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*Often … Read Full Bio ↴*Maceo Parker released his solo album as Maceo
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*Often times called the new Motown of the South, the city of Atlanta has played an instrumental role in igniting today’s southern rap explosion. Making party people move their feet for almost two decades with booty shake anthems from pioneers like DJ Smurf, Tag Team, and Success-N-Effect, the A-town has produced their own batch of underground kings as well as platinum-backed chart toppers like Outkast, Lil Jon and Ludacris.
Following in the same footsteps of his homegrown heroes is 21-year-old newcomer Maceo. Already have sizzled down south clubs and radio with his rowdy, angst-filled single “Hoe Sit Down,” the gravel-voiced game spitter has quickly made a regional name for himself. Geared up to set his own mark in the rap world with heavy radio play for the riot-inciting single, the emerging emcee proves that he is definitely on the fast track to superstardom with the independent release of his Quick Flip Records debut Straight Out The Pot, which has current Sound Scans of 29,000.
Clearly defining his lyrical prowess on the backbreaking second single Outta Here, Maceo perfectly melds complex street commentary with thunderous 808 drums and snares. He puts chumps to shame while solidifying his own mainstay status in the rap game. And on the semi-autobiographical testament “The Struggle,” the chameleon-like rapper switches styles once again to gaze at the man in the mirror. Weaving sincere sentiments atop soulful, mid-tempo production, Maceo shares his experiences from surviving the trap to trapping in the vocal booth.
“But I describe it like T.I., Jadakiss and Jay-Z how I come off the mind. I got a crunk side, but all of it is mixed. I give a little bit of everything,” tells Maceo.
Born the fourth of six children, Maceo was reared in eastside Atlanta’s Zone 6 (Kirkwood). Caught up dead in the middle of his family tree, he was raised by an older brother. Still just a baby himself, the young man with the wisdom of an old soul had two younger siblings to bring up himself. Because his pops was a no-show and his mother was battling a crack addiction, the youngsters were forced to fend for themselves and rarely saw either of their parents.
“We really raised ourselves. My momma smoked, and my daddy did whatever he did,” he remembers. “My brother Mario was the backbone of the family. My momma straight now. That was back then. She was smoking in the 90s. I was 10. It was 10 years ago.”
But trouble always seems to follow the ghetto youth. After picking up the pieces and attempting to patch up their lives, the family was dealt another staggering setback. Both of Maceo brothers were indicted for drug trafficking and sentenced to five years in prison. With his eyes squarely fixated on his goals of taking over rap, he never let his bleak situation overpower him.
People go through shit like that everyday. Its plenty more people like me that’s been through the same thing,” he says. “I just tried to come up out of it. I’m blessed with the talent to do something else besides messing up.”
The talent was first tapped just three years ago when Quick Flip CEO Fatts heard the juvenile rhyme slinger freestyle with friends. Impressed by Maceo’s impromptu performance on the mic, Fatts suggested that he take his craft more seriously and pursue a rap career. After months of convincing, the teenage verbal titan finally decided to give it a go.
Since then, he has been killing the streets with three underground projects—Bussin on Them Vol. 1 and Vol. 2, and DJ Burn One’s Street Certified. He has performed in various venues across the Midwest and Southern region. He has interview articles in several magazines. He has won an award for the single “Hoe Sit Down.” All of this without every being on television and that is only the beginning. “Everybody gets their chance. I’m trying to capitalize to the fullest extent, Maceo expresses. “I have been through so much shit. I look at it like success must have been meant.” True Indeed.
So High Featuring Fats
Maceo Lyrics
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(chorus)
So lay back and chill out then roll up and get high.then enhaile then exhaile and blow smoke to the sky and let go what you know.go head clear yo mind.And I know and you know that one day we gone dye. (verse)
Lay back,just chill,smmoke a blunt pop a pill.clear yo motha fuckin mind cause they turnem in a while smoke a couple blunt and they probably black out mind on my money so I'm thinkin of a scheme.scheme for my money then I split wit my team.understand that we all got to die.live through the day wit the folk winner time wit my hand on my eye and my mind to the sky can't question the gurl but I want to ask why.the streets still fucked up young nigga's die.household fucked up moma get high daddy runnin around all he could do is try.livin in the city where the skinny nigga's dir.gun in my hand and I got to stay alive.
2(chorus)
nigga fuck this.i'ma die anyway so I might as well get high.might as well bust a swisher and feel it up with purple thrack then blow smoke to the sky ant lyin now slime me grind me nigga's want to try me man fuck it might as well lay back in a two seater me and my bitch blowin on chucky.all movin like slowmo laughing like elmo and shit.i'm just cooling her head moving while she blow on his dick.make sure its that good. some of that shit you desire.or some of that rubber cushier that save some fire.
3(chorus)
smokin that fruity,fruity,fruity it got me twisted mine gone in another zone when I wake up I hope my problems ended and my life man it ant a joke for keep good men but a hidro enhaile hoe smoke it let it go.hit it again do the same then let it flow.If you dealing wit some problems then you really know how to go deal wit them if you ever face wit'em started posing in my life wit tripple free with out worrin da world but if the world would come deal wit them but I'm thinking about death you already need help.need to strain myself,regain myself,double play myself,only help myself when I know I'm goin right, can't go wrong.keep goin on hey get sucked in by the pain and the preasure that's a good way to end up on the stretcha,fuck all the problems fuck all the hoes you were split here so you gotta stay strong roll up a blunt take it to da downe lay back get a chill moan.
4(chorus)
The song "So Get High" by Maceo is about the need to escape reality through drug use. The chorus emphasizes the importance of relaxing and smoking marijuana, allowing the stresses of life to fade away. The verse speaks to the struggles of living in a tough environment, where violence and poverty are everyday realities. The singer discusses the need to get rich, even if it means breaking the law or betraying his associates.
He talks about the inevitability of death, and the idea that we should strive to live life to the fullest before our time on this earth is up. In the second verse, the singer speaks more directly about his drug use, acknowledging that he knows it may lead to his downfall but feeling that he has nothing to lose. He describes smoking marijuana with his girlfriend, laughing and enjoying each other's company. He also speaks to the different types of marijuana available and how they affect him.
The third verse acknowledges the problems that the singer faces in life and uses drug use as a way to escape them, hoping that when he comes back to reality, his issues will be resolved. He admits that he needs help, but ultimately, he must rely on himself to overcome his problems. The chorus repeats with a final emphasis on the importance of letting go and relaxing.
Overall, the song portrays drug use as a coping mechanism for dealing with the difficulties of life. It illustrates the seductive nature of addiction and the temporary relief it can provide, but also suggests that it is ultimately not a sustainable or healthy way of dealing with problems.
Line by Line Meaning
So lay back and chill out then roll up and get high.
Relax, take it easy, and smoke marijuana to become intoxicated.
Then inhale then exhale and blow smoke to the sky.
Breathe in the smoke and then breathe it out, watching it disappear into the sky.
And let go what you know. Go head clear yo mind.
Release any worries or stress from your mind, and find clarity.
And I know and you know that one day we gone dye.
Death is inevitable for all of us.
Lay back, just chill, smoke a blunt pop a pill.
Relax and smoke marijuana while possibly using other drugs.
Clear yo motha fuckin mind cause they turnem in a while smoke a couple blunt and they probably black out mind on my money so I'm thinkin of a scheme.
Free your mind from distractions because things can change suddenly. Smoke marijuana, and think about making more money.
Scheme for my money then I split wit my team.
Plan how to obtain more money and then separate from your friends.
Understand that we all got to die.
Death is a reality for everyone.
Live through the day wit the folk winner time wit my hand on my eye and my mind to the sky can't question the gurl but I want to ask why.
Survive each day and reflect, while watching the sky. Wondering why certain things happen but not having the answer.
The streets still fucked up young nigga's die.
The streets are still dangerous, and young black men are dying.
Household fucked up moma get high daddy runnin around all he could do is try.
Family situations can be dysfunctional, with mothers smoking marijuana and fathers struggling to support the family.
Livin in the city where the skinny nigga's dir.
Living in the city increases the risk of death, especially for young black men.
Gun in my hand and I got to stay alive.
Carrying a gun in order to protect oneself and survive.
Nigga fuck this. I'ma die anyway so I might as well get high.
Feeling hopeless and like death is inevitable, so might as well smoke marijuana.
Might as well bust a swisher and fill it up with purple thrack then blow smoke to the sky and lie now slime me grind me nigga's want to try me man fuck it might as well lay back in a two-seater me and my bitch blowin on chucky.
Smoke a rolled cigar filled with high-quality marijuana and enjoy the experience with a significant other or friend. Defying anyone who tries to interfere with the relaxation.
Smokin that fruity, fruity, fruity it got me twisted mine gone in another zone when I wake up I hope my problems ended and my life man it ant a joke for keep good men but a hidro enhaile hoe smoke it let it go. Hit it again do the same then let it flow.
Smoking marijuana with a sweet flavor that alters the mind and causes feelings of disorientation. Hoping that the high will obliterate problems and that life will improve. Continuously smoking and enjoying the high.
If you dealing wit some problems then you really know how to go deal wit them if you ever face wit'em started posing in my life wit tripple free with out worrin da world but if the world would come deal wit them but I'm thinking about death you already need help.need to strain myself,regain myself,double play myself,only help myself when I know I'm goin right, can't go wrong.
If you're having problems, you know how to work through them. Trying to live stress-free but realizing that the world isn't that easy can lead to anxiety about mortality. Needing to re-evaluate oneself and be confident in the right decisions.
Keep goin on hey get sucked in by the pain and the preasure that's a good way to end up on the stretcha, fuck all the problems fuck all the hoes you were split here so you gotta stay strong roll up a blunt take it to da downe lay back get a chill moan.
Keep moving forward and don't let pain or pressure immobilize you. Ignore problems and promiscuous women, keep moving forward, stay strong, smoke marijuana, and relax.
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