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.
Last Time
Kid Ink Lyrics
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Swear I was on one
Last time I felt like this
I swear nigga on one
I be on some shit they ain't ready for
Pull up in the whip, they ain't ready for
With a bunch of bad bitches
See high they get, they ain't ready for
Come see for yourself, I turn up
Don't need no help
With a bunch of bad bitches
Trying to wild out
Girl so bad, put her on time out
Looking for the real, you can find out
Tell her there's a party back in my house
If I can't chose I can parlor
I ain't sitting in the back
I don't give a fuck, no
Shake that ass when the bass hit
Hope I don't forget it to the waitress
It's trouble in the air, I can taste it
Bottle in my hand, I'm a face it
It's Mustard on the beat
Ho, and anything bang, no reload
A nigga in the game, no chick ho
Tear it like the motherfucking cico
Now everything automatic, walk in this bitch
If I want it I grab it
Going in like a nigga never had it
Walk on green like on motherfucking caddy
Nowhere in my range, not in my car
Get out of my lane i'm sitting at the bar
Drink away my pain before I go insane
They ain't ready for, yeah
They ain't ready for
It's Kid Ink, they ain't ready for
Alumni, they ain't ready for
Ill Will, they ain't ready for
Hardhead, they ain't ready for
DJ Tech, they ain't ready for
Devin Cruise, they ain't ready for
In Kid Ink's song "Last Time," the lyrics depict a sense of being on a high, intoxicating state. The repetition of "Last time I felt like this, I swear I was on one," emphasizes that the singer is experiencing a unique and intense feeling. The use of the phrase "on one" suggests being under the influence of drugs or alcohol, heightening their state of mind.
The lyrics also express a feeling of being ahead of others, being on a different level. The singer mentions being on some "shit they ain't ready for," indicating that they are doing things that others cannot comprehend or handle. They arrive in a car, accompanied by "bad bitches," who further display their extravagant lifestyle and desire to push boundaries.
The second verse reveals the singer's carefree attitude towards life. They express a lack of concern for consequences, focusing on enjoying the present moment. The reference to shaking their ass when the bass hits and hoping not to forget to tip the waitress highlights their dedication to indulgence and pleasure. They also acknowledge a sense of trouble in the air, possibly alluding to the potential consequences of their actions, but they are unfazed and ready to face it.
In summary, "Last Time" by Kid Ink portrays a high-energy, reckless lifestyle fueled by indulgence and the desire to live in the moment. It depicts a feeling of being on top, pushing boundaries, and not caring about the consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
Last time I felt like this I
The previous occasion I experienced such emotions
Swear I was on one
I confidently assert that I was in an elevated state
I swear nigga on one
I genuinely affirm that I was truly elevated
I be on some shit they ain't ready for
I engage in activities that others are not prepared for
Pull up in the whip, they ain't ready for
Arriving in a vehicle, they are unprepared for it
With a bunch of bad bitches
Accompanied by a group of attractive women
They ain't ready for
They are not prepared for this situation
See high they get, they ain't ready for
Observe their level of intoxication; they are unprepared for it
Come see for yourself, I turn up
Come witness it firsthand; I elevate the energy
Don't need no help
I do not require assistance
Trying to wild out
Attempting to behave in a wild or uninhibited manner
Girl so bad, put her on time out
The girl is exceptionally attractive, so she deserves special attention
Looking for the real, you can find out
Searching for authenticity; you can discover it
Tell her there's a party back in my house
Inform her that there is a lively gathering at my residence
If I can't chose I can parlor
If I am unable to decide, I can settle in comfort
I ain't sitting in the back
I refuse to occupy a position of lower status
I don't give a fuck, no
I do not care at all
Shake that ass when the bass hit
Move your buttocks rhythmically when the bass sound is heard
Hope I don't forget it to the waitress
I hope I do not overlook expressing gratuity to the server
It's trouble in the air, I can taste it
There is an ominous atmosphere; I can sense it
Bottle in my hand, I'm a face it
I hold a bottle in my hand; I will confront the challenges
It's Mustard on the beat
The music production is skillfully conducted by the artist DJ Mustard
Ho, and anything bang, no reload
Addressing a person of low value; everything is excellent without the need for recharging
A nigga in the game, no chick ho
An individual actively involved in the competitive industry, not relying on significant others
Tear it like the motherfucking cico
Destroying the situation with great enthusiasm and energy
Now everything automatic, walk in this bitch
Now, everything functions effortlessly as I enter this place
If I want it I grab it
When I desire something, I directly seize it
Going in like a nigga never had it
Entering with an attitude as if I have never experienced such luxury
Walk on green like on motherfucking caddy
Moving confidently forward, as if walking on a luxurious Cadillac
Nowhere in my range, not in my car
Nowhere within my scope or capabilities; not associated with my success
Get out of my lane i'm sitting at the bar
Do not obstruct my progress; I am currently relaxing at the bar
Drink away my pain before I go insane
Consuming alcohol to cope with my emotional distress before losing my sanity
They ain't ready for, yeah
They are not prepared for it, indeed
It's Kid Ink, they ain't ready for
The artist Kid Ink; they are not prepared for his talent
Alumni, they ain't ready for
Associated with the Alumni group; they are not prepared for their skills
Ill Will, they ain't ready for
Ill Will, the individual; they are not prepared for his presence
Hardhead, they ain't ready for
Hardhead, the person; they are not prepared for his style
DJ Tech, they ain't ready for
DJ Tech, the DJ; they are not prepared for his mixes
Devin Cruise, they ain't ready for
Devin Cruise, the artist; they are not prepared for his music
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HARRIS L. SEATON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
StudentAviation
Song goes hard
Davendrick Hall
This song crazy!!! >>
Dvorak D
Oooo killl 'em!!
ElmoTrendy
>>>>>>>>>>>>> Ink Killed em >>>>>>>>>>