He has one older brother who is five years older than him. He had a tough childhood growing up with a father who was addicted to crack and a mother who was diagnosed breast cancer. A lot of his struggles are reflected in the lyrics of his music. OnCue graduated from Newington High School and attended Central Connecticut State University and Brooklyn College before dropping out to pursue music full time.
OnCue started rapping at the age of 11 and recording music when he was 13-years-old at local studios in the Hartford area. Throughout his teenage years, OnCue focused on honing his craft and developing his sound. In 2010, OnCue moved to Brooklyn to take his rap career more seriously.
To help earn some money to get by, OnCue would create album covers for producers and other rappers. Two prominent Brooklyn he did work for were MICK and Terry Urban. One day he came up to them and showed them his bars. Impressed, they worked with OnCue, hosting several of his mixtapes including "Cueyfornication" and "Cuey Sings the Blues".
In addition, OnCue started working with producer C.J. Luzi, who he would collaborate with throughout his career. Adam Ross would direct several of his music videos to much acclaim by critics and fans.
In early 2012 after his "Leftovers" and "Can't Wait" mixtapes dropped, OnCue linked up with Just Blaze through AThe Bald God. For the next two years, they would work together and create one mixtape, "Leftovers 2", and his first album, "Angry Young Man".
Common themes in his music are about love and hardships. His family and difficult situation growing up have been a huge inspiration to his lyrics and often get very personal. He raps about the struggles he went through and overcoming them. OnCue constantly mentions his past relationships and how they affected his life. Also, many times in his music, he makes references to his dick.
Can't Wait
ONCUE Lyrics
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A few air plane trips
Plans to take over on some hair brain shit
You're the type to sell your soul to suck on Claire Dane's tits
And this ain't no airplane gonna grant me a wish
Sad to say but ya right now we just niche to 'em
Once it clicks then you know we be the shit to 'em
Old associates thinking "shit we shoulda listened to him"
Thinkin': I knew he never giving up
Never shoulda dumped his ass "he 'bout to be rich as fuck"
If you ever doubted me you better listen up
See you talking down
Now I hear your tone switching up
Got a heart that's about the size of a giants
Right now I'm flying gravity defying
From these years of trying
Becoming self reliant
Find a wrinkle in my theory you can go grab the iron
(I swear)
I can't wait no
I can't take this any longer
I've been feeling a little weak though
Finally feel a bit stronger
I'm a dose it all in gasoline
Set this whole town on fire
You can burn in hell if it's up to me
Y'all just thieves and liars
I can't wait
Little did they know
Who about to blow
No pun intended he was right under your noes
15 years old living in the studio
Rocking hand me down clothes
Trying to shimmy down flows
Been focused
Wasn't till I left that shit hole y'all took notice
Now I'm right ya you bogus
I love my home I just hate some fuckers up in it
(The) Ones all washed up thinking that they winning
Wonder who you call up when you realize you finished
Time to get the young gun tryna re-spark the image
Naw I ain't crazy I'm exactly what you made me!
Want me on your song? at your club? go on pay me
You ain't getting no gimmes
You never saw it in me
And my name getting to big to remain Tiny Timmy
You know the saying bring him to the water make him drink it
I showed 'em my vision but I couldn't make 'em think it
I can't wait no
I can't take this any longer
I've been feeling a little weak though
Finally feel a bit stronger
I'm a dose it all in gasoline
Set this whole town on fire
You can burn in hell if it's up to me
Y'all just thieves and liars
I can't wait
My mom don't believe me she think I'm fucking lying
Paying rent with shows? thinks I still design
Doing club fliers for fuckers who should retire
Ain't slept in days bout to set this internet on fire
Never wanted something so bad in my life
You look back and see it's been my whole life
Every road that was paved
Every choice that was made
Been leading up to this moment
Been leading up to this day
So here it goes don't believe in miracles
Only hard work that's my attempt at being lyrical
If you type stereo
Then fuck you I've been the kid up in "Aerials"
Here me yo silly ho?
I'm talking about the video for System of a Down
Do I have your attention now?
If you feel like underdog turn your system up loud
I've been to hell and back
For that I'm proud
So everything should be heaven from here on out
I can't wait no
I can't take this any longer
I've been feeling a little weak though
Finally feel a bit stronger
I'm a dose it all in gasoline
Set this whole town on fire
You can burn in hell if it's up to me
Y'all just thieves and liars
I can't wait
The artist OnCue reflects on his journey and how far he has come. He acknowledges that it took a lot of hard work and dedication to get this far, and that he is proud of all that he has achieved. He talks about his plans to take over and succeed in the music industry, and how he is not like those who sell their soul for their success. OnCue seems to be aware of the people who underestimated him, but he is confident that they will soon realize his worth. He talks about his self-belief and how he demonstrates it in his work. The song's title implies that he can't wait to prove his naysayers wrong by attaining his desired level of success.
OnCue uses a metaphor of gasoline and fire to convey his feelings of wanting to shake things up and make a big impact. He wants to burn the town down and expose those who are deceitful, as he perceives them. He is determined regardless of his mother's disbelief in his abilities, as he knows he has worked hard to reach where he is. He also clarifies that he does the grind out of passion for music, not as an act of deception. He thinks that hard work pays off, and that it's the way to succeed rather than through miracles.
* Can't Wait was released on OnCue's album entitled 'Angry Young Man' in 2014.
* The song features King Mez.
* The album was produced by Just Blaze.
* The music video has over 200k views.
* The single cover artwork features a burning car with the artist sitting on top of it.
* The song was featured in the video game FIFA 15.
* Before releasing music under the name OnCue, the artist used to use the moniker OCD Moosh & Twist.
* The artist has worked alongside producers such as Alex Lustig, The Kickdrums, and many others.
* The song is a powerful anthem that inspires people to keep chasing their dreams.
* The song uses intricate wordplay and high energy to motivate people when they feel like giving up.
Verse 1:
C, Em, Am, G
Chorus:
C, Em, Am, G
Verse 2:
C, Em, Am, G
Chorus:
C, Em, Am, G
Bridge:
Am, G, C, F
Line by Line Meaning
Look how far I've come
I have made significant progress
A few air plane trips
I have traveled several times by plane
Plans to take over on some hair brain shit
I have ambitious and unconventional plans to dominate
You're the type to sell your soul to suck on Claire Dane's tits
You are the kind of person who would do anything for fame and success
And this ain't no airplane gonna grant me a wish
I cannot rely on mere luck to fulfill my aspirations
Sad to say but ya right now we just niche to 'em
Currently, we only appeal to a small and specific audience
Once it clicks then you know we be the shit to 'em
Once we gain popularity and success, we will be highly regarded by everyone
Old associates thinking "shit we shoulda listened to him"
My former colleagues regret not taking my advice seriously
My face on the cover; ex-girls goin' flippin' through 'em
My ex-girlfriends are regretful for not being with me anymore after seeing my success
Thinkin': I knew he never giving up
My ex-girlfriends think that they knew I was persistent and determined
Never shoulda dumped his ass "he 'bout to be rich as fuck"
My ex-girlfriends regret leaving me because of my upcoming wealth
If you ever doubted me you better listen up
If you previously questioned my capabilities, you should pay attention now
See you talking down
I notice you are criticizing me
Now I hear your tone switching up
Your tone has changed because of my impending success
Got a heart that's about the size of a giants
I have immense determination and courage
Right now I'm flying gravity defying
Currently, I am achieving the unimaginable, surpassing all expectations
From these years of trying
My hard work and perseverance led me to where I am now
Becoming self reliant
I have become independent and do not rely on others for my success
Find a wrinkle in my theory you can go grab the iron
If you find a mistake in my plan, I will fix it immediately
I can't wait no
I am very eager for success
I can't take this any longer
I can no longer wait for my success to come
I've been feeling a little weak though
Despite my eagerness, I have felt discouraged and doubtful
Finally feel a bit stronger
However, I am beginning to feel more optimistic and confident
I'm a dose it all in gasoline
I am going to ignite and intensify everything around me
Set this whole town on fire
I will make this town ignite with my success and achievements
You can burn in hell if it's up to me
I will not hesitate to bring down those who wronged or opposed me
Y'all just thieves and liars
I see the people around me as dishonest and crooked
Little did they know
No one realized what was coming
Who about to blow
I am about to become famous and successful
No pun intended he was right under your noes
Someone was right in front of everyone's eyes without them realizing it
15 years old living in the studio
I started my music career at a very young age, literally living in a studio
Rocking hand me down clothes
I had limited resources and wore hand-me-down clothes
Trying to shimmy down flows
I struggled to create good music, but I persevered
Been focused
I have always kept my eyes on my goal
Wasn't till I left that shit hole y'all took notice
People only started to pay attention to me once I left my unproductive environment
Now I'm right ya you bogus
I am successful now, and those who doubted me are now wrong
I love my home I just hate some fuckers up in it
I am proud of my hometown, but I dislike some of the people there
(The) Ones all washed up thinking that they winning
Those who are no longer successful think they are still succeeding
Wonder who you call up when you realize you finished
Once these people realize their failure, they will have no one to turn to
Time to get the young gun tryna re-spark the image
They will try to hire younger, more talented people to rehabilitate their image
Naw I ain't crazy I'm exactly what you made me!
I am successful because of what you have made me go through
Want me on your song? at your club? go on pay me
If you want me to work for you, you will have to pay me
You ain't getting no gimmes
I will not give out any free handouts
You never saw it in me
Those who doubted me never thought I was capable of success
And my name getting to big to remain Tiny Timmy
My name is becoming too big for me to remain insignificant or unnoticed
You know the saying bring him to the water make him drink it
I have provided people with the opportunity, now they have to work for their own success
I showed 'em my vision but I couldn't make 'em think it
I presented my plan, but others couldn't comprehend it
My mom don't believe me she think I'm fucking lying
My own mother doubts my success and thinks I am lying
Paying rent with shows? thinks I still design
My mother still doesn't realize that my music career is my means of survival
Doing club fliers for fuckers who should retire
I am doing work for people who should retire because they are no longer relevant
Ain't slept in days bout to set this internet on fire
I have stayed up for days and I am about to make a significant impact on the internet
Never wanted something so bad in my life
I have never been so passionate about something before
You look back and see it's been my whole life
My whole life has been dedicated to this moment
Every road that was paved
Every path I took
Every choice that was made
Every decision I have made
Been leading up to this moment
All my past actions have led me to this point in time
Been leading up to this day
Everything I have done has culminated in this day
So here it goes don't believe in miracles
I am not relying on miracles to achieve my success
Only hard work that's my attempt at being lyrical
My hard work and effort in my music is my way of expressing myself lyrically
If you type stereo
If you search for music on stereo systems
Then fuck you I've been the kid up in "Aerials"
I have been in the music scene for so long that I am now featured on stereo systems instead of being a young kid aspiring to success
Here me yo silly ho?
Do you hear me, you silly person?
I'm talking about the video for System of a Down
I am referencing System of a Down's music video
Do I have your attention now?
Now that I have made my point, do you understand my message?
If you feel like underdog turn your system up loud
If you feel like you are the underdog, turn up your stereo and listen to my music
I've been to hell and back
I have gone through struggles and obstacles to get to where I am now
For that I'm proud
I am proud of overcoming my difficulties to achieve my success
Contributed by Audrey R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
John
I remember when this came out on SoundCloud back when I was like 24. Glad to see Cuey is still at it.
Dylan Sage
this mixtape* held me down forever and still, such a masterpiece.
KevinAndrade24
Your amazing ONCUE, respect from all over the world especially here in Toronto. I love your music. Definitely showing signs to be the next big thing! WE believe in you! keep it up bro!
twinsterritory34
This song is so damn amazing. Gotta love Cuey
Scott Carroll
Cuey man, just started listening.... and your unreal man i love ur flow , and the awesome beats. a type of indie rock. Either or im trying to get your name out there man with all my friends and who ever i can suggest you too. Hopefully soon ill be able to buy tickets to watch you perform live in toronto ! " Always Oncue "
dopeyy22fly
thumbs up if u think this is one of his bests. so deep. love it
Maxim A
love this one it's the BEST!!!
ROYAL HIPPY
this is beyond tight love oncue point blank period
Jeremy G
Still one of the best tracks
Muga. Dan
This shit right here is def in that Oncue top 5 I'm still working on