Aaron Dontez Yates (born November 8, 1971 in Kansas City, Missouri), better… Read Full Bio ↴Aaron Dontez Yates (born November 8, 1971 in Kansas City, Missouri), better known by his stage name Tech N9ne or Tecca Nina is an American rapper, co-owner of Strange Music Records and actor. His career has spanned over 24 years, during which he has released eleven albums. According to the He's a Mental Giant Songfacts, his stage name originated from the TEC-9 semi-automatic handgun, given to him by rapper Black Walt due to his fast rhyming style. (Tech is short for technique and 9 is the number of completion. That's why he says the technique's complete so often.)

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/

Hard Liquor Freestyle
Tech N9ne Lyrics

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[Chorus]
Hard liquor
Me and my people be so drunk we don't drive
We take the trolley 'cause of hard liquor,
We started Waldo to Westport and pee in every martini
corner at the last call
And we all yellin' "Is there any more?"
When it ain't we go home for hard liquor,

Make sure that it's mixed, yeah
And twist it with a little bit of lemon juice on ice,
on ice, on ice, yeahhh.

Aye aye they sayin' that I got high blood sugar,
So I can't drink like I wanna drink, drink like I wanna know
I ain't playin 'cause I love liquor
So if I big drink am I gonna drink, jinxed, I don't wanna go,
So I go hard as hell on one night, fun sight
If I'm drunk enough to start a bum fight
Done right, Henny, Jack and Gin, 151 Rum slight, none light
Novocain I know to blame a gun snipe on drunk life
then the bar hit ya with a large spritzer
Hit ya ass, get ya cash then they all richer
in the draw, pitcher
I'm large sipper
When you wait, but I hope I ain't in the car witcha.

[Chorus]

Hard liquor, I need some more, hard liquor
all the alcoholics in this
is there any more
We even go to WalMart for (hard liquor)
Make sure that it's mixed
And twist it with a little bit of lemon juice on ice,
on ice, on ice, yeahhh

Hard liquor, hard liquor
Is there any more?
Make sure that it's mixed

And twist it with a little bit of lemon juice on ice,
on ice, on ice, yeahhh.

Overall Meaning

"Hard Liquor Freestyle" by Tech N9ne is a song that explores the theme of indulgence and excess in the consumption of alcohol. The lyrics depict a night of heavy drinking and the wild, uninhibited behavior that accompanies it. The chorus emphasizes the preference for hard liquor over driving, as they opt for taking the trolley instead. The line "pee in every martini corner at the last call" suggests a disregard for social norms and boundaries, as they engage in reckless behavior. The desire for more alcohol is expressed, fueling a sense of urgency and a party-like atmosphere.

In the verses, Tech N9ne addresses his own limitations when it comes to drinking due to his high blood sugar. He acknowledges that he loves liquor but must be cautious in his consumption. The lyrics convey a sense of rebellion and a refusal to conform to societal expectations regarding alcohol consumption. The mention of starting a fight while drunk and attributing it to the "drunk life" speaks to the impulsive and sometimes destructive nature of alcohol-induced behavior. The reference to Novocain suggests a reliance on alcohol as a numbing agent to escape from reality. Tech N9ne also mentions the potential danger of drinking and driving, expressing concern about being in the car with someone who may be intoxicated.

Overall, the song portrays a night of excessive drinking, highlighting both the allure and potential consequences of indulging in hard liquor.

Line by Line Meaning

Hard liquor
Alcoholic beverages with high alcohol content

Me and my people be so drunk we don't drive
We are intoxicated to the point where it is unsafe for us to operate vehicles

We take the trolley 'cause of hard liquor
We opt for public transportation, specifically the trolley, because of our consumption of hard liquor

We started Waldo to Westport and pee in every martini corner at the last call
We begin our journey from Waldo to Westport and relieve ourselves in every corner of the martini bars before they close

And we all yellin' 'Is there any more?'
We collectively shout, asking if there is more hard liquor available

When it ain't we go home for hard liquor
If there is no more hard liquor, we return home to obtain some

Make sure that it's mixed, yeah
We prepare our drinks by ensuring that the hard liquor is mixed with other ingredients

And twist it with a little bit of lemon juice on ice, on ice, on ice, yeahhh
We add a small amount of lemon juice to our iced hard liquor drinks, repeating the phrase for emphasis

Aye aye they sayin' that I got high blood sugar
People are claiming that I have elevated blood sugar levels

So I can't drink like I wanna drink, drink like I wanna know
Due to my alleged high blood sugar, I am unable to consume alcohol as much as I desire

I ain't playin 'cause I love liquor
I am serious about my affinity for alcoholic beverages

So if I big drink am I gonna drink, jinxed, I don't wanna go
I am worried that if I consume a large amount of alcohol, it may bring me bad luck or negative consequences, so I prefer not to indulge excessively

So I go hard as hell on one night, fun sight
Therefore, I make the most of one specific night and have a wild and enjoyable time

If I'm drunk enough to start a bum fight
If I am intoxicated to the point where I am willing to engage in a fight with a homeless person

Done right, Henny, Jack and Gin, 151 Rum slight, none light
When consuming alcohol, it is best to select high-quality options such as Hennessey, Jack Daniels, and Gin, while also considering the strength of 151-proof rum

Novocain I know to blame a gun snipe on drunk life
I understand that alcohol is to be held responsible for situations in which I may mistakenly blame someone for shooting a gun

Then the bar hit ya with a large spritzer
At this point, the bar surprises you with a heavily mixed alcoholic drink

Hit ya ass, get ya cash then they all richer
Once you consume the drink, the bar benefits by taking your money, thus becoming wealthier

In the draw, pitcher, I'm large sipper
In the realm of drinking, I excel in consuming large quantities of alcohol

When you wait, but I hope I ain't in the car witcha
Although you may be patient, I hope that I am not accompanying you in a car while intoxicated

Hard liquor, I need some more, hard liquor
I have a strong desire for additional amounts of hard liquor

All the alcoholics in this is there any more
All the individuals with a dependency on alcohol, such as myself, inquire about the availability of more alcoholic beverages

We even go to WalMart for (hard liquor)
We even resort to going to WalMart to purchase hard liquor

Make sure that it's mixed
We take care to ensure that the hard liquor is properly combined with other ingredients

And twist it with a little bit of lemon juice on ice, on ice, on ice, yeahhh
Once again, we add a small amount of lemon juice to our iced hard liquor drinks, repeating the phrase for emphasis

Hard liquor, hard liquor
Repeating the term to emphasize our preference for alcoholic beverages

Is there any more?
We inquire about the availability of additional hard liquor

Make sure that it's mixed
We ensure that the hard liquor is properly combined with other ingredients before drinking

And twist it with a little bit of lemon juice on ice, on ice, on ice, yeahhh
Once again, we add a small amount of lemon juice to our iced hard liquor drinks, repeating the phrase for emphasis

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