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.
Kali Baby
Krizz Kaliko Lyrics
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You’ve seen him on stages around the globe
Fellas, get jealous
Ladies, scream if you want to
I knew you would
He go by name of Krizz Kaliko but y’all can call him Kalibaby
[Chorus]
Kali baby
Kali put your show on tonight!
(boom,boom,boom,boom!)
Whole world buzzin' on the snake and the bat
Now we the best, never takin’ it back
Without a reason people know that we’re breathin’
Once we see them we know they never leave
Haller it out when they see him
They used to make fun of him, now they wanna be him
If they say they’re better than Kali don’t believe ‘em
They coat and they sneezin’ and I be the reason
They took the long way but name away
Not all but grateful I’m makin’ a pay day
I’d love to say I’m still on my hay day
Hip hop I get washed away if I don’t stay
If you ever heard of Tecca Ninna then you've heard of him
If you listen you can hear him screamin’ cause murders 'em
[Chorus]
Now wait, can I pick up one? Can I pick up one?
Which one that want, to have some fun
Yea, you and me both
Always been the little ladies, they that call me Kali Kali
If you wanna kick it baby momma don’t bring her around me
I pick up the ball and if you drop niggas can stop the heat
Get your rimmy ballin’ but ballers somebody stop me
Yes, I’m the guy with the thing on his eye
My music is dope and I’m gettin’ high of my own supply
I come to shizny and I swear Krizz is the business
We got you girlies girlies glistenin’ from listenin’
As long as you within rope and it’s so awful when you so broke
I got car around my wrist and I got a house around my throat
[Chorus]
[Repeat x2]
I think I love ‘er
I think I love him
I drive her crazy
He drives me crazy
But I say
With what he says he makes me wanna have his baby
Kali baby
Kali baby
Kali baby
It’s my lady
Kali baby
Kali baby
Kali baby
[Chorus]
I will not stop rappin’
I will not stop rappin’
I will not stop rappin’
I will not stop rappin’
I will not stop rappin’
I will not stop rappin’
The lyrics of Krizz Kaliko’s song Kali Baby are mostly about the rapper introducing himself and his stage persona to the listeners. He talks about how he is known and loved by people around the world, especially the ladies who scream for him. He mentions his previous stage name "Tecca Ninna" and boasts about how he is the reason for some people’s success in the music industry. The lyrics also touch upon the rapper’s love life, mentioning how some people drive him crazy but he still loves them, and how he will never stop rapping.
In the chorus, Kaliko repeats the phrase “Kali Baby” several times, perhaps to draw attention to his new stage name and make it stick in the listeners’ minds. The song’s beat is catchy, with a repeated “boom, boom, boom, boom” sound that adds to the overall energy of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Alright, alright, alright, alright
Starting strong, Krizz Kaliko gets us pumped for his performance.
You’ve seen him on stages around the globe
Krizz Kaliko is an experienced performer who has traveled worldwide for his music.
Fellas, get jealous
Krizz Kaliko commands the attention and admiration of men in his audience.
Ladies, scream if you want to
Krizz Kaliko asks ladies to scream if they're excited, which is a typical audience response during live music shows.
I knew you would
Krizz Kaliko predicts that the ladies will scream as requested.
He go by name of Krizz Kaliko but y’all can call him Kalibaby
Krizz Kaliko is introducing himself and inviting his fans to call him by his nickname, Kalibaby.
Kali baby Kali baby Kali put your show on tonight! (boom,boom,boom,boom!)
Krizz Kaliko is hyping up his crowd, encouraging them to join him and participate in the performance.
Whole world buzzin' on the snake and the bat
Krizz Kaliko has a significant following worldwide, represented by the logo of his record label, Snake and Bat.
Now we the best, never takin’ it back
Krizz Kaliko is proud of himself and his team, stating they are the best and never compromising on that belief.
Without a reason people know that we’re breathin’
Krizz Kaliko and his team are so popular that people recognize them, even without being on stage or making music.
Once we see them we know they never leave
Krizz Kaliko knows that his fans are dedicated and will stick with him for the long haul.
Haller it out when they see him
Krizz Kaliko's fans shout his name when they see him, excited to see him in person.
They used to make fun of him, now they wanna be him
Krizz Kaliko has experienced ridicule and haters in the past but is now successful, and those same people want to be like him.
If they say they’re better than Kali don’t believe ‘em
Krizz Kaliko's confidence and talent make him superior to others in his profession, and anyone who claims to be better is not to be taken seriously.
They coat and they sneezin’ and I be the reason
Krizz Kaliko is aware that some people try to imitate his style, but he's the original and the reason for their success.
They took the long way but name away, not all but grateful I’m makin’ a pay day
Krizz Kaliko is grateful for his success, despite having had to take the long way to get there.
I’d love to say I’m still on my hay day
Krizz Kaliko acknowledges that he's still in his prime, and his music is still relevant, and popular.
Hip hop I get washed away if I don’t stay
Krizz Kaliko recognizes the fragility of the music industry and understands that he must keep up with changes to remain relevant.
If you ever heard of Tecca Ninna then you've heard of him
Another well-known artist, Tecca Ninna, is a friend/associate of Krizz Kaliko, and knowing either of them means you know of the other.
If you listen you can hear him screamin’ cause murders 'em
Tecca Ninna is a talented performer, and his fans are passionate about his music.
Now wait, can I pick up one? Can I pick up one?
Krizz Kaliko is negotiating with someone for a good time, possibly a romantic encounter.
Which one that want, to have some fun
Krizz Kaliko is looking for someone interested in having a good time with him.
Yea, you and me both
Krizz Kaliko is excited to have someone agree to have fun with him.
Always been the little ladies, they that call me Kali Kali
Krizz Kaliko's female fans have affectionately called him Kali Kali throughout his career.
If you wanna kick it baby momma don’t bring her around me
Krizz Kaliko is referencing his fans' wives/girlfriends and requesting that they not be brought around him when he's having a good time.
I pick up the ball and if you drop niggas can stop the heat
Krizz Kaliko believes in leading in his industry and bringing the heat; if someone else drops the ball, he can take over and keep things going.
Get your rimmy ballin’ but ballers somebody stop me
Krizz Kaliko continues his sports analogy, encouraging others to play basketball but acknowledging that they can't keep up with him.
Yes, I’m the guy with the thing on his eye
Krizz Kaliko has a distinctive style, often wearing an eye patch.
My music is dope and I’m gettin’ high of my own supply
Krizz Kaliko is confident in his music and loves it as much as his fans do.
I come to shizny and I swear Krizz is the business
Krizz Kaliko is a popular figure in Shizny, and his performance is not to be missed.
We got you girlies girlies glistenin’ from listenin’
Krizz Kaliko's female fans are captivated and enthralled by his music and performance.
As long as you within rope and it’s so awful when you so broke
Krizz Kaliko acknowledges that being poor is terrible, and he feels that nobody should have to suffer from it.
I got car around my wrist and I got a house around my throat
Krizz Kaliko is wealthy, and he's proud of his material possessions, such as a fancy car and an expensive necklace.
I think I love ‘er I think I love him I drive her crazy He drives me crazy But I say With what he says he makes me wanna have his baby
Krizz Kaliko is exploring love and attraction, acknowledging that his partner drives him wild and makes him want to have a baby.
I will not stop rappin’ I will not stop rappin’ I will not stop rappin’ I will not stop rappin’ I will not stop rappin’ I will not stop rappin’
Krizz Kaliko is passionate about his music and has no plans to ever stop performing.
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