Pablo Torre Finds Out Sir Mix-a-Lot Finds Out
Feb 6, 2026
Sir Mix-a-Lot (Anthony Ray), Seattle rapper behind 'Baby Got Back' and a genre-mixing music legend. He talks about the Super Bowl ad that sparked his biggest hit. He dives into Seattle’s scene, tech-driven production, sports fandom, a viral symphony moment, and surprising stories about his phone number and touring.
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Tech Sparked His Music Career
- Mix-a-Lot credits technology, not music, for drawing him into a music career because gear sparked his curiosity.
- He says electronic and production tools changed his path away from guitar/drums toward hip-hop creation.
Origin Of The Opening Line
- Mix-a-Lot says the first line of "Baby Got Back" was chosen for simplicity and truthfulness: "I like big butts and I cannot lie."
- He intentionally opened with that simple hook to contrast his usual fast rapping and make the song instantly memorable.
Protect Your Legacy With Variety
- When crafting a breakout video, Mix-a-Lot tried to include other credible elements so he wouldn't be pigeonholed by one novelty song.
- He deliberately added additional songs and visuals to prove depth beyond "Baby Got Back."