Rudolf has worked with many artists as either a producer, writer, or guitarist. Examples include Frazer McGonigle, A.K.A Rezza Boiii, Scott Rimell AKA Masta Nasty, Timbaland, the Black Eyed Peas, Lil’ Kim, LL Cool J, Justin Timberlake, Kevin Lyttle, Kanye West, Britney Spears, David Banner, T.I., Flo-Rida, The Neptunes, Rick Ross, Lil Wayne and Ludacris. Rezza Boii and Rudolf collaborated on a new track called "Wikky", available on free download in fall 2010.
Rudolf's first full album, 'In the City', was released on November 24, 2008. It includes the hit single “Let It Rock”, which prominently features Lil' Wayne, and sold well while receiving mixed critical reviews. “Let It Rock” was used as the main theme for the WWE’s '2009 Royal Rumble' pay-per-view event as well as the theme for the 2009 'NBA All-Star Game'. That song additionally reached #5 on the Billboard U.S. Hot 100 chart, #5 on the U.K. Singles Chart, #3 on the Australian ARIA Chart, and #2 on the Canadian Hot 100. As well, “NYC”, featuring Nas, was featured on 'CSI: NY' on November 5, 2008 as well as opening up the 3rd episode of MTV’s 'The City' on January 5, 2009.
“Welcome to the World” is another popular single by Rudolf, peaking at #75 on the Hot Canadian Digital Singles chart. His aforementioned debut album debuted and peaked at #94 on the Billboard 200 and #74 on the Canadian Albums Chart. Released on June 15, 2010, Rudolf's next album, 'To the Sky', also has garnered a warm fan response.
Welcome to the World
Kevin Rudolf Lyrics
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You got your pop star, I'll be your rock star
When it's a suicide, you call it superstar
Check out the forecast, predictions wont stop
You get your fifteen, and then they take the spot
Lets go, lets go and then you're ready to go
Lets go lets go 'cause it's the end of the show
Lets go lets go, lets go lets go
All the time that you were gone,
I thought about how things went wrong
Now you're coming down to earth
Okay, hello, welcome to the world
She saw the bright lights, she caught the fever
She got contagious, she never leave it
So no more time spent and no more free shit
In fact this free ride has reached its destination
Lets go, lets go and then you're ready to go
Lets go lets go 'cause it's the end of the show
Lets go lets go and when its over, you'll know
Lets go lets go, lets go lets go
All the time that you were gone,
I thought about how things went wrong
Now you're coming down to earth
Okay, hello, welcome to the world
Life's a tour, I'm so sure
The ex so pure before you exit girl
No more games, I confess
Far from lame I'm just so fresh
Who but me? It's the big boss
New kid on the block, Mr. Rudolf (Kevin)
Two stars, hold your applause
I hold it down he holds all guitars
Half my life I sacrificed, but I only came to party tonight
New chicks, get my drinks up
Every weekend we can link up
New rings, with the pink cuts
You'll need a passport, get your Minks up
Took my turn she love it, each touch
And when she closes her eyes this what she thinks of, Boss
All the time that you were gone,
I thought about how things went wrong
Now you're coming down to earth
Okay, hello, welcome to the world
Welcome to the world, welcome to the world, welcome to the world, welcome to the world
The song "Welcome to the World" by Kevin Rudolf is a fast-paced anthem that gives listeners an insight into the world of fame and the music industry. The opening lines "You got your pop star, I'll be your rock star, When it's a suicide, you call it superstar" suggest that being in the limelight comes with its dangers and challenges. The chorus of the song, "Welcome to the world, welcome to the world," speaks to the idea that fame and fortune come at a cost, and the world is not always a friendly place.
As the song progresses, the lyrics touch on various topics and themes like the pressure to stay at the top, the fickle nature of the music industry, and the cost of fame. The lines "All the time that you were gone, I thought about how things went wrong. Now you're coming down to earth, okay, hello, welcome to the world," depict the idea of someone who has made it to the top only to fall from grace finally coming to terms with reality.
Overall, Kevin Rudolf's "Welcome to the World" is a powerful commentary on the glamor and the harsh realities of success, the music industry, and the perils of fame.
Line by Line Meaning
Welcome to the world, welcome to the world
Introducing you to the reality of the world
You got your pop star, I'll be your rock star
I'll be there for you, whether you need someone to lift you up or to ground you
When it's a suicide, you call it superstar
In the entertainment industry, sometimes people are praised for making poor choices and behaving recklessly
Check out the forecast, predictions wont stop
There will always be people trying to predict your future, but you have the power to change it
You get your fifteen, and then they take the spot
You may get a brief moment of fame, but it's fleeting and someone will always be waiting to take your place
Lets go, lets go and then you're ready to go
Get ready to take on the world
Lets go lets go 'cause it's the end of the show
The show is over, time to move on and face reality
All the time that you were gone,
I thought about how things went wrong
Now you're coming down to earth
Okay, hello, welcome to the world
Reflecting on past mistakes and the need to come back to reality
She saw the bright lights, she caught the fever
She got contagious, she never leave it
So no more time spent and no more free shit
In fact this free ride has reached its destination
Someone got caught up in the excitement of fame, but it's time for it to end
Lets go lets go and when its over, you'll know
Once you face reality, you'll understand that the fame and excitement were temporary
Life's a tour, I'm so sure
The ex so pure before you exit girl
No more games, I confess
Far from lame I'm just so fresh
Who but me? It's the big boss
New kid on the block, Mr. Rudolf (Kevin)
Two stars, hold your applause
I hold it down he holds all guitars
Half my life I sacrificed, but I only came to party tonight
New chicks, get my drinks up
Every weekend we can link up
New rings, with the pink cuts
You'll need a passport, get your Minks up
Took my turn she love it, each touch
And when she closes her eyes this what she thinks of, Boss
Describing the glamorous lifestyle of an entertainer, where they sacrifice a lot to party and experience new things, but ultimately it's a temporary illusion
Lyrics © NODOPROD INC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., DIGITAL 1 MEDIA SERVICES INC., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ivan Corraliza, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, Kevin Winston Rudolf, William Leonard Roberts
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@JimBobSr
This song came into my head for no reason. Now I am here.
@davidflores-pf8xe
2018
@elizabethgray3433
Me to hehe x
@alijafar2996
Oh yes definitely
@snatchhoe
Yeah same
@aigeee
cool
@albertramirez6981
One of the most underrated rock songs from the 2000s
@yzy2024
Everything about him is forgotten and underrated
@Kowasawa
@@yzy2024That's what I'm saying. I miss hearing his songs man
@serioussilliness2064
Fuck censorship