Voc… Read Full Bio ↴Orange 9mm was a post-hardcore band from New York, United States
Vocalist Chaka Malik and guitarist Chris Traynor met in the New York hardcore band Burn, and began playing together as early as 1992. With an early version of Orange 9mm, the duo released a live EP in 1993. The recording earned the band a contract with East West, and after picking up bassist David Gentile and drummer Matthew Cross, Orange 9mm began recording. Driver Not Included was released in 1994, and the band spent time touring with Helmet before signing with Atlantic the following year. Gentile left later in 1995, and was replaced by Taylor McLam just after recording ended for Tragic, with production by Barkmarket's David Sardy. Tragic was released in 1996; it would be three years before Orange 9mm issued a follow-up, which bore the title of Pretend I'm Human.
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Tragic
Orange 9mm Lyrics
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Socializing and sticking lies in
Acting like nobody got a clue to the scenario
When the truth comes out they're scrambling
To dodge the ball
All of this none of it for any reason
You know who I'm taking about
They try to stick their keys into your brain,
Type of life that ends up tragic
Do you want to live, or do you want to die?
Talk a lotta shit is kinda like a suicide
You could spot them from miles and miles
Got their hand in your pocket and face with a smile
I could recollect a sucker trying to play me out
Putting words in my mouth
So he would get someone to dis me for what I'm about
But you know and I know if I got beef I shout
I'm getting sick of muthafuckers and their stupid habits
Type of life that ends up tragic, tragic
The song "Tragic" by Orange 9mm is about a person who is deceitful and manipulative. The song describes this person as a liar who pretends to be oblivious to what is going on around them. However, when the truth comes out, they try to avoid the backlash by avoiding responsibility. The singer mentions that they know exactly who they're talking about, indicating that this person is a recurring figure in their life.
The lyrics also explore the consequences of living a life filled with lies and deceit. The line "Type of life that ends up tragic" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the inevitability of negative outcomes for the person who constantly manipulates others. The song asks listeners to consider if they want to live an honest life or one filled with lies that will ultimately lead to destruction. The line "Talk a lotta shit is kinda like a suicide" suggests that this kind of behavior will eventually catch up with the person.
Overall, "Tragic" is a cautionary tale about the consequences of dishonesty and manipulation. The song urges listeners to be honest in their dealings with others and to avoid falling into the trap of deceitful behavior.
Line by Line Meaning
There's always one of them in the bunch
In a group of people, there's always one who is two-faced and spreads false information.
Socializing and sticking lies in
They interact with people while spreading lies and rumors about others.
Acting like nobody got a clue to the scenario
They act as if nobody knows what's going on, to support their lies and manipulation.
When the truth comes out they're scrambling
When their lies are exposed, they try to cover them up and run away from the truth.
To dodge the ball
They try to avoid any consequences for their deceitful behavior.
All of this none of it for any reason
All their actions are pointless and without a purpose.
You know who I'm taking about
The singer is addressing someone who is aware of these situations and people.
They try to stick their keys into your brain,
They try to manipulate and control your thoughts and beliefs.
But I think we kinda had it
The artist is not falling for their tricks and is tired of their behavior.
Type of life that ends up tragic
The lifestyle of these manipulative and deceitful people will only lead to a tragic end.
Do you want to live, or do you want to die?
The singer questions if these people want to continue living a toxic and harmful lifestyle or if they want to change.
Talk a lotta shit is kinda like a suicide
Spreading lies and negativity will only lead to their downfall, similar to how suicide is a self-destructive action.
You could spot them from miles and miles
These people are easily recognizable from a distance due to their behavior and actions.
Got their hand in your pocket and face with a smile
They pretend to be friendly and trustworthy while using you for their own benefit.
I could recollect a sucker trying to play me out
The singer remembers being targeted by one of these people who tried to manipulate and deceive them.
Putting words in my mouth
They try to twist your words to make you look bad and further their own goals.
So he would get someone to dis me for what I'm about
They try to turn others against you by spreading rumors and lies to make you look bad.
But you know and I know if I got beef I shout
The singer will confront these people directly and call them out on their behavior.
I'm getting sick of muthafuckers and their stupid habits
The singer is fed up with these people and their toxic behaviors.
Type of life that ends up tragic, tragic
The lifestyle of these manipulative and deceitful people will only lead to a tragic end.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHAKA MALIK HARRIS, CHRISTOPHER TRAYNOR
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