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.
I Can Do Anything
Potluck Lyrics
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I can be cold hearted, I can get out smarted
I can get a party started, I can dance and go retarded
I can go dumb, I can have fun
I can be a good father or I can be a good son
I can make you cry when you listen to my pain
I can make you feel like our story is the same
I can make a change, I can be a better change
I can score 1200 on my SAT's
Plus I got 1200s calling MK3s
All of my techniques can bring a freak to her knees
I can flow like breeze and I can smoke big trees
I can sleep a day away, I can sell a pound of weed
I can keep a grow room straight at 68 degrees
I can shoot some dice and take all your little money
I can make you laugh from all the things I've done funny
I can steal a car, trust me it ain't that hard
I can shoot a 5th of crown on your corner boulevard
I can roll the best blunt, I can get messed up
I mostly got on dickies but I can get dressed up
I can smile in the rain, I can get ya hella high
And I wouldn't be the truth if I could ever tell a lie
I could be a better guy, I can take it all and stride
And I can die happy because I can say I tried
[UnDeRaTeD:]
Haters always hatin, fakers always perpetratin
All believers always scheming hate to see us celebratin
All the quiters, all the snitchers always gossipin and bitchin
They have no ambition so they can't see my vision
[Chorus x4: One Ton - scribbled]
I can do anything that I put my mind to
[UnDeRaTeD:]
I can rap like a pro, I can make a dope beat
I'm really good at doin dishes, pretty good at trimmin weed
I can make you feel special, I make you feel the pain
I'll let you in my house if you get stuck out in the rain
I can be a smartass, I can fuck any bitch
I can have too big an ego, I can even make a wish
I can be a good friend and can be trusted too
I can be a good man and will not cheat on you
I can rock the stage, I can make love for days
I can buy a house and have a family after I get paid
I can believe it myself, I can really make it happen
I can be myself too, not try to change like Michael Jackson
I can be happy but sometimes I can be so depressed
I can be a lover or get my heart torn up from my chest
I can make mistakes, I can learn from that and try get better
I can try to get my feelings out when I'm feeling too much pressure
I can do whatever I want whenever I want because I'm my own boss
I can only admit that I'm wrong, half the time I'm like a coin toss
I can be realistic but I can still have a big dream
Fuck em, if they don't show me no respect, I'll do my own thing
[Chorus x6: One Ton - scribbled]
[UnDeRaTeD: x2]
Haters always hatin, fakers always perpetratin
All believers always scheming hate to see us celebratin
All the quiters, all the snitchers always gossipin and bitchin
They have no ambition so they can't see my vision
The lyrics to "I Can Do Anything" by Potluck feat. One Ton and Underrated, reflect on the idea that people can be multifaceted and capable of achieving anything they set their minds to. Each of the verses lists a wide range of qualities the artists possess, from being cold hearted to being a loving father, from being able to make people cry to making them laugh. They also acknowledge that they have made mistakes and have faced difficulties, but they continue to push forward and try to be the best versions of themselves. This song encourages people to embrace their strengths and weaknesses, and to work towards accomplishing their goals.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of haters and how they can hinder one's progress. The artists recognize that there will always be people who doubt them, spread rumors and try to bring them down. However, they are determined to keep pushing forward and achieving success regardless of the negativity they may encounter.
Overall, "I Can Do Anything" is a motivational anthem that inspires listeners to believe in themselves and their capabilities, no matter what challenges they may face.
Line by Line Meaning
I can be cold hearted, I can get out smarted
I am capable of being emotionally distant and can also be outsmarted
I can get a party started, I can dance and go retarded
I have the ability to start a party and dance wildly
I can go dumb, I can have fun
I can act foolish and still enjoy myself
I can be a good father or I can be a good son
I have the capacity to be a good parent or child
I can make you cry when you listen to my pain
My life experiences are so touching that they can make you cry
I can make you feel like our story is the same
I am capable of relating to people so well that they feel like we have similar experiences
I can make a change, I can be a better change
I have the power to create change and can improve others and myself
I can say whiles pays and I can spit high flames
I can rap with great energy and create unique lyrics
I can score 1200 on my SAT's
I am skilled enough to score well on standardized tests
Plus I got 1200s calling MK3s
I have many admirers who are impressed by my skills
All of my techniques can bring a freak to her knees
I am so skilled that I am capable of making someone feel weak in the knees
I can flow like breeze and I can smoke big trees
I can rap smoothly and can also consume large quantities of marijuana
I can sleep a day away, I can sell a pound of weed
I have the ability to sleep for extended periods and can also sell large amounts of marijuana
I can keep a grow room straight at 68 degrees
I am skilled enough to maintain an ideal temperature for growing marijuana
I can shoot some dice and take all your little money
I can play and win gambling games and take people's small amounts of money
I can make you laugh from all the things I've done funny
My humorous antics can make people laugh
I can steal a car, trust me it ain't that hard
I am capable of stealing a car because it is not difficult for me
I can shoot a 5th of crown on your corner boulevard
I am skilled enough to drink a large quantity of Crown Royal whiskey
I can roll the best blunt, I can get messed up
I can roll the best cigar with marijuana and can get very intoxicated
I mostly got on dickies but I can get dressed up
I often wear casual clothing, but I have the ability to dress up
I can smile in the rain, I can get ya hella high
I can be happy in difficult situations and can also make you very intoxicated
And I wouldn't be the truth if I could ever tell a lie
I am always truthful and do not lie
I could be a better guy, I can take it all and stride
I have the ability to improve myself and handle life's challenges confidently
And I can die happy because I can say I tried
I will be content in death because I tried my best in life
Haters always hatin, fakers always perpetratin
There are always people who dislike me and others who pretend to be something they are not
All believers always scheming hate to see us celebratin
Even those who support us are often jealous of our successes
All the quiters, all the snitchers always gossipin and bitchin
Those who give up easily and those who gossip about others are problematic
They have no ambition so they can't see my vision
Those who lack drive and motivation cannot understand my aspirations
I can rap like a pro, I can make a dope beat
I am capable of creating and performing music at a professional level
I'm really good at doin dishes, pretty good at trimmin weed
I am skilled at mundane tasks like washing dishes and can also trim marijuana effectively
I can make you feel special, I make you feel the pain
I can make someone feel appreciated and loved, but also understand their pain
I'll let you in my house if you get stuck out in the rain
I am hospitable and will offer shelter to someone in need
I can be a smartass, I can fuck any bitch
I have the ability to be sarcastic and also engage in sexual activity with anyone
I can have too big an ego, I can even make a wish
I can be overly confident and still have unrealistic aspirations
I can be a good friend and can be trusted too
I have the capacity to be a loyal and reliable friend
I can be a good man and will not cheat on you
I can be a faithful partner and will not cheat
I can rock the stage, I can make love for days
I can perform well on stage and am also skilled at having sex for extended periods
I can buy a house and have a family after I get paid
I am capable of purchasing a house and starting a family once financially stable
I can believe it myself, I can really make it happen
I have faith in myself and am capable of creating the outcomes I desire
I can be myself too, not try to change like Michael Jackson
I am comfortable being myself and will not change to appease others like Michael Jackson did
I can be happy but sometimes I can be so depressed
I am capable of experiencing both happiness and sadness
I can be a lover or get my heart torn up from my chest
I can engage in romantic relationships but also have the potential to be hurt deeply
I can make mistakes, I can learn from that and try get better
I am capable of making errors but will use them as a learning opportunity to improve
I can try to get my feelings out when I'm feeling too much pressure
When experiencing emotional distress, I will attempt to express my feelings
I can do whatever I want whenever I want because I'm my own boss
I am in control of my own life and can do as I please
I can only admit that I'm wrong, half the time I'm like a coin toss
I am willing to acknowledge when I am incorrect, but may still struggle with this at times
I can be realistic but I can still have a big dream
I am capable of being grounded in reality but still have ambitious aspirations
Fuck em, if they don't show me no respect, I'll do my own thing
If people do not respect me, I will still continue pursuing my goals independently
Contributed by Oliver T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@bashysativa1449
This song makes you feel good and it's really inspiring good job to potluck nice music
@petrey90
this song is the song for me. it truly makes me believe i can do anything.
@FartsThatStink
This song motivated me to graduate high school. I did, and I can do anyting that I put my mind to.
@meagain8061
i love this song.. just wish it wasnt attached to the part of my past that cant grow up..
@matthewripper5757
+Mea gain agreed
@SO-ro5gr
Its Travis if this is my GF. I hope Ive grown up a bit since then. least i got two jobs now and am home safe.
@poopmaster420000000
Thanks for finding the words I couldn't. You guys kick ass
@Lcknhobo
Happy this song is still in my life
@craigsheppard9734
mwcl... This shit is deep! Potluck was my firs cocert ever.. I had never heard of them, it was the rymes and resin tour.. They are now my favorite fucking artist... They touch on a whole nother level homies.. I thank you Potluck.. You truely are an inspiration.. Whoop Whoop..
@g3497
this shit gets me to listen all the way through all the time