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.
It's on
Kid Ink Lyrics
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I knew it wouldn't be no easy road (Ear Drummers)
And all they wanna do is see me fall
I can't let it go (GT)
Now it's personal
Now it's personal
Now it's personal
Now it's personal
Go, go
Thought it was over but I'm back again
They tried to hold me down and back me in
I gotta, keep all my enemies as close as friends
So close I can taste (taste)
That's that sweet revenge (revenge)
This gon' be the end
But you won't see the end
I know you seen the scars (I'm tatted)
Deep beneath the skin
I'm gon' make you feel it (feel it)
I can't find my feelings (feelings)
War made me a killer (killer)
The world made me a villain (villain)
No, this ain't nothing we ain't seen before
I knew it wouldn't be no easy road
And all they wanna do is see me fall
I can't let it go
Now it's personal
Now it's personal
Now it's personal
Now it's personal
I can't let it go
Go, go
Said, any day could be that time
Better watch your back end
'Till the day that I flat-line
Can you see my new moves
You ain't seen my bad side
You don't wanna cross that line
I'mma loose my last mind
I'm tryna get in my zone
All of your energy wrong
I know at the end of the day
I'mma be sittin' alone
You ain't wanna run into me
You shouldn't have sit at the throne
No, this ain't nothing we ain't seen before
I knew it wouldn't be no easy road
And all they wanna do is see me fall
I can't let it go
Now it's personal
Now it's personal
Now it's personal
Now it's personal
I can't let it go
Go, go
The lyrics to Kid Ink's song "It's On" are about his determination to rise above the obstacles and haters that come with fame. He acknowledges that he has been in this situation before and is not phased by it. He knows the road ahead will not be easy, but he is willing to fight for his success. Kid Ink expresses his frustrations with the people who want to see him fail but promises to keep going, and the pressure has become personal. He talks about the scars from his past and how he will make his enemies feel it. Kid Ink is ready to take revenge, and nothing will stop him.
Kid Ink acknowledges that he has been in this situation before in the lyrics, "No, this ain't nothing we ain't seen before. I knew it wouldn't be no easy road." He understands that his journey to success will be challenging but is determined not to let any obstacles stop him. The haters, referred to as "they" in the lyrics, just want to see him fail, but Kid Ink refuses to let go of his dreams.
The line "This gon' be the end, but you won't see the end" is about Kid Ink's enemies, whom he promises will not see his downfall. The scars he mentions are the signs of the struggles he has faced in his journey so far, which have contributed to making him the person he is today. He will make his enemies feel the pain he has felt, and nothing will stop him.
Overall, the song is about Kid Ink's determination to succeed despite the challenges he faces, and he promises to take revenge on anyone trying to hold him back.
Line by Line Meaning
No, this ain't nothing we ain't seen before
I've been through tough times before, and this is just another obstacle.
I knew it wouldn't be no easy road (Ear Drummers)
I anticipated that this journey would come with its difficulties.
And all they wanna do is see me fall
My haters want me to fail, but I won't let them have the satisfaction.
I can't let it go (GT)
I can't forget the hurt and the hate, I need to use it as motivation to keep going.
Now it's personal
This conflict has become deeper than just business or competition, it affects me personally.
I'm tryna get in my zone
I'm focusing on my goals and trying to block out any negative influences or distractions.
All of your energy wrong
The energy you bring towards me is negative and I won't let it slow me down.
Can you see my new moves?
I'm not stagnant, I'm constantly evolving and adapting to new challenges.
You ain't seen my bad side
I have a fierce and aggressive side that my enemies should fear.
I'mma loose my last mind
If pushed too far, I'm not afraid to fight back with everything I've got.
Now it's personal
This rivalry has escalated to a point where it is emotionally charged for me.
I can't find my feelings (feelings)
I'm so focused on my goals and proving my haters wrong that I'm pushing my emotions aside.
War made me a killer (killer)
My upbringing and past struggles have made me tough and resilient.
The world made me a villain (villain)
The constant negativity and hate that I face has painted me as a bad guy, but I won't let that define me.
Said, any day could be that time
I'm aware that my enemies might be plotting against me and that danger could come at any moment.
Better watch your back end
My enemies should be cautious because I'm always prepared and vigilant.
You don't wanna cross that line
If you keep trying to mess with me, eventually I'll cross a line that I can't come back from.
I'm tryna get in my zone
I'm blocking out negativity and focusing on what I need to do to succeed.
I know at the end of the day
Despite all the hate and obstacles, I'm confident that I will come out on top.
I'mma be sittin' alone
Success may come at the cost of losing some relationships or being isolated, but it's a sacrifice I'm willing to make.
You ain't wanna run into me
My enemies know to fear me and avoid any confrontation.
You shouldn't have sit at the throne
If you wanted to be the best, you shouldn't have challenged me because I hold the power.
Go, go
I'm motivated and ready to keep going, never giving up or letting my guard down.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Brian Todd Collins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Camdogg07
Here since 2010 & still playin' this in 2017! 🔥🔥
Dnce
2021
Yasin Ayaz
2020
Stayfana
Im playing 2018
T
All day!!! 💯🔥
babyboitheone
STRAIT SLAPPER!!!!!!This dude keeps getting better and better!! Good Shit!! Big Ups Kid Ink. We would tear some shit up!
Paul Raaijmakers
Sick beat !!
Marko Stojanoski
2019 still crackin’
DJ KLIMAxXx
2020 and this still bumps‼️💯🔥🔥.
Virtua Heart
2021 still SLAPS