Krizz Kaliko began his musical career in the late 1990s when he began working with a local producer by the name of IcyRoc Kraven. Another local rapper by the name of Tech N9ne was also collaborating with IcyRoc at the time, which led to the two rappers meeting. Tech N9ne was currently working on a song titled "Who You Came To See" and Krizz made a comment that the song could have a better hook. Tech offered up the opportunity to prove his case, and Tech was blown away when Kaliko proved just that. Tech would bring Kaliko into his "inner circle" which would eventually result in Kaliko signing to the label co-owned by his new found friend.
Since then, Kaliko has often contributed to albums put out by Tech N9ne, be it being featured as a rapper or simply providing background vocals for the tracks on the album. Although the largest portion of his work is that of his collaborations with Tech, he has also performed similar tasks for fellow labelmates Kutt Calhoun, Skatterman & Snug Brim, and Prozak. Other collaborations include tracks with the Kottonmouth Kings, Potluck, E-40, and Twiztid.
His debut album, Vitiligo released in May 6, 2008, charted on several Billboard charts including peaking at number 19 on the Top Independent Albums in the week of May 28, 2008. In the same week, he peaked at number 167 on the Billboard 200.
His second studio album, Genius, was released on July 14, 2009.
Krizz has chosen the title Shock Treatment for his third studio album. Other titles he considered were "Son of Sam" and "Walk on Water."
Krizz Kaliko is married and has a son, both are mentioned in his music.
He also suffers from the disease, Vitiligo, a skin disorder characterized by smooth, white patches on various parts of the body caused by the loss of natural pigment. Several of these patches are clearly visible on his face. He would later use the name of the disease he suffers from as the title for his debut album. Krizz has also been diagnosed with Bipolar disorder. On his second album, he titled one of the tracks after the disorder.
Gumbo
Krizz Kaliko Lyrics
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Kali baby!
Somethin' strange in it!
Now this jam ain't for everybody
Only the sexy people
That means you baby
If you've ever loved anybody
Loved anything, loved anyone
[Chorus]
Your baby got a hole in it
I fill it up
She get turned on by all my lil' stuff
Got my little country girl a gumbo
I take some rock and roll and I add a little soul
Now watch me put a spoon in it
Stir it up
Now watch me put a spoon in it
Stir it up
Watch me put a spoon in it
Stir it up
My baby like to eat until she get filled up
See, see, see
Now my mama introduced us at church
As a kid, a kid I loved her for whatever it's worth
We was supposed to be closer than Siamese twins at they birth
Now we so down and together we ain't got to rehearse
Check it out
Getting you's a long shot
Really into you 'cause you're so hot
Tryna pretend you're not
Sho gotta way with words
But I gon' lock it down
Nigga stay wit' her
She already familiar wit' my familia
The way she make us gon' and giddy up
Feel like she killin' us
She ain't lettin' you in them guts
Unless you plan to crush 'em
She only let me touch 'em
Kill shit heard me bustin'
And I bat her up like I'm on the (?)
But only give it to me when she in the mood
Never ever see her in the nude
But I'm peekin' anyway
[Chorus]
I ain't ignorin' you
Hope that I ain't borin' you numb
When I'm on stage a whole 'nother page
In the cookbook when I'm on this music
But you got the recipe
For lovin' sexiness
And I gets the herbs and spices
Veggie slices come natural
Than when I'm on the mic
I'm playin' you know I downplay everything I do
When I'm rhymin' a stew D-O top ramen
My noodle needs a (meal?)
And when I cook up
The women look up
Now I'm in the soup wit' you
Look at all the time took up
When the rhyme hooked up
When the Kaliko and Oob infuse
I'm ready to munch
Break em off fast I'm ready for lunch
Not even a minute past
I digest fast
Baby what you got simmering up?
She followed the smell of stale failures
Before me, Master Chef
Sprinkle a little bit
No more fast and put some weight on those little hips
[Chorus]
We go together like niggas and leather
Peanut butter and jelly
The dream team is you and the Genius
Is what they tell me
See we the power couple
We devour the couple
Your lips is soft and supple
But trouble if you try to muffle
A couple of 'em got it
And found out you was 'bout it
Me and you is automatic
I feel like I'm an addict
Somethin' wrong in my attic
Is filled with snake and bats
Need a room thats padded
Cause I ain't sure just how to act
The Kalikoholics been conditioned for the listenin'
They love to watch us switch it
What she do when she wit' Krizz n' 'em
Feel like I'm pimpin' her
This music girl my bottom B
The way I'm workin' like she pimpin' me
[Chorus]
The song "Gumbo" by Krizz Kaliko feat. Oobergeek is a seductive and suggestive track that explores the idea of filling the missing pieces in a relationship. The playful nature of the song can be observed in the beginning where the lyrics state that the jam is not for everybody but only for the sexy people who are willing to embrace their love for someone or something. The chorus of the song refers to the girl's intimacy as a gumbo, a traditional Southern dish that is a combination of various ingredients. The lyrics further indicate that the singer can fill the missing piece of her heart, and that he can turn her on with just a little of his "stuff."
As the song progresses, the lyrics explore the history of the relationship between the singer and his female partner. The lyrics suggest that they have known each other since childhood, and that the singer loved her from the beginning. However, the relationship did not become romantic until later in life. The lyrics describe them as being together, and she is familiar with the singer's family. Additionally, they have an intense sexual relationship that involves the partner only allowing the singer to touch her intimately.
Overall, "Gumbo" is a song about a hot and steamy relationship where the partners bring out the best in each other. The song describes the couple's passion, the way they are devoted to each other, and how they complete each other. It is a suggestive, playful, and lively track that celebrates the idea of love and the unbreakable bond between two people.
Line by Line Meaning
Uhh, wait a minute!
Pause and pay attention, Kali baby is about to start singing about something strange.
Somethin' strange in it!
There is something odd or fascinating about this song.
Now this jam ain't for everybody
This song is not for everyone to enjoy.
Only the sexy people
This song is for the attractive people.
That means you baby
If you are beautiful, this song is for you.
If you've ever loved anybody
If you have ever had feelings for someone.
Loved anything, loved anyone
If you have ever loved anyone or anything.
Than you'll feel me.
You will understand the feeling of this song if you have ever been in love.
Your baby got a hole in it
There is something missing in your lover.
I fill it up
I will make up the missing piece in your partner.
She get turned on by all my lil' stuff
Your lover is attracted to all the little things about me.
Got my little country girl a gumbo
I have made a melody filled with different genres of music and given it to my lover from the countryside.
I take some rock and roll and I add a little soul
I have combined rock and soul genres in my music.
Now watch me put a spoon in it
Now watch me stir everything together.
Stir it up
Mix everything up.
Watch me put a spoon in it
Watch me mix everything together.
My baby like to eat until she get filled up
My lover enjoys my music until they are satisfied.
Now my mama introduced us at church
Our families introduced us to each other at church.
As a kid, a kid I loved her for whatever it's worth
As a child, I loved her, and it meant a lot to me.
We was supposed to be closer than Siamese twins at they birth
We were supposed to be extremely close.
Now we so down and together we ain't got to rehearse
Now we are comfortable together and do not need to rehearse.
Getting you's a long shot
It was hard to get your attention.
Really into you 'cause you're so hot
I am attracted to you because you are beautiful.
Tryna pretend you're not
Trying to act like you are not interested in me.
Sho gotta way with words
You are skilled at using words.
But I gon' lock it down
I will make sure we stay together.
Nigga stay wit' her
I will stay with you.
She already familiar wit' my familia
You are already familiar with my family.
The way she make us gon' and giddy up
You make us enthusiastic and excited.
Feel like she killin' us
You make us so happy; it almost feels like we're getting killed.
She ain't lettin' you in them guts
You are not allowing anyone else to feel what we feel.
Unless you plan to crush 'em
You will only allow someone in if they are planning on staying with you.
She only let me touch 'em
You only allow me to feel what we feel.
Kill shit heard me bustin'
You appreciate the music I make.
And I bat her up like I'm on the (?)
I hit a homerun every time I'm with you.
But only give it to me when she in the mood
You only allow us to feel what we feel when you are in the mood.
Never ever see her in the nude
I have never seen you naked.
But I'm peekin' anyway
But I'm still curious.
I ain't ignorin' you
I'm still paying attention.
Hope that I ain't borin' you numb
I hope I am not boring you to the point of not feeling anything.
When I'm on stage a whole 'nother page
When I'm performing on stage, it's a completely different experience.
In the cookbook when I'm on this music
I am skilled at creating music.
But you got the recipe
But you know how to make it even better.
For lovin' sexiness
You know how to create an atmosphere of love and sexiness.
And I gets the herbs and spices
And I bring the additional ingredients to the recipe.
Veggie slices come natural
I am skilled at using vegetables as ingredients.
Than when I'm on the mic
When I'm performing on stage.
I'm playin' you know I downplay everything I do
I am modest about my skills and abilities.
When I'm rhymin' a stew D-O top ramen
My rhyming is like a unique dish, similar to top ramen noodle soup.
My noodle needs a (meal?)
I need more substance in my music.
And when I cook up
When I create music.
The women look up
Women are interested in what I create.
Now I'm in the soup wit' you
Now I'm in love with you.
Look at all the time took up
I have invested so much time and effort into our relationship.
When the rhyme hooked up
When everything fell into place creatively.
When the Kaliko and Oob infuse
When Krizz Kaliko and Oobergeek collaborate.
I'm ready to munch
I'm ready to eat the delicious stew we created together.
Break em off fast I'm ready for lunch
Let's move on to the next course quickly.
Not even a minute past
We're ready for the next stage already.
I digest fast
I absorb new experiences quickly.
Baby what you got simmering up?
What are you thinking right now?
She followed the smell of stale failures
You are following a pattern of negative experiences in relationships.
Before me, Master Chef
Before meeting me, you were with someone more skilled.
Sprinkle a little bit
Add some extra flavor to the recipe.
No more fast and put some weight on those little hips
Slow down a bit and relax; you should add some extra weight.
We go together like niggas and leather
We are perfect together like hip hop culture and leather jackets.
Peanut butter and jelly
We're like peanut butter and jelly, two things that go well together.
The dream team is you and the Genius
We are the perfect team because you are the genius.
Is what they tell me
This is what people say about us.
See we the power couple
We are the strongest couple.
We devour the couple
We are the couple that everyone envies.
Your lips is soft and supple
Your lips are soft and irresistible.
But trouble if you try to muffle
It may cause trouble if you try to suppress your feelings.
A couple of 'em got it
Some people understand our relationship.
And found out you was 'bout it
They recognized your commitment to our relationship.
Me and you is automatic
We have instant chemistry.
I feel like I'm an addict
I feel addicted to you.
Somethin' wrong in my attic
There's something wrong with me psychologically because I'm obsessed with you.
Is filled with snake and bats
My thoughts are chaotic and negative.
Need a room thats padded
I need to be in an environment that is safe.
Cause I ain't sure just how to act
I'm unsure of how I should behave around you.
The Kalikoholics been conditioned for the listenin'
Krizz Kaliko's fanbase has been prepared to listen to his new material.
They love to watch us switch it
They love seeing us change it up musically.
What she do when she wit' Krizz n' 'em
What happens when a girl hangs out with Krizz Kaliko and his crew.
Feel like I'm pimpin' her
I feel like I'm promoting her to others.
This music girl my bottom B
This girl in music is my main partner.
The way I'm workin' like she pimpin' me
The way I'm working in music, she's promoting me like a pimp would.
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Jerett Franklin
This dude brings always brings new life to hip hop. Something I won't ever get tired of
Cody Miller
As a music enthusiast Krizz has just secured my #1 favorite artist. +1 Keep it coming!
xeraliZe
His flow and technique is superb. This dude's got talent!
Apt4Productions
KILLIN' IT AGAIN! Love the old timey songs! IT GOES UP!
Kokonut Music Mixes
Fuck yes!!! I love when Kaliko blends his incredible vocals with his sick flow. I'm pretty sure there is no one else on the planet that can do it like he does.
Turtle Loner
krizz should have waaay more fans. he is really talented.
AnthonyTaylor101
I love it. Always original and passionate.
Henry Morgan Allen
KRIZZ I have to thank you for your last show here in Italy. Guys, KALIKO is a wonderful person, he stayed with me and few others under the rain on the sidewalk, just talking and answering questions with no hurry, no security, nobody. I don't know if that is a usual thing in your country, but here is not and I was surprised and happy to meet such a wonderful artist, and to spend 15 minutes talking with him. Thank you again KALI! A-ha, Kali baby!
Amazon Kutee
Why am I just discovering Krizz Kaliko?? I've been listening to his songs on repeat for a few hours now..especially this one and Talk Up On It. Definitely a musical genius!!
Isaiah Herring
Ever since Alone with tech n9ne krizz has been putting more sole in his songs, I love it he may be the best singer in the industry right now:) keep it up krizz much love from NJ