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/
Lacrimosa
Tech N9ne Lyrics
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Tears are so serious
Come, Holy Spirit
Stay with me always
Somehow my true love
The tears on my face
Now-now-now-now people cussing and bussing
Oh wow, tell me how he got the stubborn, he tough and
He was young with a grown mouth
Zoned out cause my mother is gone, how
Simply would he send me with the alone route
Going out, to the studio hitting the Don Julio
My duty go if I'm moody yo, get up and get the song out
My angel fades, then came more rage
And even though Strange still pays
something inside of me saying it ain't yo days
My religion, walking away
My prediction, lost in the gray
I'm thinkin' the holy spirit don't really wanna hear it
So people who givin' me evil, they all finna pay
Anybody really want it, I'mma get dirty when a demon is my opponent
Feeling froggy any moment, know you will never be the owner because I'm on it
Losing mama, really did it, demons really gonna get it
I'm looking for the light, I'm asking you open
And losing all of my inner good and the hope with it
Lacrimosa (Inside I'm weeping)
Tears are so serious (Constantly seeking)
Come Holy Spirit
Stay with me always
Somehow my true love
The tears on my face
I don't wanna hear no punk say "weirdo"
If you ain't in my circle, then you're not even near, bro
Here go the fear though getting the zilla
and my killas in the villa to make a racket in your ear go (BLAM-BLAM-BLAM-BLAM)
That is severe mode, bodies I'm not even with the jolly
My tears go down-my-face, yeah
But I'm switching the gears, yo
Got on the plane to Colorado, I go to hit the Summer Jam, then momma tomorrow
I'm thinking the Lord will give me time while im in 'Vado
To say I love her before the Bible go hollow
(GONE-GONE-GONE-GONE)
My show was sorrow, needed a little bit of mo' time to borrow
(MY-TIME'S- UP)
Man, steady talking to God, so I don't - get it
Thought I was special enough for God to be with it
By giving me another day with my mother, but I missed it
But rocking with Denver said in her name, I'ma rip this
(DONE-DONE-DONE-DONE)
This ain't no way to be, hella jaded, see, but I'm created
My mother left me, but her death ain't okay with me
Still I'm praying for her spirit to stay with me
Lacrimosa (Outside I'm weeping)
Tears are so serious (Still I am seeking)
Come, Holy Spirit
Stay with me always
Lacrimosa (Outside I'm weeping)
Tears are so serious (Still I am seeking)
Come, Holy Spirit
Stay with me always
Somehow my true love
The tears on my face
The song Lacrimosa by Tech N9ne is a personal and emotional account of the artist's struggles with the loss of his mother. The title, Lacrimosa, is a reference to a part of the Requiem Mass, which is a music composition performed in honor of the dead. In the song, Tech N9ne speaks directly to the Holy Spirit, asking it to stay with him, recognizing that the tears on his face are a sign of his mourning.
The song also speaks to Tech N9ne's struggles with the music industry and the people around him. The lyrics reflect the frustration and anger that can come with trying to navigate a difficult and often cutthroat industry. Additionally, the song speaks to Tech N9ne's relationship with God and religion, and the difficulty he is having reconciling his beliefs with his current situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Lacrimosa (Tears are so serious)
I am truly grieving
Come, Holy Spirit
I am seeking guidance and strength from a higher power
Stay with me always
I need constant support and guidance
Somehow my true love
My love for someone is a constant amidst my pain
The tears on my face
I cannot hide my sadness and pain
Now-now-now-now people cussing and bussing
There are many people around me who are angry and fighting
They get nothing but in the ground when they blown out
Their anger and violence will only lead to their own demise
Oh wow, tell me how he got the stubborn, he tough and
I am amazed by the resilience of some people
He was young with a grown mouth
He was brash and spoke like an adult, even when he was young
Zoned out cause my mother is gone, how
I am distracted and overwhelmed by the loss of my mother
Simply would he send me with the alone route
I feel like I have been left alone to deal with this grief
Going out, to the studio hitting the Don Julio
I am coping with my grief by drinking and immersing myself in my work
My duty go if I'm moody yo, get up and get the song out
I know I have a responsibility to create music, even when I'm not feeling my best
My angel fades, then came more rage
As I lose hope, I become more angry and frustrated
And even though Strange still pays
Even though I have financial success, it doesn't make my grief go away
something inside of me saying it ain't yo days
I have a feeling that my time is running out
My religion, walking away
I am questioning or losing faith in my religious beliefs
My prediction, lost in the gray
I no longer have a clear sense of what the future holds
I'm thinkin' the holy spirit don't really wanna hear it
I feel like I am not being heard or understood by a higher power
So people who givin' me evil, they all finna pay
I believe that those who have wronged me will face consequences
Anybody really want it, I'mma get dirty when a demon is my opponent
I am ready to fight against anyone or anything that is causing me harm
Feeling froggy any moment, know you will never be the owner because I'm on it
I am confident that I will always come out on top, no matter the challenge
Losing mama, really did it, demons really gonna get it
Losing my mother has made me even more determined to overcome my challenges
I'm looking for the light, I'm asking you open
I am searching for hope and asking for guidance
And losing all of my inner good and the hope with it
My grief has made me lose my positivity and hopefulness
I don't wanna hear no punk say "weirdo"
I don't want to be judged or criticized by others
If you ain't in my circle, then you're not even near, bro
If you're not close to me, your opinion doesn't matter
Here go the fear though getting the zilla
I am feeling more and more scared
and my killas in the villa to make a racket in your ear go (BLAM-BLAM-BLAM-BLAM)
My associates will retaliate violently against anyone who crosses me
That is severe mode, bodies I'm not even with the jolly
My attitude is serious and violent, and I am not in a happy or lighthearted mood
My tears go down-my-face, yeah
I am still crying and grieving
But I'm switching the gears, yo
I am trying to shift my focus and improve my mindset
Got on the plane to Colorado, I go to hit the Summer Jam, then momma tomorrow
I am traveling to perform at a music festival and will visit my mother's grave the next day
I'm thinking the Lord will give me time while im in 'Vado
I hope to find peace and guidance while I am in Colorado
To say I love her before the Bible go hollow
I want to express my love for my mother before death separates us forever
(GONE-GONE-GONE-GONE)
My mother is no longer with me
My show was sorrow, needed a little bit of mo' time to borrow
I performed with sadness and wished I had more time to grieve
(MY-TIME'S- UP)
I know that eventually my time will run out as well
Man, steady talking to God, so I don't - get it
I am trying to communicate with a higher power to make sense of my grief
Thought I was special enough for God to be with it
I used to believe that God favored me or had a special plan for me
By giving me another day with my mother, but I missed it
I regret not spending more time with my mother before she passed
But rocking with Denver said in her name, I'ma rip this
I am dedicating my performance to my mother and will give it my all
(DONE-DONE-DONE-DONE)
The performance is over
This ain't no way to be, hella jaded, see, but I'm created
I know that my attitude is negative, but this is who I am
My mother left me, but her death ain't okay with me
I am struggling to accept my mother's death
Still I'm praying for her spirit to stay with me
I hope to feel my mother's presence and guidance even after her death
Lacrimosa (Outside I'm weeping)
I am crying on the inside
Tears are so serious (Still I am seeking)
My grief is intense and ongoing
Come, Holy Spirit
I am asking for guidance and strength from a higher power
Stay with me always
I need constant support and guidance
Somehow my true love
My love for someone is a constant amidst my pain
The tears on my face
I cannot hide my sadness and pain
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: CATES ISAAC SOLOMON, SUMMERS MICHAEL, WATSON SAMUEL WILLIAM CHRISTOP, YATES AARON DONTEZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Cativa Muse Reacts 💜
This song makes me cry everytime I hear it. My mom died of a brain aneurysm. She was here one moment, the next she was dead on the ground. I can relate to tech so much when he talks about his mom, his anger and confusion with religion, wishing he had more time. The only difference is he had to watch his mom wither away and finally die. Mine was just gone and im thankful for that. Thats how I wanna die, I don't wanna suffer for a long time before dying. My perfect situation for wanting to die is 1, before my daughter, 2, hopefully become a grandma (my mom got both of those wishes), 3, I wanna see my daughter grow to be a mature, kind human being, which she is already now at 9. My moms mom died at age 56 on September 3rd, she choked on food and died in the kitchen next to a room filled with her family, she was there one second dead the other. I was a young girl when that happened. My mom died at age 56 on September 3rd, my daughter was young when she died. I dont wanna die at such a young age but i would be honored to die the same day, sept 3rd, hopefully not at age 56 but my fate might be a repeat of my ancestors, my mom and grandma died and hopefully it's as fast as both of theirs and hopefully i get to meet a beautiful grand daughter before i go. That's really it. Idk if I wanna be cremated or buried. My mom was cremated because she hated the idea of her body rotting away somewhere. This song and techs song Oh Yeah always get me, especially the ending of each song.
Eman
My condolences man. Much love!
Rayah Hull
I was hoping to find lyrics but instead I got trauma dumped
McBiomeGaming FireAspectIX
I know this was a post from a long time ago, RIP Your momma may she rest in Peace, My momma passed away 2 years ago similar age. My momma go hit by a truck from a family member. complete accident, all we can do it just think of them and keep on keeping on in life. I know both of our moms our looking down at our accomplishments wishing they could congratulate us for how far we come since the tragic accident. Again may your momma rest in peace as will mine.
Rayan
Masterpiece! Tech N9ne's lyrics, delivery and flow with this LEGENDARY beat are unbelievable!
Miss Understood AngelaWalker
A mixture of genres. Beautiful!
Pamela
I watched a movie called Traveler¤. Looked up the music the bad guy was whistling and got led here. From Giuseppe Verdi to Tech N9ne. This song is brilliant. Better late than never', right?
Underground Vagos
Rap is mostly mixture of genres. You can really take any sample from any music and create masterpieces
CodeJump
Who ever made this instrumental is a God
Mepsie Mopar
@Luka yeah I'm 6 years late but I'm pretty sure they knew that and that's why they said it.