A perennial favorite as the craziest DJ in the world according to fans, Men… Read Full Bio ↴A perennial favorite as the craziest DJ in the world according to fans, Mental Theo has been a part of Hollands dance scene from the heady days of disco through to the global clubland of the new millennium, with temporary pit stops covering, Acid, Electro, Happy Hardcore, Hardcore and the immense rave revolution of the middle '80s & late '90s.

Mental Theo was born in ‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands in 1965, Theo began DJing family get-togethers at the age of ten, selecting records from his parents' stack of soul 55s. He was buying his own records soon after, (album ABBA) and owned his first pair of turntables at the age of 14. The rest of his teens was making spare money at any job he could get to sell records, though Theo studied electrical engineering in college, he quit after several years and began working various jobs until he could become a full-time DJ.

Mental Theo had followed the musical trends from disco to rare groove on to hip-hop during the late '70s and early '80s, he even worked for a hip hop magazine, but the introduction of house into Holland during the middle part of the decade convinced him that he had found his niche. His reputation bloomed during the gabber house explosion of 1990-1993; Mental Theo played on wicked party’s together with dj Rob Janssen from Parkzicht Rotterdam. Later on at world’s biggest events : Fantazia (Scotland), Mayday (Finland), Love Parade (Berlin), Thunderdome (Holland), Newyears Rave (Australia), Goliath (Austria),Streetparade (swiss), Decibel (Holland), In Control (Holland), Mistery Land (Holland), Resurrection (UK), Overdose (France), Limelight (USA), XTC (USA) and many more, that signature built him into one of the top DJs of the early '90s.

In the early '90s Theo worked for Arcade Records and created the biggest Hardcore compilation in the world ever, (Thunderdome), later on Theo signed a production deal with Master Maximum Records, a label together with Charly Lownoise. Later on they scored world wide hits with there debut single, "Wonderful days" and sold millions of records. Eleven hit singles followed.
After the hit singles, Mental Theo started his own television production company and produced several tv shows for MTV and TMF in The Netherlands. 6 years of crazy tv, wicked shows and mostly outragiest items made Theo cool down and go back to his music.

Revolution
Mental Theo Lyrics

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Ain't too many niggas out here that's down ride for they block
Ain't too many niggas out here that's gonna ride for they squad
But its niggas out here like me that's gonna go hard
But its niggas out here like me that's gonna go hard
Ain't alot of niggas out here like me that's deep in the field
Ain't alot of niggas got a deal that's gonna go drill like I drill
Lost too many niggas, you ain't gonna feel like I feel
Smoking dope, pour up a 4, and I don't pop no pills

I seen a lot of niggas go and tell on they mans
A hundred grand, ask about me, I never took stand
We doing drills, we popping in and out of 'them vans
Nigga say he on me, boy, don't take a chance'
Cause I'm that nigga, throw that L for 'them hitters
Dogg Pound they with us, 4-6 they with us
These niggas be tripping, that nigga round me, everybody, they hitters
Ain't too many niggas out here that's down ride for they block
Ain't too many niggas out here that's gonna ride for they squad
But its niggas out here like me that's gonna go hard
But its niggas out here like me that's gonna go hard
Ain't too many niggas out here that's down ride for they block
Ain't too many niggas out here that's gonna ride for they squad
But its niggas out here like me that's gonna go hard
But its niggas out here like me that's gonna go hard
I'm a youngin' like bro, and Im real no joke so bitch I'mma go hard
They took LA so they gotta pay and sucka I'mma go hard
Me and bro I done seen a lot of shit, I done did a lot of shit' and still came home
Im OTF OD you left you drinkin with squad
I need a bitch look foreign bitch look sum like Minaj I'm right here Durk, if he tweet then put em on a shirt
Late night that bitch I lurk
And all these goofy niggas looking like jerks
Smoking dope I'm off that earth
And Chi-raq is my turf
Talk tough then a pussy get murked
Trust me, Ill have a nigga so hurt
We spit that bitch go squirt
Robin Jeans got a bitch wanna flirt
Double cups where the cuss pour purp
All the scary niggas bitch go to church.
Ain't too many niggas out here that's down ride for they block
Ain't too many niggas out here that's gonna ride for they squad
But its niggas out here like me that's gonna go hard
But its niggas out here like me that's gonna go hard
Ain't too many niggas out here that's down ride for they block
Ain't too many niggas out here that's gonna ride for they squad

But its niggas out here like me that's gonna go hard
But its niggas out here like me that's gonna go hard

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Mental Theo's song "Revolution" are a reflection of the struggles and experiences faced by a young person growing up in the inner city. The lyrics evoke a sense of defiance and determination to rise above the violence and chaos that surrounds them. The singer acknowledges that there aren't many people who are willing to fight for their community, but they are one of the few who will go hard to protect their block and their squad. The lyrics illustrate a sense of loyalty and brotherhood that are highly valued in urban communities.

The singer also touches on the issue of snitching and betrayal, and how it has affected their community. They feel a deep sense of loss for the friends and comrades they have lost to betrayal and violence. Despite the pain and trauma, they refuse to give in to despair or defeat. They are determined to keep pushing forward and fighting for what's right.

Line by Line Meaning

Ain't too many niggas out here that's down ride for they block
There are not many people who are willing to stand up for their neighborhood.

Ain't too many niggas out here that's gonna ride for they squad
Not many people are willing to defend their team.

But its niggas out here like me that's gonna go hard
I am one of the few who will fight without hesitation.

Ain't alot of niggas out here like me that's deep in the field
I have experience and knowledge in the streets that most people lack.

Ain't alot of niggas got a deal that's gonna go drill like I drill
I am not just a rapper, I am still involved in gang activity and am not afraid to fight.

Lost too many niggas, you ain't gonna feel like I feel
I have lost too many friends to violence, and it has affected me deeply.

Smoking dope, pour up a 4, and I don't pop no pills
I cope with my pain through substance abuse, but I am not addicted to pills.

I seen a lot of niggas go and tell on they mans
I have witnessed many people betray those they were loyal to by cooperating with law enforcement.

A hundred grand, ask about me, I never took stand
I have been offered large sums of money to snitch, but I have never cooperated with the police.

We doing drills, we popping in and out of 'them vans
We are constantly on the move, engaging in criminal activity while avoiding being caught.

Nigga say he on me, boy, don't take a chance'
If someone threatens me or my crew, they will face the consequences.

Cause I'm that nigga, throw that L for 'them hitters
I am a respected leader in my gang, and I will stand up for my crew.

Dogg Pound they with us, 4-6 they with us
The Dogg Pound and 4-6 crews are aligned with us and support us.

These niggas be tripping, that nigga round me, everybody, they hitters
Some people are unreliable and do not have our backs when it matters, but the people around me are all capable of violence.

I'm a youngin' like bro, and Im real no joke so bitch I'mma go hard
I am young, but I am serious and capable of fighting hard.

They took LA so they gotta pay and sucka I'mma go hard
Our enemies who have invaded our territory in Los Angeles will face retaliation and I will be a part of it.

Me and bro I done seen a lot of shit, I done did a lot of shit' and still came home
My friend and I have experienced and participated in many dangerous situations and have managed to come out alive.

Im OTF OD you left you drinkin with squad
I am part of the Only The Family Overdose crew, and anyone who is not part of our crew is beneath us.

I need a bitch look foreign bitch look sum like Minaj I'm right here Durk, if he tweet then put em on a shirt
I am interested in a woman who looks like Nicki Minaj, and if anyone disrespects my friend Durk on social media, they will face consequences.

Late night that bitch I lurk
At night, I am actively looking for trouble and am prepared to fight if necessary.

And all these goofy niggas looking like jerks
I see many people who are not involved in gang activity and who look foolish to me.

Smoking dope I'm off that earth
I am heavily under the influence of drugs and am not entirely present in reality.

And Chi-raq is my turf
Chicago is my territory, and I will defend it fiercely.

Talk tough then a pussy get murked
If someone talks tough but is not willing to fight, they will be eliminated.

Trust me, Ill have a nigga so hurt
If necessary, I will cause great physical harm to someone who has wronged me or my crew.

We spit that bitch go squirt
Our raps are so powerful that they can have a physical effect on people.

Robin Jeans got a bitch wanna flirt
I am dressed in expensive designer clothing, which is attractive to women.

Double cups where the cuss pour purp
I am drinking a large amount of codeine mixed with soda, which is commonly known as 'purple drank.'

All the scary niggas bitch go to church.
People who are afraid to engage in violence should refrain from participating in gang activity.

Writer(s): - Joker Three, Johnny Dirne, Theo Nabuurs, Roy Poortmans Copyright: Hanseatic Musikverlag Gmbh & Co. Kg, Musicallstars Bv

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