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.
Bodies Fly
Insane Clown Posse Lyrics
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People flyin to the sky and explode
Bodies flyin to the sky and explode
And then the blood rains all over the road
I ain't never seen anything like my first day in the pit
I seen this lady tryin to hang on to some kid but no give
He's loose straight up into the sky and completely exploited
I'm trippin out I felt like I was gonna threw up
And then another ninja threw up and blew up I'm like fuck!
I tryed to call my mom I grabbed the bloody pay phone
But the phone bit my ear off and left a hole in my dome
Bodies flyin to the sky and explode
People flyin to the sky and explode
Bodies flyin to the sky and explode
And then the blood rains all over the road
I seen a fella sittin on the curb payin nobody no mind
He was cryin like everyone else then he started flyin
I knew what was comin next so I ran and tryed to duck
But half his face landed by me bloody fried as fuck
People shootin up like bottle rockets nothin can stop them
Your starin at the floor catchin all them peices droppin
And its bloody bloody bloody it ain't funny when it rains on
Everybody body body body and your bodys fucked
Bodies flyin to the sky and explode
People flyin to the sky and explode
Bodies flyin to the sky and explode
And then the blood rains all over the road
Put your hands in the air like you don't care
That its fuckin rainin blood everywhere
Everybody put your hands in the air like you don't care
That its fuckin rainin blood everywhere
Everybody put your hands in the air like you don't care
That its fuckin rainin blood everywhere
Everybody put your hands in the air like you don't care
That its fuckin rainin blood everywhere
Everybody put your hands in the air like you don't care
That its fuckin rainin blood everywhere
Everybody put your hands in the air like you don't care
That its fuckin rainin blood everywhere
Everybody put your hands in the air like you don't care
That its fuckin rainin blood everywhere
The song "Bodies Fly" by Insane Clown Posse describes a terrifying scene of chaos and violence. The lyrics vividly depict bodies flying into the sky and exploding, causing blood to rain down on the road. The singer describes the shock and horror of witnessing such carnage, including a woman losing her grip on a child who is then launched into the air and blown up, and a man's face being severed and landing next to the singer. The song ends with the repeated refrain of "Put your hands in the air like you don't care That its [sic] fuckin rainin blood everywhere," suggesting a nihilistic acceptance of the violence and chaos.
The lyrics of "Bodies Fly" are characteristic of Insane Clown Posse's style, which often features brutal and violent themes. The duo has been criticized for glorifying violence and contributing to a culture of aggression, but they argue that their music is a form of entertainment and that they do not condone violence in real life.
Line by Line Meaning
Bodies flyin to the sky and explode
People are being violently thrown into the air and then exploding.
People flyin to the sky and explode
Individuals are being thrown high into the air and then bursting apart.
Bodies flyin to the sky and explode
Multiple individuals are being launched into the sky and subsequently exploding.
And then the blood rains all over the road
The aftermath of the explosions results in blood spattering everywhere.
I ain't never seen anything like my first day in the pit
The artist is expressing their disbelief at the experience they are witnessing.
I seen this lady tryin to hang on to some kid but no give
The lady is struggling to hold onto a child who is being thrown into the air, and ultimately can't keep them grounded.
He's loose straight up into the sky and completely exploited
The child is lifted high into the air and their body is violently torn apart.
And then the fuckin blood shower unloaded holy fuck!
The artist is in shock at the amount of blood that is spurting out from the exploding bodies.
I'm trippin out I felt like I was gonna threw up
The artist is feeling nauseous and overwhelmed by the horrifying scene.
And then another ninja threw up and blew up I'm like fuck!
Another person vomits and meets the same explosive fate, causing the artist to swear in disbelief.
I tryed to call my mom I grabbed the bloody pay phone
The singer is trying to contact a loved one, but the phone they use is covered in blood.
But the phone bit my ear off and left a hole in my dome
The phone the artist tries to use is so corrupted that it actually harms them, severing a part of their ear.
I seen a fella sittin on the curb payin nobody no mind
The singer sees a man sitting on the curb, seemingly unphased by the chaos around him.
He was cryin like everyone else then he started flyin
Despite his emotional state, the man is soon lifted into the air like everyone else.
I knew what was comin next so I ran and tryed to duck
The singer anticipates the worst and tries to avoid being thrown into the sky.
But half his face landed by me bloody fried as fuck
Despite the artist's efforts, the man does explode and his remains land near them in a gruesome way.
People shootin up like bottle rockets nothin can stop them
People are being launched into the air with great force and there's no way to prevent it.
Your starin at the floor catchin all them peices droppin
The aftermath of the explosions involves pieces of bodies falling to the ground, which the singer witnesses.
And its bloody bloody bloody it ain't funny when it rains on
The singer emphasizes the horrific and gory nature of the situation.
Everybody body body body and your bodys fucked
The impact of the explosions is severe, resulting in death or severe injury for everyone involved.
Put your hands in the air like you don't care
The artist is calling for people to hold their hands up, despite the bloody and frightening scene around them.
That its fuckin rainin blood everywhere
The artist acknowledges the gruesome reality of the situation that they and others are experiencing.
Everybody put your hands in the air like you don't care
The singer repeats their call for people to raise their hands, emphasizing the surreal and horrifying nature of the situation.
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