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
Stay About it
Obie Trice Lyrics
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[Obie Trice]
Obie Trice, nigga! Stat Quo! Welcome to Shady my nigga!
Congratulations, another nigga out the hood!
I'll vouch for ya, lets go, nigga!
[Hook: Stat Quo] + (Obie Trice)
Gettin' cheddar fuck the law
Stay on ya feet and never crawl
STAY BOUT IT!
(This is for my niggaz and my hoes)
(keep ya head up fuck ya foes)
(get ya bread up to ya nose)
(Over Corwd It)
[Verse 1-Obie Trice]
My name is O and to the be-I-E
Trife life, entety
Envy me, injuries
Niggaz who pretend to be
Gangs-tah, nigga you's a fake-ah
Gettin' money maj-ah, nigga you can hate if it's ya nate-ch-ah (nature)
Never stop gettin' paper though
All that 'cho, just waitin' on a ho
Gotta raise cocoa, put her in grade-A schools where asians go
Amazing, two years retro, and in a vacant home where the aafes sold
Now a nigga's on the road, sellin' out major shows, hate me hos
Never would have fathomed that
Big lipped nigga from school Craft
Have access to the masses
Now they sweatin' them backstage passes
Try to give a nigga ass, cause I roll with a gangsa style
Where was you at when I was on the ave, tryin' to get cash up/ (BIATCH!)
[Hook]
[Mini Hook] [Olivia Singing]
I am so alive! [Obie Trice-Gotta get that money man, and ain't a thang funny man]
I am so high! [Obie Trice-You rollin' up that skunk, I'm off that crunk juice, punk]
And I spy I feel so alive [Obie Trice-Shit, I gotta get that money man, and ain't a thang funny man]
And I am so high [Obie Trice-Liven up, then hit that ATL on'em]
[Verse 2-Stat Quo]
S-T-A-T-Q-you-O
With the awkward flow from the AT, do
Wrist 'fo too cold, he swole, he roll, fo' sho' he gettin' plenty hos
Ridin' fled, by my grip
GMM, that's my clique
Fresh fit, new kicks
I'm the shit, might see me wit
Yo bitch, on the strip
Super slick, hate on me eat a dick
Born to get plenty chips
Is he rich, damn right, every day
Every night, motherfuckers can't see me, bibi
I made this look so easy
Signed with E & D the recipe, how can you not love it
Tipsy off that hennesy, and other types of bubbly
[Hook]
[Mini Hook] [Olivia Singing]
[Verse 3-Obie Trice]
Obie keep a couple hoes, tokin' on that okie-do
Dick up in they ass so them hoes know they gotta smoke
They know O, ain't for jokes, that's fo' sho
So they try to hold on, as long as possible like a rodeo
I mean that that dick do so much damage
That Obie's not that average, so you gotta pardon me, I'm so savage
Gotta lot of bitches wantin' marriage
What bitch who? horse in a carrage
No bitch that's not obie's status
Gotta know my apparatus
Pimp, no food stamps, no pampers, no lips
Strictly prophalactics inside these oversized mag-anums
When I'm dickin' down these actresses then
Cut'em like John Singleton, in a matress askin' him when they seein' him again
[Hook]
[Mini Hook] [Olivia Singing]
[Obie Trice-Liven Up To Get'em (echoed)]
The song Stay About It by Obie Trice featuring Olivia and Stat Quo is a motivational track that encourages the audience to persevere and stay focused on the hustle. The hook, "This is for my bitches and my dogs, getting cheddar fuck the law, stay on ya feet and never crawl, stay about it" communicates a message of staying committed to the pursuit of wealth and success regardless of the obstacles. The verse by Obie Trice highlights his background in the streets and how far he has come. He raps about how he never stops chasing the money and that he is now on the road, selling out major shows while his haters are trying to bring him down.
Stat Quo's verse is about living the good life after finding financial success. His lyrics express the pride that comes with gaining wealth, and he boasts about the glamorous perks that come with his newfound lifestyle. Olivia contributes to the song with a brief chorus that is centred around the theme of feeling alive and high.
Stay About It is a reflection of the Shady Records era in which Obie Trice's music thrived. Like most hip hop songs of this period, the song contains potent language and candid references to drugs and sex. But beyond the explicit lyrics, the song's message of staying committed to your hustle and grinding until you make it still resonates with many people.
Line by Line Meaning
Obie Trice, nigga! Stat Quo! Welcome to Shady my nigga!
Obie Trice and Stat Quo introduce themselves and welcome their listeners to Shady Records.
Congratulations, another nigga out the hood!
They congratulate another individual for making it out of the neighborhood that trapped them.
I'll vouch for ya, lets go, nigga!
Obie Trice assures his listenership that he believes in their ability to succeed.
This is for my bitches and my dogs
This song is dedicated to both men and women who strive to prosper in poverty-stricken environments.
Gettin' cheddar fuck the law
Desperate times call for desperate measures; they will not let any law stop them from providing.
Stay on ya feet and never crawl
In the face of adversity, perseverance is key to overcoming obstacles and making progress.
STAY BOUT IT!
In conclusion, in order to fulfill their dreams, they must remain persistent and determined.
My name is O and to the be-I-E
Obie Trice introduces himself to his audience with a play on his name.
Trife life, entety
Obie Trice has lived the street life so often that it has become his identity.
Envy me, injuries
The lifestyle he has chosen has made him a magnet for critics and enemies.
Niggaz who pretend to be
There are individuals in this industry who do not adhere to their authentic selves.
Gangs-tah, nigga you's a fake-ah
Individuals who identify with gangster culture, but are not hardcore or genuine, are considered frauds in this space.
Gettin' money maj-ah, nigga you can hate if it's ya nate-ch-ah (nature)
Obie Trice recognizes that not everyone is capable of accumulating wealth and is aware that some may struggle with the success of others.
Never stop gettin' paper though
Despite the animosity from peers, one should never stop chasing their financial goals.
All that 'cho, just waitin' on a ho
This line is considered to be an insignificant filler that does not contribute to the overall message of this lyrical acquisition.
Gotta raise cocoa, put her in grade-A schools where asians go
Spending money on one's family, friends, and community is critical to a solid and enduring support network.
Amazing, two years retro, and in a vacant home where the aafes sold
Obie Trice reflects on how far he has come and how far he has to go, thanks to his ability to profit from his surroundings.
Now a nigga's on the road, sellin' out major shows, hate me hos
Finally, he is on the road to success, filling up arenas and acquiring a lot of money and fame while still facing critics.
Never would have fathomed that
Obie can't believe that he has come this far.
Big lipped nigga from school Craft
Obie is accurately describing himself.
Have access to the masses
Obie Trice has the luxury to an enormous audience, thanks to his performance talent.
Now they sweatin' them backstage passes
Fans are trying to score backstage passes, and it has become a sought-after item.
Try to give a nigga ass, cause I roll with a gangsa style
Groupies are feeling Obie Trice's gangster style and are trying to entice him sexually.
Where was you at when I was on the ave, tryin' to get cash up/ (BIATCH!)
Obie Trice asks what happened to all the people who didn't want to help him, but now that he is successful, they are coming back around.
I am so alive!
Olivia sings about feeling alive when she hears music.
I am so high!
Olivia is under the powerful influence of drugs.
And I spy I feel so alive
She states that she feels more alive than ever, even though she's under the influence of drugs.
Liven up, then hit that ATL on'em
Obie encourages his followers to enjoy and get excited about life while doing what they love in Atlanta.
With the awkward flow from the AT, do
Stat Quo raps with an unfamiliar style from Atlanta.
Wrist 'fo too cold, he swole, he roll, fo' sho' he gettin' plenty hos
Stat Quo is describing himself as a very wealthy man who commands a lot of attention from women.
Ridin' fled, by my grip
Stat Quo is being chauffeured around in a luxury vehicle that he claims to own.
GMM, that's my clique
Grind time Music (GMM) is Stat Quo's business venture.
Fresh fit, new kicks
In this industry, image and reputation are critical, so it's important to be dressed well and have the latest sneakers.
I'm the shit, might see me wit
Stat Quo's success has given him a lot of confidence.
Yo bitch, on the strip
He has a lot of admirers on this street.
Super slick, hate on me eat a dick
Stat Quo claims to be highly skilled and encourages people to criticize him if they wish.
Born to get plenty chips
Stat Quo is a risk-holder and uses those risks to make him money.
Is he rich, damn right, every day
Stat Quo has a lot of money, and it's a daily thing for him.
Every night, motherfuckers can't see me, bibi
Every night, people try to find Stat Quo, but he's not that easy to locate.
I made this look so easy
Stat Quo made the process of obtaining his current status appear simple and effortless.
Signed with E & D the recipe, how can you not love it
Stat Quo appreciates the opportunities given to him by Eminem and Dr. Dre to be signed to their record label Shady Records.
Tipsy off that hennesy, and other types of bubbly
Stat Quo is under the influence of Hennessy and other alcoholic beverages.
Obie keep a couple hoes, tokin' on that okie-do
Obie Trice acknowledges having a couple of women, whom he also shares the act of smoking weed.
Dick up in they ass so them hoes know they gotta smoke
Obie Trice alludes to the importance of maintaining control over women by using his sexual desires as leverage.
They know O, ain't for jokes, that's fo' sho
The women or society, in general, should not take Obie lightly.
So they try to hold on, as long as possible like a rodeo
Women will try to hold on to Obie for as long as possible, acknowledging that he's desirable and entertaining.
I mean that that dick do so much damage
Obie Trice, satisfied with his own prowess, acknowledges that intercourse with him can cause women physical pain.
That Obie's not that average, so you gotta pardon me, I'm so savage
Obie Trice believes in his unique skill set and is willing to protect himself through his aggressive nature.
Gotta lot of bitches wantin' marriage
Obie has a lot of women who desire to be with him for the long-haul.
What bitch who? horse in a carrage
Obie disagrees with the concept of making a lifelong commitment to one woman.
No bitch that's not obie's status
He is clarifying that status.
Gotta know my apparatus
Obie claims to indulge in practicing safe sex at all times.
Pimp, no food stamps, no pampers, no lips
Obie is proud to be self-sufficient and not need any form of assistance.
Strictly prophalactics inside these oversized mag-anums
Obie uses jumbo-sized condoms only to prevent STDs and unexpected pregnancies.
When I'm dickin' down these actresses then
Obie's fame has given him access to women he finds attractive.
Cut'em like John Singleton, in a matress askin' him when they seein' him again
Obie has a short-lived relationship with these women, similar to how John Singleton abruptly cuts their scenes in his films.
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@JuiceboxxMusic
this is one of my favorite songs ever, no joke
@370ben370
Just rediscovered this one. Stat and Obie what a combo
@jessefortini4851
Is it just me.... or could this have been a smash radio single back then?
@leejinxter3465
I’ve just discovered this song ans I love it 🔥
@yesmyninja6850
easy
@jessefortini4851
Also...wish obie had made his second album, more Cheers Esque, with that classic shady sound. Would have sold more.
@TERRELLTURNER1999
@@jessefortini4851 Nah. If jimmy iovine actually put promotion behind Obie then trice it would've sold better
@jessefortini4851
100% agreed. Some Dre beats, more shady records features. 2nd rounds On Me was a major letdown from me, after LOVING Cheers. Would love to hear some unreleased tracks from the Cheers sessions.
@roycephantom4me
didnt know that was Olivia...damn G-Unit/Shady/Aftermath was the biggest buzz in hiphop ever
@sylviann28376
STILL PUMPING THIS IN 2023