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
Spend the Day
Obie Trice Lyrics
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All I need is 1440 minutes wit'chu baby
Drey Skonie c'mon
Tell me what you want (what you want)
You can have it babe (you can have it)
It don't matter, what it is
Girl you can have your way (it's your way baby)
I'll spend it anyway (it's what we do)
Just imagine what I'd do for you
Just spend the day with me, ohhhh
Spend the day with me, ohhhh
Just spend the day with me
What the problem is? Ain't it obvious?
Got a thing for ya, we need to handle biz
Take you to the crib, play with your esophagus
Get your nose snotty, eyes watery
I just wanna party wit'cha, got the party bus
We doin 1800 shots, all of us
You bring the honeys, I can bring hustlers
And we can muster up conversation to discuss
And I'ma put it in your brain, like you're readin Zane
Jumpin off my skyscraper, you ain't die in vain
You came and became, my lil' mama
Miss do anything, no drama
Runs in your stockings, no comma
When we encounter you appreciate kitchen counters
Alls I need is 24 hours
Watch Obie show you that the world's ours
Tell me what you want (what you want)
You can have it babe (you can have it)
It don't matter, what it is
Girl you can have your way (it's your way baby)
And I don't care 'bout money
I'll spend it anyway (it's what we do)
Just imagine what I'd do for you
Just spend the day with me, oh
Spend the day with me, oh
Just spend the day with me
Say she love my aura, how my hustle unfold
Way I hurt 'em with the yay, she call me Amber Rose
Pretty toes, no pimples, no blotch
No Proactiv, nope, the girl's hot
They rolled the carpet, whenever that the girl's out
Make sure it's Red, cause I made sure her Bottoms are
My bottom broad, you could catch us at the bar
No tops on the bottles, exactly how the models are
You know I'll put your ass together like a model car
Now your head's gettin big, if you follow us
on Twitter with Venus and Serena
Then Trice do the servin, whenever he's between her
Cause Obie-GYN
You say you're bi-curious then bring yo' friends
And we can get it in 'til, ante-meridian
Wake up, roll over then we do it again
C'mon!
Tell me what you want (what you want)
You can have it babe (you can have it)
It don't matter, what it is
Girl you can have your way (it's your way baby)
And I don't care 'bout money
I'll spend it anyway (it's what we do)
Just imagine what I'd do for you
Just spend the day with meeeeeeeeee, ohhhh
Spend the day with meeeeeeeeee, ohhhh
Just spend the day with me
The lyrics to Obie Trice and Drey Skonie's "Spend the Day" portray a man who is infatuated with a woman and is willing to do anything to spend time with her. He tells her that he doesn't care about money and is willing to spend it all on her, just to spend the day with her. He imagines spending time with her at home, at a party, and even travelling the world together. He refers to her as his "lil mama," highlighting his affection for her.
The lyrics also contain a lot of wordplay and clever rhymes, showcasing the rappers' lyrical abilities. They use metaphors and references to pop culture, such as the mention of Amber Rose and Venus and Serena Williams. The chorus is catchy and repetitive, emphasizing the main message of the song, which is the desire to spend time with the woman they are singing to.
Overall, "Spend the Day" is a fun and upbeat song with a playful tone that expresses the desire to spend time with someone special.
Line by Line Meaning
BME, Obie Trice
Obie Trice introduces himself and his music collective, Black Market Entertainment.
All I need is 1440 minutes wit'chu baby
Obie Trice wants to spend a full day (1440 minutes) with his love interest.
Drey Skonie c'mon
Singer Drey Skonie is invited by Obie Trice to join him on the song.
Tell me what you want (what you want)
Obie Trice asks his love interest to communicate her desires.
You can have it babe (you can have it)
Obie Trice is willing to give his love interest whatever she wants.
It don't matter, what it is
Obie Trice doesn't care what his love interest wants; as long as it makes her happy.
Girl you can have your way (it's your way baby)
Obie Trice encourages his love interest to take control of their time together.
And I don't care 'bout money
Obie Trice emphasizes that money is not important in their relationship.
I'll spend it anyway (it's what we do)
Obie Trice is willing to spend money on his love interest to make her happy.
Just imagine what I'd do for you
Obie Trice wants his love interest to think about all the things he would do for her.
Just spend the day with me, ohhhh
Obie Trice asks his love interest to spend a day with him.
Say she love my aura, how my hustle unfold
Obie Trice explains how his love interest admires his vibe and work ethic.
Way I hurt 'em with the yay, she call me Amber Rose
Obie Trice's love interest compares him to Amber Rose, a popular model and socialite.
Pretty toes, no pimples, no blotch
Obie Trice describes his love interest's physical appearance as attractive and flawless.
No Proactiv, nope, the girl's hot
Obie Trice implies that his love interest's beauty is natural and doesn't require acne treatment products.
They rolled the carpet, whenever that the girl's out
Obie Trice emphasizes how his love interest's presence commands attention and respect.
Make sure it's Red, cause I made sure her Bottoms are
Obie Trice suggests that his love interest's shoes (likely red bottoms) are a reflection of his successful efforts to please her.
My bottom broad, you could catch us at the bar
Obie Trice describes his love interest as his attractive and loyal partner who enjoys socializing with him.
No tops on the bottles, exactly how the models are
Obie Trice implies that he and his love interest consume alcohol like celebrities and models.
You know I'll put your ass together like a model car
Obie Trice compares his ability to please his love interest to assembling a model car with precision and care.
Now your head's gettin big, if you follow us
Obie Trice warns his love interest that she might develop a sense of superiority if she is around them for too long.
on Twitter with Venus and Serena
Obie Trice mentions two famous sisters who have a presence on social media.
Then Trice do the servin, whenever he's between her
Obie Trice makes a sexual innuendo about his ability to please his love interest.
Cause Obie-GYN
Obie Trice makes a pun on the word 'obstetrician-gynecologist' to refer to himself as an expert in pleasing his love interest.
You say you're bi-curious then bring yo' friends
Obie Trice suggests that his love interest should bring her sexually curious friends to join them.
And we can get it in 'til, ante-meridian
Obie Trice suggests that they can engage in sexual activity until the early hours of the morning.
Wake up, roll over then we do it again
Obie Trice implies that they could have multiple rounds of sex in the same day.
C'mon!
Obie Trice invites his love interest to join him in having a good time.
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@thecuriosLEO
One of the best rapper today and he is so underrated
@Instrumental187
Man, I love obie been a fan since day one. Dude is way underrated
@toyinajileye9933
Obie literally never spit a wack verse
@TheRapLiker
This is THE BEST Obie Trice...
@RachelAMullins
Can i even express in words how happy i am to see this. o changed my life xoxox
@KingBlushe
This song is sick. Obie's still got it.
@MrGautam2384
such a good track, obie still killin it
@homealone5856
Fela Kuti's 'Sorrow Tears and Blood intro' was sampled thru out the song.. Love this song so mch.
@mikedanton5214
Dope shit!! Obie's home!
@LateSeptemberC
geez ob killed this tune, sooo much good music