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 โDiddyโ 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 rapperโs career. Teaming up with world-renowned DJ ill Will and DJ Rockstarโs 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.comโs โTop Mixtapes of the Weekโ section and amassed an astonishing 50 thousand downloads.
After Crash Landingsโ 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 Inkโs uncompromising work ethic would not allow him to rest on his more than impressive laurels; there needed to be a โvisualโ 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 โLowkey Poppin,โ โPleaseโ and โCali Dreamin,โโ Kid Ink is definitely rockinโ to his own beat.
Kid Ink continued his 2011 tear by releasing โWheels Up,โ 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 โWheels Up,โ Ink has been on a mini โWheels Upโ 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 โTime Of Your Lifeโ off his debut album โUp & Awayโ was picked up in early January by radio & the first week this song was released on iTunes it sold a staggering 20k copies. โTime Of Your Lifeโ 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 โTime Of Your Lifeโ has reached over 12 million views on Youtube and was added to regular rotation on MTV Jams and MTV2. Following the success of โTime Of Your Lifeโ and the follow up single โDrippin,โ Ink launched his Indie album โUp & Awayโ 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 โUp & Awayโ Ink toured the US, selling out shows throughout the Country including 6 Summer Jam concerts, followed by a headlining โUp & Awayโ UK Tour that included 25 shows in 35 days โ selling out 18 of the shows. โUp & Awayโ has sold well over 50k albums to date (US) & over 70k worldwide.
After the immediate sales success of โUp & Away,โ 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 โRocketshipshawtyโ 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 โBad Assโ 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.
Sunset
Kid Ink Lyrics
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On Highland and Sunset, doin' 85 on the top deck
See, step by step we're walking on stars
If you're looking for some action, you ain't gotta go that far now
Just picture me Hollywood living
Riding through the sun, riding through the sunset
Now, stop tripping, just give me a minute
Man, you know how it go down
Man, you know how it go down
Highland entertainer, waiting 'til the sun goes down
You know how it go down
You know how it go down
Might get a little crazy, just wait until the sun goes down
Underground, any city I come in town
It's touchdown, Hail Mary, gettin' to the dough like Pillsbury
All night, don't feel worried
High up is where we will be
Nah, you ain't gotta feel guilty
Won't judge you, go on, be free
So pour what you want
Go head, roll what you want
Fuck what they say, somebody
Walkin' 'round here like they're somebody
Don't know what kind of day I had
With all this weight, couldn't hold my bag
Don't hold me back from my habits
Live a fast life for the magic
I'm just lookin' 'round for the baddest
Hollywood face with an ass from Dallas
Big-ass crib, nigga livin' in a palace
We rollin' out
And my hands on the wheel so tight, got a callus
Get so fabulous
With everybody here, only thing that matters
Now, Just picture me Hollywood living
Riding through the sun, riding through the sunset
Now, stop tripping, just give me a minute
And wait until the sun, wait until the sun goes down
Man, you know how it go down
Man, you know how it go down
Highland entertainer, waiting 'til the sun goes down
You know how it go down
You know how it go down
Might get a little crazy, just wait until the sun goes down
And it's go time
I swear this feeling's like we're inches from the goal line
Now or never, better make your mind
Might hit her with a line like "what's your sign?"
Hit her with a glass of sparkling wine
Hit her on the ass, she might not mind
Actin' like a 10, look more like a 9, but
Don't be stuck up
Really, how could you not see us
Doing it big, it's obvious
You ain't gotta say much, 'cause
I know you're sick and tired, sick and tired of all that bullshit
Then don't be afraid, take a shot and bite the bullet
That's one in the hole
Can't get enough, need one or two more
Tell 'em catch up, they're running to slow
Out the gutter, I learned to bowl
And finally it's movie time to show them I play the role
Of a champion, you see the goal
Light shines bright, can't see the road
Now, just picture me Hollywood living
Riding through the sun, riding through the sunset
Now, stop tripping, just give me a minute
And wait until the sun, wait until the sun goes down
just picture me Hollywood living
Riding through the sun, riding through the sunset
Now, stop tripping, just give me a minute
And wait until the sun, wait until the sun goes down
You know how it go down
You know how it go down
Highland entertainer, waiting 'til the sun goes down
You know how it go down
You know how it go down
Might get a little crazy, just wait until the sun goes down
The lyrics to Kid Ink's "Sunset" describe the feeling of being on top of the world in Hollywood, with the sun setting and the possibility of a wild night ahead. The song paints a picture of cruising down the famous Sunset Boulevard, feeling like a celebrity with the top down on the car, and living the high life.
The first verse talks about driving on Highland and Sunset, going 85 on the top deck and taking in the beautiful view. The song talks about walking on stars and looking for some action without having to go too far. The second verse talks about underground living and arriving at different cities, which is a reference to Kid Ink's career as a rapper. The lyrics talk about making money and living life without guilt and judgment.
The chorus is an invitation to picture Hollywood living, riding through the sun and sunset, stopping for a minute, and waiting until the sun goes down to get a little crazy.
Overall, "Sunset" is an upbeat and lively song about living life to the fullest in Hollywood and savoring the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Now, just picture me high up with my top down
Imagine me driving while feeling free and enjoying the moment
On Highland and Sunset, doin' 85 on the top deck
I am driving fast on a highway in Los Angeles, feeling the adrenaline rush
See, step by step we're walking on stars
We are reaching our goals gradually with determination and hope
If you're looking for some action, you ain't gotta go that far now
You don't have to look far to have a good time with me
Just picture me Hollywood living
Imagine me living a glamorous life in Hollywood
Riding through the sun, riding through the sunset
Driving through a beautiful sunset in Los Angeles
Now, stop tripping, just give me a minute
Don't overthink, just stay relaxed for a while
And wait until the sun, wait until the sun goes down
Wait for the right moment to have fun and party
Man, you know how it go down
You know how we have fun and enjoy life
Highland entertainer, waiting 'til the sun goes down
I am waiting for the perfect time to have fun in the Highland Mezzanine in LA
Might get a little crazy, just wait until the sun goes down
Things could get wild, so wait until the right time to party
Underground, any city I come in town
No matter which city I visit, I will always have fun and enjoy life
It's touchdown, Hail Mary, gettin' to the dough like Pillsbury
I am making money quickly and easily, like a touchdown pass or a baking product
All night, don't feel worried
We can have fun all night without any worries
High up is where we will be
We will live life to the fullest, without limitations
Nah, you ain't gotta feel guilty
Don't feel bad about having fun and enjoying yourself
Won't judge you, go on, be free
I won't judge you for being yourself and having fun
So pour what you want
Drink whatever you want and have fun
Go head, roll what you want
Smoke whatever you want and have fun
Fuck what they say, somebody
Don't listen to what people say, just be yourself and enjoy your life
Walkin' 'round here like they're somebody
Acting like you're better than others won't get you very far
Don't know what kind of day I had
You don't know what I went through today
With all this weight, couldn't hold my bag
I have a lot of problems and responsibilities to deal with
Don't hold me back from my habits
Don't stop me from doing what I like to do
Live a fast life for the magic
Live a fast-paced life for the excitement and thrill
I'm just lookin' 'round for the baddest
I am searching for the most attractive person in the room
Hollywood face with an ass from Dallas
A beautiful girl with good looks and a great body
Big-ass crib, nigga livin' in a palace
I live in a huge and luxurious house
We rollin' out
Let's go out and have fun
And my hands on the wheel so tight, got a callus
I am driving so much that my hands hurt
Get so fabulous
We become so successful and glamorous
With everybody here, only thing that matters
The only thing that matters is that we are all together and having a good time
And it's go time
It's time to have fun and party
I swear this feeling's like we're inches from the goal line
We are so close to achieving our dreams and having success
Now or never, better make your mind
It's time to decide what we want to do and take action
Might hit her with a line like "what's your sign?"
I might start a conversation with a pick-up line that begins with "what's your sign?"
Hit her with a glass of sparkling wine
I might offer her a drink to be charming
Hit her on the ass, she might not mind
I might be playful and flirtatious with her
Actin' like a 10, look more like a 9, but
She is pretending to be more attractive than she actually is
Don't be stuck up
Don't act arrogant or aloof, just be yourself and have fun
Really, how could you not see us
We are having so much fun and enjoying life, how could you not notice us?
Doing it big, it's obvious
We are living life to the fullest and doing everything on a grand scale
You ain't gotta say much, 'cause
You don't have to say anything, just come have fun with us
I know you're sick and tired, sick and tired of all that bullshit
I understand that you are fed up with all the negativity and stress in your life
Then don't be afraid, take a shot and bite the bullet
Don't hesitate, just take a risk and enjoy life
That's one in the hole
We have accomplished one goal, but there is still more to do
Can't get enough, need one or two more
We want more success and fun
Tell 'em catch up, they're running to slow
We are doing better than others, who need to hurry up and catch up
Out the gutter, I learned to bowl
I came from a poor background, but I learned how to be successful
And finally it's movie time to show them I play the role
I am ready to show everyone how successful I am and play the part of a successful person
Of a champion, you see the goal
I am aiming to be a champion, and everyone can see that goal
Light shines bright, can't see the road
The future looks bright and promising, but it's unclear what path to take.
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BRIAN COLLINS, EDWARD CAMERON, NED CAMERON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jacobgraves8352
This dude literally had rap music in the standing guillotine at a moment. This was truly a legendary run. KID INK FOR LIFE.
@NickWealthy
hell yeah man... he was really unstoppable from 2011 to 2016
@superduper7939
This song always makes me feel so relaxed. Favorite summer song to listen to any time of the year.
@ilivisionx9731
I dont know but i feel sad when i Listen to it i dont know ehy maybe because Old Summer memories with the song
@billramos4412
Same it feels like a memorie to me of highlights in my life
@divinethug1
Yeah this song got a nostalgic touch for sure
@MegaJotts
That's awesome :) It is a great song to vibe to.
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@Trejo.18_
And Lil Uzi Vert-Now I Do What I Want
@MrVillemoooh
I get goosebumbs when i'm listening this today after many years. What a summervibes โค๏ธ
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