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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A nigga done lived and slid through terror turf
Did it big with clever workers who hid the crack
In the back bottled up in that Gerber glass
For what it's worth, I ain't told to have
I'm just rambling, y'all dick handling
Telling my past and you don't know me
Niggas, the name's Obie, I'm bout to expose these motherfuckas
When I was down you had a lot to say
You should mind your business and walk away
Talk about me trying to find a way
To spread yo shit 'round town
I ain't really got time for you
With all that ignorant shit you do
Niggas need money and I do too
That's why I ain't fucking with you
I wonder would he pass for a pacifist
If a massive ass kick's inflicted
It can happen that quick, when spitting shit
Rapidly laying down your fag ass click
From running your lips like a bitch
All I know is something it gotta give
Niggas I gotta live, it's not a pejorative
Don't speak on The Kid
Lid your speech or rid ya in the streets
It's so optional, but I will be logical
'Cause when I lodge at you, it's not hospital
Operating poppin' them hot slugs outta your abdominal
Now your momma got a funeral attending
Just for mentioning Obie Trice the Henchmen
All I wanna do is make music and "bench" man
"Get my weight up" the same shit that Jay said
If you hate up, the AK's is sprayin'
Motherfuckers ain't playin'!
When I was down you had a lot to say
You should mind your business and walk away
Talk about me trying to find a way
To spread yo shit 'round town
I ain't really got time for you
With all that ignorant shit you do
Niggas need money and I do too
That's why I ain't fucking with you
That's why I don't fuck with you cats
'Cause this all wrap with y'all
But this is not an act at all
Run ya trap, get clapped and fall
Spread rumors receive malignant tumors
Don't confuse music with us choosin'
Adhesive patches won't cover the bruise
Channel Two anchors won't cover the news
They never give a fuck when it's beef between crews
All I know is Obie paid his dues
Made his moves and bitch niggas hate the truth
They rather see me laid in that body booth
Deep six, rotten so the rats undefined can chew
That's why I don't fuck with y'all
Your runnin' your jaws and that really sucks for y'all
Talk behind backs but never to him dawg
Wouldn't that irritate your boss?
When I was down you had a lot to say
You should mind your business and walk away
Talk about me trying to find a way
To spread yo shit 'round town
I ain't really got time for you
With all that ignorant shit you do
Niggas need money and I do too
That's why I ain't fucking with you
When I was down you had a lot to say
You should mind your business and walk away
Talk about me trying to find a way
To spread yo shit 'round town
I ain't really got time for you
With all that ignorant shit you do
Niggas need money and I do too
That's why I ain't fucking with you
In "Yo," Obie Trice reflects on his past experiences with drugs and crime, as well as his current position in the music industry. He acknowledges that he has done some illegal activities and has interacted with dangerous people, but he also notes that he has moved on from that lifestyle. He warns others not to mess with him or spread rumors about him, as he is focused on making music and making money. Obie Trice also discusses the importance of loyalty and the consequences of betrayal. He asserts that those who talk behind his back but never say anything to his face will not succeed in irritating him.
Overall, the song is a commentary on the challenges and temptations that come with the drug trade, as well as the importance of maintaining one's integrity and focusing on personal success.
Line by Line Meaning
I done did my share of dirt, flipped my share at work
I have committed my fair share of illegal activities and profited from them
A nigga done lived and slid through terror turf
I have lived and navigated through dangerous neighborhoods
Did it big with clever workers who hid the crack
I made a lot of money selling drugs with smart associates who concealed the product
In the back bottled up in that Gerber glass
The drugs were packaged in baby food jars and hidden in the back
For what it's worth, I ain't told to have
I am not saying these things for any specific purpose
I'm just rambling, y'all dick handling
I am simply talking and you are just agreeing with me
Telling my past and you don't know me
I am sharing my past experiences with people who do not truly know me
Niggas, the name's Obie, I'm bout to expose these motherfuckas
My name is Obie and I am going to reveal the truth about these people
I wonder would he pass for a pacifist
I am curious if this person would act peaceful
If a massive ass kick's inflicted
If someone delivers a violent blow
It can happen that quick, when spitting shit
Things can escalate quickly when people talk disrespectfully
Rapidly laying down your fag ass click
Quickly defeating your group of weak followers
From running your lips like a bitch
From talking like a coward
All I know is something it gotta give
Something has to change
Niggas I gotta live, it's not a pejorative
I have to make a living, it is not a negative thing
Don't speak on The Kid
Do not talk about me
Lid your speech or rid ya in the streets
Control your tongue or face violent consequences
It's so optional, but I will be logical
It is your choice, but I will be reasonable
'Cause when I lodge at you, it's not hospital
If I attack you, it will not end well for you
Operating poppin' them hot slugs outta your abdominal
Shooting and killing you
Now your momma got a funeral attending
Your mother has to attend your funeral
Just for mentioning Obie Trice the Henchmen
Just for speaking my name
All I wanna do is make music and "bench" man
All I want to do is create music and excel
"Get my weight up" the same shit that Jay said
I want to increase my profits, just like Jay-Z talked about
If you hate up, the AK's is sprayin'
If you hate on me, violence will ensue
Motherfuckers ain't playin'!
People are serious and not joking around
That's why I don't fuck with you cats
That is why I avoid spending time with you
'Cause this all wrap with y'all
Because all of your actions are fake
But this is not an act at all
But what I am doing is not fake
Run ya trap, get clapped and fall
Keep talking and you will get hurt
Spread rumors receive malignant tumors
Spreading lies will hurt you in the end
Don't confuse music with us choosin'
Do not conflate the entertainment industry with our actual lives
Adhesive patches won't cover the bruise
Little fixes will not hide major problems
Channel Two anchors won't cover the news
News stations will not report on everything
They never give a fuck when it's beef between crews
They do not care when rappers are feuding
All I know is Obie paid his dues
I have worked hard to get to where I am
Made his moves and bitch niggas hate the truth
I have made my own path, and haters cannot accept it
They rather see me laid in that body booth
They would prefer me dead
Deep six, rotten so the rats undefined can chew
Buried and decaying so that scavengers can eat me
Your runnin' your jaws and that really sucks for y'all
You are talking too much and it will have negative consequences
Talk behind backs but never to him dawg
You talk about people behind their back, but not to their face
Wouldn't that irritate your boss?
Wouldn't that annoy you if someone talked behind your back?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: OBIE TRICE, DENAUN M. PORTER, MARSHALL B. III MATHERS, LUIS EDGARDO RESTO
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