Copeland started out as a member of the Odd Squad, later known as the Coughee Brothaz, a group of rappers signed to Rap-A-Lot Records. The label is notable for being the home of hip-hop artists such as Geto Boys, Scarface, and Too Much Trouble. Copeland moved on to become part of Scarface's Facemob, before going solo in 1998.[1] Copeland has released six solo albums: The Dude (1998), Just Tryin' ta Live (2002), To tha X-Treme (2004), Waitin' to Inhale (2007), Landing Gear (2008), and Gotta Be Me (2010). He also made a number of guest appearances, including on Dr. Dre's "Fuck You" in 1999, and De La Soul's "Baby Phat" in 2001.[1]
In 2008, he ended his 15 year relationship with Houston based Rap-A-Lot Records because the label failed to renew his contract.[2] Later that year, he signed with indie label Razor & Tie.[3]
Despite being a critical success, Devin the Dude has not achieved success in the mainstream but continues to be a well-known underground hip-hop artist. The New York Times has called him "A brilliant oddball with a spaced-out flow."[4] In addition, he has been called "Rap's best-kept secret" and "Your favorite rapper's favorite rapper."[5] In 2007, he appeared in a documentary titled Screwed In Houston produced by VBS/Vice Magazine that details the history of the Houston rap scene.
In My Draws
Devin the Dude Lyrics
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I'm glad you came with coughee in your cups
If I went up I'll do the same
And you can pass it to someone you've never met
And let 'em get just as high as you
You're eyes red as shit, mine too
We 'bout to start the show who got an Optimo?
This cordless mic, I know what they like
Continue to rockin' the show that'll slow up a fight
And I know of a dyke, who wouldn't mind
Gettin' some of this dick from behind but I'm gonna chill y'all
'Cause she might wanna start wearin' my draws and
Oh no, don't want that shit to happen
Get it twisted just because I'm rappin'
Don't want that shit to happen
Don't get it twisted just because I'm rappin'
Don't want that shit to happen
Admirin' my weed jar, it's rather stocky
At the crib, how 'bout myself lookin' at hockey
And wonderin' who's gonna win The Cup
If it was full of coughee I know the brothers will man up
I'll stand up to get a drink, then I get a call
Can you come over so I can lick your balls?
Well yes, I guess let me shampoo my nuts and get dressed
I'll be there in 20 minutes
Mission complete, I hit the street with the suite, some heat
But fuck, there's some cops on the beat
And there's some crooked laws
That'll pull you over and dig all in your draws and
Oh no, don't want that shit to happen
Get it twisted just because I'm rappin'
I don't want that shit to happen
Get it twisted just because I'm rappin'
5:30 p.m., I'm at the lab again
Another song, about to take another stab again
Drinkin' and laughin' and puff, puff, passin' it
To and fro' while constructin' my flow
And pick up some hoes, up in this motherfucker
Hey, whatcha wanna do girl?
I don't wanna tease you, I just wanna please you
And lick you from your neck to the top of your dick
And then rub my clit and grind my hips
Oh, that sounds like some pretty cool shit
But damn, might get full of weed and alcohol
I go to sleep, you try to dig off in my wallet and in my draws and
Don't want that shit to happen
Get it twisted just because I'm rappin'
I don't want that shit to happen
Get it twisted just because I'm rappin'
Don't want that shit to happen
Don't get it twisted just because I'm rappin'
I don't want it, don't want it, don't want it
Don't want that shit to happen
The lyrics to Devin the Dude's song "In My Draws" are about the artist's experiences with weed, sex, and the dangers he faces as a rapper. In the beginning, he welcomes his weed-smoking friends to the show and encourages them to pass the weed around. He raps about performing and getting a phone call from a woman who invites him over for some intimate fun, but he is cautious of the cops who might pull him over and search him. Later, he is in the studio working on a song when some women arrive, and he contemplates hooking up with them but fears being taken advantage of while he is high or asleep.
Devin's lyrics reflect the reality of many rappers who face the dangers of living life in the public eye. They are constantly under scrutiny by law enforcement and can be targeted for the content of their music. Devin seems to be aware of this, and he urges caution to his friends and himself. He also uses humor and wit to convey his message, and his lyrics about sex and weed are both playful and insightful.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, hello again my weed smokin' friends
Greeting his fellow smokers
I'm glad you came with coughee in your cups
Happy that they brought their own supply
If I went up I'll do the same
Referring to passing the weed around
And you can pass it to someone you've never met
Encouraging sharing with strangers
And let 'em get just as high as you
Allowing everyone to cultivate their own high
You're eyes red as shit, mine too
Acknowledging how high they are
We 'bout to start the show who got an Optimo?
Asking who has a specific type of wrap for rolling
A swisha suite, a zig zag and the bitch that'll kiss my meat
Listing alternative wraps and a promiscuous partner
This cordless mic, I know what they like
Confident in his equipment and performance
Continue to rockin' the show that'll slow up a fight
Positively influencing the energy of the crowd
And I know of a dyke, who wouldn't mind
Referring to a lesbian who is open to experimenting with men
Gettin' some of this dick from behind but I'm gonna chill y'all
Choosing not to pursue a potential sexual encounter
'Cause she might wanna start wearin' my draws
Knowing that the woman may become possessive
Oh no, don't want that shit to happen
Avoiding a situation of being controlled or dominated
Admirin' my weed jar, it's rather stocky
Appreciating his stash of marijuana
At the crib, how 'bout myself lookin' at hockey
Watching hockey alone at home
And wonderin' who's gonna win The Cup
Curious about who will be victorious
If it was full of coughee I know the brothers will man up
Believing that the presence of marijuana would intensify the competitiveness
I'll stand up to get a drink, then I get a call
Expecting a typical night at home alone
Can you come over so I can lick your balls?
Receiving a vulgar invitation for oral sex
Well yes, I guess let me shampoo my nuts and get dressed
Agreeing but needing to groom himself first
Mission complete, I hit the street with the suite, some heat
Successfully fulfilling the invitation
But fuck, there's some cops on the beat
Encountering law enforcement
And there's some crooked laws
Aware of unjust laws and potential violations
That'll pull you over and dig all in your draws
Feeling violated by invasive police searches
5:30 p.m., I'm at the lab again
Heading back to work on music
Another song, about to take another stab again
Preparing to create another track
Drinkin' and laughin' and puff, puff, passin' it
Enjoying a relaxed creative process and sharing weed
To and fro' while constructin' my flow
Crafting lyrics while passing the joint
And pick up some hoes, up in this motherfucker
Planning to bring women back to his studio
Hey, whatcha wanna do girl?
Asking for their intentions or desires
I don't wanna tease you, I just wanna please you
Clarifying his intentions
And lick you from your neck to the top of your dick
Detailing his desired sexual acts
And then rub my clit and grind my hips
Describing how she will pleasure herself
Oh, that sounds like some pretty cool shit
Reacting positively to her sexual suggestions
But damn, might get full of weed and alcohol
Acknowledging the potential consequences of their actions
I go to sleep, you try to dig off in my wallet and in my draws
Worried that the women may try to steal from him
Don't want that shit to happen
Hoping to avoid getting robbed
Don't get it twisted just because I'm rappin'
Asserting himself as a serious artist
I don't want it, don't want it, don't want it
Reiterating that he does not want to be taken advantage of
Contributed by Hailey D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Cool As Ice
I can't say no more.......just a dope joint, blaze it up homies.
Plamatonto
Devin's rhymes always make me laugh
Underneath MyEyelids
Love Your Music Devin! Keeps the Dude on Steady Repeat^^, i could never get tired of his style. never :)
Spuddy Krova
Real definition of a rapper
MS
listen to this song with headphones with nice bass, really badass
Kirk Williams
Stays blazed jus like The Dude...Keep blessing us Dev!
3rd Coast Sports TV
This shit sound like the it would be on the opening credit for a New Line Cinema movie shit smooth as hell
Jose C
Lol so specific
Jacquesh Cotto
I kind of imagine myself drivin thru the hood real slow in a caddy to this song lol
MC Jiitsei
cant forget when this banged as first song in his show in Helsinki! gotta love this