He is known for his raps, songs and choruses in both Dutch and English. Apart from being a performing artist himself, he is also active as song writer and producer.
In the hip hop scene Mr. Probz is known for the critically acclaimed songs 'Drivin', 'Who Are You' and 'Get My Props', a string of hits in his native language in The Netherlands and many collaborations with well known hip hop artists in the United States. Despite offers to sign with record labels, both in The Netherlands and in the US, Mr. Probz decided to keep building a strong foundation in Europe as an independent artist.
Mr. Probz had been creatively active since a young age, already occupying himself with graffiti as a youngster and writing lyrics about his every day experiences. At a young age he was faced with the typical trials and tribulations of inner city youth growing up, spending large portions of his time on the streets and viewing his music as the one path out of a life of poverty and crime.
August 6 th 2010, Mr. Probz got shot down in the centre of Amsterdam. In the hospital the popular hip hop artist received massive attention from the Dutch media and support from fellow musicians and fans. Within days after his release from the hospital, Mr. Probz was already back to focusing on his music. Half a year after the accident, the Dutch hit song ‘Meisje Luister’ of him and Kleine Viezerik was a #1 hit at the FunX Hip Hop Chart.
In 2010 Mr. Probz was nominated for a BNN/State Award in the category ‘Best Artist’. He was the first unsigned artist to get this nomination in the award show’s history.
In the Dutch motion picture 'Bolletjes Blues' Mr. Probz plays the role of lead character Jimmy. ‘Bolletjes Blues’ was the first Dutch hip hop film.
In his career Mr. Probz recorded and worked closely with artists like Alchemist, Joell Ortiz, Joe Budden, Scott Storch, Yukmouth, Grafh, Raekwon, Royce da 5’9 and Giorgio Tuinfort (Konvict Music), among many others.
Currently Mr. Probz is readying his debut album, called ‘The Treatment’.
Runnin'
Mr. Probz Lyrics
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One thing I know
I'm not going back no more
So I just keep on running
I'll keep running
Until I can't no more
Until I can't no more
In something like a 747, it's like I'm on my way to heaven
Eyes to the ground
The wind pushing on my face through the clouds looking down
But then my clock starts ringing, it was all dream
Shit I don't know what it means
The streets is cold and Karma's a real bitch yo
I'm doing circles like I'm living in a fish bowl
They say a shark drowns if it don't swim
But it's like I'm on my way down and I can't win
But I can't lose, I refuse
Back on this grind, not enough time
Spent on my knees, rose-bead crosses
Trust me I know everything about losses
Gone with the wind when the sky turns black
Keep running, I ain't coming back
I don't know where I'm going
One thing I know
I'm not going back no more
So I just keep on running
I'll keep running
Until I can't no more
Until I can't no more
It's only one life to live up, probably the only reason I don't give up
Got me putting my bid up, to get up
The snakes I hear them slither
I ran a hundred miles but I'm a man I never quiver
Stand for whatever differ
Me I'm talking to liquor, hoping it take the pain away
My chain away, my brain away
Fly like a plane away
Yeah I gotta hold aces
Stay away from those with two to four faces
After the rain the sun shines, I'll get them at crunch time
I'm never letting go when it's once mine
It's so much more than a punch line it's really real
Try to make it out with my people you know, really build
Because my 9-to-5 ain't cutting it
Praying to the genie in the bottle, drowning my sorrows and loving it
My pride I'm never tucking it, getting chased by the government
Born in the sky and I'm headed back to the mother ship
I don't know where I'm going
One thing I know
I'm not going back no more
So I just keep on running
I'll keep running
Until I can't no more
Until I can't no more
In Mr. Probz's song "Runnin'," he discusses the idea of not knowing where he is heading but knowing that he cannot go back. He describes feeling like he is flying through the clouds and traveling with the speed of sound, only for reality to snap him back into place. He talks about the struggles he faces in life and how he refuses to give up. This song is about overcoming obstacles and continuing to persevere even when things seem impossible.
The lyrics "Travel with the speed of sound, In something like a 747, it's like I'm on my way to heaven" suggest that the singer is trying to escape his current life and all its hardships. However, the line "But then my clock starts ringing, it was all dream, Shit I don't know what it means" suggests that this escape may only be temporary and ultimately unattainable.
The lyrics "Try to make it out with my people you know, really build" suggests that the singer is not alone in his struggle and that he is trying to build a better future for himself and those around him. Additionally, the line "Born in the sky and I'm headed back to the mother ship" can be interpreted as a metaphor for returning to one's roots or finding a sense of belonging somewhere.
Overall, "Runnin'" is a song about persevering in the face of adversity and overcoming obstacles even when there seems to be no way out.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know where I'm going
My future is uncertain
One thing I know
I have one certainty
I'm not going back no more
I won't return to my past
So I just keep on running
I keep moving forward
I'll keep running
I won't stop moving forward
Until I can't no more
I'll keep moving forward until I physically can't anymore
Travel with the speed of sound
I'm moving quickly
In something like a 747, it's like I'm on my way to heaven
I feel like I'm on an incredible journey
Eyes to the ground
I'm focused on what's ahead
The wind pushing on my face through the clouds looking down
I'm experiencing everything that this journey has to offer
But then my clock starts ringing, it was all dream
I wake up and realize that it was all in my head
Shit I don't know what it means
I don't understand what's happening
The streets is cold and Karma's a real bitch yo
The world is unforgiving
I'm doing circles like I'm living in a fish bowl
I feel trapped and can't escape my situation
They say a shark drowns if it don't swim
I have to keep moving or else I'll drown
But it's like I'm on my way down and I can't win
I feel like I'm losing the fight
But I can't lose, I refuse
I won't give up no matter how hard it gets
Back on this grind, not enough time
I'm working hard but time is running out
Spent on my knees, rose-bead crosses
I pray for guidance and help
Trust me I know everything about losses
I've experienced many failures
Gone with the wind when the sky turns black
I disappear into the darkness
Keep running, I ain't coming back
I won't return to where I started
It's only one life to live up, probably the only reason I don't give up
I realize that life is precious and that's why I won't give up
Got me putting my bid up, to get up
I'm doing everything I can to succeed
The snakes I hear them slither
I sense danger around me
I ran a hundred miles but I'm a man I never quiver
I'm strong and resilient
Stand for whatever differ
I stand up for what I believe in
Me I'm talking to liquor, hoping it take the pain away
I turn to alcohol to numb my pain
My chain away, my brain away
I try to escape from reality
Fly like a plane away
I dream of flying away from my problems
Yeah I gotta hold aces
I have to stay one step ahead to succeed
Stay away from those with two to four faces
I avoid people who are fake
After the rain the sun shines, I'll get them at crunch time
I'll succeed when the time is right
I'm never letting go when it's once mine
Once I achieve something, I won't give it up
It's so much more than a punch line it's really real
My journey is serious and not just a joke
Try to make it out with my people you know, really build
I want to succeed with the support of my loved ones
Because my 9-to-5 ain't cutting it
My job isn't enough to support me
Praying to the genie in the bottle, drowning my sorrows and loving it
I turn to alcohol to cope with my struggles
My pride I'm never tucking it, getting chased by the government
I'm not ashamed of who I am and I face obstacles
Born in the sky and I'm headed back to the mother ship
I feel like I'm an outsider and want to go back to my roots
Contributed by Nora Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Alex
Man, I'm going through song after song, and I'm not finding anything I don't like. Excellent music.
1Raquelly
I just keep on runnin. I just love this one. <3 for Sonny D, Beat Butcha and the one and only Mr. P
Swagproduction sindabuilding
Love this song!
harryshaze
Killing the game, keep it coming
Ismail Lalami
This album is to much Mr.P.. Thank you Respect and love from sweden!!!
JoNnYB1969
Great Music Mr. Probz!! Today is the first time I've heard it.
James Martin
chills man! damn probz... best shit i heard in some years!! classic top to bottom
Michael
somethin' sweet goin on here....
somethin' new, and i'm all for it
please sir, i would like some more!
deepstrasz
It's not very often you hear a solo in a hip-hop song.
crystal storm
One love Probz and Sonny D put Netherlands on the map again Worldwide this Shit.
Scythe Man