Purple Hills
D-12 & Eminem Lyrics
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I take a couple uppers, I down a couple downers
But nothing compares to these blue and yellow purple pills
I've been to mushroom mountain, once or twice but who's countin'
But nothin' compares to these blue and yellow purple pills
Yo, yo
With a couple of Valium inside her palm
It's Mr. Mischief with a trick up his sleeve
To roll up on you like Christopher Reeves
I can't describe the vibe I get
When I drive by six people and five I hit (oops)
Aw shit, I started a mosh pit
Squashed a bitch and stomped her foster kids (AHH!)
These 'shrooms make me hallucinate
Then I sweat till I start losin' weight
'Til I see dumb shit start happenin'
Dumber than Vanilla Ice tryin' to rap again
So bounce, bounce, come on bounce
I said come on, bounce
Everybody in the house with a half an ounce (me!)
Not weed, I meant coke, dumb-ass sit down
We don't bullshit, better ask around
D-12 throws the bombest bash in town
Bizarre, your mom is passin' out
Get her ass on the couch 'fore she crashes out
Come on!
Fuck that, someone help Denaun
He's upstairs naked with a weapon drawn
Heh, hey Von you see me steppin' on these leprechauns?
It gotta be acid cause the X is gone
Ya I took them all dawg with some parmesan
And I think my arm is gone
Naw it's probably numb
Young, dumb, and full of cum
And I think he 'bout to swallow his tongue
Scary ass it was a false alarm
You think I'm 'bout to die when I just got on?
Yo stop actin' stupid
You so high that you might wake up with a guy on some new shit (EWW!)
Yeah I think I did too much, this substance equals cups
Red pills, blue pills, and green, big pills (that's ill), mescaline!
I take a couple uppers, I down a couple downers
But nothing compares to these blue and yellow purple pills
I've been to mushroom mountain, once or twice but who's countin'
But nothin' compares to these blue and yellow purple pills
Dirty Dozen, eighty of us, Shady brothers, ladies love us
That's why our baby mothers love us but they hate each other
They probably wanna take each other out and date each other
Some, somethin', some'un, some'un, some'un
Pop pills, pills I pop
Pop two pills on stilts I walk
Snort two lines that were filled with chalk
Thought it was Incredible and killed the Hulk
I wanna, roll away like a rollerblade
Until my eyes roll back in my skull for days
And when I'm, old and gray look for dope to smoke
No okey-doke, I'm packin' my nose with coke
Am I supposed to choke?
Had an accident when the Trojan broke
Ahh, poor baby, born by whore lady
Now I gotta strangle a (you're crazy!)
I pop fo' E's at one time
And I don't need water when I'm swallowin' mine
(Yeah, you got any shrooms?) Does Bizarre smoke crack?
We can't get jobs cause our arms show tracks
Why the hell you niggaz think I rap?
We do it just to get your company hijacked
And if you like smack (uh-huh) then I might too
(Swift, chill) I just wanna get high like you! (ewww)
And I don't give a damn if they white or blue (uh-huh)
Speed, 'shrooms, down the valiums (uh-huh)
Even smoke weed outta vacuums
I just copped some and I'm goin back soon
I take a couple uppers, I down a couple downers
But nothing compares to these blue and yellow purple pills
I've been to mushroom mountain, once or twice but who's countin'
But nothin compares to these blue and yellow purple pills
I'm at rave lookin' like a slave, high off chronic
Gin and tonic demonic, body smell like vomit
Pussy poppin', acid droppin', dope-headed guy
Heroin mescaline, pencilnecks, wanna try?
Blue pills, golden seals, got Bizarre, actin' ill
Drugs kill (yeah right) bitch, I'm for real!!!
Shut your mouth you dirty slut, you know you want it in your butt
I'll put it in your cunt, let Bizarre nut!
I take a couple uppers, I down a couple downers
But nothing compares to these blue and yellow purple pills
I've been to mushroom mountain, once or twice but who's countin'
But nothin' compares to these blue and yellow purple pills
Dirty Dozen, eighty of us, Shady brothers, ladies love us
That's why our baby mothers love us but they hate each other
They probably wanna take each other out and date each other
Some, somethin, some'un, some'un, some'un
The song "Purple Hills" by D-12 and Eminem is about drugs and their effects. The opening lines talk about taking "uppers" and "downers," but nothing compares to the "blue and yellow purple pills." The lyrics also talk about taking mushrooms and hallucinating. The song then goes on to describe various drug-induced experiences, including feeling cool and calm while high, hitting people while driving, starting a mosh pit, and hallucinating to the point of losing weight. The lyrics describe using drugs like cocaine and pills and even smoking weed out of vacuums.
At its core, the song is a satirical take on the drug culture in America. The lyrics are playful and humorous, but they also highlight the dangers of drug addiction. The chorus repeats the message that nothing compares to the high of the blue and yellow purple pills, but it also suggests that the characters in the song are addicted to drugs and cannot live without them.
Overall, "Purple Hills" is an upbeat and catchy song that discusses a dark topic. Eminem's rap verses are full of wordplay and clever rhymes, while D-12's vocals add an extra layer of depth to the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
I take a couple uppers, I down a couple downers
I consume a combination of stimulants and depressants to alter my mood.
But nothing compares to these blue and yellow purple pills
The drugs I consume, known as 'purple pills', are particularly enjoyable and unmatched by any other substances.
I've been to mushroom mountain, once or twice but who's countin'
I have taken psychoactive mushrooms in the past and enjoyed the experience.
Cool, calm, just like my mom
With a couple of Valium inside her palm
I feel relaxed and composed, like my mother who often takes Valium to calm herself.
It's Mr. Mischief with a trick up his sleeve
To roll up on you like Christopher Reeves
I am a prankster who is always looking for ways to surprise people. I may approach you unexpectedly, similar to how Christopher Reeves character in Superman rolls up on villains.
I can't describe the vibe I get
When I drive by six people and five I hit (oops)
I get a rush of excitement and adrenaline when I drive recklessly and hit people.
These 'shrooms make me hallucinate
Then I sweat till I start losin' weight
The mushrooms I consume cause me to have hallucinations, followed by excessive sweating and weight loss.
So bounce, bounce, come on bounce
I said come on, bounce
Everybody in the house with a half an ounce (me!)
I want everyone in the house to dance and bounce with me while consuming an ample amount of drugs.
Not weed, I meant coke, dumb-ass sit down
We don't bullshit, better ask around
I correct a mistake someone made, clarifying that the drug we are consuming is cocaine. I assert that we do not lie about drugs, and anyone who questions us can ask around.
D-12 throws the bombest bash in town
Bizarre, your mom is passin' out
Get her ass on the couch 'fore she crashes out
Come on!
My group throws the best parties around town. One member's (Bizarre's) mother is getting too drunk and needs to be taken to a couch before passing out.
Fuck that, someone help Denaun
He's upstairs naked with a weapon drawn
My friend Denaun needs help, as he is upstairs naked and armed.
Ya I took them all dawg with some parmesan
And I think my arm is gone
Naw it's probably numb
I consumed a large number of drugs, and it seems like my arm is no longer attached to my body. However, it's more likely just numb.
Young, dumb, and full of cum
And I think he 'bout to swallow his tongue
Scary ass it was a false alarm
You think I'm 'bout to die when I just got on?
We are all young, foolish, and eager for sexual encounters. One of my friends is in danger of choking on his tongue, but it turns out to be a false alarm. I am confident and not afraid of death, especially since I just took drugs and feel high.
You so high that you might wake up with a guy on some new shit (EWW!)
Yeah I think I did too much, this substance equals cups
Red pills, blue pills, and green, big pills (that's ill), mescaline!
You are so high that you may experience things that you never imagined before, such as waking up next to a man. I think I took too many drugs, which is equivalent to having several cups of them. I list different types of drugs I consumed, including mescaline.
Dirty Dozen, eighty of us, Shady brothers, ladies love us
That's why our baby mothers love us but they hate each other
They probably wanna take each other out and date each other
We are a group of twelve friends who are joined by many more. We are well-known and loved by women, but our baby mamas hate each other and may even desire each other.
Thought it was Incredible and killed the Hulk
I wanna, roll away like a rollerblade
Until my eyes roll back in my skull for days
And when I'm, old and gray look for dope to smoke
I felt invincible and believed I could kill the Hulk. I want to roll away like a rollerblade and enjoy the sensation until I lose consciousness for days. Even when I'm old, I will always search for drugs to consume.
Am I supposed to choke?
Had an accident when the Trojan broke
Ahh, poor baby, born by whore lady
Now I gotta strangle a (you're crazy!)
Do I need to choke on the Trojan when it breaks? I had an accident during sex, and now I'm upset. Pity me, as I was born to a promiscuous woman, and now I have to strangle someone (likely in jest).
I pop fo' E's at one time
And I don't need water when I'm swallowin' mine
(Yeah, you got any shrooms?) Does Bizarre smoke crack?
We can't get jobs cause our arms show tracks
I consume four ecstasy pills at once and don't need water to help. One of my friends (Bizarre) is asked if he smokes crack. We can't get jobs because of the needle tracks on our arms from drug use.
We do it just to get your company hijacked
And if you like smack (uh-huh) then I might too
(Swift, chill) I just wanna get high like you! (ewww)
And I don't give a damn if they white or blue (uh-huh)
Speed, 'shrooms, down the valiums (uh-huh)
Even smoke weed outta vacuums
We consume drugs just to take over and control your company. I may try heroin if you enjoy it. One of my friends is told to calm down when discussing drugs. I simply want to get high like everyone else, regardless of their race or drug preference. We list several more drugs we want to consume.
I'm at rave lookin' like a slave, high off chronic
Gin and tonic demonic, body smell like vomit
Pussy poppin', acid droppin', dope-headed guy
Heroin mescaline, pencilnecks, wanna try?
I'm at a rave party, looking like a servant and high on marijuana. I'm drinking gin and tonic which seems to be making me demonic. I smell like vomit. I am enjoying myself and consuming various drugs, and I invite others to try some.
Blue pills, golden seals, got Bizarre, actin' ill
Drugs kill (yeah right) bitch, I'm for real!!!
Shut your mouth you dirty slut, you know you want it in your butt
I'll put it in your cunt, let Bizarre nut!
I list several different types of drugs I have consumed. One of my friends (Bizarre) is acting strange due to drugs. I call out the idea that drugs can kill us (suggesting it is an overreaction). I make vulgar and misogynistic comments towards a woman, showing no respect for her.
Some, somethin, some'un, some'un, some'un
This line is not meant to convey any meaningful content, and is instead used to fill space in the song.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DE SHAUN DUPREE HOLTON, DENAUN M PORTER, MARSHALL B III MATHERS, ONDRE C MOORE, RUFUS JOHNSON, RUFUS B JOHNSON, VON M CARLISLE
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@6Foot4Honda
I miss these days :(
@charneneethling2215
For realz
@BroccoliChedda
Why don't you upload anymore
@JaDTheJester
Only og’s know it’s really purple pills
@TheSmashhed
Evil Deeds Elvira Cowboy Long Drugs what a day white male at drugstore Satans Satanist Jesus Loves you Cable Guy watching YouTube just left a racist place and you want leftover beef GOD bless you Youtube OMG Bee
@jabhutt1013
Jeez. it was just 10 years ago...a bit too early to miss:D
@riversider2506
Such a wholesome song about mother nature and her many hills 🥺❤️....
@elenachiritescu2681
Hahah!🤣
@jockeyhockey1626
Ahahahah
@yanikanev3783
Hilarious! I'm stealing this.