Zheep recorded his first material on home studio equipment and released those early projects under the name DZ. It was a West Coast trip and encounters with like-minded musicians that eventually inspired the name change to Black Zheep, and the 2012 mixtape 'Platinum 93.' His 'Zheep' album followed in 2013, and his fifth project, 'Refugee,' sponsored by Mishka NYC arrived in January, 2014.
The 21-year-old shows off his range of musical influences and willingness to experiment with melody on tracks like "Shoot First," which creeps into dark, murky territory, removed from the spacey synth and distorted vocals on "100s of Centuries," or the eerie instrumentals on "Whachu Sayin.'" Throughout 'Refugee' the bass-heavy tracks are seamlessly littered with Zheep's person tales or the "life stories," that take listeners beyond the experimental production. "I'm versatile and I like to keep people on the edge," Zheep says of his style. "They won't be able to categorize me. I like to try different things that will work for certain songs."
And it's not just the songs. His haunting black-lit visuals for "Shoot First" give a glimpse of the evolving aesthetic that makes it possible for him to cut trap records and just as easily lay down thoughtful tracks like "Shoot First." Zheep's full projects come together through collaborations with his Baltimore-based collective, the 7th Floor Villains, which includes fellow rappers Butch Dawson and Buffalo.
Zheep has performed over a 100 live shows across D.C., Virginia, Philadelphia and New York, recently opening for Schoolboy Q at Soundstage, in his hometown Baltimore at the end of April. "I like to communicate with the crowd and not just play music for them," he says. "I'm not up there just trying to rap some words. I want them to know that I'm really a musician."
Yesterdays
Black Zheep DZ Lyrics
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Remember like it was yesterday
My last dime was my last time
The past times feel like yesterday
In a Space I call my zone
Now come Fill that void
Now you get to hear this noise
I blame all my yesterdays for
Money takes time and that shit is consuming
So in your mind if Time is of the essence
I blew up yeah I been booming
With a bomb Betty
Who looks prom ready
Lip Balm ready palms ready
Calm steady Hoping you're all ready
For what I came to be she seen already
She ain't stupid bitch
Stupid bitch Let cupid tell you I'm stupid rich
Off the love I get for my foolishness
Cause I'm dumb nice that make stupid sense
You Wonder who the fuck u screwed
Wish you could tell me if you knew
Sprained your ankle falling for my crew
Oh! You don't remember huh?
Ain't nothing new
Yesterday yesterday
Remember like it was yesterday
My last dime was my last time
The past times feel like yesterday
In a Space I call my zone
Now come Fill that void
Now you get to hear this noise
I blame all my yesterdays for
Cause I remember being young
But never dumb
Oh what a tale
Momma on my tail saying if I don't have plan
Then I'm planning to fail
Had dope sales how the boats sail flowing
A few whales on a scales
To Gradually spitting the agony like cavities
Oh what a fill-in
A mansion out in Maryland somewhere
With a few Monroes
Ro-manson(romancing) like Marilyn
Mary go round Down that pole
She went USC
Wasn't shy didn't care who sees
Put that thing to U-S-E
Threw it back like yesterday
Yesterday yesterday
Remember like it was yesterday
My last dime was my last time
The past times feel like yesterday
In a Space I call my zone
Now come Fill that void
Now you get to hear this noise
I blame all my yesterdays for
Black Zheep DZ's song "Yesterdays" is a reflection on the past experiences and how they shape and influence the present. The lyrics are a nostalgic recollection of the past, reminiscing about life experiences and how they have contributed to the current self. The singer reflects on the past times, which feel like they happened just yesterday, and how they have shaped and influenced his present self.
The reference of "last dime" indicates the hard times that the singer went through and how he has overcome those struggles. He is grateful for the struggles that he went through, as they have made him who he is today. The singer reflects on how money is consuming, and time is of the essence, indicating his desire to move on from the past and focus on the future.
The song also features some references to a woman who is actively being pursued by the singer. He refers to bombing Betty, who looks prom-ready, and lip-balm ready, indicating her readiness and willingness to engage in a romantic relationship. The singer refers to himself as "stupid rich" because of the love that he receives from his foolishness, which creates an intriguing connection between his past and present.
Overall, "Yesterdays" is a beautiful reflection on the past, the different struggles, and how they have contributed to shaping the present self.
Line by Line Meaning
Yesterday yesterday
Reflecting on past experiences
Remember like it was yesterday
Memories are still vivid
My last dime was my last time
Financial struggle was real
The past times feel like yesterday
Nostalgia for the good old days
In a Space I call my zone
A personal space for creativity
Now come Fill that void
Creating something fulfilling
Now you get to hear this noise
Sharing the product of creativity
I blame all my yesterdays for
Past experiences shape the present
Money takes time and that shit is consuming
Acquiring wealth is a long process
So in your mind if Time is of the essence
Time is valuable
I blew up yeah I been booming
Success has been achieved
With a bomb Betty
Having a great companion
Who looks prom ready
She looks stunning
Lip Balm ready palms ready
Prepared for physical intimacy
Calm steady Hoping you're all ready
Being patient for the right moment
For what I came to be she seen already
His partner understands his goals
She ain't stupid bitch
His partner is smart
Stupid bitch Let cupid tell you I'm stupid rich
Being wealthy due to love
Off the love I get for my foolishness
Love is the source of his success
Cause I'm dumb nice that make stupid sense
Being kind is valuable
You Wonder who the fuck u screwed
Being aware of past relationships
Wish you could tell me if you knew
Curiosity about past love
Sprained your ankle falling for my crew
Being involved with a group of people
Oh! You don't remember huh?
Past love is forgettable
Ain't nothing new
This experience is common
Cause I remember being young
Looking back at youth
But never dumb
Being smart despite youth
Momma on my tail saying if I don't have plan
Making plans for success
Then I'm planning to fail
Not having a plan can lead to failure
Had dope sales how the boats sail flowing
Being successful in drug sales
A few whales on a scales
Making a lot of money
To Gradually spitting the agony like cavities
Suffering emotionally
Oh what a fill-in
Feeling whole again
A mansion out in Maryland somewhere
Having a luxurious home
With a few Monroes
Having beautiful women around
Ro-manson(romancing) like Marilyn
Having romantic encounters with women
Mary go round Down that pole
Watching women dance
She went USC
The woman graduated from USC
Wasn't shy didn't care who sees
Being bold and confident
Put that thing to U-S-E
Being sexually active
Threw it back like yesterday
Having fun during sex
Contributed by Dominic R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
LaanBass
How this song doesn't have at least 1m views? Just to you know, me and my Brazilian friends Love to listen your songs 👊🏼
HippieSmashing -
I just remembered this song and it took me a good minute to find It again. Crazy such underground fire! Had to save it to watch later.
Eden
this song should be popular !
Wester
Zheep be killing it
Tyree
Dude has great flow which is rare nowadays
Ramzi Anfield
I searched for yr beat never found it this shit is fire your flow is fire, why dont we see u instead of mublers
Dmitry M
great song
Brando Short
Don't touch yourself folks, it's the biggest game people try to run. The love of reign.. Great vibes tho
Da Kid Gowie
He does it again!
Slickmal Stamped
naw yo this is really actually hard as shit lol 🎲🎲🔥