I've been around the world
But I ain't seen myself another girl (like you)
This ring here represents my heart
But there's just one thing I need from you (say "I do")
Because
I can see us holding hands
Walking on the beach, our toes in the sand
I can see us on the countryside
Sitting on the grass, laying side by side
You could be my baby, let me make you my lady
Girl, you amaze me
Ain't gotta do nothing crazy
See, all I want you to do is be my love
(So don't give away) my love
(So don't give away) my love
(So don't give away) ain't another woman that can take your spot, my love
(So don't give away) my love
(So don't give away) my love
(So don't give away) ain't another woman that can take your spot, my love
No
My love
My love
Now, if I wrote you a love note
And made you smile with every word I wrote (what would you do?)
Would that make you want to change your scene
And wanna be the one on my team (tell me, would you?)
See, what's the point of waiting anymore?
Cause girl I've never been more sure (that baby, it's you)
This ring here represents my heart
And everything that you've been waiting for (just say "I do")
Yeah, because
I can see us holding hands
Walking on the beach, our toes in the sand
I can see us on the countryside
Sitting on the grass, laying side by side
You could be my baby, let me make you my lady
Girl, you amaze me
Ain't gotta do nothing crazy
See, all I want you to do is be my love
(So don't give away) my love
(So don't give away) my love
(So don't give away) ain't another woman that can take your spot, my love
(So don't give away) my love
(So don't give away) my love
(So don't give away) ain't another woman that can take your spot, my love
No
My love (alright it's time to get it JT)
My love (I don't know what she hesitatin' for man)
Shorty, cool as a fan
On the move once again
But she still has fans from Peru to Japan
Listen baby, I don't wanna ruin your plan
But if you got a man, try to lose him if you can
Cause your girls worldwide throw they hands up high
When they wanna come kick it wit a stand up guy
Trust me, you don't really wanna let the chance go by
Cause you ain't been seen wit a man so fly
Baby France so fly, I can go fly
Private, cause I handle mine
B.I. they call me candle guy(why?) simply 'cause I am on fire
I hate to have to cancel my vacation so you can't deny
I'm patient, but I ain't gonna try
You don't come, I ain't gonna die
Hold up, what you mean, you can't go why?
Me and you boyfriend we ain't no tie
You say you wanna kick it when I ain't so high
Well, baby it's obvious that I ain't your guy
I ain't gon' lie, I feel your space
But forget your face, I swear I will
St. Bart, St. Bulla anywhere I chill
Just bring wit me a pair, I will
I can see us holding hands
Walking on the beach, our toes in the sand
I can see us on the countryside
Sitting on the grass, laying side by side
You could be my baby, let me make you my lady
Girl, you amaze me
Ain't gotta do nothing crazy
See, all I want you to do is be my love
(Love) my love
(Love) my love
(Love) ain't another woman that can take your spot, my love
(Love) my love
(Love) my love
(Love) ain't another woman that can take your spot, my love
No
My love
My love
The lyrics of will.i.am's song "Let Me Love You" depict a person who is tired of arguing with their partner and wants to express their love and desire in a romantic and intimate way. The repetition of "hey" and "my love" throughout the song emphasizes the singer's longing for a deeper connection and understanding with their partner. The song also highlights the singer's admiration for their partner's physical appearance and their presence in their life.
The first verse suggests that the singer finds their partner's lips as sweet as cotton candy and appreciates the way they move. They want to take their relationship to a more intimate level and offer a safe space for their partner to relax and find solace. The second verse continues with the idea of intimacy, proposing a trip to Dubai and using metaphorical language to express their desire.
Towards the end of the song, there is a shift in perspective, with Justin Timberlake (credited as JT) appearing as a featured artist. Timberlake adds his verses, expressing his own longing for a woman who is hesitant to leave her current relationship and take a chance on him. He tries to convince her that he is worth her time and attention.
Overall, "Let Me Love You" is a plea for love and connection, with the singers desiring a deeper emotional and physical bond with their partners.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
I'm tired of arguing girl
My love, uh huh, my love, hey
I love you and I want to be with you
I love the way you're standing
I admire your confidence and presence
Lips look so sweet, like cotton candy
Your lips are very enticing and appealing
That don't mean you gotta stop dancing
Don't let anything hold you back from expressing yourself
'Cause the way that you move is so demanding
Your movements are captivating and demanding attention
Let's put it on cruise control
Let's take things slow and enjoy the moment
Let me take you to the crib, let me ease your soul
Let me take you home and provide you comfort and relaxation
I'm gonna take it really nice and slow
I want to take things slowly and savor every moment
But first let me, let me, let me talk to her
But before we continue, let me have a conversation with her
Walk into my great place, cozy
Come into my comfortable and welcoming space
I'm glad you came, let's make a toast
I'm happy you're here, let's celebrate and raise our glasses
Let me make an indecent proposal
Let me suggest something intimate and enticing
Let me take you to the back and do what we're suppose to
Let's go to a private place and engage in pleasurable activities
Let's take a trip to Dubai
Let's go on a luxurious and exotic vacation to Dubai
You can be the investigator, I'm your private I
You can be adventurous and curious while I protect and support you
You know I want a piece of that pie
I desire a share of your love and affection
But first let me, let me, let me talk to her
But before we proceed, let me have a conversation with her
If I wrote you a symphony
If I composed a beautiful piece of music for you
Just to say how much you mean to me
To express the depth of my feelings for you
If I told you you were beautiful
If I complimented your beauty
Would you date me on the regular
Would you consider being in a committed relationship with me
Well, baby I've been around the world
I have traveled extensively
But I ain't seen myself another girl
But I haven't come across anyone like you
This ring here represents my heart
This ring symbolizes my love and commitment
But there's just one thing I need from you
But there's one thing I require from you
Because I can see us holding hands
I can envision us being affectionate and connected
Walking on the beach, our toes in the sand
Taking romantic walks on the beach
I can see us on the countryside
I can picture us in a peaceful countryside setting
Sitting on the grass, laying side by side
Enjoying each other's company while lying next to each other on the grass
You could be my baby, let me make you my lady
You could be my partner, let me treat you like a queen
Girl, you amaze me
You impress and astonish me
Ain't gotta do nothing crazy
You don't have to do anything extravagant
See, all I want you to do is be my love
All I want is for you to be my lover and partner
No
No
My love
My love
Now, if I wrote you a love note
If I penned a heartfelt message of love for you
And made you smile with every word I wrote
And brought happiness to you through my written words
Would that make you want to change your scene
Would that inspire you to change your current situation
And wanna be the one on my team
And desire to be my partner and supporter
See, what's the point of waiting anymore
Why should we continue to delay
Cause girl I've never been more sure
Because I've never been more certain about anything
This ring here represents my heart
This ring symbolizes my love and commitment
And everything that you've been waiting for
And everything you have desired and longed for
Just say 'I do'
Just say 'I do' and agree to marry me
Shorty, cool as a fan
You, my dear, are incredibly cool and composed
On the move once again
Always on the go and active
But she still has fans from Peru to Japan
But you still have admirers from all around the world
Listen baby, I don't wanna ruin your plan
My intention is not to disrupt or interfere with your plans
But if you got a man, try to lose him if you can
However, if you are in a relationship, consider ending it if possible
Cause your girls worldwide throw they hands up high
Because women all over the world celebrate and support you
When they wanna come kick it wit a stand up guy
When they want to spend time with a respectful and admirable man like me
Trust me, you don't really wanna let the chance go by
Believe me, you don't want to miss this opportunity
Cause you ain't been seen wit a man so fly
Because no one has seen you with a man as stylish and impressive as me
Baby France so fly, I can go fly
I am so fashionable that even in France, I'll stand out
Private, 'cause I handle mine
Confidential, because I manage my own affairs
B.I. they call me candle guy (why?) simply 'cause I am on fire
People refer to me as the 'candle guy' because I am extremely talented and successful
I hate to have to cancel my vacation so you can't deny
I would be disappointed to cancel my plans just because you can't resist me
I'm patient, but I ain't gonna try
I can be patient, but I won't chase after you
You don't come, I ain't gonna die
If you don't show up, it won't be the end of me
Hold up, what you mean, you can't go why?
Wait, why can't you go? What's the reason?
Me and you boyfriend we ain't no tie
Your relationship with your boyfriend isn't a strong bond
You say you wanna kick it when I ain't so high
You only want to spend time with me when I'm not very busy or successful
Well, baby it's obvious that I ain't your guy
Well, it's clear that I'm not the one for you
I ain't gon' lie, I feel your space
I won't lie, I understand your need for personal space
But forget your face, I swear I will
But I won't forget you or the connection we had
St. Bart, St. Bulla anywhere I chill
Whether it's St. Bart or any other place, I can relax and enjoy myself
Just bring wit me a pair, I will
Just bring along a companion and I'll be fine
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, ANTHEM ENTERTAINMENT LP, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: FLOYD NATHANIEL HILLS, TIMOTHY Z. MOSLEY, JUSTIN R. TIMBERLAKE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@venividivici2175
The 00's and early 10's were like a non-stop party, but now it seems like the party ended and now we're all depressed.
@fanonchannel1960
And replaced with trap nonsense.
Edit: seems like I upset a lot people here. Lol get over yourselves. 🤣
@lunah8020
When everything was simple...
@leviiathan9733
That's our fault for being a piece of shit society and world, it literally has never been different
@leviiathan9733
@@lunah8020 When?
@howieboelky
That's what happens when we fly high for a decade then crash! Heard of blue Monday, that's what it will be like for the rest of our lives! Also after the 00's through the 10's I definitely see life in a completely different view 🤔♥️
@jhaber1609
When you haven’t heard it in years
it just hits different.
@chrisblack5585
Its funny how day by day nothing changes but when you look back everything is different
@streetsmart.69
2010!! was some of the best times
@MtnDewforever
man this song is still fire 🔥🔥🔥