What A Job
Devin the Dude Lyrics

Rollin' up another swisha, listenin' to the beat again
Starting up the workday by rolling another joint and getting in the zone with the beat.

Drankin' but we concentratin', smoke another sweet again
Despite drinking, we maintain focus while we smoke another blunt.

Steadily rewindin', trying to make some hot shit
Taking our time to make sure we create high-quality music.

Oh, what a job this is
Reflecting on the challenges and unique experiences that come with being a musician.

Another all-nighter, tryin' to get it done
Putting in long hours to finish projects and meet deadlines.

Barely make it home with the morning sun
Working so late that we barely get any rest before the start of a new day.

Baby mother thinking that you on some other shit
Facing difficulties trying to balance work, family, and personal life.

Drankin' yet I'm thinking of another rhyme
Drinking while brainstorming ideas for new lyrics.

Smokin', hoping that some bad news will come some other time
Using marijuana as a way to cope with anxiety and stress.

'Cause I'm trying to do what I've loved, I love what I do
Sticking with music because it's a passion and brings joy.

This music is something more different than the weed and the brew
Acknowledging the unique value and impact of music compared to other substances or hobbies.

That's why we mashin', we ain't asking for nothing, we working for it
Putting in effort and hard work to achieve success, rather than relying on handouts or favors.

Push it, peddled it to the people, they can't ignore it, this is for
Sharing our music with the public and hoping they appreciate it.

All the independents, a few major labels
Shouting out and including all types of record labels.

The big studios who still give niggas favors
Acknowledging the benefits and perks that come with working with major studios.

On the mixin' and mastering, puzzlin' and
Working on perfecting the sound quality and composition of the music.

Plastering the tracks together on tapes, C-D's, wax or whatever
Putting the final touches on music releases for different formats.

This is for all the engineers who smoke weed
Giving a shoutout to other music industry professionals who use marijuana.

Can't forget about the production cost and all the hidden fees
Considering the financial aspects involved in making and promoting the music.

For another rhyme written, we spend time spittin' in the booth
Investing time and energy into writing and recording more lyrics.

Sometimes it's like a pigeon coop
Acknowledging that recording studios can sometimes be small and cramped.

But it's all for the cause, yeah, so I'm
Accepting the challenges of a music career as part of the larger goal.

Gonna continue to MC and smoke weed, you know I'm
Dedicating oneself to the craft of rapping and continuing to use marijuana.

As easy as it looks to you, I make it look so easy
Acknowledging that being a successful musician can look easy from an outsider's perspective, but takes a lot of effort.

With the music I'd be making big impression I'd be leaving
Believing that the music being created is making a significant impression on the industry.

And a lot of folks, they stop and stare thinking I'ma trickin' off
Acknowledging that some people may judge musicians for their lavish lifestyles.

I roll another bleezy, puff it, pass it and shake it off
Using smoking as a way to relax and not let the judgment from others get to them.

Move on to the next phase and it's amazing
Looking forward to the next steps in the music career with excitement.

The next generation of rappers, big Snoop Dogg raising
Looking forward to the impact and influence that future generations of rappers, like Snoop Dogg, will have.

Still got the fortune and fame, yeah, I'm doing my thang
Enjoying the ongoing success and recognition that comes with being a well-known musician.

Check this Devin, somebody said that real Gs to go heaven
Sharing a saying about the importance of being true to oneself to earn respect.

So I'ma keep spittin' the truth on these fools like a reverend
Continuing to use music as a platform to speak the truth and avoid misleading or insincere content.

Stay open like 7/11 that's 24/7, when you need some hot shit
Being available and reliable like a 24/7 convenience store for fans who want good music.

Stop by and get you a beverage, I'm servin'
Welcoming fans to enjoy and partake in the music being created.

My rhymes like nickels and dimes
Comparing the value and significance of the lyrics to small denominations of money.

Plug it in, let it play and let me blow your mind
Encouraging listeners to play the music and be impressed by it.

It's the dominant conglomerate, prominent and I'ma get
Boasting about being part of a successful music group that holds a lot of power.

What I gotta get, twist another sweet and bob to the beat
Continuing to smoke marijuana and enjoy the music being created.

We work nights, we some vampires
Acknowledging the late hours and nocturnal lifestyle that comes with being a musician.

Niggas gather 'round their beat like a campfire
Coming together as a group to work on music, like a common activity around a campfire.

Singin' folk songs but not no kumbaya, my Lord
Working on music that has meaning and purpose, rather than just being a happy-go-lucky folk song.

You download it for free, we get charged back for it
Bringing attention to the issue of music piracy and its negative effects on the industry.

I know you're saying, they won't know they won't miss it
Addressing the excuse some people use to justify downloading music illegally.

Besides, I ain't a thief, they won't pay me a visit
Rejecting the label of being a thief merely because of the industry they're in.

So if I come to your job, take your corn on the cob
Pointing out the hypocrisy of people who justify piracy while also getting upset when the tables are turned.

And take a couple kernels off it, that would be alright with you
Suggesting that taking a small amount of someone's property without permission is still not acceptable.

Hell no, yeah, exactamundo
Rejecting the argument that piracy is okay, followed by agreement that taking someone's property without permission is wrong.

But we just keep recording and it ain't to get no condo
Working on music not just for financial gain or material possessions, but because of a genuine love for what they do.

And candy, Bentley, Fanny with no panties in Miami
Poking fun at the common aspirations for wealth and luxury associated with the music industry.

And that cute lil' chick named Tammy that you took to the Grammys
Making fun of the stereotypical date that rappers bring to music awards shows.

See we do it for that boy that graduated
Taking pride in creating music that resonates with fans and holds memories and significance for them.

That looked you in your eyes real tough and said 'preciate it
Receiving appreciation from fans and feeling a sense of accomplishment from that recognition.

And that he wouldn't have made it if it wasn't for your CD number 9
Recognizing that their music has played a role in the success and achievement of some listeners.

And he's standing with his baby momma Kiki and she cryin'
Emphasizing the emotional impact the music has had on some fans and their relationships.

Talkin' 'bout that they used to get high to me in high school
Recalling and reminiscing on past life experiences with fans who have grown up listening to the music.

And they used to make love to me in college
Recalling and reminiscing on past intimate experiences with fans who have grown up listening to the music.

Then they told me 'bout their first date listenin' to my tunes
Receiving stories and sharing in the memories that fans associate with their music.

And how he liked her finger nail polish
Humorously noting the random details that fans remember and associate with their music.

I say, hate to cut you off but I gotta go
Sadly but necessarily ending the conversation to return to work.

I wish you could tell me mo' but I'm off to the studio, gotta write tonight
Reflecting on the never-ending creative process of making music and the need to continue working.

Hey, can you put us in your raps? I don't see why not
Acknowledging the hopeful yet comical requests from fans to be mentioned in their music.

Devin is the dude you gon' probably hear him talkin' 'bout
Giving a shoutout to oneself and acknowledging that they are a frequent topic of their own music.

Yeah, this life we live, what a job this is, real spit man
Reflecting on the ups and downs and challenges of a music career.

A lot of folks want to walk in these shoes but
Acknowledging the appeal and widespread interest in having a successful music career.

They just don't know man, it's a hell of a job, man
Emphasizing the difficulties and unique experiences that come with being a musician.

To be a rapper, MC, whatever you want to call it, man
Using various terms to describe oneself as a musician.