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.
STAAAAAAAAALE!!!
Insane Clown Posse Lyrics
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Short arms and deep pockets be sure to lock it real special
You won't go drivein through our neighborhood your fuckin
STAAAAAAAAALE!!!
Your women wait on you to sleep then sneak out on a creep and come back home and kiss you
Leave some nut on your cheek because that bitch a freek but you just fake like you asleep your fuckin
STAAAAAAAAALE!!!
This mother fucker got a chicken neck fool ain't never earned a check
STAAAAAAAAALE!!!
Bitch you got a big fuckin ass titties flashin like strobe lights
You bitches know we gotta go but you ain't fuckin tonight you ain't right I think I know what's wrong with you boo your fuckin
STAAAAAAAAALE!!!
Jump back off me
Get your stale ass off me
Jump back off me
Back your stale ass off me
I'm fresh I'm fresh
So fresh so fresh
So fresh because I won't have stress
No stress
Jump back off me
Get your stale ass off me
Jump back off me
Back your stale ass off me
I'm fresh I'm fresh
So fresh so fresh
And I don't need that staleness bitch ass!
We swing both ways and still swear that's your pimp hand
Plus your thirty somthin or other supported by your motha
Fuckin chickies without a rubber your fuckin
STAAAAAAAAALE!!!
These rappers spittin wicked shit with panties on under there jeans
Actin like there topgun but run when I pop one
You get a bullet in your smile disrespectin our style your fuckin
STAAAAAAAAALE!!!
Tou can use this as if you legit but to me your just ass talkin poop and shit
You know you should quit before we boot you lip your fuckin
STAAAAAAAAALE!!!
You say you seen bigfoot in your backyard you need to get smacked hard
Your stalkin a fat lard your windows and doors bared
You covered up the tattoo head of a jokers card you fuckin
STAAAAAAAAALE!!!
Jump back off me
Get your stale ass off me
Jump back off me
Back your stale ass off me
I'm fresh I'm fresh
So fresh so fresh
So fresh because I won't have stress
No stress
Jump back off me
Get your stale ass off me
Jump back off me
Back your stale ass off me
I'm fresh I'm fresh
So fresh so fresh
And I don't need that staleness bitch ass!
The lyrics of Insane Clown Posse's song STAAAAAAAAALE!!! are a hard-hitting critique of people who are phony, unreliable, or simply unpleasant. The song employs a variety of insults and accusations to convey these sentiments. The first verse uses the image of someone with short arms and deep pockets, a tightwad who won't help anyone else out. The chorus then calls this person out as "stale", signifying that they are out of touch with the dynamic, creative energy of the world around them. The second verse describes someone who is cuckolded by their partner, unaware of what is going on around them. The third verse has ICP proclaiming their superiority to someone who is lazy, unproductive, and relies on scams and handouts to get by. Finally, the fourth verse mocks someone who is trying to be sexy, but failing horribly.
The song's underlying message is one of authenticity and vitality. By contrasting these qualities with the negative traits of the people they are criticizing, ICP emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and engaged in the world. The repeated use of the word "fresh" serves to reinforce this theme, echoing the idea of being vibrant, alive, and in the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
You were fuckin penny pencha id never give a incha
You are a miserly person, and I wouldn't give you anything.
Short arms and deep pockets be sure to lock it real special
You have short arms and deep pockets, so you should make sure you lock your valuables up really well.
You won't go drivein through our neighborhood your fuckin
You won't dare to drive through our neighborhood because we don't like you.
STAAAAAAAAALE!!!
You are incredibly boring and stale.
Your women wait on you to sleep then sneak out on a creep and come back home and kiss you
Your women cheat on you, and you pretend to be asleep when they come back to kiss you.
Leave some nut on your cheek because that bitch a freek but you just fake like you asleep your fuckin
Your woman leaves semen on your cheek because she's a freak, but you pretend to be asleep. You are incredibly boring and stale.
This mother fucker got a chicken neck fool ain't never earned a check
You are a weak person who has never earned any money.
We took a watch off a deadman after a car wreck and scam and live your life as weak as you can your fuckin
We stole a watch from a dead man after a car accident. You are living your life as weak as possible. You are incredibly boring and stale.
Bitch you got a big fuckin ass titties flashin like strobe lights
You have a big ass and breasts that flash like strobe lights.
You bitches know we gotta go but you ain't fuckin tonight you ain't right I think I know what's wrong with you boo your fuckin
You girls know that we have to go, but you won't have sex with us tonight. Something is wrong with you, and you are incredibly boring and stale.
Jump back off me
Get away from me.
Get your stale ass off me
You are incredibly boring and stale, and I don't want to be near you.
I'm fresh I'm fresh
I am exciting and new.
So fresh so fresh
I am incredibly fresh.
So fresh because I won't have stress
I am fresh because I don't have any stress.
No stress
I don't have any stress.
These rappers spittin wicked shit with panties on under there jeans
Other rappers are trying too hard to look tough but actually wearing panties under their jeans.
Actin like there topgun but run when I pop one
Other rappers act like they are tough, but they run away when I challenge them.
You get a bullet in your smile disrespectin our style your fuckin
If you disrespect our style, I'll shoot you in the mouth because you're incredibly boring and stale.
Tou can use this as if you legit but to me your just ass talkin poop and shit
You might seem legit, but to me, you are just talking a bunch of nonsense.
You know you should quit before we boot you lip your fuckin
You should quit talking before I hit you in your mouth because you're incredibly boring and stale.
You say you seen bigfoot in your backyard you need to get smacked hard
If you claim to have seen Bigfoot in your backyard, I'll hit you hard in the face because that's ridiculous.
Your stalkin a fat lard your windows and doors bared
You're stalking a fat slob, and you have your windows and doors barricaded.
You covered up the tattoo head of a jokers card you fuckin
You covered up the tattoo of a Joker's card, and you're incredibly boring and stale.
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