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.
If I Was King
Insane Clown Posse Lyrics
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big bag piles of jewels for my homies
we would go to war and take everybodys land
no clothes alound for female citizens
titties and nedens exposed for the public
i run around gropin these hoes and the love it
give these little kids a little somthin to drink
you free all hookers and pimps out the clink
everybody gotta get a SV tag Cuz
we run this bitch parades on daily
every criminal out there gotta pay me
fuck that five hoes lickin my ass
we sit around bonfires burnin our cash
dance for me hoe and feed me grapes before i throw that ass to the snakes
If i was a king
you mother fuckers wouldent have to worry about a damn thing
i got this bitch
shits under control
i got this bitch
shits under control
If i was a king
you mother fuckers wouldent have to worry about a damn thing
i got this bitch
shits under control
i got this bitch
shits under control
if i was a king there wouldent be no generals
i call the shots pimp cups with emeralds
i piss in my own halls clean that shit up
i sleep for weeks in a time wouldent get up
i wouldent do shit but accumulate paper
lookin at the penthouse of a skyscrapper
its all mine all blew out the window
i let it blow everywhere rain on the people
fine hoes no autographs only bubble baths
nedens get blown out and thrown in the trash
the balls in my nut bag will be to big ass diamonds
you see them through my underwear shinin
step back when the king is comin down the street
with the murderest fleet rumbleing your feet
im riding on a dinosaur if i was a king with the hair on my hoes they suck my dick and everything
If i was a king
you mother fuckers wouldent have to worry about a damn thing
i got this bitch
shits under control
i got this bitch
shits under control
If i was a king
you mother fuckers wouldent have to worry about a damn thing
i got this bitch
shits under control
i got this bitch
shits under control
if i was king id shoot arrows in my city
if they hit sombody then there luck was shitty
when you meet this king do more then bow
do three summersaults and a flip some how
id send ninja assasins to kill other kings
and run around there lands settin fire to things
bendtime power this king wouldent care
and i would sample every mother fuckin neden out there
If i was a king
you mother fuckers wouldent have to worry about a damn thing
i got this bitch
shits under control
i got this bitch
shits under control
If i was a king
you mother fuckers wouldent have to worry about a damn thing
i got this bitch
shits under control
i got this bitch
shits under control
The lyrics of "If I Was King" by Insane Clown Posse is a bold and provocative song about what the singer would do if they were in charge. The song expresses a desire for power, control and hedonistic pleasure, with bold promises of war, sexual favors and unlimited wealth. The lyrics suggest the singer would be a tyrant who wants to rewrite the laws to suit themselves and surround themselves with luxury while disregarding the consequences for others. It is a fantasy of total domination and control with little regard for human decency or morality.
At the same time, the provocative and intimidating lyrics are delivered with a playful, sarcastic attitude and tongue-in-cheek tone that suggests the song is meant to be taken with a grain of salt. The song can be interpreted as a parody of the cliché of power fantasies and rap culture excesses, highlighting the absurdity of such desires, and the destructive nature of unchecked ego and greed.
Line by Line Meaning
If I was a king all bitches would blow me
As a king, I would expect every woman to perform oral sex on me.
Big bag piles of jewels for my homies
My friends would receive large amounts of wealth in the form of precious stones and metals.
We would go to war and take everybodys land
I would lead my armies to conquer and seize control of all territories.
No clothes alound for female citizens
Women would be prohibited from wearing clothing in public.
Titties and nedens exposed for the public
Breasts and genitals would be openly displayed by women in public spaces.
I run around gropin these hoes and they love it
I would engage in unwarranted sexual touching of women, who would supposedly enjoy it.
Give these little kids a little somthin to drink
Children would be given intoxicating substances.
You free all hookers and pimps out the clink
Prostitutes and their clients would be released from jail.
New days mutha fucka I rewrite the laws
I would personally rewrite all existing laws and regulations.
Everybody gotta get a SV tag 'cause
All individuals would be required to obtain a specific type of identification tag.
We run this bitch parades on daily
Public parades would be a regular occurrence.
Every criminal out there gotta pay me
All wrongdoers would be required to provide me with payment.
Fuck that five hoes lickin my ass
I would refuse to engage in sexual activity involving multiple women performing oral sex on me.
We sit around bonfires burnin our cash
We would recklessly waste our wealth in a celebratory manner.
Dance for me hoe and feed me grapes before I throw that ass to the snakes
Women would be expected to perform sensual dances and feed me grapes before being sexually exploited.
If I was a king
You mother fuckers wouldn't have to worry about a damn thing
I got this bitch
Shits under control
As a competent king, the citizens under my rule would not have any reason to be concerned as everything would be under my control.
If I was king there wouldn't be no generals
I would not have any generals or other military leaders assisting me in making decisions.
I call the shots pimp cups with emeralds
I would be in charge and make all important decisions while enjoying luxurious cups adorned with emeralds.
I piss in my own halls clean that shit up
I would urinate in my own royal halls and expect others to clean up after me.
I sleep for weeks in a time wouldn't get up
I would spend extended periods of time sleeping without concern for governing or ruling.
I wouldn't do shit but accumulate paper
My main focus would be to gather and increase my wealth.
Lookin' at the penthouse of a skyscrapper
Its all mine all blew out the window
I let it blow everywhere rain on the people
From my penthouse apartment, I would toss my wealth out the window to rain down on the people below me.
Fine hoes no autographs only bubble baths
Attractive women would be expected to give me personal attention by bathing me.
Nedens get blown out and thrown in the trash
Genitals of sexual partners would be disregarded and thrown away after use.
The balls in my nut bag will be to big ass diamonds
You see them through my underwear shinin'
My testicles would be so large and valuable that the outline would be visible through my underwear.
Step back when the king is comin' down the street
With the murderest fleet rumbling your feet
As king, I would travel with a fleet of dangerous individuals, causing others to fear and respect me.
I'm riding on a dinosaur if I was a king with the hair on my hoes they suck my dick and everything
As king, I would ride a dinosaur and metaphorically have complete control over all women to the point where they would perform sexual acts on me without hesitation.
if I was king id shoot arrows in my city
I would randomly shoot arrows in public places of the city I rule over.
If they hit somebody then there luck was shitty
Anybody who got hit by my arrows would be considered unlucky.
When you meet this king do more then bow
Do three somersaults and a flip some how
When meeting me, people would be expected to perform physically demanding and impressive maneuvers as a sign of respect.
Id send ninja assassins to kill other kings
And run around there lands settin' fire to things
I would send ninjas to assassinate other rulers and cause destruction in their territories.
Bendtime power this king wouldn't care
And I would sample every mother fuckin' neden out there
I would possess the power to manipulate time and cause destruction without any regard, and engage in sexual activity with any woman I desire.
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