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.
Hey Vato
Insane Clown Posse Lyrics
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Then tell me are you down with the clown?
HEY!
Hey, bitch boy! [huh?]
What you doing around here you little bitch? [um...]
Don't you know you're on clown ground bitch boy? [uh...]
Forks up forks down, we ALL got clown luv, bitch face [um...]
Bitchie? You donw with the clown Bitchie?
You better run you bitch-ass home, you little punk-ass bitch
(1st Verse- Violent J)
Smell the air that makes you sick
Psycho sick, psycho sick
Pin you down and gets inside your brain
Psycho sick insane
Who's to blame for what they've done?
Ain't the one, paint the gun
I'm the jugga-lugga-lugga-roni
Best you leave me alon-ie
Some will say I'm in a gang
Guns do bang, nuts do hang
Like the wicked jokers down river
Quick to cut your liver
Sometimes bangers end their doom
Boom boom boom, shlock lock boom
I'm the other gang that's the offender
But you best remember
It don't matter which you pick
'cause they sick, psycho sick
They'll all cut your richie-ass up, bitch
'cause they got
(Chorus)
Much clown luv [hey vato]
you old fuck, I guess you don't know
Never kill around here [het vato]
Yeah, bitch, it's all about clown luv (x2)
If ya nuts hang and you bang with a gang
Then tell me are you down with the clown?
HEY!
(2nd Verse Violent J)
I like riding on your daughties
Drinking 40's at clown parties
Then I go back home, the sewer drain
Call me shit for brains
I'm the joker junkie hobo
Fuck a bozo, pack a bowl-bowl
Watch me balance on telephone wires
Psycho setting fires
Caught me naked in a tree
Was it me, ICP
Yes I sing in a rock and roll band
"Yeah dude, what's up man!"
be -be -be -boo! Had to scare ya
Rip and tear ya, 'cause how dare ya
Come to bario like yous the fuck
Now you gets the buck
Buck-buck-buck, bang-bang-bang
Gang-gang bang, ghetto slang
Better ask someone about
Violent J, hey, I got
(Chorus)
(3rd Verse- Violent J & Shaggy2Dope)
Wicked town, wicked clown
Let's go ride the Murder-Go-Round
Lunatic, Luna-tock
Beat you with a cinder block
Bitchy hoe, bitchy bitch
Smack you 'cross your fucking lips
Juggla say "talk to much"
I'ma nail your mouth...shut
I am sick, what you said
Swing my axe upside your head
Place the barrel in your mouth
blow your fucking tonsils out
I'm a mime, watch me go
Stuart Frankie bitch-ass hoe
I drop rhymes, make quick bucks
And your daughter sucks my nuts
Better know joker's wild
Yeah I said it, wicked WILD!
And I'll cut your bitchie-ass up, BITCH!
A lot of
(Chorus till end)
The song "Hey Vato" by Insane Clown Posse starts with the question, "If ya nuts hang and you bang with a gang, then tell me are you down with the clown?" The lyrics refer to the Juggalos, who are fans of Insane Clown Posse, and their belief in "clown love." The group is characterized by their unique face paint and is often misunderstood or stigmatized. The first verse talks about how people misunderstand gangs and especially the Juggalos. The gang is described as sick and violent, but it is not clear if the lyrics are about actual gang violence or just the Juggalos' exaggerated image. In the chorus, Violent J sings about the importance of clown love and how it unites Juggalos, regardless of their backgrounds.
The second verse dives into specifics of the Insane Clown Posse's lifestyle. The band's members are known for being strange, and their lyrics often center around murder and other violent themes. The lyrics reference a gathering of Juggalos, where they drink 40s and party. The verse also hints at the Insane Clown Posse's disgust with mainstream society, as they describe themselves as living in a sewer drain. The final verse is a collaboration between Violent J and Shaggy2Dope. It includes more violence-laden lyrics and mentions a rollercoaster ride.
Line by Line Meaning
If ya nuts hang and you bang with a gang
If you are a violent gang member
Then tell me are you down with the clown?
Are you a fan of Insane Clown Posse?
HEY!
Shout of greeting, implied threat
Hey, bitch boy! [huh?]
Hey, weakling! [What?]
What you doing around here you little bitch? [um...]
Why are you here? [Uh...]
Don't you know you're on clown ground bitch boy? [uh...]
You are in our territory. [Uh...]
Forks up forks down, we ALL got clown luv, bitch face [um...]
Here are gang signs. We are fans of ICP, idiot. [Uh...]
Hey, what's your name? [Richie]
What's your name? [Richie]
Bitchie? You down with the clown Bitchie?
Are you a fan of ICP, Richie?
You better run you bitch-ass home, you little punk-ass bitch
Get out of here or we'll hurt you, coward
Smell the air that makes you sick
There's an unpleasant odor here
Psycho sick, psycho sick
Mentally ill, crazy
Pin you down and gets inside your brain
Control you, mess with your head
Psycho sick insane
Crazy, mentally ill
Who's to blame for what they've done?
Who's responsible for their actions?
Ain't the one, paint the gun
Not me. They use guns.
I'm the jugga-lugga-lugga-roni
I'm a member of ICP
Best you leave me alon-ie
Better not mess with me
Sometimes bangers end their doom
Gang members can die
Boom boom boom, shlock lock boom
The sound of gunshots
But you best remember
Don't forget
It don't matter which you pick
It doesn't matter which gang you join
'cause they sick, psycho sick
Because they are crazy
They'll all cut your richie-ass up, bitch
They will all kill you, Richie
Much clown luv [hey vato]
Lots of love from ICP. [Hey dude]
you old fuck, I guess you don't know
You don't understand
Never kill around here [het vato]
We don't kill in our territory. [What do you want?]
Yeah, bitch, it's all about clown luv (x2)
We're all fans of ICP
I like riding on your daughties
I enjoy having sex with your daughters
Drinking 40's at clown parties
Drinking malt liquor at ICP events
Then I go back home, the sewer drain
I return to my underground lair
Call me shit for brains
Insulting myself
I'm the joker junkie hobo
I'm a homeless drug addict
Fuck a bozo, pack a bowl-bowl
Having sex and smoking drugs
Watch me balance on telephone wires
Watch me perform dangerous stunts
Psycho setting fires
Starting fires out of craziness
Caught me naked in a tree
Someone saw me naked in a tree
Was it me, ICP
Was that me, a member of ICP
Yes I sing in a rock and roll band
Yes, I'm in ICP
"Yeah dude, what's up man!"
Casual greeting
be-be-be-boo! Had to scare ya
Making a scary noise
Rip and tear ya, 'cause how dare ya
I'll hurt you because you crossed me
Come to bario like yous the fuck
You're in our neighborhood and we're angry
Now you gets the buck
Now you get punished
"Buck-buck-buck, bang-bang-bang
Gunshots
Gang-gang bang, ghetto slang
Violence and weaponry
Better ask someone about
Consult others
Violent J, hey, I got
I, Violent J, have
Wicked town, wicked clown
ICP and their fans are evil
Let's go ride the Murder-Go-Round
Let's engage in violent behavior
Lunatic, Luna-tock
Crazy
Beat you with a cinder block
Assault you with a heavy object
Bitchy hoe, bitchy bitch
Insulting women
Smack you 'cross your fucking lips
Slap you in the face
Juggla say "talk to much"
One of ICP's fans talks too much
I'ma nail your mouth...shut
I'll make them stop talking
I am sick, what you said
I'm crazy, you angered me
Swing my axe upside your head
Use my axe to attack you
Place the barrel in your mouth
Point a gun at your face
Blow your fucking tonsils out
Shoot you
I'm a mime, watch me go
I'm pretending to be a mime
Stuart Frankie bitch-ass hoe
Insulting someone named Stuart Frankie
I drop rhymes, make quick bucks
I write lyrics and make money
And your daughter sucks my nuts
I had sex with your daughter
Better know joker's wild
You should know that ICP is unpredictable
Yeah I said it, wicked WILD!
I just said it. We're wild!
And I'll cut your bitchie-ass up, BITCH!
I'll kill you, bitch!
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: H JONES
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