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.
Hello World
Kid Ink Lyrics
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It's been a minute (I know you miss me, yeah)
Egh. Kid Ink
I said
Hello baby, guess who back? It's been a minute
I been fiending for your love like crack, from the beginning
When I didn't know you quite like that, knew we would hit it off
You ain't gotta wait no more, I got what you came for
I said fucking with me promise that you'll wake up with a hangover
Champagne, we celebrating for every day that we never ate
It's evident I'll never change, gonna be this way forever baby
Echelon keep elevating, bunch of bitches, hella haters
Add them up while I just keep it 100, exclamated
Don't blame me, the pressure made me
Treat this game like Wrestlemania
Off top of the ropes, so high hit the floor like
Hello world (what up?), know it's been a minute
Hello world (what up?), made it out the city
Hello world, been all around the map saying
"Hello baby, guess who back? I know you missed me"
Hello world (what up?), know it's been a minute
Hello world (what up?), made it out the city
Hello world, been all around the map saying
"Hello baby, guess who back? I know you missed me"
Hold it baby just like that, I need a picture cuz
Ain't nobody gonna believe that I was with you now
Bizzack in the room, where we beez at in the party
About to kill it with one shot, you dearly departed
T-T-Take off, first class. Still ducking the po-po
All this money, I still get it for the low-low
World been stone cold so I stay burning one
Roll up, all night. I been running from the sun
Trying to bring the trophy back, to the city
Whole team going "rah rah rah", representing
We on, everything is a go, never take a T.O. (here we go)
I know you missed me
Hello world (what up?), know it's been a minute
Hello world (what up?), made it out the city
Hello world, been all around the map saying
"Hello baby, guess who back? I know you missed me"
Hello world (what up?), know it's been a minute
Hello world (what up?), made it out the city
Hello world, been all around the map saying
"Hello baby, guess who back? I know you missed me"
Hello baby guess who back? (Guess who's back)
Yeah I know you missed me
Made it out the city and the rest is all history
Hello world (what up?)
Hello world (what up?)
Hello world (I said), been all around the map saying
"Hello baby guess who back? I know you missed me"
Hello world (what up?)
Hello world (what up?)
Hello world
Hello baby, guess who back?
Kid Ink’s song “Hello World” is an exuberant self-celebration of his success and return to the scene. The refrain literally says it all, Kid Ink is saying hello to the world, reminding everyone who he is, and that he’s been all around the globe while stating that he knows his fans have missed him. The opening line is a confident claim to fame with Kid Ink announcing his comeback to the world in a hip hop fashion. When he greets the world, he claims he knows they have missed him, referring to his loyal fans. “Hello World” is an embodiment of his triumph over obstacles, having come from the bottom to the top of the game.
The first verse is from a romantic perspective, where Kid Ink reveals his fondness for his love interest. He confidently asserts that he has what they have been looking for and lays out all the ways he’ll make their time together memorable. Kid Ink speaks to his background, saying that he’s always been the same, even after having attained celebrity status. In the second verse, Kid Ink sings about what it’s like to live the luxury life, with the confidence he has gained, having been around the world. The final lines make clear that despite all of his success, he’s still the same person he’s always been.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello baby, guess who back? It's been a minute
I am back, baby, after being gone for a while. I know you missed me.
I been fiending for your love like crack, from the beginning
I have been wanting your love since the beginning, and I just can't get enough.
When I didn't know you quite like that, knew we would hit it off
Even though I didn't know you very well at first, I knew that we would hit it off.
Now we somewhere getting lost, rockstars with no guitars
We are now somewhere lost in the moment, feeling like rockstars without any guitars.
You ain't gotta wait no more, I got what you came for
You don't have to wait any longer, as I have what you came for.
I said fucking with me promise that you'll wake up with a hangover
If you mess with me, then be ready to wake up with a hangover, as things are going to get crazy.
Champagne, we celebrating for every day that we never ate
We are celebrating every day, as we have come a long way since struggling to afford food.
It's evident I'll never change, gonna be this way forever baby
It's very clear that I won't change, as I'm going to be like this forever, baby.
Echelon keep elevating, bunch of bitches, hella haters
I am always elevating, with a lot of women and haters trying to bring me down.
Add them up while I just keep it 100, exclamated
I am just keeping it real, while others are adding up lies, emphasized with an exclamation.
Don't blame me, the pressure made me
Don't put the blame on me, it's just the pressure that made me this way.
Treat this game like Wrestlemania
I am treating this game like Wrestlemania, with intense competition and performance.
Off top of the ropes, so high hit the floor like
I'm jumping from the top ropes, so high that I hit the floor hard.
Hold it baby just like that, I need a picture cuz
Hold that pose, baby, as I need a picture to prove I was with you.
Ain't nobody gonna believe that I was with you now
Without this picture, nobody is going to believe that I was with you.
Bizzack in the room, where we beez at in the party
I am back in the room, where we belong, with the buzz at the party.
About to kill it with one shot, you dearly departed
I am about to kill it with one shot, and you will be blown away.
T-T-Take off, first class. Still ducking the po-po
I am taking off in first class, but still trying to avoid the police.
All this money, I still get it for the low-low
Despite having a lot of money, I still manage to get things at a low price.
World been stone cold so I stay burning one
The world has been harsh, so I keep burning one to keep me going.
Roll up, all night. I been running from the sun
I roll up all night, while running from the rising sun.
Trying to bring the trophy back, to the city
I am trying to bring the trophy back to our city and make everyone proud.
Whole team going "rah rah rah", representing
The entire team is pumped up and representing our city with enthusiasm.
We on, everything is a go, never take a T.O. (here we go)
We are on and ready for anything, and we won't take a break or timeout.
Hello baby guess who back? I know you missed me
I am back, baby, and I know you missed me.
Hello world, been all around the map saying
Hello world, I have been everywhere, saying...
"Hello baby guess who back? I know you missed me"
..."I'm back, and I know you missed me."
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BRIAN COLLINS, JOE KHAJADOURIAN, ALEXANDER SCHWARTZ, RINALDO CERRI, GEORGES GRANIER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Real 1
Kid Ink,
I've been following you since 2010. I always hear your music in the bus, in school, after school, at home, when I do homework or playing videogames...
I love you and you're music and the way you are!♡
I'm proud of you that you made it this far in your carrier! You're my star and my idol!
I Hope Your Dreams Will Come True!
Happy New Year :)
Kid Ink
Ⓜ️oB Shawty🅥
HELLO
A7YD
hello world
Irina Stoleru
🚬🚬✌️✌️😎👍👍💕
Jenna Camphoo
Kid lnk I love you
Daveon .spears
Such a fan bro
ZaGayPriest
Damn 2015 was a really great year for me, WWE 2K16 was released on 27th October 2015 and my birthday was 29th. Got this for my birthday and played it for the rest of my holidays until January 2016. I was 13 back then, never had to care about anything. No college, no stress about my future, no Covid. Just being a kid playing WWE with my friends.
JDINCINERATOR
I shouldn't like a song like Hello World but damn it's irresistible and WWE 2K16 had an awesome soundtrack.
Dru_da_gangsta
I’ll never forget it dropped on my 14th birthday and I got the NXT edition life was good 🔥
Milk Man2.0
Best memories a game has to offer 😪😭😭loved growing up with this game 🥺