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.
Neva Gon Leave
Kid Ink Lyrics
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I'm a show how ain't none of y'all hatin' on me
Say what you want did I mention
I don't give a fuck
I'm here and I'm neva gon leave
Bout to put my foot down
Ain't nobody there when I look around
Sword and the stone tell em they can neva move me
Bitch I'm here forever
Neva gon leave
Made it through the weather
Close to my dreams
Getting warmer than a sweater
Going for the kill
All these mannequins around gotta matter stand still
While you sitting back waiting I been working for this moment
Music is the love
And the money is the motive
It's a war outside and we lost a couple soldiers
Pray that they and the sky helping look over my shoulders
'Cause any day could be the day
But I'm all in better watch the cards that you play
All eyes on me
And it's really getting heavy
Bout to drop it on your head mothafucka' hope you ready for it
Now that I got your attention
I'mma show how ain't none of y'all hatin' on me
Say what you want did I mention
I don't give a fuck
I'm here and I'm neva gon leave
Gon leave, gon leave, gon leave
Neva gon leave
Gon leave, gon leave, gon leave
Neva gon leave... no neva
So you can get used to my face I ain't going no where
Finally seeing everything clear
Now my minds in focus somebody better hold me
Hope that they don't let me go or it's over
If you on a team that opposing I can see the signs
But I will neva stop for no one
Fuck that
I'mma bout to bust back
Any mothafucka come and trespass tell em that I'm ready for 'em
Now that I got your attention
I'm a show how ain't none of y'all hatin' on me
Say what you want did I mention
I don't give a fuck
I'm here and I'm neva gon leave
The lyrics of Kid Ink Feat. Ty$'s song "Neva Gon Leave" talk about how the artist has made it to the top, and despite others' opinions, they will not leave. The song emphasizes the artist's confidence and determination to succeed in the music industry, despite the challenges involved. The line "I'm here and I'm neva gon leave" shows that the artist has achieved their success and has no intention of giving it up.
Throughout the song, there is an underlying feeling of determination and perseverance, with a focus on the importance of hard work, commitment, and resilience. The artist talks about having to put their foot down and having no one around to help them achieve their goals. However, they are still determined to succeed and pursue their passion, using music as the driving force behind their success.
The lyrics also allude to the artist's struggle and challenges encountered before they achieved success. They reference how they've made it through the weather and close to their dreams. Ultimately, the song emphasizes the artist's confidence, determination, and resilience in pursuing their passion and overcoming the challenges that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Now that I got your attention
I have your focus now
I'm a show how ain't none of y'all hatin' on me
I will prove that no one dislikes me
Say what you want did I mention
I don't care what you say
I don't give a fuck
I do not care
I'm here and I'm neva gon leave
I will always be here
Bout to put my foot down
I'm about to be assertive
Ain't nobody there when I look around
No one supports me
Now, can you feel the movement
Can you sense the momentum
Sword and the stone tell em they can neva move me
I am unbreakable
Bitch I'm here forever
I am here permanently
Made it through the weather
I survived tough times
Close to my dreams
I am almost living my dreams
Getting warmer than a sweater
I am becoming more successful
Going for the kill
I am aiming for success
All these mannequins around gotta matter stand still
Everyone else is stagnant
While you sitting back waiting I been working for this moment
I have been working hard while you waited
Music is the love
I have a passion for music
And the money is the motive
I am motivated by money
It's a war outside and we lost a couple soldiers
There are challenges outside and some have failed
Pray that they and the sky helping look over my shoulders
I hope that someone is watching over me
'Cause any day could be the day
Any day could be my last
But I'm all in better watch the cards that you play
I am committed, so be careful of your actions
All eyes on me
Everyone is watching me
And it's really getting heavy
The pressure is mounting
Bout to drop it on your head mothafucka' hope you ready for it
I am going to release something impactful
So you can get used to my face I ain't going no where
I will always be around
Finally seeing everything clear
I can see everything clearly now
Now my minds in focus somebody better hold me
I am focused now and need support
Hope that they don't let me go or it's over
I need someone to hold onto
If you on a team that opposing I can see the signs
I can tell if you are working against me
But I will neva stop for no one
I will never give up
Fuck that
I don't care
I'mma bout to bust back
I'm about to respond aggressively
Any mothafucka come and trespass tell em that I'm ready for 'em
I'm prepared to confront anyone who crosses me
Gon leave, gon leave, gon leave
I will never leave
Neva gon leave
I will always be here
Gon leave, gon leave, gon leave
I will never leave
Neva gon leave... no neva
I will always be here
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jude ruiz
This is a tight ass gone:) listen to it every day when i draw and when I have a football game its a sick ass song kid ink is the shit no lie:)
manasseh alaku
My favourite song 😪
ocerco93
best new rappers of the years !!
Shon S
kid ink gona blow up
Albert Einstein
What the fuck?! Only 63 likes? Though no single dislike :D Damn, one of the best rapper on tha damn planet and 63 likes...i absolutely dont understand...
HUBBLEBUBBL
New inspiration!
Zander Espinoza
@rednaxela97 Foshow dude! Kid Ink abt to blow up! BATGANG
Yailio1304Zw
♥♥♥♥♥
La Chikita
0 disliike ♥
Christopher Harrington
@BigShon55 you bet. i said that when i was listening to kid ink in 2011 as well