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.
How Could U
Natas Lyrics
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Natas Godlike
Natas
What y'all niggas doin'?
What y'all niggas doin'?
Really
What y'all niggas doin'?
What y'all niggas doin'?
These niggas can't ride out
These niggas can't ride out
These niggas can't smoke with me
What!?
Light sum'n up and I'ma blaze it
Mic me up punk and I'ma spit some blaza shit
I'm bout hot unda the colla not tryin to stack dollas high
Y'all niggas might come up with Natas die
I'm the man, the beast, the myth, you believe
All ya nightmares are true when we release this to the streets
Live by it, or die from it, fuck the dumb shit
We the ones with the big guns that's out thunderin'
Some Godlike, Greek, mythological legend
Either you out takin' money or you beggin'
I snatch the food out his mouth, snatch the food out his lip
And ride that bitch, wha!?
(Chorus x2)
How could you
Doubt the crew
That's been out to do
Whateva
Just to chase true chedda
I'm maliciously whippin' yo ass
Constantly takin' yo cash
Eagerly waitin' to blast
Dyin' to put you in ya past
See I'm gone off that ill ass narcotic
Some say psychotic, you don't wanna start it
I'm a Reel Life Product
Born and raised in the heart of the D
Ain't no fakin' in me
Street name TNT
I used to work the pharmacy
Now I'm workin words and nouns
And doin' shows and hoes from town to town
It's how it goes down
Ain't no stoppin' that underground shit
Wigs split, classic, shit burns like acid
Can't hit it, don't blast it
Keep talkin' slick shit
And fuck around and get yo ass kicked
Bitch, you don't know me
Sit the fuck down, and go eat a fuckin' hoagie
Eat a fuckin' hoagie
(Chorus x2)
Terror in the aisles
Terror from my styles
Smokin' a Black & Mild
Ridin' 7 Mile
Uzi unloaded
Erupt like a volcano exploded
All my cokey that I make, my bitches hold it
Big faced bank I folded
I said big faced bank I folded
I said big faced
Big faced, big faced, big faced, big faced
Big faced bank I folded
(Chorus x4)
The lyrics to Natas's song How Could U provide a vivid portrayal of his life on the streets and the harsh realities of gang violence. Throughout the song, Natas emphasizes the importance of loyalty and trust within his crew, while also acknowledging the inevitability of violence and the need to defend oneself at all times. His opening lines, “sit down, these niggas can't ride out, these niggas can't smoke with me,” establish the aggressive tone of the song and Natas's fierce determination to protect his crew.
As the song progresses, Natas uses powerful imagery to convey the intensity of his experiences on the streets. He describes himself as a "mythological legend" and emphasizes that he and his crew are the ones with the "big guns that's out thunderin'." The chorus delivers the message of the song--that doubting his crew is not only foolish but also potentially deadly. Natas emphasizes that loyalty and trust are key to surviving in the dangerous world he inhabits.
Overall, How Could U is a powerful and intense song that captures the intensity and danger of life on the streets. Natas's lyrics are poignant and powerful, full of vivid imagery and hardened realism.
Line by Line Meaning
Woah
The artist is about to start something big.
Natas Godlike
Natas is better than just human, making their music on a godlike level.
What y'all niggas doin'?
The artist questions the actions of those around them.
Really
Artist is disappointed in those around them for not living up to the standards expected of them.
Sit down
The artist demands those around them to calm down.
These niggas can't ride out
Those around the artist are unable to handle the situation at hand.
These niggas can't smoke with me
None of the people around him can keep up with or relate to him.
What!?
The artist expresses disbelief in the situation happening around him.
Light sum'n up and I'ma blaze it
Give the artist something, and he will show you how to use it to its full potential.
Mic me up punk and I'ma spit some blaza shit
The artist is confident in his abilities to take on the mic and share his truth.
I'm bout hot unda the colla not tryin to stack dollas high
The artist is more focused on his reputation than money.
Y'all niggas might come up with Natas die
Even if they work together, those around the artist will not succeed without him.
I'm the man, the beast, the myth, you believe
The artist knows he is great, and he wants others to see it too.
All ya nightmares are true when we release this to the streets
The artist knows his music has power and will make an impact on his fans.
Live by it, or die from it, fuck the dumb shit
Take the artist's music seriously, or pay the consequences.
We the ones with the big guns that's out thunderin'
The artist and his team are the ones to be reckoned with, they are powerful and feared.
Some Godlike, Greek, mythological legend
The artist is so great that he is akin to a god, and his music will go down in history.
Either you out takin' money or you beggin'
You are either getting money or struggling to get by.
I snatch the food out his mouth, snatch the food out his lip
The artist is willing to do whatever it takes to get what he wants and needs.
And ride that bitch, wha!?
The artist is ready to take on any challenge and prove himself.
(Chorus x2)
The chorus is meant to be repeated twice.
How could you
The artist is asking how someone could do something wrong.
Doubt the crew
The artist is disappointed that those around him are doubting his team's ability.
That's been out to do
The artist is emphasizing that his team has been working hard towards their goals.
Whateva
The artist is willing to do whatever it takes.
Just to chase true chedda
The artist is working hard to make money and achieve success.
I'm maliciously whippin' yo ass
The artist is tough and will take on anyone who crosses him.
Constantly takin' yo cash
The artist needs money to survive and will work hard to get it.
Eagerly waitin' to blast
The artist is ready to take on any challenge and prove himself.
Dyin' to put you in ya past
The artist is not afraid to harm those who cross him, and they will not be forgotten.
See I'm gone off that ill ass narcotic
The artist is highly influenced by drugs and that affects his music and mood.
Some say psychotic, you don't wanna start it
The artist is warning people, saying his craziness can lead to negative situations.
I'm a Reel Life Product
The artist's life is real and authentic, and his experiences are reflected in his music.
Born and raised in the heart of the D
The artist is from Detroit and reflects that culture and style in his music.
Ain't no fakin' in me
The artist is authentic and who he says he is, and his music reflects that.
Street name TNT
The artist has a tough street image and reflects that in his music.
I used to work the pharmacy
The artist has a history of working in a pharmacy, showing a different side to him.
Now I'm workin words and nouns
The artist is now focusing his energy on music and being a wordsmith.
And doin' shows and hoes from town to town
The artist is traveling the country and performing for many people.
It's how it goes down
This is the lifestyle and career path the artist has chosen for himself.
Ain't no stoppin' that underground shit
The artist is dedicated to underground music and will not change his style for mainstream success.
Wigs split, classic, shit burns like acid
The artist's music is classic and powerful, leaving an impact on those who hear it.
Can't hit it, don't blast it
If you don't understand the artist's music or can't keep up, don't try to contribute.
Keep talkin' slick shit
The artist is warning others to be careful with what they say around him.
And fuck around and get yo ass kicked
Cross the artist, and he will not hesitate to fight back and harm you.
Bitch, you don't know me
The artist is warning someone they do not know him and to mind their own business.
Sit the fuck down, and go eat a fuckin' hoagie
The artist wants someone to sit down, be quiet, and mind their own business.
Terror in the aisles
The artist is powerful and can strike fear in those around him.
Terror from my styles
The artist's musical style is powerful and can leave a strong impact on listeners.
Smokin' a Black & Mild
The artist is smoking a popular brand of cigarillos while rapping.
Ridin' 7 Mile
The artist is driving down a famous street in Detroit.
Uzi unloaded
The artist has a powerful weapon that he is carrying with him.
Erupt like a volcano exploded
The artist is ready to release his passion and energy for his music and his message.
All my cokey that I make, my bitches hold it
The artist has a team that helps him distribute his drugs.
Big faced bank I folded
The artist has a large sum of money that he is holding and keeping safe.
I said big faced bank I folded
The artist repeats the phrase to emphasize how much money he has.
Big faced, big faced, big faced, big faced
Continuing to emphasize the amount of money he has.
(Chorus x4)
The chorus is repeated four times, emphasizing the theme of the song.
Contributed by Camilla R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lmaoyoutube
glad to see your still doing good man.....life long fan. me an my family lost everything an had to leave michigan for new york. had to subcribe to keep up with you. nice track here. ive had to school a few here not in the know of who started shit, thinking the wrong ones were the originators. be blessed you and your family. keep doing what you do and keep the music coming.
Lance Stone
I love this track from E. Ever though it's on this NATAS album. I see it as a solo track he just used out of respect and love for the group. Hip Hop has lacked that group element since the 90's. IMO. RIP TNT. Wicked shit will never die as long as fans keep rockin' it!
JoeGrizzly 91
This one really hits deep down to the soul! 🔥🔥🔥
Joshua Clay
Yeah it does...dopeness
Nymphia Violet
This beat is beautiful
Chad Barker
Yes it is
Johnny TimeStamp
As Far As I Can See by Phantogram
SPANGE
Sick song. Dope beat, dope flow. Wicket shit
Jon Burgett
The best Natas album, and the finest lyrics & production from 'Natas'!
The Warlock
I love this track and vid for it man, you killed that shit!