Joker Smoker
Triston Palmer Lyrics
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Some a joker smoker, joker smoker, joker smoker
Smoking is a habit, some man can' maintain it, oh yeah-yeh-yeh
Them come on your corner, them a beg you sensimilla, yeh-yeh-yeh
You gi' them sensimilla, them a beg you a rizla, yeh-yeh-yeh
You gi' them de rizla, them a borrow your lighter
To give away I don't feel no way
But every day you a come wit' your same say
"May I beg you a spliff, sir?
May I beg you a cigarette, sir?
May I borrow your lighter?"
'Cause them a joker smoker
Joker smoker, joker smoker
Smoking is a habit, some man can' maintain it, oh-ho-yeah-eh-eh
Them come on your corner, them a beg you sensimilla, yeh-yeh-yeh
You gi' them sensimilla, them a beg you a rizla
'Cause them a joker smoker, 'cause them a joker smoker
Joker smoker, joker smoker
To give away I don't feel no way
But every day you a come wit' the same say
"May I beg you a spliff, sir?
May I beg you a cigarette, sir?
May I borrow your lighter?"
'Cause you a joker smoker, joker smoker
Smoking is a habit, some man can' maintain it, no-no-no-oh
Them come on your corner, them a beg you sensimilla
You gi' them sensimilla, them a beg you a rizla, yeh-yeh-yeh
You gi' them de rizla, them a borrow your lighter
'Cause them a joker smoker, 'cause them a joker smoker
Cause you a joker smoker
Back weh joker smoker, well
Joker smoker, joker smoker
Dem come 'pon your corner, dem a beg you sensmilla
'Cause them a joker smoker
Them a borrow mi lighter
Them a beg mi a rizla
'Cause them a joker smoker
The song "Joker Smoker" by Triston Palmer talks about a common experience for smokers who are approached by strangers on the street asking for a lighter, rolling papers, or a cigarette. The term "joker smoker" refers to individuals who are habitual beggars or "jokers" who only smoke when they get cigarettes or marijuana from unsuspecting smokers. The lyrics convey Palmer's frustration with smokers who continuously beg for his help, only to disappear after receiving what they want.
The repetitiveness of the phrase "May I beg you a spliff, sir? May I beg you a cigarette, sir? May I borrow your lighter?" emphasizes the singer's annoyance with these individuals. The line "smoking is a habit, some man can't maintain it" highlights the addictive nature of smoking and how it can disrupt people's lives.
Palmer's use of Jamaican Patois adds another layer of meaning to the song. The word "sensimilla," which means marijuana, is a Jamaican slang term; "rizla" refers to rolling papers, and "spliff" refers to a joint. In this way, the song speaks to a particular cultural context and serves as commentary on a facet of Jamaican street culture. It also presents smoking as a social activity that can bring people together or create friction between strangers.
Line by Line Meaning
Joker smoker, joker smoker
The repetition emphasizes that the song is about those who smoke weed habitually and irresponsibly.
Smoking is a habit, some man can' maintain it, oh yeah-yeh-yeh
Some people can't handle smoking weed in moderation; it becomes a habit, and they can't live without it.
Them come on your corner, them a beg you sensimilla, yeh-yeh-yeh
People who smoke weed habitually will come to you and ask for some weed.
You gi' them sensimilla, them a beg you a rizla, yeh-yeh-yeh
If you give them weed, they'll ask you for papers to roll it up.
You gi' them de rizla, them a borrow your lighter
If you give them papers, they'll ask you to borrow your lighter to light it up.
To give away I don't feel no way
The singer doesn't mind giving away weed, papers, or a lighter.
But every day you a come wit' your same say
The same people will come to you every day with the same request for weed, papers, or lighter.
"May I beg you a spliff, sir?
May I beg you a cigarette, sir?
May I borrow your lighter?"
The repeated requests for weed, tobacco, and lighter are signs of habitual irresponsible smoking.
'Cause them a joker smoker
The people who smoke irresponsibly and habitually are joker smokers.
Smoking is a habit, some man can' maintain it, oh-ho-yeah-eh-eh
Irresponsible and habitual smoking is a problem, and some people can't control it.
'Cause them a joker smoker, 'cause them a joker smoker
Joker smoker, joker smoker
The chorus repeats that these people are habitual and irresponsible smokers.
Cause you a joker smoker, joker smoker
The singer is addressing someone in particular as a habitual and irresponsible smoker.
Back weh joker smoker, well
Joker smoker, joker smoker
The singer doesn't want to associate with habitual and irresponsible smokers.
Dem come 'pon your corner, dem a beg you sensmilla
People who smoke irresponsibly will come to your place and ask for weed.
'Cause them a joker smoker
These people are jokers because of their irresponsible and habitual smoking behavior.
Them a borrow mi lighter
Them a beg mi a rizla
'Cause them a joker smoker
These people will borrow your lighter and ask you for papers to roll their weed, making them habitual and irresponsible smokers.
Contributed by Sydney R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@koechchepkole
Joker smoker, joker smoker
Some a joker smoker, joker smoker, joker smoker
Smoking is a habit, some man can' maintain it, oh yeah-yeh-yeh
Them come on your corner, them a beg you sensimilla, yeh-yeh-yeh
You gi' them sensimilla, them a beg you a rizla, yeh-yeh-yeh
You gi' them de rizla, them a borrow your lighter
To give away I don't feel no way
But every day you a come wit' your same say
"May I beg you a spliff, sir?
May I beg you a cigarette, sir?
May I borrow your lighter?"
'Cause them a joker smoker
Joker smoker, joker smoker
Smoking is a habit, some man can' maintain it, oh-ho-yeah-eh-eh
Them come on your corner, them a beg you sensimilla, yeh-yeh-yeh
You gi' them sensimilla, them a beg you a rizla
'Cause them a joker smoker, 'cause them a joker smoker
Joker smoker, joker smoker
To give away I don't feel no way
But every day you a come wit' the same say
"May I beg you a spliff, sir?
May I beg you a cigarette, sir?
May I borrow your lighter?"
'Cause you a joker smoker, joker smoker
Smoking is a habit, some man can' maintain it, no-no-no-oh
Them come on your corner, them a beg you sensimilla
You gi' them sensimilla, them a beg you a rizla, yeh-yeh-yeh
You gi' them de rizla, them a borrow your lighter
'Cause them a joker smoker, 'cause them a joker smoker
Cause you a joker smoker
Back weh joker smoker, well
Joker smoker, joker smoker
Dem come 'pon your corner, dem a beg you sensmilla
'Cause them a joker smoker
Them a borrow mi lighter
Them a beg mi a rizla
'Cause them a joker smoker
@konkbowy5981
who is wacthing 2024 πβ€
@MrRamsayKid
Smoking is a habit, some man cyant maintain it. WHEEEEEL UP
@jahseedbless7400
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@puresim316nosimracingnolif3
Blaze π₯ up πππ
@tse1950
Smoking amd listeningππ·π―π²
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Listening this in 2024 ππ
@professorprofessor9523
Triston Palmerπ§π·π―π² Reggae Roots Fortaleza- CE salve ! Salve.....
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@thiagomacedo0810
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@sexynelson100
This tune is about the next man who cannot roll a good spliff..
he goes to next man to roll up the spliff for him.. but next man also needs a rizla
and a cigeratte and a lighter.. and he's the joker smoker...lol. luv it
@ChrisTopher-gd8xh
Listening to this song power sweeping a truck bay. Helps lol