Obie Trice III (real name, no gimmicks, born November 14, 1977) is an Ameri… Read Full Bio ↴Obie Trice III (real name, no gimmicks, born November 14, 1977) is an American rap artist and songwriter. He began rapping at the age of 11, and is most known for his time spent signed to Shady Records. He also has his own record label, Black Market Entertainment.

Obie Trice III was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan by his mother, along with three brothers. He is of African American and German descent. Trice was given a karaoke machine by his mother when he was eleven and he used it to rhyme over instrumentals from artists such as N.W.A. By the age of fourteen, he was attending rap battle spots around Detroit, notably including the Hip Hop Shop.

Obie Trice went by the name of Obie 1 during this time, but when he first met Proof, who was about to introduce him at the Hip Hop Shop, Proof asked him, "What's your name? Your real name, no gimmicks." He was then introduced as Obie Trice, and has kept his real name as his rap name. Trice was introduced to Eminem through D12 member Bizarre. Hot Rapper: Obie Trice. Rolling Stone. Accessed January 22, 2008. Later, Trice received a call from his manager informing him that he would be having dinner with Eminem, and later that night they went to a Kid Rock party.

Before first major release, early years on Shady Records

As an acquaintance of D12 member Bizarre, Obie was signed after a personal introduction to Eminem allowed him to impress the Detroit rap legend in-person. The general public were first introduced to Obie on D12's Devil's Night album on a skit. His one-line opener ("Obie Trice: Real name, no gimmicks" - taken from his song "Rap Name" and referring to the lack of a rap pseudonym) on Eminem's lead single; "Without Me", off the critically-acclaimed and commercially successful The Eminem Show increased public awareness of his name and slogan. Obie also appeared in the video for the song, body-slamming a dummy representing Moby. Appearances on DJ Green Lantern's official Shady Records Invasion mixtape series, allowed him to further his public recognition.

In 2002, Trice appeared in 8 Mile as one of the rappers in the Chin Tiki parking lot scene. Trice also has a featured appearance as Big Pimpin' in the Detroit made independent feature film Life Goes On, which will premiere at the Cannes International Film Festival in May 2006.

A short while before the first Invasion mixtape was released, he became involved in the Eminem-Benzino beef after being called out by Benzino with the line "Obie Trice/You's a buster" in a diss-track directed at Eminem and Shady Records. In response to Benzino, Obie released the track "Welcome to Detroit City" (a track over the beat from Cam'ron's song "Welcome to New York City") on the first Invasion mixtape. He also joined his label-mates in the highly publicised Ja Rule-50 Cent beef but never received a direct response from Ja Rule.

Cheers
His debut album Cheers was released on September 23, 2003 with its first single "Got Some Teeth" being well received on radio in a number of countries. He also released the songs "Don't Come Down" and "The Set Up". The album consists of 17 tracks with production from Eminem, Dr. Dre, Timbaland, Mike Elizondo, Emile, Fredwreck and Denaun Porter. Artists featuring on Cheers include Busta Rhymes, Eminem, Dr. Dre, Nate Dogg and D12 among others. The album was eventually certified platinum by the RIAA.

Second Rounds On Me
As of 2005 he has begun work on his second album, entitled 2nd Rounds On Me, which was expected later that year. Never making the 2005 calendar mark, Obie set sights on releasing it in 2006. Although the album will be released by Shady Records, it will feature a lineup primarily comprised of local Detroit rappers with decreased presence from Eminem and other Shady/Aftermath artists.

Shooting
On December 31, 2005, Trice was shot twice while driving on the Lodge Expressway by Wyoming Avenue in Detroit. One of the bullets entered his skull. Trice was able to drive off the expressway, where his girlfriend waved down police. He was taken to Providence Hospital and released later that day. Doctors are still contemplating whether or not to remove the bullet which entered his head, as it may be too dangerous to operate.

Leaving Shady Records, current situation

Obie Trice left Shady Records on June 26, 2008, because of a dispute because Interscope claimed they would not fund another Obie Trice CD. This news was first put into circulation by Hip-Hop blog Urban Lookout; a few days after they broke the news, a track (Giants) leaked confirming the rumor. Even though Obie has left Shady Records, Eminem's manager Paul Rosenberg says that Eminem and Obie are still close friends, and that Eminem will still work with Obie Trice on future projects.

Discography:

Cheers (2003) - Platinum
2nd Rounds On Me (2006) Released:August 15, 2006

Featured/Other songs:

"Doe Ray Me": D12 and Obie Trice
"Love Me": Eminem, 50 Cent and Obie Trice
"Drips": Eminem and Obie Trice
"Spend Some Time": Eminem, 50 Cent, Stat Quo and Obie Trice
"Adrenaline Rush": Obie Trice
"Fok de Macht": The Opposites and Obie Trice
"Loyalty": D12 and Obie Trice
"Doctor Doctor": Bizarre and Obie Trice
"72nd & Central": Proof, J-Hill and Obie Trice
"Stay Bout It": Obie Trice and Stat Quo
"Growing Up in the Hood": The Game and Obie Trice
"Hennessey": 2Pac and Obie Trice
"Drama Setter": Tony Yayo, Eminem, and Obie Trice
"It Has Been Said": Eminem, Diddy and Obie Trice
"War": Trick Trick and Obie Trice
"Hustler": 50 Cent and Obie Trice
"Get That Money": 50 Cent, Obie Trice, and Lloyd Banks
"Get That Money (remix)": 50 Cent, Obie Trice, Lloyd Banks, and Krondon

Going No Where
Obie Trice Lyrics

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You heard it, you want it, you got it, it's crazy
You play it, you bump it, you know it, it's crazy
Hate if you wanna, that don't phase me
I ain't going nowhere right now

It's the fo' pound bandit
The coke hand to hand, and he Detroit bredded
Goddanmit O Trice's back

And Oh, they so adamant I'm still at it
You should see the grill on a faggot if only looks could kill
But O is so accurate over this matter stagnant
It's never inadequate I swear these haters need to chill
It's SO automatic that he is above average
Jesus of Nazareth's reached his soul and so
He is a talent that has managed to mechanically use a pen and a pad and the alphabet to get ahead
Niggas mad cuz he single handledly getting this bread
Bitches is in his bed, bullet still in his head
I'm back, fully loaded I'm ready to let off lead
Metal is heavy and I'm ready to let it all rip
The return of the vigilante on that big party and bullshit
You dig? The kid's back you biatch

You heard it, you want it, you got it, it's crazy
You play it, you bump it, you know it, it's crazy
Hate if you wanna, that don't phase me
I ain't going nowhere right now

I don't suffer the whispers of these envious niggas
Mad cuz his nuts not in my Denim
Wanna be him so much the send slugs to kill him
And keep it on the hush not to become a victim
Vicious, niggas I rid them
I spit, piss on the statistics on that bullshit
I pull up muzzle yell, send the bezel berg back to here
I'mma thug, I'mma clap him till he fail and he fall
I'mma ball, I'm a beast, I'm the streets
I'm the reason you a broad, I'mma boss, I'm me
Obie bout that change, get rich fast
The Claude Van Damme of the game: Kick ass
Trapped until a nigg get out of 'Caine
And bounce back like whiplashes
And dump my cigar ashes on you asses
It's still Trice and Mathers all that matters
Call that other madness, past us
This is passion

You heard it, you want it, you got it, it's crazy
You play it, you bump it, you know it, it's crazy
Hate if you wanna, that don't phase me
I ain't going nowhere right now

My feet up, I read up
Read up on a MC who fordid, a overachiever
My Visa tease them in that villa overseas in that B1W with mamacita
G'd up, Jesus my cheese keep reaching up
Planted the seed and then it beamed up
The bean stalk being tall
Now I'm balling on these motherfucking peanuts
Huh, the demons wanna deliver me
Wanna deem him less than enemy but O too slippery
But back on you faggots nigga ain't no sympathy
I don't fuck with you actors I do mine differently
Trice made history, now all these fake niggas wanna mention me
Couldn't wait till I break in this with my entity
It don't even interest me, I'mma keep my energy spitting
Obie is in this to win this and that's the ending

You heard it, you want it, you got it, it's crazy
You play it, you bump it, you know it, it's crazy

Hate if you wanna, that don't phase me
I ain't going nowhere right now

Overall Meaning

In the song "Going No Where" by Obie Trice, he is expressing his confidence and resilience in the face of criticism and hate. He asserts that he is not going anywhere and will continue to make music despite what others may think. He also takes shots at his haters, specifically referencing those who want to be him so much that they try to kill him. He even throws in a reference to Jesus of Nazareth, suggesting that his talent is divinely inspired.

Trice boasts about his success, referencing his ability to make money, and revealing details about his luxurious lifestyle. However, he also acknowledges the risks that come with his lifestyle, indicating that he is aware of the danger posed by others in the rap game. He ends the song by reiterating his commitment to music and his determination to win.

Line by Line Meaning

You heard it, you want it, you got it, it's crazy
This music is so good, you're going to want to hear it over and over again

You play it, you bump it, you know it, it's crazy
You're going to keep dancing to this music because it's just that good

Hate if you wanna, that don't phase me
I don't care if you don't like me or my music, I'm still going to keep doing me

I ain't going nowhere right now
I'm not giving up or disappearing anytime soon

It's the fo' pound bandit
I'm a tough guy who doesn't mess around

The coke hand to hand, and he Detroit bredded
I've been around the block and grew up tough in Detroit

Goddamnit O Trice's back
I'm back and mean business

And Oh, they so adamant I'm still at it
Despite all of the people doubting me, I'm still working hard and succeeding

You should see the grill on a faggot if only looks could kill
If people could see the hate and envy some have for me, they would understand how vicious it is

But O is so accurate over this matter stagnant
I understand what is going on around me and am quick to respond

It's never inadequate I swear these haters need to chill
I am always on top of my game and these haters need to relax

It's SO automatic that he is above average
I am so good at what I do that I am considered to be better than most

Jesus of Nazareth's reached his soul and so
I have been inspired by Jesus and his teachings

He is a talent that has managed to mechanically use a pen and a pad and the alphabet to get ahead
I have used my skills and talents to become successful in this industry

Niggas mad cuz he single handledly getting this bread
Some people are jealous of me because I am making a lot of money without any help

Bitches is in his bed, bullet still in his head
I have enemies who want to harm me, but I still have women who are attracted to me

I'm back, fully loaded I'm ready to let off lead
I'm back and ready to fight anyone who tries to come at me

Metal is heavy and I'm ready to let it all rip
I am prepared to get violent and use weapons if necessary

The return of the vigilante on that big party and bullshit
I am ready to take down anyone who is standing in my way

You dig? The kid's back you biatch
Understand? I'm back and ready to take on anything

I don't suffer the whispers of these envious niggas
I refuse to listen to the negative words of those who are jealous of my success

Mad cuz his nuts not in my Denim
They're angry because they're not in the same league as me

Wanna be him so much the send slugs to kill him
Some people are willing to kill me because they want to be me

And keep it on the hush not to become a victim
They try to keep their plans secret so they don't get caught

Vicious, niggas I rid them
I'm not afraid of anyone and will take them on if I have to

I spit, piss on the statistics on that bullshit
I don't care about what others think or say, I trust in my own abilities

I pull up muzzle yell, send the bezel berg back to here
I'm ready to get violent and take down anyone who comes at me

I'mma thug, I'mma clap him till he fail and he fall
I'm not afraid to use violence to get what I need

I'mma ball, I'm a beast, I'm the streets
I am tough and can handle anything that the city throws my way

I'm the reason you a broad, I'mma boss, I'm me
I am the one who is responsible for your success and I will always be the boss

Obie bout that change, get rich fast
I'm all about making money and doing it quickly

The Claude Van Damme of the game: Kick ass
I am a tough fighter who can take down anyone who stands in my way

Trapped until a nigg get out of 'Caine
I was stuck in a bad place until I got out of it

And bounce back like whiplashes
I managed to come back from a tough situation and succeed

And dump my cigar ashes on you asses
I am not afraid to show my dominance and disrespect my enemies

It's still Trice and Mathers all that matters
My relationship with Eminem is still important and relevant to me

Call that other madness, past us
That's all in the past, let's move on

This is passion
Everything I do is because I am passionate about it

My feet up, I read up
I'm relaxing and catching up on my reading

Read up on a MC who fordid, a overachiever
I'm learning about a rapper who is even more successful than me

My Visa tease them in that villa overseas in that B1W with mamacita
I'm living a luxurious lifestyle and enjoying my success

G'd up, Jesus my cheese keep reaching up
I'm staying true to myself and my beliefs, even as I achieve success

Planted the seed and then it beamed up
I have created something great and now it's taking off

The bean stalk being tall
My success is growing and becoming taller

Now I'm balling on these motherfucking peanuts
I am making so much money that I'm not even paying attention to small amounts

Huh, the demons wanna deliver me
My enemies want to take me down

Wanna deem him less than enemy but O too slippery
They might try to paint me as a bad guy, but I'm too smart for them

But back on you faggots nigga ain't no sympathy
I don't feel sorry for those who try to come at me and lose

I don't fuck with you actors I do mine differently
I'm not affected by what others think, I do things my own way

Trice made history, now all these fake niggas wanna mention me
I have accomplished amazing things and now everyone wants to be associated with me

Couldn't wait till I break in this with my entity
They were waiting for me to fail and disappear, but I didn't

It don't even interest me, I'mma keep my energy spitting
I'm not interested in what my haters have to say, I'm just going to keep doing me

Obie is in this to win this and that's the ending
Everything I do is because I am determined to succeed

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LUIS EDGARDO RESTO, MARSHALL B. III MATHERS, OBIE TRICE

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