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/
Stress Relief
Tech N9ne Lyrics
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This is stress relief, this is stress relief, this this is stress relief!
(Cmon and sing it with me)
Who you talkin to? What you wanna do? What the hell you thinkin?
Who da fuck are you? Where my fuckin money? Ima beat yo ass!
Whats so fuckin funny? Nigga ima need mo cash!
Why you try n play me? Ima slump you till you delirious!
You niggas must be crazy. Are you fucking serious?
Im ready to go in on you. You lyin son of a bitch!
You dont know shit! Dont get yo throat slit.
Stop movin slow trick! GO BITCH!
I dont give a damn! I dont wanna hear, which one of em did it nigga.
Why you shake n shiver? PULL THE FUCKIN TRIGGER!
[X2]
AHHH SHIT MOTHERFUCKER IMA KICK YO FUCKIN ASS!
This is stress relief, this is stress relief, this this is stress relief!
(Cmon and sing it with me)
What you say to me? What you wanna fight? This aint what you want, bitch I got all night!
Just say what ya wanna say.
I HEARD WHAT YOU SAID! She had sex with WHO? IN MY FUCKIN BED!
Dont call me no more. You fuckin whore! Get down on the floor. SHUT THAT GOD DAMN DOOR!
I'm ready to smash!
You ready to blast! Get ready ta pull it dump some bullets in these haters ass!
Mothafuck the judge! You holdin a grudge? You fucked up ma plug!
You killin ma buzz! Ima fuck up this club! Ah you wanna push n shove.
You reppin tha cuz. Whats wit it blood!
[X2]
AHHH SHIT MOTHERFUCKER IMA KICK YO FUCKIN ASS!
This is stress relief, this is stress relief, this this is stress relief!
(Cmon and sing it with me)
Yeah!
Somtimes ya gotta let loose n, flip on a fuckin nuisance.
Stress release when you can not give a damn about they 2 cents.
Cussin em out reduce them shoutin it out ya mouth then lose them.
Clout not arout no doubt get gruesome. Out n about get sous then use them!
As a punching bag wit ma blunt n drunkin ass want some funkin somthin fast.
Hunt tha chump n dumpin mags. Got you punked n mad. Wanna dump n clash.
Jump tha punks them bunks are crunk n munch they lunch n dash
We go to jail! We know the cell. Its cold as hell.
Po' he go ta bail. You know ta yell, if you know that hoe a tell.
You think I'm spo' ta fail, BITCH GO TO HELL!
AHHH SHIT MOTHERFUCKER IMA KICK YO FUCKIN ASS!
This is stress relief, this is stress relief, this this is stress relief!
(Cmon and sing it with me)
The repeated line “This is stress relief” is a declaration of the rapper’s intention to release his pent-up frustration and anger through violent means. The opening line “Ahhh shit motherfucker Ima kick yo fuckin ass!” sets the tone for the aggressive and confrontational lyrics that follow. The verses are filled with threats and insults directed towards unspecified targets, suggesting that the rapper’s anger may be directed towards anyone and everyone who has caused him stress. The chorus functions as a cathartic release, encouraging the listener to shout along with the aggressive lyrics in order to channel their own frustrations.
The use of profanity and violent imagery in the lyrics of “Stress Relief” reflects the rapper’s desire to shock and provoke his audience. The repeated use of the word “fuck” and the phrase “kick yo fuckin ass” emphasizes the aggressive nature of the song, while the references to guns and murder suggest a willingness to use deadly force to resolve conflicts. The lyrics suggest that the rapper feels powerless and frustrated in his everyday life, and that he uses music as a means of venting his frustrations and asserting his dominance over others.
Overall, “Stress Relief” is a song that celebrates the release of anger and aggression through violent means. Despite the potentially harmful messages conveyed in the lyrics, the song can be seen as a reflection of the emotional struggles faced by many individuals, and as a way of affirming the power of music as a means of emotional catharsis.
Line by Line Meaning
AHHH SHIT MOTHERFUCKER IMA KICK YO FUCKIN ASS!
The singer is angry and ready to fight someone who has caused them stress.
This is stress relief, this is stress relief, this this is stress relief!
The singer is acknowledging that this aggressive behavior is a way for them to release their pent-up stress and frustration.
Who you talkin to? What you wanna do? What the hell you thinkin?
The singer is challenging and questioning someone who is causing them stress.
Who da fuck are you? Where my fuckin money? Ima beat yo ass!
The artist is threatening someone who owes them money and causing them stress.
Whats so fuckin funny? Nigga ima need mo cash!
The artist is not amused by the situation and demands more money. The lack of funds is causing them stress.
Why you try n play me? Ima slump you till you delirious!
The singer is tired of being taken advantage of and is threatening to harm the other person causing them stress.
You niggas must be crazy. Are you fucking serious?
The singer is in disbelief of the other person's actions and how they are causing them stress.
Fuck this goddamn job. You know what I quit!
The artist is fed up with their job and quitting to reduce their stress.
Im ready to go in on you. You lyin son of a bitch!
The artist is prepared to confront someone who is lying to them, adding to their stress.
You dont know shit! Dont get yo throat slit.
The artist is warning someone not to act ignorant and make the situation worse.
Stop movin slow trick! GO BITCH!
The singer is urging someone to stop hesitating and act, adding to their stress.
I dont give a damn! I dont wanna hear, which one of em did it nigga.
The artist is agitated and doesn't care about the specifics of the situation that is causing them stress.
Why you shake n shiver? PULL THE FUCKIN TRIGGER!
The singer is encouraging someone to take action and release their stress, even if it is violent.
What you say to me? What you wanna fight? This aint what you want, bitch I got all night!
The singer is challenging someone who is causing them stress to fight and is prepared to take the time to release their stress.
Just say what ya wanna say.
The singer is encouraging honesty and directness to reduce their stress.
I HEARD WHAT YOU SAID! She had sex with WHO? IN MY FUCKIN BED!
The artist is upset and angry upon hearing about infidelity that has caused them stress.
Dont call me no more. You fuckin whore! Get down on the floor. SHUT THAT GOD DAMN DOOR!
The artist is ending communication with someone who has caused them stress and asserting control over the situation.
I'm ready to smash!
The singer is ready to attack and release their pent-up stress.
You ready to blast! Get ready ta pull it dump some bullets in these haters ass!
The singer suggests that the best way to release stress is through violence towards those that are causing it.
Mothafuck the judge! You holdin a grudge? You fucked up ma plug!
The artist is frustrated with the legal system and upset with someone who has caused them stress financially.
You killin ma buzz! Ima fuck up this club! Ah you wanna push n shove.
The artist is upset with the atmosphere in a club, and ready to act aggressively to release their stress.
You reppin tha cuz. Whats wit it blood!
The artist is asking someone about their gang affiliation, which may be causing additional stress.
Somtimes ya gotta let loose n, flip on a fuckin nuisance.
The singer is suggesting that sometimes releasing stress requires that you confront or fight those causing it.
Stress release when you can not give a damn about they 2 cents.
The artist suggests that ignoring the opinions of others can be a way to reduce stress.
Cussin em out reduce them shoutin it out ya mouth then lose them.
The singer suggests that verbally insulting or threatening someone who causes stress can be a release for that stress.
Clout not arout no doubt get gruesome. Out n about get sous then use them!
The singer suggests that being aggressive and dominant when out in public can be a way to reduce stress.
As a punching bag wit ma blunt n drunkin ass want some funkin somthin fast.
The singer is ready to fight anyone who stands in their way and is looking for a quick release for their stress.
Hunt tha chump n dumpin mags. Got you punked n mad. Wanna dump n clash.
The artist is suggesting that they will attack and surprise those who cause them stress.
Jump tha punks them bunks are crunk n munch they lunch n dash
The artist is ready to fight and intimidate people who cross their path and cause them stress.
We go to jail! We know the cell. Its cold as hell.
The singer understands the consequences of attacking or fighting others and is willing to accept them if it means releasing their stress.
Po' he go ta bail. You know ta yell, if you know that hoe a tell.
The singer suggests that they will seek support from others to help them escape consequences for their actions.
You think I'm spo' ta fail, BITCH GO TO HELL!
The artist is confident in their ability to overcome challenges and will not let others add to their stress and doubt.
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