Yellow Claw first gained popularity in the middle of 2010, after founding and hosting a night party at one of Amsterdam's most famous night clubs, the Jimmy Woo. During 2012 and 2013, they released a number of successful singles, which charted on the Dutch and Belgian national charts: "Krokobil", "Nooit Meer Slapen", "Thunder" and "Last Night Ever". The music videos for the singles became viral, each gaining over four million views on YouTube. During that time, Yellow Claw performed at many Dutch festivals, such as DirtyDutch Festival, Sneakerz Festival, Latin Village Festival and Solar Festival.
In 2013, Yellow Claw signed to Diplo's label Mad Decent. On 7 March 2013, they released their first international EP Amsterdam Trap Music. In June, they performed at Diplo and Friends on BBC Radio 1, and in July – at the 2013 Tomorrowland Festival. On 26 September 2013, they put out their second EP, titled Amsterdam Twerk Music.
On 1 November 2013, after signing to Spinnin' Records, the group released their first international single "Shotgun", featuring vocals from Dutch singer Rochelle. The single peaked at number 10 in the Netherlands and number 20 in Belgium. On 8 November 2013, Yellow Claw released a collaboration single with Flosstradamus, titled "Pillz", under Fool's Gold Records and Ultra Music.
In 2015, Yellow Claw released their debut studio album, Blood for Mercy. The album's lead single, "In My Room" features American record producer DJ Mustard and American rappers Ty Dolla Sign and Tyga.
On 22 June 2016, Yellow Claw announced on their official Facebook page that MC Bizzey decided to leave the group since he became a father. EDC Las Vegas 2016 was their last show as a trio.
In March 2017, Yellow Claw released their second studio album called Los Amsterdam. The album's included several hit song such as "Light Years" featuring Rochelle, "City On Lockdown" featuring Lil Debbie, "Good Day" features DJ Snake & Elliphant, "Hold on to Me" featuring GTA. The album released under Mad Decent Label.
On July 2017, Yellow Claw Performed on the Mainstage of Tomorrowland 2017, this mark their first ever act on the Mainstage.
Techno
Yellow Claw Lyrics
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We selling kush, not white, boy
See my plug is a white boy
We selling kush, not white, boy
Yeah, my trap going techno
Yeah, my trap going techno
Yeah, my trap going techno
Got the party jumping like, got the party jumping like
Got the party jumping like, got the party jumping like
Jumping like, jumping like, jumping like, jumping like
Like, like, like, like trap going techno
I got the club jumping like a thousand jumping jacks (you know)
Spending money, see me burning through these oven racks
The club is packed front to back, man, I'm loving that (you know)
And all these ladies want my babies, that's a fucking fact
See the club is in molly's world
I think your girl geeking on that white, girl
See the club is in molly's world
I think your girl geeking on that white, girl
Yeah, my trap going techno
Yeah, my trap going techno
Yeah, my trap going techno
Yeah, my trap going techno
Got the party jumping like, got the party jumping like
Got the party jumping like, got the party jumping like
Jumping like, jumping like, jumping like, jumping like
Like, like, like, like trap going techno
The lyrics of Yellow Claw's "Techno" are about the transformation of the drug dealer's business, highlighting a change from selling marijuana to a more diverse range of drugs. This is hinted in the opening lines, "See my plug is a white boy / We selling kush, not white, boy," where the dealer clarifies that they are not selling cocaine, they are only selling marijuana. The chorus "Yeah, my trap going techno / Got the party jumping like," emphasizes the party atmosphere that the dealer creates by selling various drugs, including the popular party drug MDMA, commonly known as molly. The dealer claims that the molly has taken over the club scene, as seen in the lines, "See the club is in molly's world / I think your girl geeking on that white, girl."
The verses of the song highlight the success of the dealer's enterprise by attracting large crowds of people and making them dance. The lyrics, "I got the club jumping like a thousand jumping jacks / Spending money, see me burning through these oven racks," describe the fun-filled club atmosphere that the dealer has created. The song speaks of a dealer's transition to selling different drugs and their success in creating a techno club scene that attracts many people.
Line by Line Meaning
See my plug is a white boy
The person supplying Yellow Claw with drugs is a caucasian male.
We selling kush, not white, boy
Yellow Claw sells primarily marijuana, not cocaine.
Yeah, my trap going techno
Yellow Claw's drug operation is becoming more advanced and modern, like the electronic music genre 'techno'.
Got the party jumping like, got the party jumping like
Yellow Claw's music is causing the club to become lively and energetic.
Jumping like, jumping like, jumping like, jumping like
The excitement level of the club is incredibly high and active.
I got the club jumping like a thousand jumping jacks (you know)
Yellow Claw's music is causing the club to become very fun and lively, akin to the exercise of jumping jacks.
Spending money, see me burning through these oven racks
Yellow Claw is spending a lot of cash, likely from drug sales, in a way that is similar to burning money on a hot surface.
The club is packed front to back, man, I'm loving that (you know)
Yellow Claw is excited and pleased with how full the club is, with attendees spanning from front to back.
And all these ladies want my babies, that's a fucking fact
Women desire to have sexual relations with Yellow Claw, possibly leading to him fathering a child.
See the club is in molly's world
Ecstasy, commonly referred to as 'molly', is prevalent and influential in the club atmosphere.
I think your girl geeking on that white, girl
The singer suspects that someone's girlfriend is high on cocaine.
Like, like, like, like trap going techno
Yellow Claw enjoys the blending of trap music with techno, and notices the similarity between the phrases 'like' and 'trap going techno'.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, CTM Publishing, Peermusic Publishing, Cloud9, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LEENDERT P.G. LEO ROELANDSCHAP, THOMAS WESLEY PENTZ, MAXIMILIAAN J MAX OUDE WEERNINK, JIMMY J G L JIM TAIHUTTU, NILS RONDHUIS, JAN STADHOUDERS, MITCHELL VREESWIJK, JUAQUIN JAMES MALPHURS
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@TheYellowclaw
Miss bumping this live.
@LoVeLoVe-bi2rq
Then do it.
@Ra1dsteel
Залетел посмотреть этот шедевр!
@hsh776
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@wopwopkross
Then do so!
@oasisrp211
First time hearing this and its 2021 bro, send it, no balls
@laceymitchell6559
At first I thought this video was promoting drugs... But at the end this totally made me respect every second of this video....
@samu51197
the opposite .the message is that drugs are worthless and they are a risk for our health I love the song and I love the video the video is shocking but there is a message
@tilinh389
gonna snore a line for you brother
@fluxcap4630
Just dont watch the end 👌