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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But those rides just aren't for everyone
Bought my ticket I'ma have a run
In the maze (WHOOOO!)
If I don't come back or right away
Give me time at least a half a day
Don't just leave me lost and blown away
In the maze (WHOOOO!)
Hello ladies and gentlemen I'm Jeff Nipple
And I'm Jimbo Jizm
Welcome to the Dark Carnival's amazing maze
Over 5000 ways to get in, and no way out
Let's meet today's volunteer
This is Rick
We like to call him Rick the Dick
Dickface here is a wealthy entrepreneur
Who smacks his wife around
And buys his way in and out of everything
Let's see how Mr. Toughguy fairs up in the amazing maze
(Violent J)
What up bitch? I'm Violent J
I'll be your guide for today, k?
Good, got mad doors and mad floors
Hallways, crawlways, walls for nedens
Make a left just before you make a right
And your left should be to your right
If your lefts right, right?
Good, begin the show
Go on ahead boy and open up the first door
(Shaggy 2 Dope)
Welcome to a theatrical thriller
Meet Jack Doobie a serial killer
With a chainsaw, he takes your arm at the elbow
You get it back if you make it out though
Fuck ain't no use crying all day
You need to take your bitch ass back down the hallway
You gotta be a man at least you learned
Everything you get in the maze you've earned
(Violent J)
Keep runnin times a tickin on the clock
You might want to tie that stump up with a sock
Turn right it might look the same
But you makin tracks through the room of thumbtacks
This really ain't shit
About a million tacks and the room spins a bit
If you stay on your feet you'll be okay
Oh let me get out of your way
Oh boy Rick the Dick is in a bit of a jam there Jeff
That's right Jimbo
He looks like a ragdoll flippin and spinnin like that
You can always witness spectacles truly amazing
Within the amazing maze
Let's see where else Rick's adventures
Will lead the little dickwipe
(Violent J)
Hahaha, so you got a few tacks in your balls
Pick 'em all out and head right back down the halls
What's this? Dead end, doors locked
It's a long way back, just knock
Oh should've turned around no doubt
Ain't nuthin that we got to sit and argue about
Keep going make a left, right left
Now run straight ahead some more
Open up the door
Slide in the sheets, nice breeze
Relax ninja take it with ease
The maze is a place of magic
Many surprises, your dick rises
Lay down expect the best
In comes your lover with a hairy chest
Hello sexy I'm grim love
Let me have a look at your uhh milk dud
(Violent J)
Aww shit you fell for that
I ain't gonna tell you got your hole ring tapped
All that dissin of the opposite sex
And look who just got they butthole flexed
Wait! What's that?
The walls are closing in, fuck dat
Hurry run for your life
Ohh he'll be alright
How's that sit with you Jimbo?
First he gets plugged with bullets
Then he gets his butt plugged
I think he's a fuckin idiot, Jeff
I mean what kind of asshole
Can't find his way out of this maze?
You gotta be a real dickbuffer
To wind up here in the first place
Right you are Jimbo
Let's watch the big dick fuck up some more
(Violent J)
Alrighty ain't no need to fear
If there's a way out it's gotta be near
Hey yo look a phone
You still got one good arm so it's on
Can you hear? Ahh tongue in your ear
Drop it the phones got a life of it's own
Kiss me man hey come on
Slip down the slide go faster
Bed of nails, disaster
Quit screaming yo, hurry the fuck up and open the door
(Shaggy 2 Dope)
Woods, trees you're outside
Lots of places for creeps to hide
Watch your step, AHHHH, backdraft
Caught your foot and the ankles left
Creepin off with your stump
Feel something in the rump
Holla's, yeah they gonna get you
How does it feel bitch get the picture
(Violent J)
Back indoors hey at last
Look at your family behind the glass
They look weird, they're sayin something
Listen up, "you've fucked up, you've fucked up"
Oooh they're laughin and they're pointing at you
At least you know what they're sayins true
It's one last door you made it home, or
Or what? Once again it's on
Ferris wheels and bumper cars are fun
But those rides just aren't for everyone
Bought my ticket I'ma have a run
In the maze (WHOOOO!)
If I don't come back or right away (Hey)
(Shaggy 2 Dope)
Hey man cut that shit
What the fuck man, happy friendly shit man
Fuck dat
It's supposed to be wicked in this bitch man
Turn that shit off
The song "The Amazing Maze" by Insane Clown Posse is a twisted journey through a maze where the participants have no idea where they are going, and there seems to be no way out. The first verse of the song speaks about how fair rides like ferris wheels and bumper cars are fun but not everyone likes them, unlike the maze. The chorus has a catchy tune that speaks about buying a ticket to enter the amazing maze, but if one fails to come back right away, one must give them half a day.
The second verse showcases the hosts of the amazing maze, Jeff Nipple, and Jimbo Jizm, who introduce the day's volunteer, Rick the Dick, an abusive, rich entrepreneur. Violent J declares himself the guide for the day, leading Rick through a series of doors, hallways, crawlways, walls for nedens, and rooms with thumbtacks. Shaggy 2 Dope introduces Jack Doobie, a serial killer with a chainsaw who cuts off the arm at the elbow. If you make it out of the maze alive, you get your arm back.
The song has a storytelling structure that matches the rap-rock genre of the Insane Clown Posse. It is a horrorcore track that is also humorous in parts. It showcases the wicked creativity of the duo and speaks to the dark carnival mythology that they have created through their music. The song speaks about the consequences of arrogance, abusive behavior, and hubris, where despite being rich and powerful, Rick the Dick becomes lost in the maze.
Line by Line Meaning
Ferris wheels and bumper cars are fun
Enjoying amusement park rides like Ferris wheels and bumper cars can be entertaining
But those rides just aren't for everyone
However, not everyone finds joy in those specific rides
Bought my ticket I'ma have a run
I have purchased my ticket and I am ready to participate in the maze
In the maze (WHOOOO!)
I am excited to enter the maze
If I don't come back or right away
If I don't return immediately
Give me time at least a half a day
Please allow me some time, maybe even half a day
Don't just leave me lost and blown away
Don't abandon me feeling confused and overwhelmed
In the maze (WHOOOO!)
I am still in the maze and seeking my way out
Hello ladies and gentlemen I'm Jeff Nipple
Greeting everyone, I am Jeff Nipple
And I'm Jimbo Jizm
And my name is Jimbo Jizm
Welcome to the Dark Carnival's amazing maze
Welcome to the Dark Carnival's fascinating maze
Over 5000 ways to get in, and no way out
There are countless entrances to the maze, but no clear exit
Let's meet today's volunteer
Now, let's introduce our volunteer for today
This is Rick
Please welcome Rick
We like to call him Rick the Dick
We affectionately refer to him as Rick the Dick
Dickface here is a wealthy entrepreneur
This wealthy entrepreneur, with a disrespectful attitude, is Rick
Who smacks his wife around
He is known for physically abusing his wife
And buys his way in and out of everything
He has the habit of using his money to manipulate situations
Let's see how Mr. Toughguy fairs up in the amazing maze
Let's observe how this self-proclaimed tough guy handles the challenges of the maze
(Violent J) What up bitch? I'm Violent J
Addressing the audience, I am Violent J
I'll be your guide for today, k?
I will serve as your guide throughout this experience, okay?
Good, got mad doors and mad floors
Great, there are numerous doors and floors awaiting us
Hallways, crawlways, walls for nedens
We will encounter hallways, tight spaces, and walls designed to confuse
Make a left just before you make a right
Take a left turn before proceeding right
And your left should be to your right
Surprisingly, your left turn will actually lead you right
If your lefts right, right?
If your left turn is correct, right?
Good, begin the show
Perfect, let's start the maze
Go on ahead boy and open up the first door
Go ahead and open the initial door, my friend
(Shaggy 2 Dope) Welcome to a theatrical thriller
Welcome to a thrilling and dramatic experience
Meet Jack Doobie a serial killer
Allow me to introduce you to Jack Doobie, a notorious serial killer
With a chainsaw, he takes your arm at the elbow
Using a chainsaw, he will forcefully remove your arm at the elbow
You get it back if you make it out though
However, if you successfully navigate through, your arm will be returned to you
Fuck ain't no use crying all day
There's no point in crying for an extended period of time
You need to take your bitch ass back down the hallway
Instead, gather yourself and continue through the hallway
You gotta be a man at least you learned
You must display resilience and grow stronger from the experience
Everything you get in the maze you've earned
Whatever you acquire within the maze, you have truly earned it
(Violent J) Keep runnin times a tickin on the clock
Continue running, as time is rapidly passing
You might want to tie that stump up with a sock
Consider using a sock to secure your injured stump
Turn right it might look the same
When you turn right, the environment may appear identical
But you makin tracks through the room of thumbtacks
However, you are leaving behind traces in the room filled with thumbtacks
This really ain't shit
This challenging situation is not as significant as it may seem
About a million tacks and the room spins a bit
Countless thumbtacks cover the room, causing disorientation
If you stay on your feet you'll be okay
As long as you maintain your balance, you will be fine
Oh let me get out of your way
Apologies, please proceed without any hindrance
Oh boy Rick the Dick is in a bit of a jam there Jeff
Rick the Dick seems to be facing a dilemma, Jeff
That's right Jimbo
Indeed, Jimbo
He looks like a ragdoll flippin and spinnin like that
His movements resemble that of a flailing ragdoll, continuously spinning
You can always witness spectacles truly amazing
In the maze, you will consistently encounter astonishing spectacles
Within the amazing maze
Inside this incredible maze
Let's see where else Rick's adventures
Let us observe where Rick's journey
Will lead the little dickwipe
Will take this foolish person
(Violent J) Hahaha, so you got a few tacks in your balls
Hahaha, it appears you have encountered some discomfort in your groin area due to the thumbtacks
Pick 'em all out and head right back down the halls
Remove all the thumbtacks and proceed along the corridors
What's this? Dead end, doors locked
Wait, we have reached a dead end and the doors are locked
It's a long way back, just knock
Backtracking would take a significant amount of time, so let's try knocking
Oh should've turned around no doubt
You made a wrong decision and should have retraced your steps, undoubtedly
Ain't nuthin that we got to sit and argue about
There's no point in wasting time arguing over the situation
Keep going make a left, right left
Continue forward, take a left, then a right, and another left
Now run straight ahead some more
Now, continue running straight ahead for a while longer
Open up the door
Proceed by opening the door
Slide in the sheets, nice breeze
Now, slide into the sheets and enjoy the gentle breeze
Relax ninja take it with ease
Relax, my friend, and enjoy the moment without stress
The maze is a place of magic
The maze is a mystical and enchanting space
Many surprises, your dick rises
You will encounter numerous surprises that may elicit excitement
Lay down expect the best
Lie down and anticipate positive experiences
In comes your lover with a hairy chest
Suddenly, your partner with a hairy chest appears
Hello sexy I'm grim love
Greetings, my attractive companion, I am known as grim love
Let me have a look at your uhh milk dud
Allow me to examine your private area, often referred to as a milk dud
(Violent J) Aww shit you fell for that
Oh no, you fell for that deception
I ain't gonna tell you got your hole ring tapped
I won't reveal that your anus has been violated
All that dissin of the opposite sex
After all the negativity towards the opposite gender
And look who just got they butthole flexed
It's ironic that you, yourself, have had your anus manipulated
Wait! What's that?
Hold on! What is happening now?
The walls are closing in, fuck dat
The walls are gradually moving closer, that's unacceptable
Hurry run for your life
Quickly, run to save your life
Ohh he'll be alright
Oh, he will be fine
How's that sit with you Jimbo?
What are your thoughts on this matter, Jimbo?
First he gets plugged with bullets
Initially, he was shot multiple times
Then he gets his butt plugged
Now, his anus has been violated
I think he's a fuckin idiot, Jeff
In my opinion, Jeff, he is a complete fool
I mean what kind of asshole
I mean, what kind of stupid person
Can't find his way out of this maze?
Is unable to navigate through this maze?
You gotta be a real dickbuffer
You must genuinely lack intelligence
To wind up here in the first place
To find oneself in this situation initially
Right you are Jimbo
You are absolutely correct, Jimbo
Let's watch the big dick fuck up some more
Let's continue observing this foolish individual make more mistakes
(Violent J) Alrighty ain't no need to fear
Alrighty, there's no reason to be afraid
If there's a way out it's gotta be near
If there is an exit, it must be close by
Hey yo look a phone
Hey, look! There's a phone
You still got one good arm so it's on
You still have one functional arm, so use it
Can you hear? Ahh tongue in your ear
Can you hear me? The sound is near your ear
Drop it the phones got a life of it's own
Release the phone, as it possesses its own autonomy
Kiss me man hey come on
Show me some affection, my friend, come on
Slip down the slide go faster
Slide down quickly, increasing your speed
Bed of nails, disaster
Expect a bed filled with nails, a potentially disastrous situation
Quit screaming yo, hurry the fuck up and open the door
Stop screaming, my friend, and quickly open the door
(Shaggy 2 Dope) Woods, trees you're outside
Now, you find yourself outside, surrounded by woods and trees
Lots of places for creeps to hide
This environment provides ample hiding spots for suspicious individuals
Watch your step, AHHHH, backdraft
Be careful where you step, as there may be unexpected dangers, like a sudden gust of wind
Caught your foot and the ankles left
Your foot has been snagged, leaving you with injured ankles
Creepin off with your stump
Someone is stealthily stealing your injured limb
Feel something in the rump
You perceive a sensation in your buttocks
Holla's, yeah they gonna get you
Voices, yup, they are going to capture you
How does it feel bitch get the picture
Do you understand now, you worthless individual?
(Violent J) Back indoors hey at last
Finally, we find ourselves back indoors
Look at your family behind the glass
Observe your family members standing behind the glass
They look weird, they're sayin something
Your family appears unusual, and they are saying something
Listen up, "you've fucked up, you've fucked up"
Pay attention, they are saying, "You have made a significant mistake, a grave error"
Oooh they're laughin and they're pointing at you
Oh, they are laughing and gesturing towards you
At least you know what they're sayins true
At least you are aware that what they are saying is true
It's one last door you made it home, or
There is one final door, and then you will be back at home, or...
Or what? Once again it's on
Or, what awaits beyond that door? The unknown continues
Hey man cut that shit
Hey man, stop playing that upbeat and joyful music
What the fuck man, happy friendly shit man
What the hell, playing happy and friendly music in this dark and twisted situation?
Fuck dat
Forget that
It's supposed to be wicked in this bitch man
This environment is meant to be wicked and dark, my friend
Turn that shit off
Please, turn off that music
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Vaporbomb
It's crazy how I haven't heard this song in almost two decades, it pops up and I remember all the lyrics
brandon freeman
Same. Weird.
jay mer
Classic
T.j Smith
Literally the same for me. I heard this back in way early 2000s and I still remember all the lyrics like i heard it yesterday
Fah Q
Correct
Jeff’s World
Same. First heard in 2000 and haven’t heard since 03. Every word.
Andy Badass
2019 and the pervert is still old school
Shelby Milton
2019 and still kick ass!
Antonia Wember
i love listening to this with my ear buds in and singing it in front of my mom :)
SadBadge
Madrox is just on an absolute other level constantly