1) [1] a UK hi… Read Full Bio ↴There are three musical projects by the name of Kano --
1) [1] a UK hip hop / grime rapper
2) [2] a classic italo-disco project.
3) [3] a Japanese singer who covers Vocaloid songs.
[1] In his early teens Kano attended Langdon Comprehensive School in East Ham, Newham, where his mother still works. Kano was a promising footballer, representing Chelsea F.C., Junior Hammers and Norwich City by the age of thirteen, but in the end he abandoned his sporting ambitions in favour of a musical career. His cousin Jonathan Fortune plays for Charlton Athletic.
His first track was "Boys Love Girls". Kano first became known on the UK grime scene for his work with his original group, N.A.S.T.Y Crew (Natural Artistic Sounds Touching You). From this springboard he was signed as a solo artist and began work on his debut solo album.
He is signed to 679 Recordings and is a label mate of The Streets. He was also a key member in East London’s N.A.S.T.Y. Crew. However, since being signed to 679 recordings, he has now left N.A.S.T.Y Crew, and took Demon and Ghetto with him.
Home Sweet Home was a great critical success, from across the British press, most notably The Independent and The Observer, two creditable UK based newspapers. Many artists in the UK and US have expressed positive views of the album, including Busta Rhymes, Nas, RZA, Jay-Z, Andre 3000 and Chuck D of Public Enemy.
Towards the end of 2005, Kano also released a mixtape, Beats & Bars, which is currently only available at his concerts.
London Town was released on September 10, 2007, which included hit single, "This Is The Girl", featuring Craig David. London Town includes tracks featuring Gorillaz member Damon Albarn formerly of Blur, Kate Nash, Craig David, Vybz Kartel and Leo The Lion.
Kano is also releasing a special Deluxe Limited Edition that includes a DVD featuring a interview with Kano, This Is The Girl video and acoustic studio footage with Craig David.
Kano has now left 679 recordings.
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[2] Kano was a post-disco music project formed in 1979 by Italian-based producers/musicians Luciano Ninzatti, Stefano Pulga and Matteo Bonsanto. They were early producers of a style of Italian dance music called Italo-disco, a blend of 1970s disco and funk with the addition of synthesizers.
Kano's sound was first heard on radio stations and in dance clubs around the world with their debut hit single, 1980's "I'm Ready", from their self-titled debut album (which also included the minor hits, "It's a War" and the instrumental track "Cosmic Voyager"). The b-side of "I'm Ready", "Holly Dolly" used the same essential production elements. "I'm Ready" also peaked at #21 on the Black Singles chart. "It's a War" was also a big hit on the Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart in the U.S., reaching #2 for five weeks.
The project went on to record two other albums, including 1981's "New York Cake" (which included the minor hits "Don't Try to Stop Me", and "Can't Hold Back") and 1983's "Another Life" (including the title track and "I Need Love") which introduced West Indian-born singer Glen White. Their last song was 1985's "This Is the Night".
"I'm Ready" was later used as a sample on a few songs, such as Gigolo Tony's 1986 hit "Hokie Pokie" and Rofo's 1987 hit "Flashlight In A Disconight". The most well-known use of it as a sample is on Tag Team's 1993 hit, "Whoomp! (There It Is)". "Another Life" was remixed by Master Blaster featuring in their 2003 album "We Love Italo Disco". "Another Life" was also sampled in the 2005 track "Discopolis" by Lifelike & Kris Menace. "Ikeya Seki" was sampled by the French electro house artist Kavinsky for his track "Grand Canyon", which appeared on his 2007 EP, 1986.
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[3]Romanized name of the utaite 鹿乃, for a full biography, check that page.
Ghetto Kid
Kano Lyrics
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So why the ghetto shit?
I dunno what happend its just what the ghetto did
I wear my trousers low
Almost near my knees
And every where you go you almost always get this beef
'cause I'm a ghetto kid
And if we get together we could have a ghetto kid
I'll let these people know
Don't fuck with me
I've got my knife and I could get a 9 milli
I'm a ghetto kid
I said I'm just a ghetto kid
I'm a ghetto kid
East london were the metal is
Where big shotters lick out white mountains like everest
Most don't know were heaven is
Forgive me I'm rollin with deamon, I'm devilish
You all know that I never miss
I'm a beat specialist
Niggas know I'm blowin up shows like a terrorist
And if they don't know then tell 'em this
K to the izo N O
And fucking just remember this
I rip it for the ghetto kids
Some niggas don't even know were the ghetto is
Please nigga find me a glass, no
See me in see town and roll with the V6 east six east town
Its me man, I'm just me I'm a gan
I've been writin since P99
My hearts in the prison
I master the rhythm like heartless ambition
I'm a ghetto kid
I do ghetto shit
The lyrics to Kano's song "Ghetto Kid" describe his identity as a young person growing up in the ghetto. He doesn't understand why he has to engage in activities that are typical of the ghetto, yet he finds himself doing them. Kano talks about how he dresses, and the issues he faces because of how he appears. He describes how he can't walk anywhere without people starting trouble with him.
Kano talks about the women he loves and how he is going to have children with them, but he says that he doesn't want anyone to mess with him because he knows how to protect himself. He exaggerates by telling people he has weapons to scare them off, which also shows how defensive he is.
Kano also shares some of the experiences he's had in the "East London" where he's from, and what life is like for him and others who live there, especially the drug dealers who have made it their base. Kano also describes his music journey and how he is determined to succeed, despite his challenging background.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm a ghetto kid
I come from an underprivileged area
So why the ghetto shit?
Why do I have to deal with the struggles of living in a ghetto?
I dunno what happend its just what the ghetto did
I didn't choose to be from the ghetto, it's just where I come from
I wear my trousers low
I dress to fit in with the other kids in my area
Almost near my knees
I wear my trousers very low, almost to the point of being impractical
And every where you go you almost always get this beef
I encounter conflict and violence wherever I go because of my background
'cause I'm a ghetto kid
Being from the ghetto is the reason for my behavior
So I love ghetto chicks
I'm attracted to girls from the same area as me
And if we get together we could have a ghetto kid
If we start a family, our child would also be from the ghetto
I'll let these people know
I'll make it clear to others
Don't fuck with me
Don't mess with me or you'll regret it
I've got my knife and I could get a 9 milli
I have weapons and am prepared for self-defense
East london were the metal is
I'm from East London where guns are prevalent
Where big shotters lick out white mountains like everest
Drug dealers make a lot of money in my area
Most don't know were heaven is
Many people from my area have never experienced a good quality of life
Forgive me I'm rollin with deamon, I'm devilish
I'm involved in criminal activities and acknowledge that it's wrong
You all know that I never miss
I'm skilled and always deliver in my music
I'm a beat specialist
I'm proficient in producing beats for my music
Niggas know I'm blowin up shows like a terrorist
People recognize my talent in performing at music shows and events
And if they don't know then tell 'em this
If people don't know about me, they should be informed
K to the izo N O
Referring to himself, the artist Kano
I rip it for the ghetto kids
I create music for people from similar backgrounds as mine
Some niggas don't even know were the ghetto is
Some people are unaware of what it's like to come from an underprivileged area
Please nigga find me a glass, no
I'm asking for a glass of alcohol
See me in see town and roll with the V6 east six east town
I can be found in C-Town and I represent East 6th Street
Its me man, I'm just me I'm a gan
I'm just being myself and sticking to who I am, including my background
I've been writin since P99
I've been writing music since 1999
My hearts in the prison
I've been affected by the justice system and have friends or family in prison
I master the rhythm like heartless ambition
I'm confident in my ability to create music and feel a sense of ruthless determination
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: SAMUEL, FRASER LANCE THORNEYCROFT SMITH, KANE BRETT ROBINSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Thothme.
"Too many Grime MC's take that word 'emcee" lightly.
They can't move the crowd, not even lightly.
It might be the fact that they express wackenss.
Let me show ya ass who's is the blackest.
I flip the script a little bit, you ride the tip and shit. Too sick to get with it, admit you a bit, your style is counterfeit, now Tone it down a bit.
My title you will never get, I'm too intelligent."
Grime niggas act like they don't know.
USA Hip Hop
Kane
i remember this track from years ago i always knew this tune was sik but ive only just realized how hard the lyrics are
Johnny D Legend
This track has one of the best beats, bar none.
Adriana
I LOOOOVE Kano!
Bob Martins
I swear kano is so underrated and dutty oh my days. Duttyyy
bc
SWAG AS FUCK
Lucas Bomber
Still bangin
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think this song is early 2006! such a tune.
Craig Dillon
Rolling with the nines
Nekromortum
This guy is 100% right ghetto originally reffered to Jewish areas during WW2 in Nazi controlled parts of Europe, with Warsaw having ther most famous example. Therefore if we are going to debate the meaning of ghetto this definition must be our first port of call.
Kane
yess old school grime