Having spent the majority of the early part of his career behind the control board and not the mic, Kid Ink crafting his production skills working with multi-platinum artists like Sean “Diddy” Combs and Sean Kingston as well Yung Berg and Nipsey Hussle. Production came natural for Kid Ink, "I started making the beats because I already had several artists trying the rap thing out, so I thought I would be more useful supplying the production." But sitting behind the board was not enough for Kid Ink. Just a few short years ago, Kid Ink picked up the mic and a new contender in the Hip-Hop game was born.
Honing his skills as a songwriter creating hooks for his beats, Kid Ink stepped up his lyrical repertoire with full length and completed songs.
2010 was a breakout year in the young rapper’s career. Teaming up with world-renowned DJ ill Will and DJ Rockstar’s newly formed Tha Alumni Music Group; Kid Ink became more focused in his grind and began working on the underground hit, Crash Landing Mixtape. His hard work paid off and the music industry began to take notice. Within 10 days of its release, Crash Landing garnered critical acclaim, a position at the top of Datpiff.com’s ‘Top Mixtapes of the Week’ section and amassed an astonishing 50 thousand downloads.
After Crash Landings’ debut, national and international request to perform rolled in. Kid Ink has toured the states with stops in Los Angeles, Minneapolis, Denver, Kansas City and Buffalo; and internationally in Toronto, Canada, Zurich, Switzerland, Melbourne, Australia and Krasnador, Russia.
Solidifying himself as a real MC, Kid Ink garnered career-defining features from Hip-Hop and R&B stars including Young Money's Gudda Gudda, Roscoe Dash, Sterling Simms, Bei Maejor, Meek Mill and many more. Kid Ink’s uncompromising work ethic would not allow him to rest on his more than impressive laurels; there needed to be a ‘visual’ movement to showcase his innovative style and unique persona.
Lensed by Director Alex Nazari, Kid Ink released an astounding 8 cutting-edge music videos in 2010 alone. Tearing the Net to shreds, to date his now 26 released videos have garnered a very impressive 50 plus million views.
2011 continued to be phenomenal for the young MC. Having released his (free to the public) sophomore album Daydreamer on June 21st via the internet, the lyrical juggernaut accumulated over 150 thousand downloads in its first week. Fans went ballistic over the album that featured all original production from the likes of The Runners, Lex Luger, Jahlil Beats, Cardiak & Tha Bizness as well as major features from the Cory Gunz, Meek Mill, Ray J, Sean Kingston, Dorrough, Bei Maejor and more.
Bucking the norm of waiting for a major label deal to kick off his career, the rapper has taken his fate in to his own hands and crafted an internet campaign that rivals many of the acts resting high on the Billboard charts. With videos under his belt including Internet sensations “Lowkey Poppin,” “Please” and “Cali Dreamin,’” Kid Ink is definitely rockin’ to his own beat.
Kid Ink continued his 2011 tear by releasing “Wheels Up,” yet another all original Mixtape on October 10th to an overwhelming response. Once again outdoing the numbers his previous project accumulated. Following the release of “Wheels Up,” Ink has been on a mini “Wheels Up” tour including stops in the Bay Area, Denmark, New York, Boston, Toronto, Denver & Chicago to name a few, performing to packed crowds of 600-2,000.
Ink started 2012 red hot as the first single “Time Of Your Life” off his debut album “Up & Away” was picked up in early January by radio & the first week this song was released on iTunes it sold a staggering 20k copies. “Time Of Your Life” peaked at #32 on the Rythmic Radio Charts with 750+ spins a week and has reached an audience of over 100 million selling 160k + singles Independently. In addition, the official video for “Time Of Your Life” has reached over 12 million views on Youtube and was added to regular rotation on MTV Jams and MTV2. Following the success of “Time Of Your Life” and the follow up single “Drippin,” Ink launched his Indie album “Up & Away” in June to commercial success with 20k albums sold the 1st week in the US reaching top 20 on Billboard charts (All Albums) and #2 that week in Hip-Hop/Rap. Immediately following the success of “Up & Away” Ink toured the US, selling out shows throughout the Country including 6 Summer Jam concerts, followed by a headlining “Up & Away” UK Tour that included 25 shows in 35 days – selling out 18 of the shows. “Up & Away” has sold well over 50k albums to date (US) & over 70k worldwide.
After the immediate sales success of “Up & Away,” Ink found himself in a bidding war with all the major labels. Ink decided to cap off his career defining 2012 with another Mixtape in November of 2012 titled “Rocketshipshawty” which has done well over 600k downloads online, followed by 6 videos off the project. Starting off the New Year in 2012 Ink decided to sign a major label deal with RCA Records. On January 3rd, 2013 Ink announced his signing and launched his debut Major Label single “Bad Ass” feat MMG heavyweights Wale & Meek Mill.
His Internet game is just as tight as his rap game. His website, www.kidinkmusic.com gets between 90,000 and 150,000 hits a month, his Facebook page has over a 500,000 Likes, his Twitter game is continually growing with 300k plus Followers, Instagram over 260k follows and via HotNewHipHop.com Kid Ink has a staggering 13 million + digital downloads.
Champion
Kid Ink Lyrics
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Uh, I got a plan hit 'em with the switch up
Need my name at the top when you pour the list up
Everyday I treat the game like it's just a pick up
Treat a hundred for the club like it's just a pick up
Follow my pride and I did it all without a hiccup
Momma glad, tell me why you mad? Go get you a Snicker
It's to motivate, gotta hustle like the late great (Nip)
Champion
I'm a champion
Champion
I'm a champion
Take another hit then I blowing down your fortress
Biggie with the .44 coming up your doorstep
Plate so big gotta eat it with a forklift
Still tryna get richer, teacher told me to have more sense
I'm going in, great number one like my Jordans
Once I get that trophy I'ma pour in it
Ride around the city do a tour with it
Still here, ten toes down to the floor with it
Tell 'em
Champion
I'm a champion
Champion
I'm a, wait
Not just me but the whole team did it
Go and get them rings fitted
Tell 'em that's my word
Either you rock with it or lean with it
Put a wrench to your plans
You and all of your mans
Never had no chill and you never had no chance
Butter up that will, watch me slide in for the win
Head up to the stand, blessings amen
Restless, caged in
Watch when I'm loose
I will not lose
Y'all better move
Champion
I'm a champion
Champion
I'm a champion
In "Champion," Kid Ink talks about his ambition and determination to reach the top of his game. He shares his plan to switch things up and make his name stand out on the list while treating his career like it's just a pickup game. He reminisces about his early struggles and declares that he did it all without a single hiccup.
Kid Ink also mentions the late great Nipsey Hussle and how he serves as a motivation for him to hustle harder and achieve more. The chorus of the song serves as an affirmation of Kid Ink's champion status and his desire to win.
The second verse of the song continues with Kid Ink's bold declarations as he compares himself to Biggie with a .44 gun in hand. He says his ambitions are so big that he needs a forklift to eat them up, and even shares his teacher's advice to have more sense while he's still trying to get richer.
Overall, "Champion" is an empowering and motivational anthem that encourages listeners to strive for greatness and never give up on their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Uh, I got a plan hit 'em with the switch up
I have a plan and I am going to surprise my competition with a new tactic.
Need my name at the top when you pour the list up
I want my name to be ranked first on the list of successful people.
Everyday I treat the game like it's just a pick up
Every day, I approach my work with the same intensity and focus as I would in a casual pick-up game.
Treat a hundred for the club like it's just a pick up
I treat every $100 spent at the club as casually as a pick-up game.
Follow my pride and I did it all without a hiccup
I’ve followed my own principles and accomplished my goals without a glitch.
Momma glad, tell me why you mad? Go get you a Snicker
My mom is happy and I am confused why anyone else would be unhappy because they should have a Snickers to satisfy their hunger or anger.
And when I tell my story, it ain't for you to get sentimental
When I recount my experiences and accomplishments, it is not for you to become emotional, but rather to motivate you.
It's to motivate, gotta hustle like the late great (Nip)
My story is intended to inspire you to work hard and persevere like the late great Nipsey Hussle.
Champion
I'm a champion
Champion
I'm a champion
I am a champion and I am proud of it.
Take another hit then I blowing down your fortress
I am going to keep attacking until I defeat you and break down your defenses.
Biggie with the .44 coming up your doorstep
I am coming at you with the same ferocity as legendary rapper Biggie who famously referenced a .44 in his lyrics.
Plate so big gotta eat it with a forklift
I have put so much on my plate that I need a forklift to handle it, but I am going to eat it all regardless.
Still tryna get richer, teacher told me to have more sense
I am still trying to become wealthier, but my teacher advised me to be more sensible.
I'm going in, great number one like my Jordans
I am determined to succeed and be the best, just like the classic Air Jordan shoes are the number one choice for many athletes.
Once I get that trophy I'ma pour in it
When I win my trophy, I am going to pour some type of celebratory drink in it.
Ride around the city do a tour with it
I will ride around town and show off my trophy as if I am on a tour.
Still here, ten toes down to the floor with it
I am still standing strong, grounded like ten toes to the floor holding the trophy.
Tell 'em
Champion
I'm a champion
Champion
I'm a champion
I am sharing with you my title as a champion and I am proud of it.
I'm a, wait
Not just me but the whole team did it
I am a champion, but so is my entire team and we accomplished this together.
Go and get them rings fitted
We deserve championship rings so we should go and get them fitted.
Tell 'em that's my word
Believe me, what I am saying is the truth.
Either you rock with it or lean with it
Either you support what I am saying or you can ignore it and do your own thing.
Put a wrench to your plans
You and all of your mans
I will disrupt your plans as well as those of your entire crew.
Never had no chill and you never had no chance
I have always been driven and my opponents never stood a chance against me.
Butter up that will, watch me slide in for the win
Prepare yourself mentally, because I am going to glide smoothly towards my victory.
Head up to the stand, blessings amen
Restless, caged in
Watch when I'm loose
I will not lose
Y'all better move
I am heading towards my seat, thanking god for his blessings and cannot wait to begin. When I am in this state of mind, nothing can stop me and my opponents are warned to watch out.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Brian Collins, Graham Muron, Jeremy Coleman, Labinot Larry Gashi
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Uh, I got a plan hit 'em with the switch up
Need my name at the top when you pour the list up
Everyday I treat the game like it's just a pick up
Treat a hundred for the club like it's just a pick up
Follow my pride and I did it all without a hiccup
Momma glad, tell me why you mad? Go get you a Snicker
And when I tell my story, it ain't for you to get sentimental
It's to motivate, gotta hustle like the late great (Nip)
Champion
I'm a champion
Champion
I'm a champion
Take another hit then I blowing down your fortress
Biggie with the .44 coming up your doorstep
Plate so big gotta eat it with a forklift
Still tryna get richer, teacher told me to have more sense
I'm going in, great number one like my Jordans
Once I get that trophy I'ma pour in it
Ride around the city do a tour with it
Still here, ten toes down to the floor with it
Tell 'em
Champion
I'm a champion
Champion
I'm a, wait
Not just me but the whole team did it
Go and get them rings fitted
Tell 'em that's my word
Either you rock with it or lean with it
Put a wrench to your plans
You and all of your mans
Never had no chill and you never had no chance
Butter up that will, watch me slide in for the win
Head up to the stand, blessings amen
Restless, caged in
Watch when I'm loose
I will not lose
Y'all better move
Champion
I'm a champion
Champion
I'm a champion
panos mpekertzis
I'm not surprised... Kid ink is awesome like always!! Gj bro keep working and give us that we want to hear 💪👌
Toronto Hits
Kid Ink still got that heat 🔥
Lini Oficial
Nunca decepciona ❤
Nando7.62
Oh shit 😍😍 he's back , hear the flow ? That's the old kid ink , hell yea
Byron Songbook Music
I have been waiting for this. Kid Ink is really a legend out here !!!!
mo dowlin
Yea a lot of people have been sleep on kid ink but this one bangs
mack mine
You already know this
slim jimmy
I subscribed to you man
Tirco00
Holy shittttt. He is back look at this flow
ocerco93
@Lachlan Morgan nah its the same and it feels good, he xas losing himself.