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/
A Real 1
Tech N9ne Lyrics
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You should be accountable for the sins
You commit when behind the computer
I don't see why these mothafuckas don't get it, I'm livid
When a youngster trying to punk ya, like he wanna thump ya
But it's something he twitted
Tweeted, when the F.U.N. come ya done agreed it
When I'm heated
You don't wanna go to war with a thug who succeeded
I'm not, the bigger person in person this music grind stops
When niggas first in the cursin'
You're choosin' N9ne's block
57 jerkin' your curtain Missouri crime dot
Both workin' turfs I be lurkin'!
In case ya be, in a bit of hate and you wake
And become an enemy the date should be late
With the brotha's memory, the Yates, nobody's safe, its how its finna be
You said that your gonna rape my daughters then cut their arteries?
Would a father be honored? We'd be slobbering to cut your water streams!
Nigga, so while you hidin behind yo' tweets
I be findin out yo' street
Cause all that flyin out yo' beak, nigga
I'm a real one, rhyme without no beat
Say "Fuck N9ne!" and I'll go weak, you just lyin out yo' teeth nigga!
I can only take so much
Why don't you think if you threaten me then I'll bust
It'd be different if you stepped to me then get touched
I get a little bitter, we be beefin' on Twitter, I'm bigger
A REAL ONE! Ain't nobody iller
Don't make me call on my guerillas
Cause what ya say might leak through
Watch what you say when you speak to
A REAL ONE! And ain't nobody realer
If I'm hurtin' then you can feel a nigga, who's inside out
Think about we'll be comin at ya' mouth
If ya doubt, I'm a Real one
JL B. Hood
As real as they come, been me since day won
Good heart in my chest, good smoke in my lungs
Good head on my shoulders, stand in front of my soldiers
Never let anyone hold us, think back when a wiseman told us
That "Life ain't about the destination, it's the journey,"
Fulfill one mission, get a new vision, this envision burning
Maintain determined, distinguish gentlemen with a regular person
Energy over my veins, got my things hangin' I'm turnin'
Run with a Strange gang and I'm certain
They get things changed in that verdict
Lifted, DIBKIS nigga hundred percent
Of it all real if he comin at me sideways
Thinkin' that I will not kill, you trippin'
Been like that ain't, nothin' different
In a position throne like I'm sittin'
Can't get pissed with consistent dissin'
Fuck that, where they do that at, see a nigga act unchristian
I'm unstable, just ask Krizz then
When I flip, so it get to sic'n
Niggas ain't takin' food up outta my kitchen
I'm aiming at you, cowards
Don't stand in the way, get devoured
That's word to Jesse Deuce Howard
I can only take so much
Why don't you think if you threaten me then I'll bust
It'd be different if you stepped to me then get touched
I get a little bitter, we be beefin' on Twitter, I'm bigger
A REAL ONE! Ain't nobody iller
Don't make me call on my guerillas
Cause what ya say might leak through
Watch what you say when you speak to
A REAL ONE! And ain't nobody realer
If I'm hurtin' then you can feel a nigga, who's inside out
Think about we'll be comin at ya' mouth
If ya doubt, I'm a Real one
JL B. Hood
Extensive time on these lines
Obsessive with mine, and I rhyme
Express what I find, when I'm tryna access my mind
I'm here with Tech, Tech, Tech N9NE!!!
If that upsets you then fine
Too sensitive, busy cryin, nigga bout' to get left behind
Expensive wine on the table
In the atmosphere of a winner
Celebratin' that I'm drinkin' like fuck it I'm on a bender
Havin' the time of my life hope I sober up and remember
Keep it all Strange, brody, and its only gonna get bigger
Tech N9ne
Animosity, we don't need it
But the botchery in your tweet it
Really bothered me cause your seated
Hell up off of me or delete it
But its irkin' me cause you said it
Wasn't givin' a fuck when you read it
If all of you mothafuckas was accountable
For givin the negative all of it would be debted, dead
So watch that evil shit you spread
I'm a real one so I feel some hurtin' pain then I go shed
Yeah, so don't back off when I respond
And take yo cap off when I go Nam'
So when you jackoff I'm on yo lawn, mothafucker!
I can only take so much
Why don't you think if you threaten me then I'll bust
It'd be different if you stepped to me then get touched
I get a little bitter, we be beefin' on Twitter, I'm bigger
A REAL ONE! Ain't nobody iller
Don't make me call on my guerillas
Cause what ya say might leak through
Watch what you say when you speak to
A REAL ONE! And ain't nobody realer
If I'm hurtin' then you can feel a nigga, who's inside out
Think about we'll be comin at ya' mouth
If ya doubt, I'm a Real one
Tech N9ne
I'm a real guy. Just cause you made me a star
Don't make me a bigger person. When you say somethin disrespectful to me
I'm gonna react in the same way that a regular person
Would act on the street. It don't matter If you buyin' my records or whatever
I don't give a fuck. I don't give a fuck... I got feelings too
The lyrics to Tech N9ne’s song “A Real 1” express his frustration with people who hide behind their computer screens and say harmful things on social media. He feels that people should be held accountable for their actions and words, even online. He uses powerful imagery to describe his anger, saying that he will “go to war” with those who threaten or disrespect him. He emphasizes that he is a “real one,” meaning he is authentic and fearless in the face of adversity. He also includes a verse from JL B. Hood, who echoes Tech N9ne’s sentiments about staying true to oneself and not letting anyone bring you down.
The song is a call to action for people to think before they speak or write online. Tech N9ne is a successful rapper, but he emphasizes that fame does not make him immune to hurtful comments. He wants people to know that he has feelings, and that they should treat others with kindness and respect. Overall, the lyrics to “A Real 1” convey Tech N9ne’s fierce commitment to being true to himself and standing up for what he believes in, no matter the consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
You should be accountable for the sins
You are responsible for the wrongdoings
You commit when behind the computer
That you engage in online
I don't see why these mothafuckas don't get it, I'm livid
I am angry and frustrated that these people don't understand
When a youngster trying to punk ya, like he wanna thump ya
When a young person tries to intimidate or provoke you
But it's something he twitted
But it's something he tweeted
Tweeted, when the F.U.N. come ya done agreed it
When the consequences come, you have already agreed to them
Get a lump some you gonna need it
You will need a lot of money or resources
When I'm heated
When I am angered or upset
You don't wanna go to war with a thug who succeeded
You don't want to engage in conflict with someone who has overcome challenges and succeeded
I'm not, the bigger person in person this music grind stops
I am not a mature or forgiving person in real life, this music industry competitiveness ends
When niggas first in the cursin'
When people engage in offensive language or insults
You're choosin' N9ne's block
You are selecting Tech N9ne's territory or area of influence
57 jerkin' your curtain Missouri crime dot
Engaging in criminal activities and causing disturbance in Missouri
Both workin' turfs I be lurkin'!
Both of us operating in our respective territories, I am observing or monitoring
In case ya be, in a bit of hate and you wake
In case you have any animosity and you wake up
And become an enemy the date should be late
And become an enemy, you should be late to confront me
With the brotha's memory, the Yates, nobody's safe, its how its finna be
With the memory of my brother, Yates, nobody is safe, this is how it will be
You said that your gonna rape my daughters then cut their arteries?
You threatened to sexually assault my daughters and harm them
Would a father be honored? We'd be slobbering to cut your water streams!
Would a father be pleased? We would eagerly harm you in return!
Nigga, so while you hidin behind yo' tweets
So, while you hide behind your tweets
I be findin out yo' street
I will find out where you live
Cause all that flyin out yo' beak, nigga
Because all that talking you do
I'm a real one, rhyme without no beat
I am an authentic individual, I can rap without any musical accompaniment
Say 'Fuck N9ne!' and I'll go weak, you just lyin out yo' teeth nigga!
You claim to dislike me, but it's just a lie you're telling
I can only take so much
I have a limit to what I can endure
Why don't you think if you threaten me then I'll bust
Why don't you realize that if you threaten me, I will respond aggressively
It'd be different if you stepped to me then get touched
It would be a different situation if you confronted me and faced the consequences
I get a little bitter, we be beefin' on Twitter, I'm bigger
I become slightly resentful, we engage in arguments on Twitter, I have a larger following
A REAL ONE! Ain't nobody iller
I am a genuine individual! There is no one more skilled or authentic
Don't make me call on my guerillas
Don't make me summon my group of loyal and fierce individuals
Cause what ya say might leak through
Because your words might have consequences or repercussions
Watch what you say when you speak to
Be mindful of your words when talking to me
And ain't nobody realer
And there is no one more genuine or authentic
If I'm hurtin' then you can feel a nigga, who's inside out
If I am in pain, you will experience the emotions of someone who is deeply affected
Think about we'll be comin at ya' mouth
Consider the consequences, we will confront you verbally
If ya doubt, I'm a Real one
If you have any doubt, I am an authentic and genuine individual
As real as they come, been me since day won
I have been true to myself since day one
Good heart in my chest, good smoke in my lungs
I have a kind heart and enjoy smoking
Good head on my shoulders, stand in front of my soldiers
I am intelligent and take responsibility for those who support me
Never let anyone hold us, think back when a wiseman told us
I never allow anyone to control or restrain us, I recall advice from a wise person
That 'Life ain't about the destination, it's the journey,'
That life is not solely about the end goal, but rather the experiences along the way
Fulfill one mission, get a new vision, this envision burning
Once one goal is accomplished, obtain a new perspective, this perspective is intense or passionate
Maintain determined, distinguish gentlemen with a regular person
Remain persistent, separate ourselves as honorable individuals among ordinary people
Energy over my veins, got my things hangin' I'm turnin'
I have energy flowing through my body, my belongings are with me as I change or evolve
Run with a Strange gang and I'm certain
I associate myself with the Strange Music group and I am sure of it
They get things changed in that verdict
They influence the outcome or decision through their actions
Lifted, DIBKIS nigga hundred percent
Elevated, doing it big, keeping it strange, a hundred percent
Of it all real if he comin at me sideways
It's all authentic if someone approaches me disrespectfully
Thinkin' that I will not kill, you trippin'
Thinking that I won't harm you, you are mistaken
Been like that ain't, nothin' different
I have always been like this, nothing has changed
In a position throne like I'm sittin'
In a position of power or authority, like I am seated on a throne
Can't get pissed with consistent dissin'
I can't let constant criticism anger or frustrate me
Fuck that, where they do that at, see a nigga act unchristian
Forget that, where does that behavior occur, witnessing someone act immoral
I'm unstable, just ask Krizz then
I am emotionally or mentally unsteady, just ask Krizz Kaliko about it
When I flip, so it get to sic'n
When I become angry or agitated, things get chaotic or intense
Niggas ain't takin' food up outta my kitchen
People are not going to take away what I have or harm my livelihood
I'm aiming at you, cowards
I am directing my focus or intention towards you, weak individuals
Don't stand in the way, get devoured
Don't hinder me, or you will be overcome or defeated
That's word to Jesse Deuce Howard
I am emphasizing or affirming this statement, paying homage to Jesse Deuce Howard
Extensive time on these lines
I spend a significant amount of time working on these lyrics
Obsessive with mine, and I rhyme
I am extremely focused on my craft and skill in rhyming
Express what I find, when I'm tryna access my mind
I convey what I discover or come across when I am trying to explore my thoughts
I'm here with Tech, Tech, Tech N9NE!!!
I am here as a collaborator with Tech N9ne
If that upsets you then fine
If that bothers or angers you, then so be it
Too sensitive, busy cryin, nigga bout' to get left behind
Being overly sensitive and occupied with crying, about to be left in the past
Expensive wine on the table
High-quality wine on the table
In the atmosphere of a winner
In an environment or setting of success
Celebratin' that I'm drinkin' like fuck it I'm on a bender
Enjoying and celebrating the fact that I am consuming alcohol excessively
Havin' the time of my life hope I sober up and remember
Having an amazing time, hoping that I will sober up and retain memories
Keep it all Strange, brody, and its only gonna get bigger
Maintain the Strange Music brand, my friend, and it will only continue to expand
Animosity, we don't need it
We do not require or desire animosity
But the botchery in your tweet it
But the negativity or offensive content in your tweet
Really bothered me cause your seated
Really bothered me because you are comfortable or complacent
Hell up off of me or delete it
Leave me alone or remove it
But its irkin' me cause you said it
But it is disturbing or annoying me because you said it
Wasn't givin' a fuck when you read it
You didn't care when you read it
If all of you mothafuckas was accountable
If all of you people were responsible
For givin the negative all of it would be debted, dead
For spreading negativity, it would all be resolved or eliminated
So watch that evil shit you spread
So be cautious of the harmful or negative things you promote
I'm a real one so I feel some hurtin' pain then I go shed
I am a genuine person, so I experience emotional pain and then release or express it
Yeah, so don't back off when I respond
So, don't retreat or back down when I reply
And take yo cap off when I go Nam'
And remove your hat as a sign of respect when I go to war
So when you jackoff I'm on yo lawn, mothafucker!
So, when you act aggressively, I am ready to confront you, motherfucker!
I'm a real guy. Just cause you made me a star
I am an authentic person. Just because you brought me success
Don't make me a bigger person. When you say somethin disrespectful to me
Doesn't mean I will become more mature. When you say something disrespectful to me
I'm gonna react in the same way that a regular person
I will respond in the same manner as an average individual
Would act on the street. It don't matter If you buyin' my records or whatever
Would act in a real-life situation. It doesn't matter if you purchase my records or anything else
I don't give a fuck. I don't give a fuck... I got feelings too
I don't care. I don't care... I also have emotions
Contributed by Isaiah T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.