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.
Cruise Control
Kid Ink Lyrics
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I'm speeding on the freeway tryna get home
Pushing it to the max
She can't wait that long
Feel like I'm gonna crash and burn
I hit my last turn
But she already let my hands go like
Cruise control, let me hands go like
Cruise control, let me hands go like
Cruise control
Feel like just a week ago we were so equal
Where we get divided
My time is for me though
Wish that I could repo your love
And sew up your heart
I see you hurting from the pain
I shoulda known from the start
But now I'm speeding, leaning
Pedal to the metal
I got my reasons but all they
Worth finna losing you forever no
I'm down girl, knee deep
In between the lines
Tell me can you read this
Issues on top of issues
Better leave them in the rear view
Baby it's official i need you on my side
By my side like a pistol
So baby girl don't leave me, bring that back
Replay
I'm speeding on the freeway tryna get home
Pushing it to the max
She can't wait that long
Feel like I'm gonna crash and burn
I hit my last turn
But she already let my hands go like
Cruise control, let me hands go like
Cruise control, let me hands go like
Cruise control, let me hands go like
Cruise control
Go, why you let me go?
Really needed you there, shoulda let me know
Uh, coulda let it show
No reason to be insecure
Swear I got everything you need but you
Tell me you still need more
So now I'm swerving, far away from perfect
Then you pay attention and tell
Me it was worth it, worth this
I got my foot to where the gas
Tryna make it fast, we gotta make it last, uh
Baby I don't know how we ended up
Never thought we'd end up this way
Can't eat, can't sleep
Nobody coulda told me there would come a day
That you don't love me, you don't care
I'll be turning over, you won't be there
Gone, can't believe she gone
It didn't seem that long
But now we all alone
Musta made a wrong turn somewhere
Tell you where it is but
You heard something else he say, she say, CA
I'm speeding on the freeway tryna get home
Pushing it to the max
She can't wait that long
Feel like I'm gonna crash and burn
I hit my last turn
But she already let my hands go like
Cruise control, let me hands go like
Cruise control, let me hands go like
Cruise control, let me hands go like
Cruise control
The lyrics to Kid Ink's song "Cruise Control" tell the story of a relationship that is falling apart. The singer is speeding on the freeway, desperate to get home, as he feels like the relationship is about to crash and burn. He mentions that just a week ago, they were equal and divided, implying that something has caused a rift between them. He wishes he could repair their love and mend her hurting heart, but he realizes that he should have known from the start that they were destined for trouble.
Despite his desperation, the singer seems resigned to losing the person he loves. He mentions that he has his reasons for his actions, but they are not worth losing her forever. He is knee deep in their issues and wants to leave them behind, but he needs her by his side like a pistol, symbolizing protection and security. He pleads for her to stay and not leave him, hoping for a second chance. However, the song ends on a reflective note, with the singer realizing that he is alone and that he must have made a wrong turn somewhere.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of desperation, regret, and longing for lost love. The use of speeding on the freeway and cruise control as metaphors adds intensity and urgency to the message. It explores the theme of trying to hold on to love when it is slipping away and the frustration of not being able to turn back time to fix the mistakes made.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm speeding on the freeway tryna get home
I'm driving fast on the freeway, trying to get home quickly
Pushing it to the max
I'm pushing my car to its limits
She can't wait that long
She doesn't have the patience to wait for me
Feel like I'm gonna crash and burn
I feel like everything is going to go wrong and fail
I hit my last turn
I've reached my final opportunity or chance
But she already let my hands go like
But she has already let go of my hands, releasing control
Cruise control, let me hands go like
Like a car set on cruise control, she has let go of controlling our relationship
Feel like just a week ago we were so equal
It feels like just a week ago we were on the same level
Where we get divided
But now we have become separated or distant
My time is for me though
I prioritize and value my own time
Wish that I could repo your love
I wish I could repossess or regain your love
And sew up your heart
And mend the pain and wounds in your heart
But now I'm speeding, leaning
But now I'm rushing and leaning towards danger
Pedal to the metal
I'm pushing the accelerator pedal to the maximum
I got my reasons but all they
I have my reasons, but all they
Worth finna losing you forever no
Are not worth losing you forever, no
I'm down girl, knee deep
I'm feeling low, in a difficult situation
In between the lines
In the hidden or deeper meanings
Tell me can you read this
Tell me if you can understand or interpret what I'm saying
Issues on top of issues
We have multiple problems and complications
Better leave them in the rear view
It's better to leave them behind and move forward
Baby it's official i need you on my side
Baby, it's official, I need you by my side
By my side like a pistol
By my side like a weapon for protection
So baby girl don't leave me, bring that back
So, baby girl, don't leave me, come back to me
Replay
Repeat our relationship or restart it
Go, why you let me go?
Why did you allow or choose to leave me?
Really needed you there, shoulda let me know
I really needed your presence, you should have informed me
Uh, coulda let it show
You could have shown or expressed your feelings
No reason to be insecure
There is no need to feel doubtful or uncertain
Swear I got everything you need but you
I promise I have everything you need, but you
Tell me you still need more
Tell me that you still require or desire more
So now I'm swerving, far away from perfect
So now I'm deviating from the ideal or perfect path
Then you pay attention and tell
Then you start to pay attention and tell
Me it was worth it, worth this
That it was worth it, worth all the struggles
I got my foot to where the gas
I have my foot pressed on the accelerator pedal
Tryna make it fast, we gotta make it last, uh
Trying to make it go fast, we have to make it endure or last longer
Baby I don't know how we ended up
Baby, I don't understand how we reached this point
Never thought we'd end up this way
I never expected us to end up in this situation
Can't eat, can't sleep
I can't eat or sleep properly
Nobody coulda told me there would come a day
Nobody could have forewarned me that there would be a day
That you don't love me, you don't care
That you no longer love me, you no longer care
I'll be turning over, you won't be there
I'll be tossing and turning, and you won't be there
Gone, can't believe she gone
Gone, I can't believe she has left
It didn't seem that long
It didn't feel like a long time
But now we all alone
But now we are all by ourselves
Musta made a wrong turn somewhere
I must have made a mistake or took a wrong path somewhere
Tell you where it is but
I can tell you where it is, but
You heard something else he say, she say, CA
You have heard conflicting information or rumors, he said, she said, California
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: FRANCESCO FALLICO, S. PERSAUD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Joey Blunt
It’s been 8 years since I found this song. Ink you are timeless 💯
selina bernard
i love his tattoos
i love his caps
i love his style
i love his character
i love his beats, his lyrics his music
i love kid ink.
selina bernard
@florinsi and you need feelings for music
selina bernard
@florinsi i have :)
florinsi
You just need a boyfriend ...
cousin ryan
first got my license, cruising doing 80 on the highway, blunt in hand with this song on full volume. nostalgia
random videos posted
I LOVE THIS BEAT MAN
DoMi Booy
11 years and i still need it on spotify ^^
cian king
Loooooove Kid Inks style, its a change from most of the other rappers, and mainstream but with real lyrics:0
Eliizaah Siilvaa
amo você Kid Ink meu Lindooo♥