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.
OG
Kid Ink Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
My whole team is
If I got a whole lie
I break it into pieces
Let's all roll up OG
Just makes me feel more G
Somewhere over the ocean
And you still over there on that old shit
Yo bitch with no foreplay
Hit her with a little bit of vocab
That player shit is my forte
West side, connect it like Oh shape
Throwin' up that OK
Bat gang all the way out the hood but I can't change
Number one on my list, eatin' a number two at McDonald's with
Three chains on my neck, four
Realest nigga inside here
Betta respect me like Aretha
Nigga this watch ain't no Geneva
It's smoke and Patron by the liter,
At magic city like eureka
I Bet your man can't do it like this
So many women headed on my list
Back when you didn't think a nigga exist
Still had your girlfriend on my dick
I'm poppin' shit on point with
Two blunts, double jointed, bend back and show me somethin'
Go once you don't owe me nothin'.
You can tell I'm feelin' myself
And all this motherfuckin' money don't help
Mad at me cuz your salary is lightweight like celery
Tell me why the fuck is you at me
Naw nigga I ain't tryna add a V
To that bullshit that you CC, R.I.P kill your dreams
Auto bangs slidin' in and outta lanes
Kush got me outta minda
Top flow like brotha Mayne,
Bitch its tha alumni,
Bat tat ain't no otha gang
OG in the fuckin' blunt
OG right before my name
I'll Tell you what's good bitch
My whole team
I'll Tell you what's good bitch
My whole team is
Bitch its that alumni
Bat tat ain't no otha gang
OG in the fuckin' blunt
OG right before my name
In these lyrics Kid Ink is expressing his confidence and success. He refers to his team as good, indicating a sense of loyalty and solidarity. He then mentions breaking lies into pieces, which suggests that he is a truth-teller and does not tolerate deceit. He then talks about smoking OG, a type of marijuana known for its strong effects, which he boasts makes him feel more "G," meaning gangster or cool.
When he references being somewhere over the ocean and his rivals being on "old shit," he is likely referring to his success and travels while his competitors are stuck in their old ways. He then claims to have had sex with a woman without foreplay, using only his vocabulary to impress her, indicating his skill and success with women.
He then talks about the importance of respect, mentioning that he is the realest person in the room, and likens himself to legendary singer Aretha Franklin, demanding to be respected on the same level. He is also proud of his watch, stating that it is not a cheap knockoff, but a high-quality timepiece. He is then dismissive of his haters who are jealous of his success and mentions his affiliation with the Bat Gang.
Overall, these lyrics depict Kid Ink as a confident and successful person who values honesty, loyalty, and respect. He is unapologetic about his success and enjoys flaunting his status in his lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll tell you what's good bitch
I want to inform you of what is positive, female dog.
My whole team is
Everyone part of my organization is successful.
If I got a whole lie
If I possess a full untruth
I break it into pieces
I fragment it into shards.
Let's all roll up OG
Let's together partake in smoking the strain of marijuana called "Original Gangsta"
Just makes me feel more G
It solely proffers me a stronger sense of being "Gangsta"
Somewhere over the ocean
Located in a place beyond the sea
And you still over there on that old shit
While simultaneously being stuck in that unevolved behavior.
I been had yo chick bagged
I have had a physical relationship with your significant other, male.
Yo bitch with no foreplay
I engaged in sexual intercourse with your partner without any preceding sexual stimulation.
Hit her with a little bit of vocab
I utilized a small lexicon to impress your significant other during sexual encounters.
That player shit is my forte
Acting like a womanizer is my strong point.
West side, connect it like Oh shape
A reference to the geographical positioning of the west side that creates a complete shape.
Throwin' up that OK
Making a hand gesture to show approval or agreement.
Bat gang all the way out the hood but I can't change
The Bat gang is situated far beyond the local area, but I can't transform myself.
Number one on my list, eatin' a number two at McDonald's with
My top priority is to eat a "Number two" meal at McDonald's.
Three chains on my neck, four
I have three chains draped around my neck, and possibly more.
Realest nigga inside here
I am the most genuine male in this area.
Betta respect me like Aretha
It is advised that you accord me the same deference as shown to Aretha Franklin.
Nigga this watch ain't no Geneva
I declare that this watch is not from Switzerland.
It's smoke and Patron by the liter,
It consists of copious amounts of smoke and Patron in a litre measurement.
At magic city like eureka
Partying at a notable gentlemen's club with enthusiasm.
I bet your man can't do it like this
It is conjectured that your partner cannot perform this activity as skillfully as I can.
So many women headed on my list
Numerous females aim to become romantically involved with me.
Back when you didn't think a nigga exist
When you formerly believed I did not exist.
Still had your girlfriend on my dick
Despite that, your significant other was still interested in pursuing a physical relationship with me.
I'm poppin' shit on point with
I am eloquently speaking and using a precise vocabulary.
Two blunts, double jointed, bend back and show me somethin'
I am smoking two marijuana rolls that are composed of two hemp papers, and I am inviting you to demonstrate a talent such as flexibility.
Go once you don't owe me nothin'.
You can leave, and I will not make any claims to recoup any debts.
You can tell I'm feelin' myself
You can deduce that I am feeling self-confident.
And all this motherfuckin' money don't help
With all this money that I have, it does not assist me in any way.
Mad at me cuz your salary is lightweight like celery
You are upset with me because your earnings are insubstantial and comparable to the lightweight vegetable called celery.
Tell me why the fuck is you at me
Please explain to me why you are directing aggression towards me.
Naw nigga I ain't tryna add a V
No, I am not attempting to add another "V".
To that bullshit that you CC, R.I.P kill your dreams
I refuse to join that bogus communication you have addressed me with since it will ruin your aspirations.
Auto bangs slidin' in and outta lanes
My automobile stereo system is blasting loudly while I change lanes frequently.
Kush got me outta minda
The marijuana strain called "Kush" has rendered me somewhat insane.
Top flow like brotha Mayne,
My hairstyle is similar to rapper Brother Mayne's hairdo.
Bitch its tha alumni,
I am affiliated with the alumni group.
Bat tat ain't no otha gang
The tattoo depicting a bat signifies my gang and is unique.
OG in the fuckin' blunt
The marijuana strain called "Original Gangsta" is rolled in the blunt and being smoked by me.
OG right before my name
The words "Original Gangsta" is used in close proximity to my moniker.
I'll Tell you what's good bitch
I want to inform you of what is positive, female dog.
My whole team
Everyone part of my organization.
I'll Tell you what's good bitch
I want to inform you of what is positive, female dog.
Bitch its that alumni
I am affiliated with the alumni group.
Bat tat ain't no otha gang
The tattoo depicting a bat signifies my gang and is unique.
OG in the fuckin' blunt
The marijuana strain called "Original Gangsta" is rolled in the blunt and being smoked by me.
OG right before my name
The words "Original Gangsta" is used in close proximity to my moniker.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Brian Collins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
itsamar 99
I'll tell you what's good bitch
My whole team is
If I got a whole lie
I break it into pieces
Let's all roll up OG
Just makes me feel more G
Somewhere over the ocean
And you still over there on that old shit
I been had yo chick bagged
Yo bitch with no foreplay
Hit her with a little bit of vocab
That player shit is my forte
West side, connect it like Oh shape
Throwin' up that OK
Bat gang all the way out the hood but I can't change
Number one on my list, eatin' a number two at McDonald's with
Three chains on my neck, four
Realest nigga inside here
Betta respect me like Aretha
Nigga this watch ain't no Geneva
It's smoke and Patron by the liter,
At magic city like eureka
I Bet your man can't do it like this
So many women headed on my list
Back when you didn't think a nigga exist
Still had your girlfriend on my dick
I'm poppin' shit on point with
Two blunts, double jointed, bend back and show me somethin'
Go once you don't owe me nothin'.
You can tell I'm feelin' myself
And all this motherfuckin' money don't help
Mad at me cuz your salary is lightweight like celery
Tell me why the fuck is you at me
Naw nigga I ain't tryna add a V
To that bullshit that you CC, R.I.P kill your dreams
Auto bangs slidin' in and outta lanes
Kush got me outta minda
Top flow like brotha Mayne,
Bitch its tha alumni,
Bat tat ain't no otha gang
OG in the fuckin' blunt
OG right before my name
I'll Tell you what's good bitch
My whole team
I'll Tell you what's good bitch
My whole team is
Bitch its that alumni
Bat tat ain't no otha gang
OG in the fuckin' blunt
OG right before my name
PHANTXM 706
They don’t make beats like this no more. Sadly… The best trap beat era 🔥🔥
ColdSteeze
Can’t believe how slept on he is STILL
Marla G Ricardez
He killed it once again! Never disappoints (:
King Moe
I remember when this first came out. So good. Young chop is a great producer.
Jessica Hernandez
Damn! killed it! I'll tell you what's good alright! #Batgang #Alumni
VaneGee831
Young Chop always got some good instrumentals!
410wi
This shit go so hard! I don't understand how he's not more famous :/
jared harris
You can tell I'm feelin myself, and all this muhfuckin money don't help. KILLED IT
Tahmim Uddin
This beat go so fucking hard
Samantha Ellington
Fuck yeaaa it does! Shiiiit is fiyahh.🔥💨🌳💗💋😎🙊💀👊🔫💣💸🍗🍩🍑🍪🍰