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.
Clown Love
Insane Clown Posse Lyrics
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Chillen in the allyway, signs straight beemin
Up in the air I hear they don't care
Get your mutha fuckin' melon busted for a stare
Luv pumpin through the heart, flowin through the veins
Pop a mutha fucka like it ain't no thang
Blood shoot eyes from pufin on the bud
Let me see that rag, let me see that luv
Roamin through the hood top cut down
Car packed so full it's fuckin' on the ground
Max with the homies spitten on the hoes
Stop in the store for a cold 4-0
Grabbin on your balls, straight slanging stalls
Fuck the gang squad tryin to take me out my home
Check my neck and I got yours
'cause roll with yourself and keep that clown luv
Throw your signs in the air
what's that? I don't check, I don't care
'cause I'm down with the clown everywere
'cause much clown luv is in here (2x)
Hey homes what set your clame?
I'm in the rhymin game, wicked Clown Banging
I'm just a mutha fucka that's down for the cause
You can suck on my balls, unless you got clown luv
Put 'em up, throw 'em up
Let me see them mutha fuckas
Flip 'em up, flip 'em down, flip 'em around
Mutha fuckas mind all warped
From breathin all the smog
I'm all up in the shit, like if my name was frog
Damn I heard a shot, but I got luck
The mutha fuckas missed it's time to shoot 'em up
Here come the sirens I hear 'em gettin close
Here come the squad, it's time to get ghost
If you want to stay you get beat by a pig
Fuck that shit 'cause were I live
My boys got my neck and I got theirs
'cause I'm true to myself, bitch
Clown Luv
Throw your signs in the air
what's that? I don't check, I don't care
'cause I'm down with the clown everywere
'cause much clown luv is in here (2x)
Hey what the fuck you lookin at man
My rag, my flannel, or the club in my hand?
Well here go ahead, take a closer look
Thanx for the wallet bitch
Give me them duckets, mutha fuckin' child
To buys doing other things like hangin with my mob
Crew got my neck, well push come to shove
Never sell out yourself, and keep that Clown Luv
Throw your signs in the air
what's that? I don't check, I don't care
'cause I'm down with the clown everywere
'cause much clown luv is in here (repeating)
The lyrics to Insane Clown Posse's song "Clown Love" describe the lifestyle of gangsters roaming through the streets, slanging drugs and exerting their power over the neighborhood. The lyrics also mention the importance of loyalty amongst the gang members and the "clown love" that they share for each other. The song is a representation of the underground culture of "clowns" who dress up in clown makeup and associate with each other in a brotherhood.
The lyrics also depict the violent nature of the gangster lifestyle, with lines like "Get your mutha fuckin' melon busted for a stare" and "Pop a mutha fucka like it ain't no thang." However, amidst the violence, the song emphasizes the importance of loyalty and brotherhood amongst the gang members, as highlighted in lines like "Check my neck and I got yours 'cause roll with yourself and keep that clown luv."
Ultimately, "Clown Love" is a song about the importance of loyalty and the underground lifestyle of gangsters who associate with each other based on the shared identity of being "clowns."
Line by Line Meaning
Gangsters bangin, nuts straight hanging
Street gangs strut with their testicles hanging out
Chillen in the allyway, signs straight beemin
Relaxing in the alleyway, their gang signs shining brightly
Up in the air I hear they don't care
The gang doesn't care about anything, except their signs in the air
Get your mutha fuckin' melon busted for a stare
You could get your head smashed in for just looking at them the wrong way
Luv pumpin through the heart, flowin through the veins
Love for their gang is coursing through their bodies
Pop a mutha fucka like it ain't no thang
They'll kill anybody who challenges their gang without hesitation
Blood shoot eyes from pufin on the bud
Their eyes are red from smoking marijuana
Let me see that rag, let me see that luv
Show them your gang's symbol and your love for the gang
Roamin through the hood top cut down
Driving through the neighborhood with the convertible top down
Car packed so full it's fuckin' on the ground
The car is loaded with so many people and things that it's almost touching the ground
Max with the homies spitten on the hoes
Hanging out with friends and disrespecting women
Stop in the store for a cold 4-0
Stopping at the store to buy a 40 oz bottle of beer
Grabbin on your balls, straight slanging stalls
Groping themselves and selling drugs on the street corner
Fuck the gang squad tryin to take me out my home
The police gang task force can't kick them out of their neighborhood
Check my neck and I got yours
They have each other's backs
'cause roll with yourself and keep that clown luv
Stick with your own kind and show your love for the gang
Throw your signs in the air
Flash your gang signs
what's that? I don't check, I don't care
They don't care or bother to verify what gang others belong to
'cause I'm down with the clown everywere
Because they are loyal to their gang everywhere they go
'cause much clown luv is in here (2x)
Because there's a lot of love for the gang within the group
Hey homes what set your clame?
Asking someone what gang they belong to
I'm in the rhymin game, wicked Clown Banging
They're in the rap music industry, representing the gang
I'm just a mutha fucka that's down for the cause
They're just a person who is dedicated to the gang's mission
You can suck on my balls, unless you got clown luv
Unless you're also a member of their gang, they don't care about you
Put 'em up, throw 'em up
Putting their gang signs up in the air
Let me see them mutha fuckas
They want to see everyone's gang signs
Flip 'em up, flip 'em down, flip 'em around
Twisting their hands in various ways while making gang signs
Mutha fuckas mind all warped
These guys' minds are messed up due to their gang lifestyle
From breathin all the smog
Their neighborhood is polluted, which is negatively affecting their health
I'm all up in the shit, like if my name was frog
He's heavily involved in the gang's activities
Damn I heard a shot, but I got luck
A gunshot was heard, but they're lucky that it didn't hit them
The mutha fuckas missed it's time to shoot 'em up
The enemy is getting too close, so it's time to shoot at them
Here come the sirens I hear 'em gettin close
The police are coming and they're getting closer
Here come the squad, it's time to get ghost
It's time to leave and disappear before the police catch them
If you want to stay you get beat by a pig
If you stay, you'll get beaten up by the police
Fuck that shit 'cause were I live
They don't care about the police's authority in their neighborhood
My boys got my neck and I got theirs
They have each other's backs
'cause I'm true to myself, bitch
Because they're true to themselves and their gang
Hey what the fuck you lookin at man
Challenging someone for looking at them
My rag, my flannel, or the club in my hand?
Asking what the person is looking at specifically
Well here go ahead, take a closer look
Encouraging the person to take a closer look
Thanx for the wallet bitch
They stole the person's wallet
Give me them duckets, mutha fuckin' child
Give them your money, you innocent little child
To buys doing other things like hangin with my mob
Using the stolen money to do other activities with their gang
Crew got my neck, well push come to shove
They have each other's backs regardless of the situation
Never sell out yourself, and keep that Clown Luv
Stay loyal to the gang and don't betray them
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOSEPH BRUCE, MIKE E. CLARK
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