After wreaking havoc on the road rocking sold out crowds across the country… Read Full Bio ↴After wreaking havoc on the road rocking sold out crowds across the country, Oregon based rapper The Dirtball is bringing it home with the release of his third solo album, Crook County. While in the past his accelerated rhyming skills have kicked his career into overdrive, now with his latest release it’s his songwriting skills that have him cruising in the fast lane.
Inspired by the beauty of his home state and his love of creating music, Crook County’s diverse mixture of rock and hip-hop is eclectic enough to leave fans of all genres salivating for more. Powered by the machinegun attack of his motor-mouth and irresistible hooks, the album can dazzle fans of Southern Rap (Ying Yang Twins, Lil Jon), battle mainstream heavyweights (Twista, Lupe Fiasco), or stands toe-to-toe with underground legends (Tech 9ne, Kottonmouth Kings, or Insane Clown Posse).
“Crook County is actually the area where I live in Oregon. I was born and raised here, which ties into the record and how I’m bringing it back to my roots. I have a lot of old friends that I used to play with back in the day on this record and my parents have a blue grass band so they made it onto a track,” says the Pacific Northwest based rapper. “It’s definitely a different kind of album for me, but it’s a pretty well rounded diverse eclectic mixture of musical styles with a good group of guests. Each track is totally different from one another and I’m stoked about it.”
Crook County also features guest appearances by some of the heaviest hitters in the underground and detonates an explosive line-up of powerhouse collaborations. “Just a Friend” utilizes the breathtaking melodies of Lady Love to craft an infectious track about the hardships of maintaining relationships while out on the road, while Daddy X of Kottonmouth Kings drops by on “Mushroom Cloud” to expose the Dirtball’s psychedelic eating habits. Meanwhile, Suburban Noize heavyweight Big B appears on the track “All In”, LaCoka Nostra ‘s CeeKay rips through the track “Nightshade”, Johnny Richter of Kingspade duets about the rigors of the road on “Grind” and Psychopathic Records’ Boondox, drops some rock flavor on the track “Tried, Trued and Tested”.
Since the age of 15, The Dirtball (aka David Alexander) has dedicated himself to his music. Growing up in Oregon, Alexander quickly became preoccupied with drums and would be the rhythmic backbone for a number of different bands in the North West. In 1995, Dirtball decided to take his musical aspirations to the next level and formed funk-rock hybrid Chola and would tour the region cultivating a grassroots following. After six years of constant touring and recording with Chola, the band was on the brink of a national breakthrough, but personal and creative differences lead to the band’s demise.
“Chola opened the door and kind of schooled me in the art of rhyme, which helped me develop my style. Then, when the band finally disbanded, I knew right away I didn’t want to hide behind the drum kit anymore, so I just started focusing on developing my skills as a rapper,” Dirtball says of the switch from banging drum kits to spitting on the mic. “I grew up listening to rap and that’s what I loved. I never set out to be a fast rapper, it’s just this kind of unharnessed thing that I developed.”
After half a decade behind the kit, Dirtball decided it was time for a change and focused his efforts on perfecting the art of rhyme. His efforts proved fruitful when he developed a knack for creating a machinegun rapid fire flow that quickly became his trademark style. With a conscious effort to create super tight flawless lyrics, Alexander began his solo path as an MC and The Dirtball was born.
After recording a demo, The Dirtball’s rapid-fire rhymes caught the attention of California based Suburban Noize Records who signed him for the release of his debut, Pop-A-D-Ball. The album quickly jumpstarted his career and propelled him into two years of non-stop touring. His sophomore effort, Raptillion, was released in 2006 and became an instant underground classic that prompted PopMatters to say Dirtball’s “Rapid-fire rhymes and an ear for catchy choruses distinguish the rapper’s style, which at times sounds something like a sharper-edged Big Boi.”
The Dirtball is at the forefront of a bubbling underground scene that is taking over the hip-hop and rock scenes. In a time of record label closures and spiraling record sales, The Dirtball has rocketed into national fame with the persistence and will to survive in the jungle that is the music business. His strong work ethic and explosive live show has earned him tours with Tech N9ne, Hed PE, Kottonmouth Kings, Insane Clown Posse, and monstrous Strange Noize Tour, which went on to become one of 2007’s highest grossing independent tours. Silently lurking the underground live networks, Dirtball snaps off raps and will make listeners think twice about the capabilities of white rappers.
Inspired by the beauty of his home state and his love of creating music, Crook County’s diverse mixture of rock and hip-hop is eclectic enough to leave fans of all genres salivating for more. Powered by the machinegun attack of his motor-mouth and irresistible hooks, the album can dazzle fans of Southern Rap (Ying Yang Twins, Lil Jon), battle mainstream heavyweights (Twista, Lupe Fiasco), or stands toe-to-toe with underground legends (Tech 9ne, Kottonmouth Kings, or Insane Clown Posse).
“Crook County is actually the area where I live in Oregon. I was born and raised here, which ties into the record and how I’m bringing it back to my roots. I have a lot of old friends that I used to play with back in the day on this record and my parents have a blue grass band so they made it onto a track,” says the Pacific Northwest based rapper. “It’s definitely a different kind of album for me, but it’s a pretty well rounded diverse eclectic mixture of musical styles with a good group of guests. Each track is totally different from one another and I’m stoked about it.”
Crook County also features guest appearances by some of the heaviest hitters in the underground and detonates an explosive line-up of powerhouse collaborations. “Just a Friend” utilizes the breathtaking melodies of Lady Love to craft an infectious track about the hardships of maintaining relationships while out on the road, while Daddy X of Kottonmouth Kings drops by on “Mushroom Cloud” to expose the Dirtball’s psychedelic eating habits. Meanwhile, Suburban Noize heavyweight Big B appears on the track “All In”, LaCoka Nostra ‘s CeeKay rips through the track “Nightshade”, Johnny Richter of Kingspade duets about the rigors of the road on “Grind” and Psychopathic Records’ Boondox, drops some rock flavor on the track “Tried, Trued and Tested”.
Since the age of 15, The Dirtball (aka David Alexander) has dedicated himself to his music. Growing up in Oregon, Alexander quickly became preoccupied with drums and would be the rhythmic backbone for a number of different bands in the North West. In 1995, Dirtball decided to take his musical aspirations to the next level and formed funk-rock hybrid Chola and would tour the region cultivating a grassroots following. After six years of constant touring and recording with Chola, the band was on the brink of a national breakthrough, but personal and creative differences lead to the band’s demise.
“Chola opened the door and kind of schooled me in the art of rhyme, which helped me develop my style. Then, when the band finally disbanded, I knew right away I didn’t want to hide behind the drum kit anymore, so I just started focusing on developing my skills as a rapper,” Dirtball says of the switch from banging drum kits to spitting on the mic. “I grew up listening to rap and that’s what I loved. I never set out to be a fast rapper, it’s just this kind of unharnessed thing that I developed.”
After half a decade behind the kit, Dirtball decided it was time for a change and focused his efforts on perfecting the art of rhyme. His efforts proved fruitful when he developed a knack for creating a machinegun rapid fire flow that quickly became his trademark style. With a conscious effort to create super tight flawless lyrics, Alexander began his solo path as an MC and The Dirtball was born.
After recording a demo, The Dirtball’s rapid-fire rhymes caught the attention of California based Suburban Noize Records who signed him for the release of his debut, Pop-A-D-Ball. The album quickly jumpstarted his career and propelled him into two years of non-stop touring. His sophomore effort, Raptillion, was released in 2006 and became an instant underground classic that prompted PopMatters to say Dirtball’s “Rapid-fire rhymes and an ear for catchy choruses distinguish the rapper’s style, which at times sounds something like a sharper-edged Big Boi.”
The Dirtball is at the forefront of a bubbling underground scene that is taking over the hip-hop and rock scenes. In a time of record label closures and spiraling record sales, The Dirtball has rocketed into national fame with the persistence and will to survive in the jungle that is the music business. His strong work ethic and explosive live show has earned him tours with Tech N9ne, Hed PE, Kottonmouth Kings, Insane Clown Posse, and monstrous Strange Noize Tour, which went on to become one of 2007’s highest grossing independent tours. Silently lurking the underground live networks, Dirtball snaps off raps and will make listeners think twice about the capabilities of white rappers.
Not Afraid
The Dirtball Lyrics
We have lyrics for 'Not Afraid' by these artists:
-eminem I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid) Yeah To take a stand (to…
1TEAM WHO U WHO ME 이젠 헷갈릴 시간도 없이 쫓겨 내…
@Eminem I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid) Yeah To take a stand (to…
Acceptance Not afraid of the sounds you make Not afraid of the…
Adrian Bello Fighting the ocean Trapped in your seas I am going down to…
Andy Moor ft. Betsie Larkin Why did you try to break me down Did you think…
ANGELA (Vo. Alisa) 作词：LINENEY 作曲：Dropgun 编曲：ALisa，ONESTEP…
Anvil Not afraid of looking back Not afraid of what I lack I'm…
ATTACK ATTACK Do you recommend this? Forget everything you were told when…
B.A.M. Cause I'm not afraid to say that I miss you You…
Betsie Larkin & Andy Moor Why did you try to break me down Did you think…
Billfold It's just a day When I wake up and find myself…
Bizzy Bone Yeah Studio rap productions (this is how we ride) Uh (and th…
Bridget Kelly Shades on, brand new sneakers Red lipstick and ripped up jea…
C-C-B We walked into school for the first time Not too long…
Charcoalcity Not afraid When it’ s late and the sun goes down…
Combat Crisis Take your opinion-I never fuckin' asked you. Every time it'…
Country Yard Sharp pain, the needle goes Diving into the flesh Sketch of …
CRC Music Light up the dark with songs of praise We're not ashamed…
D-Maniac (On and on) Without you (On and on) But i threw myself from…
Dee-1 You can't run away when you ain't got no place…
DizzyEight Geno Five Storm coming, I can see it but I'm not afraid…
E.m.i.n.e.m She sneaks out in the middle of the night, yeah Tight…
Ear Shot Don't leave me alone I'm feeling so numb I need you to…
Egemen Kızıltekin I hate to show my confidence But you go too far…
Eminem I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid) Yeah To take a stand (to…
Eminem (clean) I'm not afraid, I'm not afraid (yeah) To take a stand,…
Eminem - Im not afraid I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid) Yeah To take a stand (to…
Eminem Feat. Skylar Grey I'm not afraid, I'm not afraid (yeah) To take a stand,…
Eminem ft.Lil Wayne I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid) Yeah To take a stand (to…
Eminem [.::HipHop2.tk::.] I'm not afraid, I'm not afraid (yeah) To take a stand,…
Eminem [drivemusic.me] I'm not afraid to break I'm on the verge to break There's…
Eminem [Song20.com] I'm not afraid, I'm not afraid (yeah) To take a stand,…
Eminem/Musicfire.in I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid) Yeah To take a stand (to…
Eminem〱 I'm not afraid, I'm not afraid (yeah) To take a stand,…
EMINƎM I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid) Yeah To take a stand (to…
Forest Sun I will not be afraid To let my love blossom Though at…
G-Spliff We are not afraid We are not afraid 想像してみて キミは経験の浅いボクサー そう例…
Gbenga Akinfenwa I'm not afraid Jesus You are on the Throne I'm not…
gjan I'll fuck up everything You say my mind stinks I can not…
Hari Kirtan I am not afraid of Lord Indra′s thunderbolt The surpantine p…
Heart Of God Church Give me faith to move this mountain Walk me through my…
Holms Pull me away and drive me crazy with your moves i cant…
In Control Through the years I've come to realize that there's always…
INTRN I'm not afraid to love you If you don't love me…
Jake and Jake Okay I'm not afraid to die 'bouta go insane Okay I'ma…
Jayms I am not afraid to die (Die) I am not afraid,…
Jesus Culture & Kim Walker-Smith I have this confidence because I've seen the faithfulness of…
Jocie Guo MAI-A-HEE MAI-A-HU MAI-A-HO MAI-A-HA-HA MAI-A-HEE MAI-A-HU M…
Jordyn Find me standing on skyscrapers with a parachute, ay Find me…
Justin Mylo Colors come alive when I think of you You cannot deny…
Kinky They say dreams enter from the feet So they recommend bare…
Lacuna Coil Watch your back because I am coming closer. Shivers down yo…
Larry Thomas Moore Jr. Just because you can't see doesn't mean I'm not here Just…
Leon the Lover Happened so fast yeah I don't even know how Guess…
Main Line 10 I say NO! No more bullshit, don't discriminate, we're all th…
Marc Benjamin Not Afraid Lyrics and Melody Chris Willis /Allan Eshuijs T…
Mastamic MastaMic,鄭欣宜 害怕最後會失去 歩伐開始進退失據 唔敢再去爭取 諗過係咪就咁放手引退 用籍口麻醉恐懼 寧願做懦…
Matt Gregory Lost my heart, wore my loneliness like a crown Scared to…
Metatrone I'm walking along the city I'm coming from the night I feel…
Middleage Let me sneak around you Leave a little space Touch…
mind.in.a.box It's in their faces every day Trapped in their world of…
Minute Taker Ooooo Ooooo Ooooo Ooooo Surrender Your state of winter Embr…
Mountains vs. Machines Tall onto the pillars of fire Inside the covenant I'm placin…
Ofln - Eminem I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid) Yeah To take a stand (to…
Our Lady Peace Driving down the one way road Some courage and the radio W…
Planet Booty I feel broken. I feel beat up. I hold my head…
Punchline Why do I want you How can you say thing Like what…
Rhythms Del Mundo I'm not afraid, I'm not afraid (yeah) To take a stand,…
Rhythms Del Mundo featuring Eminem & TS1 I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid) Yeah To take a stand (to…
Sicboy Thin line walks in circles 'Round here was the blame They p…
Sisqó Yo I swear I been through it all And I pray…
Somna & Yang feat. Noire Lee It′s getting late in the day So sick of playing it…
Stephanie Smith I'm not afraid Not afraid not afraid I'm not afraid not…
Straight Ahead Never turn your back. It's time to care. Stop the…
straightline Watch out, we′re coming for revolution We came to protest an…
Sunny Choi feat Eminem I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid) Yeah To take a stand (to…
takayan Yeah 幸福な自分 憎いんだろ? 分かるよ ほら 幾らでもしろ hate me, yo ブチ壊れた景色見せて行くよ …
Take a Stand Im not afraid to take a stand Everybody come take my…
Tesla Machine Tall onto the pillars of fire Inside the covenant I'm placin…
The Christs To stare into the deepest pits of blue Which I have…
The Rare Occasions I have a gift for you all It is this magic…
Tommy Rando Rando/Hannan 2002 © Fight the demons in my head Through cur…
Tough Rhymes I'm not afraid, I'm not afraid (yeah) To take a stand,…
TOYMATZ I'm not afraid anymore…
Tree In the beginning from the start its been a conscious…
various artists I′m not afraid (I'm not afraid) To take a stand (to…
Your Mistake I'm not afraid to face the truth This life has made…
♫ Eminem I'm not afraid, I'm not afraid (yeah) To take a stand,…
たかやん Yeah 幸福な自分 憎いんだろ? 分かるよ ほら 幾らでもしろ hate me, yo ブチ壊れた景色見せて行くよ …
アンジェラ (Vo. Alisa) 作词：LINENEY 作曲：Dropgun 编曲：ALisa，ONESTEP…
ＥＭＩＮＥＭ I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid) Yeah To take a stand (to…
We have lyrics for these tracks by The Dirtball:
I Came to Party I came to party (Yeeah!) We came to party (Girls!) Please mo…
Intro Ohh wee My darlin' Can I make love to you…
Just Me It's just me The only one that get my dirt done And…
Moonshine Rhyme This is my moonshine rhyme You know I stay drunk most…
Mushroom Cloud Well good morning my friends, today we shall discuss the…
Mushrooms "Well good morning my friends, today we shall discuss the…
No Cops Uh, yeah, we got a suspicious kid that got in…
The lyrics are frequently found in the comments by searching or by filtering for lyric videos
More Genres
No Artists Found
More Artists
Load All
No Albums Found
More Albums
Load All
No Tracks Found
Genre not found
Artist not found
Album not found
Search results not found
Song not found