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
You
Obie Trice Lyrics
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[Verse - Obie Trice]
You done caught a couple, you twisted on the side of the car
You got a crowd of motherfuckers in awe
You got bitches with they lips in they palm
Starin so hard, that you can not stay calm
Everybody screamin [screaming]
he might stop breathin" (breathin)
Little children takin five minute intervals
In between playing time, to see ya layin down
You caught up in a cipher but you ain't rippin flow
You ripped up from chest to navel
Movin your limbs, you're just not capable
The way it's lookin like it ain't no savin you
You wanna talk, wanna scream out help though
These motherfuckers can't help you
These motherfuckers ain't medical
These motherfuckers got Tylenol 3s, no IVs
Your chest start movin at a rate like pistons in the engine
Now you cryin out and bitchin
It's like you drownin and you can't reach the surface
While the blood's lopin out ya womb, makin ya nervous
God damn this shit hurt and
One of your lungs done fell and that means curtains
The ambulance arrive [siren]
You got your thumb squeezin in between your four fingers
tryin to stay alive (stay alive)
And what you seein lookin dim even (dim even)
You feelin like it's thirty below but it's the third season (third season)
Pissed off 'cause ya hear the box beepin [beeping]
You can't get that money, you stressed out leakin
Lookin like a freak show (freak show)
While the thug cats freak they blacks starin at you to see slow (see slow)
What the fuck you in the streets for? The medical crew sides
They can see it in your eyes, you won't survive
But they play they part, 'cause they don't want the
residents callin Problem Solvers
They throw you in the wagon and they problem's over
They skirt out, to make the people at ease
But before reachin the 'spital, they can see you at ease
You've been slain motherfucker ('fucker)
You've been slain (slain)
[sound of heart monitor for 5 seconds and then flatlines]
The lyrics of Obie Trice's song "You" paint a vivid picture of a violent street scene in which someone has been shot. The narrative describes the aftermath of the shooting, with the victim lying on the ground as a crowd gathers around them. The lyrics convey a sense of helplessness and hopelessness, with the victim's injuries depicted as so severe that there is no chance of saving them. The ambulance arrives but it's too late and the victim ultimately succumbs to their wounds.
The lyrics also touch on the wider context of violence and social breakdown in the urban environment, with lines like "What the fuck you in the streets for?" suggesting a critique of the culture of violence that pervades some communities. The overall effect is a stark portrayal of the consequences of violence, both on the individual level and on society as a whole.
Overall, the lyrics to "You" are a powerful statement on the human toll of violence, and serve as a cautionary tale about the dangers of living in a world where violence is all too common.
Line by Line Meaning
All I know is, all I know is he was just there and somebody just shot 'em
I don't know much, but I know that someone shot you while you were just standing there
You done caught a couple, you twisted on the side of the car
You got shot and now you're lying on the ground next to a car
You got a crowd of motherfuckers in awe
A lot of people are gathered around you, amazed and shocked by what happened
You got bitches with they lips in they palm
Some women are covering their mouths in shock and horror
Starin so hard, that you can not stay calm
Everyone is staring at you so intensely that it's hard to remain calm
Everybody screamin [screaming]
People are shouting and crying out in panic
Motherfuckers like "don't touch that nigga dog, he might stop breathin" (breathin)
People are warning not to touch you, afraid that it may worsen your condition and you may stop breathing
Little children takin five minute intervals
Even kids playing nearby stop playing every few minutes to check on you lying there
In between playing time, to see ya layin down
They interrupt their playtime to see you lying on the ground
You caught up in a cipher but you ain't rippin flow
You're surrounded by a group of people, but you're not able to participate or rap, because you're hurt
You ripped up from chest to navel
The bullet has injured you deeply, from your chest to your stomach
Movin your limbs, you're just not capable
You're struggling to move your body, but you're too injured to do so
The way it's lookin like it ain't no savin you
It seems as though there's no way you can be saved from your injuries
You wanna talk, wanna scream out help though
You want to speak and ask for help, but you're unable to do so
These motherfuckers can't help you
The people around you are powerless to help you
These motherfuckers ain't medical
The people around you aren't medical professionals
These motherfuckers got Tylenol 3s, no IVs
The people around you only have painkillers, not the medical equipment needed to save you
Your chest start movin at a rate like pistons in the engine
Your chest is moving rapidly, almost like the mechanical parts of an engine
Now you cryin out and bitchin
You're in pain and crying out
It's like you drownin and you can't reach the surface
You feel like you're drowning and unable to surface for air
While the blood's lopin out ya womb, makin ya nervous
Blood is flowing out of your injury and making you feel nervous and scared
God damn this shit hurt and
You're in intense pain and agony
One of your lungs done fell and that means curtains
One of your lungs has collapsed, which is a bad sign for your survival
The ambulance arrive [siren]
The ambulance has arrived, indicated by its siren
You got your thumb squeezin in between your four fingers tryin to stay alive (stay alive)
You're trying to hold on to life, squeezing your thumb in between your fingers
And what you seein lookin dim even (dim even)
Your vision is getting blurry and dark
You feelin like it's thirty below but it's the third season (third season)
You're feeling extremely cold, as if it's below freezing, but it's actually a different time of year
Pissed off 'cause ya hear the box beepin [beeping]
You're frustrated and angry because you can hear the medical equipment beeping, indicating your poor condition
You can't get that money, you stressed out leakin
You can't earn money anymore because you're too injured and stressed out, and your condition is getting worse
Lookin like a freak show (freak show)
To others, you look like a freak show because of your injuries and state
While the thug cats freak they blacks starin at you to see slow (see slow)
Some thugs and gangsters are looking at you and taking pleasure in your pain, making fun of you
What the fuck you in the streets for? The medical crew sides
The medical workers are wondering why you're even in the streets, getting hurt like this
They can see it in your eyes, you won't survive
The medical workers know just by looking at you that you won't survive
But they play they part, 'cause they don't want the residents callin Problem Solvers
The medical workers do their job and try to save you, so that the residents won't call the media or other outside parties for help and create a problem or commotion
They throw you in the wagon and they problem's over
Once they put you in the ambulance, their responsibility and problem is over
They skirt out, to make the people at ease
They drive away quickly to prevent more people from gathering and causing panic
But before reachin the 'spital, they can see you at ease
Before they even reach the hospital, they can see that you've passed away
You've been slain motherfucker ('fucker)
You've been killed, slang for 'slain'
You've been slain (slain)
You've been killed and are no longer alive
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