Combining an average joe sensibility along with syrupy west coast beats, clever samples, and witty rhymes Potluck's weed inspired song topics include everything from life and loves tribulations to neck-snapping battle raps.
Back in 1995, 1 Ton, who originally hails from San Diego, and UnderRated, who was born and raised in Humboldt, met at a dj trial. "We were the two tightest djs there, so it was natural we hooked up," remembers UnderRated about the first encounter.
Despite the fact that they were from different backgrounds, 1 Ton is African-American and UnderRated is Jewish, the two formed a musical chemistry as Emcees, Producers, and Djs which translated into some of the best club and house parties Humboldt has ever seen.
In 2000, the group released their debut album "Humboldt County High." They distributed the record themselves up and down the West Coast through a label they formed, called Lost Koast Productions.
In Humboldt, "We became so popular, we were selling more albums than Brittany Spears," smiles 1-Ton, about the groups early days. Songs like the weed inspired "Humboldt County High" and the more serious "Whats Your Purpose" catapulted Potluck into the mix of up and coming West Coast rappers.
Potluck went on to release 2 more full length Cds: 1. Potluck "Tha Lost Koast Kollective" (2002) a compilation album featuring Potluck with underground MCs from Brooklyn, NY. to Humboldt County, Ca. and 2. Potluck "Harvest Time" (2005) which features collaborations with Tech N9ne, E-40, The Mystik Journeymen, and Equpito.
Currently Lost Koast Productions and Suburban Noize Records have teamed up to bring you Potluck "Straight Outta Humboldt" which is primed to go down as a marijuana lovers classic. It has appearances from Kottonmouth Kings, The Luniz (I got 5 on it), Tech N9ne, and a host of others. It is scheduled for release Summer of 2006.
To date Potluck has toured the U.S. and performed with the likes of Too $hort, E-40, Atmosphere, Tech N9ne, Lloyd Banks, Living Legends, Bone Thugs, J5, Andre Nickatina, Blackalicous, and Kottonmouth Kings.
Doing Alright
Potluck Lyrics
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We ain't all on that bling bling and doing all that man, flashiness
We just some stoners who keep it real, rap about our life
Living life, UnderRated, 1 Ton, you feel me?
I'm in a good mood, come through, smoke a bowl me and you
Lets get stoned and just kick like we always do
Laughing and joking provoking no stress
I'm so fresh, so def, I'm like nobody else
I'm in the building and I'm feeling myself
I'm lucky, ladies love me, my beats and rhymes lovely
I got a gift and can't nobody take it from me
I'm kinda live like a pimp - that only got one hoe
And I be ballin on a budget only smoke hydro
Got a PS2 - I want the Chargers or the Lakers
Dank Alumni Absolute, Potluck, Garth Vader
I feels like a baller but only got a few dollars
Window shop a Mercedes but still I drive an impala
I'm a man of few words and my girl get on my nerves
So if what I says offensive I'm sorry the truth hurts
I don't got a million dollars I don't date a super model
Hang with ballers or pop crystal bottles but I'M DOING ALRIGHT
I can wake up at noon, I can watch cartoons
And smoke weed in every room cause I'M DOING ALRIGHT
I ain't wearin fancy clothes I ain't chasin after hoes
I'm just tryin to rock shows and I'M DOING ALRIGHT
I'm just sippin on crown smoking bong hits down
I got the biggest smile in town I'M DOING ALRIGHT
Mama says I'm a slacker - with a laziness factor
And if I'm not on MTV then how can I be a rapper
It's kinda hard to explain - we underground kings
I know I used to sell dope but now my money is clean
Livin life like a dream the live show is obscene
Rocked Cali to New York and everywhere in between
Mic skills they pay the bills and yes we live in the hills
Write raps in a studio that's next to cow fields
When I get up early - I wake up at eleven
And it ain't no need for stressing cause everyday's blessin
Every day's an opportunity for you to be better
I'm learnin what is new to me cause I'm a go getta
Believe me when I say that I'm livin in a daze
Checkin myspace plays and rolla blunt a purple haze
Come n roll with my crew - spend a day and relax
While other rappers got opinions - I got facts
I don't got a million dollars I don't date a super model
Hang with ballers or pop crystal bottles but I'M DOING ALRIGHT
I can wake up at noon, I can watch cartoons
And smoke weed in every room cause I'M DOING ALRIGHT
I ain't wearin fancy clothes I ain't chasin after hoes
I'm just tryin to rock shows and I'M DOING ALRIGHT
I'm just sippin on crown smoking bong hits down
I got the biggest smile in town I'M DOING ALRIGHT
I'm waking early in the morning its like... 11 or 12
And that's early for me, cause I work for myself
I've been struggling, hustling just to keep rapping
Keep the dream alive and fantasize about platinum
Hell yeah I'm loving life now man I got it all
We on our way up the ladder and we ain't never gonna fall
It's the Potluck, hold up, 4:20, time to roll up
Haters better slow up, we about to blow up
We doing this for real now I'm living my dream
Touring every single city on the underground scene
Repping Humboldt, wherever I go, at every show
Little Josh got flow now, who would have known
I'm a zone, stoned out getting higher than the clouds
I rock crowds, I'm what your friends talk about
No doubt my crew's nice shining bright like the moonlight
We live the good life, I can't complain I'm doing alright
I don't got a million dollars I don't date a super model
Hang with ballers or pop crystal bottles but I'M DOING ALRIGHT
I can wake up at noon, I can watch cartoons
And smoke weed in every room cause I'M DOING ALRIGHT
I ain't wearin fancy clothes I ain't chasin after hoes
I'm just tryin to rock shows and I'M DOING ALRIGHT
I'm just sippin on crown smoking bong hits down
I got the biggest smile in town I'M DOING ALRIGHT
"Doing Alright" by Potluck is a reality rap track which showcases the life of the rap duo. The song speaks to their humble beginnings and how they remain true to their roots despite being in the rap game for a while. The lyrics attempt to highlight that fame and fortune are not the only things that define one's success in life. Success can also mean being content with what you have and living a life that brings happiness and satisfaction. They talk about how being able to wake up late, watch cartoons, and smoke weed in every room, lets them know that they are "doing alright."
The lyrics show how the duo is living the good life, performing in different cities, and shining bright like the moonlight. They're dedicated to the grind and determined to make it to the top while staying true to themselves. The song is about enjoying life and not worrying about what others think of you. They acknowledge the fact that they may not have a million dollars or date supermodels, but still, they are "doing alright."
The song promotes the idea of being happy and content with what one has instead of constantly chasing after material things. The song's message can resonate with anyone staking out their claim in the world, working hard every day, and finding happiness in the little things. Overall, "Doing Alright" is a song that speaks to the universal desire for contentment, authenticity, and substance despite the materialistic and flashy culture around us.
Contributed by Violet D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.