Kryptonite (I'm on It)
Big Boi, Rock D, Killer Mike, Purple Ribbon All-Stars, BlackOwned C-Bone
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I be on it all night, man, I be on it (Day, day) all day, straight up, pimp If you want me, you can find me in the A Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) Time and time again I gotta turn back 'round and tell these hoes That I am the HNIC, bitch, that's just the way it goes I be on that shit that'll have you on that "I don't want no more" At this time, I need all my freak hoes to get down on the floor (ayy) If you came to rep your set (ayy) Right now, nigga, let 'em know (ayy) If it's jail I get for stompin' a hater to sleep F*ck it, I go (ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy) Freak, I'll be off in a week Straight geeked, swerving down your street In a stolen Bonneville with 23s on the feet The Legend, Rocky D Brown Back in town to beat you down Give me face, I love the sound Slap the taste, they hit the ground Back in the A, cliqued up, picked up with some PIs that don't play On that Kryptonite, we stay so high, we might fly away I be on that Kryptonite, straight up on that Kryptonite I be on that, straight up on that, I be on that Kryptonite I be on that Kryptonite, straight up on that Kryptonite I be on that, straight up on that, I be on that Kryptonite I be on it all night, man, I be on it (Day, day) all day, straight up, pimp If you want me, you can find me in the A Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) (woo) Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) I'm on that Kryptonite (I'm on it, I'm on it) I'm on that Kryptonite (I'm on it, I'm on it) I'm on that Kryptonite (I'm on it, I'm on it) I'm on that Kryptonite (I'm on it, I'm on it) Time and time again I gotta tell these niggas and these hoes I'm from College Park where we move that weed and we sling that blow Get dope on a daily basis Get high, make them ugly faces Toke the dro and I'm on probation My blunts, I don't be lacing I'm on that Kryptonite (oh) Come to my crib tonight (oh) Let me beat that puss all night Run tell your buddies I fucked you right Tell 'em bout all the plaques on the wall Tell 'em how you licked my balls Tell 'em how Konkrete run the streets, Big Boi, he put us on Chevy riders slingin' powder, Simpson Road to Dixie Hills Diamond pressed against that wood, candy paint, spinning wheels Grind Time Rap Gang member, bitch, it's Killer Kill Purple Ribbon rolling O's and we all be on that Kryp' I be on that Kryptonite, straight up on that Kryptonite I be on that, straight up on that, I be on that Kryptonite I be on that Kryptonite, straight up on that Kryptonite I be on that, straight up on that, I be on that Kryptonite I be on it all night, man, I be on it (Day, day) all day, straight up, pimp If you want me, you can find me in the A Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) (woo) Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) I'm on that Kryptonite (I'm on it, I'm on it) I'm on that Kryptonite (I'm on it, I'm on it) I'm on that Kryptonite (I'm on it, I'm on it) I'm on that Kryptonite (I'm on it, I'm on it) Time and time again, I gotta turn back 'round and tell C-Bone Grab that cologne out my bookbag I smell dro all on you, holmes Suppose the po-po's get whiff of the spliff that you just smoked Them folk gon' trip Probable cause, call the canine unit to the side of the road Let's take a sniff Shit, the only thing we ridin' dirty is this UGK CD, Tackleberry So may we be on our merry way? 'Cause you just ain't gon' find no yay Play, I got a tough team of attorneys Make a judge lean like he sipping syrupy They play dirty, you can't touch me Verdict be not guilty, search me Chevy riders slingin' powder, Simpson Road to Dixie Hills Diamond pressed against that wood, candy paint, spinning wheels Grind Time Rap Gang member, bitch, it's Killer Kill Purple Ribbon rolling O's, and we all be on that Kryp I be on that Kryptonite, straight up on that Kryptonite I be on that, straight up on that, I be on that Kryptonite I be on that Kryptonite, straight up on that Kryptonite I be on that, straight up on that, I be on that Kryptonite I be on it all night, man, I be on it (Day, day) all day, straight up, pimp If you want me, you can find me in the A Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) (woo) Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) I'm on that Kryptonite (I'm on it, I'm on it) I'm on that Kryptonite (I'm on it, I'm on it) I'm on that Kryptonite (I'm on it, I'm on it) I'm on that Kryptonite (I'm on it, I'm on it) I be on that Kryptonite, straight up on that Kryptonite I be on that, straight up on that, I be on that Kryptonite I be on that Kryptonite, straight up on that Kryptonite I be on that, straight up on that, I be on that Kryptonite I be on it all night, man, I be on it (Day, day) all day, straight up, pimp If you want me, you can find me in the A Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) (woo) Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) Ayy (I'm on it), ayy (I'm on it) I'm on that Kryptonite (I'm on it, I'm on it) I'm on that Kryptonite (I'm on it, I'm on it) I'm on that Kryptonite (I'm on it, I'm on it) I'm on that Kryptonite (I'm on it, I'm on it) Boy, stop Yeah
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Written by: Antwan Patton, Cory Antonio Andrews, Kristopher Bailey, Michael Santigo Render, Nicholas W Sherwood, Nsilo Kharonde Reddick
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10 facts about this song
Musical Collaboration"Kryptonite (I'm on It)" is not only the work of rapper Big Boi, but it's also a collaboration with other artists. These co-contributors include Killer Mike, C-Bone, and Rock D, who are all part of the Southern hip-hop collective Purple Ribbon All-Stars.
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Debut SingleThe song serves as the debut single from the Purple Ribbon All-Stars' compilation album, "Got Purp? Vol. 2." The album was released in 2005 under Big Boi's own Purple Ribbon Records, formerly known as Aquemini Records.
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Chart Success"Kryptonite (I'm on It)" proved to be a hit, reaching No. 35 on Billboard’s Hot 100 in 2006. It also achieved the 15th spot on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and spent 20 weeks on the charts, making it a commercial success.
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Grammy NominationIn 2007, "Kryptonite (I'm on It)" earned a nomination for the prestigious Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group.
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Cultural ReferencesThe title of the song presumably references the fictitious mineral Kryptonite, known for being the only element capable of weakening DC comic book superhero Superman. This title could be interpreted as a metaphorical statement about strength and vulnerability in the face of adversity.
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Production StyleThe song features a Southern hip-hop style, also known as Dirty South, which is characterized by aggressive and synth-heavy beats. This production style has influenced and shaped contemporary pop music significantly.
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Dance Challenge"Kryptonite (I'm on It)" gained extensive popularity on the social platform TikTok in 2020 due to a dance challenge created by a user. The song has been used in over 2 million videos on the platform.
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Music VideoThe music video of the song was directed by Bryan Barber, a frequent collaborator of Big Boi. It features members of the Purple Ribbon All-Stars and has a vibrant and uptempo vibe that complements the song's energetic nature.
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Live PerformancesBig Boi has performed "Kryptonite (I'm on It)" live at several music festivals and TV shows, such as the Late Show with David Letterman, highlighting its continuing popularity and relevance.
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Expanding ReachThe success of "Kryptonite (I'm on It)" helped Big Boi further establish his solo career after his work as part of the critically acclaimed duo OutKast, expanding his reach and influence in the hip-hop industry.
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