Why?
08. Tech N9ne Lyrics

Why you ain't call me?
I'm questioning why I haven't received any opportunities despite my talent and hard work.

You know I'm the hardest, you know that my art is applauded
I am aware that my artistry is recognized and appreciated by many.

I'm not broken-hearted, but I could've been old when I started
Although I'm not upset, I could have been successful earlier in my career.

You sleep on my music and that's a damn shame 'cause I slam my bang
It's unfortunate that my music is not given the recognition it deserves because I know I produce quality work.

I've been inside every hip-hop circle you could imagine
I have been part of various hip-hop communities, including gangster, pop, and backpacker, and have gained respect for my skills in all of them.

Gangster or Pop, even backpackers know that I'm real good at rappin'
My reputation as a talented rapper precedes me and is recognized by different types of hip-hop fans.

It wouldn't be about limitation and demonstration
Music should be about innovation and bringing together different generations of musical styles, not limiting oneself to a certain genre or showcasing only one's abilities.

Imitation within a blatant looks just disentigratin'
Copying others and trying to fit in only hurts one's originality and creativity.

If video and radio don't frequently announce your name
Without constant promotion through mainstream media, it's difficult for musicians to gain recognition and success.

A closed mouth don't get fed when it stays shut
If one doesn't speak up or self-promote, they won't get the opportunities they desire.

But a closed mouth don't get fed when it stays shut
If one doesn't speak up or self-promote, they won't get the opportunities they desire.

Maybe he missed us, missin' the big picture
Perhaps Jay Z didn't collaborate with me because he didn't see the potential in our collaboration, missing out on the bigger picture.

And I guess Hov ain't lookin' for another speedy rapper kid yet
Jay Z may not be interested in working with another fast-paced rapper at this time.

But I wouldv'e loved to been on the third verse of Renegade
I missed an opportunity to collaborate with Jay Z on the song 'Renegade', which is disappointing.

This ain't no hate-mail, this a love letter
I'm not trying to be critical, but I'm expressing my wish for more opportunities and recognition in the music industry.

I just wish you woulda hit a brother that love cheddar
I wish those in the music industry would have given me more financial opportunities to support myself and my music career.

Space age flows like Jesse and Primrose
My rap style is innovative and unique, compared to the forward-thinking styles of Jesse and Primrose.

Grim road, when you one of the best with slim dough
It's tough being recognized as one of the best rappers but having a small budget to support oneself financially.

But I burst flame and I bet that y'all know my first name
I am confident in my rap skills and believe people are familiar with my name, even if I am not mainstream.

Maybe I'm trippin', full of delusion
I may be mistaken or overly hopeful in my expectations for my music career.

Maybe I am the best thing that you ever saw
Perhaps I am what the music industry needs but doesn't yet realize.

Punk that! I know you niggas know me
I am confident that people are familiar with my work, despite not receiving mainstream recognition.