E.S.G., or Cedric Hill as he was born, is a rapper from Houston, Texas (although he was born in Louisiana and moved to Houston later in life) who played a key role in the development of Houston’s ‘Chopped And Screwed’ sound alongside DJ Screw in the mid to late ’90s, beginning with his debut LP “Oceans Of Funk” in 1994. The more popular songs from this album were repackaged with new songs and released as a faux-sophomore effort by Perrion Entertainment in 1995, as the landmark “Sailin’ Da South”. This album contained several radio-friendly, summery tracks, none moreso than Swangin’ & Bangin’, which was also re-worked (or “screwed”) by close friend DJ Screw. Both the original track and its slowed down alter-ego cemented Hill’s place as a mainstay in the burgeoning Houston rap scene and also the wider southern rap movement.
E.S.G. spent several years in jail following an incident in which his partner was shot dead in a home invasion. E.S.G. returned fire and killed the intruder (“Nigga broke in my crib, shot my partner in the head, so I grab my chopper left a bitch nigga dead”). He was subsequently charged with first degree murder and was incarcerated before beating the charge. “Sailin’ Da South” was released and gained him notoriety while he was on lock.
He was then released and increased his workrate, releasing Return Of The Living Dead shortly after in 1998. He is an original member of Screwed Up Click, the group formed by the late DJ Screw.
E.S.G. is known for having ongoing beef with other Houston rappers, namely Slim Thug, whom Hill claims cut him out of a potential deal, and also Lil’ Flip, for reasons less publicly documented (“Had Flip under my wing, Slim Thug too, and both them niggaz switch like some homosexuals do”).
E.S.G. is married and has a son and a daughter. His father died from complications related to Auto Immune Deficiency Syndrome / Human Immunodeficiency Virus during E’s childhood in Bogalusa, Louisiana (“Then my daddy died, he had full blown AIDS, he was tootin’ up, then that nigga started shootin’ up”). This left E with his uncle as his primary male role model during his youth (“Uncle started recruitin’ us, he was hustlin’ crack, it’s safe to say I was born in the trap”).
In the early ’90s, he moved from Bogalusa to nearby Lafayette, Louisiana, while attending USL (University of Southern Louisiana), before again moving to Houston, Texas, where he made his name as a rapper (“Sold my first thirty Gs, game’s gettin’ deeper, moved to H-Town ‘cause the bricks were cheaper”).
Smoke On
E.S.G. Lyrics
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Smoke Reefer
My OG’s
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My OG’s
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My OG’s
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My OG’s Smoke reefer
I’m high
Wiz Khalifa
So up
Off sativa
Or smoke
Real low
On that indica
Break it down
Grind it up
Unravel the leaf
Make sure
You check the Grinder
Because you gotta
Scrape the keef
Bust it down
Roll it up
Spark the flame in this bitch
Ain’t stressing about a nigga
Or a lame In this Bitch
I’m getting to this money
Fucking bitches
And it’s lovely
I’m Higher than motherfucker
Sipping on some bubbly
Flyer then motherfucker
Dripping with my brother
D.T.F.T. Drip Mxbb
No other
Snapping out the fame
Know the picture
Fully loaded
Ah
Mobbing with the gang
You know
The world
We took I.T over
Ah
Drip Daddi The God
Everything I do is golden
Ah
Midas touch the game
Now my name
They saying over
Ah
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The lyrics to E.S.G.'s song Smoke On are a celebration and tribute to the use of marijuana. The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "My OG's smoke reefer" indicating that the rapper's group of friends or associates all smoke the drug. The verses continue this theme, with E.S.G. discussing his own experiences with smoking and how it makes him feel, as well as giving instructions on how to properly prepare the drug for consumption.
The rapper mentions specific strains of marijuana, sativa, and indica, and talks about the different effects they have on him. He also discusses the process of grinding and rolling the drug, emphasizing that it must be done correctly to get the most out of it. Throughout the song, E.S.G. portrays a carefree attitude, stating that he is not "stressin' about a nigga or a lame in this bitch" and is instead focused on making money and enjoying life.
Overall, Smoke On celebrates the use of marijuana as a way to relax and enjoy life without worrying about the stresses of the world. It also highlights the community aspect of smoking, with E.S.G. referring to his friends as "OG's" and indicating that they all share a common bond in their love of the drug.
Line by Line Meaning
My OG’s Smoke Reefer
The people I look up to and respect smoke marijuana
I’m high / Wiz Khalifa
I am currently under the influence of marijuana and feeling similar to how the rapper Wiz Khalifa must feel
So up / Off sativa
I am feeling very elevated and energized due to the type of marijuana strain called sativa
Or smoke / Real low / On that indica
Alternatively, I can smoke a different type of marijuana strain called indica to feel more relaxed and calm
Break it down / Grind it up / Unravel the leaf
To prepare the marijuana to be smoked, I need to break it down into smaller pieces, grind it up, and remove the leaves
Make sure / You check the Grinder / Because you gotta / Scrape the keef
It is important to check the grinder for any leftover pieces of marijuana called keef, which should be saved to use later
Bust it down / Roll it up / Spark the flame in this bitch
Now that the marijuana is prepared, I am going to roll it into a joint and light it with a lighter
Ain’t stressing about a nigga / Or a lame In this Bitch
I am not worried about anyone else's opinions or behavior in this situation
I’m getting to this money / Fucking bitches / And it’s lovely
I am focused on making money and having sexual relationships, which I am enjoying
I’m Higher than motherfucker / Sipping on some bubbly
I am very high from the marijuana and also drinking champagne
Flyer then motherfucker / Dripping with my brother / D.T.F.T. Drip Mxbb / No other
I am more stylish and trendy than anyone else and I am with my close friend who is also fashionable and we are representing our clothing brand
Snapping out the fame / Know the picture / Fully loaded / Ah
I am taking pictures for fame and success, and I am ready and well-equipped for this task
Mobbing with the gang / You know / The world / We took I.T over / Ah
I am with my group of friends and we are confident and successful, taking over the world and making our mark
Drip Daddi The God / Everything I do is golden / Ah
I am very successful and skilled in my profession and everything I do turns to gold
Midas touch the game / Now my name / They saying over / Ah
I am so successful and influential that I can make anything I touch turn to gold, and people recognize me and my accomplishments
My OG’s / Smoke Reefer
The people I look up to and respect smoke marijuana
My OG’s / Smoke Reefer
The people I look up to and respect smoke marijuana
My OG’s / Smoke Reefer
The people I look up to and respect smoke marijuana
Smoke Reefer
Smoking marijuana is a common activity among the people I respect and admire
Smoke Reefer
Smoking marijuana is a common activity among the people I respect and admire
My OG’s / Smoke Reefer
The people I look up to and respect smoke marijuana
My OG’s / Smoke Reefer
The people I look up to and respect smoke marijuana
My OG’s / Smoke Reefer
The people I look up to and respect smoke marijuana
Smoke Reefer
Smoking marijuana is a common activity among the people I respect and admire
Smoke Reefer
Smoking marijuana is a common activity among the people I respect and admire
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Written by: Khari Farrer
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Rudy Rangel
This is real music. Nobody makes music like this anymore. Today's hip hop is WHACKKKKK!
Ramón H. Vazquez
underground still lit just gotta know where to look n do sum diggin'
Arius Gadison
Mike Jackson i replied maxo cause he's a houston rapper rapping abt basically the same shit old houston rappers used to rap abt.
Mike Jackson
@Arius Gadison maxo cream? Lolol
Kevin Perez
jlb2171 fr he was holding it down in da Lou for da longest, i wonderrr
Zorg
@Worn out Testicles early/mid 80s up to 97/98 has enough dope shit for me. class of '94
Christine Marie
Still loving & Playing ESG in 2020! #SouthMusicDaBest
Pierce Scott
#SouthsideStillHoldin
Trenton Gipson
Man i was like 7 r 8 years of age without a care in the world ,riding around in back seat as my older brother N his friend cruise the city lights . R.I.P. JRock ...the was the good ol days, uno cards, Mad Dog ,with the new ports burning a young man eyes .Little did big brother kno he had unleashed a classic in tape deck ..Mannnn Louisiana & Texas stand up
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R.I.P🙏🏻