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
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Obie Trice Lyrics
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Yeah, Obie Trice, real name no gimmicks
I came in the game, profane no image
I came in the game, with a name
I was given from a mayn who ain't give a fuck about his child-ren
I proclaim the name though, never in vain no
Watch the change grow, a young nigga who didn't gain from fame
Copped the Range Ro', now they want my brains on the main road
How I came fo', with a million sold
Who say you can't grow from mildew and mold
Gettin money like Ross Perot
I'm often told, a coffin's the routes I go
Oh that's the road you on, oh no
I'm down for the rifle, tone the fo fo
Don't ever try to send a nigga home, no no
I know you wanna catch me at Sunoco
Show me that your loco put holes in my photo
NOPE!, HOPE!, hold toast, no jokes, send slugs through your Polo
Just cause our thug roll solo
And po' zone grown folk, be a cold negro
Be-low, your grieved up people
Be-lieve that the boy see no evil
[Chorus - Busta Rhymes]
OHH! I had you yellin out when I backed a 30/30 Rifle
OHH! Too late for niggaz to get religious and start readin they Bible
OHH! See you can yell like other niggaz, your pickin a dirty psycho
OHH! See you should make peace instead of makin me become a psycho
[Verse 2 - Obie Trice]
I visualized it, O. Trice at 25 survived it
Bright but violent, invite the violence
Fist fight a fireman, be a tyrant
'Til these niggaz nights is silent
O. Trice from a trife environment
He 'Rock's the Mic' no sight of retirin
Maybe when the bank accounts light like a fire thin
I'm in the position to hire other clients then
Meanwhile I'm a virus like Iverson
A nigga crossover, Europeans admirin
And the soldier's retirin, I ain't buyin
Motherfuckers actin like you denyin them
Who tryin a nigga, who use buyers
I figure your crew tired, my trigger introduces VIOLENCE
Loose the sirus, you in hospital, orange juice and vitamins
No coke
[Chorus]
[Verse 3 - Obie Trice]
A derelict who inherited hustle
My heritage married the street struggle
Like a couple of a great unk's ago (yeah)
So this blood streams through my nuts
Seems like I wasn't in touch
When the teacher's ass spoke
Nope, naw I was just a preacher in oath
Sit on the bleachers and flip coke
The only reach you got through my dome
Niggaz yaffle so the gat'll be chrome
Pull the window raffle, so I scramble with a track and the phones (woo)
Fuck a act and a clone, this is actual happening's that's factual back in my home
This is rap, but I ain't rappin so you clappin the zone
Think we trapped in the act, for the sake of performin (nigga)
This is your warnin, run up on the wrong
And your tissue is burning a hundred degrees warm [Blaap]
O. Treezy's gone, my nigga Buzz bring the track back here for 'em
C'mon
[Chorus]
In the first verse of the song "Oh!", Obie Trice introduces himself as someone who has entered the rap game with no gimmicks or profane image. He proclaims his name and speaks about his father who didn't care about his children. However, Obie Trice is determined to change the game and wants to be recognized for his music. He talks about how he has made it big, with a Range Rover and millions sold. Despite his success, people want to harm him and sometimes, he feels misunderstood.
In the second verse, Obie Trice visualizes himself surviving in his environment and being the best at what he does. He speaks about hiring other clients and becoming a virus like Iverson, crossing over and being admired in Europe. Trice raps about being a fighter and not giving up, even when people deny him. He also mentions the struggle he has faced and how it has molded him into who he is today.
Overall, the song "Oh!" is a reflection of Obie Trice's life and the struggles he has faced, as well as his determination to succeed in the rap game.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, Obie Trice, real name no gimmicks
I am introducing myself as Obie Trice with no fake persona.
I came in the game, profane no image
I joined the industry without any offensive or fake image.
I came in the game, with a name
I entered the industry with the name given by a careless man who didn't care for his children.
I was given from a mayn who ain't give a fuck about his child-ren
My name was given to me by an irresponsible man who didn't care for his children.
I proclaim the name though, never in vain no
I proudly use my given name without degrading it.
Watch the change grow, a young nigga who didn't gain from fame
I didn't change for fame but grew positively with it.
Copped the Range Ro', now they want my brains on the main road
Now that I have a luxurious car, people are envious and want to harm me.
They don't understand what I came for
People fail to comprehend my goals and aspirations.
How I came fo', with a million sold
I achieved success with a million records sold.
Who say you can't grow from mildew and mold
I believe that you can grow even in difficult situations.
Gettin money like Ross Perot
I am earning money like famous businessman Ross Perot.
I'm often told, a coffin's the routes I go
People warn me that I can end up dead and buried.
Oh that's the road you on, oh no
I acknowledge the risks I take but will not change my path.
I'm down for the rifle, tone the fo fo
I am ready to use my weapons to protect myself.
Don't ever try to send a nigga home, no no
Do not attempt to harm me or send me away.
I know you wanna catch me at Sunoco
I know you want to harm me at the gas station Sunoco.
Show me that your loco put holes in my photo
If you try to harm me, you will only damage my picture.
NOPE!, HOPE!, hold toast, no jokes, send slugs through your Polo
I will use my gun without hesitation to harm you.
Just cause our thug roll solo
I will be a lone fighter like a thug.
And po' zone grown folk, be a cold negro
I will be cruel and ruthless towards opponents.
Be-low, your grieved up people
People who are against me will suffer and regret their actions.
Be-lieve that the boy see no evil
I don't ignore or avoid ill things, I face them and overcome.
OHH! I had you yellin out when I backed a 30/30 Rifle
I got you scared when I used my powerful rifle.
OHH! Too late for niggaz to get religious and start readin they Bible
It's useless for you to become religious now when it's almost too late.
OHH! See you can yell like other niggaz, your pickin a dirty psycho
You can scream and shout, but you're just a crazy person.
OHH! See you should make peace instead of makin me become a psycho
It's better to find a peaceful solution instead of triggering my anger and violence.
I visualized it, O. Trice at 25 survived it
I imagined myself living along enough to reach 25 and accomplished it.
Bright but violent, invite the violence
I am smart but not afraid of violence, and provoke it if needed.
Fist fight a fireman, be a tyrant
I am willing to fight anyone, including those who should be helping me (like a fireman).
O. Trice from a trife environment
I come from a difficult and dangerous environment.
He 'Rock's the Mic' no sight of retirin
I am a successful rapper and have no plans of quitting.
Maybe when the bank accounts light like a fire thin
I may retire only when I have no money left.
I'm in the position to hire other clients then
I am successful and can hire others to work for me.
Meanwhile I'm a virus like Iverson
I am a force to be reckoned with, like basketball player Allen Iverson.
A nigga crossover, Europeans admirin
I have become influential even to Europeans.
And the soldier's retirin, I ain't buyin
I won't quit or give up, unlike other rappers who are retiring.
Motherfuckers actin like you denyin them
People seem to reject or deny their association with me.
Who tryin a nigga, who use buyers
Whoever is against me will fail because of my loyal supporters.
I figure your crew tired, my trigger introduces VIOLENCE
I believe your team is exhausted and my gun is the solution.
Loose the sirus, you in hospital, orange juice and vitamins
If you confront me, you'll end up in the hospital, needing only basic care.
A derelict who inherited hustle
I grew up poor but gained a strong work ethic and hustle.
My heritage married the street struggle
My background is infused by street life and its difficulties.
Like a couple of a great unk's ago (yeah)
My experiences are similar to those of my great ancestors.
So this blood streams through my nuts
My origins flow deeply in my being.
Seems like I wasn't in touch
I wasn't aware of my background initially.
When the teacher's ass spoke
When teachers spoke, I wasn't listening to them.
Sit on the bleachers and flip coke
I was dealing drugs and ignoring school.
The only reach you got through my dome
You only got to me through my mind.
Niggaz yaffle so the gat'll be chrome
My opponents are tricking me so I have my gun ready.
Pull the window raffle, so I scramble with a track and the phones (woo)
I am always prepared to escape and hide with a fake identity and phone.
Fuck a act and a clone, this is actual happening's that's factual back in my home
I don't want to pretend or copy anyone, my life is real and factual in my hometown.
This is rap, but I ain't rappin so you clappin the zone
Although this is a rap song, I am not just rapping, I am living what I am saying.
Think we trapped in the act, for the sake of performin (nigga)
People may think that my life is all about performing and acting.
This is your warnin, run up on the wrong
This song is a warning to my opponents.
And your tissue is burning a hundred degrees warm [Blaap]
I will cause so much harm that your body will feel like it's on fire.
O. Treezy's gone, my nigga Buzz bring the track back here for 'em
I am done rapping, but my friend Buzz will bring the track back for the audience.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANDRE YOUNG, MICHAEL ELIZONDO, TREVOR SMITH, OBIE TRICE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@blackviper277
This whole album needs to be re released, let these new generation get a taste for some real rap for once 🙌🏻🤲
@badbrad3213
As much as I agree with you there are incredible artists in our day from the top of my head J.cole and joyner Lucas.
It is true that we don't have many good ones but we do have some at least
@soulmirror4155
That that
@lorenzopugliese9372
All day
@akebeyeadi6996
Bet!!!!
@cryptomoonshot8961
I bought this album when it was released while I was in 8th grade. This is what got me heavy into Obie. As a Michigander, I am proud of all of the amazing rappers that came out of this great state. This whole album hits hard! I remember skipping out of class to chill with the upperclassmen, passing around fatties at the local graveyard, and blasting this album. I look back and can see how dumb it was. A bunch of kids blowing smoke and banging some heavy Obie as if we had a target on our heads telling the cops to come f**k with us. How did the neighbors not call us in was the real question. Maybe they were banging their heads to the beat and said, "Screw it. These kids are cool." 🤣 The dead probably didn't care either. Probably made them feel alive again 😂🤣.
@Kronorium
I know it wasn't only Dre but you can sense his wisdom in the way the beat slaps it just has that Dr Dre touch that is often missing but when it's on it slaps so hard you just can't deny he is a G.O.A.T.
@BusiswaThamsanqaDube
''a composer with composure, B%&*h I'm Compton's Beethoven'' - Dr. Dre
@kimndaz4202
this dude blew up before his time I use to play these tracks years ago and not only till now do I appreciate Obie'z lyrics
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