‘Whatever You Like’ T.I. (2008) “Whatever You Like” — T.I.’s lead single from Paper Trail (released July 29, 2008 via Grand Hustle/Atlantic) — pairs big synths and clean drums with a luxury-focused hook built for radio and mainstream crossover. The song was written by T.I., James Scheffer, and David Siegel, and produced by Jim Jonsin. It reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 (T.I.’s first as a lead artist) and spent seven non‑consecutive weeks at the top, including a then-record jump from No. 71 to No. 1. The music video plays like a fantasy sequence—showing a woman imagining an upgraded life—before revealing it was only a daydream and T.I. simply handed her a $100 bill. … #hiphopclassic #ti #southernrap #2008 #explorepage #explore