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
Pistol Pistol
Obie Trice Lyrics
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Yeah
You niggas got me
I'ma get 'em
It ain't over
You can catch me in the whip with a fifth of pimp juice (yeah)
Then I'm poppin' a clip, 'bout to fix this issue (woo)
You're gonna need an ambulance to stitch your tissue (nigga)
Or either have a bag on your hip to shit through (ha)
You seen us on the ave, anxious to get you
By my penis is a mag, when I lift, it hit you
'Cause I don't go nowhere without my pistol, pistol
I solemnly swear on my daughter's tears
The nigga that got 'em in the head'll feel it before the year ends (that's right)
Hope you inconspicuous, my friend
'Cause once the word get back, you in a world of sin (sin)
Bullets will hurdle at him for tryna murder
What's been determined as the first solo African (me)
To go platinum where the accident happened at
Well, maggots, I'm alive with vengeance to get back
My mama blood pressure was affected from that
My little girl need a daddy on the phone at a certain time
Exact now, and niggas act wild
But when the MAC come out, y'all niggas exiled (blaow)
And I don't wanna hear X-Y-Z, I'm X'ing out your whole entity for tryna kill me (me, nigga)
Filthy motherfuckers, I'll show you what real be
When these HTB's light up your kidneys (woo)
I'm so sincere, you're seein' a hearse this year
It's not a verse, it's a curse from birth, and what's on your person over here?
This is Obie, hear him clear
Niggas beware, I'm comin' at you with firearms in air (yeah, nigga)
And your purpose so superfluous, how can I be merciful
When murkin' me's a mercenary's goal? (Uh)
Nigga, I got paper, I'll have your ass urgently exposed (what?)
No emergency's bringin' back your souls
Slugs shatter your bones for pat-pattin' me in the dome
Learn his pattern and we catch him at home, he wrong
That's when automatics sporadically catch him in the abdomen
Another dirty motherfucker's gone (yeah)
You can catch me in the whip with a fifth of pimp juice (yeah)
Then I'm poppin' a clip, 'bout to fix this issue (woo)
You pray that I don't hit, I ain't equipped to miss you (no)
You're gonna need an ambulance to stitch your tissue (nigga)
Or either have a bag on your hip to shit through (ha)
You seen us on the ave, anxious to get you
By my penis is a mag, when I lift, it hit you
'Cause I don't go nowhere without my pistol, pistol
Second Round's on Me
(Robbin' shootin', killin', murder)
Oh shit, run
(Robbin' shootin', killin', murder)
The song Pistol Pistol by Obie Trice is a rap about violence and retribution. Obie Trice starts the song declaring that he is going to get 'em, referring to some people who have wronged him. He mentions that he has a gun in his possession and can be caught with it anywhere, as he never goes out without his pistol. He then threatens the people who have caused him harm, saying that the year will not end without them feeling his wrath. Obie urges them to be inconspicuous because once the word gets back to Obie, they will be in trouble.
The lyrics of the song are filled with violence and threats. People have been trying to kill Obie, and he is out to take revenge. He claims to have paper, and no emergency can bring back souls or stop him from getting revenge. Obie Trice's anger in the song is palpable; he is willing to go to any lengths to protect himself and his family. The song's final words 'Robbin' shootin', killin', murder' solidify its violent nature, making it clear that it is not for the faint of heart.
Line by Line Meaning
You can catch me in the whip with a fifth of pimp juice (yeah)
I can be found in my car with a bottle of alcoholic drink called 'pimp juice'
Then I'm poppin' a clip, 'bout to fix this issue (woo)
I intend to use my gun, by firing one or more shots to resolve a problem
You pray that I don't hit, I ain't equipped to miss you (no)
You hope I don't shoot you because I am highly skilled and will not miss
You're gonna need an ambulance to stitch your tissue (nigga)
If I shoot you, you will require medical attention to save your life
Or either have a bag on your hip to shit through (ha)
Alternatively, you may need a colostomy bag to assist you in bowel movement due to your injury from the gun shots
You seen us on the ave, anxious to get you
You have witnessed us on the streets, eager and ready to attack you
By my penis is a mag, when I lift, it hit you
My gun magazine is located by my groin area, and when I raise to shoot, it will hit you
'Cause I don't go nowhere without my pistol, pistol
I carry my firearm with me at all times as a means of protection
I solemnly swear on my daughter's tears
I make a serious promise, even invoking the emotional pain of my daughter to affirm its sincerity
The nigga that got 'em in the head'll feel it before the year ends (that's right)
The person responsible for harming me or my loved ones will face the consequences before the year is over
Hope you inconspicuous, my friend
I hope you are not easily noticeable or conspicuous to avoid attention from authorities or others who could stop me
'Cause once the word get back, you in a world of sin (sin)
If news of your wrongdoing reaches me, you will be in a lot of trouble
Bullets will hurdle at him for tryna murder
I will use my firearm and shoot at anyone who attempts to kill me
What's been determined as the first solo African (me)
Referring to himself as a pioneer, being the first solo African-American rapper to reach platinum status
To go platinum where the accident happened at
Achieving platinum status in the same city where he suffered a traumatic event/near-death experience
Well, maggots, I'm alive with vengeance to get back
He is angry and seeks revenge after being nearly killed
My mama blood pressure was affected from that
The incident caused significant emotional and physical effects on his mother
My little girl need a daddy on the phone at a certain time Exact now, and niggas act wild
His daughter needs him to be present and available, but his enemies are causing chaos and disturbances
But when the MAC come out, y'all niggas exiled (blaow)
When he takes out his MAC-10 machine gun, his opponents will flee in terror
And I don't wanna hear X-Y-Z, I'm X'ing out your whole entity for tryna kill me (me, nigga)
He will not listen to any excuses, and will eliminate his opponents' entire existence for attempting to take his life
Filthy motherfuckers, I'll show you what real be
He will teach his opponents what is truly real, and how gruesome and ruthless he can be
When these HTB's light up your kidneys (woo)
Referring to his hollow-tip bullets, they will cause severe damage internally to his opponents
I'm so sincere, you're seein' a hearse this year
He is genuine in his threats, and predicts his opponents will die this year
It's not a verse, it's a curse from birth, and what's on your person over here?
Referring to his lyrics - they are not just words, but a curse he has carried since birth. He also questions what his opponents have on their person or in their possession
Niggas beware, I'm comin' at you with firearms in air (yeah, nigga)
He warns his opponents to beware, as he will come firing his weapons with no hesitation
And your purpose so superfluous, how can I be merciful
His opponents' purpose is unnecessary, and he can't show them mercy due to their intentions to harm him
When murkin' me's a mercenary's goal? (Uh)
He is viewed as a valuable target for his enemies, and to kill him would fetch them a good price
Nigga, I got paper, I'll have your ass urgently exposed (what?)
His wealth and influence allows him to swiftly and publicly expose anyone who crosses him
No emergency's bringin' back your souls
Even if there is an emergency or timely response, it can't bring his opponents back to life after he kills them
Slugs shatter your bones for pat-pattin' me in the dome
He will use his bullets to shatter the bones of anyone who harms or disrespects him
Learn his pattern and we catch him at home, he wrong
If they learn his routine, and catch him at home, they are in the wrong as he views his home as a safe haven
That's when automatics sporadically catch him in the abdomen
He will use automatic firearms to randomly shoot his opponents in the abdomen
Another dirty motherfucker's gone (yeah)
Another evil person will be eliminated
Robbin' shootin', killin', murder
These violent actions are associated with robbery, shootings, killings, and murders
Oh shit, run
A warning to flee or escape from the dangerous and violent situations he describes
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Marshall Mathers, Rufus Johnson, Denaun Porter, Deshawn Holton, Ondre Moore, Von Carlisle
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