They are known for the 2006 single, "Where'd You Go", which features Holly Brook and Jonah Matranga, and also his single, "Remember the Name". Thus far, Fort Minor has released one album, 2005's The Rising Tied (as well as one mixtape, FMInvasion - We Major, which featured DJ Green Lantern), and also has a fan club similar to Linkin Park Underground, titled Fort Minor Militia.
Mike Shinoda's plan was to make music while enjoying time with his friends, who include Ryu, Tak, and many other leading musical artists.
Fort Minor's first major album The Rising Tied, features 16 tracks (with three bonus tracks on the Limited Edition), many of which are specific to the lives of Shinoda and his collaborators. "Remember the Name", for example, describes the group's views on being rappers, while "Kenji" describes the experiences of Shinoda's family during the Japanese American internment of World War II. Other tracks, such as "Slip Out the Back" which features Joe Hahn of Linkin Park, have more general lyrical themes. In the lyrics of the track "Get Me Gone", Shinoda says that before the debut album of Linkin Park came out, someone at Warner Bros. Records told him to quit rapping and just play keyboards because the band didn't need an MC in addition to a singer. He goes on to say that with the help of the band, Mike released the album as it was and many critics were silenced.
Fort Minor won Ringtone of the Year for "Where'd You Go" at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards.
In mid August of 2006 Fort Minor performed at the Summer Sonic 2006 along side Linkin Park and other bands.
In November of 2006, Fort Minor released a video for "Remember the Name", which features a montage of various amazing feats. Shinoda has stated he felt the video was a nice wrap-up for Fort Minor. Also in November, Shinoda stated that Fort Minor is on hiatus, because of his dedication to Linkin Park.
As of August 19, 2006, Fort Minor's debut album has sold 400,000 copies.
In 2006, Holly Brook released an exclusive version of 'Where'd You Go?' to radio stations, made completely by Holly Brook. Mike does not appear on this version, which can be heard by request on various American radio stations.
In 2015, after Shinoda teased it on his own and Fort Minor's social media, the stand-alone single Welcome was released on June 21.
In Stereo
Fort Minor Lyrics
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That beat is hot
Mike:
This is how it goes
Welcome one and all to the show
We're wired up, fired up, fuckin ready to go
In the back of the parking lot outside of the barTwenty deep, twenty feet from the boulevard
Black hoodies, black caps, black label in glasses
Previewing the new shit before all the masses
Cause the first thing I need when I got a new beat
Is to see how it sounds echoing off the street
I just take it for a spin, pop the CD in
Slide it up to ten and get that rear view shaking
Then play it again so there's no mistaking
San Andreas, the block get this bitch earthquaking like
[Chorus]
Oh-oh
Ready for it? Here we go
We got the whole block rockin' in stereo
We're taking control, letting everybody know
And if you feel it let me hear everybody go
Oh-Oh
You're not ready, I got plenty cups
But twenty months drop steadily
Plenty tracks to empty on you wack pedigree
I'm backed heavily while you're back peddling
Forget the chit chat, on me homie kick back
I'm on that shit that can get your homie bitch-slapped
So zip your lip back, listen and watch
We got the whole block rockin off the way the beat knocksYou don't have to warn the people on the corner - they know
That if you're standing on that corner then you're getting that show
World premiering you're hearing that Machine Shop flow
San Andreas the block, get this bitch earth quaking like
[Chorus]
Turn the key, turn the volume up to loud
Roll right, roll every window down
Let the whole block know what this is about
Turn it up, y'all, burn that system out
Turn the key, turn the volume up to loud
Roll right, roll every window down
Let the whole block know what this is about
Turn it up, y'all, burn out that system like
[Chorus]
Let's go ahead and test out the speakers
You ready? Let's go, like this
The song “In Stereo” by Fort Minor is a high-energy anthem that encourages people to let loose and enjoy the music. It describes a scene where a group of people gather in the parking lot outside of a bar to listen to new music. The lyrics create a clear picture of the scene and the excitement that surrounds it; everyone is wearing black and sipping on drinks, the volume is turned up to the max, and the bass is so loud it can be felt in the ground. Mike Shinoda, the lead vocalist of Fort Minor, talks about the excitement of hearing his music echoing off the streets and getting the whole block rocking.
The song’s chorus repeats the phrase “we got the whole block rocking in stereo,” which is a testament to the power of music to unite people and spread energy throughout a community. The song is a call to action for listeners to join in on the fun and let go of their inhibitions. In a deeper sense, the song is also a reminder to live in the moment and enjoy the simple pleasures in life, like listening to music with friends.
Overall, “In Stereo” is a catchy, upbeat song that energizes listeners and inspires them to let loose and feel the music. It’s a testament to the power of music to connect people and create a sense of unity.
Line by Line Meaning
Jay-Z: That beat is hot
Jay-Z comments on the hotness of the beat
Mike: This is how it goes
Mike introduces the song with a confident tone
Welcome one and all to the show
Mike welcomes the audience to the performance
We're wired up, fired up, fuckin ready to go
Mike expresses the high-energy level of the performers
In the back of the parking lot outside of the bar
The performers are in a secluded area near a bar
Twenty deep, twenty feet from the boulevard
There are about 20 people standing in a row about 20 feet away from the street
Black hoodies, black caps, black label in glasses
The performers are dressed in all black clothes and accessories
Previewing the new shit before all the masses
The performers are testing out new songs before releasing them to the public
Cause the first thing I need when I got a new beat
Mike explains what he does when he gets a new beat
Is to see how it sounds echoing off the street
He tests the beat on the street to see how it sounds
I just take it for a spin, pop the CD in
He plays the CD with the new song
Slide it up to ten and get that rear view shaking
He increases the volume of the CD to 10 and the vibration from the sound shakes the car
Then play it again so there's no mistaking
He plays the song again to make sure it sounds good
San Andreas, the block get this bitch earthquaking like
The song is so powerful that it's causing the area to vibrate like an earthquake
[Chorus]
The chorus of the song that talks about the impact of the beat on the whole block
You're not ready, I got plenty cups
Mike challenges his competitors saying they are not ready for what he has
But twenty months drop steadily
He is preparing to release new music constantly
Plenty tracks to empty on you wack pedigree
Mike has lots of tracks to use against his less-skilled rivals
I'm backed heavily while you're back peddling
Mike is successful while his rivals are retreating
Forget the chit chat, on me homie kick back
Mike wants the listener to stop talking and focus on the performance
I'm on that shit that can get your homie bitch-slapped
Mike's music is so powerful that it can cause someone to act violently
So zip your lip back, listen and watch
Mike wants the audience to be quiet, listen to his music and see his performance
We got the whole block rockin off the way the beat knocks
The beat is so strong that it's causing the whole area to vibrate
You don't have to warn the people on the corner - they know
Everyone in the area can already hear the performance
That if you're standing on that corner then you're getting that show
Anyone in the area can watch the performance
World premiering you're hearing that Machine Shop flow
The audience is experiencing the unique sound of the Machine Shop for the first time
San Andreas the block, get this bitch earth quaking like
The strong beat is causing the area to vibrate just like an earthquake
[Chorus]
The chorus of the song that talks about the impact of the beat on the whole block
Turn the key, turn the volume up to loud
Mike suggests to the listener to increase the volume of the music
Roll right, roll every window down
He wants the listener to make the car rolling and open all windows
Let the whole block know what this is about
The music is so powerful that it can be heard by everyone in the area
Turn it up, y'all, burn that system out
Mike wants the listener to increase the volume of the music so high that it damages the sound system
Let's go ahead and test out the speakers
Mike encourages the listener to test the quality of their sound system
You ready? Let's go, like this
Mike starts the performance with high energy
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MIKE SHINODA
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@Rajat_1010
Jay-Z:
That beat is hot
Mike:
This is how it goes
Welcome one and all to the show
We're wired up, fired up, fuckin ready to go
In the back of the parking lot outside of the bar
Twenty deep, twenty feet from the boulevard
Black hoodies, black caps, black label in glasses
Previewing the new shit before all the masses
Cause the first thing I need when I got a new beat
Is to see how it sounds echoing off the street
I just take it for a spin, pop the CD in
Slide it up to ten and get that rear view shaking
Then play it again so there's no mistaking
San Andreas, the block get this bitch earthquaking like
Oh-oh
Ready for it? Here we go
We got the whole block rockin' in stereo
We're taking control, letting everybody know
And if you feel it let me hear everybody go
Oh-Oh
You're not ready, I got plenty cups
But twenty months drop steadily
Plenty tracks to empty on you wack pedigree
I'm backed heavily while you're back peddling
Forget the chit chat, on me homie kick back
I'm on that shit that can get your homie bitch-slapped
So zip your lip back, listen and watch
We got the whole block rockin off the way the beat knocks
You don't have to warn the people on the corner - they know
That if you're standing on that corner then you're getting that show
World premiering you're hearing that Machine Shop flow
San Andreas the block, get this bitch earth quaking like
Oh-oh
Ready for it? Here we go
We got the whole block rockin' in stereo
We're taking control, letting everybody know
And if you feel it let me hear everybody go
Oh-Oh
Turn the key, turn the volume up to loud
Roll right, roll every window down
Let the whole block know what this is about
Turn it up, y'all, burn that system out
Turn the key, turn the volume up to loud
Roll right, roll every window down
Let the whole block know what this is about
Turn it up, y'all, burn out that system like
Oh-oh
Ready for it? Here we go
We got the whole block rockin' in stereo
We're taking control, letting everybody know
And if you feel it let me hear everybody go
Oh-Oh
Let's go ahead and test out the speakers
You ready? Let's go, like this
@Hillarie369
Met Mike at a Linkin Park meet and greet, and I gotta say, he is one down to earth, no bullshit guy. He was so thoughtful and kind to everyone at the M&G, and he tried to make everyone feel like they're just talking to another guy they meet on the street. Amazing.
@leroyjenkinsreturns
First in 10 years
@galivnik6491
@@leroyjenkinsreturnslegend
@Piglet-hp6tu
I met them at project revolution about 15 years ago and they were all very down to earth kind people
@marianocg29
This beat is hot.
@noconhere
This is how it goes
@noconhere
@ShadowCat 1442 were wired, fired up, fucking ready to go
@discussorgaming
@ShadowCat 1442 Twenty deep, twenty feet from the boulevard
@IbrahimIb
@ShadowCat 1442 Previewing the new shit before all the masses
@shriharihudli
@@IbrahimIb Cause the first thing I need when I got a new beat is to see how it sounds echoing off the street.