Shutterbugg

Big Boi

About Shutterbugg

"Shutterbugg" is the debut solo single by American rapper Big Boi. It is the first single released in promotion of his debut solo album, Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty. The song features singer Cutty on the song's chorus. The song was co-produced by Scott Storch and Big Boi himself. "Shutterbugg" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group in 2011. Rolling Stone named it the fourteenth best single of 2010 in its year-end list. PopMatters ranked it number seven on its year-end best songs list. It is also featured on the NBA 2K11 soundtrack. 


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2010
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Uh, I keep it playa while some choose to play it safe
Boy check the resume, it's risky business in the A
And I've been a witness to this history
Ever since the the tenth grade
We went from rockin' braids to temp fades
I twist my A hat to the side just for style
Or throw on the Gucci bucket with the flowers superfly
Wow, the southern pride been known to shut it down
But it ain't so country my nigga this ain't no Gomer Pyle
I'm Sergeant Slaughter
I keep my shit cooked to order in order
To satisfy my people in Georgia and across the water
And across the boarder the essays are getting smarter.
They got flour for tortillas and lettuce for enchiladas.
If you follow wink wink no doubt we don't speak.
In a blink them folks could have you sleeping in the clink.
I'm shittin' on niggas and pee'ing on the seat.
It's the nigga the B-i-g B-o-i out

Now party people in the club it's time to cut a rug
And throw the deuce up in the sky just for the shutterbugs.
I'm double fistin' and if you're empty you can grab a cup.
Boy stop, I'm just playing.
Let me dap you up.
Baby, baby you're in my system.
Baby, baby tell me your listening.

Boy, it's after twelve, club's like a hive bee,
A bee hive cause not everybody buzzin' around me.
Could it be the way the verse is sounding?
Came up on the Gheto Boys and the Underground Kingz.
Toys, I had a brougham, called it pretty brown thing.
Paint look like root beer when the sun was shining.
Known to keep a bad bitch. No niggas beside me.
Index finger on the trigger in case niggas is clowning.
Not to flex but to protect my neck like the Wu-Tang.
Self-preservation is the rule when you do aim.
Or get in something more sinister.
You gotta be the finisher
To make it sure the doctors, they can't replenish him.
Or bring him back to life.
Back to reality.
Gone get on some hoes leave it alone.
Triple O-G status A town's very own.

Now party people in the club it's time to cut a rug
And throw the deuce up in the sky just for the shutterbugs.
I'm double fistin' and if you're empty you can grab a cup.
Boy stop, I'm just playing.
Let me dap you up.
Baby, baby you're in my system.
Baby, baby tell me your listening.

Now this goes out to all my playas in the back sippin' yack.
Bendin' 'round corners in the 'lac.
Cut a rug, playa, now cut a rug.
And throw yo' deuce up in the sky for the shutterbug.

And this goes out to all my ladies in the front.
What you want? You make me wanna breed.
Girl freeze.
Cut a rug, lady, now cut a rug.
And throw yo' deuce up in the sky for the shutterbug.

Now party people in the club it's time to cut a rug
And throw the deuce up in the sky just for the shutterbugs.
I'm double fistin' and if you're empty you can grab a cup.
Boy stop, I'm just playing.
Let me dap you up.
Baby, baby you're in my system.
Baby, baby tell me your listening.

Tell me you're listening
Cause you all up in my system I can feel you from my head to my toes.
(You're in my system)
Lucious Leftfoot's got his best foot forward darling Lord have mercy
How them flows stay so cold, froze.
Cut a rug
Cut a rug
Shutterbug
Cut a rug
(Tell me you're listening)

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Big Boi

Antwan André Patton (born February 1, 1975), better known by his stage name Big Boi, is an American rapper, song-writer, record producer and actor, best known for being a member of American hip hop duo OutKast alongside André 3000. His work in the duo has produced six studio albums. During the duo's hiatus, he and André 3000 each announced plans to release a solo album. Big Boi's solo debut Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty was released in July 2010 to respectable sales and critical acclaim. more »

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Written by: BERESFORD ROMEO, RICARDO LEWIS, DAVID MARTIN FRANK, SIMON LAW, NELLIE HOOPER, CARON WHEELER, MICHAEL MURPHY, ANTWAN PATTON, CHRIS CARMOUCHE, SCOTT STORCH

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, JUNGLE FUNK MUSIC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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14 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Shutterbugg" is a song by American rapper "Big Boi", who is best known for being one-half of the famed hip hop duo "OutKast", alongside André 3000.
Album Information
The song is featured on Big Boi's debut solo album called "Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty."
Release Date
"Shutterbugg" was released as the album's second single on May 27, 2010.
Producer
The song was produced by Scott Storch and Big Boi himself.
Genre Classification
The song falls under the genres of alternative hip hop and funk rap.
Chart Performance
"Shutterbugg" made it to 31 on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard) chart and 13 on the US Hot Rap Songs (Billboard) chart.
Video Director
The music video was directed by Chris Robinson, who is well known for his work in the music video industry.
Critical Acclaim
The song received critical acclaim for its unique sound and Big Boi's performance. It was praised by Rolling Stone as one of the best songs of 2010.
Backing Vocalists
The song features vocals from Cutty, who is credited in the chorus.
Song Meaning
"Shutterbugg" lyrics metaphorically talk about Big Boi's photographic memory in remembering his journey, challenges and accomplishments in the music industry.
Music Composition
The song incorporates a blend of heavy bass, smooth synths, and futuristic sounds, distinctive of Big Boi's innovative music style.
Best Music Videos Of The 2010s
According to "Pitchfork", the music video for "Shutterbugg" was one of the top music videos of the decade (2010s).
Award Nomination
The song was nominated for "Best Urban Dance Track" at the 25th International Dance Music Awards in 2011.
Legacy
Despite not topping the charts, "Shutterbugg" has remained one of Big Boi's most recognizable and celebrated songs. Its fusion of traditional hip hop and avant-garde music elements remains influential in modern hip hop.

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