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/
The Rain / Welcome Back / Party Hard
Tech N9ne Lyrics
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I now pronounce me and music together from now until the end of time
Always on the road, Doing hella shows
Day to day high and lows, but that's just how it goes
When you grinding, homie ain't no rewinding
Time but the family behind in this business that I'm in
I don't feel anything and it's hard remembering
The day is just like moments turned to hours ,
All the graphs, sound check, radio spots and quick showers
Hit the stage and get so much love from the fans,
Keep it rough with the fellas, but I make the ladies want to dance
And still I don't think you understand what's real,
While I'm with you with my wife another chance is killed,
And my kids all three of 'em suffer in the worst ways,
Cause last year I missed all three of they birthdays,
So when you see me with me eyes full of pain,
Give me love cause these are three of the reason why I call the road 'the rain'
[Chorus: Tech N9ne]
So here we are now (In the rain)
A superstar now, (In the rain)
So far now, (In the rain)
The Rain (I'm walking in rain)
I live my life like (In the rain)
Just for the limelight (Is it rain for singers)
My little girl said
[Aliya Yates:]
Daddy (What's up), me and Reign really miss you,
Not to mention momma always need a tissue,
I saw your picture in the paper and I kissed you,
I heard you won't be home for Halloween, is this true?
(Right after Halloween baby)
Yea I'm used to it,
Why don't you teach me and Reign how to produce music,
So we can travel everywhere that you're traveling,
And be in the family, me and sissy fighting and tattling
I know you miss that, I know you dig that
Do your fans every wonder about where your kids at?
Is Donny really coming to move with us in L.A.?
Will mommy still love you and be with you everyday?
I gotta go now, I love you daddy but slow down
There's not enough Tecca Ninas to go around
Rainbow's crying she wants to talk to you badly,
(What's up Rainbow, Baby)
[Reign Yates]
I love you daddy!
[Chorus:]
So here we are now (In the rain)
A superstar now, (In the rain)
So far now, (In the rain)
The Rain (I'm walking in rain)
I live my life like (In the rain)
Just for the limelight (Is it rain for singers)
I love my fans
Cause they make it possible for me to provide for the Fam
The fact that my life is in shambles, they could give a damn
When it shakes then they chose it, fakes who hate lose it
They love my pain because it makes for great music
But in the interim this family matter is a tend to one of mine
Leave in January and come back when the winter come like:
Calling my wife when I'm in the rain and then end up getting into a dumb fight
Cause she lonely, you try to console her but you ain't come right
So it's about what and what?
You give them everything they need,
But what they need is your presence indeed,
Life yes has been a strainer
It's like if been a stranger
To my kids and wife
That's the life of an entertainer
More money to gain,
More people to change
Swords deep in the game,
The world's peeping my pain
Out on the road cussing for sure, reaching for fame
Healthy relationship you can't have them when you're living life in 'the rain'.
[Chorus x2:]
So here we are now (In the rain)
A superstar now, (In the rain)
So far now, (In the rain)
The Rain (I'm walking in rain)
I live my life like (In the rain)
Just for the limelight (Is it rain for singers)
In these lyrics, Tech N9ne reflects on his life as a musician and the sacrifices he has to make for his career. He acknowledges the ups and downs that come with being constantly on the road, performing shows, and being away from his family. Despite the love and support he receives from his fans, he expresses the pain and loneliness he feels being separated from his wife and children. He mentions missing important events like his children's birthdays, which weighs heavily on him.
Tech N9ne's daughter, Aliya, also makes an appearance in the lyrics, expressing how much she and her sister miss him. She suggests that they learn music production so they can be a part of his journey and travel with him. Aliya wonders if Tech N9ne's fans ever think about his children and their whereabouts. She also questions whether their brother will join them in Los Angeles and if their mother will still love Tech N9ne and be with him every day.
The chorus, "So here we are now, in the rain, a superstar now," represents Tech N9ne's life in the music industry and how it feels like he is walking through a storm. He feels like he is living in the rain, constantly striving for success and recognition. He mentions that his fans make it possible for him to provide for his family, but they may not fully understand the personal struggles he faces. Tech N9ne acknowledges that his pain and struggles make for great music, but it takes a toll on his family life and relationships.
Overall, these lyrics paint a picture of the challenges and sacrifices that come with being a successful musician. Tech N9ne expresses the love he has for his fans, but also the pain he endures being away from his family. The rain symbolizes the hardships, loneliness, and emotional strain he experiences while pursuing his career in the music industry.
Line by Line Meaning
I now pronounce me and music together from now until the end of time
I declare that I am committed to music for the rest of my life
Always on the road, Doing hella shows
Constantly traveling and performing in numerous concerts
Day to day high and lows, but that's just how it goes
Experiencing ups and downs every day, but that's the nature of this lifestyle
When you grinding, homie ain't no rewinding
When you're working hard, there's no going back
Time but the family behind in this business that I'm in
Time spent working in this industry takes me away from my family
I don't feel anything and it's hard remembering
I've become numb and struggle with remembering things
Places and faces they think I'm what December brings
People associate me with December due to my fame and success
The day is just like moments turned to hours
Time feels like it passes quickly as each moment blends into the next
All the graphs, sound check, radio spots and quick showers
Performing sound checks, attending interviews, and managing a hectic schedule
Hit the stage and get so much love from the fans
Receiving immense love and support from the audience when performing
Keep it rough with the fellas, but I make the ladies want to dance
Maintaining a tough persona with my male peers, but captivating the ladies with my music
And still I don't think you understand what's real
People fail to comprehend the reality of my life and struggles
While I'm with you with my wife another chance is killed
Being away from my wife, I miss out on precious moments and experiences
And my kids all three of 'em suffer in the worst ways
My three children experience hardships and difficulties due to my absence
Cause last year I missed all three of they birthdays
I couldn't be present to celebrate their birthdays last year
So when you see me with me eyes full of pain
When you observe the pain in my eyes
Give me love cause these are three of the reason why I call the road 'the rain'
Show me love because these reasons are why I refer to my journey as 'the rain'
My little girl said
My young daughter said
Daddy (What's up), me and Reign really miss you
Daddy, both my sister and I miss you deeply
Not to mention momma always need a tissue
Additionally, Mom often cries and needs a tissue
I saw your picture in the paper and I kissed you
I kissed your picture when I saw it in the newspaper
I heard you won't be home for Halloween, is this true?
I heard you won't be there for Halloween, is it accurate?
(Right after Halloween baby)
(Right after Halloween, baby)
Yea I'm used to it
Yes, I've become accustomed to it
Why don't you teach me and Reign how to produce music
Could you teach my sister and me how to create music?
So we can travel everywhere that you're traveling
So we can accompany you on all your travels
And be in the family, me and sissy fighting and tattling
To be part of the family, my sister and I argue and tell on each other
I know you miss that, I know you dig that
I know you miss being part of our family dynamic, I know you enjoy it
Do your fans every wonder about where your kids at?
Do your fans ever wonder where your children are?
Is Donny really coming to move with us in L.A.?
Will Donny actually move with us to Los Angeles?
Will mommy still love you and be with you everyday?
Will Mommy still love you and be with you every day?
I gotta go now, I love you daddy but slow down
I have to go now, Daddy, but take it easy
There's not enough Tecca Ninas to go around
There aren't enough Tecca Ninas (his stage name) to fulfill everyone's expectations
Rainbow's crying she wants to talk to you badly
Rainbow (another child) is crying and desperately wants to talk to you
(What's up Rainbow, Baby)
(What's up Rainbow, Baby)
I love you daddy!
I love you, daddy!
I love my fans
I deeply appreciate and love my fans
Cause they make it possible for me to provide for the Fam
They enable me to support my family
The fact that my life is in shambles, they could give a damn
They don't care about the chaos in my life
When it shakes then they chose it, fakes who hate lose it
When my life is in turmoil, they are the ones who embrace it, while fake people who hate me lose support
They love my pain because it makes for great music
They enjoy my suffering because it results in exceptional music
But in the interim this family matter is a tend to one of mine
During this time, I need to prioritize my family matters
Leave in January and come back when the winter come like
I'm often away from January until winter arrives before returning
Calling my wife when I'm in the rain and then end up getting into a dumb fight
Calling my wife while I'm away and then engaging in an unnecessary argument
Cause she lonely, you try to console her but you ain't come right
Because she feels lonely, you attempt to comfort her, but you don't do it correctly
So it's about what and what?
So what's the situation?
You give them everything they need
You provide everything they require
But what they need is your presence indeed
But what they truly need is your physical presence
Life yes has been a strainer
Life has indeed been challenging
It's like if been a stranger
It's as though I've become a stranger
To my kids and wife
To my children and wife
That's the life of an entertainer
That's the reality of being a performer
More money to gain
There is more money to be earned
More people to change
More individuals to impact and influence
Swords deep in the game
Heavily involved and committed to the industry
The world's peeping my pain
The world is observing my suffering
Out on the road cussing for sure, reaching for fame
Traveling and striving for success, sometimes inadvertently using profanity
Healthy relationship you can't have them when you're living life in 'the rain'
It's impossible to maintain a healthy relationship when you're constantly immersed in the hardships of this journey called 'the rain'
In the rain
Metaphorically being caught in the storm of life's challenges
I live my life like
I embrace and experience my life as
Just for the limelight
Solely for the sake of fame and attention
Is it rain for singers
Does the rain represent the struggles faced by musicians?
So here we are now (In the rain)
So we find ourselves here, facing life's challenges
A superstar now, (In the rain)
Now a famous figure, still enduring hardships
So far now, (In the rain)
Traveling a great distance, confronting obstacles
The Rain (I'm walking in rain)
'The Rain' symbolizes the difficulties I face in my journey
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LEELA JAMES
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