Machine Gun Kelly released his fifth album, Tickets to My Downfall, in 2020; it marked a complete departure from hip hop and entry into pop punk. It debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, the only rock album to do so that year, and contained the single "My Ex's Best Friend" (with blackbear), which reached number 20 on the Hot 100. He achieved similar commercial success with its follow up mainstream sellout (2022).
Machine Gun Kelly had his first starring role in the romantic drama Beyond the Lights (2014), and since appeared in the techno-thriller Nerve (2016), the horror Bird Box (2018), the comedy Big Time Adolescence and portrayed Tommy Lee in the biopic The Dirt (both 2019).
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machine_Gun_Kelly_(musician)
Studio albums
Lace Up (2012)
General Admission (2015)
bloom (2017)
Hotel Diablo (2019)
Tickets To My Downfall (2020)
mainstream sellout (2022)
Deluxes Versions
Lace Up (Deluxe) (2012)
General Admission (Deluxe) (2015)
bloom (Deluxe) (2017)
Tickets To My Downfall (SOLD OUT Deluxe) (2020)
mainstream sellout (life in pink deluxe) (2022)
Mixtapes and EP's
Stamp of Approval (2007)
Homecoming (2008)
100 Words and Running (2010)
Lace Up! (2010)
Rage Pack (2011)
Half Naked & Almost Famous - EP (2012)
EST 4 Life (2012)
Lace Up (The Prelude) (2012)
Black Flag (2013)
Fuck It (2015)
BINGE (2018)
lockdown sessions (2022)
genre : sadboy (2024)
Now I Know
Machine Gun Kelly Lyrics
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But since they already want a thing from me
Fuck it
Now I know, Now I know, Now I know
Now I know, Now I know, Now I know
Look, now is it just me or is this shit crazy?
Come up from where we from?
Who would've thought we'd be this famous?
Critics hate us, promoters played us
Rappers copy what I've created
Signed to a major, that ain't change shit
One year later, bitch I made it
Out the basement, out of all them shitty as jobs
In the kitchen with the nametag apron
From homeless to a hometown favorite
Broke every stereotype, I got named with
So mother fuck the world with a nase did
So I bust these bars cuz they caged us
Never trust the lords cuz they flagrant
Whips and chains cuz I've been affidavit
Suits and ties and courtroom's for arraignment
Hugs and tears for the jails I'm facin'
Put some bills in the pavement, black rags hangin'
Lettin' the world know we bangin'
EST is what I'm claimin'
EST is for life baby
Two figures up till the world lace up
And if you ain't say it now what the fuck you sayin?
Now I know, Now I know, Now I know
Now I know, Now I know, Now I know
How can you judge someone you've never known?
Speak on what they felt and you've never gone
Man I get dough and this city gave birth in this
How the fuck can I not call this home?
I did my best walk in this city
Seen some of the best get mugged in this city
And although I love it there's crap in the bucket
Gotta keep you like sweatshirts up in this city
Cuz it's a cold world when you hide shit
People keep sayin' you changed even though you the same
But now you just got shit
But I can do without the fame
Because it was fuck you then they loved you
And everyone want pictures of you
Their family members start thinkin' you pagan
All of a sudden this thing is your uncle
Radio stations want somethin' for nothing
The plug is the pilots, things get to they head
I'm one of the best, but it part of the trend
It's not how you flow with your clothes instead
Man I am a prodigy, fuckin' apology
I am new, why I'm accepted or not?
I throw my L up cuz even when I'm down
These two fingers down here is all that I got
Now I know, Now I know, Now I know
Now I know, Now I know, Now I know
The lyrics of Machine Gun Kelly's song Now I Know are a reflection of the rapper's rise to fame and his personal struggles with the responsibilities and expectations that come with it. In the opening lines, he references the effect of drugs on his thinking but decides to let go of the pressure of meeting others' expectations. He then reflects on his success story and how he has broken stereotypes despite facing criticism, being played by promoters, and copied by other rappers.
MGK talks about how he made it from the bottom and how he has become a favorite in his hometown. He understands that the world is cagey, and the establishment is unforgiving. He speaks on the challenges faced by people in urban communities and reflects on his growth as an individual who has experienced poverty, crime, and the pains of disloyalty. He mentions that he has earned his place in the music industry, but he's still the same person who threw his middle fingers up before the world took notice.
Machine Gun Kelly uses the song Now I Know as a tribute to his hometown Cleveland, Ohio, and as an expression of gratitude to his fans. He also identifies with people who struggle with poverty and crime and encourages them to keep hoping and fighting. The lyrics are an affirmation of the artist's strength and resilience, and they serve as reassurance to his fans that they can overcome their struggles too.
Line by Line Meaning
This weed got a motherfucker thinkin' too much
The use of marijuana is leading to excessive thinking
But since they already want a thing from me
Since I'm already being pursued for something, I don't care what else happens
Now I know, Now I know, Now I know
I have now realized something and it's something I've become confident in
Look, now is it just me or is this shit crazy?
I am pondering whether the current situation is insane
I mean we still nobodies but damn
Despite not being recognized yet, it's still impressive what we have achieved
Come up from where we from?
How did we become successful given our origins?
Who would've thought we'd be this famous?
No one would've predicted us to reach this level of notoriety
Critics hate us, promoters played us
We receive criticism while also being taken advantage of by promoters
Rappers copy what I've created
Other musicians are emulating the style of music I've created
Signed to a major, that ain't change shit
Being signed to a major label hasn't altered much for me
One year later, bitch I made it
Within a year, I have achieved success
Out the basement, out of all them shitty as jobs
I've moved on from a rough, difficult beginning
In the kitchen with the nametag apron
I used to work in a kitchen where I had to wear an apron with my name on it
From homeless to a hometown favorite
I've gone from being homeless to a popular figure in my hometown
Broke every stereotype, I got named with
I've broken free from stereotypes assigned to me
So mother fuck the world with a nase did
I'm rebelling against the world with confidence and passion
So I bust these bars cuz they caged us
I'm using music to break free from societal oppression
Never trust the lords cuz they flagrant
I don't trust the people in power because they're corrupt
Whips and chains cuz I've been affidavit
I've dealt with oppression and control through my experiences with the law
Suits and ties and courtroom's for arraignment
I've had to deal with corporate, clean-cut legal proceedings as well
Hugs and tears for the jails I'm facin'
I've experienced emotional pain while facing time in prison
Put some bills in the pavement, black rags hangin'
I'm physically placing money on the ground with my gang's symbol present
Lettin' the world know we bangin'
I'm making it clear to the world that my gang is violent
EST is what I'm claimin'
I'm claiming to be a member of EST
EST is for life baby
Being part of EST is my lifelong commitment
Two figures up till the world lace up
I'm showing two figures (middle fingers) to the world
And if you ain't say it now what the fuck you sayin?
If you haven't said anything supportive of me already, then what are you doing?
How can you judge someone you've never known?
It's impossible to accurately assess someone you've never met
Speak on what they felt and you've never gone
Don't speak about what someone has gone through if you haven't experienced it yourself
Man I get dough and this city gave birth in this
I've made a lot of money and this city is where I started out
How the fuck can I not call this home?
With all my success and history in this city, it's only natural to consider it my home
I did my best walk in this city
I've tried my hardest to navigate this city and make it to where I am now
Seen some of the best get mugged in this city
Even successful people have experienced difficulties in this city
And although I love it there's crap in the bucket
Despite my love for this city, there are still negative aspects to it
Gotta keep you like sweatshirts up in this city
You need to stay alert and protected in this city
Cuz it's a cold world when you hide shit
In this harsh world, it's dangerous to keep secrets
People keep sayin' you changed even though you the same
Others claim I've changed even though I'm still the same person I've always been
But now you just got shit
Despite the criticism, I'm still successful and have a lot of influence
But I can do without the fame
I'm willing to give up fame if it means being true to myself
Because it was fuck you then they loved you
People initially disliked me, but now those same people are fans
And everyone want pictures of you
Due to my popularity, everyone wants to take pictures with me
Their family members start thinkin' you pagan
Some people's family members view me as evil due to my lifestyle
All of a sudden this thing is your uncle
People I've never met before suddenly claim to be related to me
Radio stations want somethin' for nothing
Radio stations expect me to make appearances and perform without compensation
The plug is the pilots, things get to they head
Those with power (such as pilots) can let that power go to their heads
I'm one of the best, but it part of the trend
I'm recognized as one of the top performers, but my style is trendy and not necessarily unique
It's not how you flow with your clothes instead
My success isn't solely based on my appearance
Man I am a prodigy, fuckin' apology
I'm incredibly talented and don't need to apologize for it
I am new, why I'm accepted or not?
I'm relatively new to the music industry and don't know how I'm truly perceived
I throw my L up cuz even when I'm down
I still show my gang symbol, even during difficult times
These two fingers down here is all that I got
My gang affiliation is all I have left to hold onto
Contributed by Camilla T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Know the world knows
What I been thinking
What I been aiming at
Everyone hated
And doubted
Laughed
Like I was playing
Got better
Let them read it
Hear a little
Now the whole world
Like holy shit
He holy
Plus the shit
Better then the
Last or
The next
Like single for ever
But never again
Because there's always
Two
With no space
#XX
@amromelhim4979
i would like to see beautiful problem ,Mod sun newest song
@MeganWargula
amro melhim Thanks for your request! https://youtu.be/XyoUufmYQbw
@nikkithruthelookingglass183
Megans Lyrics thanks for loveing kells as much as i do
@patrickconners
This might be mgk’s most underrated song. Not even 1 million views? Now is it just me or is that shit CRAZY?
@marinagabina1654
In the moment i read it he sang that part 😂😂
@KenworthT6832
2020 still bangin this shit and it’s still underrated asf💯💪🔥
@mortzon5681
On same page 🤘🏼❌❌ #EST4LIFE
@jessicamitchell5244
2022
@anarchistic9835
It's amazing how far this man has come. I'm so happy I was able to be here for the ride
@aaronkauffman1118
2019 this music still don’t get boring ☝🏼🤙🏽