Twiztid's debut album, Mostasteless, was originally released independently by Psychopathic in 1997, but was pulled, then re-released a year later on Twiztid's new label; Island with a somewhat different track listing as a result of uncleared samples in a few songs in the original release.
On October 31, 2000, Twiztid released their second studio album, Freek Show. The album peaked at #51 on the Billboard 200. In 2002, Twiztid released the extended play Mirror Mirror. Mirror Mirror peaked at #5 on the Top Independent Albums chart, and #103 on the Billboard 200.
In 2003, Twiztid released its third studio album, The Green Book. The Green Book peaked at #2 on the Top Independent Charts and #52 on the Billboard 200.
On June 28, 2005, Twiztid released its fourth studio album, Man's Myth, Vol. 1 the first half of a double album concluding with Mutant, Vol. 2 , released the following month. Man's Myth focuses on the angst of growing up in a lying world, while Mutant deals with the outcome of this upbringing. Man's Myth peaked at #4 on the Top Independent Albums chart, #62 on the Top Internet Albums chart and the Billboard 200. Mutant peaked at #11 on the Top Independent Albums chart, #80 on the Billboard 200, and #215 on the Top Internet Albums chart.
On July 4, 2007, Twiztid released its sixth studio album, Independents Day. The album featured guest appearances from rappers signed to independent record labels, such as The Dayton Family, Tha Dogg Pound, Hed PE frontman Jahred Shane, Tech N9ne and Krizz Kaliko. It also notably features appearances by D12 members Proof and Bizarre. Proof's colaboration with Twiztid entitled, "How I Live" was Proof's last song before his death in April 2007. The album peaked at #4 on the Top Independent Albums chart, #9 on the Top Rap Albums chart and #57 on the Billboard 200.
On March 17, 2009, Twiztid released its seventh studio album, W.I.C.K.E.D (Wish I Could Kill Every Day). W.I.C.K.E.D is Twiztid's currently highest charting album, peaking at #11 on the Billboard 200, #4 on the Top Rap Albums chart, and #1 on the Top Independent Albums chart.
Twiztid's ninth studio album, "Heartbroken & Homicidal," was released on September 21, 2010.
On October 22nd, 2012 Twiztid released their tenth studio album Abominationz. It featured The Insane Clown Posse, and Royce Da 5'9.
On December 12th, 2012 the group announced via Twitter and Facebook that they have parted ways with Psychopathic Records.
Set By Example
Twiztid Lyrics
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But most of my own examples
Are horror shows and me losing control
and flying off the handle
Please help me find my head
We set by example
with my head on straight
I got a new attitude
And a funny outlook on things
These things
No, I'm not obsessed
No, I'm not upset
No, I'm not anything at all.
No, I won't hurt you
Maybe I'm not well
Have I ever told the truth at all
Let me tell you what I've been thinking
No one knows what goes on inside of me
Now I'm drinking and self-medicating
Lonely, Growing, a time-bomb of changing.
Gotta make a better choice of my time
Gotta find a voice to help me walk that very fine line.
Spilling my guts to a mirror and you ain't doing nothing
but it's making it worse and its clear I got a problem with you.
I'm alive today (You can't kill me)
I'm alive today (You can't kill me)
I'm alive today (You can't kill me)
I'm alive today (You can't kill me)
We set by example
So they're watching every move that we make.
Being critical, giving us stuff so that it can be so
Criminal
Criminal
Criminal
Criminal
We've got nothing left to lose!
No, I'm not obsessed
No, I'm not upset
No, I'm not anything at all.
No, I won't hurt you
Maybe I'm not well
Have I ever told the truth at all
Let me tell you what I've been thinking
You can't kill me
Leave me alone, and don't let no body know
That I just want you (You!)
You (You!)
You (You!)
All I want is just you (You!)
You (You!)
You (You!)
One more time and I'm like
Leave me alone, and don't let no body know
That I just want you (You!)
You (You!)
You (You!)
All I want is just you (You!)
You (You!)
You (You!)
One more time while I'm you (You!)
You (You!)
You (You!)
No, I'm not obsessed
No, I'm not upset
No, I'm not anything at all.
No, I won't hurt you
Maybe I'm not well
Have I ever told the truth at all
It's not our intention to leave you infected
It's the way we feel inside, and cannot be corrected
It's not our intention to leave you infected
It's the way we feel inside, and cannot be corrected
It's not our intention to leave you infected
It's the way we feel inside, and cannot be corrected
It's not our intention to leave you infected
It's the way we feel inside, and cannot be corrected
The lyrics to Twiztid's "Set By Example" explore the idea of living a life under public scrutiny and the pressures that come with being a public figure. The song starts off with the realization that despite setting an example for others, the singer has struggled with horror shows and losing control. The lyrics "Please help me find my head" suggest a sense of disorientation and a plea for guidance.
The next verse describes the singer's desire to make positive changes in their life. They want to have a new attitude and a funny outlook on things. However, they acknowledge that they may not be feeling their best and question whether they have ever told the truth. They mention drinking and self-medicating as a way to cope with their struggles.
The chorus reflects the pressure of being watched closely and judged by others. The repetition of the word "criminal" suggests a sense of persecution and being unfairly judged. The song ends with the idea that the intention is not to infect others but rather the way they feel inside cannot be corrected.
Overall, the song highlights the internal struggle of trying to set a positive example while dealing with personal demons and the scrutiny of others.
Line by Line Meaning
We set by example
We lead by showing how things should be done
But most of my own examples
However, most of the things I do are not good examples
Are horror shows and me losing control
They are chaotic and uncontrollable
and flying off the handle
I tend to lose my temper easily
Please help me find my head
I need help in getting back to being calm and rational
So I gotta feel a bit sick if life
I have to feel some discomfort to understand the gravity of my actions
with my head on straight
When I am thinking clearly
I got a new attitude
I have a fresh perspective on things
And a funny outlook on things
I have an unconventional way of viewing the world
No, I'm not obsessed
I am not consumed by anything in particular
No, I'm not upset
I am not angry or distressed
No, I'm not anything at all.
I don't have any distinct emotions
No, I won't hurt you
I have no intention of causing you harm
Maybe I'm not well
Perhaps I have some troubling issues
Have I ever told the truth at all
I question the truthfulness of my own words
Let me tell you what I've been thinking
I want to share my thoughts with you
No one knows what goes on inside of me
I keep my inner feelings to myself
Now I'm drinking and self-medicating
I am using alcohol and drugs to cope with my problems
Lonely, Growing, a time-bomb of changing.
I feel isolated, evolving, and on the verge of losing control
Gotta make a better choice of my time
I need to use my time more productively
Gotta find a voice to help me walk that very fine line.
I need someone to guide me in making better choices
Spilling my guts to a mirror and you ain't doing nothing
Confessing my problems to myself and others doesn't help
but it's making it worse and its clear I got a problem with you.
Talking about my issues is causing more harm and it's evident that you are part of the problem
I'm alive today (You can't kill me)
I have survived despite difficult circumstances and cannot be brought down
We set by example
We are leaders who guide others by example
So they're watching every move that we make.
Others are paying close attention to our actions
Being critical, giving us stuff so that it can be so
They are judging us and trying to undermine our efforts
Criminal
They are attempting to make us seem like bad people
We've got nothing left to lose!
We are at our lowest point
Let me tell you what I've been thinking
I want to share my thoughts with you
You can't kill me
I refuse to be brought down by external forces
Leave me alone, and don't let no body know
I want to be left alone and keep my feelings to myself
That I just want you (You!)
You (You!)
You (You!)
All I want is just you (You!)
You (You!)
You (You!)
One more time and I'm like
I desire your attention and affection
It's not our intention to leave you infected
We don't want to harm you
It's the way we feel inside, and cannot be corrected
Our problems are deep-rooted and not easily fixed
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Ashes Phoenix
Please help me find..
Wee set by example ....
No im not obsessed
No im not upset..
No im not anything at all
No I won't hurt you..
Have I ever told the truth at all..
Leave me alone and don't let nobody know that I just want you
You
You
You
So criminal
Its not our intention to leave you infected its the way we feel inside and can not be corrected...
Natas O.o
Twiztid fuckin kills everything they try! Not many groups can do this they try a whole other style than what they normally do and most people fuck it up but Twiztid just makes it look so easy.
tommytwo8s
They need to do more stuff like this.
Loonatyk (OFFICIAL)
@Veica I'm sure not happy with it. To me, now (2015–present) it almost feels more forced than natural like what they done prior.
meep _
Hozti
Veica
Well they just did, are you proud?
The MAJIKAL Ninja Brett1111
I'm re listening to this album I bought it when it was released and I see they kill everything they do cause they ain't fake they keep it fucking real and constantly improve amazing :) :) :)
Steven Knotts
The demented duo never let's me down and I need this CD right now
Jimmy Johnson
Re Listening to this after the worst breakup of my life. i never payed attention to this song when i bought the album a week after it's release but now i really love it.
Mischievous Fish
This whole album is about dealing with heartbreak and shit.
LSSJ THOR
Underrated album. This and Mutant vol.2. We need more metal/rock from TwIZtid.
🤘⛧💀⛧🤘 horns up!