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/
KC Tea
Tech N9ne Lyrics
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What you want? What you need?
What you havin'?What will it be?
All we need is Hennessy
Then a Sprite, squeeze a twist of lemon
This one is the buisineisum
I make it by the cup, then I'm stylin'
Got KFK, Slaughterhouse and Brother Allen
On KC Teas we all over the world wild'n
[Chorus]
Hennessy, twist of the lemon with the
Hennessy, Sprite go right with the
Hennessy, make your night go right with the
KC Tea (KC Tea)
I like to drink it in a real big wine glass
At my place with full of women lettin' time pass
With Hennesey, Sripte and lemon baby I mash
Drunk as a skunk but the second one im on your fine ass
The first variation from the homie Vito
We grink the Hennesey and lemon where ever we go
Then add the Sprite from seven was me yo
Then me a Kalli named it in a Las Vegas casino
Lemon or lime it don't matter if you slum (man that sound real good)
Taste good too punk
A double shot into your cup will get you crunk
Too much more and when you wake up and you thump like
Bam bam aww dwamn
This is how you feel the next day because you slamed the KC Tea
Gotta take easy like E
This is Tecca Nina's Kansas City spiked tea
What you want? What you need?
What you havin'?What will it be?
All we need is Hennessy
Then a Sprite, squeeze a twist of lemon
This one is the buisineisum
[Chorus]
Fill the cup full of ice first
'Cause the Hennesey will melt a little ice and it might urk
Me when I'm all up on a little tight skirt
I need a fully loaded Kansas City tea to quenchin my thirst
If you ain't got no real lemon
Just let a little lemon or lime juice spill in 'um
I know alot of caucasian people don't really do the Hennesey
But the way I make it I will in 'um
Covert alot of people every year and
On Saint Patties Day I shared it with really weird fans
They started fightin' and my leg was near 'em
I told them take it easy theres a beverage here man
Kc Tea is 100 mane
Check it if it's flat Sprite then I don't want it mane
My money mane is on Hennesey in the image on cream corn
I'm runnin' thangs (I'm runnin' thangs)
What you want? What you need?
What you havin'?What will it be?
All we need is Hennessy
Then a Sprite, squeeze a twist of lemon
This one is the buisineisum
[Chorus]
A lot a men never sinned on the Hen
Where ya been boy boy where ya been?
It'll have ya wit her again and again
Even strong enough to do her lesbian friend
If you can't handle her then hand her to me
Cause I'm at five of em and I'm bout to hammer the V
Even got it set up for the camera to see
I'm wit her but I'm really picturing Angela Yee
She ain't wearin nothing but blonics on her feet
KC Tea got me really supersonic in the sheets
Hittin harder than sticky icky chronic on the streets
So nice to wake up in the bathroom ain't no vomit on the seat
Bartender made it right and I'm sure because it tastes sweet like candy
Yeah, and Ludacris you can make it with Conjure
And 40 you can make it with Landy but authentic is the
(Tech N9ne talking over the hook)
HENNESSEY (It's about 38 a Fifth)
HENNESSEY (In Canada is like 68)
HENNESSEY (But Wal-Mart got it for 20 BOY Yeah! let's go!)
KC TEAA (KC TEA!)
[Chorus]
The song "KC Tea" by Tech N9ne is an ode to the rapper's favorite drink from his hometown, Kansas City. The lyrics describe the recipe for the drink, which includes Hennessy, Sprite, and a twist of lemon. The chorus repeats the name of the drink, creating a catchy and easy-to-sing-along hook. The verses also reference Tech N9ne's own experiences drinking the concoction, often in the company of other rappers or women. The song has a fun, upbeat energy that matches the celebratory feeling of drinking with friends.
At the time of its release, "KC Tea" was a controversial song for Tech N9ne, as some critics felt it promoted excessive drinking and partying. However, the rapper defended the song by saying that it was meant to be a fun tribute to his hometown and the drink that he loved. The song has since become a beloved anthem for Kansas City locals and Tech N9ne fans around the world.
Line by Line Meaning
What y'all drankin' on?
Asking what his friends are drinking
What you want? What you need?
Asking what drink someone wants
What you havin'? What will it be?
Asking what drink someone is having
All we need is Hennessy
Stating that Hennessy is the main ingredient
Then a Sprite, squeeze a twist of lemon
Explaining how to make the drink by adding Sprite and lemon
This one is the buisineisum
Saying this is the real deal or the official recipe
I don't make this drink by the gallon
Saying the drink is not made in large quantities
I make it by the cup, then I'm stylin'
Saying the drink is made per cup with style and personality
Got KFK, Slaughterhouse and Brother Allen
Listing off his collaborators
On KC Teas we all over the world wild'n
Saying this drink is known worldwide and enjoyed by all
Hennessy, twist of the lemon with the
Listing the ingredients of the drink
Hennessy, Sprite go right with the
Listing the ingredients of the drink
Hennessy, make your night go right with the
Saying the drink is perfect for a good night
KC Tea (KC Tea)
Referring to the drink and its name
I like to drink it in a real big wine glass
Saying how he personally enjoys the drink
At my place with full of women lettin' time pass
Describing the atmosphere that he likes to drink the drink in
With Hennesey, Sripte and lemon baby I mash
Lists the ingredients of the drink again and the term 'mash' means to mix
Drunk as a skunk but the second one im on your fine ass
Explaining that the drink is potent and can have an effect on the drinker
The first variation from the homie Vito
Saying that a variation of this drink originated from a friend named Vito
We grink the Hennesey and lemon where ever we go
Saying that they drink Hennessey and lemon everywhere they go
Then add the Sprite from seven was me yo
Saying that he invented the addition of Sprite to the drink
Then me a Kalli named it in a Las Vegas casino
Explaining the origin of the name of the drink
Lemon or lime it don't matter if you slum (man that sound real good)
Stating that either lemon or lime will suffice and expressing pleasure at the thought of the drink
Taste good too punk
Saying that the drink tastes great
A double shot into your cup will get you crunk
Saying that the drink's potency can have an effect on the drinker
Too much more and when you wake up and you thump like Bam bam aww dwamn
Saying that if the drink is consumed in excess, it will lead to a hangover
This is how you feel the next day because you slamed the KC Tea
Continuing to describe the effects of the drink
Gotta take easy like E
Saying that the drink should be consumed in moderation
This is Tecca Nina's Kansas City spiked tea
Saying that this is Tech N9ne's signature drink
Fill the cup full of ice first
Giving instructions on how to prepare the drink
'Cause the Hennesey will melt a little ice and it might urk
Explaining why the cup should be filled with ice first
Me when I'm all up on a little tight skirt
Describing the effect of the drink on the drinker
I need a fully loaded Kansas City tea to quenchin my thirst
Saying that the drink is needed to satisfy his thirst
If you ain't got no real lemon
Saying that using real lemons is preferred but alternatives can be used
Just let a little lemon or lime juice spill in 'um
Saying that a little bit of lemon or lime juice will suffice
I know alot of caucasian people don't really do the Hennesey
Stereotyping the drinking habits of Caucasian people
But the way I make it I will in 'um
Saying that his recipe will make anyone enjoy Hennessey
Covert alot of people every year and
Claiming that his recipe has converted many people to enjoy Hennessey
On Saint Patties Day I shared it with really weird fans
Sharing a story about sharing the drink with strange fans
They started fightin' and my leg was near 'em
Continuing to share the story of the encounter
I told them take it easy theres a beverage here man
Describing his response to the conflict
Kc Tea is 100 mane
Saying that the drink is the real deal
Check it if it's flat Sprite then I don't want it mane
Saying that the drink has to be made correctly or it won't be acceptable
My money mane is on Hennesey in the image on cream corn
Making a vague statement that is difficult to interpret
I'm runnin' thangs (I'm runnin' thangs)
Confidently stating that he is in control
A lot a men never sinned on the Hen
Saying that not everyone has tried Hennessey
Where ya been boy boy where ya been?
Asking where someone has been if they haven't tried Hennessey
It'll have ya wit her again and again
Suggesting that the drink has aphrodisiac-like properties
Even strong enough to do her lesbian friend
Making a vulgar joke about the drink's potency
If you can't handle her then hand her to me
Saying that if someone can't handle the drink, he'll take care of it
Cause I'm at five of em and I'm bout to hammer the V
Saying that he has already consumed multiple drinks and that he will continue to drink more
Even got it set up for the camera to see
Implying that he is going to record himself drinking the drink
I'm wit her but I'm really picturing Angela Yee
Jokingly saying that he is thinking of someone else while consuming the drink
She ain't wearin nothing but blonics on her feet
Making a vulgar statement about an imaginary person
KC Tea got me really supersonic in the sheets
Saying that the drink has an effect on his sexual performance
Hittin harder than sticky icky chronic on the streets
Comparing the drink's potency to marijuana
So nice to wake up in the bathroom ain't no vomit on the seat
Expressing pleasure at waking up without any negative consequences from the drink
Bartender made it right and I'm sure because it tastes sweet like candy
Saying that the drink was prepared correctly because it tastes good
Yeah, and Ludacris you can make it with Conjure
Naming another liquor that can be used in place of Hennessy
And 40 you can make it with Landy but authentic is the
Naming another liquor that can be used in place of Hennessy
HENNESSEY (It's about 38 a Fifth)
Listing the price of Hennessy
HENNESSEY (In Canada is like 68)
Listing the price of Hennessy in Canada
HENNESSEY (But Wal-Mart got it for 20 BOY Yeah! let's go!)
Listing a cheaper price for Hennessy at a specific store
KC TEAA (KC TEA!)
Reiterating the name of the drink
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J Z.
I'm addicted to this song and I finally made this drink tonight.....DOPE AF!!!
Tonie ChambersYT
STILL JAMMING TO THIS SONG WITH HEADPHONES CRANKED & ON REPEAT!!
TAKE AN EASY THERE'S A BEVERAGE HERE MAN!
Michael Diaz
If you tried KC tea after hearing this then we are friends. Automatically.
Colter
How was the drink? It actually taste like lemon tea?
GymLeaderJoey13
I just made a couple for me and my wife. This is what got me into henny
DeadieGordo47
Drink got the party lit back
Keisuke Miyagi
First time hearing about KC tea, I have a bottle of hennessy at home. I'm gonna try it as soon as i come back from work :)
Tasha Stacy
How did it taste?
DominicDeAngelis
KC TEA BABY. IM SIPPIN LOL
TitaniumCrayon
DominicDeAngelis you like tech?