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.
Y'all Will Realize
Natas Lyrics
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"And in case you forgot"
"Y'all will realize"
"And in case you forgot"
"Y'all will realize"
"And in case you forgot"
"Y'all will realize"
"Y'all will realize"
(Mastamind)
Bring that ass to me and I'mma blasphamy all through your city
With the N-I-N-E milli just incase you wanna kill me
Till we mess up once again I'mma show you what your life's worth
I might hurt your whole crew and leave a lot of bloody turf
Many a times I write these rhymes, I'm startin to think that I
Could die and come back and haunt your ass with every blink of the eye
Just incase you forgot, last time around the block
My shot gun said blast a lotta fools got shot
"And in case you forgot"
"Y'all will realize"
"And in case you forgot"
"Y'all will realize"
"And in case you forgot"
"Y'all will realize"
"And in case you forgot"
"Y'all will realize"
(Esham)
Many people know me as the unholy ressurect shit
Straight bullet eject shit, 45 slug connection
You musta forgot my body rots, my maggot brain
I bring the pain plus the migrane
N-A-T-A-S, many people stress, mental stress
Suicidal thoughts when peep get depressed
My brain is a mess, triple 6 the crippled bitch
My style is parapolegic, I swallow bullets can you believe it?
Cause its like that
"And in case you forgot"
"Y'all will realize"
"And in case you forgot"
"Y'all will realize"
"And in case you forgot"
"Y'all will realize"
"And in case you forgot"
"Y'all will realize"
(TNT)
Incase you forgot, incase you lost touch nigga
I reach out and touch niggaz with chrome plated triggaz
Who's dick bigger? Bet you the bitches figure me
The motherfucker, the bitch killa TNT
I slit throats, I take coach like Max Julians
I'm down with Natas, they labeled me a hooligan
Whip out my tool again, fuck you with my steel dick
I nut slugs real quick, once the hammer clicks
"And in case you forgot"
"Y'all will realize"
"And in case you forgot"
"Y'all will realize"
"And in case you forgot"
"Y'all will realize"
"And in case you forgot"
"Y'all will realize"
The lyrics to Natas's song "Y'all Will Realize" express the artists' assertiveness and confidence in their musical abilities. The repetition of the phrase "And in case you forgot, y'all will realize" emphasizes their conviction that their talent cannot be ignored or forgotten. They believe that their artistry will speak for itself and that eventually, everyone will recognize their worth.
Mastamind's verse confronts the threat of violence and serves as a warning to detractors. He describes his willingness to defend himself with a gun and asserts that he is not afraid to take action to protect himself and his crew. Esham's verse is more introspective, as he explores the inner turmoil that can come with being a successful artist. He describes the mental stress and suicidal thoughts that can accompany the pressures of fame. TNT's verse is braggadocious and emphasizes his skills as a rapper and a killer.
The overall message of the song is that Natas is a force to be reckoned with and that anyone who underestimates their talent will eventually be proven wrong. The repetition of the titular phrase serves as a kind of mantra for the group, reinforcing their confidence and reminding listeners of their worth.
Line by Line Meaning
And this is the way....we rock the house
We are going to show you how it's done and party hard!
And in case you forgot
We've been here before and we know what we're doing.
Y'all will realize
You'll understand soon enough what we're capable of.
(Mastamind)
Mastamind is about to drop some fire!
Bring that ass to me and I'mma blasphamy all through your city
I'm not afraid to stir things up and make a scene.
With the N-I-N-E milli just incase you wanna kill me
I'm packing heat and ready to defend myself at all times.
Till we mess up once again I'mma show you what your life's worth
We've been through tough times before, and I'm not afraid to take risks.
I might hurt your whole crew and leave a lot of bloody turf
I'm a force to be reckoned with, and I won't hesitate to take down any opposition.
Many a times I write these rhymes, I'm startin to think that I
I pour my soul into my music, and it's become a part of me.
Could die and come back and haunt your ass with every blink of the eye
My legacy will live on, even after I'm gone.
Just incase you forgot, last time around the block
Don't underestimate us, we've been around and we know what we're doing.
My shot gun said blast a lotta fools got shot
I'm not someone you want to mess with, I've already taken down many of my enemies.
(Esham)
Esham is about to drop some sick bars!
Many people know me as the unholy ressurect shit
I have a dark reputation, and I'm not afraid to embrace it.
Straight bullet eject shit, 45 slug connection
I'm a master of my craft, and my rhymes hit hard.
You musta forgot my body rots, my maggot brain
I've seen some dark times, and they've influenced my art.
I bring the pain plus the migrane
My music is intense and can take a toll on the listener.
N-A-T-A-S, many people stress, mental stress
We're not afraid to tackle difficult topics, and our music can be a real eye-opener.
Suicidal thoughts when peep get depressed
We're not afraid to address mental health issues, even if it makes some people uncomfortable.
My brain is a mess, triple 6 the crippled bitch
I'm not perfect, but I embrace my flaws and use them to make my music better.
My style is parapolegic, I swallow bullets can you believe it?
My rhymes are so intense, they sometimes leave my audience in awe.
Cause its like that
That's just the way it is.
(TNT)
TNT is ready to bring the heat!
Incase you forgot, incase you lost touch nigga
We're not going anywhere, and we're still making great music.
I reach out and touch niggaz with chrome plated triggaz
I'm an expert marksman, and I can take down any foe.
Who's dick bigger? Bet you the bitches figure me
I'm not afraid to compete, and I'm confident in my abilities.
The motherfucker, the bitch killa TNT
I'm a badass, and I've earned my reputation.
I slit throats, I take coach like Max Julians
I'm not afraid to take risks, and I always come out on top.
I'm down with Natas, they labeled me a hooligan
We're a crew, and we're proud of it.
Whip out my tool again, fuck you with my steel dick
I'm not someone you want to mess with, and I'm not afraid to say it.
I nut slugs real quick, once the hammer clicks
I'm a master of my craft, and I can take down any enemy.
Contributed by Jordan V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lorraine Alvarado
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