1. Detroit Acid Rap Tr… Read Full Bio ↴There is at least seven artists named Natas:
1. Detroit Acid Rap Trio Natas;
2. Argentinian stoner rock group Natas, that after the release of their first album Delmar changed its name to Los Natas;
3. Lithuanian singer Natas;
4. Hardcore/Gabber producer Robert Gilmore (aka Rob Gee). Alias for one release (12" vinyl, "The Master Plan", 1993) on Bastard Loud Records, New York City;
5. Chicagoan death/thrash metal turned crossover trio, also known as Not Us;
6. German one-man black metal performer, later known as Kriegskarthaun;
7. Black Metal from west coast of Norway, Sunnfjord Natas, descending from the band Mara.
Detroit Acid Rap Trio Natas: Esham, TNT and Mastamind defined a dark style of hardcore rap characterized by decadent motifs and heavy metal-like aggression.
Taking considerable influence from Niggaz4life-era NWA, the Detroit, MI, trio came hard on their 1992 debut album, Life After Death, to the point where their anger-exuding music alienated all but a small cult audience fascinated with their anarchic disposition and their self-termed style of "Acid Rap." On this album they rapped about the most disturbing and shocking themes imaginable, capturing the darkest corners of their burnt-out city's most horrible ghettos with their lyrics in an attempt to be as hardcore as possible. To further the impact of these lyrics, Esham self-produced the album, laying down gritty beats and making effective use of rock samples to give the album a harsher tone.
Successive albums found the trio improving their rapping and their production, as they slowly matured, moving progressively away from mere exploitation. By the end of the '90s, their music had considerably evolved in terms of not only lyrical content and delivery but also in terms of production, resulting in an innovative realization of their original intent that finally blossomed on WWW.Com (Wicket World Wide).
Before forming NATAS, group leader Esham had already established himself as a solo artist, debuting at the end of the '80s with Boomin' Words From Hell, followed by a few EPs. At this time, Esham was a student at Osborne High School in Detroit, where he eventually crossed paths with Mastamind in the tenth grade. After listening to a three-song demo tape given to him by Mastamind, Esham decided to form a group with the promising rapper and TNT, a longtime friend. The three got together and decided to call themselves NATAS as a symbol of their anarchic, evil disposition at the time, being mere teenagers. In 1992, Esham released NATAS' debut album, Life After Death, on his REEL Life Productions label. Two years later he released a similar follow-up album, Blaz4me, an album nearly as twisted and disturbing as its predecessor. Then came the dark Doubelievengod album in 1995, which found the trio moving forward artistically as well as ideologically. When NATAS released Multikillionaire: The Devil's Contract in 1997, it became clear that the group had reached a turning point. Along with Esham's accompanying Bruce Wayne: Gotham City 1987 album from the same year, Multikillionaire broadened Natas' scope, aiming for conceptualism while abandoning the exploitative elements of previous works. NATAS resurfaced in 1999 with WWW.Com (Wicket World Wide), claiming that their name was an acronym for "Nation Ahead of Time And Space" rather than Satan spelled backwards in hopes of changing their image. The album improved upon Mulitkillionaire's flaws and represented a more mature representation of the group's ambitions. Featuring live instruments where Esham used to place samples, the album's production was considerably innovative for its time, marrying a rock attitude with a rap aesthetic and garnering considerable acclaim from the underground. Following this release, both Esham and Mastamind took time off to work on solo albums in the wake of the album's success and the Detroit rap scene's sudden evolution to a substantial hotspot for up-and-coming talent.
Be Careful What U Wish
Natas Lyrics
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You didn't know I was a witch did ya
Voodoo it just might come true
[Mastamind]
This ain't ya same old story rags to riches
Seems like I'm living in hell even though I got my wishes
This is so serious I'll never get it twisted
Make a visit to gothom city you're on the road with the wicked
Rtaher smoke this green leaf but I still smoke swishas
Rather live in the hills but I'm in the hood
So many people I would kill if I could
Manic Mastamind with the rhyme thinking bout time
Thinking bout how I'm gonna live and die with mine
Say fuck 'em all
Like my nigga E say, fuck the radio and the DJ
So wicket nigga make you kneel and pray
Oh my god there they go, here we come, they done came
With a gang gothom niggas insane
Be careful what U wish for
[Esham]
I'm sick of all these niggas make me think sick thoughts
Conspiracy and murder ways not to get caught
I'm thinkin suicide suicide is on my mind
The U-N-H-O-L-Y takin a walk through time
On the flatline
I'm out my mind I write my rhymes in blood
Kidnap your baby mama drag her through the mud
I don't give a fuck about where you from
Nigga I bust dum dum's at dum dum's
I'm comin up your block to set up shop burn up your block right
I'm from Detroit where niggas burn up shit on devil's night
If you do not know me I don't give a fuck what
N-A-T-A-S blood's on my chest
Forgive me for my sins but I'll have to kill again
Some cracker commit suicide as soon as I begin
No more will I let you know that the flow is critical
Fuck the police, my shit's still political
In this New World Order, it's a slaughter
Be careful what you wish for
The song "Be Careful What U Wish" by Natas is a warning about the consequences of your actions and the power of your words. The first verse, "God say pray cuz the devil don't pray, you didn't know I was a witch did ya, Voodoo it just might come true," is a reference to the power of prayer and the belief in magic. It suggests that if you wish for something, it just might come true, whether good or bad. The second verse, by Mastamind, speaks of his own experiences with achieving success, only to realize that he is still living in hell. He considers the people he would kill if he could, suggesting that the temptation to do harm is always present. The third verse, by Esham, describes his own violent thoughts and actions, suggesting that the desire for power and control can lead to dangerous behavior. The message of the song is clear: be careful what you wish for, because it just might come true and have dire consequences.
Overall, "Be Careful What U Wish" is a cautionary tale about the power of language and thought, and the potential dangers of seeking power and control. It is a reminder that our words and actions have consequences, and that we should be mindful of both. The song warns against becoming too involved in the pursuit of success or revenge, as it can come at a great cost.
Line by Line Meaning
God say pray cuz the devil don't pray
Pray to protect yourself, because the devil does not bother about morals.
You didn't know I was a witch did ya
You were unaware that I was a witch.
Voodoo it just might come true
Your voodoo beliefs may come alive and manifest.
This ain't ya same old story rags to riches
This is not just the usual story of a poor man getting rich.
Seems like I'm living in hell even though I got my wishes
Despite fulfilling my desires, life feels like I'm in hell.
This is so serious I'll never get it twisted
This situation is grave, and I won't misinterpret it.
Make a visit to gothom city you're on the road with the wicked
If you come with me to Gotham, you will meet vile people.
I love women but I still call 'em bitches
Despite my admiration for women, I derogatorily label them.
Rtaher smoke this green leaf but I still smoke swishas
I prefer using these herbal leaves over cigars, but I still smoke cigars.
Rather live in the hills but I'm in the hood
Although I'd prefer living in the hills, I reside in the ghetto.
So many people I would kill if I could
I have the urge to kill many people but can't do so.
Manic Mastamind with the rhyme thinking bout time
I'm a disturbed rapper, preoccupied with thoughts of the future.
Thinking bout how I'm gonna live and die with mine
I'm wondering about how I'll pass and live with my legacy.
Say fuck 'em all
I don't care about anyone.
Like my nigga E say, fuck the radio and the DJ
Similar to E's single, I disregard radio and DJs.
So wicket nigga make you kneel and pray
A wicked person punishes and threatens to make others pray.
Oh my god there they go, here we come, they done came
Here come the people, and we are ready to face them.
With a gang gothom niggas insane
The Gotham guys are a bunch of deranged gang members.
Be careful what U wish for
Be mindful of the wishes you make, they may lead to an unpleasant situation.
I'm sick of all these niggas make me think sick thoughts
I am exhausted by these individuals' behaviors, leading to twisted ideas.
Conspiracy and murder ways not to get caught
Scheming and violent methods are used to avoid getting caught.
I'm thinkin suicide suicide is on my mind
I contemplate suicide as an option.
The U-N-H-O-L-Y takin a walk through time
The unholy walks through time.
On the flatline
Nearly lifeless.
I'm out my mind I write my rhymes in blood
I am insane and write my raps using my blood.
Kidnap your baby mama drag her through the mud
To cause harm to you, I might kidnap your wife and drag her in the mud.
I don't give a fuck about where you from
I am not interested in your origin.
Nigga I bust dum dum's at dum dum's
I shoot at everyone with bullets.
I'm comin up your block to set up shop burn up your block right
I'm coming to your street to burn down the area and take over.
I'm from Detroit where niggas burn up shit on devil's night
My hometown is Detroit, where people cause destruction during Halloween.
If you do not know me I don't give a fuck
I care a damn about the people who know nothing about me.
N-A-T-A-S blood's on my chest
I have NATAS spelled on my chest in blood.
Forgive me for my sins but I'll have to kill again
Sorry for my misdeeds, but I may still have to murder.
Some cracker commit suicide as soon as I begin
A person may commit suicide when I start performing.
No more will I let you know that the flow is critical
I'll keep the fact that my music is significant to myself.
Fuck the police, my shit's still political
I hate the police, yet my songs hold political relevance.
In this New World Order, it's a slaughter
In the current world scenario, there's a massacre.
Be careful what you wish for
Be cautious of the desires you keep, as it may lead to unforeseen outcomes.
Contributed by Kaitlyn K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lorraine Alvarado
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You gotta get the lyrics for smoking and drinking