After releasing a pair of albums with the Freestyle Fellowship, To Whom it May Concern... and Innercity Griots, Acey signed to Capitol Records and released his highly acclaimed solo debut, All Balls Don't Bounce, in 1995. He returned three years later with his second album, A Book of Human Language, a collaboration with producer Mumbles.
Acey returned solo again in 2001 with his third solo album, Accepted Eclectic. In 2002, the Freestyle Fellowship returned after 9 years for the release of their third group album, Shockadoom. 2002 and 2003 saw two more solo releases, Hip Hop and the World We Live In and Love & Hate and another A-Team album ('Lab Down Under'). In 2006, Aceyalone released two more solo projects, first, Magnificent City, a collaboration with producer RJD2, followed by Grand Imperial. 2007 sees Acey releasing the first in his planned explorations of world musics, Lightining Stikes.
Widely recognized as one of the more lyrically gifted in the history of emceeing, Aceyalone embodies the sophisticated west coast style that is showcased in other indie artists such as Blackalicious and Del Tha Funkee Homosapien.
Master featuring Jah Orah
Aceyalone Lyrics
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When you see somebody stumbling when they walk by
Tell 'em "hey kid, walk straight, master your high" -> Slick Rick
Droolin from the mouth with them bloodshot eyes
Tell 'em "hey kid, walk straight, master your high"
You took a half of shrooms and now you bout to cry?
"Hey kid, walk straight, master your high"
Can't remember a thing no matter how hard you try
First you start mumbling
Then you start stumbling
Then your motor skills start malfunctioning
Could it be the intake
Of the chemical that makes your body shake
All over, so critical
First one running to the bar
To get a drink
First one hanging out the car
Chunky pink
Really paralyzed, numb up and sedated
Moving with that rubber band body when you faded
Smoke about an ounce of weed
Drank ten beers, it's just a
Matter of time before you start getting the fears
You can't steer? (you can't steer?)
You can't hear? (you can't hear?)
You ain't here, you can't steer clear?
You want to go home?
[Chorus]
When you see somebody stumbling when they walk by
Tell 'em "hey kid, walk straight, master your high" (->Slick Rick, 'Hey
Young World' (I think))
Droolin from the mouth with them bloodshot eyes
Tell 'em "hey kid, walk straight, master your high"
You took a half of shrooms, you think you gon die?
"Hey kid, walk straight, master your high"
Can't remember a thing no matter how hard you try
"Master your high"
First you smoke indo
Then some chocolate
But the gin and juice got you skyrocketing
Yo, can I get a Long Island?
Who got the bud?
Now you want to lay it down
In the club
You supposed to be a thug drinking thug passion
But you can barely push it to the house
Without crashing
Now, you know better
Than getting that saucy
Trying to mix tequila
With kamekaze and bossy (?)
Fudge brownies
With ganja butter
Then you want to hit the bone?
Your eyes flutter
Yo, she had a happy face
On her ecstacy
She started touching her private place
While she standing next to me
You shoulda had one drink
Like your girl
Now you in the bathroom
Calling Earl
Oh, now you got the spins,
The head-twirls
Underestimate your high
It rocked your world
[Chorus]
When you see somebody stumbling when they walk by
Tell 'em "hey kid, walk straight, master your high" (->Slick Rick, 'Hey
Young World' (I think))
Droolin from the mouth with them bloodshot eyes
Tell 'em "hey kid, walk straight, master your high"
You took a half of shrooms and now you bout to cry?
"Hey kid, walk straight, master your high"
Can't remember a thing on the acid fry
"Master your high"
First you need oxygen
For circulation
Then you need agua
Rejuvination
Maybe you should eat something
But nothing spicy
Maybe try a cold thai
Nice and icy
Now you can't leave here
You can barely open doors
Maybe take a shower
Open your pores
Just try to shake it off
Have some activity
Get your shit together
Then come back to the festivities
I'm not saying don't get high
'cause that's on you
I'm just saying if you don't get high
Then what to do?
See, my friend right here
Can hold his liquor
But my friend right here
Is getting sicker
So, he started beef with my homie over what?
Took this fool to the house
To sober up
Maybe you should listen up,
Heed the warning
Or you gonna wake up sick as fuck
In the morning
God DAMN!
The song "Master Your High" by Aceyalone is a cautionary tale about the harmful effects of overindulging in drugs and alcohol. The lyrics advise listeners to control their intake and resist the temptation to go overboard with substances that could lead to dangerous and unpredictable behavior. The chorus of the song, which references Slick Rick's "Hey Young World," urges those who are stumbling and disoriented to "walk straight" and "master your high." The verses detail various scenarios of people who have lost control and are experiencing the negative consequences of excessive drug and alcohol use.
The lyrics aim to educate and raise awareness about the risks of substance abuse, while also offering some practical tips for managing the effects of drugs and alcohol. The song acknowledges that getting high can be enjoyable and fun, but also acknowledges the danger of going too far and losing control. By emphasizing the importance of moderation and caution, the song encourages listeners to be responsible and mindful of their own well-being.
Overall, "Master Your High" is a thought-provoking and insightful song that focuses on the importance of self-control and responsible behavior when it comes to drug and alcohol use. It encourages listeners to take a proactive approach to managing their substance use and to be mindful of the potential risks and consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
When you see somebody stumbling when they walk by
If you see someone who appears to be having difficulty moving due to substance use
Tell 'em 'hey kid, walk straight, master your high'
Encourage them to be aware of their level of intoxication and control their actions accordingly
Droolin from the mouth with them bloodshot eyes
Someone who is visibly affected by either drugs or alcohol intake
You took a half of shrooms and now you bout to cry?
If you took hallucinogenic mushrooms and you're feeling distressed
First you start mumbling
When you initially begin to experience the cognitive effects of substance use, it can manifest as difficulty speaking or forming coherent thoughts
Then you start stumbling
As you become more inebriated, your physical movements can become unsteady and uncoordinated
Then your motor skills start malfunctioning
As the effects of the substance increase, the systems in your body that control movement can begin to fail or weaken
Could it be the intake
Asking whether or not the cause of the symptoms being experienced could be due to the consumption of drugs or alcohol
Of the chemical that makes your body shake
Referring to the negative physical effects caused by the use of drugs or alcohol
All over, so critical
The effects of substance use can have a severe impact on the body and mind
First one running to the bar
People often prioritize getting more intoxicated while already under the influence of drugs or alcohol
To get a drink
To further intoxicate oneself by consuming more alcohol
First one hanging out the car
Being so inebriated that one is unable to sit or stand upright without support
Chunky pink
A reference to vomiting and turning pale
Really paralyzed, numb up and sedated
Being so inebriated that one's body and mind become almost completely unresponsive
Moving with that rubber band body when you faded
Struggling to move due to the effects of drugs or alcohol
Smoke about an ounce of weed
Consuming a significant amount of marijuana
Drank ten beers, it's just a
Drinking a significant amount of alcohol
Matter of time before you start getting the fears
As a person becomes more intoxicated, they may begin to experience anxiety and fear
You can't steer? (you can't steer?)
When a person is so intoxicated that they can't control their movements or motor skills
You can't hear? (you can't hear?)
Being so inebriated that one's mental faculties become impaired to the point of difficulty hearing and processing information
You ain't here, you can't steer clear?
If a person is too intoxicated to think clearly, they are unable to make good decisions about their own safety
You want to go home?
Feeling overly intoxicated and desiring to leave the social environment
Tell 'em 'hey kid, walk straight, master your high' (->Slick Rick, 'Hey Young World' (I think))
Advise the person to remain aware and attempt to regain control of their actions
You took a half of shrooms, you think you gon die?
Took an amount of hallucinogenic mushrooms that led to a negative physical or emotional response
First you smoke indo
Consuming a high-grade strain of marijuana
Then some chocolate
Eating edibles or marijuana-infused chocolate
But the gin and juice got you skyrocketing
Consuming a combination of drugs and alcohol that leads to a greater impact
Yo, can I get a Long Island?
Requesting a type of alcoholic drink
Who got the bud?
Asking who has marijuana to consume
Now you want to lay it down
Feeling overly inebriated and wanting to stop moving or engaging in activity
In the club
Refers to the social environment or party scene
You supposed to be a thug drinking thug passion
Expected to be tough or masculine while consuming a particular type of alcoholic beverage
But you can barely push it to the house
Being too inebriated to walk or function properly
Without crashing
Being unable to keep your balance or physical control while attempting to move
Now, you know better
Having rational thoughts about one's own substance use even while under the influence
Than getting that saucy
Acting recklessly under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Trying to mix tequila
Mixing different types of alcohol
With kamekaze and bossy (?)
Trying to combine strong, potentially dangerous alcoholic beverages
Fudge brownies
Eating edibles or marijuana-infused food
With ganja butter
Adding a cannabis-infused spread to food
Then you want to hit the bone?
Smoking marijuana while under the influence of other substances
Your eyes flutter
Wavering vision or difficulty focusing due to substance use
Yo, she had a happy face
Observing someone who appears to be enjoying the effects of drugs or alcohol
On her ecstacy
Possibly observing someone taking the drug known as ecstasy
She started touching her private place
Observing inappropriate or sexually charged behavior in others under the influence of drugs or alcohol
While she standing next to me
The behavior or activity is occurring in close physical proximity
You shoulda had one drink
Suggesting that it would have been better to consume a limited amount of alcohol
Like your girl
Follow the example of someone who is drinking responsibly
Now you in the bathroom
Retreating to a private area to recover or deal with the effects of inebriation
Calling Earl
Vomiting as a result of excessive drinking or drug use
Oh, now you got the spins,
Experiencing a sensation of the room or the environment spinning around them while under the influence
The head-twirls
Physical or cognitive symptoms of substance use, such as dizziness or difficulty standing upright
Underestimate your high
Failing to acknowledge or understand the severity of the effects of drug or alcohol use
It rocked your world
Being overwhelmed or negatively impacted by the impact of drug or alcohol intake
Can't remember a thing on the acid fry
Experiencing memory impairment or blackout while under the influence of hallucinogenic drugs
First you need oxygen
If you're having trouble breathing and need medical attention
For circulation
Oxygen helps the body with proper blood flow while under the influence
Then you need agua
You need to drink water to hydrate your body
Rejuvination
Supplementing your body with the necessary nutrients to recover from substance use
Maybe you should eat something
Suggesting the individual eats to help absorb the impact of drugs or alcohol
But nothing spicy
Eating food that does not contain spices as it may negatively impact the body
Maybe try a cold thai
Eating food that may help the body to recover from substance use due to its qualities or nutrient properties
Nice and icy
Describing the beneficial temperature and properties of the food being recommended
Now you can't leave here
Feeling immobilized or incapable of leaving the environment
You can barely open doors
Physical and cognitive symptoms of substance use can make it difficult to accomplish simple tasks
Maybe take a shower
Recommending a shower to help refresh and rejuvenate oneself from the effects of drugs or alcohol
Open your pores
Discussing the physical benefits of taking a shower after substance use
Just try to shake it off
Attempt to rid the body of negative effects by engaging in physical activity or other means
Have some activity
Engage in physical exercise or movement to help improve mental alertness and well-being
Get your shit together
Recommending that one become focused and alert despite the negative effects of substance use
Then come back to the festivities
Returning to the social environment or party scene once you feel capable and prepared
I'm not saying don't get high
Acknowledge that people will use drugs and alcohol regardless of advice
'cause that's on you
Ultimately, a person's personal decisions about drug and alcohol use are their own responsibility
I'm just saying if you don't get high
Offering advice to individuals who may want to limit their substance use or avoid negative consequences
Then what to do?
Encouraging productive and positive behavior that one can engage in if they choose not to use drugs or alcohol
See, my friend right here
Referring to someone familiar with drug or alcohol use
Can hold his liquor
Acknowledging someone who can drink without overdoing it or experiencing negative consequences
But my friend right here
Referring to someone who is overdoing it or experiencing negative consequences from drug or alcohol use
Is getting sicker
Expressing concern for someone who is experiencing negative consequences or symptoms as a result of substance use
So, he started beef with my homie over what?
Speaking about someone who is exhibiting aggressive behavior due to inebriation
Took this fool to the house
Removing someone from the social environment or party scene due to their state of intoxication
To sober up
Allowing someone to detox and recover from the negative effects of substance use
Maybe you should listen up,
Offering advice and wisdom earned through experience and observation
Heed the warning
Listen to advice and take it seriously to avoid negative consequences
Or you gonna wake up sick as fuck
If you don't heed the warning and continue to use drugs or alcohol recklessly, you will suffer negative consequences
In the morning
Emphasizes the potential for long-term negative consequences of drug and alcohol use
God DAMN!
An expressive exclamation of frustration or disbelief
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: EDWIN M. JR. HAYES, JOEY CHAVEZ, JULIAN WARE
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