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 “2000 and Beyond,” “They Got Us,” “Moon & Stars” and “No Wheaties.” 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).
Time Machine
Big K.R.I.T. Lyrics
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In my time machine, yea I ride, clean
Marinate the scene with my high beams
Candy coated dreams, whenever I, lean
Take me forward far, this ain?t just my car
This my time machine (take me way back)
This my time machine (take me way back)
This my time machine (take me way back)
This is my time machine
[Big K.R.I.T - Verse 1]
Take me way back Scarface and a tapedeck
Ridin? with my poppa, rockin? a starter and some gray sweats
Gave me game as we roll down the 8th street
N-ggas out here flexin?, don?t be stressing what you can?t be
And don?t be dodgin?, don?t believe in what you can?t see
Unless its borrowed, dont be borrowin? cause ain?t shit free
You got your family and your friends when you need relief
There?ll come a time when I can?t be there when you need me
He lean?t my seat back (way, way, back)
When it come to music yea you need that
Forever in the cut where you be at
Forgive and forget, your anger leave that
Don?t be wasting time, Cause time is all you have
Don?t be chasing hoes, Boy go chase this cash
I can?t say no mo?, you?ll learn it on yo own
I couldn?t understand it then
But you know that I?m grown
[Hook]
In my time machine, yea I ride, clean
Marinate the scene with my high beams
Candy coated dreams, whenever I, lean
Take me forward far, this ain?t just my car
This my time machine (take me way back)
This my time machine (take me way back)
This my time machine (take me way back)
Take me forward far, this ain?t just my car
This is my time machine
[Big K.R.I.T - Verse 2]
Take me way back, fitted with a wave cap
Rushing in the hallway trying to keep these waves flat
Broads come and go rarely would they f-ck with me
My brother was a player I was favorite off many streets
Learning who?s paying dudes made myself a name
Laughing at these cape crusader?s, save us ?cause these n-ggas lame
Hand cuffin?, claim they lovin? on a freaky thang
She a bopper I got partnas that done ran a train
We play the game
Even as a youngster knew I?d be a king
Told them non-believers I would never changed
Mississippi is where Im from and that the shit I claim
It?s funny how they flock when they heard you got that knot
Wouldn?t bust it open now they dying to set it, high
Down to hit my couch, get off in their mind
Like Im a fall in love, Take ?em back in time
[Chorus]
In my time machine, yea I ride, clean
Marinate the scene with my high beams
Candy coated dreams, whenever I, lean
Take me forward far, this ain?t just my car
This my time machine (take me way back)
This my time machine (take me way back)
This my time machine (take me way back)
Take me forward far, this ain?t just my car
This is my time machine
The song "Time Machine" by Big K.R.I.T. featuring Chamillionaire is a nostalgic trip down memory lane, invoking the idea of a time machine that can take the rapper back to previous eras in his life. The hook repeats the phrase "This my time machine (take me way back)," emphasizing the desire to revisit the past.
In the first verse, Big K.R.I.T. reminisces about riding around with his father, listening to Scarface on a tapedeck. His father gives him advice, telling him not to stress about things he can't control and not to borrow things because "ain't shit free." The rapper yearns for the simplicity of childhood when music and family were the most important things.
In the second verse, Big K.R.I.T. recalls his teenage years, when he wore a fitted hat and tried to keep his waves flat. He was something of an outcast, but he learned who was important and made a name for himself. He recognizes the way people flock to money and success, even if they ignored him before. He refuses to fall in love, preferring to take women back in time with his "time machine."
Overall, the song is a meditation on the passage of time and the desire to relive moments from the past. Big K.R.I.T. uses his lyrics to show the importance of family, friendship, and self-reliance, while also recognizing the pull of material success.
Line by Line Meaning
In my time machine, yea I ride, clean
I ride in my time machine which is clean and well-maintained.
Marinate the scene with my high beams
I light up the scene with the intense and bright high beams of my time machine.
Candy coated dreams, whenever I, lean
I have sweet and appealing dreams whenever I lean back in my time machine.
Take me forward far, this ain?t just my car
My time machine isn't just a car, but a vehicle that can take me far into the future.
This my time machine (take me way back)
This is my amazing time machine that can take me back to the past.
Take me forward far, this ain?t just my car
My time machine is not merely a car, it's a powerful and unique vehicle that can take me far into the future.
This is my time machine
I am proud to say that this amazing vehicle is my time machine.
Take me way back Scarface and a tapedeck
I wish to go back in time to an era when I had a Scarface soundtrack on a cassette tape in my car.
Ridin? with my poppa, rockin? a starter and some gray sweats
I have fond memories of riding with my father in my youth while wearing a stylish starter jacket and gray sweatpants.
Gave me game as we roll down the 8th street
My father imparted valuable knowledge and wisdom to me as we drove down 8th street during my younger years.
N-ggas out here flexin?, don?t be stressing what you can?t be
People often try to show off and pretend they are something they are not, but one shouldn't stress about it or try to imitate them.
And don?t be dodgin?, don?t believe in what you can?t see
One shouldn't try to dodge or avoid things they can't physically see and believe in only what is real and tangible.
Unless its borrowed, dont be borrowin? cause aint shit free
One should not borrow things unless it is necessary and one should always remember that everything comes at a cost.
You got your family and your friends when you need relief
Whenever in need, one can always rely on family and friends for comfort and support.
He lean?t my seat back (way, way, back)
My father would leisurely lean back the seat while driving, taking it easy and enjoying the ride.
When it come to music yea you need that
Music is essential and necessary in life, and it's important to always have some with you.
Forever in the cut where you be at
I'm always present and around in the background, watching and observing what's going on.
Forgive and forget, your anger leave that
One should always forgive and forget the past and let go of anger to move ahead in life.
Don?t be wasting time, Cause time is all you have
It's important to not waste time, as it is the most valuable resource available to us.
Don?t be chasing hoes, Boy go chase this cash
One should not waste time running after people, especially those who are not interested in them, rather they should invest time in earning money.
I can?t say no mo?, you?ll learn it on yo own
I have given all the necessary advice and guidance; now it's time for you to learn and experience things on your own.
I couldn?t understand it then
I couldn't comprehend this when I was younger.
But you know that I?m grown
Now I am mature enough to realize and understand these lessons taught by my father.
Take me way back, fitted with a wave cap
I want to go back in time, to an era when I had a stylish wave cap on my head.
Rushing in the hallway trying to keep these waves flat
I was in a hurry once and ran through a hallway while trying to maintain my neat and flattened hair waves.
Broads come and go rarely would they f-ck with me
Women came and went in my life, and it was rare for them to be interested in me.
My brother was a player I was favorite off many streets
My brother was very successful with women, while I was a popular and well-liked person on the streets.
Learning who?s paying dudes made myself a name
I gained recognition and respect by associating with people who had money and were of high status.
Laughing at these cape crusader?s, save us?cause these n-ggas lame
I often ridicule those who act like heroes or saviors, as they are usually very boring and uninteresting people.
Hand cuffin?, claim they lovin? on a freaky thang
Some people like to exert their control by limiting or holding on to others, claiming that they are in love with them.
She a bopper I got partnas that done ran a train
The woman is a promiscuous person, and I know some people who have had sexual relations with her.
We play the game
We play along with people and pretend to be interested in them, often to get what we want.
Even as a youngster knew I?d be a king
Even as a child, I had a feeling that I would be successful and powerful one day.
Told them non-believers I would never changed
I always assured those who didn't believe in me that I would never change, and would achieve greatness.
Mississippi is where Im from and that the shit I claim
I am from Mississippi and that is where my roots and identity lie.
It?s funny how they flock when they heard you got that knot
People tend to gather around you when they know that you have money or something valuable.
Wouldn?t bust it open now they dying to set it, high
People who were not interested in me previously are now willing to do anything to please me and get my attention.
Down to hit my couch, get off in their mind
Some people are so interested in me that they are willing to come to my home and spend time with me on my couch, even if it's just in their imagination.
Like Im a fall in love, Take ?em back in time
Some people are so smitten with me that they feel I could make them fall in love with me, and they wish to go back in time with me.
This my time machine (take me way back)
This is my incredible time machine that has the power to take me back in time to any era I desire.
This is my time machine
This is something that I own and is very important and valuable to me.
Contributed by Abigail Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.