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/
Great Night
Tech N9ne Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Give up that stuff, Bitch
Before the final destination we make a pit stop
To get keisha then who sits in the back twist crops
Every move a nigga make in the spot chicks watch
So it's very little tick tock to get bought
Start with Cadillac margaritas, the cat and that
It's the habit that scarred the nina
But I'm buzzin' shots by the dozen
Dare of the crew, Caribou Lou guzzlin'
It's on like a dome light
When you're tryin' to stuff a bong pipe and zone right
We hit the nation, makin' punani precipitation
And we only got three stipulations
Drink, smoke up and
Give up that stuff, Bitch
Smoke one, drink some, get done
Who do I resemble if I ain't ready and willin'
I'm packin' a pack of kill but I'm straight with bein' a villain
My bloody gear from yesterday's probably what I'm still in
But a party ain't a party 'till Strange is up in the building
Which is the way I murder a bitch I'm a Michael Vick
And it's obvious she wants Donemis told me she like to lick it
Said it was A-OK if you know the play I'mma stick it
I'm flippin' wicked my scheisse I get it while taking' whip-its
Dig it, I'm a shovel it's funny why try to play me
Get high as fuck then we fuck I would say we are tidal wavy
Bustin' right in your butt cause I know you don't want a baby
I'm half a mile from oblivion still nobody could save me
Drink, smoke up and
Give up that stuff, Bitch
Smoke one, drink some, get done
Rollin' with the fellas tippin' vow pull a chella
Two lips on the blizzy I flip I get busy
Couple of chicks with me, thick as a brick city
The liquor they sippin' on, pinker than Miss Piggy
Bright lights, little city the middy big trouble
Do me a dirty dozen deliver me six doubles
Indica strain Malcolm, Malcolm is in the middle
It's not the life all she about is that Jimmy Kimmel
I don't have no patience for Prima Donnas
But I'm havin' such a great night I'm bout to go easy on 'em
Marijuana meet my boss, get in line or give it time
But if you really want this shit to solidify baby you better
Drink, smoke up and
Give up that stuff, Bitch
The lyrics of Tech N9ne's "Great Night" featuring Ces Cru describe a night filled with drinking, smoking, and partying. The rapper talks about the night's events, including picking up girls, getting drunk, smoking weed, and satisfying sexual desires. Ces Cru's verse talks about his fearless attitude and his love for partying, regardless of the consequences. They both reinforce the idea that the party must go on and that everyone should give up their inhibitions, let loose, and have an unforgettable evening.
Despite the song's glorification of substance abuse and promiscuity, the song's message is not wholly negative. The night seems to bring a sense of unity between the rappers and their friends, and it is evident that they are having a great time. The lyrics also suggest that they are aware of the risks, as they warn others to be careful and practice safe sex. Additionally, the song encourages people to have a good time but not let their guard down completely.
Line by Line Meaning
Drink, smoke up and
Let's drink and smoke weed
Give up that stuff, Bitch
Quit using hard drugs, girl
Before the final destination we make a pit stop
Before reaching our destination, we make a stop
To get Keisha then who sits in the back twist crops
We're picking up Keisha who sits in the back and rolls weed
Every move a nigga make in the spot chicks watch
Girls watch every move we make
So it's very little tick tock to get bought
It doesn't take much effort to impress them
Start with Cadillac margaritas, the cat and that
We start with fancy drinks like Cadillac margaritas
Gargle beatas you stabbin' that heart or haul
We're drinking so much that our hearts might be affected
It's the habit that scarred the nina
Our drug habit has negatively affected us
But I'm buzzin' shots by the dozen
I'm drinking a lot and feeling the effects
Dare of the crew, Caribou Lou guzzlin'
We're daring each other to drink Caribou Lou shots
It's on like a dome light
We're ready to party and get high
When you're tryin' to stuff a bong pipe and zone right
We're trying to smoke weed and get into a zone
We hit the nation, makin' punani precipitation
We're traveling and having sex with multiple women
And we only got three stipulations
We have three rules to follow
Smoke one, drink some, get done
We smoke weed and drink alcohol and have a good time
Who do I resemble if I ain't ready and willin'
I'm ready and willing to party and get high
I'm packin' a pack of kill but I'm straight with bein' a villain
I'm carrying a weapon but I'm okay with being a bad guy
My bloody gear from yesterday's probably what I'm still in
I'm probably still wearing the clothes I wore yesterday
But a party ain't a party 'till Strange is up in the building
Our party isn't complete until Strange Music arrives
Which is the way I murder a bitch I'm a Michael Vick
I'm aggressive and dominant when it comes to sex
And it's obvious she wants Donemis told me she like to lick it
It's clear that she wants to have sex and enjoys oral sex
Said it was A-OK if you know the play I'mma stick it
She's okay with what we're doing if I know what I'm doing
I'm flippin' wicked my scheisse I get it while takin' whip-its
I'm getting high by inhaling nitrous oxide
Dig it, I'm a shovel it's funny why try to play me
I'm a tough guy and it's foolish to try to confront me
Get high as fuck then we fuck I would say we are tidal wavy
We're getting high and having sex and it feels amazing
Bustin' right in your butt cause I know you don't want a baby
I'm having anal sex because we don't want to get pregnant
I'm half a mile from oblivion still nobody could save me
I'm getting dangerously high and no one can stop me
Rollin' with the fellas tippin' vow pull a chella
I'm hanging out with my friends and smoking weed and drinking alcohol
Two lips on the blizzy I flip I get busy
We're smoking a joint and I'm getting high
Couple of chicks with me, thick as a brick city
I'm with some women who are very attractive
The liquor they sippin' on, pinker than Miss Piggy
The drinks they're having are bright pink in color
Bright lights, little city the middy big trouble
We're partying in a small town and causing trouble
Do me a dirty dozen deliver me six doubles
Bring me twelve beers and six shots of liquor
Indica strain Malcolm, Malcolm is in the middle
We're smoking a strain of weed called Indica and it's strong
It's not the life all she about is that Jimmy Kimmel
She's only interested in partying and having fun
I don't have no patience for Prima Donnas
I don't have time for high-maintenance people
But I'm havin' such a great night I'm bout to go easy on 'em
I'm having a good time and not letting anyone ruin it
Marijuana meet my boss, get in line or give it time
I'm prioritizing smoking weed over other things
But if you really want this shit to solidify baby you better
If you want to solidify our relationship, you need to smoke weed with me
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA/AMCOS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind