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.
Style Of X-Pression
Kid Rock Lyrics
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Walkin' fast cause I'm a smooth talker
Appeal the feel, but don't praise and kneel
Just heal
And always look for the seal that's real
Top Dog, lookin' up to say what is this
Kid Rock serious and I mean business
Makin' hit records like Whitney Houston
With a mind of violence, right, I might
Blow the show teachers speakin' yo, I cut MP's
To release to each and be friends of
Every single, individual
Everybody all over the world, it's time for understandin'
Come together
Jumbo, yo that's how I'm movin'
I'm the new kid in, here's what I'm givin'
A jammed, slammin', command that take authority
'Cause too many MC's appear apsrt of me
Name and they claim me, yo, that they're winnin'
A lotta just came in, sound the same in
Thinkin' they swift and can get with these young men
But I keep the crowd swingin' like Tarzan
'Cause I'm a wise man here to teach and speak
And if you step out of line your up shits creek
So come with it, Kid Rock's gonna get it
His style ain't dope, its a throat, and I slit it
I'm raw like cowhide, smooth like a plane ride
No half steppin', I always take a full stride
Who came played and they say I'm concrete made
I used to come correct in the projects
New Port, Oxford, deep in the basement
House and parties like real estate agent
So on, so strong, and everyone got along
Knowledge is power, and there's a point to this song
Everybody all over the world, its time for understandin
Come together
Everybody all over the world, its time for understandin
Come together
Now as I said my prayers through the years I shed a few tears
'Cause it's unjust when I see my peers get shot
And dropped and forgot, now that's hot
Too many can't score as victims of a drug war
Cocaines ran and weapons are shipped out
The press finds out, then the public is tripped out
New tax the acts and half the drug industry
Uncle Sam is my man, are you kiddin me
Me in the Whitehouse, now that's fucked up
For one to get over, one must get stuck up
One will roll up, another will smoke up
Two more thrown in jail, who picks the toll up
Tell her to beware if she's gonna stand there
Eyes bugged out and hands in the air
'Cause there comes an onlooker, lookin for a hooker
And act like the doors overlooked her and took her
For a place to hide and when he got his ride
He let the nice slide and the girl, she died
Her family cried over this homicide
And why they pondered, why she wandered
Left her own spot, her home, her mom and pop
All to smoke a little cooked up rock
So on and so strong, she couldn't get along
Knowledge is power, and there's a point to this song
Everybody all over the world, its time for understandin'
Come together
Everybody all over the world, its time for understandin'
Come together
From the outskirts with a mind like Albert Einstein
Maybe I'm ahead of my time
Imaginate, create, spectate, elevate from the states
Surrounded by the Great Lakes
I was once out cold at 15 years old
Rolled and sold, you, me, and Bo
Sittin' in Jackson infested with rats
With a silver gat tucked deep in my slacks
I was a young bad mother in my own eyes
But now I realize it wasn't too wise
So now I teach, I'll reach to each
And every single individual
Everybody all over the world, its time for understandin
Come together
Come together
Come together
Come... come... come... come together
In "Style of X-Pression," Kid Rock speaks about the importance of individuality and being true to oneself. He emphasizes on not following commercial lyrics but non-commercial lyrics that are genuine and real like Hershel. He talks about how he walks fast because he is a smooth talker but also appeals to the feel without praising and kneeling. Instead, he believes in healing and looking for the seal that is real. Kid Rock also mentions how he is the top dog, and he takes his music seriously, making hit records like Whitney Houston.
The rapper aims to differentiate himself from other MC's, and he speaks about being the new kid in town and what he is bringing to the table: a style that commands authority and stands out from the rest. He talks about keeping the crowd swinging like Tarzan and how he is a wise man here to teach and speak. He mentions that knowledge is power, and there is a point to his song.
In the final verse, Kid Rock takes a serious note on socio-political issues like drug wars and homicides. He mentions how drugs and weapons are shipped out and how the press finds out that the public is tripped out. He also talks about the drug industry and how it is affecting people's lives, leading to more people in jail. The rapper further emphasizes the importance of knowing the consequences and taking responsibility for our actions. He ends the song by calling for unity and understanding.
Line by Line Meaning
Non-commercial lyrics run like Hershel
There are a lot of bad, unoriginal lyrics out there, but I am not one of them.
Walkin' fast cause I'm a smooth talker
I am confident and charismatic.
Appeal the feel, but don't praise and kneel
I make music that people enjoy, but I'm not trying to be worshiped.
Just heal
I want my music to inspire people and make them feel better.
And always look for the seal that's real
Be discerning and seek out authenticity.
Top Dog, lookin' up to say what is this
I am the best and other artists are taking notice.
Kid Rock serious and I mean business
I am dedicated to my craft and I take it seriously.
Ascending up and up I keep boosting
I am continually getting better and more successful.
Makin' hit records like Whitney Houston
I am producing popular and memorable music.
With a mind of violence, right, I might
I have a rebellious streak and am willing to fight for what I believe in.
Blow the show teachers speakin' yo, I cut MP's
I am not afraid to speak out against authority and censorship.
To release to each and be friends of
I want my music to bring people together.
Everybody all over the world, it's time for understandin'
We need to come together and understand each other.
Jumbo, yo that's how I'm movin'
I am moving confidently and with purpose.
I'm the new kid in, here's what I'm givin'
I am a fresh face on the music scene and I have unique things to offer.
A jammed, slammin', command that take authority
My music is powerful and commands attention.
'Cause too many MC's appear apsrt of me
Other rappers try to copy me, but they can't quite match my style.
Name and they claim me, yo, that they're winnin'
Other artists try to associate themselves with me to boost their own success.
A lotta just came in, sound the same in
Many new artists are unoriginal and repetitive.
Thinkin' they swift and can get with these young men
Other rappers think they can compete with me and my peers.
But I keep the crowd swingin' like Tarzan
I am a skilled performer and I know how to keep a crowd engaged.
'Cause I'm a wise man here to teach and speak
I have wisdom to share and a message to convey through my music.
And if you step out of line your up shits creek
I will not tolerate disrespect or dissent from my message.
So come with it, Kid Rock's gonna get it
Other rappers who try to challenge me will not succeed.
His style ain't dope, its a throat, and I slit it
Other rappers do not have the same level of skill or authenticity as me, and I will call them out on it.
I'm raw like cowhide, smooth like a plane ride
I have a tough side, but I am also cool and composed.
No half steppin', I always take a full stride
I am fully committed to my goals and I do not hold back.
Who came played and they say I'm concrete made
I am grounded and solid, and cannot be easily swayed or influenced.
I used to come correct in the projects
I have been through tough times and I know what it's like to struggle.
New Port, Oxford, deep in the basement
I grew up in tough neighborhoods and spent a lot of time in basements making music.
House and parties like real estate agent
I have thrown some epic parties in my time.
So on, so strong, and everyone got along
Despite our challenges, we can still come together and find common ground.
Now as I said my prayers through the years I shed a few tears
I have experienced pain and sadness in my life.
'Cause it's unjust when I see my peers get shot
I am disturbed by the violence and senseless deaths in my community.
Too many can't score as victims of a drug war
The war on drugs has created more problems than it has solved.
Cocaines ran and weapons are shipped out
There is a lot of corruption and illicit activity in the drug trade.
The press finds out, then the public is tripped out
The media often sensationalizes events and causes public panic.
New tax the acts and half the drug industry
The government's policies and regulations regarding drugs are problematic.
Uncle Sam is my man, are you kiddin me
I am skeptical of the government's motives and actions.
Me in the Whitehouse, now that's f***ed up
I do not see myself fitting into the political system as it currently exists.
For one to get over, one must get stuck up
Success often requires a ruthless and cutthroat approach.
One will roll up, another will smoke up
Some people will achieve success while others will fall to addiction or despair.
Two more thrown in jail, who picks the toll up
The legal system often does more harm than good in the lives of those it incarcerates.
Tell her to beware if she's gonna stand there
Women need to be cautious and aware of the dangers around them.
Eyes bugged out and hands in the air
She is scared and vulnerable.
'Cause there comes an onlooker, lookin for a hooker
Men who prey on women are a serious issue in our society.
And act like the doors overlooked her and took her
The system often fails to protect the vulnerable, leaving them to danger and exploitation.
For a place to hide and when he got his ride
She was looking for a safe place, but instead was taken advantage of.
He let the nice slide and the girl, she died
The man who took advantage of her was not actually nice, and as a result she suffered and died.
Her family cried over this homicide
The impact of her death was devastating to her loved ones.
And why they pondered, why she wandered
The family struggled to understand why their loved one was taken from them.
Left her own spot, her home, her mom and pop
She was forced to leave her familiar surroundings in order to escape danger or find refuge.
All to smoke a little cooked up rock
Drug addiction can lead people to make dangerous and self-destructive choices.
From the outskirts with a mind like Albert Einstein
I come from a humble background, but I have intelligence and potential.
Maybe I'm ahead of my time
I feel that my music and message will resonate more strongly in the future.
Imaginate, create, spectate, elevate from the states
I am a creative force, always imagining and elevating my music.
Surrounded by the Great Lakes
I am proud of my roots in the Midwest.
I was once out cold at 15 years old
I have faced struggle and hardship in my life.
Rolled and sold, you, me, and Bo
I have made mistakes in my life and associated with the wrong crowd.
Sittin' in Jackson infested with rats
I have spent time in less-than-ideal living situations.
With a silver gat tucked deep in my slacks
I have had to protect myself and my interests in the past.
I was a young bad mother in my own eyes
At one time, I saw myself as tough and intimidating.
But now I realize it wasn't too wise
I regret some of my past actions and choices.
So now I teach, I'll reach to each
I use my experiences and my music to help and inspire others.
And every single individual
I believe that everyone has something to offer and something to learn.
Everybody all over the world, its time for understandin
We need to come together and understand each other.
Come together
We need unity and cooperation in order to make positive change.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ROBERT J. RITCHIE, ROBERT EARL BELL, RONALD N. BELL, GEORGE MELVIN BROWN, CLAYDES EUGENE SMITH, DENNIS THOMAS
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Derek Brainard
This album is amazing. I give credit to any rapper who rap over mid tempo beat.
Dr. Ariel Finch
#1 on my KR list. This sums up my beliefs mostly, and what I think should happen to all the good people in the world. Some of it will be interpreted as offensive. But the middle part by far is something that can be used against drugs. Great song.
Pirahnahead313
MORECOONJUICEPLEASE!!!!