1) Tank (stylized as … Read Full Bio ↴There are mutliple artists with this name:
1) Tank (stylized as TANK) is the name of two British heavy metal bands, both of which stem from a band formed in 1980 by Algy Ward (ex-The Saints, ex-The Damned). The band's brand filthy metal was loved by both punk and metal fans. The original band is known as part of the new wave of British heavy metal movement. Tank was often compared to Motörhead as both bands were trios fronted by singing bassists, and played a loose, almost punk-styled metal music with often colourful lyrics. Lemmy, of Motörhead, helped them get their first record deal, and "Fast" Eddie Clarke was picked as producer for their debut album, "Filth Hounds of Hades". Heavily influenced by bands like Motörhead, they were a productive force of the NWOBHM movement, and are still making music in the 21st century. After legal and creative disputes, Algy Ward led one version of the group while guitarists Mick Tucker and Cliff Evans led the other (Tucker/Evans Tank).
2) Tank is the stage name of an American R&B singer, songwriter, musician, and producer, Durrell Babbs.
Tank was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on January 1, 1976 and he was raised in Clinton, Maryland, a suburb of Washington, D.C. Tank took an instant interest in singing and playing the piano, partially due to his alliance to religion — his cousin directed the church choir and helped the aspiring vocalist foster his singing talent from an early age. His stage name comes from his chiseled physique. A multi-sport athlete in high school, he had the opportunity to play college football. However, Tank decided to focus on music, and his talent eventually led him to an opportunity to sing background vocals for Ginuwine during one of Ginuwine's tours. Next, he found himself singing with Aaliyah and then Blackground Records founder Barry Hankerson, and his son (and company president) Jomo Hankerson took notice, offering Tank the opportunity to become a solo artist. In 2001, Tank realized his ambitions, seeing his debut album, Force of Nature, released to a national audience. This LP rendered the Top 10 R&B ballad, "Maybe I Deserve".
The next year, Tank released his second album, One Man. The single of the same name had chart success as well. He also co-produced the smash hit single "One Minute Man" by Missy Elliott in 2002.
Tank has also made a name for himself as a producer and writer, working with artists such as Dave Hollister, Marques Houston, Omarion, Jamie Foxx, Donell Jones, Monica among others. Along with The Underdogs, he has worked with many different artists over the years and was also a contributor to the score of the film adaptation of the musical Dreamgirls, in which he also had a cameo.
Tank sold what was to be the lead single to his 3rd album, "I Luv Dem Girls", to Marques Houston who renamed it "Strip Club" (this song appears on Marques Houston's 3rd solo album "Veteran"). Tank has recently worked on Kelly Rowland's second album Ms. Kelly on the tracks "The Show" (a duet with Tank himself) and "Ghetto" featuring Snoop Dogg. "Ghetto" is also set to be the album's second single.
Tank released his 3rd solo album entitled "Sex, Love & Pain" on May 15, 2007. The first single of this album is "Please Don't Go". Tank has also formed a group with Ginuwine and Tyrese named TGT. Their first single will be a remix of "Please Don't Go", with an international tour entitled "The Shirts Off Tour" and search for a fourth member to follow.
Tank, along with Tyrese, are set to perform in West Oakland at the Paramount Theater on November 2, 2007.
3) Tank Taiwanese (呂建中), is a talented singer composer. TANK was said to be the next big thing after David Tao, Lee Hom and Jay Chou for his talent in composing songs, singing and dancing. Before releasing his debut album, TANK was already well known through his composed songs for S.H.E. Besides that, he was also known through his songs, 三國戀 (Romance in the 3 Kingdom) and 給我你的愛 (Give Me Your Love) which both are the ending themes for two famous Taiwan drama series. TANK also is the spokesperson for computer game, "激戰" (GuildWars) and composed a song for the game.
Since then, "TANK" had became one of the most popular keyword among new artists to be searched in search engines.
While TANK was choosing songs to be fitted to his debut album, he had uploaded several songs and had set a poll on wretch.cc to be listened by his friends and let them vote for songs to be fitted in his new album. To his surprise, thousands of fans came to his blog to listen to his songs.
TANK's debut album, Fighting 生存之道 (Fighting, The Law of Living) is a fusion of Hip Hop, RnB, Rock and traditional Chinese music. The album has been on the Taiwan album sales chart (G-music chart) number 1 spot for 3 weeks beating Tank's own idol, A Mei, Guang Liang and Rainie Yang. He is now still charting in G-music chart and his album has sold over 100,000 copies in Taiwan to date.
4) Tank was also a project by the German producers Christopher von Deylen and Sören Schnakenberg. They produced 5 electronic music tracks and made a few remixes for other artists.
5) Tank is one of the many names under which Guy Blakeslee (Entrance) releases music.
6) Tank is a french melodic death metal band formed in 2007. They define their music as "tank metal". They only released a self-titled EP in 2007, featuring two songs : Tank and Brothers in Arms.
Line-Up:
Raf - Vocals
Symheris - Lead Guitar
Edd - Rhythm Guitar
Olivier - Bass
Reno - Drums
7) Tank is a South Korean rapper, and singer. He is best known for his song 159cm.
Race Against Time Part 2
Tank Lyrics
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In my race against time I, can't stop
Runnin' through the red light, livin' my life
Even if I'm gettin' too hot
I'ma keep runnin' through the red light, livin' my life
God, why the hell am I here?
Is it a blessin', or a painful lesson
Date of conception two twenty nine
I was birthed and won't be denied
Lookin' into these eyes
And witness lives' tragedies
The boy who made slaves out of men, that's me
For every lock there's a key
The only thing that ever made me click was "Cash Money"
So that I lust for
Be it one of my deadly sins
You know the seven
I got all of them deep within
Sometimes I slip, but you be there
Pick me up, now I'm on my knees like what's up
'Cause only in a world that's corruptin' the sick
Could you dare to look at my life and call it innocence
Got me to a better sense
Cause what's yours is mine
Hear me lord, I'm runnin' out of time
[Repeat: x2]
In my race against time I can't stop
Runnin' through the red light
Livin' my life
Even if I'm gettin' too high
I'ma keep runnin' through the red light
Livin' my life
Nobody cry for me
Cause I, want to see you smile for me
When I die look through my windows, to the soul
Tell me if you see Ja livin' to grow old
Cause too many niggas done died for what I hold
The talented warmer world
Which is so cold
Take me
Save me
Before I'm crazy
The only reason I live
Is for my baby
Never did you tell me that
Life ain't a game
Maybe if you told me this
Shit might be changed
But now I'm just racin' against time
Tryin' to survive
And see why
Y'all niggas drive over nigga's vibe
If you gonna live, know you gonna die
If you gonna steal, know you gotta lie
Get drunk and stay high
Don't de-nigga-ny
Cause they'll never take me alive
Feel me lord
I'm runnin' out of time
[Repeat: x2]
In my race against time I can't stop
Runnin' through the red light
Livin' my life
Even if I'm gettin too high
I'ma keep runnin' through the red light
Livin' my life
I fears no man
But when its time to go
I'm gone
Racin' through the darkness
Learnin' what's right from wrong
Lookin' for the light
But all I see is the night
When everything else is bright
What happened to my life?
Is this what I am?
Is this what I've become?
A nigga that don't give a fuck about nothin' and no one
Cold, even though I gotta burnin' desire within my soul
I must set this whole world on fire
If I control my destiny
Maybe one day I'll give this world the best of me
You know I never been one to judge right or wrong
I embraced and showed you love
Then I throw slugs
At the other side
Go get 'em in broad day light
What a nigga would give to live my life
You don't want it
Cause if you could get it you would try
Feel me lord
Ja has arrived
[Repeat: x4]
In my race against time I can't stop
Runnin' through the red light
Livin' my life
Even if I'm gettin' too high
I'ma keep runnin' through the red light
Livin' my life
My life
The lyrics to Tank's "Race Against Time Part 2" describe the struggles of the artist's life and his constant race against time. The first line of the chorus highlights this struggle as he keeps running through the red light even if he's getting too hot. The first verse begins with a deep thought questioning the purpose of life and its directions. He acknowledges his birth and how he won't be denied. He further speaks of having the seven deadly sins deep within him, and sometimes slipping, but he prays to God to pick him up. In the second verse, he speaks of his desire to live for his baby and gives us an insight into how he perceives the world. He fears no man, but he is only trying to learn what is right from wrong in his race against time. He is looking for the light, but all he sees is the night. He throws slugs at the other side, but in the end, he shows that he is here, and he has arrived.
Line by Line Meaning
In my race against time I, can't stop
I am always in a hurry, always doing something or going somewhere. I can't slow down.
Runnin' through the red light, livin' my life
I am reckless, taking risks and living life to the fullest. I might get into trouble but I keep going.
Even if I'm gettin' too hot
Even when I am feeling overwhelmed or stressed, I won't slow down.
God, why the hell am I here?
I question my existence and purpose in life.
Is it a blessin', or a painful lesson
I wonder if my life is a gift or a cruel fate.
Of life and its directions?
I am confused about where life is taking me.
Date of conception two twenty nine
I was born on February 29th and feel like a rare anomaly.
I was birthed and won't be denied
I was born with a strong will and determination to succeed.
Lookin' into these eyes
I am staring deep into my own soul.
And witness lives' tragedies
I have seen and experienced many hardships and struggles.
The boy who made slaves out of men, that's me
I have control and power over others and am ashamed of it.
For every lock there's a key
Everything has a solution, a way out.
The only thing that ever made me click was "Cash Money"
Money is the driving force behind my actions and decisions.
So that I lust for
Money is my addiction.
Be it one of my deadly sins
My love for money is a sin.
You know the seven
I am referring to the seven deadly sins.
I got all of them deep within
I feel guilt and shame for the sins I have committed.
Sometimes I slip, but you be there
I make mistakes but I know that God is there to pick me up.
Pick me up, now I'm on my knees like what's up
I pray for guidance and support when I feel lost.
'Cause only in a world that's corruptin' the sick
I blame the world for my sinful ways.
Could you dare to look at my life and call it innocence
I am far from innocent and my life reflects that.
Got me to a better sense
God has given me a new perspective and understanding.
Cause what's yours is mine
I am selfish and take what I want without regard for others.
Hear me lord, I'm runnin' out of time
I am feeling pressured and rushed to make something of my life.
Nobody cry for me
I don't want pity when I die.
Cause I, want to see you smile for me
I want people to remember me fondly and celebrate my life.
When I die look through my windows, to the soul
I want people to see the real me, beyond the superficial.
Tell me if you see Ja livin' to grow old
I am unsure if I will live long enough to see old age.
Cause too many niggas done died for what I hold
I have faced dangers and threats for what I believe in.
The talented warmer world
I have a gift to share with the world.
Which is so cold
Despite my talent, the world is cruel and unforgiving.
Take me
God, take me with you.
Save me
God, save me from myself.
Before I'm crazy
Help me before I lose my mind.
The only reason I live
My child is the reason I keep going.
Is for my baby
I love my child and want to provide for them.
Never did you tell me that
I wish someone would have warned me.
Life ain't a game
Life is serious and have real consequences.
Maybe if you told me this
Perhaps I could have avoided some of my mistakes.
Shit might be changed
My life could be different.
But now I'm just racin' against time
I am in a hurry to make amends and change my life.
Tryin' to survive
I am struggling to stay alive.
And see why
I want to know why life is so difficult.
Y'all niggas drive over nigga's vibe
People are insensitive and cruel towards one another.
If you gonna live, know you gonna die
Death is inevitable and should be accepted.
If you gonna steal, know you gotta lie
Dishonesty is often used to cover up wrongdoings.
Get drunk and stay high
Some people use drugs and alcohol to cope with life.
Don't de-nigga-ny
Don't deny your struggles and hardships.
Cause they'll never take me alive
I will not let anyone control or imprison me.
Feel me lord
God, hear me and understand me.
I'm gone
When my time comes, I am ready to leave this world.
Learnin' what's right from wrong
I am trying to better myself and become a better person.
But all I see is the night
I am lost and struggling to find my way.
When everything else is bright
Despite good things happening around me, I still feel lost.
What happened to my life?
I am questioning how my life has turned out.
Is this what I am?
I am unsure of who I am and where I am going.
Is this what I've become?
I am disappointed in myself and my actions.
A nigga that don't give a fuck about nothin' and no one
I have become apathetic and cold-hearted.
Cold, even though I gotta burnin' desire within my soul
Despite feeling lost, I still have passion and ambition.
I must set this whole world on fire
I want to make a difference and be remembered.
If I control my destiny
I believe that I am in control of my own fate.
Maybe one day I'll give this world the best of me
I want to leave a lasting impact on the world.
You know I never been one to judge right or wrong
I am not one to judge others or their actions.
I embraced and showed you love
I am capable of love and kindness.
Then I throw slugs
I am also capable of violence and aggression.
At the other side
I am not afraid to stand up for myself and my beliefs.
Go get 'em in broad day light
I will not back down or hide from my enemies.
What a nigga would give to live my life
My life may seem exciting to others but it is also full of struggles.
You don't want it
I wouldn't wish my life on anyone else.
Cause if you could get it you would try
If you knew what my life was really like, you might not envy it.
Ja has arrived
I have come into my own and found my place in the world.
Lyrics © Roba Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JEFFREY ATKINS, IRVING N LORENZO, ROBERT N MAYS
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