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/

Let's Get It Started
Tech N9ne Lyrics

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Predator shit, PREDATOR!
("You don't have the guts to be what you wanna be?
You need people like me.")

Let me get it
They let a Cali boy in Slaughterhouse, it's a wrap
38 spec shit, rounds in the strap
Tryna get off the last ounce in the track

My OG's in the 'Lac, bouncin' to Zapp
That's our lifestyle, stunt hard, gun large
Pickin' em up not givin' a fuck about a gun charge
Zippin' em up in a body bag, fuck niggas mad
Welcome to our house, dead rappers in the front yard
I ain't Steve Nash, nobody get a pass
I found the nigga that made a top 50 hot MC list
And my Glock committed sodomy and shot him in the ass
Standin' over his body I probably shoulda asked
Why the greatest rappers gotta be somebody from the past
Compared to Slaughterhouse, a lot of niggas trash
Followin' a fad, what would I do if they follow the Slaughter
They prolly swallow this hollow and a mag
Tongue full of dung, it's shit talkin'
Niggas want me dead, fuck it I'm still walkin'
Enemies in the club, fuck it I'm still parkin' the coupe
First put the roof on a milk carton
Walked in, they hand me the mic
Told baby girl it gotta be tonight
My bed or your bed?
Yeah I'm thinking with both heads
You know, great minds think alike

[Chorus]
What you got under that skirt? (let me get it)
Vodka, Henny and that purp (let me get it)
Cribs, cars and net worth (let me get it)
Slaughterhouse gang, Tech N9ne go and get it

Lot of molly, an out of body experience
I'm feeling kind of Gotti and all ya'll into weird events
A party prolly jolly counsel me when I'm on heroine
With the shotty ridin' when I party it's Abu Dhabi
Who can I pick it up, wick it up I'm a rip it up
And I'm gonna get up in my zone now
Fuckin' the women I'm up and I'm winnin' I'm [?] now
Pussy poundin' I'm pushin' polygamy procedures
Packin' and poppin' pretty penis pockets I please her
These I ease, Techa Neez got the bees of an evil deed
But I'mma G, never see us
With a telescope nigga cause it's hella dope
I got so many worshipers with me, I could sell a quotes
I yell the most, I tell the goat
I'm gonna take it even if they hate it and fill the boat
Fellas, you tell us to gel it, we're gonna quell his hope
Embellish a [?]
When I rhyme I'm conniving cause I bring
Live wickedness brightening your high beams
Frightening life like some lye in your Visine
Psyche swiped clean, high as the hygiene
Let me get it
Pussy, weed, a licker yo, let me get it
I don't kick it if you be messy with it
Tecca Nina keep KCMO on the fitted
Any Slaughterhouse gang affiliation I'm fuckin' with it

[Chorus]

Nobody seconding what I be spitting, we misfits
Gonorrhea mixed with diarrhea, that sick shit
You fuckers wack, need them Puffy plaques, them big hits
Them R. Kelly, I'm so rich I piss on a bitch hits
And bitches get the business
In a convertible eatin' big dick
While I'm parked like a picnic
Wrapping they big lips around my stick shift rockin' French tips
Suckin' me hollow after they swallow my kids
I'm askin'

[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Tech N9ne's song "Let's Get It Started" delve into a variety of themes, including his entrance into the rap group Slaughterhouse, his uncompromising attitude, and his sexual prowess. The opening lyrics, "Predator shit, PREDATOR! / 'You don't have the guts to be what you wanna be? / You need people like me'," serve as a bold proclamation of Tech N9ne's confidence and dominance in the rap game. He is acknowledging that he is a predator in the industry, someone who can intimidate others and rise to the top.

The verse continues with Tech N9ne boasting about his skills and experiences, from being part of Slaughterhouse to carrying a weapon. He also references a past incident where he confronts a rapper who made a "hot MC list" and ends up shooting him. This highlights his no-nonsense approach and suggests that he is willing to eliminate any competition, even those from the past. The lyrics further touch on Tech N9ne's ability to attract women and his willingness to engage in casual relationships.

The chorus of the song serves as a rallying cry, emphasizing Tech N9ne's desires for material success and his affiliation with the Slaughterhouse group. He mentions various substances like vodka, Henny, and purp (a reference to purple drank), symbolizing his indulgence and party-oriented lifestyle.

Overall, "Let's Get It Started" portrays Tech N9ne's assertive and brazen attitude, showcasing his confidence, sexual exploits, and dominance in the rap game.

Line by Line Meaning

Predator shit, PREDATOR!
You don't have the guts to be what you wanna be? You need people like me.

Let me get it
Allow me to take action and achieve my goals

They let a Cali boy in Slaughterhouse, it's a wrap
I've become a part of Slaughterhouse, and it's a done deal

38 spec shit, rounds in the strap
Armed with a .38 special firearm, fully loaded

Tryna get off the last ounce in the track
Attempting to sell the final amount of drugs in this location

My OG's in the 'Lac, bouncin' to Zapp
My older guys are in the Cadillac, listening to Zapp music and enjoying life

That's our lifestyle, stunt hard, gun large
This is the way we live, showing off, carrying big guns

Pickin' em up not givin' a fuck about a gun charge
Collecting firearms without any concern for legal consequences

Zippin' em up in a body bag, fuck niggas mad
Putting enemies in body bags, causing anger and frustration

Welcome to our house, dead rappers in the front yard
This is our territory, where deceased rappers lie in the front yard

I ain't Steve Nash, nobody get a pass
I won't let anyone off easily, just like Steve Nash in basketball

I found the nigga that made a top 50 hot MC list
I discovered the person responsible for creating a list of the top 50 hottest MCs

And my Glock committed sodomy and shot him in the ass
My Glock firearm metaphorically violated him and shot him in the buttocks

Standin' over his body I probably shoulda asked
While standing over his dead body, I probably should have questioned why

Why the greatest rappers gotta be somebody from the past
Why is it always someone from the past who is considered the greatest rapper?

Compared to Slaughterhouse, a lot of niggas trash
In comparison to Slaughterhouse, many other rappers are of low quality

Followin' a fad, what would I do if they follow the Slaughter
What would happen if others started imitating and following Slaughterhouse's style?

They prolly swallow this hollow and a mag
They would most likely accept and embrace this empty and destructive lifestyle

Tongue full of dung, it's shit talkin'
Speaking lies and nonsense constantly

Niggas want me dead, fuck it I'm still walkin'
Despite people wanting me dead, I'm still standing and moving forward

Enemies in the club, fuck it I'm still parkin' the coupe
Even with enemies present in the club, I'll still confidently park my car

First put the roof on a milk carton
An expression of achieving success before accomplishing simpler tasks

Walked in, they hand me the mic
As soon as I entered, they immediately gave me the microphone

Told baby girl it gotta be tonight
I informed a woman that tonight is the night for something significant to happen

My bed or your bed?
Should we engage in sexual activity at my place or yours?

Yeah I'm thinking with both heads
I am considering both the physical and mental aspects of this decision

You know, great minds think alike
When two intelligent individuals have similar thoughts or ideas

What you got under that skirt? (let me get it)
What do you have hidden under your skirt? Can I have it?

Vodka, Henny and that purp (let me get it)
I desire vodka, Hennessy, and purple marijuana, let me have them

Cribs, cars and net worth (let me get it)
I aim to acquire luxurious houses, vehicles, and financial assets

Slaughterhouse gang, Tech N9ne go and get it
With the support of the Slaughterhouse gang, Tech N9ne will achieve his desires

Lot of molly, an out of body experience
I have used a large amount of MDMA, resulting in a dissociation from my physical self

I'm feeling kind of Gotti and all ya'll into weird events
I am experiencing a sense of power and authority, while everyone else is interested in strange activities

A party prolly jolly counsel me when I'm on heroin
During a party, I may seek comfort and advice from others while under the influence of heroin

With the shotty ridin' when I party it's Abu Dhabi
I bring a shotgun with me when I party, creating a dangerous atmosphere

Who can I pick it up, wick it up I'm a rip it up
Who can I compete against and emerge victorious? I will succeed destructively

And I'm gonna get up in my zone now
I am about to enter a state of intense focus and productivity

Fuckin' the women I'm up and I'm winnin' I'm [?]
I am engaging in sexual activities with women, achieving success and gaining confidence

Pussy poundin' I'm pushin' polygamy procedures
I engage in multiple sexual relationships simultaneously

Packin' and poppin' pretty penis pockets I please her
I have attractive firearms and I please women with them

These I ease, Techa Neez got the bees of an evil deed
With ease, Tech N9ne possesses the qualities of an evil and destructive person

But I'mma G, never see us
But I am a gangster, you will never see someone like me

With a telescope nigga cause it's hella dope
Observing my greatness is like looking through a telescope because it's incredibly amazing

I got so many worshipers with me, I could sell a quotes
I have a large number of devoted followers who would buy and believe anything I say

I yell the most, I tell the goat
I speak the loudest and claim to be the greatest

I'm gonna take it even if they hate it and fill the boat
I will succeed no matter how much others hate or disapprove, and I will gather strong support

Fellas, you tell us to gel it, we're gonna quell his hope
Guys, if you tell us to blend together (as a group), we will destroy anyone hoping for our failure

Embellish a [?]
Exaggerating or adding flair to a situation

When I rhyme I'm conniving cause I bring
When I rap, I am cunning and strategic because I bring

Live wickedness brightening your high beams
I perform evil acts that intensify and illuminate your sense of enjoyment

Frightening life like some lye in your Visine
Causing fear and distress in your life, similar to putting a corrosive substance in your eye drops

Psyche swiped clean, high as the hygiene
The mind is clear and unaffected, just like high standards of cleanliness

Let me get it
Allow me to take action and achieve my goals

Pussy, weed, a licker yo, let me get it
I desire sex, marijuana, and alcohol, allow me to have them

I don't kick it if you be messy with it
I won't associate with you if you are irresponsible or reckless

Tecca Nina keep KCMO on the fitted
Tech N9ne represents and stays true to KCMO, a region in Kansas City, Missouri

Any Slaughterhouse gang affiliation I'm fuckin' with it
I support and align myself with any association related to the Slaughterhouse gang

Nobody seconding what I be spitting, we misfits
No one else is echoing or endorsing what I am saying, we are outcasts

Gonorrhea mixed with diarrhea, that sick shit
Referring to disgusting and unpleasant content, like a combination of STDs

You fuckers wack, need them Puffy plaques, them big hits
You are all untalented, you need certifications from Puff Daddy and big hits to succeed

Them R. Kelly, I'm so rich I piss on a bitch hits
Similar to R. Kelly's controversial actions, I am so wealthy and superior that I disrespect women

And bitches get the business
Women will experience the full intensity of my ruthless approach

In a convertible eatin' big dick
In a convertible car, enjoying great success and superiority

While I'm parked like a picnic
Even while stationary, I am still dominant and powerful

Wrapping they big lips around my stick shift rockin' French tips
Women with full lips perform oral sex on me while I shift gears, displaying fashionable French manicures

Suckin' me hollow after they swallow my kids
Women perform fellatio on me and then consume my ejaculate

I'm askin'
I am inquisitive and seeking information

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Written by: AARON DONTEZ YATES, DOMINICK WICKLIFFE

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