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/
See Me
Tech N9ne Lyrics
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Yeah, Tech N9ne!
Turn me up a little bit more, Ben, so I can rock this the right way, brother
If you got 20/20 vision
You can see me now handling this music with precision
If not, then it's fine with me
Just know this movement is vivid enough for the blind to see, Yates
When I'm counting my mil' making hist'ry
Trip the splits be that 50/50
So we rip the script swiftly and zip through chips quickly
When the trash, mail and pizza man see me
They get a fever and cheesy when they see the man Neezy
I'm easily beast and my hand is in my belt
What? I'm independent and I'm feeling myself
A flunk I won't be
I bumps the trunks see
The ladies pop the monkey and drop the donkey
They want to flaunt me
My songs be funky
Steady getting that cheddar forever
But some people acting like they don't see
I'm top dog, something like a CEO
I'm calling shots, call it Don Julio
But they don't really see me though
But they don't really see me though
All night, life like a video
Prime time, something like a Super Bowl
But they don't really see me though
With contact lenses say he don't smoke
I'm rolling up and let the contact get him
He even choked
My approach was to never to be broke
Kept my real niggas close
Now the player turned to coach
I hear people saying why so many changes?
Why so many watches? Why so many chains?
I'm mixing Kush with all these different strains
Riding in my Porsche listening to Purple Rain
So much knowledge I came up on you as a Hollywood insider
The inside of my crib look like a gym
Speaking of gym, I'm in the game, you're just a bench rider
You ride the bench that mean you ain't playing
You understand, hella fans
Bunching hands, hundred grands that's the plan
Wizzle Man!
I'm top dog, something like a CEO
I'm calling shots, call it Don Julio
But they don't really see me though
But they don't really see me though
All night, life like a video
Prime time, something like a Super Bowl
But they don't really see me though
I'm truly blessed
I do request for all of you people to listen
I do see checks and movie sets
And never been a stranger to vixens
Pick up the pen, its in my gut to win
I got a motive and I'm in it with a mission
You know what I'mma get it when I dip into it
I've been through it, I've been a fighter with a vision
You can cover your eye, brother but why?
Cause your lady just discovered that my
Big rubber defies your lover blubber
So you utter replies with a tougher disguise
'Cause my payday just caught the nose of your lady
I'm at the beginning of my hay-day
Y'all better recognize like ¡Mayday!
I don't know why jokers just won't let their eyes notice
Deep in my vocals they keep yelling that I'm doper
And I choke ya if you lift the Nine's flow so
So by jokes you know??
Couldn't see me with bi-focals
I'm top dog, something like a CEO
I'm calling shots, call it Don Julio
But they don't really see me though
But they don't really see me though
All night, life like a video
Prime time, something like a Super Bowl
But they don't really see me though
In "See Me," Tech N9ne boasts about his success and explains that even if someone can't physically see him, his movement is vivid enough for the blind to see. He talks about how he's counting his millions and making history, using his independent status to feel himself without any flunk, and how his music attracts women. Tech N9ne further goes on to explain how people may not see him, but he's the top dog and calling shots like a CEO, with a life that's like a prime time video or a Super Bowl.
The song was released on Tech N9ne's album, "The Storm" in 2016. It features a melodic hook sung by singer/songwriter Krizz Kaliko. The album peaked at number nine on the US Billboard 200 chart, Tech N9ne's seventh consecutive album to debut in the top ten. "See Me" is one of the most popular tracks from the album, with up to 4.7 million plays on streaming platforms.
Line by Line Meaning
This, this, this, this one of them ones
The moment has arrived, Tech N9ne is ready to bring his A game.
If you got 20/20 vision
If you can see clearly.
You can see me now handling this music with precision
He is skillfully creating his music without fault.
If not, then it's fine with me
If you can't see that he's an artist with skill, then that's okay.
Just know this movement is vivid enough for the blind to see, Yates
His music is so clear and highly expressive that even the visually impaired can feel its emotional impact.
How in the hell can you miss me
How is it possible for you to not notice him?
When I'm counting my mil' making hist'ry
He is breaking records and making millions.
Trip the splits be that 50/50
He shares the wealth and success with those who have helped him get where he is today.
When the trash, mail and pizza man see me
Even the everyday working man recognizes, and admires him.
They get a fever and cheesy when they see the man Neezy
They get excited and overjoyed when they witness the amazing artist Tech N9ne performing.
I'm easily beast and my hand is in my belt
He is an effortlessly talented musician and is always ready with his skills.
What? I'm independent and I'm feeling myself
He is an independent musician and has pride in his work.
A flunk I won't be
He won't fail, he'll succeed and come out on top.
I bumps the trunks see
People love his music and listen to it repeatedly.
The ladies pop the monkey and drop the donkey
Women love his music and dance to it wildly.
They want to flaunt me
They want to show off that they know and appreciate his music.
My songs be funky
His music has a unique and addictive style that people love.
Steady getting that cheddar forever
He is constantly making money and will continue to do so.
But some people acting like they don't see
Despite his success, some people still don't recognize or appreciate his talent.
I'm top dog, something like a CEO
He's in charge and is a leader in the music industry.
I'm calling shots, call it Don Julio
He is making important decisions and taking control of his career.
But they don't really see me though
Despite his power and success, some people still don't recognize or respect him.
All night, life like a video
His life is like a music video, filled with excitement and creativity.
Prime time, something like a Super Bowl
His life is like a big event with high stakes, much like the Super Bowl.
With contact lenses say he don't smoke
Despite his use of contact lenses, he still smokes.
I'm rolling up and let the contact get him
He's smoking while wearing contact lenses, to the point that his eyes get irritated.
He even choked
He had trouble breathing due to the smoke and contacts.
My approach was to never to be broke
He's determined to never be poor again.
Kept my real niggas close
He stays true to his core friends and associates.
Now the player turned to coach
He's grown from being a follower to a leader, passing on his knowledge to others.
I hear people saying why so many changes?
People question why he changes so much.
Why so many watches? Why so many chains?
They don't understand his desire for material items such as watches and chains.
I'm mixing Kush with all these different strains
He is experimenting with different types of marijuana.
Riding in my Porsche listening to Purple Rain
He enjoys driving his Porsche while listening to Prince's 'Purple Rain.'
So much knowledge I came up on you as a Hollywood insider
He's learned so much in the industry that he knows more than those just getting started.
The inside of my crib look like a gym
The interior of his home resembles a gym, filled with exercise equipment.
Speaking of gym, I'm in the game, you're just a bench rider
He's actively involved and successful in the music industry, while others aren't as prominent.
You ride the bench that mean you ain't playing
If you're not actively involved, then you're not playing the game properly.
You understand, hella fans
He has a lot of passionate fans.
Bunching hands, hundred grands that's the plan
He wants to gather up his fans, and make himself rich by achieving his goals.
I'm truly blessed
He is very fortunate to have achieved his success.
I do request for all of you people to listen
He requests that people listen to his music and words.
I do see checks and movie sets
He's been paid a lot of money and is making it big on the big screen.
And never been a stranger to vixens
He's always been familiar with and well-liked by beautiful women.
Pick up the pen, its in my gut to win
Writing and creating is in his blood and he is determined to succeed.
I got a motive and I'm in it with a mission
He has a clear purpose and goal, and he's working hard to achieve it.
You know what I'mma get it when I dip into it
He's confident that he'll achieve what he needs to when he puts his all into it.
I've been through it, I've been a fighter with a vision
He's gone through struggles and fought hard to achieve his dreams.
You can cover your eye, brother but why?
Why would you cover your eyes and miss out on what he has to offer?
Cause your lady just discovered that my big rubber defies your lover blubber
He's been with someone's partner and it's a sensitive topic.
So you utter replies with a tougher disguise
The other person replies in a threatening tone, trying to protect their partner.
'Cause my payday just caught the nose of your lady
He's making a lot of money and attracting a lot of attention, particularly from the ladies.
I'm at the beginning of my hay-day
He feels like he's just starting to make it big.
Y'all better recognize like ¡Mayday!
People need to recognize his skills and talent, as if calling an emergency mayday.
I don't know why jokers just won't let their eyes notice
He doesn't understand why people won't recognize how talented he is.
Deep in my vocals they keep yelling that I'm doper
People love his music and believe he is even better than before.
And I choke ya if you lift the Nine's flow so
He's so proud of his music that he would even attack someone for criticizing it.
So by jokes you know??
Don't even attempt to joke about his music or skill, as it's not to be taken lightly.
Couldn't see me with bi-focals
Even with bifocal lenses, some people still wouldn't be able to see and recognize his talent.
I'm top dog, something like a CEO
Once again affirming his position as a successful leader in the music industry.
I'm calling shots, call it Don Julio
He's taking control and making important decisions, like how a bartender would pour shots.
But they don't really see me though
Despite his success, some people still don't recognize or understand his talent.
All night, life like a video
He lives a glamorous lifestyle, similar to what's shown in music videos.
Prime time, something like a Super Bowl
He's always in the spotlight and his life is filled with excitement and opportunities, much like the Super Bowl.
But they don't really see me though
Despite being so high-profile, some people still don't recognize or respect his talent.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRISTOPHER GHOLSON, CAMERON THOMAZ, BOBBY RAY SIMMONS, AARON DONTEZ YATES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@3rdgeneration536
Who else is rocking on this bang in 2020...Damn this was hella fiiiiiirrrrrreee
@UltraAchievement
We got 2020 vision 😎👌🏻
@kozmikrayz
yea bro Lol
@jordanlawsonmetallicafan4585
2021 now
@tracyann9979
For me it’s almost 2022
@justmicsterritory
2024 (^S^) 🔥
@rjduhgoat299
This song randomly came to my head I haven’t listened to this since middle school back in 2013 lmao
@12k_jay24
Same lil
@brownsboy23
Dang your lucky you knew this fire back then
@airxdonny
Fr lol