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.
Great Milenko
Insane Clown Posse Lyrics
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Great Milenko (Hm hm Hm hm Ha ha ha ha)
Great Milenko (Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha)
Great Milenko (Hm hm Hm hm Ha ha ha ha)
Come one, come all, and witness magic!
I introduce to you an occult sorcerer
Of the ancient craft of Necromancy
From the nether void of the shadow walkers
A soul from Shangra La, The Great Milenko
Great Milenko (Ha Ha ha Ha Ha)
Great Milenko (Hm hm Hm hm Ha ha ha ha)
Great Milenko (Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha)
Great Milenko (Hm hm Hm hm Ha ha ha ha)
Ladies and Gentlemen
Witness the keeper of arcane, wicked voodoo magic
A beguiler of spells, hexes, and curses
With the help of potions, talismans, and ancient relics
From the forbidden realms of the Dark Carnival
Ladies and Gentlemen
The Great Milenko
Great Milenko (Ha Ha ha Ha Ha)
Great Milenko (Hm hm Hm hm Ha ha ha ha)
Great Milenko (Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha)
Great Milenko (Hm hm Hm hm Ha ha ha ha
The song "Great Milenko" by Insane Clown Posse is an ode to an occult sorcerer who practices the ancient craft of Necromancy. The lyrics invite the audience to witness the magic of this caster of mind-bending illusions who comes from the nether void of the shadow walkers, and who is a soul from Shangra La, the Great Milenko. The song's chorus repeats the incantation "Great Milenko" and the sounds "Ha Ha ha Ha Ha" and "Hm hm Hm hm Ha ha ha ha," which create a spooky and whimsical atmosphere that adds to the theme of the song.
The second stanza invites the audience to witness the keeper of arcane, wicked voodoo magic, who is a beguiler of spells, hexes, and curses. With the help of potions, talismans, and ancient relics from the forbidden realms of the Dark Carnival, the Great Milenko practices his craft to enchant and bewitch. The song's chorus repeats, emphasizing the theme of the Great Milenko's power and the mystical world from which he hails.
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Great Milenko (Ha Ha ha Ha Ha)
Introducing The Great Milenko with a laughter, emphasizing his greatness and mysteriousness
Great Milenko (Hm hm Hm hm Ha ha ha ha)
Another way of introducing The Great Milenko with a chuckle and excitement
Great Milenko (Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha)
Repeating the introduction of The Great Milenko, bringing more attention to his greatness
Great Milenko (Hm hm Hm hm Ha ha ha ha)
Further emphasizing the greatness of The Great Milenko with another chuckle and excitement
Come one, come all, and witness magic!
Inviting everyone to come and witness the magic performed by The Great Milenko
I introduce to you an occult sorcerer
Announcing that The Great Milenko is an expert in the dark arts and supernatural practices
Of the ancient craft of Necromancy
The Great Milenko specializes in a specific form of magic that involves communicating with the dead
A caster of mind-bending illusions
The Great Milenko has the ability to create illusions that play tricks on your mind
From the nether void of the shadow walkers
The Great Milenko's powers come from a dark and mysterious realm where he interacts with mysterious beings
A soul from Shangra La, The Great Milenko
The Great Milenko comes from a mystical land where he has gained his knowledge and power
Witness the keeper of arcane, wicked voodoo magic
Encouraging the audience to see The Great Milenko perform his powerful and mysterious voodoo magic
A beguiler of spells, hexes, and curses
The Great Milenko has the ability to cast spells, hexes and curses that can affect people's lives
With the help of potions, talismans, and ancient relics
The Great Milenko uses magical tools to enhance and channel his powers
From the forbidden realms of the Dark Carnival
The Great Milenko draws his power from a forbidden and mysterious place known as the Dark Carnival
The Great Milenko
Repeating the name of the mysterious and powerful magician
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Joseph Bruce, Joseph Utsler, Mike E. Clark
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@MrHoppybunny
Come one, come all, and witness magic!
I introduce to you an occult sorcerer
Of the ancient craft of Necromancy
A caster of mind-bending illusions
From the nether void of the shadow walkers
Exiled from Shangri La, The Great Milenko
Ladies and Gentlemen
Witness the keeper of arcane, wicked voodoo magic
A beguiler of spells, hexes, and curses
With the help of potions, talismans, and ancient relics
From the forbidden realms of the Dark Carnival
Ladies and Gentlemen
The Great Milenko
@jc_malone8217
I don't care how much people hate ICP. I will blast this song in my car no matter what!
@uzumakidahldemon
khuff23 Why the hell are you even here then? You complaining in the comments of an ICP video that ICP sucks, is like you going to a gay bar, and complaining about gays. Get the fuck out of here stupid ass.
@phoenix_beatz3961
I love icp
@phoenix_beatz3961
@@khuff23 icp is better than your trash lifr
@kristinhill4681
Me too
@punishersnake4888
this whole cd is just fucking epic...
@toter.korper
I was scared of this song as a small child, and today I was asking my mom about it and I was like ‘“I dunno some guys laughing about a pink flamingo”
@aracoixo3288
lol scared of pink flamingos
@Magnusc0r3
Don't eat the waffles
@JohannesVanDerStuyvebode
I hate purple ostriches