When Gillum was in the first grade, his mother left his father, an associate professor of art at CSU Fresno. Gillum moved in with his grandparents in Berkeley, California, where he attended Berkeley High School. They later moved to North Oakland, although Gillum continued to attend school in Berkeley. Gillum attended Loyola University New Orleans, where he graduated with a BA in music industry studies in 2011.
Starting out as a record producer, G-Eazy began working on singles while he was still a student at the Loyola University at New Orleans with his producer Christoph Andersson who also was a student there.[4][5] He gained some recognition for being a part of the new hip hop scene back in the East Bay Area, joining with such artists as Lil B, Crohn and The Cataracs.[6][7] He became a member of a local hip hop group called "The Bay Boyz", who had released several songs on their Myspace page.[8]
In 2008, he was performing at a college talent show and was nearly booed off, when Matt Bauerschmidt noticed him and signed him as a client to his new music management company The Revels Group which he started with Matt Davis.
In 2010, G-Eazy was given an opportunity to open for some well-known artists, most notably Lil Wayne and Snoop Dogg.
G-Eazy's mixtapes at this period of time were met with limited success. In August 2011, he released The Endless Summer, with an updated version of the 1961 hit song "Runaround Sue", which garnered over four million views via YouTube. The music video was directed by Tyler Yee. The mixtape features guest appearances from Greg Banks, Erika Flowers, and Devon Baldwin. In November 2011, Gillum embarked on a nationwide tour with Shwayze. "My Life Is a Party" was featured in the game Saints Row: The Third on an in-game radio station.
On June 16, 2012, G-Eazy performed all United States dates on the annual Vans Warped Tour. On July 25, 2012, the Excellent Adventure Tour was announced, which featured Hoodie Allen and G-Eazy. The two performed in cities across the U.S., including Pittsburgh, St. Louis, Columbus, Des Moines, New Orleans, Atlanta, Austin, and Philadelphia. On September 26, 2012, G-Eazy released his first full-length album, Must Be Nice. The album, which was completely independent of a label, landed at number 3 on the iTunes Hip-Hop Chart. On July 9, 2013, G-Eazy, alongside 2 Chainz, opened for Lil Wayne's "America's Most Wanted Tour". On December 15, 2013, G-Eazy and Master Chen B performed "Lotta That" from These Things Happen in New York City. On January 15, 2014, G-Eazy announced his "These Things Happen Tour" with Rockie Fresh, KYLE, and Tory Lanez accompanying him. The tour ran for 40 stops throughout the United States and Canada from February until April 2014.
On June 23, 2014, G-Eazy released his major-label debut album, These Things Happen. The album topped the US Billboard's Hip-Hop/R&B and Top Rap Albums charts, also earning him the number 3 spot on the US Billboard 200 and the Top Digital Albums Chart. The album has sold nearly 265,000 copies to date. On October 21, 2014, Gillum embarked on his sold-out "From the Bay to the Universe" tour. The tour traveled across the globe to countries like Australia and New Zealand. This was his first headlining tour overseas.
During the summer of 2015, G-Eazy played some of the main stages at a series of notable music festivals, including Lollapalooza, Electric Forest, Bonnaroo, Outside Lands, Made in America, and Austin City Limits. With the rise of his music career, Gillum has also taken up an interest in fashion by releasing a collaboration with Rare Panther in the fall of 2015 and being named GQ Magazine's top 10 most stylish at New York Fashion Week. Gillum's second album, When It's Dark Out, was released on December 4, 2015. On January 6, 2016, G-Eazy launched his second world tour. The tour saw G-Eazy tour the United States, Europe, and Australia. His single "Me, Myself & I", in collaboration with Bebe Rexha, peaked at number 7 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
He co-headlined the Endless Summer tour with American rapper Logic, along with YG and Yo Gotti as supporting acts, from June to August. Before the tour, he announced his mixtape, Endless Summer II. He canceled the tape due to problems with sample clearance. In May 2016, G-Eazy confirmed that he would be featured on Britney Spears' single "Make Me...". The single was released on July 15, 2016, and serves as the lead single from Spears' ninth studio album.
G-Eazy performed "Make Me..." and "Me, Myself & I" with Spears at the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards and the 2016 iHeartRadio Music Festival. Gillum released an EP with Guatemalan DJ Carnage called Step Brothers on March 27, 2017. G-Eazy released his new single, a collaboration with American singer Kehlani called "Good Life", which is a part of the eighth installment of the film franchise Fast & Furious, titled The Fate of the Furious. He was also featured in the new Dillon Francis single titled "Say Less".
On June 14, 2017, G-Eazy announced through Instagram and Twitter that his next studio album, The Beautiful & Damned, would be released in the fall of 2017. On November 8, 2017, the official release day was announced as December 15, as well as an accompanying short film.
On December 5, 2017, G-Eazy released his second single from The Beautiful & Damned titled "Him & I" with Halsey, with whom he was in a relationship. They performed the song together on Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve of 2017. On February 27, 2019, G-Eazy released the single, "West Coast", featuring Blueface, and released the video on March 28, 2019, adding ALLBLACK and YG.\\G-Eazy released an EP B-Sides on June 25, 2019, which contained the songs that wouldn't make it onto his then-upcoming album. The EP spawned the song "Bang" with American rapper Tyga. He later re-released the EP on August 22 and September 19 with additional tracks.
Gillum released the single "I Wanna Rock", featuring American rapper Gunna, as the lead single of his EP Scary Nights, on October 16. The EP was released on October 18. In March 2020, G-Eazy announced a new project featuring an indie rock sound titled Everything's Strange Here. The album was officially released on June 26, 2020.
G-Eazy released his long-anticipated fourth studio album These Things Happen Too on September 24, 2021. It was supported by the singles "Running Wild (Tumblr Girls 2)" featuring Kossisko, and "Breakdown" featuring Demi Lovato in the weeks leading up to the release date.
In 2018, G-Eazy headlined a concert for Bay Area fire relief that raised $15 million, pulled out of an H&M sponsorship deal after blowback about a sweatshirt advertisement that some considered to be racist, performed at an Everytown fundraiser on the eve of March For Our Lives, and used his platform to speak out against gun violence. Also that year, G-Eazy launched the Endless Summer Fund, which is a non-profit dedicated to helping young people reach their full potential and strengthening the Bay Area community.
In 2022, G-Eazy joined the ownership group of the Purpose-driven, professional soccer team Oakland Roots.
Never Listen To Adults
G-Eazy Lyrics
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I turned up the volume on my speakers
All I spend money on is alcohol and sneakers
Hella Mary Jane, I got bundles of reefer
I slept through class, never listened to my teachers
'Cause I ain't really feel what they was teachin'
Always had dreams but they said I'd never reach 'em
Skipped to the back, I ain't turn one page
If you don't go to school you'll make a dumb wage
It's a fucked up system, but it's never going to change
I channel through my bars all the struggling, the pain
'Cause I know my destiny is not to die with no name
So what you got a doctorate, I built my own fame
You in denial on the side like some chicken lo-mein
I'm kicking propane when I enter the lab
And Ninja Turtle swag, no Splinter of that
I've spent on my dreams, but you've spent on a fag
'Cause it's ill shit when I put the pen to the pad
Chill son they already know this
But it took them four years just to know this
Irregardless I'm focused to say some ill shit
So when I die they'll quote this
And maybe then I'll get the props I deserve
I know what I'm looking for it's right around the curb
But can't seem to grab it I'm searching for the nerve
Where the road to my riches and my dreams come to merge
Where my lifestyle matches my words
And trips to the sneaker shop are always a splurge
I'm getting there young, getting to a verge
Of a breakthrough year where my success will emerge
I made it here on my own, what can you say?
My everyday life is Mardi Gras Tuesday
Dray phones on listening to Lupe
I'm knowing I should say more but I feel it's too late
Record labels want bubble gum hits
A groupie fan base filled with bubble gum chicks
But when you're upstream up the struggle comes quick
You're in a sea full of misery and trouble runs thick
I'm not the one everyone thinks I am Brady in the six
Not the number one pick
I'm no music industry experiment
This is my career I'm in the driver's seat steering it
And there's some pressure on my shoulder's and I'm feeling it
But some worth a sweat one five and I'm peeling it
The word won deals done now I'm sealing it
The infrastructure's blue printed now I'm out building it
From the ground up, I still got a ways a go
I fucked the game raw yo plus fellatio
Then I flipped her something like a cart wheel
I'm authentic, can't make it if you aren't real
I want to be remembered so I grind like a barrel
'Cause my songs will beat longer than my heart will
The song 'Never Listen To Adults' by G-Eazy is about rebellion and following one's own dreams instead of living up to societal expectations. The lyrics convey a message that the traditional system of education and career success is flawed, and encourages listeners to pursue their passions instead of blindly following what adults impose on them. The artist highlights the hard work and dedication it takes to become successful in the music industry and the struggles that come with it. He also emphasizes that authenticity and perseverance are essential to achieving long-lasting success.
The lyrics suggest that G-Eazy's journey towards success was unconventional as he slept through classes, never listened to his teachers, and did not conform to the standard measures of success. The artist also challenges those who doubted his dreams and determined his potential, stating that they were wrong, and he is determined to make his mark in the music industry. The song encourages individuals to be true to themselves and to not limit themselves based on societal constructs.
Line by Line Meaning
Never listen to adults
Don't always follow the advice of adults
I turned up the volume on my speakers
I listen to music loudly
All I spend money on is alcohol and sneakers
I only spend money on drinking and buying sneakers
Hella Mary Jane, I got bundles of reefer
I have a lot of marijuana, more than I need
I slept through class, never listened to my teachers
I wasn't interested in what my teachers were teaching, so I slept through class
'Cause I ain't really feel what they was teachin'
I didn't connect with the subjects my teachers were teaching
Always had dreams but they said I'd never reach 'em
People told me that my dreams were unattainable
Skipped to the back, I ain't turn one page
I didn't read any of the material in class
Trying to tell you how to live at a young age
Adults try to tell you how to live your life when you're young
If you don't go to school you'll make a dumb wage
If you don't go to school, you'll make less money
It's a fucked up system, but it's never going to change
The system is broken, but it won't change
I channel through my bars all the struggling, the pain
I express my struggles and pain through my music
'Cause I know my destiny is not to die with no name
I believe that I'm meant to be famous and successful
So what you got a doctorate, I built my own fame
I don't need a degree to be successful, I made my own success
You in denial on the side like some chicken lo-mein
You're in denial, like the side dish of chicken lo mein
I'm kicking propane when I enter the lab
I'm creating fire when I make music
And Ninja Turtle swag, no Splinter of that
I have cool style, like a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle
I've spent on my dreams, but you've spent on a fag
I've invested in my dreams, but you've wasted money on something useless
'Cause it's ill shit when I put the pen to the pad
I create amazing music when I write lyrics
Chill son they already know this
Relax, people already know this
But it took them four years just to know this
People took a long time to notice my talent
Irregardless I'm focused to say some ill shit
Regardless, I'm focused on making great music
So when I die they'll quote this
When I die, people will remember my lyrics
And maybe then I'll get the props I deserve
Hopefully, I'll finally get the recognition I deserve
I know what I'm looking for it's right around the curb
I know what I want, and it's close by
But can't seem to grab it I'm searching for the nerve
I can't seem to achieve my goals, I'm searching for the courage
Where the road to my riches and my dreams come to merge
The point where my wealth and dreams come together
Where my lifestyle matches my words
Where my actions align with my lyrics
And trips to the sneaker shop are always a splurge
I always spend a lot of money when I buy sneakers
I'm getting there young, getting to a verge
I'm becoming successful at a young age
Of a breakthrough year where my success will emerge
The year where I finally become successful
I made it here on my own, what can you say?
I've achieved success without relying on anyone else
My everyday life is Mardi Gras Tuesday
My life is like a party every day
Dray phones on listening to Lupe
I listen to Lupe Fiasco on my Dr. Dre headphones
I'm knowing I should say more but I feel it's too late
I feel like I should communicate more, but it might be too late
Record labels want bubble gum hits
Record labels want simple, catchy songs
A groupie fan base filled with bubble gum chicks
A fan base of young, impressionable girls who like simple music
But when you're upstream up the struggle comes quick
When you're trying to make unique, meaningful music, it's difficult
You're in a sea full of misery and trouble runs thick
The music industry is full of stress and problems
I'm not the one everyone thinks I am Brady in the six
I'm not the typical person people expect me to be
Not the number one pick
I'm not the most popular person
I'm no music industry experiment
I'm not just another product of the music industry
This is my career I'm in the driver's seat steering it
I'm in control of my own career
And there's some pressure on my shoulder's and I'm feeling it
I feel the weight of the expectations on me
But some worth a sweat one five and I'm peeling it
I'm willing to work hard and sweat to achieve my goals
The word won deals done now I'm sealing it
I've made agreements and now I'm finalizing them
The infrastructure's blue printed now I'm out building it
I have a plan and now I'm putting it into action
From the ground up, I still got a ways a go
I started from nothing and I still have a long way to go
I fucked the game raw yo plus fellatio
I succeeded in the music industry without any help
Then I flipped her something like a cart wheel
I achieved even greater success
I'm authentic, can't make it if you aren't real
I'm genuine, and you won't be successful if you're not
I want to be remembered so I grind like a barrel
I want to be remembered, so I work hard every day
'Cause my songs will beat longer than my heart will
My music will last longer than my life
Contributed by Michael H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@oopsySeason
one of the hardest he made
@jayrush4076
I fuck with g since the epidemic lp 😂
@aaronreyna7468
put this song on Spotify premium ðŸ˜
@samg.2232
"when youre gone" :')
@_z.instinct_4189
I got that reference too lmao
@thegamingdino5332
its a really old song so no one realy knows it
@Anthony-lm8fx
Never listen to adultssssss
@raikino9213
Never listen to adults
I turned up the volume on my speakers
All I spend money on is alcohol and sneakers
Hella MaryJane, I got bundles of reefer
I slept through class, never listened to my teachers
Cuz I ain't really feel what they was teachin'
Allways had dreams but they said I'd never reach 'em
Skipped to the back, I ain't turn one page
Trying to tell you how to live at a young age
If you don't go to school you'll make a dumb wage
It's a fucked up system, but it's never going to change
I channel through my bars all the struggling, the pain
Cuz I know my destiny is not to die with no name
So what you got a doctorate, I built my own fame
You in denial on the side like some chicken lo-mein
I'm kicking propane when I enter the lab
And Ninja Turtle swag, no Splinter of that
I've spent on my dreams, but you've spent on a fag
Cuz it's ill shit when I put the pen to the pad
Chill son they already know this
But it took them four years just to notice
Irregardless I'm focused
I just wanna say some ill shit
So when I die they'll quote this
And maybe then I'll get the props I deserve
I know what I'm looking for it's right around the curb
But can't seem to grab it I'm searching for the nerve
Where the road to my riches and my dreams come to merge
Where my lifestyle matches my words
And trips to the sneaker shop are allways a splerge
I'm getting there young, getting to a verge
Of a breakthrough year where my success will emerge
I made it here on my own, what can you say?
My everyday life is marti gra tuesday
Dray phones on listening to Lupe
I'm knowing I should say more but I feel it's too late
Record labels want bubble gum hits
A groupie fan base filled with bubble gum chicks
But when you're upstream up the struggle comes quick
You're in a sea full of misery and trouble runs thick
I'm not the one everyone thinks I am Brady in the six
Not the number one pick
I'm no music industry experiment
This is my carreer I'm in the driver's seat steering it
And there's some pressure on my shoulder's and I'm feeling it
But some worth a sweat one five and I'm peeling it
The word won deals done now I'm sealing it
The infrastructure's blue printed now I'm out building it
From the ground up, I still got a ways a go
I fucked the game raw yo plus fillachio
Then I flipped her something like a cart wheel
I'm authentic, can't make it if you aren't real
I want to be remembered so I grind like a barrel
Cuz my songs will beat longer than my heart will
@holdenbaldassi3697
Man no one even knows about this
@MassEdits-yi4zb
Fuck parents do u don't listen to no one beside your self and you will accomplish much more not letting people hold u down