His tenth studio album, K.O.D., was released October 27, 2009. He has spent his illustrious career making sure he’s been grinding harder than the average rapper, and is the best selling artist out of his hometown. With nine solo albums and two powerhouse collaboration projects under his belt, the Kansas City MC’s flow is sharper and slicker than it’s ever been.
“This is another roller coaster ride,” explains TECH N9NE about the release. “When it came time for Sickology 101, I knew I wanted to do a collabo album based on the study of being sick. It’s a beginner’s course for people who don’t know how to be sick lyrically or how to choose sick beats. It all starts with beats because they tell me exactly what to do.” Epic beats from YoungFyre, Wyshmaster, Seven and Matic Lee set the stage for TECH N9NE to weave his introspective and sometimes roguish lyrics around.
Sickology 101 brims with stellar appearances from lyrical heavyweights. On the opening title track, TECH N9NE slays alongside Chino XL and Crooked I, pulling listeners into the Hip-Hop classroom for a lesson in murdering a beat. It’s a twisted vision forged on undeniable grooves and quixotic wordplay.
The single, “Nothin,’” is an inspiring, honest anthem that features Messy Marv and Big Scoob. Meanwhile, on “Midwest Choppers 2,” TECH N9NE and Krayzie Bone cruise to the depths of darkness. “Krayzie Bone came through and murdered it,” says TECH N9NE. “I modeled the song after movies. When you do a sequel, there has to be a bigger body count and more people have to die. ‘Midwest Choppers 2’ is Autobahn-style. It makes you want to speed.”
TECH N9NE’s inimitable flow and rhyming take center stage on solo tracks, including the haunting, hypnotic “Red Nose.” He doesn’t pull any punches on the vitriolic, YoungFyre-produced “Blown Away,” either. It’s an open letter to several prominent urban artists who refused to play before him at radio festivals despite his massive concert draw.
With hits like “I’m A Playa,” “Caribou Lou” (which boasts 7.2 million MySpace plays), “Riotmaker,” “Like Yeah” and “Everybody Move,” it’s no wonder TECH N9NE counts a total of over 4.5 million YouTube video plays and an average of 40,000 MySpace visitors each day. His success knows no limits. The July 2008 release, Killer, debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard Top Independent Albums chart and Number 12 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums chart. He did it all on his own. There was no major label — just TECH N9NE’s own record company, Strange Music. TECH N9NE’s tracks have appeared in films like Gang Related and Alpha Dog as well as various TV shows, and he recently made his motion picture debut in The Life of Lucky Cucumber alongside members of MTV’s “Jackass” crew.
It hasn’t been an easy road, but TECH N9NE soldiers on and he’ll never stop. “They call me devil worshipper because I’m different. I give you music for my core. They’re the people that put me over the million mark. I raise my middle finger to everybody who judges me because my core audience is there for me. They will always love me, but I’m trying to reach others, too. It’s not over. My music is supposed to be for everybody, but some people just don’t get it. This album is the result; swallow it. It’s middle finger music, all-day and all-night.”
TECH N9NE never stops bringing that music directly to his fans, constantly reinforcing his status as one of the hardest-touring rap acts in the business. In 2008, TECH N9NE performed over 200 shows and he doesn’t show any signs of slowing down in 2009. In April, TECH will head out in support of Sickology 101 and spend two months on the road, performing live for his rabid fans.
Sickology 101 is prepping the world for TECH N9NE’s next masterpiece, K.O.D. “I want people to know that I’m getting better and better and I’m a machine. I do these collabo albums to give the fans more. This is a bridge record to K.O.D. It’s the farewell to the TECH N9NE you’ve known lately. It’s getting darker. A lot of people might not be able to go to the place I’m going, but this place is my specialty.”
“I don’t need people to kiss my hand,” assures TECH N9NE. “I’m not trippin’ on status, and I’m not a narcissist when it comes to rap. It’s my heart and soul pouring onto the paper. I write my life and I can’t hold back. This is what I know.”
Origin: Kansas City, Missouri
Year Formed: 1991
Official Site: http://www.therealtechn9ne.com/
16. Tech N9ne
Tech N9ne Lyrics
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(Tech N9ne)
Don't nobody want it, we hella hot at the moment
We're coming for all opponents, it feel incredible don't it?
It really ain't a thang, who get 'em crazy goin' orangutan?
(Tech N9ne)
Look at 'em copy me, trying to get top of the boss with a lot of mediocrity
Tell me who is the one they call Chakratease?
(Tech N9ne)
It's been a wreck, been a debt
When a head-on collision was in effect from a Tech
The other side is accursed, they have a lot of 'regerts'
My creation is shakin' the planet Earth (We'll show)
Everybody better (Kneel down)
Any opposition (We'll drown)
So don't you make a mistake with the Yates
Cause his plan of escape - you better wait
Don't nobody want none (Don't nobody want none)
Don't nobody want none (Don't nobody want none)
Don't nobody want none (Don't nobody want none)
Don't nobody want none (Don't nobody want none)
(Tech N9ne)
The beat I broke
Never needed my chin hair to be thy goat
With the mic and my fight folks that peep my quotes
And try to stay say that we eat nice joke
(Tech N9ne)
The big man, the lift-hands and get fans
That pushing the poetry big as it can
Way up on the pedestal
Losing your lesson, just let it go
Killing so many, I might be federal
(Tech N9ne)
You're Paulina
Thinking dirty with your style, my style cleaner
Women all here by screaming just like I'm Alcina
Wanna go with the Scorpio, baby? I'll sting ya
Boo you, screw you too
Fool, you through
This how we do at the 'ZZou
Mizzou-zzou-zzou-zzou-zzou
'Zzou-zzou-zzou
'Zzou-zzou-zzou-Zzou-zzou-zzou-zzou
Don't nobody want none (Don't nobody want none)
Don't nobody want none (Don't nobody want none)
Don't nobody want none (Don't nobody want none)
Don't nobody want none (Don't nobody want none)
Wait a minute
Now the beat will style defeat
Will step into anybody faking and lay them down to sleep
Found a beast to give the people a sound to peep
How elite? Tecca Nina, we're outin' a feast
Yeah, another sucker lost tryna uppercut a boss
Wanna break it on me? I'll break a motherfucker off
Thinking that you could handle's a gamble
We lit as a candle, damn your clan look nothing but scandals
And taking the L
You facing to fail, shaking the whale
And you a snail awaking to hell
Baking your tail with the heat
The agony of defeat
Depravity and tragedy it had to be of a chief
Feed my technique and they come try to (Steal it)
But they cannot duplicate how I (Kill it)
Fakers will never compare to the (Realest)
Tech is a murderer giving it up till they (Feel it)
Don't nobody want none (Don't nobody want none)
Don't nobody want none (Don't nobody want none)
Don't nobody want none (Don't nobody want none)
Don't nobody want none (Don't nobody want none)
Don't nobody want none (Don't nobody want none)
Don't nobody want none (Don't nobody want none)
Don't nobody want none (Don't nobody want none)
Don't nobody want none (Don't nobody want none)
Boo you, screw you too
Fool, you through
This how we do at the 'ZZou
Mizzou-zzou-zzou-zzou-zzou
'Zzou-zzou-zzou
'Zzou-zzou-zzou-Zzou-zzou-zzou-zzou
Boo you, screw you too
Fool, you through
This how we do at the 'ZZou
Mizzou-zzou-zzou-zzou-zzou
'Zzou-zzou-zzou
'Zzou-zzou-zzou-Zzou-zzou-zzou-zzou
In "16", Tech N9ne is paying homage to all the DJs and dance crews around the world. He starts by acknowledging his current success and how he is coming for all his opponents. Tech N9ne then talks about those who try to copy him and his style, but they cannot match his greatness as the one and only Chakratease. The beat flows, and the lyrics continue to emphasize Tech N9ne's lyrical skills and how he stands out among other rappers.
The chorus of the song, "Don't nobody want none," represents Tech N9ne's confidence and how he does not want anyone to test him. He continues to mention his dominance and warns any opposition of what will happen if they do not fall in line. Tech N9ne invokes his hometown, Mizzou, in the outro of the song, claiming, "This how we do at the 'ZZou."
Line by Line Meaning
Dedicated to all the DJ's and dance crews all around the world
This song is a dedication to all the DJs and dance crews across the globe.
Don't nobody want it, we hella hot at the moment
We are currently on fire and nobody can match our level of success.
We're coming for all opponents, it feel incredible don't it?
We are planning to take on every contender, and it feels amazing.
It really ain't a thang, who get 'em crazy goin' orangutan?
Getting the crowd hyped up is a piece of cake, even monkeys can do it.
Look at 'em copy me, trying to get top of the boss with a lot of mediocrity
People are trying to copy me, but their mediocre attempts are only aiming to be second best.
Starting the properties, wanna get off in my monopoly
Others want to start a business similar to mine but I have the monopoly on it.
Tell me who is the one they call Chakratease?
Who is this person named Chakratease that they keep mentioning?
It's been a wreck, been a debt
Things have been rough and difficult.
When a head-on collision was in effect from a Tech
Tech N9ne's words were like a head-on collision.
The other side is accursed, they have a lot of 'regerts'
The opposing side is in a bad situation and has a lot of regrets.
My creation is shakin' the planet Earth (We'll show)
My creation is making a huge impact on the world.
Everybody better (Kneel down)
Everyone needs to show respect.
Any opposition (We'll drown)
Any opposition will be defeated.
So don't you make a mistake with the Yates
Don't mess with Tech N9ne.
Cause his plan of escape - you better wait
His plan for escape is something you should be wary of.
Now the beat will style defeat
The rhythm and style of the song will overpower and defeat anyone who tries to copy it.
Will step into anybody faking and lay them down to sleep
Anyone who tries to copy the song will be exposed and put to rest.
Found a beast to give the people a sound to peep
The song found a unique sound that people will love.
How elite? Tecca Nina, we're outin' a feast
Tech N9ne is proud of his elite status and is out to celebrate.
Yeah, another sucker lost tryna uppercut a boss
Another person tries to copy but fails to match the level of success.
Wanna break it on me? I'll break a motherfucker off
If someone tries to mess with me, I'll take them down.
Thinking that you could handle's a gamble
Thinking that you can match up to my level is a risky bet.
We lit as a candle, damn your clan look nothing but scandals
We are shining bright like a candle, but your group is only associated with scandals.
And taking the L
Taking the loss and not being able to keep up.
You facing to fail, shaking the whale
You are bound to fail and causing a disturbance.
And you a snail awaking to hell
You are slow and awakening to a bad situation.
Baking your tail with the heat
You will be punished severely.
The agony of defeat
The pain felt after losing.
Depravity and tragedy it had to be of a chief
The leader ended up causing tragedy and evil.
Feed my technique and they come try to (Steal it)
Other people try to copy my technique once it is successful.
But they cannot duplicate how I (Kill it)
Others can't match my level of success.
Fakers will never compare to the (Realest)
People who copy me will never match up to the original.
Tech is a murderer giving it up till they (Feel it)
Tech N9ne is killing it and giving fans the music they can truly feel.
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT
Written by: Aaron Dontez Yates, Michael Summers, Gerald Calliste
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@sebastianrivera3360
I am surprised at how calm his freestyle was. It contrasts his typical flow. Thumbs up
@berryindahouse
He has killed the beat!
@blkswrdsman
This is the best freestyle in this whole series.
@RealPhoeNix813
Tech is a beast
@bushidobrown71
damn who else freestyles over the funky drummer beat nowdays
@mightymikerocks
Very Smooth Words!!
@istoll93
He's promoting his album haha it's sick hearing it over another bear
@Mrkiller4952
This is on his Strangeulation album
@nicogranados-penza8105
What drum sample is that?
@nil4309
flow is impeccable