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.
I Do This
Insane Clown Posse Lyrics
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Something to hold for you?
Need someone that you can blame shit on?
Someone you can quit on?
You need a job or gun or somethin'?
Trying to find some yay-yay-yo?
You looking for some dirty work and on your way to go?
You need a gun or something, ooh you looking for a titty bar?
(shit) well I'm your motherfucker I'm that
Motherfucking motherfucking scrubby times let
Me be your scrubby brother
Cause I do this all the time (the weight of my life)
Cause I do this all the time (the weight of my life)
Cause I do this all the time (the weight of my life)
What you looking for now when broke and you toke?
I know you ain't already out,
Fuck all that edge you smoked,
You a clucker and I'm your fucking clicking brother,
I know you fucked that hooker, you couldn't tell no other,
I'm always fucking hookers, call me when your feeling wicked,
And wicked chill out in the gutters get dirty and kick it,
Cause I'm your motherfucker,
I'm that motherfucking motherfucking scrubby times let me be your
Scrubby brother
Cause I do this all the time (the weight of my life)
Weight of my life
Weight of my life
Weight of my life
Weight of my life
You need a fucking hitman who the shit with a quick plan?
A shoulder to cry on, get high or die on maybe?
Your trying to disappear to the CD side of the city for an hour,
Or night or forever player,
Just hit me, you need somebody's ass kick need to kick someone after,
You want me to the risk of doing time so that you don't have'ta?
Well that's me motherfucker
I'm that motherfucker its scrubby times let me be your scrubby brother
Cause I do this all the time (the weight of my life)
Weight of my life
Weight of my life
Weight of my life
Weight of my life
When you try to hide a dead body
Clown love, hit me up, clown love, hit me up
If you try to smuggle china white
Clown love, hit me up, clown love, hit me up
If you try to buy a tank gun
Clown love, hit me up, clown love, hit me up
If your breaking someone out of prison
Clown love, hit me up, clown love, hit me up!
I do this all the time
Weight of my life
Weight of my life
Weight of my life
Weight of my life
Do this all the time
Weight of my life (all the time)
Weight of my life (all the time)
Weight of my life I do this all the time.
The lyrics of Insane Clown Posse's song "I Do This!" speak to the idea of brotherhood in times of need. Shaggy 2 Dope and Violent J present themselves as always being available to help their fellow "scrubbies" in whatever situation they may find themselves in, whether it be needing someone to hold something for them or needing a shoulder to cry on. The song takes a dark turn as they mention being willing to help with illegal activities such as hiding a dead body or buying a gun, emphasizing the loyalty and trust among their community.
The repetitive phrase "weight of my life" throughout the song emphasizes the heaviness of the burdens that come with living the life of a "scrubby," someone who is living on the fringes of society and often involved in illegal activities. Ultimately, the song celebrates the bond of brotherhood among outcasts and emphasizes the importance of having someone to turn to in times of need.
Line by Line Meaning
What you need someone to stove for you?
Do you need someone to do illegal activities for you?
Need someone that you can blame shit on?
Do you need someone to take the blame for your actions?
You need a job or gun or somethin'?
Are you looking for employment or a weapon?
Trying to find some yay-yay-yo?
Are you looking for drugs?
You looking for some dirty work and on your way to go?
Are you looking for illegal work and on your way to do it?
You need a gun or something, ooh you looking for a titty bar?
Are you looking for a gun or a strip club?
You just trying to hang with someone whos uglier than you are?
Are you trying to hang out with someone who is less attractive than you?
(shit) well I'm your motherfucker I'm that
Well, I am the person you are looking for
Cause I do this all the time (the weight of my life)
I am used to doing these kinds of things all the time
What you looking for now when broke and you toke?
What are you looking for now that you are broke and smoking marijuana?
I know you ain't already out, fuck all that edge you smoked
I know you have not run out of drugs, forget all that complaining you are doing
You a clucker and I'm your fucking clicking brother
You are a drug addict and I am your reliable drug supplier
I know you fucked that hooker, you couldn't tell no other
I know you had sex with that prostitute and could not tell anyone else
I'm always fucking hookers, call me when your feeling wicked
I always have connections with prostitutes, call me when you feel naughty
Cause I'm your motherfucker, I'm that motherfucking motherfucking scrubby times let me be your Scrubby brother
Because I am your reliable drug supplier and a reliable partner in any illegal activity
You need a fucking hitman who the shit with a quick plan?
Do you need someone to plan and execute a hit job for you?
A shoulder to cry on, get high or die on maybe?
Do you need emotional support or someone to get high with, or even to die with?
Your trying to disappear to the CD side of the city for an hour, Or night or forever player,
Are you trying to hide or disappear from authorities or enemies for a short period or even permanently?
Just hit me, you need somebody's ass kick need to kick someone after,
Just let me know if you need someone's butt kicked or need someone to take revenge on your behalf
You want me to the risk of doing time so that you don't have'ta?
Do you want me to risk going to jail so you can avoid it?
Well that's me motherfucker
Well, I am that person
When you try to hide a dead body
If you ever try to hide a dead body
Clown love, hit me up, clown love, hit me up
Contact me, I will help you out
Do this all the time, Weight of my life
I am used to doing these types of activities, it is a part of my life
Weight of my life
These are the activities that I am used to doing and are a weight on my life
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