Iamsu!, born Sudan Ameer Williams, has been making music for over a decade.… Read Full Bio ↴Iamsu!, born Sudan Ameer Williams, has been making music for over a decade. He began playing the drums as a child and later branched out to writing, producing, and finally rapping. Always inspired to be himself, he has avoided being the stereotypical artist. Su! has used his personal experiences to shape his music and his life. .... Iamsu! spent his early years in Richmond and Pinole, California, as well as Grambling, Louisiana. In Grambling, he enjoyed and was inspired by Grambling University’s nationally acclaimed band. In addition, Su! has traveled to Jamaica often to visit his God mother where he enjoyed reggae music. Also, his visits to Africa and Europe shaped and inspired his unique sound. .... In High School, Su! began producing and rapping seriously and formed a group called “The Go-Gettaz” which enjoyed local successes and performances across the Bay Area. Achieving over 1 million Myspace plays, “The Go-Gettaz” were the number one unsigned group in the country respectively. .... In addition, Su! and “The Go-Gettaz” group member P-Lo formed the production team “The Invasion” shortly after graduating high school. They went on to produce singles for a host of local artists including Young Bari, and the Diligentz. Gaining attention as a producer, Su! continues to collaborate with popular Bay Area artists, such as, Bobby Brackins, Kaz Kyzah (of the Team), G5 The Jett, and Erk Tha Jerk. .... Finally, Su! has ventured out as a solo artist crafting songs that are genuine and fun. Making music that is enjoyed by a diverse and large group of listeners, Su! continues to prove himself as a standout lyricist, artist, and producer. With his latest mix tape “Su! The Right Thing” being download over 20,000 times in a one week span, it is clear to see that Su!’s stock is rising in the music world. Constantly leaking songs via his blog(hbk3000.blogspot.com) and his twitter page (@iamsu), Su! keeps giving his listeners what they want… leaving people asking themselves “Who is Su!?” .... Check out IAMSU! @ HOTNEWHIPHOP.COM/IAMSU AND TWITTER.COM/IAMSU ............

Problems
Iamsu! Lyrics

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I think I got a reefer problem
I'm pedal to the sneaker bottom
Black people, we were kings and queens
But teachers don't teach about 'em
Get paper, boss up!
Invest in houses, I would hug the whole hood, but I can't reach around it
Born in a lil' ass city, no peace, it's violent
I wanna change it and I pray down on my knees about it

But they don't need much, they just need some guidance
Me fallin' off, try my hardest not to think about it
First class, both feet up, I could knee the pilot
Niggas chasing cash, made a smash, so I postarized it
Why niggas with the least money talkin' most about it?
Niggas don't wanna live lavish, rather post about it
Don't matter what a nigga drive, but a hoe get out it
All you niggas is my sons, and I'm post-traumatic

I think I got a reefer problem
I'm pedal to the sneaker bottom
As I sit back and think about it
I think I need a million dollars

I think I got a reefer problem
I'm pedal to the sneaker bottom
As I sit back and think about it
I think I need a million dollars

I think I got a reefer problem
Keep the family wit me, keep the creeps from 'round me
I pray I see another 24 tomorrow
Finna' give these lames another new flow to borrow
Self made, self payed, get wit the team
Spit that presidential, my picture's fresher than Listerine
Fraud ass rap game, you know it ain't what it seems
Tryna balance like tight rope and on a string
Duck and dodging phony's like
Marshan after snaps, one of the best rap for rap
Track for track, imagine that
Picture this and vision how motivated my mission is
Might forget but won't forgive, gotta get it how you live
Live it, eat it, breath it
Set a goal, complete it, scrambling egg head rappers
Their career will be over easy
'Cause I'm clockin' out when I wake up for breakfast
Scratchin' rappers off my check list
As I'm lighting up a L, I'm thinkin', oh

I think I got a reefer problem
I'm pedal to the sneaker bottom
As I sit back and think about it
I think I need a million dollars

I think I got a reefer problem
I'm pedal to the sneaker bottom
As I sit back and think about it
I think I need a million dollars

I'm tryna live comfortably, workin' hard cause ain't nothing free
Rollin' up some real potent weed
And I like to be tucked with freaks
Niggas know what my steez is
Showin' love to my people
Take this, even if you don't need it
I just want us all to be equal
And want us all to see the finner things
So don't trip off of those minor things
And to be real, in my mind it seem
That we no longer in the minor league
I'm smoked out thinking bout it
You can proly go read about it
What life and all you just need a balance
I need the money and I need it now
So I'm plotting on it I am, I do all that I can
I show love to my fans and all my niggas that's fam
Now that I really think about it, I'm high about all this weed I blew
I think I got a reefa prolem, scratch that
Man, I know I do

I think I got a reefer problem
I'm pedal to the sneaker bottom
As I sit back and think about it
I think I need a million dollars

I think I got a reefer problem
I'm pedal to the sneaker bottom

As I sit back and think about it
I think I need a million dollars

Overall Meaning

The song "Problems" by Iamsu! is about the struggles he faces in life, both in terms of his desire for wealth and success, as well as his growing dependence on marijuana. In the first verse, he acknowledges his addiction to weed by singing "I think I got a reefer problem". He then goes on to reflect on the state of the African American community, saying that teachers don't educate about black history, and emphasizing the importance of investing money in property. He talks about the violence and lack of peace in his hometown, and his desire to change things for the better. He concludes the verse by saying that he has faith in God, but he needs guidance in order to achieve his goals.

In the second verse, Iamsu! continues to reflect on his ambition, stating that he needs a million dollars and that he's willing to work hard to get it. He criticizes the rap game for being fraudulent and full of phonies, saying that he tries to avoid these people as much as possible. He emphasizes the need for goal-setting and hard work, and explains that he is striving for success not just for himself, but for his fans and friends. Overall, the song is about an artist who is trying to make it in the industry and also trying to do good for his community, while simultaneously dealing with some personal challenges.

Line by Line Meaning

I think I got a reefer problem
I have been smoking too much weed

I'm pedal to the sneaker bottom
I am always on the move, never stop hustling

Black people, we were kings and queens But teachers don't teach about 'em
Black people have a great history, but it is not being taught in schools

Get paper, boss up! Invest in houses, I would hug the whole hood, but I can't reach around it
Get money, become successful, invest in real estate. I want to help my community but it's too big for one person

Born in a lil' ass city, no peace, it's violent I wanna change it and I pray down on my knees about it
I come from a small, violent city and I pray for change

But they don't need much, they just need some guidance
My community doesn't necessarily need money, they need direction and guidance

Me fallin' off, try my hardest not to think about it
I'm afraid of losing my success, but I try not to dwell on it

First class, both feet up, I could knee the pilot
I am living an extravagant lifestyle, flying first class with no worries

Niggas chasing cash, made a smash, so I postarized it
People are chasing money and fame, but I continue to make successful hits and solidify my place in the industry

Why niggas with the least money talkin' most about it?
People without money seem to talk about it the most

Niggas don't wanna live lavish, rather post about it
People want to appear wealthy instead of actually living a comfortable life

Don't matter what a nigga drive, but a hoe get out it
Having a fancy car doesn't matter, but people only care about the women who get in it

All you niggas is my sons, and I'm post-traumatic
I see myself as a father figure to my peers, but I have gone through tough experiences

Keep the family wit me, keep the creeps from 'round me I pray I see another 24 tomorrow
I keep my true friends close and avoid negative people. I hope to see another day

Finna' give these lames another new flow to borrow
I am about to create a new style for other rappers to copy

Self made, self payed, get wit the team Spit that presidential, my picture's fresher than Listerine
I made it on my own, I am a leader, and I have a fresh, clean image

Fraud ass rap game, you know it ain't what it seems
The rap industry is fake and not as glamorous as it appears

Tryna balance like tight rope and on a string Duck and dodging phony's like Marshan after snaps, one of the best rap for rap Track for track, imagine that
I'm trying to find balance in life while avoiding fake people. I am a skilled rapper and producer, imagine that

Picture this and vision how motivated my mission is Might forget but won't forgive, gotta get it how you live Live it, eat it, breath it
Imagine how driven I am to achieve my goals. I may forget past wrongs, but I won't forgive them. Success is all I think about

Set a goal, complete it, scrambling egg head rappers Their career will be over easy 'Cause I'm clockin' out when I wake up for breakfast Scratchin' rappers off my check list
I set a goal and complete it, unlike other rappers who are weak and easily defeated. I will retire when I wake up to eat breakfast and scratch off rappers from my list of competitors

I'm tryna live comfortably, workin' hard cause ain't nothing free Rollin' up some real potent weed And I like to be tucked with freaks Niggas know what my steez is
I am working hard to make money to live comfortably. I smoke strong weed and enjoy being with attractive women. People know my style

Showin' love to my people Take this, even if you don't need it I just want us all to be equal
I love my community and want to help them, even if they don't necessarily need it. I want everyone to be treated fairly

And want us all to see the finner things So don't trip off of those minor things
I want everyone to experience luxury and not worry about small problems

That we no longer in the minor league I'm smoked out thinking bout it You can proly go read about it
Our community is no longer insignificant. I am smoking weed and pondering about it. You can probably read about it in the news or online

What life and all you just need a balance I need the money and I need it now So I'm plotting on it I am, I do all that I can
Life is all about balance. I need money now and I am working hard to get it

I show love to my fans and all my niggas that's fam Now that I really think about it, I'm high about all this weed I blew
I appreciate my fans and my close friends. I am now realizing how much weed I have smoked

I think I got a reefa prolem, scratch that Man, I know I do
I think I might have a marijuana problem, actually no, I definitely do

Lyrics © DistroKid, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JESSE IV WOODARD, SUDAN AMEER WILLIAMS, DAVID SUMISAKI

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