According to the Pass Out Songfacts, Okogwu came up with his stage name at the age of 13. He looked up 'anger' in the thesaurus and found himself staring at 'temper.' Concerned it might be overly aggresive he added 'Tinie.'
Tinie Tempah first gained recognition in the underground music scene with the track Wifey, taken from his first official mixtape Hood Econ%mics Room 147: The 80 Minute Course. Upon it's release, the track became an instant smash, holding the Channel U urban chart top spot for 10 consecutive weeks. Established artists within the Grime scene including Bashy and Chipmunk featured on the mixtape. In 2009 Tinie Tempah released his second official mixtape Sexy Beast: Volume 1.
In October 2009 Tinie Tempah announced a record deal with EMI/Parlophone. He released his debut album on the label, disc-overy, on October 4th 2010. The album spawned six consecutive top 20 singles in the UK including number ones pass out and written in the stars, and swedish house mafia collaborative single miami 2 ibiza.
disc-overy is due for release in the US on May 17th 2011. The tracklist for the album features new collaborations with wiz khalifa, bei maejor and ester dean. It was preceded by written in the stars as it's lead single, which has thus far peaked at 12 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Mosh Pit
Tinie Tempah Lyrics
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I be what they talking about and why they gossip
This for them ghetto kids and them posh kids
I make them turn us because I'm up a couple notches
Them Jordans sneaks up in my feet looking spotless
I be on that heavy metal wave and that rock shit
Bitch, I'm 30 000 feet, meet me in my cockpit
I be in the middle of a motherfucking mosh pit
Every day I'm fucking someone different on my mattress
I be one night standing, not tryna be romantic
Get it tiny Tinie but I'm 'bout to be gigantic
It's a madness every single time, I'm landing back and spastick
A thing about the Ritz and now I'm nagging at the Grammy
Good music I be mashing like I'm angry
Mind over matter, you ain't need to know
My life with you don't even matter
Mind over matter, you ain't need to know
My life with you don't even matter
Tinie Tempah's song Mosh Pit depicts the rapper's success and how he went from being a part of the ghetto to making it even with the posh kids. In the first verse, he talks about how he has lost touch with the things he used to have and that he is now the talk of town. He attributes his success to being able to bridge the gap between the ghetto and the posh kids. He also mentions his expensive shoes that stay spotless even though he is always in the middle of the mosh pit.
He goes on to describe how he is living a lavish life, attending fashion weeks in Milan and Paris, and having sexual relationships with different people every day. He does not want a romantic relationship but is looking to expand his horizons and become more successful, going from being "tiny Tinie" to "gigantic."
The chorus repeats the phrase "Mind over matter, you ain't need to know, my life with you don't even matter" which is a representation of his focus on his own success and how he is not concerned with what other people think of him.
Overall, Tinie Tempah's Mosh Pit represents his success story and how he transitioned from humble beginnings to being a recognizable figure in the music industry.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, all my gually guap shit, I think I lost it
I used to have all my money and possessions, but now I think they're all gone.
I be what they talking about and why they gossip
People talk about me a lot and that's why they spread rumors and gossip.
This for them ghetto kids and them posh kids
This song is for both poor and rich kids alike.
I make them turn us because I'm up a couple notches
I make them notice us now because I'm more successful.
Them Jordans sneaks up in my feet looking spotless
My Jordans look clean and spotless on my feet.
I be on that heavy metal wave and that rock shit
I listen to heavy metal and rock music.
Bitch, I'm 30 000 feet, meet me in my cockpit
I'm high up in the air, meet me in my plane's cockpit.
I be in the middle of a motherfucking mosh pit
I'm always at the center of a wild, chaotic mosh pit during concerts.
Living kinda lavish, fashion week in Milan, fashion week in Paris
I live a luxurious life and even attend fashion weeks in Milan and Paris.
Every day I'm fucking someone different on my mattress
I have sex with different people every day on my bed.
I be one night standing, not tryna be romantic
I prefer one night stands and not being romantic with anyone.
Get it tiny Tinie but I'm 'bout to be gigantic
I may have a small name (Tinie), but I'm about to become very famous (gigantic).
It's a madness every single time, I'm landing back and spastic
It's always crazy and chaotic every time I come back to my hometown.
A thing about the Ritz and now I'm nagging at the Grammy
I used to think about staying at the Ritz hotel, but now I'm aiming for a Grammy Award.
Good music I be mashing like I'm angry
I make great music like I'm angry and passionate about it.
Mind over matter, you ain't need to know
I prioritize what matters and you don't need to know what that is.
My life with you don't even matter
My life doesn't revolve around you.
Contributed by Amelia E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Irina Libedinsky
Finally a version without censure! Love you Tinie! This album rocksss
Tommy 82
Massive power song 😎
Dan Canyon
I gotta fly to the UK just to hear Demonstration. Worth it.
Iyanu Oke
Soo good
Iyanu Oke
Soo on key
C0ffin
My new favorite song. ;
Iyanu Oke
Awasome
Irina Libedinsky
And obviously,YOU rock hahaha
Chris Goodenough
OMG Dizzee is on fire :o
Sun Jara
@*****
Ah, thanks.