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/
Flash / Your Descent
Tech N9ne Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Gotta tell em naw, sometimes
Sit up in the record store
Seven hundred fans, man, every one signed.
And it gets so hard telling em all please try to form one line
With the player-haters combined,
I don't think you know
How much of a strain it's been
It's insane
But I wouldn't give up a thang
I live with the pain
And resort to brain trippin'
I need a little release,
Something to stop my rage
I really need me a moment of peace
So baby girl wanna step on stage
(Flash)
Like its mardi gras
(Flash)
Girl take off your bra
(Flash)
Talking to all of y'all
(Flash)
This is a party call
(Flash)
This song ain't about your
(Ass)
But I really love it when you
(Pass)
If you with me we can
(Smash)
My baby doll!
(2x)
I really love it,
I can see them from the front row to the back
And it's beautiful, I've imagined this
Since I was a youth, now that I'm
Old enough
Girls that are
Swole enough
Grab your shirt
Roll it up
Even if you an A-cup girl, we can still play touch
If you a B and C cup, girl I bet you could make me erupt
D Cups, be the ones that are driving me nuts
Big breasts never trouble me
If you packin the double D,
Let everyone S double E
Angelina Jolie, let me see those
Beautiful babies I'm all about the tedos
Miss Jackson packin them holy Toledo
Missed the flash cause I didn't have Tivo
Ask me who's finer, player I'mma yell Tyra
Little sick in the head, still got the magazine of Elvira
Life is so grand, when you got yo fans
Blasting off they shirts, flashing their Lindsay Lohans
I got a pocket full of Trojans,
We can all get nasty if you flash me baby,
You know the program
Chorus (2x)
Girls in the back, come to the front
Cause we in need of cleavage
And I've been looking at you,
Yep, you and your home girl
Let me see both of them, now grab a hold of them
Look at what you're doing to me
Now grab a hold of him
Ah, such a nice sensation
You know the dogs been waiting
For you to quickly take off your Vickie
And show me your augmentation
Silicone or saline,
Either way puts me in a day dream
Talking about it gets me way steamed
Baby girl, this regime
When you see me, baby lift it up
Thinking I'm gonna miss it, nigga, what?
If I miss one (back it up)
(stit elur eht dlrow)
Tig ol' bitties lady
From city to city crazy
Here's your instructions:
Show me them titties baby!
Chorus (2x)
Traveling for miles and miles
Girls gone wild love this peculiar style
So in order for us to get our head right
We need all you ladies
To turn on your headlights
Flash
Tech N9ne's song "Flash/Your Descent" is a track that describes the daily life of a famous rapper. The song starts off by Tech N9ne describing the stress he goes through when performing in front of hundreds of fans. Despite the excitement of having a big fan base, he still finds it strenuous when everyone is vying for his attention. The player haters only add to the burden. Tech N9ne admits that the success he has achieved comes with pain, yet he would not give any of it up. He then seeks a temporary release from the daily grind and welcomes the girl who steps forward to the stage to "flash" her breasts at him, which is where the chorus comes in.
The second verse begins with Tech N9ne describing his obsession with big breasts. He requests for girls in the back to come to the front and show off their breasts. He adds that it does not matter whether they are real or fake, he is not one to discriminate, as he loves them all. The rapper goes on to ask the ladies who have silicone or saline breast implants to show them off. The song ends with Tech N9ne hyping the crowd, requesting them to flash their headlights.
Line by Line Meaning
Show day is stressful, everybody wanna call,
Performing can be overwhelming with hundreds of requests and phone calls.
Gotta tell em naw, sometimes
Sometimes you need to set boundaries, even if it disappoints people.
Sit up in the record store
Takes a moment to rest and collect oneself.
Seven hundred fans, man, every one signed.
Feels grateful for every fan and their support.
And it gets so hard telling em all please try to form one line
Trying to keep order and avoid chaos can be tough.
With the player-haters combined,
Having to deal with haters can add to the stress of being a performer.
I don't think you know
It's hard for people to understand the pressures of performing until they experience it first-hand.
How much of a strain it's been
The work of performing and managing one's career takes a toll.
I can't explain
It's hard to find the words to express the feelings of stress and pressure.
It's insane
The level of stress and pressure can push someone to the brink of their mental and emotional limits.
But I wouldn't give up a thang
Despite the stress, Tech N9ne is dedicated to his career and would not give it up.
I live with the pain
Tech N9ne has learned to cope with the stress and pressure of his career.
And resort to brain trippin'
Sometimes, Tech N9ne needs an escape from his stress, but doesn't turn to drugs or alcohol for relief.
I need a little release,
Looking for a way to cope with stress and pressure constructively.
Something to stop my rage
Strives to find peace and calm amidst the chaos.
I really need me a moment of peace
Tech N9ne seeks a break from the demands of his career and a moment of quiet.
So baby girl wanna step on stage
Finding clarity and calm when performing.
(Flash)
Starting a new section of the song.
Like its mardi gras
Encouraging a celebratory atmosphere like a festival.
(Flash) Girl take off your bra
Asking fans to participate and be free.
(Flash) Talking to all of y'all
Addressing fans directly and making a connection.
(Flash) This is a party call
Inviting fans to enjoy themselves and have fun.
(Flash) This song ain't about your (Ass)
Making it clear the lyrics are not objectifying women.
But I really love it when you (Pass)
Showing appreciation for fans and their participation.
If you with me we can (Smash)
A suggestive line showing participation is encouraged.
My baby doll! (2x)
End of the section.
I really love it,
Enjoys performing and interacting with fans.
I can see them from the front row to the back
Tech N9ne loves seeing fans engage with his performance.
And it's beautiful, I've imagined this
Tech N9ne remembers dreaming of performing and finds fulfillment in it.
Since I was a youth, now that I'm
Long-time dream of Tech N9ne since he was young.
Old enough
Tech N9ne is old enough to realize his dreams of performing.
Girls that are
Looking back at women who have participated in the concert.
Swole enough
Referencing women with muscular physique.
Grab your shirt
Suggesting fans to encourage and participate in the performance.
Roll it up
A way to create intimacy with the audience and create a fun, wild atmosphere.
Even if you an A-cup girl, we can still play touch
Tech N9ne is inclusive and appreciative of all fans and their participation.
If you a B and C cup, girl I bet you could make me erupt
Tech N9ne is flirting with the audience and being playful.
D Cups, be the ones that are driving me nuts
Tech N9ne has a preference for larger breasts.
Big breasts never trouble me
Tech N9ne finds beauty in all types of women, but does have preferences.
If you packin the double D,
Starting a new section.
Let everyone S double E
Encourages fans to get involved and go wild.
Angelina Jolie, let me see those
An indirect line encouraging fans to show their breasts.
Beautiful babies I'm all about the tedos
A playful line about appreciating breasts.
Miss Jackson packin them holy Toledo
Reference to Janet Jackson's Superbowl incident, encouraging fans to participate.
Missed the flash cause I didn't have Tivo
Reference to missing out on a moment of the performance, but not regretting it.
Ask me who's finer, player I'mma yell Tyra
Appreciating beauty and putting Tyra Banks on a pedestal.
Little sick in the head, still got the magazine of Elvira
Tech N9ne finds humor in certain things and isn't ashamed to admit it.
Life is so grand, when you got yo fans
Tech N9ne appreciates his fans and the experience of performing.
Blasting off they shirts, flashing their Lindsay Lohans
Appreciating fans who participate and make the experience fun.
I got a pocket full of Trojans,
Tech N9ne prefers to be safe and prepared.
We can all get nasty if you flash me baby,
Playful line encouraging audience participation.
You know the program
Encourages fans to participate and have fun.
Chorus (2x)
Repeating the chorus.
Girls in the back, come to the front
Encouraging audience participation.
Cause we in need of cleavage
Making light of the fact that the audience can help create a fun atmosphere.
And I've been looking at you,
Connecting with the audience and encouraging participation.
Yep, you and your home girl
Trying to engage as many women as possible.
Let me see both of them, now grab a hold of them
Encouraging women to be free and participate.
Look at what you're doing to me
Tech N9ne finds humor and enjoyment in the situation.
Now grab a hold of him
Encouraging more audience participation.
Ah, such a nice sensation
Enjoyment at the situation and closeness with audience.
You know the dogs been waiting
Playful line with double meaning involving dogs and a show of closeness and trust with female audience members.
For you to quickly take off your Vickie
Asking the audience to participate more.
And show me your augmentation
Tech N9ne likes to see audience participation and does not judge their choices.
Silicone or saline,
Tech N9ne doesn't judge participants for their choices regarding their body.
Either way puts me in a day dream
Tech N9ne enjoys seeing the audience and appreciates them for their participation.
Talking about it gets me way steamed
Tech N9ne finds humor in the situation and enjoys being playful with his audience.
Baby girl, this regime
Connecting with the audience and encouraging them to join the fun.
When you see me, baby lift it up
Encouragement for audience participation.
Thinking I'm gonna miss it, nigga, what?
Playful line encouraging audience participation and not missing out.
If I miss one (back it up)
Tech N9ne is all about the audience participating and backs them up.
(stit elur eht dlrow)
Reversing the words in a playful way.
Tig ol' bitties lady
Referencing large breasts in a playful and appreciative way.
From city to city crazy
Tech N9ne enjoys touring and performing in different cities.
Here's your instructions:
Directly urging audience participation and giving advice how to do so.
Show me them titties baby!
Another playful line encouraging audience participation.
Chorus (2x)
Repeating the chorus.
Traveling for miles and miles
Touring, a travel-heavy aspect of the performer's career.
Girls gone wild love this peculiar style
Tech N9ne appreciates fans who participate in his concerts and are willing to have fun.
So in order for us to get our head right
Tech N9ne finds release from stress and pressure when fans participate.
We need all you ladies
Encouraging everyone to participate.
To turn on your headlights
A double meaning encouraging audience participation and being playful.
Flash
Ending the song.
Contributed by Josiah Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.