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
Got Hungry
Obie Trice Lyrics
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Obie Trice
"Obie-Obie-Obie-Obie-Obie, Obie Trice is now here" [2X]
[Verse 1 - Obie Trice]
Obie Trice got hungry, needed money to bank
Young, didn't think, my life was great
Pushin big weight, from state to state (uh)
While I'm on Section 8 (damn)
And my corner got about fifty niggaz on the grind chasin the cake
So that route I can't go
Even though we cordial, I might step on a toe, turn a friend to foe
But the thought still exists
I'm in my room gettin pissed
I should have 20 inch rims on a V12 Benz, hangin with brand new friends
All flavor Timbs, hittin nothin but skins
I gotta do something right now
Aiyyo this life foul and my job just burns me out
Plus this titty bar bitch, Hennessy, turns me out
Stuffin ones in her garter, got my dick harder
Hard enough to plot on, openin up a spot
A big birth of rocks throwin up the fuckin block
Just stop, no, that shit too hot to cop, so watch
Plus in the hood my name's not top notch
Niggaz'll snitch or try to get me
Contemplate an illegal career, hittin shots off the Hennessy
In my room pacin, like I'm facin
A life term, AIDS and job termination
I'm in my room pacin, like I'm facin
A life term, AIDS and job termination
Termination, termination, terminat-atat-ion
[Chorus - Scratched Samples By DJ Grouch]
"Mr. Trice"
"Gotta eat"
"Starvin"
"Like an animal"
"Dope, get low"
"Best eatin"
"React off instinct, digest weaklings"
"Let you niggaz know"
"Got hungry"
"Takin mine"
"Gettin dust over here"
"I'm ready, I'm ready to rock"
"O-O-Obie Trice, bettin down shop"
[Verse 2 - Obie Trice]
Yo, fuck it I'll go outside and decide what's the deal
Walkin up the block, kickin rocks with no scrill
Ain't lovely
My main man P-Funk in a Double O, truck bubbly, honks at me
What up Black? I wave back, in fact
If you ever peep his wrist, thaw out to bring yourself back
Attract all bitches in Cadillac on dishes
While I roll a Prism with the fuckin engine light blinkin
You know you're stinkin
When the same gauge light on for months to cause another fuckin
Complication
Life got me on a menstruation like a bitch
Player hatin all these niggaz flossin like they rich
I got the itch to dip right behind the bush
If I catch you slippin, your blood go gush
Fuck that, fuck that, I'm not a thief
'Cause armed robbery, murder, cause a whole lot of grief
I'm tired of grindin my teeth thinkin about the dough
I'm tired of high class bitches tellin me - fuck N-O, N-O, N-O, N-O
[Chorus]
In the song "Got Hungry," Obie Trice expresses his hunger for money and success. He paints a vivid picture of his environment, where he is surrounded by drug dealers and unable to make ends meet on Section 8 housing. He reflects on his envy of those with lavish lives and starts considering illegal activities. He talks about going to a strip club and being attracted to one of the performers, which gives him an idea to open up his own spot. He toys with the idea of going illegal but eventually decides against it. The lyrics convey a sense of hopeless yearning and frustration that come from living in poverty.
Line by Line Meaning
Obie-Obie-Obie-Obie-Obie, Obie Trice is now here
Obie Trice is introducing himself with a repetition of his name.
Obie Trice got hungry, needed money to bank
Obie Trice was in need of money to fulfill his hunger.
Young, didn't think, my life was great
A young Obie Trice didn't assess his life and thought everything was fine.
Eatin from a saucer, ballers got big plates
Obie Trice had to suffice with a small plate of food while the rich had more luxurious options.
Pushin big weight, from state to state (uh)
Big drug dealers were making a lot of money by smuggling drugs across state borders.
While I'm on Section 8 (damn)
Obie Trice was living off government assistance as he was poor.
And my corner got about fifty niggaz on the grind chasin the cake
The corner where Obie Trice lived had many drug dealers who were busy earning money.
So that route I can't go
Obie Trice couldn't choose to become a drug dealer and earn money that way.
Even though we cordial, I might step on a toe, turn a friend to foe
Obie Trice didn't want to jeopardize his relationships by stepping on anyone's toes, even if they were cordial.
But the thought still exists
The thought of earning a lot of money still lingered in his mind.
I'm in my room gettin pissed
Obie Trice was getting angry with his life's circumstances.
I should have 20 inch rims on a V12 Benz, hangin with brand new friends
Obie Trice imagined himself in a luxurious car with fancy rims, and hanging out with rich friends.
All flavor Timbs, hittin nothin but skins
He desired to dress fashionably and attract women.
I gotta do something right now
Obie Trice was very desperate to earn money and improve his life's circumstances.
Aiyyo this life foul and my job just burns me out
Obie Trice's current job was very unsatisfactory and was making him very unhappy.
Plus this titty bar bitch, Hennessy, turns me out
Obie Trice was attracted to strippers and alcohol which were causing him to spend a lot of money.
Stuffin ones in her garter, got my dick harder
He used to put money in a stripper's garter and was sexually aroused by that act.
Hard enough to plot on, openin up a spot
He was aroused enough to plan opening a new strip club by investing money.
A big birth of rocks throwin up the fuckin block
He envisioned himself throwing up large rocks of drugs, which would gain him a lot of customers.
Just stop, no, that shit too hot to cop, so watch
He realized the danger in dealing with drugs in his neighborhood and decided to abandon that idea.
Plus in the hood my name's not top notch
Obie Trice wasn't very popular or well-known among his neighbors.
Niggaz'll snitch or try to get me
He was afraid that someone might rat him out to the police or rob him of his drug stash.
Contemplate an illegal career, hittin shots off the Hennessy
Obie Trice thought about pursuing an illegal career and drank alcohol to deal with his stress.
In my room pacin, like I'm facin
He was very anxious and agitated in his room.
A life term, AIDS and job termination
He was worried about being jailed for a long time, getting infected with AIDS, and losing his job.
Termination, termination, terminat-atat-ion
He was worried about the possibility of losing his job repeatedly.
Mr. Trice
DJ Grouch is acknowledging Obie Trice.
Gotta eat
Obie Trice is expressing his need to earn money.
Starvin
Obie Trice is extremely hungry and in need of money.
Like an animal
Obie Trice is willing to act like an animal to earn money.
Dope, get low
Obie Trice is willing to get involved in drug dealing to earn money.
Best eatin
Drug dealers earn the most money.
React off instinct, digest weaklings
He will use his instincts to identify and take advantage of vulnerable people to earn money.
Let you niggaz know
Obie Trice wants everyone to know that he will do whatever it takes to earn money.
Takin mine
He is determined to take what is his.
Gettin dust over here
He is determined to earn a lot of money.
I'm ready, I'm ready to rock
Obie Trice is very eager to earn money and improve his life.
O-O-Obie Trice, bettin down shop
Obie Trice is establishing his presence and betting that he will be successful in earning money.
Yo, fuck it I'll go outside and decide what's the deal
Obie Trice is ready to take action and see what opportunities are available outside.
Walkin up the block, kickin rocks with no scrill
He doesn't have any money and is aimlessly walking around the block.
Ain't lovely
His life circumstances aren't very good.
My main man P-Funk in a Double O, truck bubbly, honks at me
His friend P-Funk is driving a fancy luxury car and greets him by honking.
What up Black? I wave back, in fact
Obie Trice greets his friend back.
If you ever peep his wrist, thaw out to bring yourself back
P-Funk has a very expensive watch that would be shocking to see.
Attract all bitches in Cadillac on dishes
P-Funk and his fancy car attract many women.
While I roll a Prism with the fuckin engine light blinkin
Obie Trice has an old car with a malfunctioning engine.
You know you're stinkin
Obie Trice is embarrassed by his car and his poverty.
When the same gauge light on for months to cause another fuckin
Obie Trice's car has had the same issue for months and he can't afford to fix it.
Complication
It causes problems in his life.
Life got me on a menstruation like a bitch
His life is difficult and he feels as if he is on an endless menstrual cycle.
Player hatin all these niggaz flossin like they rich
Obie Trice finds it irritating to see people who are wealthy and flaunt it.
I got the itch to dip right behind the bush
He feels the urge to steal or do something illegal.
If I catch you slippin, your blood go gush
Obie Trice is willing to hurt others to earn money.
Fuck that, fuck that, I'm not a thief
Obie Trice decides against stealing and wants to earn money in a more ethical way.
'Cause armed robbery, murder, cause a whole lot of grief
He realizes the consequences of committing violent crimes and doesn't want to get involved in them.
I'm tired of grindin my teeth thinkin about the dough
He is exhausted from worrying about money.
I'm tired of high class bitches tellin me - fuck N-O, N-O, N-O, N-O
He is tired of being rejected by wealthy women who aren't interested in him because he is poor.
Contributed by Aaliyah E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.