Danny has released many free projects over the web, the most popular being 2011’s XXX. Brown released the album "Hawaiian Snow” with G-Unit’s Tony Yayo and several mixtapes (Detroit State of Mind 1-4, Browntown, It’s A Art (with producer Mainframe) and Hot Soup). Brown has found much success on the internet through the support of the music blogs and social media and the decision to release “The Hybrid” online as a free download.
Danny has worked with many artists in the Detroit hip-hop community such as the late J Dilla, Black Milk, Elzhi, Guilty Simpson, Trick Trick, and T3. Also known for championing up-and-coming artists, Danny has worked with lesser known acts such as Oakland, California's Main Attrakionz and is know for promoting these types of underground acts via his twitter.
Brown spent most of the summer of 2010 touring with G-Unit, and a few months later released “Hawaiian Snow” with Tony Yayo. Due to lack of promotion the sales were disappointing, however through the G-Unit connection Brown was able to experience firsthand the rigors of touring and the workings of the music industry as a whole. The experience served to jade Danny to the concepts of being on a major label and committing himself to appealing to an urban audience who he felt rejected him because of his look and style of dress which consisted of skinny jeans and vintage tees as 50 Cent refused to sign Danny Brown to G-Unit because he didn’t approve of his distaste for baggy denim. No longer concentrating on appealing to any particular audience, With this new found freedom, Danny delved into making more experimental music based on influences like UK Grime and Progressive Rock.
His experimental sound melded with traditional street narrative has brought about attention from progressive press such as Pitchfork.com, Fader Magazine, Spin Magazine and the like but no press more satisfying than making the cover of the Detroit Metro Times, his hometown’s alternative art’s and culture magazine.
Danny’s music later found a home on Fool’s Gold Records, the independent label helmed by internationally heralded DJ A-Trak and his partner Nick Catchdubs. The label and the artist having the same mindset, the two parties are now focused on releasing his upcoming projects, a free album that released Summer 2011 entitled “XXX” and his untitled Fool’s Gold records debut coming subsequently after.
His albums that followed also received positive feedback (Old, Atrocity Exhibition, U Know What I'm Sayin?).
He then sadly dunked on anyone else who had the misfortune to drop in the calendar year 2023 by dropping album of the decade Scaring the Hoes Vol. 1 with JPEGMAFIA on March 24th. It tragically received praise from disgraced music reviewer the BallDrop, but contrarily to this otherwise mark of disgrace from the worst person we all have the displeasure to be aware of, the album actually fye asl.
You know he had to go two for two on the DLC of Scaring the Hoes on the sacred national holiday of 7/11. No skips all Ws and is not mixed like shit for the "aesthetic" anymore, and JPEGMAFIA dodges the corny allegations by making Danny audible. Great news all around.
On October 17th, he began the rollout for his highly anticapted sixth studio album with the single Tantor (fire as fuck).
25 Bucks
Danny Brown Lyrics
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Sit on the porch she'll do it on the stairs
Grew your hair out and you wanna get it twisted
Fed us many nights nigga that's how we was livin'
25 bucks, mama braid your hair
Sit on the porch she'll do it on the stairs
Grew your hair out and you wanna get it twisted
I'll not get old
If I dig with my knees, if I grind on my teeth
I know from the attic of me
To the bottom of cleats
From the wayward it seeds
Arthritis in her fingers carpal tunnel in her wrists
Bout' to feed her kids at night sleep between her legs and twist
While she listen to the oldie soap operas smokin' bogies
On the phone gossiping telling homegirls stories
Girlfriend worried 'cause her son's in a hurry
To see the state Pen' or a cemetery buried
Ma replied do her best but it's still rough
Keep your kids out the street and away from drugs
Doin' hair in the house ain't puttin' on Daniel
Daddy in and out, aye who turned that channel?
Niggas turn the house shoes steppin' on the back
Ashin' her cigarette in a brown paper bag
Smokin' joints, lauging tryna get the part straight
For ten, put your perm in, don't scratch all day
Hot cocoa stove put the food in the bowl
Say that's how many nights it was hard to keep goin'
Now I'm trapped in the trap
And the devil ain't forgettin'
Wanna see me dead or locked in a prison
In the system with division only thing that add up
Fucked up 'cause a nigga tryna get a couple bucks
Now I'm trapped in the trap
And the devil ain't forgettin'
Wanna see me dead or locked in a prison
In the system with division only thing that add up
Fucked up 'cause a nigga tryna get a couple bucks
25 bucks, mama braid your hair
Sit on the porch she'll do it on the stairs
Grew your hair out and you wanna get it twisted
Fed us many nights nigga that's how we was livin'
25 bucks, mama braid your hair
Sit on the porch she'll do it on the stairs
Grew your hair out and you wanna get it twisted
Fed us many nights nigga that's how we was livin'
I'll not get old
If I dig with my knees, if I grind on my teeth
I know from the attic of me
To the bottom of cleats
From the wayward it seeds
Iverson zig zags, goodnight fast food
If you really ballin', mommy cop Chinese food
If you really wonder why these people got issues
'Cause the rent owed and these fuckin' lights due
On her knees at night,pray a miracle come through
Daddy shootin' Craps tryna win a pair of shoes
I been growin' my hair 'bout to let mommy twist it
Out wildin' with my friends even got myself a biscuit
Homie momma smokin' with nothin' to lose
Now he stashin' cracks in some hundred dollar shoes
Sittin' at his crib, smokin' Swishers, gettin' faded
Told me hit my mommy up 'cause he tryna get braided
What we gon' do see the local dope man
See if we can put some money in our hand
Same one jump me, the same one front me
'Cause I'm tired of seein' my family fucked up and hungry
Now I'm trapped in the trap
And the devil ain't forgettin'
Wanna see me dead or locked in a prison
In the system with division only thing that add up
Fucked up 'cause a nigga tryna get a couple bucks
Now I'm trapped in the trap
And the devil ain't forgettin'
Wanna see me dead or locked in a prison
In the system with division only thing that add up
Fucked up 'cause a nigga tryna get a couple bucks
25 bucks, mama braid your hair
Sit on the porch she'll do it on the stairs
Grew your hair out and you wanna get it twisted
Fed us many nights nigga that's how we was livin'
25 bucks, mama braid your hair
Sit on the porch she'll do it on the stairs
Grew your hair out and you wanna get it twisted
Fed us many nights nigga that's how we was livin'
The song "25 Bucks" by Danny Brown is a poignant commentary on poverty and the harsh realities of growing up in a less privileged environment. The lyrics describe the rapper's mother braiding his hair on the porch, a task she uses to earn $25, which was a means to continually provide food for the family. The hair braiding becomes a symbol of survival, a way to make it through hard times.
The lyrics also reflect on the challenges that come with growing up in disadvantaged communities. The song mentions the mother's physical conditions, carpal tunnel and arthritis, which are the result of using her hands to braid hair to provide for the family. Brown uses the song to discuss social issues like the harsh living conditions people face, the criminal justice system, drug use, and financial struggles, affecting low-income families. The lyrics provide a lens through which we can see how the economic system fails people living in poverty, and the impact it has on their day-to-day experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
25 bucks, mama braid your hair
Getting hair done at home, because they couldn't afford hair salons.
Sit on the porch she'll do it on the stairs
No space to do hair inside the house.
Grew your hair out and you wanna get it twisted
Trying to make the most out of their appearance with limited resources.
Fed us many nights nigga that's how we was livin'
Struggling to put food on the table.
I'll not get old
If I dig with my knees, if I grind on my teeth
I know from the attic of me
To the bottom of cleats
From the wayward it seeds
Nobody wants to grow old in the midst of such a difficult lifestyle.
Arthritis in her fingers carpal tunnel in her wrists
Bout' to feed her kids at night sleep between her legs and twist
The mother's physical health is declining because of the hard work she has to do to keep the family fed.
While she listen to the oldie soap operas smokin' bogies
On the phone gossiping telling homegirls stories
Taking a break from the hardships of life by indulging in small pleasures like watching television and socializing with friends.
Girlfriend worried 'cause her son's in a hurry
To see the state Pen' or a cemetery buried
Ma replied do her best but it's still rough
Keep your kids out the street and away from drugs
The mother is concerned about her child's future and warns them to avoid getting involved in criminal activities.
Doin' hair in the house ain't puttin' on Daniel
Daddy in and out, aye who turned that channel?
Hairdressing is seen as a side hustle to bring in extra income while the father is rarely around.
Niggas turn the house shoes steppin' on the back
Ashin' her cigarette in a brown paper bag
Smokin' joints, lauging tryna get the part straight
For ten, put your perm in, don't scratch all day
Hot cocoa stove put the food in the bowl
Say that's how many nights it was hard to keep goin'
Depiction of the everyday struggles and activities of family members in a low-income household.
Now I'm trapped in the trap
And the devil ain't forgettin'
Wanna see me dead or locked in a prison
In the system with division only thing that add up
Fucked up 'cause a nigga tryna get a couple bucks
The singer feels trapped in a cycle of poverty and crime, and the system they live in is keeping them down.
Iverson zig zags, goodnight fast food
If you really ballin', mommy cop Chinese food
If you really wonder why these people got issues
'Cause the rent owed and these fuckin' lights due
The cycle of poverty and the struggle to make ends meet is pervasive and affects everyone in the community.
On her knees at night,pray a miracle come through
Daddy shootin' Craps tryna win a pair of shoes
I been growin' my hair 'bout to let mommy twist it
Out wildin' with my friends even got myself a biscuit
Even in the midst of their struggles, individuals still seek joy and pleasure where they can find it.
Homie momma smokin' with nothin' to lose
Now he stashin' cracks in some hundred dollar shoes
Sittin' at his crib, smokin' Swishers, gettin' faded
Told me hit my mommy up 'cause he tryna get braided
Poverty and desperation can lead people down dangerous paths, including drug dealing.
What we gon' do see the local dope man
See if we can put some money in our hand
Same one jump me, the same one front me
'Cause I'm tired of seein' my family fucked up and hungry
Succumbing to temptation and resorting to illegal activities in order to feed the family.
Lyrics © WARP MUSIC LIMITED
Written by: Corin Roddick, Daniel Sewell, Megan James
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@sarahv_l1587
Damn this beat. his vocals. everything. this song slaps
@mrsloth7
that chorus the chick sings gives me goosebumps. too good.
@RaZatol2
purity ring is the best :D check out them :D never heard something like this music
@ratchypoo
purity ring is fucking amazing. I love their second album, shits dope.
@sari-kitty
Skylar Gray is incredibly talented. she's appeared on Eminem, Dr. Dre & Eminem and so many more. You'll hafta look her up. I think she has the perfect voice for trance songs from the 99 early 2000's. haven't really listed to much of the new trance.
@kirstanmaxfield8405
Purity Ring <3
@ratchypoo
Sarah Gullion thats not skylar grey...
@mrtandemslidessbtt
6 years later and still can’t stop banging this master piece! And the purity ring feature is perfection ❤️
@ryanfhobson1
I don’t think I’ve ever skipped this song when it comes on shuffle. It’s too good
@austinreeves5221
@@ryanfhobson1 same