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/
Soldiers At War feat. Kon Juan
Tech N9ne Lyrics
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Heartless Insane Ghetto Hoodlum Livin' And Never Dyin'
That's what I'm talkin' about
Rogue dawgs, when I call my Rogue dawgs
Rogue Dawg, niggaz
Fa the nine-eight
We'll have to crash 'em like this nigga, yeah
My nigga my nigga we soldiers at war
Killin' off our enemies 'til it ain't no more
Laws we break yo' shit we'll take
Murder fo them bustas and hatas it ain't no escape
Rogue Dawg fo life!
It's the beginning of the endin' fo yo ass
You broke ass niggaz hit the strip we need mo cash
This midwest side hittin' like a M-1 time to get some
Payback fo you bustas that laid back
My gats ain't met yo next so fuck yo vest we dumpin'
Killin' all that punk shit that you heart be pumpin'
See somethin' I take it cuttin' through the red tape
Yo legs break tryin' to catch up who who led the race
It's 5-7 Highas heaven causin' insanity
Whatcha handin' me we'll have you bitch ass postin' the vanity ??s
Gotta recoop fuckin' with these troops
Soon as we see you Load up and we shoot on site
We turnin' out the lights my appetite for destruction
Got me in the mood for bustin' dumpin' accross the Missou
And get to huntin' for Kevin East the oo-oo
And nigga you knew the Rogue Dawgs rule!
Your so called truths get battered and bruised
Stackin' you fools so deadly it don't matter the tools
I'm afta my dues prove if you snooze you looze
Prepare for war when you fuckin' wit my crew
Rogue for life!
[Chorus]
265 lbs. all nigga
And I'm good wit these dawgs nigga
Got steel plated balls nigga
Representin' 57th street
Me and my Dawgs bringin' the heat
Born and raised to be a villain on these Kansas City streets
Best retreat when you hear my dogs barkin
Snarlin' got that blood boilin'
Midwest side carved in hangin' out the chevy now we blastin' and laughin'
Made to hit me smashin' on them bastards
Don't be talkin' when they ask you shit got drastic on that bastard
Left him fo the cats that sent them straight to hell
Just like hosts of veil another soldier's tale
Nigga the life of a coward was taken when we bailed
Look I swore to die for bloodline more heartless than my father brought (nigga)
Load the cartridges with hollow point hard ones
When Rogue dawgs call it's an all out war move
56 marks it 'cause 56 swore to
Heartless insaine ghetto hoodlum livin and never dyin'
Midwest side until my last breath on highland
Why should I lie? I live an die for my side
Ride the city 'til they roll with diddy one last time
Let this N9ne yell out fuckem
Fuck 'em if he's gon walk he's nothin'
Fuck where he's from he'll even run when I'm comin'
Rogue dawg fo life no fear of death no mo
I swore to live a life a soldier at war
Rogue dawg fo life!
[Chorus]
Are you afraid of the unknown brains get blown
Expose chrome to your dome 'til you stiff as stone
With the phone neva suck it I'm goin'
In the pockets and blowin muthafuckas to smitherines
You knowin' that it ain't no niggaz stickin' me like K-do
Be warned I'm able to explode like a volcano
On y'all we told y'all we Rogue Dawgs
We know y'all this one is Hong Kong
Fo' you bustas and hatas we (gotta make that paper)
Can't break us then take us I'll peel you like a potato
Nigga wait a minute got me bustin' like a lieutenant
My intent is to eliminate you cynics
Rogue Fo' Life!!
These young niggaz always yellin' about ridin'
But these bustas ain't no muthafuckin' ridas
I pumpst a cock up in they bitch and then I'm slidin'
These wannabe hustlas can't compare to midwest sidas
I'm rollin' deep wit my troopas fixin'ta expose the chrome
Detrimental to domes though ozone
Thousands of bodies bein' found around me
Bottles of bud and double-U-double E-D
N9ne milla rhyme killa
Fuck wit me I'll take that bust of myron D
And throw 'em to mah Dawgs in the red sea
Now lets see if he can swim back to shore
Chunks missin' yellin' I don't wanna mess wit tech no more
I know you don't Tech N9ne I never say it again nigga
I know you won't never will these niggaz lit on my friend
And mista scare crow bitch nigga you ain't got to lie
You just a scared ho Nigga this is highland 'til we die
We got the triple life coast to roll wit Rogue Dawg shit
Bitches and niggaz all on the balls when it hit
I neva could understand how a nigga could come so whack
What? Oh I ain't talkin about me I'm talkin' about them other cats
Troopa!
[Chorus]
My nigga my nigga we soldiers at war
Killin' off our enemies 'til it ain't no more!
The song "Soldiers At War" by Tech N9ne is a rap anthem that glorifies gang warfare and vigilante justice. The lyrics describe a group of individuals who call themselves "Rogue Dawgs" and are willing to do whatever it takes to take out their enemies. The chorus proclaims that they are soldiers at war, killing off their enemies until there are none left. They are not afraid to break the law and will take what they want by force. The song embodies the attitude of gangster rap, which emerged in the 1980s and became popular in the 1990s, and promotes violence and aggression as a way of life.
Line by Line Meaning
H.I.G.H.L.A.N.D. Highland nigga
Referring to the neighborhood of Highland and identifying himself as a resident
Heartless Insane Ghetto Hoodlum Livin' And Never Dyin'
Describing the tough and relentless lifestyle he leads in the ghetto without ever giving up
That's what I'm talkin' about
Expressing approval and agreement with the previous statements
Rogue dawgs, when I call my Rogue dawgs
Referring to his loyal and fearless crew, emphasizing their unity and obedience
Rogue Dawg, niggaz
Addressing his crew members as fellow soldiers
Fa the nine-eight
Referring to the year 1998, possibly indicating a significant event or time period
We'll have to crash 'em like this nigga, yeah
Planning to overpower and defeat their enemies in a forceful manner
My nigga my nigga we soldiers at war
Acknowledging his crew members as fellow soldiers engaged in a battle
Killin' off our enemies 'til it ain't no more
Continuing to eliminate their enemies until there are none left
Laws we break yo' shit we'll take
Being unafraid to break the law and take what belongs to them
Murder fo them bustas and hatas it ain't no escape
Committing murder against their enemies, leaving no possibility of escape
Rogue Dawg fo life!
Expressing loyalty and dedication to his crew until death
It's the beginning of the endin' fo yo ass
Signifying that his enemies' downfall has begun
You broke ass niggaz hit the strip we need mo cash
Encouraging his enemies to engage in criminal activities to earn more money
This midwest side hittin' like a M-1 time to get some
Referring to the impact and power of the midwest side, indicating it's time to take action
Payback fo you bustas that laid back
Seeking vengeance against those who have been passive and complacent
My gats ain't met yo next so fuck yo vest we dumpin'
Stating that his guns are more powerful than their protective vests, thereby shooting them regardless
Killin' all that punk shit that you heart be pumpin'
Eliminating any signs of weakness and cowardice that motivate their enemies
See somethin' I take it cuttin' through the red tape
Seizing any opportunity that presents itself, bypassing unnecessary obstacles
Yo legs break tryin' to catch up who who led the race
Causing his enemies to strain themselves trying to keep up, emphasizing his dominance
It's 5-7 Highas heaven causin' insanity
Describing the intense and chaotic nature of their actions, driving their enemies to madness
Whatcha handin' me we'll have you bitch ass postin' the vanity ??s
Implying that their enemies will regret their actions and express regret publicly
Gotta recoop fuckin' with these troops
Advising others to reconsider their actions when dealing with his crew
Soon as we see you Load up and we shoot on site
Indicating that they are prepared to shoot their enemies as soon as they spot them
We turnin' out the lights my appetite for destruction
Promising to permanently silence their enemies, driven by a desire for chaos and devastation
Got me in the mood for bustin' dumpin' accross the Missou
Being motivated to shoot and cause violence across the Missouri river
And get to huntin' for Kevin East the oo-oo
Specifically targeting someone named Kevin East for vengeance or harm
And nigga you knew the Rogue Dawgs rule!
Asserting their dominance and superiority over their enemies
Your so called truths get battered and bruised
Discrediting and damaging the credibility of their enemies' supposed truths
Stackin' you fools so deadly it don't matter the tools
Accumulating and overpowering their enemies with ease, regardless of the methods used
I'm afta my dues prove if you snooze you looze
Asserting his right to claim what is owed and proving that those who underestimate him will lose
Prepare for war when you fuckin' wit my crew
Warning others to be ready for a battle if they choose to provoke or oppose his crew
Rogue for life!
Affirming their commitment and loyalty to the Rogue Dawg lifestyle until death
265 lbs. all nigga
Describing his physical strength and stature, asserting his dominance
And I'm good wit these dawgs nigga
Being skilled and adept at working alongside his crew members
Got steel plated balls nigga
Showing courage and fearlessness, not afraid to take risks
Representin' 57th street
Identifying the specific street they come from, emphasizing their loyalty to their neighborhood
Me and my Dawgs bringin' the heat
Bringing intensity and aggression to their actions and interactions
Born and raised to be a villain on these Kansas City streets
Growing up with a mindset and lifestyle geared towards being seen as a villain in their community
Best retreat when you hear my dogs barkin
Warning others to retreat or back down when they witness the imposing presence of his crew
Snarlin' got that blood boilin'
Creating an intimidating and aggressive atmosphere that raises tension
Midwest side carved in hangin' out the chevy now we blastin' and laughin'
Asserting their dominance and authority in the midwest side while engaging in criminal activities
Made to hit me smashin' on them bastards
Expressing enthusiasm for violently confronting and attacking their enemies
Don't be talkin' when they ask you shit got drastic on that bastard
Advising others not to speak or provide information when confronted with intense and severe consequences
Left him fo the cats that sent them straight to hell
Leaving their enemies in the hands of others who will ensure they face damnation and punishment
Just like hosts of veil another soldier's tale
Comparing their actions and consequences to the mythical stories of fallen soldiers
Nigga the life of a coward was taken when we bailed
Asserting that the cowardly way of life ended for anyone associated with them
Look I swore to die for bloodline more heartless than my father brought (nigga)
Expressing extreme loyalty and dedication to his family lineage, surpassing the heartlessness of his own father
Load the cartridges with hollow point hard ones
Preparing their weapons with deadly ammunition designed to cause maximum damage
When Rogue dawgs call it's an all out war move
Indicating that when his crew initiates action, it leads to a total and aggressive war
56 marks it 'cause 56 swore to
Referring to a specific event or promise related to the number 56 and their dedication
Heartless insaine ghetto hoodlum livin and never dyin'
Reiterating the heartless and relentless lifestyle they lead in the ghetto, defying death itself
Midwest side until my last breath on highland
Promising to remain loyal to the midwest side and his neighborhood until his dying breath
Why should I lie? I live an die for my side
Asserting his commitment and readiness to both live and die for his neighborhood
Ride the city 'til they roll with diddy one last time
Continuing to represent and be involved in their city until the end, possibly referencing a specific event involving P. Diddy
Let this N9ne yell out fuckem
Using his stage name N9ne to express his disregard and contempt towards his enemies
Fuck 'em if he's gon walk he's nothin'
Dismissing anyone who goes against them, considering them insignificant
Fuck where he's from he'll even run when I'm comin'
Disregarding someone's origin and emphasizing that they will flee when confronted
Rogue dawg fo life no fear of death no mo
Asserting their lifelong commitment to the Rogue Dawg lifestyle, no longer afraid of death
I swore to live a life a soldier at war
Promising to lead a life dedicated to fighting and battling as a soldier
Are you afraid of the unknown brains get blown
Questioning whether their enemies are afraid of the unpredictable and violent consequences they will face
Expose chrome to your dome 'til you stiff as stone
Threatening to shoot and kill their enemies until they are lifeless and unresponsive
With the phone neva suck it I'm goin'
Asserting that they will never back down or retreat, always ready to take action
In the pockets and blowin muthafuckas to smitherines
Having explosives and using them to completely destroy their enemies
You knowin' that it ain't no niggaz stickin' me like K-do
Confidently stating that nobody can deceive or outsmart him, making a reference to K-do
Be warned I'm able to explode like a volcano
Warning others about his explosive and destructive capabilities, comparing himself to a volcano
On y'all we told y'all we Rogue Dawgs
Reminding their enemies that they have already warned them about the actions they would take as Rogue Dawgs
We know y'all this one is Hong Kong
Being fully aware of their enemies and referring to a specific situation as being difficult or chaotic like Hong Kong
Fo' you bustas and hatas we (gotta make that paper)
Indicating that they have a strong motivation to earn money by any means necessary, despite opposition
Can't break us then take us I'll peel you like a potato
Asserting that their enemies cannot defeat or break them and if they try, he will harm them severely
Nigga wait a minute got me bustin' like a lieutenant
Experiencing a surge of aggression and action, similar to that of a lieutenant in the military
My intent is to eliminate you cynics
Having a clear and determined purpose to completely remove and erase their enemies
Rogue Fo' Life!!
Reiterating their unbreakable loyalty and commitment to the Rogue Dawg lifestyle
These young niggaz always yellin' about ridin'
Observing that young individuals often boast and brag about their violent actions or involvement in criminal activities
But these bustas ain't no muthafuckin' ridas
Asserting that these individuals are not truly dedicated or involved in a life of crime
I pumpst a cock up in they bitch and then I'm slidin'
Claiming to engage in sexual relationships with the partners of these individuals, then swiftly leaving afterwards
These wannabe hustlas can't compare to midwest sidas
Dismissing these individuals as inferior and unable to match the skills and lifestyle of true midwest hustlers
I'm rollin' deep wit my troopas fixin'ta expose the chrome
Being accompanied by a large and loyal group, ready to reveal and use their weapons
Detrimental to domes though ozone
Causing severe damage and destruction to the heads and minds of their enemies, like a hole in the ozone layer
Thousands of bodies bein' found around me
Implying that they are responsible for countless deaths and bodies that are discovered near them
Bottles of bud and double-U-double E-D
Referring to consuming alcohol and the drug ecstasy, possibly indicating a party or celebration
N9ne milla rhyme killa
Boasting about his ability to kill it and be a skilled rapper, using his stage name N9ne
Fuck wit me I'll take that bust of myron D
Warning others about the consequences of messing with him, making a reference to the violent death of someone named Myron D
And throw 'em to mah Dawgs in the red sea
Passing on the responsibility of handling his enemies to his crew members, who will deal with them in a ruthless manner
Now lets see if he can swim back to shore
Challenging his enemies to survive and escape, implying they won't be able to make it back safely
Chunks missin' yellin' I don't wanna mess wit tech no more
Claiming that his enemies will have visible physical injuries and will be afraid to cross paths with him again
I know you don't Tech N9ne I never say it again nigga
Asserting that his enemies don't truly know or understand who he is as Tech N9ne, emphasizing his power and reputation
I know you won't never will these niggaz lit on my friend
Anticipating that his enemies will never succeed in causing harm to him or his friends
And mista scare crow bitch nigga you ain't got to lie
Addressing someone as a cowardly liar, indicating they don't need to pretend or deceive
You just a scared ho Nigga this is highland 'til we die
Calling someone a fearful and weak individual while asserting their commitment to the Highland neighborhood until death
We got the triple life coast to roll wit Rogue Dawg shit
Claiming to live a dangerous and exciting lifestyle while being closely associated with the Rogue Dawgs crew
Bitches and niggaz all on the balls when it hit
Referring to the attention and admiration they receive from both men and women when they make an impact
I neva could understand how a nigga could come so whack
Expressing confusion and disbelief towards individuals who lack skill or authenticity
What? Oh I ain't talkin about me I'm talkin' about them other cats
Clarifying that he's referring to other individuals and not himself when discussing those who are subpar
Troopa!
Ending the song with a shout-out to his crew members, acknowledging their loyalty and dedication
Chorus
Repeating the refrain that emphasizes their status as soldiers at war and their determination to eliminate their enemies
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