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.
Let's Go All The Way
Insane Clown Posse Lyrics
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Everybody has they own
Nobody is locked up
Everybody
Everybody is free to roam
Look at that scrubby (just chillin')
With a hottie on his side
Look at them rich kids, poor kids
Together on the same side
And they down to ride
Let's go all the way
(Let's go all the way)
Let's go all the way
Let's go high high high
Let's go all the way
Ain't nobody left out
Everybody gets to go
It could never be too crowded
Come on
We still pickin' up some mo'
Don't nobody hate you, playa hate you
There ain't no hate at all
Gotta hold out their hands and catch you
They'll catch you
And they never will let you fall
You ain't gotta worry all day long
Let's go all the way
(Let's go all the way)
Let's go all the way
Let's go high high high
Let's go all the way
Never no sickness
No sickness
Nobody has to die
Nobody has to die
Everything is answered
Right then and there
Never have to wonder why
(You never have to wonder why no oh)
Won't nobody rush you
No program
Be as long as you want to be
Can you guess what this place is?
Your future
Make it a reality
All you have to do is follow me
Let's go all the way
(Let's go all the way)
Let's go all the way
Let's go high high high
Let's go all the way
Let's go all the way
(Let's go all the way)
Let's go all the way
Let's go high high high
Let's go all the way
The lyrics to this song by Insane Clown Posse, "Let's Go All the Way," is essentially an invitation to a perfect world where everyone is free, equal, and happy. The song suggests that this world is possible despite the current state of the world we live in, and all one has to do is follow the singer's lead to get there. The first few lines acknowledge that there is no jealousy or division in this world. Instead, everyone has their own path to follow, but there is still unity as they all ride together towards their common goal.
The song goes on to describe how everyone is welcome and included in this world. It is never too crowded, and nobody is left behind. There is no hate, and everyone catches each other if they fall. There is also no sickness and no death, and everything is already answered. Everything that one wants to be is achievable in this world, and there are no boundaries or limitations to one's possibilities.
The chorus of the song, "Let's go all the way, let's go high high high" is a mantra that emphasizes the possibility of this world, and the singer's invitation to the listener to join in on this journey. The song encourages the listener to leave behind their current reality and follow the singer to a perfect world where they can be everything they want to be and more. The song's message is an optimistic one that suggests that everyone has the power to create a better world.
Line by Line Meaning
Ain't nobody jealous
No one is envious of others
Everybody has they own
Everyone has their own things and life
Nobody is locked up
No one is unnecessarily confined
Everybody everybody is free to roam
Everyone is free to move around as they wish
Look at that scrubby (just chillin')
Observing a casually dressed person who is relaxing
With a hottie on his side
Accompanied by an attractive person
Look at them rich kids, poor kids
Observing people from different socio-economic backgrounds
Everybody everybody together on the same side
Everyone joins together regardless of their differences
And they down to ride let's go all the way
They are ready and willing to go all the way and achieve their goals
Ain't nobody left out
No one is excluded from the group
Everybody gets to go
Everyone is invited and included
It could never be too crowded
There's always room for more people
Come on, we still pickin' up some mo'
They are encouraging more people to join them
Don't nobody hate you, playa hate you
No one has any ill will towards you
There ain't no hate at all
There's no negativity in this group
Gotta hold out their hands and catch you
They will support and catch you if you fall
They'll catch you and they never will let you fall
They will always be there to help and support you
You ain't gotta worry all day long let's go all the way
There's no need to stress because they are all in this together and will achieve their goals
Never no sickness nobody has to die
No one gets sick or dies in this utopian world
Everything is answered right then and there
All questions are immediately answered
Never have to wonder why (You never have to wonder why no oh)
There are no mysteries or unknowns
Won't nobody rush you, no program
There's no pressure to conform or follow a set system
Be as long as you want to be can you guess what this place is?
You can stay as long as you like in this place, which is implied to be a utopia
Your future make it a reality
You can create your own future and make it a reality in this utopia
All you have to do is follow me let's go all the way
They are leading the way to this utopian world and inviting others to join them
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Gary Lee Cooper
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@silvanahartog1150
it's is 2023 and they still make music. they made my life better everytime i hear a beat from a ICP song i get instantly happy.
@errolwaguespack3447
Right On 👍
@AnthoniThompsonSr-sf1gb
I wish the world was like this
@kevingoodhope7768
Sorry homie
@breakneck14
It's great that ICP has the most devoted fans. Concerts have nothing but love for one another even though it gets crazier than any other show on earth. People that hate ICP call this stupid for all the love they get but I think it's sad that those people never found a music that spoke to them the way ICP's music does.
@Asaman854
It’s called a cult following.
@itsjustlyle
"I think it's sad that those people never found a music that spoke to them the way ICP's music does."
Lol, you assume a lot. How do you know they haven't found this exact same feeling in another band?
I know personally that there are plenty of other bands with scores of devoted fans just like this.. Metallica, Tool, Ghost, the list goes on.
And I think you'll find the people who are laughing at ICP/juggalos laughing because of the ridiculous fashion, haircuts and make-up.
Not to mention they're laughable "Fuckin' magnets, how do they work?" lyrics, lol
@ogkennyp2393
Too bad they talk mad shit on all their fans cuz they're fake af
@Arc_angelgabriel
First off couldn't have said it better myself and second whoop whoop MMFWCL4L
@mappys6538
My mom told me 21 years ago that these guys are a fad and wont be around in a year....here I am 31 still banging this shit. Juggalo 4 life