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.
When Vampiro Gets High
Insane Clown Posse Lyrics
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The lyrics to Insane Clown Posse's song When Vampiro Gets High are quite difficult to interpret as they are essentially a collection of seemingly random phrases and sentences. The song starts with the introduction of Vampiro, who is referred to as the child of the rancid, retched darkness. The lyrics also mention other characters such as Maniac Killer and Super Unknown Hero. There are references to violence and murder throughout the song, with lines such as "wet blood trails drain through the streets of Detroit" and "killing, murdering, stabbing".
One interpretation of the lyrics could be that they are describing the activities of a group of vigilantes or gang members who take justice into their own hands. These individuals are referred to as killers and murderers who engage in violent acts such as chopping and shooting. The mention of Vampiro and other characters may suggest that these acts are committed by a group of like-minded individuals who have come together under a common cause.
Overall, the lyrics of When Vampiro Gets High are difficult to fully understand and may be open to interpretation. The song appears to contain themes of violence and vigilantism, with references to several characters who are involved in these activities.
Line by Line Meaning
(ready... just remember its school you gotta be faster though, we gotta go vampiro, child of the rancid, retched darkness, vampiro, I am truly a through it faster.)
We need to prepare quickly and move fast, as we are on a time crunch. We're heading towards our destination: Vampiro, a dark and twisted creature. I, too, am eager and ready to go.
why? (because we don't have that much space)
We need to hurry because we don't have much time or room to move around.
I'm feelin' it man, they're gonna break it up.
I can sense that something is unsettling and may prevent us from completing our mission.
(the name is vampirogo)
We are nearing our destination, which is Vampiro's domain.
bomb your fuckin ass on bed of butcher knives mother fucker .(mother juggaloust, maniack iller, super unknown hero.
We are a powerful force that should not be underestimated. We are Juggalos, insane killers, and unsung heroes.
(vampiro) yeah a true hatred manoxide
We are filled with hatred, especially towards Vampiro. Manoxide shares this sentiment.
(jimmy madrox) oh fuck ok that's that dude from twiztid.
Jimmy Madrox recognizes a member of Twiztid and is surprised to see them.
shaggy writer, long reign the lotus killers. then again it is my privilege to power facker
Shaggy is a skilled writer and the Lotus killers have been in power for a long time. It's also an honor for me to be able to support them.
open up the Pandora's box bitch boy and I am one of six killers jimmy violent j.
We are about to unleash something dangerous, and I am one of six members who will cause destruction. My name is Jimmy Violent J.
(wet blood trails drain through the streets of detroit) like fago packing, cutting, shooting) and maybe lighting your dick on fire bitch. (woo!)
There is bloodshed on the streets of Detroit and we are responsible for it. Just like how we pack and cut Fago, we will cause destruction. We may even take it to the extreme and set someone on fire. (Excitement and enjoyment)
(manoxide) blaze what the fuck? yeah manoxide, blaze (blaze)
Manoxide is asking Blaze if he is also excited about our mission. Blaze confirms his agreement.
and of course off a juggalos DICK mother fucker (a juggalos body) oh... the result of six, all hail the lotus pod from hence we came and when our job is complete we will serial murdering maniac killers, killing, murdering, stabbing (chopping, alright...
We take pleasure in killing and causing destruction, especially to Juggalos. The six of us are united under the name Lotus Pod, and when our mission is finished, we will have caused widespread violence and chaos.
(the lotus pod) the lotus pod (the lotus pod) the lotus pod fucka! return to (in your wrists, in your wrists) in my nuts (no, in your wrists) look at the microphone
We are chanting our group name, the Lotus Pod, with pride. We will soon return back to our respective places, as indicated by pointing to our wrists. We remind ourselves to stay focused on the music and performance instead of getting distracted.
(the lotus pod) the lotus pod (the lotus pod) my big dick (your big dick) my big.. DICK!
We continue to chant our group name, the Lotus Pod, with added vulgar comments about our genitalia. (Crude humor)
(alright the next level, six maniac killa's. the lotus POD! (the lotus pod) the lotus that's a rap) pod (look at me not mi...i mean look at the microphone not me. don't look me
We are excited for the next level of our mission, but remind ourselves to stay focused on the music and not get carried away by looking at each other. Watch the microphone instead.
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