Founded in Detroit in 1989, Insane Clown Posse performs a style of hardcore hip hop known as horrorcore and is known for its elaborate live performances. Originally known as JJ Boyz and Inner City Posse, the group introduced supernatural- and horror-themed lyrics as a means of distinguishing itself stylistically. The duo founded the independent record label Psychopathic Records with Alex Abbiss as manager, and produced and starred in the feature films Big Money Hustlas and Big Money Rustlas. They formed their own professional wrestling promotion, Juggalo Championship Wrestling, and later collaborated with many hip hop and rock musicians.
The songs of Insane Clown Posse center thematically on the mythology of the Dark Carnival, a metaphoric limbo in which the lives of the dead are judged by one of several entities. The Dark Carnival is elaborated through a series of stories called Joker's Cards, each of which offers a specific lesson designed to change the "evil ways" of listeners before "the end consumes us all". The original lineup of Insane Clown Posse was John Utsler (John Kickjazz), Joe Bruce (Violent J) and Joey Utsler (Shaggy 2 Dope). John Utsler left before Carnival of Carnage was released in 1992.
Insane Clown Posse's performance style is often described as horrorcore hip hop, which "utilize shocking (and blatantly over-the-top) narratives to give an over-exaggerated, almost cartoon-like version of urban deprivation in Detroit", according to author Sara Cohen. Bruce and Utsler describe many of their lyrics as being tongue-in-cheek. The group's early work features a raw, minimalistic sound, which later evolved into a more rock-oriented style. The group's lyrics serve as morality tales, with songs focusing on subjects such as cannibalism, murder and necrophilia. Insane Clown Posse's debut album, Carnival of Carnage, features a politically-oriented focus, criticizing elitism and prejudice against those who live in the ghetto, while the album's liner notes criticize the Gulf War. The group's lyrics have opposed racism, bigotry, domestic violence, and child abuse.
Insane Clown Posse has covered songs by Geto Boys, Sly Fox, and Above the Law. Bruce and Utsler refer to Ice Cube, Awesome Dre, Geto Boys, and Esham as influences on their own music, while Bruce has expressed admiration for Gong, Pearl Jam, and Michael Jackson. Mike E. Clark's production for the group incorporates elements such as "carnival organ riffs, power chords and shotgun blasts...banjolike plucking and Van Halen-esque guitar squeals", while Bruce and Utsler sometimes alternate between rapping and screaming. Bruce has credited pop music as an influence on some of the group's material, even terming the music "Wicked Pop". Bruce has also stated "We do our own genre of music". In his review of The Tempest, Allmusic's David Jeffries writes that Bruce and Utsler "[rap] in a carnival barker fashion that fits with their circus motif, their Insane Clown disguises, and Mike E. Clark's big top-inspired production." Insane Clown Posse has influenced similar acts, such as Axe Murder Boyz, Blaze Ya Dead Homie and Boondox.
Big $
Insane Clown Posse Lyrics
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Say sumthin
It's going down
He gonna slap you motha fuckin mouth off (motha fucka)
I need something-funky motha fucka
You know who the fuck I am motha fucka?
1 time this bitch owed me money just the other day
I said, "you got my motha fucking money motha fucka?
Don't make me bust your motha fuckin head in motha fucka"
I remember big Willy milk dud owed me motha fuckin money
(I remember that fool)
I said my money motha fucka you got my motha fuckin money (motha fucka)?
Mother fucka my motha fuckin money is my motha fuckin money motha fuckin motha fucka.
Motha fuckas die owing me my motha fuckin money
(Always tripping)
And now stepping up to the Mic weighing in at 350 pounds (motha fucka). From Zug Izland. I give to you the sinister
Big baby he wants his money
So step aside
Big baby he wants his money
No place to hide
No checks just cash motha fucka, your gonna die
Sugar bear couldn't stop big baby
So don't even try
He's a big motha money hustla
He's a big big big big (motha fucka)
Motha fucka
Man what the fuck?
Man I remember this one time big baby sweets straight up rolled on ape boys bitch ass
And choked his ass out for a dollar fifty
I'll blow your motha fuckin head off if you motha fuckas owe me any money
I'll blow your motha fuckin heads off if you motha fuckas think that shit is fuckin funny
Who the fuck is this motha fucka fuckin with my motha fucking money motha fucka?
(I dunno)
I'll blow you motha fuckas motha fuckin heads off motha fuckin with me motha fucka
Bitches owe me motha fuckin money like this 1 motha fuckin bitch one day (get his money bitch)
I said motha fuckin bitch you got my motha fuckin my motha? (Get his money bitch)
Motha fucka bitches owe me motha fuckin money and die over the money
Somebody always gotta be fuckin with my money. (Bring big baby his money)
Straight up dawg, big baby sweets and no motha fuckin hoe dawg.
He used to slap me and big stank around
For being short like 50 cent
He used to make us beg "Please Don't Hit Me!"
Big baby he wants his money
So step aside
Big baby he wants his money
No place to hide
No checks just cash motha fucka, your gonna die
Sugar bear couldn't stop big baby
So don't even try
(Motha fucka)
He's a big money hustla
He's big fat money.
He's a big big big fat motha fucka.
(Who the motha fuck are you talking about motha fucka?)
Hey dawg, remember that 7-11 over there on?
(Ya I think I know the 1)
Man, I remember big baby sweets ran up on this bitch with a pack of licorice
And straight smack him in his face cause he said that bitch owed him 39 cents.
That's right cause if he didn't and shit motha fucka.
If he don't get his shit... then... HE BETTER GETS HIS SHIT!
Straight up dawg. Ain't nobody playing up in this bitch.
It's our time right now he ain't in the room right now. Look, we get to do our own thing. Listen to this. Listen to this... here it goes: (Aight)
"Lil Poot from the hood
Everybody think I'm sumthin
Everybody think my golds ain't real
Fronting'"
Look at that fuckin ass. Awe that's a fuckin ass.
*Beep*
(Excuse me porky.
When you're not shittin you face,
There's someone here to see your fat ass!)
It's that ass licking Jackson isn't it?
(Wrong again fat ass!)
Aight cmon cmon you silly fruit.
Who the fuck is it?
The lyrics to Insane Clown Posse's song Big $ paint a picture of a tough guy named Big Baby Sweets demanding his money back from various people who owe him money. The lyrics are graphic and violent, with Big Baby Sweets threatening to hurt or kill those who owe him money. The lyrics are full of expletives, highlighting the rough and aggressive personality of the character. The persona of Big Baby Sweets is portrayed as a big money hustler who is unapologetic about his methods of getting his money back. The song's tone is tense, with the lyrics being delivered in a commanding and aggressive manner.
The lyrics in "Big $" are a reflection of the hardcore rap genre of music that Insane Clown Posse identifies with. They portray the glamorous lifestyle of a money hustler who uses violence and intimidation to achieve his goals. The lyrics also reflect the culture of the streets, where people had to use violence to get what they deserved. The song is a commentary on the harsh realities of life, where people were often forced to be tough to survive.
Line by Line Meaning
Big Baby Sweets Motha fucka
Introducing the character Big Baby Sweets.
Say sumthin
Asking if anyone has anything to say to Big Baby Sweets.
It's going down
Implying that a conflict is about to ensue.
He gonna slap you motha fuckin mouth off (motha fucka)
Big Baby Sweets is a violent person who is willing to resort to physical violence.
I need something-funky motha fucka
Big Baby Sweets is demanding something to satisfy his craving.
You know who the fuck I am motha fucka?
Big Baby Sweets is establishing his power and influence.
1 time this bitch owed me money just the other day
Big Baby Sweets is owed money by someone.
I grabbed him by the motha fuckin neck and pulled the bitch my way
Big Baby Sweets used physical force to make the person owing him money come to him.
I said, "you got my motha fucking money motha fucka?
Big Baby Sweets demands to know if the person owes him money.
Don't make me bust your motha fuckin head in motha fucka"
Big Baby Sweets is threatening the person to pay him back.
I remember big Willy milk dud owed me motha fuckin money
Another person who owes Big Baby Sweets money.
Mother fucka my motha fuckin money is my motha fuckin money motha fuckin motha fucka.
Big Baby Sweets stresses the importance of him getting his money back.
Motha fuckas die owing me my motha fuckin money
Big Baby Sweets implies that people who owe him money have faced dire consequences like death.
And now stepping up to the Mic weighing in at 350 pounds (motha fucka). From Zug Izland. I give to you the sinister
Introducing Big Baby Sweets as an ominous figure.
Big baby he wants his money
So step aside
Big baby he wants his money
No place to hide
No checks just cash motha fucka, your gonna die
Sugar bear couldn't stop big baby
So don't even try
Reiterating the importance of Big Baby Sweets getting his money back and threatening physical violence against those who do not comply.
He's a big motha money hustla
He's a big big big big (motha fucka)
Motha fucka
Establishing Big Baby Sweets as someone who makes a lot of money and has a lot of power and influence.
Man what the fuck?
Asking a rhetorical question in response to a scenario.
Man I remember this one time big baby sweets straight up rolled on ape boys bitch ass
And choked his ass out for a dollar fifty
Referring to a past event where Big Baby Sweets used physical force over very little money.
I'll blow your motha fuckin head off if you motha fuckas owe me any money
I'll blow your motha fuckin heads off if you motha fuckas think that shit is fuckin funny
Threatening to use deadly force against those who do not pay him back or think the situation is a joke.
Who the fuck is this motha fucka fuckin with my motha fucking money motha fucka?
Big Baby Sweets demands to know who is interfering with his money.
Bitches owe me motha fuckin money like this 1 motha fuckin bitch one day (get his money bitch)
I said motha fuckin bitch you got my motha fuckin my motha? (Get his money bitch)
Big Baby Sweets continues to emphasize the importance of getting his money and the use of derogatory terms toward the person who owes him money.
Motha fucka bitches owe me motha fuckin money and die over the money
Somebody always gotta be fuckin with my money. (Bring big baby his money)
Big Baby Sweets has a history of people dying over money and reinforces the seriousness of the situation.
He used to slap me and big stank around
For being short like 50 cent
He used to make us beg "Please Don't Hit Me!"
Revealing how Big Baby Sweets used to bully and abuse others for frivolous reasons, showing his violent nature.
Hey dawg, remember that 7-11 over there on?
(Ya I think I know the 1)
Man, I remember big baby sweets ran up on this bitch with a pack of licorice
And straight smack him in his face cause he said that bitch owed him 39 cents.
Recounting another instance where Big Baby Sweets uses violent force over a small amount of money.
That's right cause if he didn't and shit motha fucka.
If he don't get his shit... then... HE BETTER GETS HIS SHIT!
Re-emphasizing the importance of Big Baby Sweets getting his money back.
Straight up dawg. Ain't nobody playing up in this bitch.
It's our time right now he ain't in the room right now. Look, we get to do our own thing. Listen to this. Listen to this... here it goes: (Aight)
Preparing to do something while Big Baby Sweets is not present.
"Lil Poot from the hood
Everybody think I'm sumthin
Everybody think my golds ain't real
Fronting'"
Reciting lyrics to a song, implying an idolization of someone from the hood who is wealthy.
Look at that fuckin ass. Awe that's a fuckin ass.
*Beep*
(Excuse me porky.
When you're not shittin you face,
There's someone here to see your fat ass!)
It's that ass licking Jackson isn't it?
(Wrong again fat ass!)
Aight cmon cmon you silly fruit.
Who the fuck is it?
Non-sequitur dialogue that does not relate to the rest of the song.
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