Kevin "A.K.A." Johnson is the nephew of George Clinton, creator of Parliament-Funkadelic, It was his "p-funk" teaching that taught him the best lessons he has taken into his artistry. Raised with some of the best inventors of funk and hip hop music, A.K.A. lived for 4 years with his uncle, whom gave him a good education in how to make music and how to write. It shows that he was an excellent student and then some, he has since taken the lessons he was given and applied it to what he does now.
A.K.A. had this to say about his music; "I make music based on what I feel , with no gimmicks no corny dances. I am all about having fun and getting the crowd involved. I want people to have a mental picture in their mind of the story i am telling them and be able to relate to it if it pertains to them. I am here to show everyone that real hip hop still exists, there are those of us still true to the art form.
A.K.A. also counts LL Cool J, Common, Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Notorious B.I.G., Andre 3000 and a long list of others as his influences and feels his music reflects their flow and style. One listener of his music writes, "You wont catch him talking about gang banging or anything ignorant." Rather, he specializes in being a storyteller and has spread his talent throughout Washington state.
A prolific creator of mix-tapes, you can find his songs on many of the 12 mixtapes that he released in the summer of 2010.
He has performed with many PNW artists including:
JC FLOW
MIKE G AND MAR
LOUIS V
BAD COMPANY GANG
SHORTE
DIMSUM
DIGGZ DIME
KLYNTEL
NEEMA
SPAC3MAN
FAME RILLA
Q DOT
MIKE MACK AND HARLEM
EMAC
MYSTA MYSTA SMOOTH
DJ ROCAPHELLA
DJ QUIETSTORM
DJ AD
DJ NASTY BOY
DJ SOSEA
DJ NO MERCY
DJ DOUBLE DIP
Venues A.K.A. has performed at:
THE BALTIC ROOM (Seattle)
MONTE CARLO (Seatac)
HD HOTSPURS (Kent)
BB MCGRAWS (Auburn)
EL PORTERO (Tacoma)
54TH LOUNGE (Tacoma)
SHOTZES (Everett)
WOODSHED STUDIOS (Seattle)
JR PHINICKEY'S (Marysville)
RENDEZVOUS THEATER (Seattle)
ALLURE (Seattle)
NECTAR LOUNGE (Seattle)
SURREAL ULTRA LOUNGE (Tacoma)
Instrumentation
Discography
Indie Projects: Mixtapes/Compilations
Album
Resurgence (Released July 15th 2011)
EPs
"Here I Am : The Soul Sessions"
Mixtapes 2010
I Am Remix
If You Hear Any Noise It's Just Me And The Boys
This Is How We Do
Guess Who's In The Kitchen
Fresh Out The Oven
JL Official
When Styles Collide
Tac Town Rideers Vol 1.
We Still At It
Meet A Few Of My Friends
In My Own Mind
The Puget Sound Mixtape Vol 1.
Made In Ful (Prod. By Mooch)
Mixtapes 2011
The Puget Sound Mixtape Vol.2
Welcome To The Zoo
Whispers
A.K.A. Lyrics
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& I ain't with the bickerin', you better keep your mouth zipped
I was only 12 when they was askin' for my autograph
17 years old, the first time I went & kopped a half
Koulda been famous years ago but I was choppin' on the ave
Niggas broke as a joke so I'm feeling like I gotta laugh
I was in the trap while you niggas was doing arts & crafts
I was moving krack but now I'm the nigga that got the gas
I'm flexin', no question, ain't stressin' even if the market krash
I'm feeling great, to be honest i'm feeling wonderful
Niggas love to hate but my patnas know that this gun'll blow
Sold alotta weight so i'm grateful but won't get komfortable
Got lots of doe to make but yall know this money kome & go
They say the way a nigga hustle so inspiring
Hot boy, somebody need to go & get the firemen
Bumpin' in the klub wondering who let these liars in
I ball at the mall, you the type to ask who's hiring
I hear these niggas whisperin' but they ain't talkin' bout shit
& I ain't with the bickerin', you better keep your mouth zipped
Killa brought the strippers in & I bet they all thick
& for the pussy niggas whisperin', I hit em when they talk shit
They hatting kus my gwap is up, I'm trappin' till they lock me up
These broke ass niggas ain't got a buck, Snoop Dogg flow, I'm bossin' up
Dropped outta my English klass kus I was fuckin' these commas up
Talkin' shit, I'll tell you how much dick your baby momma suck
Move quiet but my piff is louder then a monster truck
Fuck a diet, I love the beef, that's why this 9 is tucked
Must be talkin' DJ's if you niggas bringin' drama up
I text her, you gone kall her up, believe she wanna baller, yup
Switch hoes like I switch flows, flippin' o's got my wrist froze
Brown liquor in a nigga system, white koke on your bitch nose
I ain't even tryna impose but this nigga mad kus his chick chose
Keep the klique klose kus we been broke, now we turnin' up at all the big shows
Damn I'm the nigga all the niggas wanna listen too
Waiting on my new shit, I ain't even done an interview
I kould teach a nigga how to grip a tool & flip a q
But imma just relax, sip some yak & bring the bitches thru
I hear these niggas whisperin' but they ain't talkin' bout shit
& I ain't with the bickerin', you better keep your mouth zipped
Killa brought the strippers in & I bet they all thick
& for the pussy niggas whisperin', I hit em when they talk shit
In A.K.A.'s song "Whispers," he talks about the whispers he hears from other people who are talking without saying anything important. A.K.A. emphasizes how he is not interested in wasting time bickering and prefers that people keep their mouths shut if they have nothing meaningful to say. The lyrics also detail A.K.A.'s rise to fame, from becoming famous at a young age to selling drugs on the street to make ends meet. He talks about his journey to financial success and how he is grateful for it but won't let it make him too comfortable.
Throughout the song, A.K.A. reflects on his past experiences, such as his struggles with money and his run-ins with the law. He contrasts these experiences with his current status as a successful artist, which he believes is inspiring to others. A.K.A. finishes the song with a callout to those who talk negatively about him and states that he will confront them if necessary.
Line by Line Meaning
I hear these niggas whisperin' but they ain't talkin' bout shit
People talk behind my back, but their conversations are meaningless
& I ain't with the bickerin', you better keep your mouth zipped
I don't have time for arguments, keep quiet and don't waste my time
I was only 12 when they was askin' for my autograph
I received attention and admiration for my talent from a young age
17 years old, the first time I went & kopped a half
At 17, I started selling drugs and became successful
Koulda been famous years ago but I was choppin' on the ave
I had potential for fame, but I chose the streets instead
Niggas broke as a joke so I'm feeling like I gotta laugh
People around me are financially struggling, and it amuses me
I was in the trap while you niggas was doing arts & crafts
I was hustling in dangerous situations while others were doing harmless activities
I was moving krack but now I'm the nigga that got the gas
I used to sell low-level drugs, but now I have the connections for higher quality drugs
Kouldn't afford a meal, now I'm feeling like I got lots of stacks
I used to be poor and couldn't feed myself, but now I have a lot of money
I'm flexin', no question, ain't stressin' even if the market krash
I am showing off my wealth confidently and am not worried about financial setbacks
I'm feeling great, to be honest i'm feeling wonderful
I am happy and content with my life
Niggas love to hate but my patnas know that this gun'll blow
People talk bad about me, but my close friends know I am dangerous if provoked
Sold alotta weight so i'm grateful but won't get komfortable
I have made a lot of money selling illegal substances, but I am aware of the danger and will not become complacent
Got lots of doe to make but yall know this money kome & go
I have many opportunities to make money, but I know that wealth can be temporary
They say the way a nigga hustle so inspiring
People are impressed and motivated by my work ethic and success
Hot boy, somebody need to go & get the firemen
I am on fire (doing well) and people should be aware and try to match my success
Bumpin' in the klub wondering who let these liars in
I am in the club, wondering who let in the people who talk badly about me
I ball at the mall, you the type to ask who's hiring
I spend money and show off while others only think about getting a job
Killa brought the strippers in & I bet they all thick
Someone (nicknamed Killa) brought attractive women to our location
& for the pussy niggas whisperin', I hit em when they talk shit
If someone talks badly about me behind my back, I will confront them and possibly fight them
They hatting kus my gwap is up, I'm trappin' till they lock me up
People are jealous of my wealth, but I will continue to sell drugs until I am arrested
These broke ass niggas ain't got a buck, Snoop Dogg flow, I'm bossin' up
People around me are poor, but I am confident and successful like rapper Snoop Dogg
Dropped outta my English klass kus I was fuckin' these commas up
I failed my English class because I was too focused on making money (represented by commas)
Talkin' shit, I'll tell you how much dick your baby momma suck
If someone insults me, I will retaliate by insulting them back, even using vulgar language
Move quiet but my piff is louder then a monster truck
I keep a low profile, but the scent of my marijuana is very strong
Fuck a diet, I love the beef, that's why this 9 is tucked
I enjoy confrontation and violence, and I am carrying a gun for protection
Must be talkin' DJ's if you niggas bringin' drama up
If people bring up problems, it must be related to rival DJs or music producers
I text her, you gone kall her up, believe she wanna baller, yup
I sent a text to a woman, and I know she will call me back because she is interested in successful men
Switch hoes like I switch flows, flippin' o's got my wrist froze
I change romantic partners frequently, and my success in drug dealing has led to me wearing expensive jewelry
Brown liquor in a nigga system, white koke on your bitch nose
I am drunk, and a woman I am with is using cocaine
Keep the klique klose kus we been broke, now we turnin' up at all the big shows
I stay close to my friends because we have all been poor, but now we are successful and partying at big events
Damn I'm the nigga all the niggas wanna listen too
I am very popular and everyone wants to hear what I have to say
Waiting on my new shit, I ain't even done an interview
My fans are excited for my new music, and I haven't even promoted it yet
I kould teach a nigga how to grip a tool & flip a q
I have skills and knowledge related to weapons and drug dealing, and I could teach someone else
But imma just relax, sip some yak & bring the bitches thru
For now, I am going to relax, drink cognac, and invite women over
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Kobie Turner
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@murderthecroworiginal
great band i used to help them set up and break down for shows from time to time.Great band, great bunch of guys. Lots of great memories hanging out with them.