There are three musical projects by the name of Kano --
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.

I don't know why
Kano Lyrics

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This is Kano you should know my name
Yeah I make beats but flows my game
And I ain't got no G-Unit, piece or my home crew ain't got no fros and chain
It's Kano like I said before
I can spit rock grime hip hop and more
I seen old school fall to the floor
but I'm a (badger?) and I get raw in the war

It's Kano let me say it again
K-A-N-O let that stay in your brain
If its a good flow then it must be Kane
I ain't normally this boasty I must admit
I write songs but I hustle a bit
So I ain't got a problem with busting a lip
And I already bussed on the road
So bussing mainstream ain't nothing old

I know I'm bait but I get tempted time and time again
But I know I aint got no time for fucking playing games
Cos if I'm on crime but I write rhymes then I'll go either way
And I don't know why that I'm so blind that I can't see the way
I can't see the way

It's Kano you should know my name
Yeah I make beats but flows my game
They don't like the way that I rolled on the road
Roll in the club like I just rolled in off the road
Roll out with rich chicks that roll in the golf
(12345 to much gash Timmaah!)
Free chicks (?) some on the road
Kano is about to give them something to blow
And when (?) theres something went wrong
Wait this is your week why would I be dropping you home?
Look if you're not dropping your clothes then showing us toes
I'll keep hold of your phone and we're robbing your golf
Jack (?) telly and land line phone, DVD player and remote control
Now we're on the motorway heading for home
Looking ever so bait on the A4 road
bait (?) end of my face is flames
Please tell me why I'm still playing games

I know I'm bait but I get tempted time and time again
But I know I aint got no time for fucking playing games
Cos if I'm on crime but I write rhymes then I'll go either way
And I don't know why that I'm so blind that I can't see the way

(?) that's a big step for me
And I will make mistakes so let me be
Yeah I will bring thugs to the set with me
And they take home clothes they was meant to leave
So what if I can't behave myself
I get in so much shit I amaze myself
My names Kano I know you heard of me
Yeah I make beats but but...

I got a way with the ladies, a way with my words
Up, down, right through that's the way I prefer
If I (?) then I'll be on the curb
Cause I don't give a crap about being commersh
I know you've already heard the flow
Cause I've been on the grime scene getting reloads
When in doubt (?) still getting (?) on I still treat it all the same

If I don't act right then road's to blame
If I hot up a (?) and I don't want to pay
Cause I don't want a cheque I want cash today
If you told me invoice I might smash your face

I'm underground please believe
I just want the piece and scrap the fame
How could I ever change over change
I'll never change I'm the same, Kane

I know I'm bait but I get tempted time and time again
But I know I aint got no time for fucking playing games
Cos if I'm on crime but I write rhymes then I'll go either way

And I don't know why that I'm so blind that I can't see the way
I can't see the way

Overall Meaning

In Kano’s song “I Don’t Know Why,” he introduces himself and emphasizes his abilities in the music industry. He mentions that he can spit rock grime, hip hop, and more, but unlike his peers, he does not have a G-Unit, fros, or chains. Kano acknowledges his reputation and how he is often baited into trouble. He talks about bringing thugs to his sets and their propensity to take clothes that were meant to be left behind, leading to more problems. Despite his notoriety, Kano is still grounded and wants to stay focused on his original goals. He made it clear that he just wants to make some money and scrap the fame. Furthermore, this song talks about how he is not blind, yet he cannot see the way, emphasizing the struggle involved.

Overall, the song deals with Kano's anxiety about fame and staying true to himself, while also recognizing the temptations that come with celebrity status. He is also honest about his shortcomings, both in his personal behavior and in his rhymes. The hauntingly bleak tone captures the struggle of staying grounded and focused while battling external and internal issues.

Line by Line Meaning

This is Kano you should know my name
Introducing himself as a rapper named Kano.

Yeah I make beats but flows my game
While he produces beats, rapping is his strong suit.

And I ain't got no G-Unit, piece or my home crew ain't got no fros and chain
He and his crew don't have flashy jewelry or clothing associated with G-Unit.

It's Kano like I said before
Reiterating his name for the listener to remember.

I can spit rock grime hip hop and more
He can rap in various styles, including rock, grime, hip hop, and others.

I seen old school fall to the floor
Acknowledging that old school rap has lost popularity.

but I'm a (badger?) and I get raw in the war
Describing himself as a determined and fierce rapper ready for any competition.

It's Kano let me say it again
Reintroducing himself as Kano for impact.

K-A-N-O let that stay in your brain
Spell out his name for the listener to remember it.

If its a good flow then it must be Kane
Implying that a good rap flow can only come from Kano.

I ain't normally this boasty I must admit
Admitting that he doesn't usually brag.

I write songs but I hustle a bit
Aside from writing songs, he also hustles for money.

So I ain't got a problem with busting a lip
He is willing to fight if necessary.

And I already bussed on the road
He has already experienced success as a rapper on the streets.

So bussing mainstream ain't nothing old
Transitioning to mainstream success won't be a challenge for him.

I know I'm bait but I get tempted time and time again
Although he is aware of the risks of his lifestyle, he still gets tempted to indulge in them.

But I know I aint got no time for fucking playing games
He is too focused on his career to waste time on trivial matters.

Cos if I'm on crime but I write rhymes then I'll go either way
He recognizes that he can easily be swayed between a life of crime and a career as a rapper.

And I don't know why that I'm so blind that I can't see the way
He is unsure why he can't see the right path to take.

It's Kano you should know my name
A repetition of his name for emphasis.

They don't like the way that I rolled on the road
Others don't approve of his behavior and choices on the streets.

Roll in the club like I just rolled in off the road
Entering a club as if he just came from the streets.

Roll out with rich chicks that roll in the golf
Leaving the club with wealthy women who play golf.

(12345 to much gash Timmaah!)
Unknown based on these lyrics alone.

Free chicks (?) some on the road
Having sexual encounters with women (some on the streets) without commitment.

Kano is about to give them something to blow
He is about to show off his rapping skills to these women.

And when (?) theres something went wrong
Unknown based on these lyrics alone.

Wait this is your week why would I be dropping you home?
Playing hard to get and leaving a woman hanging.

Look if you're not dropping your clothes then showing us toes
Expecting sexual favors in return for his attention.

I'll keep hold of your phone and we're robbing your golf
He will steal their phones and rob their golf equipment if they don't comply.

Jack (?) telly and land line phone, DVD player and remote control
He would steal various electronics from them as well.

Now we're on the motorway heading for home
Leaving the club and heading back home.

Looking ever so bait on the A4 road
Trying to look cool while driving home.

bait (?) end of my face is flames
Unknown based on these lyrics alone.

Please tell me why I'm still playing games
Questioning why he still participates in such dangerous and reckless behavior.

(?) that's a big step for me
Unknown based on these lyrics alone.

And I will make mistakes so let me be
Admitting to making mistakes and asking for forgiveness.

Yeah I will bring thugs to the set with me
Bringing his tough friends along to his shows.

And they take home clothes they was meant to leave
Taking clothing that didn't belong to them.

So what if I can't behave myself
He doesn't care if he gets into trouble or doesn't follow the rules.

I get in so much shit I amaze myself
He is always in trouble and surprises himself with the severity of it.

My names Kano I know you heard of me
Reminding the listener of his name and that he is famous.

Yeah I make beats but but...
Returning to the idea that rapping is his forte, not beat making.

I got a way with the ladies, a way with my words
Explaining his charm and charisma.

Up, down, right through that's the way I prefer
He likes to move quickly between situations and be versatile.

If I (?) then I'll be on the curb
Unknown based on these lyrics alone.

Cause I don't give a crap about being commersh
He doesn't care about being commercial or mainstream.

I know you've already heard the flow
Assuming that his audience has already heard his style.

Cause I've been on the grime scene getting reloads
Explaining that he has been in the grime music scene for a while and is well known there.

When in doubt (?) still getting (?) on I still treat it all the same
Unknown based on these lyrics alone.

If I don't act right then road's to blame
Blaming his behavior on the environment of the streets.

If I hot up a (?) and I don't want to pay
Unknown based on these lyrics alone.

Cause I don't want a cheque I want cash today
Preferring to be paid in cash instead of a check.

If you told me invoice I might smash your face
He would react violently if someone tried to make him use an invoice instead of paying in cash.

I'm underground please believe
He considers himself a part of the underground rap culture.

I just want the piece and scrap the fame
Preferring monetary success over fame.

How could I ever change over change
He won't change his values for the sake of success or fame.

I'll never change I'm the same, Kane
Reiterating that he won't change and that his name is Kano.

I know I'm bait but I get tempted time and time again
Repeating the idea that he is often tempted by dangerous behaviors.

But I know I aint got no time for fucking playing games
Reiterating that he is focused on his career and won't waste time.

Cos if I'm on crime but I write rhymes then I'll go either way
Repeating the idea that he can easily be swayed between a life of crime and a career as a rapper.

And I don't know why that I'm so blind that I can't see the way
Repeating the idea that he doesn't know why he can't find the right path to take.

I can't see the way
Reiterating that he can't find the right path to take.

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