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/
Believe
Tech N9ne Lyrics
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Where people are divided
Some who try to fight it got violence and it hurts
Damaged turf, put men at work so people could
manage personal demons and them it's worth
'Cause they give roadblocks and you're told
not to show at the vote box and go for the broslops
Wich in shows get the folks hot
is gotta be their old and cold pops
Racism is passed down and Gate gives them mad frowns
But how they live and laugh now should be
they bis and last sound from class clowns
People should be free to be together
Should be free to be whatever you can see that we can better
When we give respect is good in any language
People are the strangers, but we don't wanna see any anguish
When I see we free to be something, anything we see
All we gotta do is
B.E.L.I.E.V.E
They smell the fires burning
They hear us in the streets
And now the world in crumbling
They want us on our knees
So, that's why (That's why)
We all (We all)
Must stand (Stand tall)
For what?
For what we all believe
Yeah
Lost so many soldiers overseas
Over cheese
I was on my knees, and cowaiting by rain steady praying for the world to freeze
Little kid's gone, never did wrong
Look at him as a lens but he is strong
We should take notes
Why you wanna hate folks?
And hurt each other using color as the scapegoat
We all struggle to bubble we gotta huddle up
Different people together like in a shuttle bus
Trouble is double, double motto?
Your freedom is yours
Your free to explore
They speak in evil, you're free to ignore
Through these hells I freely see because I
B.E.L.I.E.V.E
They smell the fires burning
They hear us in the streets
And now the world in crumbling
They want us on our knees
So, that's why (That's why)
We all (We all)
Must stand (Stand tall)
For what?
For what we all believe
The lyrics of Tech N9ne's "Believe" describe the current state of the world that is divided and broken. People fight against each other, and violence only worsens the situation. The song suggests that it's time to take the responsibility and deal with the personal demons because they're worth it since they help us get through the roadblocks. Tech goes on to say that racism is passed down from generation to generation, but we should all be free to be together and to be whatever we want to be. The song urges the people to have respect and come together as one, any language they may speak, and avoid any pain in their society. When we believe that we all belong together, we can overcome anything and everything.
The chorus of the song discusses how the world is crumbling, and people are trying to push us down to our knees, but we must stand tall for what we all believe. Tech N9ne further mentions how many soldiers have lost their lives overseas for minor issues. He also spoke of his prayers for the world to freeze to avoid any more conflicts. He goes on to mention the significance of different people coming together like in a shuttle bus, and the struggle they all face as human beings. He concludes by saying we are all free to do what we like as long as we don’t harm other people, and that peace can only be achieved if we all believe in coming together.
In conclusion, Tech N9ne's "Believe" is a testament to coming together, being respectful and tolerant of our differences. Only when we can put aside all our differences and believe in unity, can we work towards achieving peace and a better world.
Line by Line Meaning
Welcome to planet Earth
A statement welcoming and introducing the listener to the current world we live in.
Where people are divided
An observation that despite being on the same planet, humanity is divided by a number of factors such as race, politics, and religion.
Some who try to fight it got violence and it hurts
Violence is a common response to the divisions, but it ultimately causes more pain and damage to individuals and communities.
Damaged turf, put men at work so people could manage personal demons and them it's worth
The consequences of violence and division include damaged communities that require individuals to confront their own personal demons and work to overcome them.
'Cause they give roadblocks and you're told not to show at the vote box and go for the broslops
Others try to prevent progress by putting up roadblocks and creating systems that discourage participation in democracy and civic engagement.
Wich in shows get the folks hot, what do you suppose locked the shows rock is gotta be their old and cold pops
Divisive rhetoric and practices are often passed down through families and perpetuate hate and bigotry.
Racism is passed down and Gate gives them mad frowns
Racism is perpetuated across generations and it deserves disapproval and rejection.
But how they live and laugh now should be they bis and last sound from class clowns
People should not be judged by stereotypes or appearances, and their current state of joy should be the loudest and proudest expression of their worth.
People should be free to be together
People should have the freedom to interact and collaborate with others without any discriminatory factors interfering.
Should be free to be whatever you can see that we can better
Individuals should have the freedom to choose their own destiny and contribute to a brighter future for humanity.
When we give respect is good in any language
Respect is a universally valued trait that should be given freely to all individuals.
People are the strangers, but we don't wanna see any anguish
In a world full of differences, people should not feel like strangers and we should work towards eliminating any unpleasant emotions that arise from those differences.
When I see we free to be something, anything we see
When individuals are free to pursue their goals and dreams, society as a whole benefits from their unique contributions and ideas.
All we gotta do is B.E.L.I.E.V.E
Believing in ourselves and the potential of humanity is the key to overcoming divisions and working towards a brighter future.
They smell the fires burning
An image of chaos and destruction to emphasize the current state of the world.
They hear us in the streets
Protests and activism have become a widely-used tool of effecting change and making voices heard.
And now the world in crumbling
The state of the world is highly concerning and requires urgent action.
They want us on our knees
The powers that be expect and demand submission from the masses, which must be challenged.
So, that's why (That's why)
The previous lines have established the urgency of the situation and the importance of taking action.
We all (We all)
The struggle to overcome divisions and work towards a better world is a universal endeavor that affects everyone.
Must stand (Stand tall)
Standing up for what's right and chasing a better future requires courage and fortitude.
For what? For what we all believe
The reason for taking a stand is the collective belief that the world can be made better by working together and breaking down divisions.
Yeah Lost so many soldiers overseas Over cheese
A commentary on how wars fought for profit and greed have taken countless lives and led to widespread devastation.
I was on my knees, and cowaiting by rain steady praying for the world to freeze
The sense of despair and helplessness often felt when faced with a world in turmoil.
Little kid's gone, never did wrong Look at him as a lens but he is strong
The innocence and vulnerability of children are often overlooked, but they possess a resilience and strength that deserves to be applauded and protected.
We should take notes Why you wanna hate folks?
An encouragement to learn from past mistakes and shift the focus towards empathy and understanding rather than hate and prejudice.
And hurt each other using color as the scapegoat
Using superficial differences such as skin color as a reason for animosity perpetuates division and distracts from the real problems faced by humanity.
We all struggle to bubble we gotta huddle up, Different people together like in a shuttle bus
The problems faced by humanity are universal and require cooperation and unity among diverse groups.
Trouble is double, double motto?Your freedom is yours Your free to explore
The issues faced by humanity can be doubled or multiplied but the freedom to explore and achieve is always present, contributing to the important agreement of universal rights.
They speak in evil, you're free to ignore Through these hells I freely see because I B.E.L.I.E.V.E
Ignoring people who only focus on negative things can be beneficial, and by believing in oneself and the strength of human spirit, difficult times can be faced properly.
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