Kid Rock (born Robert James Ritchie on January 17, 1971 in Romeo, MI), is … Read Full Bio ↴Kid Rock (born Robert James Ritchie on January 17, 1971 in Romeo, MI), is an American singer-songwriter and rapper from Detroit with five Grammy Award nominations. Kid Rock is known for music that incorporates elements of hip-hop, rap metal, blues-rock, hard rock, southern rock, funk and country.

Kid Rock released several studio albums from 1988 that mostly went unnoticed before his 1998 record 'Devil Without a Cause', released with Atlantic Records, sold 11 million albums behind the hits, "Bawitdaba","Cowboy," and "Only God Knows Why". In 2000, he released The History of Rock which was a compilation of remixed and remastered versions of songs from his previous albums as well as the hit single, "American Bad Ass". In 2001, he released the follow up, Cocky. After a slow start, his country-flavored hit "Picture" with Sheryl Crow resurrected the album and it went gold as a single and pushed the album's sales to more than 5 million. It was followed by 2003's self-titled release, which failed to chart a major hit. In 2006 he released Live Trucker , a live album. In 2007 Kid Rock released Rock N Roll Jesus, which produced a hit in "All Summer Long." It was his first worldwide smash hit, charting #1 in eight countries across Europe and Australia. Rock N Roll Jesus would go on to sell 5 million albums worldwide including being certified triple platinum in the US.

He has sold 22 million albums to date in the United States, which currently ranks him as the 99th best selling music artist of all time in the U.S.

Detroit Thang
Kid Rock Lyrics

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It's a Detroit thing, everybody
It's a Detroit thing, tell your body
It's a Detroit thing, gonna show you right
It's a Detroit thing, yeah, yeah

I'm bout to say the law, cause I'm the K-I-D
I'll be whippin and flippin rhyms from the fuckin D
And for the peoples, and for the peoples

Ain't nobody in the D bein equals to us

So I bust, cause it's a must that I go for my
With another funky Detroit rhyme, yeah
I got it all like Jack, and my shit is Phat, you know that
And ya don't stop, and ya don't stop

Somebody in the houes?
Somebody, can I get a little soul clap
Can I get a soul clap y'all, a soul, a soul clap y'all
There's a party in the D, where ya at yo

It's a Detroit thing, everybody
It's a Detroit thing, tell your body
It's a Detroit thing, gonna show you right
It's a Detroit thing, yeah, yeah

I be bustin and fluckin, for the mother fucks
'Cause I'm the biggin with the rock
Who got the gettin ducks
Talkin 'bout John Lee, I'm talkin 'bout the P funk

Come on lets get drunk
Get a glass of wine, you'll be feelin fine
Rock is on the mic., I'm 'bout to go for mine
Got my shoelaces laced up, my hat turned back
My shit is Phat, you know that

It's a Detroit thing, everybody
It's a Detroit thing, tell you 'bout it
It's a Detroit thing, yeah, yeah
It's a Detroit thing

Ain't talkin 'bout Philly, no
Ain't talkin 'bout DC., no
Ain't talkin 'bout New Orleans, where they say the funk got started
I'm talkin 'bout the D, I'm talkin 'bout the D y'all
I'm talkin 'bout the D
It's a Detroit thing

Yes, yes y'all, A free freak y'all
To the beach y'all, so unique y'all
I rock, rock y'all, I'm Kid Rock y'all
There's a party in the D, where ya at yo
It's a Detroit thing, gonna show you right

It's a Detroit thing, same same
It's a Detroit thing, everybody
It's a Detroit thing, tell your body
It's a Detroit thing, gonna show you right

It's a Detroit thing, yeah, yeah
And ya don't stop, and ya don't quit
And ya don't stop, stop, stop
Let ya body rock, and ya rock a shot

Like in the sure shot
'Cause you know I got the fuckin rhyms that'll make you say hooahh
Bring it down
Y'all know what the fuck I'm talkin 'bout

Don't even stand there in the front
Put your hands in the air y'all
Lets rock one more time, here we go

It's a Detroit thing, everybody
It's a Detroit thing, gonna show you right

It's a Detroit thing
It's a Detroit thing

Overall Meaning

The song "Detroit Thang" by Kid Rock is an anthem dedicated to the city of Detroit, Michigan. The repetitive hook "it's a Detroit thing" emphasizes the pride that Kid Rock and his fellow Detroit natives hold for their city. In the verses, Kid Rock talks about how he represents Detroit and is the best at what he does, using rhymes that are specific to his hometown. He also mentions other important figures from Detroit, such as John Lee Hooker and the P-Funk, to further show how the city has contributed to music history.

Overall, the lyrics suggest that being from Detroit sets Kid Rock and his peers apart from others in the music industry, as they have a unique sound and style that can only come from their hometown. The song is upbeat and meant to be a party anthem, encouraging people to dance and have a good time while celebrating their Detroit roots.

Line by Line Meaning

It's a Detroit thing, everybody
Being from Detroit is a unique and special way of life that everyone should recognize and appreciate.

It's a Detroit thing, tell your body
Embrace the spirit of Detroit with your whole self and let it fuel your actions.

It's a Detroit thing, gonna show you right
Detroit culture is powerful and will be conveyed to you in a way that is authentic and real.

It's a Detroit thing, yeah, yeah
Being from Detroit is cool, and is a source of pride and excitement.

I'm bout to say the law, cause I'm the K-I-D
I'm about to speak my truth and assert my dominance as Kid Rock.

I'll be whippin and flippin rhyms from the fuckin D
I will skillfully and confidently rap lyrics that showcase my unique Detroit upbringing and experiences.

And for the peoples, and for the peoples
I rap not just for myself, but for the people I represent and who relate to my music.

Ain't nobody in the D bein equals to us
No one can compare to the greatness of Detroit and its people.

So I bust, cause it's a must that I go for my
I rap with passion and energy because it's necessary for me to express myself through my art.

With another funky Detroit rhyme, yeah
I will continue to rap with creative lyrics and a distinctive Detroit flair.

I got it all like Jack, and my shit is Phat, you know that
I have talent and charisma like cultural icon Jack Kerouac, and my music is impressive and noteworthy.

And ya don't stop, and ya don't stop
The music and the party will keep going, nonstop.

Somebody in the houes?
I'm checking to see if everyone is ready to party and enjoy some Detroit culture.

Somebody, can I get a little soul clap
I'm asking for some appreciation and acknowledgement in the form of a soulful handclap.

There's a party in the D, where ya at yo
There's a lively and exciting atmosphere in Detroit, and I'm inviting everyone to join in on the fun.

I be bustin and fluckin, for the mother fucks
I will continue to confidently and creatively rap lyrics that appeal to my audience.

'Cause I'm the biggin with the rock
I am a notable and respected figure in Detroit music and culture.

Who got the gettin ducks
I am capable and prepared to take on whatever challenges come my way.

Talkin 'bout John Lee, I'm talkin 'bout the P funk
I'm referencing fellow Detroit musicians John Lee Hooker and Parliament Funkadelic in order to pay homage to their contributions to the city's musical legacy.

Come on lets get drunk
Let's loosen up and have some fun together.

Get a glass of wine, you'll be feelin fine
Enjoy some alcohol and let it enhance the party atmosphere.

Rock is on the mic., I'm 'bout to go for mine
I'm taking center stage and owning my performance as a Detroit musician.

Got my shoelaces laced up, my hat turned back
I'm ready to get down to business and perform to the best of my abilities.

It's a Detroit thing, tell you 'bout it
I want to spread awareness and appreciation for the unique and special qualities of Detroit culture.

Ain't talkin 'bout Philly, no
I'm not referencing any other cities or cultures - I'm focusing solely on the greatness of Detroit.

Ain't talkin 'bout DC., no
I'm not referencing any other cities or cultures - I'm focusing solely on the greatness of Detroit.

Ain't talkin 'bout New Orleans, where they say the funk got started
I'm not referencing any other cities or cultures - I'm focusing solely on the greatness of Detroit, even in comparison to New Orleans' famous musical traditions.

I'm talkin 'bout the D, I'm talkin 'bout the D y'all
I'm emphasizing the greatness and uniqueness of Detroit culture and experiences.

Yes, yes y'all, A free freak y'all
I am a confident and idiosyncratic Detroit musician who is unapologetically himself.

To the beach y'all, so unique y'all
My music is one-of-a-kind and incomparable, just like the uniqueness of Detroit culture.

I rock, rock y'all, I'm Kid Rock y'all
I am a dynamic and talented Detroit musician with a distinct style and persona.

And ya don't stop, and ya don't quit
The music and the celebration will continue without hesitation.

Let ya body rock, and ya rock a shot
Let yourself get lost in the music and celebrate with a drink.

Like in the sure shot
I am confident and skilled, just like the aim of a sure shot.

'Cause you know I got the fuckin rhyms that'll make you say hooahh
My lyrics are creative, impressive, and will leave a lasting impact on you as a listener.

Bring it down
Let's ease the energy down for a moment and regroup.

Y'all know what the fuck I'm talkin 'bout
My Detroit audience, especially, knows exactly what I'm referring to when I speak about the greatness of our city and culture.

Don't even stand there in the front
Don't be shy - come enjoy the music and celebration with the rest of the crowd.

Put your hands in the air y'all
Let's all put our hands up and enjoy the party together.

Lets rock one more time, here we go
Let's continue the party and celebrate Detroit culture with one more round of music and dancing.

It's a Detroit thing, same same
The greatness and uniqueness of Detroit culture remains constant and unchanging.

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