In June 2010, Big K.R.I.T released his album, ''K.R.I.T. Wuz Here'', digitally, garnering huge critical acclaim. The album was produced entirely by K.R.I.T. himself, the DJ Folk, Wally Sparks & Jonny Shipes-hosted project comes complete with reader-approved features โ2000 and Beyond,โ โThey Got Us,โ โMoon & Starsโ and โNo Wheaties.โ That same month, former president of G-Unit Records and current Senior VP of A&R at Def Jam Records, Sha Money XL, signed him to the label as one of his first priorities in his new position.
K.R.I.T. previously released several mixtapes, including Hood Fame, with DJ Wally Sparks and The Last King, with DJ Breakem Off. He's also made guest appearances on Pilot Talk, the third studio album and major label debut from rapper, Curren$y as well as Kush and Orange Juice, the critically acclaimed mixtape by rapper Wiz Khalifa, that was the No. 1 search and trending topics on Google and Twitter following its release. He is a frequent collaborator with both artists.
In October 2010, K.R.I.T. co-headlined The Smoker's Club Tour with Curren$y and Smoke DZA. He is set to appear in Little Rock, AR with Curren$y and Mac Miller. In November 2010, K.R.I.T. opened for Wiz Khalifa in Winston-Salem, Ashland, Virginia and in Allentown New York during the Waken Baken tour.
He is one of the featured XXL Top Eleven Freshmen of 2011, along side of Meek Mill, Cyhi Da Prynce, Lil Twist, Yelawolf, Fred The Godson, Mac Miller, YG, Lil B, Kendrick Lamar & Diggy Simmons.
In March 2012, K.R.I.T. released 4evaNaDay.
On July 1, 2011 Big K.R.I.T. announced his debut studio album titled Live from the Underground. It was set to be released on September 27, 2011. It was released June 5th, 2012. The album was followed up by the mixtape King Remembered In Time in April 2013. The mixtape was supported by single "Shine On" featuring Bun B.
In the following years, K.R.I.T. released multiple projects:
Mixtape See Me On Top IV on September 16, 2014
His second studio album, Cadillactica on November 11, 2014
Mixtape It's Better This Way on October 14, 2015.
In July 2016, K.R.I.T. announced the #12for12 freestyle series, where he dropped a freestyle every hour for 12 hours.
K.R.I.T. released 4eva Is A Mighty Long Time, his third studio album on October 27, 2017. The double album featured two sides dedicated to his different identities: Disc 1 was Big K.R.I.T. while Disc 2 covered Justin Scott.
This was followed up by the release of a series of 3 EPs at the end of 2018: Thrice X, Double Down, and Trifecta. These EPs were also compiled onto the album TDT.
On July 12, 2019, K.R.I.T. released his most recent studio album, K.R.I.T. Iz Here supported by single "K.R.I.T. here"
His mixtape K.R.I.T. Wuz Here was rereleased onto streaming services in 2020 for its 10th anniversary. Additionally, in 2021, K.R.I.T. surprised fans with the release of 5 beloved mixtapes to streaming services: 4eva N A Day, Return of 4eva, King Remembered In Time, It's Better This Way, and A Style Not Quite Free (#12for12 freestyles over different beats).
Subenstein
Big K.R.I.T. Lyrics
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Transformer in my ride, my sub came alive
When them hoes outside, my sub came alive
They saying bass died, my sub came alive
My sub came alive, my sub came alive
My sub came alive
They saying bass died, my sub came alive
A dog got the leash, the only way I speak
Motherfucker I don't tweet, that's the same for police
I never tone it down once I ride in the streets
Come alive with the ball, crack curb by the yard
Bust the seats out the back
A monster's in the car!
If the monster went and start, it only come in large
Come alive for the star, but it came from my garage
Trunk knocking when I drive, my sub came alive
Transformer in my ride, my sub came alive
When them hoes outside, my sub came alive
They saying bass died, my sub came alive
My sub came alive, my sub came alive
My sub came alive
They saying bass died, my sub came alive
Automatic quake make em' automatic shake
It's hard to fill your face, way on Mars feel the bass
Make a martian, make Earth a target to get a taste
Ain't no room for you busted luggage, I'm outta space
Seen the trunk once it start to thump, I can't turn it down
It's too live for the pictures on your wall to survive
Outside, talking keep it quiet, I'ma kill your vibe
15s like it's Frankenstein, watch it come alive
Trunk knocking when I drive, my sub came alive
Transformer in my ride, my sub came alive
When them hoes outside, my sub came alive
They saying bass died, my sub came alive
My sub came alive, my sub came alive
My sub came alive
Then I heard boom from the amplifier
Oh my sub, it knock and it bang
From the lows to the highs, it shakes the whole frame
The old school whip, it swang whenever I come through
I've been basing all night long
My sub won't do me wrong
All night long, my sub keep subbing on
'Cause when I'm outchea' on the creep for a speaker freak
Let me let me eat you on her lows just to hit her peak on the light
Backrub in the backseat, tweeters where the stash be
I can't hear no lames over this bang, so please don't ask me bout turning down
All this sound that it surround
Fuck the law, I'm gon let it bang til' it crack the ground
Bending curves, swanging and I swerve on the boulevard
Only me and god, you can never ever turn the knob
Oh my sub, it knock and it bang
From the lows to the highs, it shakes the whole frame
The old school whip, it swang whenever I come through
I've been basing all night long
My sub won't do me wrong
All night long, my sub keep subbing on
In โMy Subโ by Big K.R.I.T., the subwoofers are personified as living beings that come alive with the bass. The lyrics describe the physical sensation of the music as well as the culture surrounding bass-heavy car systems. The singer uses his subs to create an immersive experience and to assert dominance over his environment, such as when he mentions that the bass โcracks curb by the yard.โ The lyrics also suggest a rejection of mainstream social media culture, with the lines โMotherf*cker I donโt tweet, thatโs the same for policeโ and an emphasis on the singerโs real-life experiences.
The repeated phrase โmy sub came aliveโ has both literal and metaphorical meanings. Physically, the subs produce sound waves that lead to the sensation of the bass โcoming alive.โ However, the phrase also functions as a metaphor for the singerโs empowerment through the music. When he feels the bass, he becomes more confident and assertive. It gives him a sense of control over his environment, as evidenced by lines like โfuck the law, Iโm gonโ let it bang tilโ it crack the ground.โ
Line by Line Meaning
Trunk knocking when I drive, my sub came alive
The bass from my car's subwoofer becomes intense and powerful as I drive down the road.
Transformer in my ride, my sub came alive
The car's transformation is complete once my subwoofer's bass becomes lively and exciting.
When them hoes outside, my sub came alive
The bass becomes even stronger and more captivating when attractive women are around.
They saying bass died, my sub came alive
Despite what others are saying, my subwoofer is still alive and thriving.
My sub came alive, my sub came alive
The excitement and energy coming from my subwoofer is so intense that it feels alive.
Caught you on the creep while everybody gone to sleep
I found you in your most vulnerable state while everyone else was asleep or unaware.
A dog got the leash, the only way I speak
I'm in complete control of the situation, and I only communicate on my own terms.
Motherfucker I don't tweet, that's the same for police
I don't communicate through social media, and I don't trust the police.
I never tone it down once I ride in the streets
I never turn down the volume of my subwoofer when driving in the streets.
Come alive with the ball, crack curb by the yard
The energy from the bass enhances the feeling of playing sports, specifically basketball, and creates cracks in the curb as a result.
Bust the seats out the back
I removed the back seats in order to make more room for subs.
A monster's in the car!
My subwoofer is so powerful that it's like a monster is in the car with me.
If the monster went and start, it only come in large
The power generated by the subwoofer can only be represented in large amounts.
Come alive for the star, but it came from my garage
The inspiration for greatness came from within myself and my car's subwoofer.
Automatic quake make em' automatic shake
The subwoofer's bass is so powerful that it causes involuntary shaking in those around it.
It's hard to fill your face, way on Mars feel the bass
The bass from the subwoofer is so powerful that it's even difficult to keep a straight face, and it's felt all the way on Mars.
Make a martian, make Earth a target to get a taste
The bass is so intense that it can even affect life on other planets.
Ain't no room for you busted luggage, I'm outta space
I have no room for anyone who can't handle the power of my subwoofer, as it's out of this world.
Seen the trunk once it start to thump, I can't turn it down
As soon as the subwoofer starts thumping, I'm unable to turn it down due to the excitement and energy it brings.
It's too live for the pictures on your wall to survive
The energy from the subwoofer's bass is so intense that it causes pictures on walls to fall off and break.
Outside, talking keep it quiet, I'ma kill your vibe
I want everyone to stay quiet and listen to the power of my subwoofer's bass, or I'll ruin the atmosphere with my anger.
15s like it's Frankenstein, watch it come alive
The 15-inch subwoofers are like Frankenstein's monster, and watching the energy they generate feels like watching the monster come to life.
Then I heard boom from the amplifier
The subwoofer's energy caused a booming sound to come from the amplifier.
Oh my sub, it knock and it bang
The bass from my subwoofer is powerful and intense.
From the lows to the highs, it shakes the whole frame
The range of the subwoofer's bass is so immense that it shakes the entire car and even the surrounding area.
The old school whip, it swang whenever I come through
My classic car moves with the rhythm of the bass from my subwoofer as I drive through town.
I've been basing all night long
I've been enjoying the energy and power from my subwoofer's bass all night long.
My sub won't do me wrong
My subwoofer consistently delivers the power and excitement I need.
All night long, my sub keep subbing on
The power and energy from my subwoofer's bass continues all night long without ever faltering.
'Cause when I'm outchea' on the creep for a speaker freak
When I'm out looking for someone who appreciates powerful bass from a speaker.
Let me let me eat you on her lows just to hit her peak on the light
I want the listener to experience the full range of bass frequencies, from the lows to the highs, and reach a peak of excitement.
Backrub in the backseat, tweeters where the stash be
With tweeters installed in the backseat, I can enjoy the full range of the subwoofer's bass and have a relaxing experience with a backrub.
I can't hear no lames over this bang, so please don't ask me bout turning down
The bass is so loud that I can't hear anyone's complaints, so don't ask me to turn it down.
All this sound that it surround
The bass creates a sonic environment that surrounds and immerses the listener.
Fuck the law, I'm gon let it bang til' it crack the ground
I don't care about the law, I'm going to let the bass from my subwoofer bang until it causes the ground to crack.
Bending curves, swanging and I swerve on the boulevard
I take corners in the car while swerving and moving to the beat of the bass from my subwoofer while driving on the boulevard.
Only me and god, you can never ever turn the knob
Only I am in control of the volume knob for my subwoofer, and no one can take that control away from me.
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Justin Scott, Shanell Woodgett, Byron Thomas
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Malik
"Subenstein (My Sub IV)"
Trunk knocking when I drive, my sub came alive
Transformer in my ride, my sub came alive
When them hoes outside, my sub came alive
They saying bass died, my sub came alive
(It's alive!) My sub came alive
My sub came alive
(It's alive!) My sub came alive
They saying bass died, my sub came alive
Caught you on the creep while everybody gone to sleep
A dog off the leash (woof!) the only way I speak
Motherfucker I don't tweet her, that's the same for police
I never tone it down on some round in the streets
Come alive with the ball, crack curb by the yard
Bust the seats out the back, a monster's in the car!
If the monster went and start, it only come in large
Come alive for the star, but it came from my garage
Trunk knocking when I drive, my sub came alive
Transformer in my ride, my sub came alive
When them hoes outside, my sub came alive
They saying bass died, my sub came alive
(It's alive!) My sub came alive
My sub came alive
(It's alive!) My sub came alive
They saying bass died, my sub came alive
Automatic quake make em' automatic shake
It's hard to feel your face, way on Mars feel the bass
Make a Martian, make Earth a target to get a taste
Ain't no room for yo' busted luggage, I'm outer space
Seen the trunk once it start to thump, I can't turn it down
It's too live for the pictures on your wall to survive
Outside talking, keep it quiet, I'ma kill your vibe
15s like it's Frankenstein, watch it come alive
Trunk knocking when I drive, my sub came alive
Transformer in my ride, my sub came alive
When them hoes outside, my sub came alive
They saying bass died, my sub came alive
(It's alive!) My sub came alive
My sub came alive
(It's alive!) My sub came alive
Then I heard "boom!" from the amplifiers
Oh my sub, it knock and it bang
From the lows to the highs, it shakes the whole frame
Of the old school whip, it swang whenever I come through
I've been basing all night long
My sub won't do me wrong
All night long
My sub keep subbing on
Cause when I'm outchea on the creep for a speaker freak
Let me, let me eat you on her lows just to hit her peak
On the light, backrub in the backseat, tweeters where the stash be
I can't hear no lames over this bang, so please don't ask me
'Bout turning down, all this all this sound that it surround
Fuck the law, I'm gon let it bang til' it crack the ground
Bending curves, swanging and I swerve on the boulevard
Only me and God and you could never ever turn the knob
Oh my sub, it knock and it bang
From the lows to the highs, it shakes the whole frame
Of the old school whip, it swang whenever I come through
I've been basing all night long
My sub won't do me wrong
All night long
My sub keep subbing on
New base
That's new base
More base
New base
That's new base
Ja. Sam.
[Chorus]
Trunk knocking when I drive, my sub came alive
Transformer in my ride, my sub came alive
When them hoes outside, my sub came alive
They saying bass died, my sub came alive
(It's alive!) My sub came alive
My sub came alive
(It's alive!) My sub came alive
They saying bass died, my sub came alive
[Verse 1]
Caught you on the creep while everybody gone to sleep
A dog off the leash (woof!) the only way it speak
Motherfuck all them tweeters, that's the same for police
I never tone it down on some round in the streets
Come alive with the ball, crack curb by the yard
Bust the seats out the back,ย a monster's in the car!
If the monster went and start, it only come in large
Come alive for the star, but it came from my garage
[Chorus]
Trunk knocking when I drive, my sub came alive
Transformer in my ride, my sub came alive
When them hoes outside, my sub came alive
They saying bass died, my sub came alive
(It's alive!) My sub came alive
My sub came alive
(It's alive!) My sub came alive
They saying bass died, my sub came alive
[Verse 2]
Automatic quake make em' automatic shake
It's hard to feel your face, way on Mars feel the bass
Make a Martian, make Earth a target to get a taste
Ain't no room for yo' busted luggage, I'm out of space
In the trunk once it start to thump, I can't turn it down
It's too live for the pictures on your wall to survive
Outside talking, keep it quiet, I'ma kill your vibe
15s like it's Frankenstein, watch it come alive
[Chorus]
Trunk knocking when I drive, my sub came alive
Transformer in my ride, my sub came alive
When them hoes outside, my sub came alive
They saying bass died, my sub came alive
(It's alive!) My sub came alive
My sub came alive
(It's alive!) My sub came alive
Then I heard "boom!" from the amplifiers
[Bridge]
Oh my sub, it knock and it bang
From the lows to the highs, it shakes the whole frame
Of the old school whip, it swang whenever I come through
I've been basing all night long
My sub won't do me wrong
All night long
My sub keep subbing on
[Verse 3]
Cause when I'm outchea on the creep for a speaker freak
Let me, let me EQ all her lows just to hit her peak
On the light, backrub in the backseat, tweeters where the stash be
I can't hear no lames over this bang, so please don't ask me
'Bout turning down, all this all this sound that it surround
Fuck the law, I'm gon let it bang til' it crack the ground
Bending curves, swanging and I swerve on the boulevard
Only me and God and you could never ever turn the knob
[Bridge]
Oh my sub, it knock and it bang
From the lows to the highs, it shakes the whole frame
Of the old school whip, it swang whenever I come through
I've been basing all night long
My sub won't do me wrong
All night long
My sub keep subbing on
[Outro]
New bass
That's new bass
More bass
New bass
That's new bass
Classikh
THIS MAN REALLY SERENADED HIS SUBWOOFER AT THE END. FUCKING SALUTE
RudeXBruiser
Lol
Uncivil Beats
Y'all mfers so funny when you learn a new word
yankeesrule09
When I bought this album today and this track came on I damn near cracked my skull bumping to this in the car
TheWadeArchives
Same! Haha I was like "alright this project is dope Subenstein comes on WHOAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA"
Aqua Booth
ayeeeeeee same
MARIO WORLD
yankeesrule09
Melanin Warrior
Hell yeah!
Jaclyn Scott
LMMFAO!!
Pedro Andreoni
this album is the best hip hop album of the year, no doubt