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've Been Slain
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]
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 "You've Been Slain" describe a violent scene in which the rapper is detailing the aftermath of a shooting. The opening lines "all I know is he was just there and somebody just shot 'em" sets the tone for the rest of the song, which goes on to describe the chaos and panic that follow the shooting. The rest of the lyrics add to the graphic imagery of the scene, with descriptions of a crowd of people staring in shock, children interrupting their play to catch a glimpse of the victim, and the futility of medical assistance as the injured person slowly succumbs to their wounds.
The rapper paints a vivid picture of the senselessness of gun violence and the impact it has on the community at large. The scene is one of despair and helplessness, with no one able to save the victim despite their best efforts. The lyrics are a commentary on the ongoing problem of gun violence in America, and the devastating effects it has on individuals, families, and communities.
Overall, "You've Been Slain" is a powerful and evocative song that speaks to the need for change and action against the destructive influence of gun violence.
Line by Line Meaning
You done caught a couple, you twisted on the side of the car
You were shot multiple times and are lying twisted on the side of the car
You got a crowd of motherfuckers in awe
There is a crowd of people staring at you in shock
You got bitches with they lips in they palm
Some women are covering their mouths in horror
Starin so hard, that you can not stay calm
People are staring at you so intensely that you're feeling uneasy
Everybody screamin [screaming]
Everyone is screaming in panic
Motherfuckers like 'don't touch that nigga dog, he might stop breathin' (breathin)
People are afraid to move you because they think it might kill you
Little children takin five minute intervals
Children are taking breaks from playing to watch you
In between playing time, to see ya layin down
During their breaks, they come to see you lying on the ground
You caught up in a cipher but you ain't rippin flow
You're lying there motionless, unable to speak or move
You ripped up from chest to navel
You were shot in the chest and stomach
Movin your limbs, you're just not capable
Even if you wanted to move, you wouldn't be able to
The way it's lookin like it ain't no savin you
It seems like there's no hope for you
You wanna talk, wanna scream out help though
You're desperate for help but can't speak
These motherfuckers can't help you
People around you can't do anything to save you
These motherfuckers ain't medical
None of the people around you are qualified medical professionals
These motherfuckers got Tylenol 3s, no IVs
All they have are painkillers, not life-saving medical equipment
Your chest start movin at a rate like pistons in the engine
Your chest starts moving rapidly as if it's a machine piston
Now you cryin out and bitchin
You start screaming and groaning in pain
It's like you drownin and you can't reach the surface
You feel like you're drowning and can't get air
While the blood's lopin out ya womb, makin ya nervous
You're losing a lot of blood and it's making you anxious
God damn this shit hurt and
You're in severe pain
One of your lungs done fell and that means curtains
One of your lungs collapsed and you don't have much time left
The ambulance arrive [siren]
An ambulance arrives at the scene
You got your thumb squeezin in between your four fingers tryin to stay alive (stay alive)
You're clinging to life, trying hard to stay conscious
And what you seein lookin dim even (dim even)
Your vision is blurring and becoming dark
You feelin like it's thirty below but it's the third season (third season)
You feel like it's freezing cold even though it's not winter
Pissed off 'cause ya hear the box beepin [beeping]
You're frustrated because you can hear the heart monitor beeping
You can't get that money, you stressed out leakin
You're worried about the medical expenses and also losing blood
Lookin like a freak show (freak show)
You look like a freak show, all mangled and bloody
While the thug cats freak they blacks starin at you to see slow (see slow)
Some people are staring at you slowly and curiously
What the fuck you in the streets for? The medical crew sides
Someone asks why you were on the streets and the medical crew agrees
They can see it in your eyes, you won't survive
The medical crew knows that you won't make it
But they play they part, 'cause they don't want the residents callin Problem Solvers
The medical crew tries to do their job properly to avoid complaints from residents
They throw you in the wagon and they problem's over
They put you in the ambulance and their job is done
They skirt out, to make the people at ease
They drive away quickly, trying to avoid disturbing the people around
But before reachin the 'spital, they can see you at ease
But before they reach the hospital, they can tell that you have died
You've been slain motherfucker ('fucker)
You've been killed, motherfucker
You've been slain (slain)
You're dead
Contributed by Natalie T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.