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.
Let It Flow
Natas Lyrics
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We been spendin all this time in different phases
It reclining I suppose
Maybe in a different time, a different place
(Ohh)
(Yeah)
Yeah
Baby I’ll be on the road
Fought up and hit the mold
Keep defending all our prime in different cases
Though I’m sorry to be cold
Maybe in a different climate, different space
(Ohh)
(Yeah)
I think I’ll let it go
Yeah
Baby I’ll be on the road
Take ya time
Still caught up in a feeling
That you can’t define
Love is cautious
So I forfeit for your state of mind
Keep it kind
And just say it’s fine
Heard you say you ain’t see the signs
But it’s probably best that you stay behind
Press rewind
Still amazed how you held me down
Late nights always on the move
Stood the course as I ran around
Guess I can’t measure solid ground
Maybe I just got to friendly
Maybe bailing out came trendy
Money and the fame got oh so tempting
Apologize
If I made demise of a good feel
I ain’t mean for it to go bad
Thought we had it on sign sealed
Had you on childish ills
Now we at a major spill
Really praying that you will
Find in your heart to forgive me still
(Yeah)
I think I’ll let it go
Yeah
Baby I’ll be on the road
Called you
You ain’t get back to me
I hate the way things been
Since things end
It ain’t quite exact to me
Can’t call it, something lack to me
Now all these b***hes seem wack to me
But you ain’t force me to love you
Nah you ain’t put a strap to me
Ain’t know my course would involve you
Ain’t know you’d turn your back to me
Now I’m lost tryna solve
Ain’t adding up
You subtracting me
And I’m bad all by myself
So it’s bad enough you attracted me
Used to sing your favorite tracks to me
R&B
Alex Isley
And you singing Mike Jack to me
And every time I hear it
It bring the feeling right back to me
And I don’t wanna go near
Feel your spirit tryna capture me
Swipe left, swipe right
Just knew you’d be the right match for me
Date nights, late nights
Who knew it’ll end in catastrophe
(Yeah)
I think I’ll let it go
Yeah
Baby I’ll be on the road
The lyrics to Natas's song "Let It Flow" depict a complicated and uncertain relationship that has reached a breaking point. The singer suggests that they have been through different phases and have tried to make it work, but they have decided that it's best to let go and move on. The opening line, "Called up and switched the code," suggests a disconnect or a lack of communication. They have spent time in different phases and reclined in their own separate worlds. The line "Maybe in a different time, a different place" reflects a longing for a different outcome, a different path that could have led to a better result.
The chorus repeats the idea of letting go and being on the road, indicating a desire for freedom and moving forward. The second verse explores the conflicts and difficulties within the relationship. The singer has fought and hit a mold, defending their prime in different cases. They apologize for potentially causing the demise of a good feeling and express their hope for forgiveness. The bridge highlights an emotional turmoil, with lines like "Can’t call it, something lack to me" and "And I’m bad all by myself, so it’s bad enough you attracted me." The singer reflects on the past, mentioning favorite tracks and moments shared with the former partner, but also acknowledges the end and the catastrophic outcome.
Overall, the lyrics portray a complex mix of emotions, longing, regret, and a desire for freedom. The song captures the pain and confusion that can arise in relationships and the difficult decisions that need to be made.
Line by Line Meaning
Called up and switched the code
Reached out and changed our communication
We been spendin all this time in different phases
We have been experiencing different stages in our relationship
It reclining I suppose
It's resting or slowing down, I guess
Maybe in a different time, a different place
Perhaps in a different era or location
(Ohh)
(Expression of emotion or realization)
(Yeah)
(Expression of agreement or affirmation)
I think I’ll let it go
I believe I should release it
Yeah
Yes
Baby I’ll be on the road
Darling, I will be traveling or moving forward
Fought up and hit the mold
Engaged in conflict and conformed to a pattern
Keep defending all our prime in different cases
Continuously protect our best moments in various situations
Though I’m sorry to be cold
Although I regret appearing indifferent
Maybe in a different climate, different space
Possibly in a changed environment or circumstances
Take ya time
Take your time
Still caught up in a feeling
Still entangled in an emotion
That you can’t define
That you cannot clearly explain
Love is cautious
Love is careful
So I forfeit for your state of mind
So I give up for the sake of your mental state
Keep it kind
Maintain kindness
And just say it’s fine
And simply state that everything is okay
Heard you say you ain’t see the signs
I heard you say you didn't notice the indications or signals
But it’s probably best that you stay behind
But it's likely better for you to remain in the past
Press rewind
Go back in time
Still amazed how you held me down
Still astonished by your support or loyalty
Late nights always on the move
Nighttime activities, constantly in motion
Stood the course as I ran around
Remained committed while I was being unfaithful
Guess I can’t measure solid ground
I suppose I can't determine a stable foundation
Maybe I just got to friendly
Perhaps I became too close or familiar
Maybe bailing out came trendy
Maybe leaving abruptly became fashionable
Money and the fame got oh so tempting
The allure of wealth and popularity became irresistible
Apologize
Offering a sincere apology
If I made demise of a good feel
If I caused the downfall of a positive atmosphere or vibe
I ain’t mean for it to go bad
I didn't intend for it to turn negative
Thought we had it on sign sealed
Believed we had it agreed upon and finalized
Had you on childish ills
Had you involved in immature behavior or problems
Now we at a major spill
Now we are facing a significant disaster or accident
Really praying that you will
Genuinely hoping that you will
Find in your heart to forgive me still
Discover the willingness in your heart to continue forgiving me
Called you
Contacted you
You ain’t get back to me
You didn't respond to me
I hate the way things been
I dislike the current state of affairs
Since things end
Since our relationship concluded
It ain’t quite exact to me
It doesn't quite make sense to me
Can’t call it, something lack to me
Cannot determine it, something seems missing to me
Now all these b***hes seem wack to me
Now all these women appear unimpressive or unappealing to me
But you ain’t force me to love you
But you didn't compel me to love you
Nah you ain’t put a strap to me
No, you didn't threaten me
Ain’t know my course would involve you
Didn't realize my path would include you
Ain’t know you’d turn your back to me
Didn't know you would betray me or abandon me
Now I’m lost tryna solve
Now I'm confused, trying to find a solution
Ain’t adding up
Doesn't make sense
You subtracting me
You are removing me from the equation
And I’m bad all by myself
And I am capable on my own
So it’s bad enough you attracted me
So it's unfortunate that you caught my attention
Used to sing your favorite tracks to me
Used to serenade me with your preferred songs
R&B
Rhythm and Blues
Alex Isley
Reference to singer Alex Isley
And you singing Mike Jack to me
And you singing Michael Jackson songs to me
And every time I hear it
And whenever I hear it
It bring the feeling right back to me
It brings back the same emotions to me
And I don’t wanna go near
And I don't want to come close
Feel your spirit tryna capture me
Feel your essence or energy attempting to take hold of me
Swipe left, swipe right
Using dating app interactions as a metaphor
Just knew you’d be the right match for me
Just knew you would be the suitable partner for me
Date nights, late nights
Going out together in the evenings, staying out late
Who knew it’ll end in catastrophe
Who knew it would result in a disastrous outcome
(Yeah)
(Expression of agreement or affirmation)
I think I’ll let it go
I believe I should release it
Yeah
Yes
Baby I’ll be on the road
Darling, I will be traveling or moving forward
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