Farris grew up in a musical family with his mother, brothers (one of them is singer SiR), and cousin being gospel singers in Inglewood, California. His brother SiR is signed to Top Dawg Entertainment. In 2006, he started a songwriting group called WoodWorks with his brothers and his cousin Tiffany Gouché, who wrote songs for Ginuwine and The Pussycat Dolls, and is credited for co-writing "Never" by Jaheim. He was also in a musical trio with his brother called N3D. On May 9, 2006, he released his first album called Producer of the Year. In 2015, he appeared on SiR's independent album Seven Sundays on the song "You Ain't Ready".
In 2019, Farris was a contestant on the Netflix competition show Rhythm & Flow, and was named the inaugural winner of the three-week series. On October 24, he released his debut EP Inglewood High, a 7-track project including a feature from Gouché. HipHopDX gave the EP a positive review, saying he could "utilize multiple flows, deliver introspective storytelling, could rap in Spanish incredibly well and had an ear for quality." He performed at the 2019 Soul Train Music Awards with SiR. He also appeared on The Game's album Born 2 Rap on the song "Cross on Jesus Back".
Common Sense
D Smoke Lyrics
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Who you workin' for, who you represent?
Hate ain't worth a dollar, and a lie ain't worth a cent, so
Who you workin' for, who you represent?
What if what you believe
Don't agree with what you perceive?
On a beach with bikinis, butt shots and lust
Life on your heels, a pair of Louboutins
Louboutins make good fuel for things
Project livin' good, main assistance
Knife on your sheath won't cut through the cheese
Made the blaze trails and cut through the leaves
Stuck to my dream, like, fuck you beneath
Missionary, it's a scary leap
Prison carry many burried seeds
Mother Mary, son done made a visionary
Had to kick her belly, see feet
Past is black and out of style
'Cause bound to style
Could put fruit upon family tree, preach
I keep some weed for all my visitors
I keep some drank too, too
They roll that leaf and slur their sentences
That shit be dank too
But what's the price we pay for common sense?
What's the price we pay for common sense
Or that grain we go against?
What's the price we pay for common sense?
What's the price we pay for common sense?
Incoming
"That's why I don't fuck with humans
Swear all I need is me, some tree, and you know
A little bit to sip on
And I know, a small dose is a poison
But I swear if I listened to people, I wouldn't have peace"
These niggas sound like the feds
Still there's a price on my head
For playing my position
Half of my heart been mislead
The other half give depression
But I halfway listen
Do-re-mi, faithfully
But lately I hate to see
The patience it be takin' me to sit still
Would it kill me to follow his will
Apologize, spoke too soon
Arrows aimin' at an open wound
Arrows aimin' at an open wound
December rain in the heart of June
I still got weed for all my visitors
I keep some drank too, too
We rolling leaf and slurring sentences
That shit be dank too
But what's the price we pay for common sense?
What's the price we pay for common sense
Or that grain we go against?
What's the price we pay for common sense?
What's the price we pay?
"It seem like
The more sane I try to be, the more insane I feel, but
The more I embrace how different I am
The more everything makes sense"
In the song Common Sense, D Smoke talks about the importance of truth and integrity and questions who one is working for and representing. He asserts that hate and lies are of no value and that it is essential to understand the connection between one's beliefs and perceptions. He uses the metaphor of being on a beach with bikinis, butt shots, and lust to illustrate the idea that trust is hard to come by in modern society. This is juxtaposed with the idea of Abdul Kareem, where faith will always prevail.
D Smoke then talks about the struggles he has faced growing up and sticking to his dream, despite the odds, like a trailblazer cutting through the leaves. He talks about the hardships faced by many in prison and how, through it all, he maintains his faith and remains committed to his goals, even at the cost of disturbing those around him. He uses the phrase "What's the price we pay for common sense?" throughout the song, to emphasize the importance of being true to oneself and living in integrity, even in the face of adversity.
The final lines of the song speak to the idea that there is a price to pay for being different and speaking truth in a society that values conformity. D Smoke expresses his desire to maintain his individuality even when it is difficult, as it ultimately brings him peace of mind.
Line by Line Meaning
Hate ain't worth a dollar, and a lie ain't worth a cent, so
Hate and lies hold no value, so why engage with them?
Who you workin' for, who you represent?
Consider who you are associated with and who you are working for.
What if what you believe
Consider the possibility that what you believe may not align with reality.
Don't agree with what you perceive?
What if your perception of reality does not match your beliefs?
On a beach with bikinis, butt shots and lust
The world can be filled with superficial pleasures and distractions.
Havin' trust is a reach like Abdul Kareem
Having trust can be difficult and elusive, like trusting Abdul Kareem.
Life on your heels, a pair of Louboutins
Life can be fast-paced and consuming, like running in a pair of Louboutins.
Louboutins make good fuel for things
Even luxury items can serve a practical purpose, like fuel for a fire.
Project livin' good, main assistance
Living in a project can be challenging, but having a support system can make it more manageable.
Knife on your sheath won't cut through the cheese
Sometimes even the tools we have are not enough for the task at hand.
Made the blaze trails and cut through the leaves
Innovators can carve out new paths for themselves and others to follow.
Stuck to my dream, like, fuck you beneath
Holding on to your dream despite obstacles and negative influences.
Missionary, it's a scary leap
Taking on a new challenge can be daunting, like a missionary in a foreign land.
Prison carry many buried seeds
Prison can be a source of growth and reflection.
Mother Mary, son done made a visionary
Someone who has made an impact becoming a symbol of inspiration.
Had to kick her belly, see feet
Taking action to see the results of one's efforts and make a difference.
Past is black and out of style
The past is no longer relevant and outdated.
'Cause bound to style
The things we cling to can limit us and hold us back.
Could put fruit upon family tree, preach
By making positive changes, one can leave a legacy of abundance for future generations.
I keep some weed for all my visitors
Having something to offer guests and facilitate social interaction.
That shit be dank too
The shared experience of using cannabis can enhance social connection.
But what's the price we pay for common sense?
Making rational choices can come at a cost.
Or that grain we go against?
Going against the norm or taking a stand can also come at a cost.
These niggas sound like the feds
There are people who may not have our best interests in mind.
Still there's a price on my head
Even when taking precautions, danger may still be present.
Half of my heart been misled
Feeling conflicted or unsure due to past experiences.
The other half give depression
Mental health struggles can arise from internal conflict.
Do-re-mi, faithfully
Taking steps toward financial security and stability.
But lately I hate to see
Changes can bring discomfort and uncertainty.
The patience it be takin' me to sit still
Waiting and practicing patience can be challenging.
Would it kill me to follow his will
Following a higher power or spiritual guidance may require sacrifice.
Apologize, spoke too soon
Recognizing and remedying mistakes made in haste.
Arrows aimin' at an open wound
Feeling vulnerable and exposed to criticism or attack.
December rain in the heart of June
Feeling a sense of sadness or melancholy during what should be a happy time.
The more sane I try to be, the more insane I feel, but
Striving for rationality can lead to inner turmoil.
The more I embrace how different I am
Accepting one's unique qualities can provide clarity and empowerment.
The more everything makes sense
Our differences and quirks can give meaning to our experiences.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Daniel Farris, Jairus Mozee, Sir Darryl Farris
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
GeissRoyal15
Every time they come back together, it's an auditory blessing.
Lenaris Hart
You ain't never lie
dturner23
☝🏽They are brothers and I just 🥰 love their creative bond.
James Karanu
This track is dope yo. This is why I am still waiting for a D Smoke + Kendrick Lamar Collab. The vibe is just crazy. That ish gonna be 🔥
Tariq Abdul
I said last week after the Shame on you video I agree bro . Throw some features in there like Cole , J.I.D, Joyner Lucas , some 9th Wonder beats 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
James Karanu
@Tariq Abdul preach 👊🏽🔥
Fox
@Tariq Abdul i def think d smoke, jid, and kendrick would be insane. I need that shit to happen immediately.
Mad Mike
Need that j cole Kendrick collab first
Saoirse Macbeth
@Mad Mike ye the rest can wait
GH88ST (Writer, Illustrator, Producer)
"If i listened to people, I wouldn't have peace", I felt that....