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
I'm Home
Obie Trice Lyrics
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They want to see me broken down
No matter how they try, they try
I'm staying up way high, way high
Way up in the sky
Cause that's my home
They say he wouldn't make it
Came from servin' fiends flavors
Until I got [?]
Belly all full, nigga ate up
Not just the cheddar I pulled but the haters
Wanna see the raw flesh in the grave, it's dangerous
And I ain't Singapore, I'm a singer bitch
Singular, nina on the hip
Sittin' in the hood home, dreamin' while I flip
I could be anything, include being rich
Take 'em out the ghetto, move 'em to the sticks
Put 'em in the [?], let 'em know
O represented to the fullest
Even if it's foolish or even if jewellery [?]
[?] boy came up from the sewage, bitch
I know the world wanna see me humble
They want to see me broken down, but
No matter how they try, they try
I'm staying up way high, way high
Way up in the sky
Cause that's my home
Cold nights
Trice on the corner, rollin' white
Police wanna put me
In a holding cell after reading rights
They don't know what I received in life
My reason for me to push inebriatin' vice to fiends, it's like
By any means make it easier right?
When we come from dangling from trees at night
Yeah, now it's Ibiza
Stamps on the visa because I'm an emcee
Something a beat does to Obie
I'm from the street [?], you should know me
The boy raised by the OG's, sippin' old E
Now he sold out shows overseas so effortlessly
Eleanor we did it so elegantly
Know you're smiling from heaven on me
I know the world wanna see me humble
They want to see me broken down, but
No matter how they try, they try
I'm staying up way high, way high
Way up in the sky
Cause that's my home
I'm home but I was starving
I sold yayo now [?]
I used to sling narcotics
Narks used to see me as a target
Now I'm in Bucharest, Budapest
We the arch of the triumph
Obie Trice not retirin', right now I'm hirin'
Long as your mind's inspirin'
I know the world wanna see me humble
They want to see me broken down, but
No matter how they try, they try
I'm staying up way high, way high
Way up in the sky
Cause that's my home
I know the world wanna see me humble
They want to see me broken down, but
No matter how they try, they try
I'm staying up way high, way high
Way up in the sky
Cause that's my home
I'm up in the air baby
You niggas just do whatever you wanna do or say
whatever you say about a nigga like me
I'm up in the sky. Yeah
The song "I'm Home" by Obie Trice is a triumphant anthem of self-belief and rising above obstacles. The opening lines signify that people want to see Obie Trice fail or be knocked down, but he is determined to stay high up in the sky, where he belongs. He acknowledges his humble beginnings as a drug dealer serving fiends flavors but emphasizes that despite the odds stacked against him, he has risen to the top. He highlights the dangers of his past life and the ways he has overcome them to establish himself as a successful rapper.
Obie Trice goes on to reflect on his journey and how he has faced adversity through his career. He references his past dealing with law enforcement and how he rose above it to become successful, touring internationally and performing in front of sold-out crowds. He acknowledges the role OGs played in his upbringing and how his experiences growing up in the hood have shaped his character.
The song is a great reflection of Obie Trice's determination to succeed and not let anyone bring him down. He battled through tough times and channeled that energy into his music, becoming a successful artist and a testament to the power of hard work and dedication.
Line by Line Meaning
I know the world wanna see me humble
The world wants me to be brought down and humiliated.
They want to see me broken down
The world wants to see me defeated and weak.
No matter how they try, they try
Despite their efforts, they cannot bring me down.
I'm staying up way high, way high
I am continuing to strive for greatness.
Way up in the sky
I am soaring in success and achievement.
Cause that's my home
This success and achievement is where I belong.
They say he wouldn't make it
People doubted my potential for success.
But that ain't old make-up
That doubtful perception of me is untrue.
Came from servin' fiends flavors
I started from serving drugs to addicts.
Until I got ?
Until I found a way out and started making money elsewhere.
Belly all full, nigga ate up
I have achieved financial stability and success.
Not just the cheddar I pulled but the haters
My success and wealth has also attracted haters and detractors.
Wanna see the raw flesh in the grave, it's dangerous
These haters want to see me dead or in a bad position.
And I ain't Singapore, I'm a singer bitch
I am unique and not bound by anyone's expectations or standards.
Singular, nina on the hip
I am individualistic and carry a gun for protection.
Sittin' in the hood home, dreamin' while I flip
Despite my success, I still remember my roots and my upbringing in my neighborhood.
I could be anything, include being rich
I am living proof that anyone, even from a poor background, can achieve success.
Take 'em out the ghetto, move 'em to the sticks
It is possible to escape a poor and dangerous environment and settle somewhere else.
Put 'em in the ?, let 'em know
We should teach and encourage others to succeed and achieve their dreams.
O represented to the fullest
I represent myself and my success with pride and confidence.
Even if it's foolish or even if jewellery ?
Even if others think my success is foolish or superficial, I know it is real and true.
Cold nights
Times when things were difficult and hard to live through.
Trice on the corner, rollin' white
Obie Trice was on the corner selling cocaine.
Police wanna put me In a holding cell after reading rights
Police officers wanted to arrest Obie Trice.
They don't know what I received in life
The police aren't aware of all that Obie Trice has been through.
My reason for me to push inebriatin' vice to fiends, it's like
Obie Trice sold cocaine to addicts to support himself financially.
By any means make it easier right?
He sold drugs because it was the only way he could survive and make a living.
When we come from dangling from trees at night
He recalls the racism and prejudice his ancestors and family faced
Now it's Ibiza
Obie Trice is now able to travel to exotic and luxurious places.
Stamps on the visa because I'm an emcee
He is now able to travel the world because of his career as a rapper.
Something a beat does to Obie
Music and rapping has completely changed and transformed his life.
I'm from the street ?, you should know me
He grew up in the streets and has overcome the odds to achieve success.
The boy raised by the OG's, sippin' old E
He comes from a tough background and was raised by older gang members.
Now he sold out shows overseas so effortlessly
He is now successfully performing sold out shows all around the world.
Eleanor we did it so elegantly
He acknowledges and thanks someone named Eleanor for helping him achieve success.
Know you're smiling from heaven on me
He believes that someone who has passed away is watching over him and is happy about his success.
I'm home but I was starving
Even though he is successful now, he has not forgotten his past struggles.
I sold yayo now ?
He used to sell cocaine to get by and now his life is much different.
I used to sling narcotics
He was a drug dealer in the past.
Narks used to see me as a target
The police used to target him because of his involvement in selling drugs.
Now I'm in Bucharest, Budapest
He is now able to travel and perform shows in European cities.
We the arch of the triumph
He and his team are succeeding and achieving great things.
Obie Trice not retirin', right now I'm hirin'
He is not planning on retiring and is currently expanding his career.
Long as your mind's inspirin'
As long as his music is inspiring others, he will continue to make it.
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