SKIT 2
N.D.R. Lyrics
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Frozen Image had connections with a group from our city called uh, Lo-Key
Who were signed to Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis
And that's how I got my deal with Jimmy Jam and Terry in 1993
Got released from that in '95, started working with Midwestside Records in '96
That got me a deal with Quincy Jones in '97, Moved to LA that summer
Came back to KC in '98, started doing music with my childhood homies 57 RDV's
Started doing shows with them in our area like LU Homecoming and venturing out to Top City
Released Anghellic that year, and it spread like crazy
And we started doing hella shows in our city, and surrounding cities
The lyrics in N.D.R.'s song Skit 2, provide a detailed account of the artist's journey in the music industry. The song is essentially a brief autobiography that highlights the artist's experience in various record labels, his collaborations with other artists, and his extensive touring across different cities. N.D.R. begins by referencing a local group named Lo-Key that had connections with Frozen Image. This connection apparently led to N.D.R. signing a deal with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, which eventually ended in '95. He then started working with Midwestside Records in '96, which landed him a deal with Quincy Jones in '97. N.D.R. then moved to LA in the summer of 1997 but came back to Kansas City in '98 to collaborate with his childhood friends, the 57 RDV's. Together, they began touring in their area, performing at events like LU Homecoming and venturing out to other cities like Denver and Dallas. It wasn't until N.D.R. met Trav in '99 that he started doing Strange Music, and in 2000, he released Anghellic, which propelled his career to new heights, leading to an increased demand for his shows.
The lyrics in Skit 2 provide an insight into the music industry's inner workings, with record label affiliations, collaborations, and touring being some of the most critical aspects that determine an artist's success. The song symbolizes N.D.R.'s resilience and tenacity in pursuing his passion, as evidenced by his constant relocations and collaborations with different artists. It also showcases the crucial role played by record labels, with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Midwestside Records, and Quincy Jones all contributing to his music journey's success.
Line by Line Meaning
Dominion
I am N.D.R., and I am the ruler of my own life and career.
Frozen Image had connections with a group from our city called uh, Lo-Key
I was introduced to Lo-Key, a group from my city, through Frozen Image.
Who were signed to Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis
Lo-Key was signed to Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, prominent figures in the music industry.
And that's how I got my deal with Jimmy Jam and Terry in 1993
Through my connection with Lo-Key, I was able to secure a recording deal with Jimmy Jam and Terry in 1993.
Got released from that in '95, started working with Midwestside Records in '96
My contract with Jimmy Jam and Terry ended in 1995, and I began working with Midwestside Records the following year.
That got me a deal with Quincy Jones in '97, Moved to LA that summer
My work with Midwestside Records led to a recording deal with Quincy Jones in 1997, which prompted me to move to Los Angeles.
Came back to KC in '98, started doing music with my childhood homies 57 RDV's
I returned to Kansas City in 1998 and began making music with my childhood friends, 57 RDV's.
Started doing shows with them in our area like LU Homecoming and venturing out to Top City
I began performing with 57 RDV's at local events such as LU Homecoming, and expanding to other areas like Top City.
Then Denver and Dallas, met Trav in '99, started doing Strange Music in 2000
My performances continued to expand to cities like Denver and Dallas, where I met Trav in 1999 and eventually started working on Strange Music in 2000.
Released Anghellic that year, and it spread like crazy
In 2000, I released Anghellic, which quickly gained popularity.
And we started doing hella shows in our city, and surrounding cities
With the success of Anghellic, I began performing more frequently in my city and neighboring areas.
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Written by: Michael Summers, Aaron Dontez Yates
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