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.
Live It Up
Kid Ink Lyrics
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We ain't really worried about nothing
Had a long day, all day all my life, I've been waiting for this moment
So I gotta live it up, live it up, live it up
Live it up, live it up, live it up
Ok, bitch what's happening,
Heard your boyfriend shaped like plastic
You know I gotta do it jurassic
Now, toast to the young and the reckless
No drama like the young and restless
Thank god then I roll up breakfast
Fat boy roll a second
Hello, good night,
Might, tip her if she look right
Just keep on dancing, money talking
I keep on rambling
Elephant in the room I'm aimin'
I'ma take my chances, go hard or go home
It could just be to patron but
Yeah, I ain't got a care in the world tonight
We ain't really worried about nothing
Had a long day, all day all my life, I've been waiting for this moment
So I gotta live it up, live it up, live it up
Live it up, live it up, live it up
Living it up, see me shaded up in the cut
Women with us with a little something in my cup
Not giving a fuck, you remember us
Yeah we looking different huh
Cause our digits are super chick
Hello racks, what I'ma do with these
Spend it all on fast cars, clothes and jewelry
I'ma do it like I do my trees blue
She foolish if she asking... like 2 or 3
But everybody who knows what's up, they know what's up
They see that... and they know it's us
We toast it, for our success,
So pour a cup and put it up for the og's
Who did it before us
For all the all homies who passed that be getting this cake
And every inhale I take say I did it for name
Life is too short so every day, we celebrate like it's our last day
Yeah, I ain't got a care in the world tonight
We ain't really worried about nothing
Had a long day, all day all my life, I've been waiting for this moment
Had a long day, all day all my life, I've been waiting for this moment
So I gotta live it up, live it up, live it up
Live it up, live it up, live it up
Yeah, like it ain't no tomorrow
I'm just trying to forget my sorrow
Stand on the waist with my hand on the bottle
Till I'm dream or die is the motto
Up all night no sleep till the morning
Really wish I could seize this moment
Hi to the haters, greet my opponents
If you ain't already know this
I ain't got a care in the world tonight
We ain't really worried about nothing
Had a long day, all day all my life, I've been waiting for this moment
So I gotta live it up, live it up, live it up
Live it up, live it up, live it up
The Kid Ink song "Live It Up" featuring Mann is a track about letting loose and enjoying life to the fullest. The song starts with Kid Ink setting the tone for the night, declaring that he doesn't have a care in the world and that he's been waiting for this moment his entire life. Throughout the song, Kid Ink raps about living recklessly, spending money on fast cars and jewelry, and forgetting his sorrows. Mann hops in with a verse of his own, adding to the carefree vibe of the track.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Live it up" multiple times to represent the idea of fully enjoying life and being in the moment. The song encourages listeners to embrace their inner wild side and forget about any issues they may have. Despite the references to partying and living recklessly, the lyrics also acknowledge the struggle to reach success.
Overall, "Live It Up" is a fun party anthem that celebrates living life to the fullest, encouraging listeners to let loose and have a good time.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, I ain't got a care in the world tonight
Tonight, I am carefree and relaxed.
We ain't really worried about nothing
We are not concerned about anything right now.
Had a long day, all day all my life, I've been waiting for this moment
I have been waiting for this moment my whole life, after a long day.
So I gotta live it up, live it up, live it up
Therefore, I must enjoy this moment to its fullest extent.
Ok, bitch what's happening,
Hey, what's going on?
Heard your boyfriend shaped like plastic
I heard your boyfriend is fake and not genuine.
We in the same demographic
We belong to the same category or group.
You know I gotta do it jurassic
I have to do something extremely impressive or impactful.
Now, toast to the young and the reckless
Let's cheers to the carefree and daring youth.
No drama like the young and restless
Young people tend to have less drama and more energy.
Thank god then I roll up breakfast
I express gratitude, then I smoke marijuana for breakfast.
Fat boy roll a second
I roll a second marijuana joint quickly.
Hello, good night,
Greetings, good evening.
Might, tip her if she look right
I might give her a tip if she looks attractive.
Just keep on dancing, money talking
Just keep dancing, while the money speaks for itself.
I keep on rambling
I continue to talk aimlessly.
Elephant in the room I'm aimin'
I am targeting the obvious issue at hand.
I'ma take my chances, go hard or go home
I am willing to take risks and give my all.
It could just be to patron but
This wild behavior could be due to drinking too much alcohol.
Living it up, see me shaded up in the cut
I am enjoying myself, lounging comfortably in a private corner.
Women with us with a little something in my cup
I have some alcohol in my cup, and women are with me.
Not giving a fuck, you remember us
We do not care and are memorable.
Yeah we looking different huh
We are unique and stand out.
Cause our digits are super chick
Our money is abundant and impressive.
Hello racks, what I'ma do with these
I have a lot of money, what should I do with it?
Spend it all on fast cars, clothes and jewelry
I will spend it all on luxurious items.
I'ma do it like I do my trees blue
I will indulge extravagantly, like I smoke blue marijuana.
She foolish if she asking... like 2 or 3
If she wants 2 or 3 items, she is foolish and should ask for more.
But everybody who knows what's up, they know what's up
Those who understand this lifestyle, know the drill.
They see that... and they know it's us
They recognize us because of our lifestyle and actions.
We toast it, for our success,
We celebrate our achievements with a toast.
So pour a cup and put it up for the og's
Let's raise our glasses to the original gangsters.
Who did it before us
Who paved the way for us.
For all the all homies who passed that be getting this cake
For all our deceased friends who helped us achieve this wealth.
And every inhale I take say I did it for name
Every time I smoke, I remind myself that I did it for my reputation.
Life is too short so every day, we celebrate like it's our last day
Since life is brief, we should celebrate every day as if it were our last.
Yeah, like it ain't no tomorrow
We should enjoy this moment, as if there is no tomorrow.
I'm just trying to forget my sorrow
I am attempting to forget my sad emotions.
Stand on the waist with my hand on the bottle
I am holding onto the bottle while standing by my waist.
Till I'm dream or die is the motto
My motto is to drink until I become numb or die.
Up all night no sleep till the morning
I am staying up all night and not sleeping until morning.
Really wish I could seize this moment
I truly wish I could capture this moment forever.
Hi to the haters, greet my opponents
I acknowledge my haters and greet my opponents.
If you ain't already know this
If you did not already know.
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Brian Collins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
daniel smph
2021 and it still slaps... early 2010s still my favourite era of singing rappers❤️👍🏾
Mariano Diaz Jr.
Still love this song from 2011. Wish this album was on iTunes man.
Daiquan Johnson
Is it weird that I still like this song?😂🔥🔥🔥
X 66
Daiquan Johnson STILL FIRE
C .G
To This day still fire Favorite of all time
Moonshine
Duhhh.. 🤣
Klae Russell
2022 takes me back to 2012 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼 miss that shit. Freshmen year of high school. Having all Kid Inks mixtapes off Datpiff
Leslie Dzvimbo
Same. Good times indeed!
Markell Blount
2021 still fye 🔥 freshman year was lit because of this mixtape 👌🏽
Kristina Ammerman
I love this song so much