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.
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Insane Clown Posse Lyrics
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I'd like to address the juggalos, on a, uh, personal matter
Because, it's not all good
I mean, things aren't always done cool, you know I mean...
I just want to talk to you guys about a problem I got...
Maybe you can help me
I stab people, 4, 5 people everyday
I stabbed him, stabbed his nurse and his fucking cat
Stabbed them! Stabbed them all like that
I stab people I know, I stabbed Alex, my manager
He was like, "WHAT THE FUCK?!" I stabbed him in the gut!
I order food just to stab the guy when he gets there, I don't care
I stab anybody anywhere [uh, uh] there
I stabbed the mailman, he was pissed, he tried to mace me
I'm to quick with the stabbing, come on, come on, taste me
I stabbed Twizted, Jimmy Madrox, I stabbed 'em
Myzery stabbed me OWW!! Goddamn him!
I stab old people, ladies, little kids, I DON'T GIVE A FUCK!
I stabbed a fat guy in the but [hehe], what?
I met Pete Rose and stabbed him, twice in his nipple
I'm Violent J, I stab people.
Maybe somebody can help me (4X)
The song "I Stab People" by Insane Clown Posse is a very explicit and violent song. In these lyrics, Violent J is confessing his urge to stab people. He admits to stabbing 4 or 5 people every day and that he has tried to see a shrink but has been unsuccessful in stopping his behavior. Violent J talks about stabbing his manager, people he knows, random people who deliver food, and anyone anywhere. He has no regard for age or gender and even stabs old people, ladies, and little kids. In fact, he seems to take pleasure in the act and even brags about stabbing people like Twizted, Jimmy Madrox, and Myzery. He even claims to have stabbed baseball great, Pete Rose twice in his nipple.
The song is not meant to be taken literally but instead represents a larger message about the struggles of mental health and violent tendencies. It is a dark and disturbing song that illustrates the psyche of a person with violent tendencies. The lyrics are meant to shock and provoke strong emotions from listeners. The song is also notable for its use of shock value to gain attention and its depiction of mental illness and violence.
Line by Line Meaning
I...I'd like to uh, if its cool with Jake and Jack,
I want to address the Juggalos, but first I need permission from my fellow members, Jake and Jack
I'd like to address the juggalos, on a, uh, personal matter
I want to talk to my fans, the Juggalos, about a personal issue
Because, it's not all good
There's something troubling me
I mean, things aren't always done cool, you know I mean...
I've done some bad things, and I'm aware of it
I just want to talk to you guys about a problem I got...
I need to confess my problem to my fans
I stab people, 4, 5 people everyday
I have a serious problem with stabbing people, and I do it frequently
I tried to see a shrink to stop that shit but it ain't no FUCKing way
I've tried to get help for my problem, but it hasn't worked
I stabbed him, stabbed his nurse and his fucking cat
I'm so out of control that I've even stabbed my own psychiatrist and his pets
Stabbed them! Stabbed them all like that
I don't discriminate when it comes to my victims, I stab them all
I stab people I know, I stabbed Alex, my manager
I even stab people I know, like my own manager
He was like, "WHAT THE FUCK?!" I stabbed him in the gut!
When my manager saw me stabbing people, he was confused and outraged, so I stabbed him too
I order food just to stab the guy when he gets there, I don't care
I have no conscience when it comes to my victims, even a food delivery person could be my next target
I stab anybody anywhere [uh, uh] there
I don't care where I am or who is around, I'll still stab anyone
I stabbed the mailman, he was pissed, he tried to mace me
I even stabbed the innocent mailman, and he tried to defend himself
I'm to quick with the stabbing, come on, come on, taste me
I'm very skilled at quickly stabbing people and daring them to retaliate
I stabbed Twizted, Jimmy Madrox, I stabbed 'em
I've even stabbed my fellow musicians, Twizted and Jimmy Madrox
Myzery stabbed me OWW!! Goddamn him!
Another musician, Myzery, has stabbed me in return and I'm angry about it
I stab old people, ladies, little kids, I DON'T GIVE A FUCK!
I have no remorse for the types of people I stab, whether it's the elderly, women, or children
I stabbed a fat guy in the but [hehe], what?
I even find humor in stabbing people in the buttocks, like a fat man
I met Pete Rose and stabbed him, twice in his nipple
Even famous people aren't exempt from being stabbed by me, like baseball player Pete Rose
I'm Violent J, I stab people.
My identity is linked to my violent behavior and inability to stop stabbing people
Maybe somebody can help me (4X)
Despite my violent tendencies, I'm still seeking help and hope that someone can assist me with my problem
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOSEPH BRUCE, MIKE E. CLARK
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