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.
Bitch Slappaz
Insane Clown Posse Lyrics
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Old school, bitch slappin' till the break of dawn
ICP, Blaze Ya Dead Homie
Bitch slappin' to the early morn'
Six in the morning, police at my door
Already gotta slap some more
Stuck my hand out through the mail shoot
I came out the ass, bitch slapped some
Grade School High School bitch slap went nuts
I remember gettin' baptized by the Reverend
Bitch slapped the Bible out of his hand
The bitch slap master up in the place
I'll bitch slap your train wrecked face
Don't assume friendliness with fame
I'll bitch slap the sound out your name
They'll call ya 'cause you're not here
Bitch slapped out the stratosphere
Mike P did the track, he bitch slapped
Pow for Max straight to the back
Don't lemme show up on TRL
I'm bitch slappin' everybody to hell
I'm down with the clown east side 'till I'm gone
Yet everybody singin' that southwest song
I bitch slap wigs off everyday
I bitch slap old ladies out of my way
Southwest side, bitch slap capital
Every bitch make mothafuckas smackable
For my bitch smack victims I don't care
I'll bitch slap cowlicks into your hair
Faygo in a Pillowcase, don't manage
I'll bitch slap your head, brain damage
I bitch slap cheeks red, hangs off
I've been known to slap a mothafuckas pants off
I bitch slap planes out of the sky
I bitch slap truth out of a life
Call me Shaggy Spy McSlapmore
I bitch slap mothafuckas galore
Say we fake and wanna test the rap
Step yo ass on up and get bitch slapped
What do you call a Crew that be smackin' like that?
Wicked, Insane Clowns smack your ass to the back
Speakin' of smackin' it's makin' me sick
Everybody's talkin' that smackin' shit
Sayin' they smackin' with the I.C.P.
Just 'cause I am they wanna be like me
Talkin' that shit you need to leave the place
Knowin' you ain't ever even smacked a face
Claimin' our shit, that's our shit you trashed
Mothafucka we about to smack your ass
The song "Bitch Slappaz" by Insane Clown Posse is a hardcore rap song that glorifies and celebrates their ability to bitch slap people. The lyrics of the song describe various scenarios where they have bitch slapped people without remorse. The song starts with a declaration that they are taking it back old school and will be bitch slapping until the break of dawn. It features Blaze ya Dead Homie, a fellow rapper who also brags about his ability to bitch slap.
The song continues by describing various situations where the Insane Clown Posse members have bitch slapped people, from slapping the police officers at their door to slapping their grade school and high school mates. They even bitch slapped the Bible out of the Reverend's hand during their baptism. The lyrics further state that they are the masters of bitch slapping and will even bitch slap the fame out of people's names.
The song's chorus emphasizes the Southwest side as the bitch slap capital and highlights the ease with which they slap people's wigs off, pants off, and even planes out of the sky. It ends with a warning to anyone who claims their shit, that they are about to get smacked. Overall, the song glorifies violence and toxic masculinity towards women.
Line by Line Meaning
Take it back now
This is a throwback to when bitch slapping was common.
Old school, bitch slappin' till the break of dawn
We're doing it old school style and slapping these bitches all night long.
ICP, Blaze Ya Dead Homie
ICP, along with Blaze Ya Dead Homie, are the ones doing the bitch slapping.
Bitch slappin' to the early morn'
We won't stop until the sun comes up.
Six in the morning, police at my door
The police are here, but that doesn't stop us from bitch slapping.
Already gotta slap some more
We already started slapping and can't stop now.
Stuck my hand out through the mail shoot
We're so dedicated to our craft that we'll even bitch slap the police.
Bitch slap Sarge and his first recruit
We don't discriminate, even the police are getting bitch slapped.
I came out the ass, bitch slapped some
I was born to bitch slap and started young.
Grade School High School bitch slap went nuts
I even bitch slapped people in school.
I remember gettin' baptized by the Reverend
Even the Reverend wasn't safe from being bitch slapped.
Bitch slapped the Bible out of his hand
I even bitch slapped the Bible out of the Reverend's hand.
The bitch slap master up in the place
I am the master of bitch slapping.
I'll bitch slap your train wrecked face
If your face looks a mess, I'll slap it to make it better.
Don't assume friendliness with fame
Just because I'm famous doesn't mean I won't bitch slap you.
I'll bitch slap the sound out your name
I'll make sure you never forget my bitch slap by slapping the sound out of your name.
They'll call ya 'cause you're not here
You'll be so far away after my bitch slap that people will have to call you to see where you are.
Bitch slapped out the stratosphere
I'll slap you so hard you'll end up in space.
Mike P did the track, he bitch slapped
Mike P is responsible for the music, and we will compliment that by bitch slapping.
Pow for Max straight to the back
We'll hit you so hard, the impact will go straight to your spine.
Don't lemme show up on TRL
If I show up on TRL, get ready to be bitch slapped.
I'm bitch slappin' everybody to hell
I won't stop until everyone is bitch slapped and in hell.
I'm down with the clown east side 'till I'm gone
I'm loyal to the Insane Clown Posse and always will be.
Yet everybody singin' that southwest song
Even though I'm from the east side, everyone is singing about the southwest.
I bitch slap wigs off everyday
Wigs aren't safe either, as I'll slap them off every day.
I bitch slap old ladies out of my way
Anyone in my way, including old ladies, will get bitch slapped.
Southwest side, bitch slap capital
The southwest side is known for bitch slapping.
Every bitch make mothafuckas smackable
I'll make sure everyone is slap worthy.
For my bitch smack victims I don't care
I don't care about those I've bitch slapped.
I'll bitch slap cowlicks into your hair
I'll alter your hairdo with a bitch slap.
Faygo in a Pillowcase, don't manage
A pillowcase full of Faygo does nothing to prevent my bitch slap.
I'll bitch slap your head, brain damage
My bitch slap is so strong that it could cause brain damage.
I bitch slap cheeks red, hangs off
I'll slap someone so hard that their cheeks will turn red and hang off.
I've been known to slap a mothafuckas pants off
I'll slap someone so hard that their pants will come off.
I bitch slap planes out of the sky
My bitch slap is so strong it could take down a plane.
I bitch slap truth out of a life
I'll slap someone so hard that they'll see the truth.
Call me Shaggy Spy McSlapmore
My new name is Shaggy Spy McSlapmore.
I bitch slap mothafuckas galore
I'm slapping everyone left and right.
Say we fake and wanna test the rap
People are accusing us of being fake and want to test us.
Step yo ass on up and get bitch slapped
Be ready to get bitch slapped if you want to test us.
What do you call a Crew that be smackin' like that?
We're a crew that likes to bitch slap. What would you call us?
Wicked, Insane Clowns smack your ass to the back
The Wicked, Insane Clowns are slapping people all the way to the back.
Speakin' of smackin' it's makin' me sick
Hearing people talk about slapping makes me sick.
Everybody's talkin' that smackin' shit
Everyone is talking about smacking, but can they actually do it?
Sayin' they smackin' with the I.C.P.
People are saying they're slapping with the I.C.P. but we don't know them.
Just 'cause I am they wanna be like me
People want to be like me and slap like I do.
Talkin' that shit you need to leave the place
If you're talking shit, you need to get out of here.
Knowin' you ain't ever even smacked a face
We know you've never actually slapped anyone in the face.
Claimin' our shit, that's our shit you trashed
You're claiming our style, but it's actually our own, and you're ruining it.
Mothafucka we about to smack your ass
We're about to bitch slap you so hard.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOSEPH BRUCE, MICHAEL JOHN JR. PUWAL, WILLIAM DAIL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Xenysys
This is the most hilarious thing ever. I listen to this when I need a good laugh. Thanks for the edit, Br0.
Dr Wiz Biz
Mmfwcl
Juggalo972🤘
You're welcome, laugh it up during these hard times brother! Lol
Jake Douglas
I listen to this in the morning to wake myself up
Adam Bennett
Love this lol
IEF4
"To my bitch slap victims." lmfao!
Terry Markishtum
Don't let me show up on TRLI'm bitch slappin' everybody to Hell!
Luigi Viking
Will smith slapping Chris rock 2022 Oscars
Scott
first thing that popped into my head waz this song
Juggalo972🤘
Real talk: Dr. David Schultz did it better.