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.
Marijuana 101
Potluck Lyrics
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. Sure do. And I'm tryin to be a rich man. Real talk. Gonna get you a little bit of loot? I like helping. You wanna be a rich man? Yesss
You smoke it every day and you smoke it every night
You smoke it in a joint, blunt, bong or in a pipe
Puff puff and pass all you gotta do is ask
Marijuana 101 the only class that I can pass
I'm about to grow the most beautifullest thing you ever seen
pinkish-purple weed
I buy supplies and stay away from
coppers
Lookin in the sky, I'm seein helicopters!
Jealous talkers tellin get no love where I'm from
You shut your mouth, don't tell nobody
Unless you want the feds to come
. So I shut up, stay low pro
And stick to what I know. Set the timers
Hang the lights and watch this marijuana grow!
PH the tubs, I'm makin sure the fans is spinnin right
Put grow rocks in the buckets then I move the plants right in the light
Look for mites, check for seeds,
hope they don't hermaphrodite
Appreciation for the weed, been growin more than half my life
Harvest time, money signed time to let em dry
Flush em clean
, trim and bag the weed I love my 215
Pounds for three, I got hundreds and that means hella g's
Fuck sellin cd's, I gotta call a dude to see these!
This one time. Hey I got the purple. Is it really purple this time? Yup it is. Well then lets get rich!
I been holdin on to pounds, takin calls from outta town
Cell is ringin' like a bell cuz the word done got around
Bud is purple, frosty, smell like ass hole crack
Pulling buds up out my sack The size of baseball bats
You feel it in your chest, it's better than the best
My shit it sells itself, I make more cheddar than the rest
Won't ever do ya dirty, 80 grand will get ya 30
My niggas down south say "this bud is so purty!"
Never will I stop, humboldt county got it locked
Started snoopin more at night, stop servin off the block
I'm workin everyday, no boss, no day off
This job don't got no benefits to help with smokers cough
I'm grindin like a skater, I'm servin like a waiter
I'm hustlin like lil damian when chasin down this paper
Gotta have it my way. Catch me on the highway
Forget the situation if you smokey on a Friday
You smoke it every day and you smoke it every night
You smoke it in a joint, blunt, bong or in a pipe
Puff puff and pass all you gotta do is ask
Marijuana 101 the only class that I can pass
Green thumb grower, big pound holder, block street soldier
Everybody wanna little bit of weed and I'm a
Green thumb grower, big pound holder, block street soldier
Everybody wanna little bit of bud!
What's up wit it man what the business is? You tryin to be a rich man? Oh yeah man I'm caked up you know I'm waitin for a flock chickens right now. You know I'm tryin to make that next move. I'm in the streets you know I go get it
Just received a package from the homeland, woah
89 big boys gonna break em down to little bros
Before I hit the door, I roll five
I'm a Humboldt boy, it's in my nature to stay high
Whats the price, 350 in the streets
But since I got the right plug I let it go a little cheap
325, yeah thats it. Even cheaper by the folds
I call em 'get rich starter kits.'
So holla at yo boy I'm hollerin holla at yo boy
45 in the waistline backpack full of joy
From Sac to Oakland, Richmond and back
Fairfield a little stoppin and back to Sac
I don't discriminate, man I'm in all hoods
Four XT across the front say its all good
And it's all good two for fifteens or four for thirties
I'm slangin' purple and good greens
And good schemes keep me on top of sales
Not sufferin from the months
But I'm sufferin from pocket swells
One eye, yeah that one guy
Is now what they hollerin when I'm ridin by
You smoke it every day and you smoke it every night
You smoke it in a joint, blunt, bong or in a pipe
Puff puff and pass all you gotta do is ask
Marijuana 101 the only class that I can pass
Green thumb grower, big pound holder, block street soldier
Everybody wanna little bit of weed and I'm a
Green thumb grower, big pound holder, block street soldier
Everybody wanna little bit of bud!
The lyrics of "Marijuana 101" by Potluck describe the cultivation and distribution of marijuana by the artist. The song talks about the opportunities the artist sees in the marijuana industry and his desire to become wealthy through it. The artist also talks about the methods of smoking marijuana - whether in joints, blunts, bongs, or pipes. He also speaks about the different strains he has access to and brags about how he can grow the "most beautifullest thing you ever seen."
The lyrics also discuss the risks involved in the marijuana industry. The artist is cautious of 'coppers' and warns others to be careful not to attract any attention from the authorities. The artist also mentions that he has been smoking marijuana for most of his life and has a deep appreciation for the plant. The song also describes some of the negative consequences that come with selling marijuana, such as pocket swells and losing out on health benefits.
Overall, "Marijuana 101" by Potluck is a song about the marijuana industry and the risks and opportunities involved in it.
Line by Line Meaning
This weed game man its the game for me. It makes a lotta paper
I love being involved in the marijuana industry because it is very profitable
Sure do. And I'm tryin to be a rich man. Real talk. Gonna get you a little bit of loot?
I am determined to become wealthy and I am willing to share my success with others
You smoke it every day and you smoke it every night
Marijuana is a part of my everyday life, I consume it regularly
You smoke it in a joint, blunt, bong or in a pipe
I enjoy marijuana in various forms and methods of consumption
Puff puff and pass all you gotta do is ask
In a social setting, all you need to do is request it, and I will share my marijuana
Marijuana 101 the only class that I can pass
Of all the subjects I have encountered, marijuana is the only one I am skilled at
I'm about to grow the most beautifullest thing you ever seen
I am preparing to cultivate the most stunning marijuana plants
I buy supplies and stay away from coppers
I purchase the necessary materials and avoid attracting attention from law enforcement
Lookin in the sky, I'm seein helicopters!
I am constantly cautious of possible police surveillance, including helicopters
Jealous talkers tellin get no love where I'm from
People who are envious of my success spread rumors that I am not respected in my community
You shut your mouth, don't tell nobody
It is important to keep quiet and not disclose any information about our activities
Unless you want the feds to come
Revealing our secrets could lead to federal law enforcement interference
So I shut up, stay low pro
Therefore, I remain silent and keep a low profile to avoid any trouble
And stick to what I know. Set the timers
I focus on what I am familiar with and make sure to set timers for proper cultivation
Hang the lights and watch this marijuana grow!
I install the necessary lighting and eagerly observe the growth of my marijuana plants
PH the tubs, I'm makin sure the fans is spinnin right
I adjust the pH level of the plant-growing containers and ensure the fans are functioning correctly
Put grow rocks in the buckets then I move the plants right in the light
I place grow rocks in the buckets and position the plants directly under the grow lights
Look for mites, check for seeds, hope they don't hermaphrodite
I inspect the plants for mites and unwanted seeds, while hoping they do not develop hermaphroditic traits
Appreciation for the weed, been growin more than half my life
I have a deep appreciation for marijuana as I have been cultivating it for more than half of my life
Harvest time, money signed time to let em dry
When the plants are ready, it is time to harvest them and let them dry
Flush em clean, trim and bag the weed I love my 215
After flushing the plants to remove any unwanted substances, I trim the buds and package them. I am proud of the high quality of my marijuana (215 being a California medical marijuana reference)
Pounds for three, I got hundreds and that means hella g's
I have hundreds of pounds of marijuana, which translates to a significant amount of profit
Fuck sellin cd's, I gotta call a dude to see these!
I am no longer interested in selling music CDs. Instead, I have contacts who can help me sell my marijuana
This one time. Hey I got the purple. Is it really purple this time? Yup it is. Well then lets get rich!
On one occasion, I obtained high-quality purple marijuana, and upon confirmation, I was motivated to capitalize on its value
I been holdin on to pounds, takin calls from outta town
I have been keeping large quantities of marijuana and receiving phone calls from customers residing in other locations
Cell is ringin' like a bell cuz the word done got around
My phone is constantly ringing due to the widespread knowledge of the quality of my marijuana
Bud is purple, frosty, smell like ass hole crack
The marijuana buds I possess are purple in color, covered with trichomes, and emit a strong aroma
Pulling buds up out my sack The size of baseball bats
When retrieving buds from my bag, they are as large as baseball bats
You feel it in your chest, it's better than the best
When you consume this marijuana, you can feel its effects in your chest, and it surpasses anything you have ever experienced
My shit it sells itself, I make more cheddar than the rest
My marijuana is so desirable that it practically sells itself, allowing me to make more money than my competitors
Won't ever do ya dirty, 80 grand will get ya 30
I am a trustworthy seller and if you provide me with 80 thousand dollars, I can supply you with 30 pounds of marijuana
My niggas down south say "this bud is so purty!"
My associates in the southern region of the country admire the beauty of my marijuana
Never will I stop, humboldt county got it locked
I am determined to continue my marijuana operation and Humboldt County is a place where this industry thrives
Started snoopin more at night, stop servin off the block
To avoid attracting attention, I have become more cautious at night and no longer sell marijuana in public areas
I'm workin everyday, no boss, no day off
I have a strong work ethic and work every day without any breaks or supervision
This job don't got no benefits to help with smokers cough
Although this occupation lacks benefits, it provides no assistance for any respiratory issues caused by heavy marijuana consumption
I'm grindin like a skater, I'm servin like a waiter
I work diligently and effortlessly, comparing my determination to that of a skateboarder and the efficiency of a waiter
I'm hustlin like lil damian when chasin down this paper
My pursuit of financial gain is intense, similar to the energy displayed by a young Damian Lillard when chasing money
Gotta have it my way. Catch me on the highway
I insist on doing things according to my preferences. You can find me on the highway, likely transporting marijuana
Forget the situation if you smokey on a Friday
If you are smoking marijuana on a Friday, let go of any worries or concerns and simply enjoy the experience
Green thumb grower, big pound holder, block street soldier
I am skilled at cultivating marijuana, possess large amounts of it, and am actively involved in the marijuana trade
Everybody wanna little bit of weed and I'm a
Many individuals desire to obtain a small quantity of marijuana, and I am the one who can provide it
Just received a package from the homeland, woah
I have just received a shipment of marijuana from its place of origin, which is cause for excitement
89 big boys gonna break em down to little bros
I have received 89 pounds of marijuana, and I intend to divide it into smaller quantities for distribution
Before I hit the door, I roll five
Before leaving, I prepare five marijuana joints
I'm a Humboldt boy, it's in my nature to stay high
Being from Humboldt, it is inherent in my character to always be under the influence of marijuana
Whats the price, 350 in the streets
In the open market, the going rate for this marijuana is 350 dollars
But since I got the right plug I let it go a little cheap
However, due to my connections, I can offer it at a slightly lower price
325, yeah thats it. Even cheaper by the folds
I can actually offer it for 325 dollars, and if you buy in larger quantities, the price becomes even more affordable
I call em 'get rich starter kits.'
I jokingly refer to my marijuana packages as 'get rich starter kits'
So holla at yo boy I'm hollerin holla at yo boy
Get in touch with me, I am eagerly seeking customers and promoting my products
45 in the waistline backpack full of joy
I carry a .45 caliber gun for protection, and my backpack is filled with marijuana and brings me happiness
From Sac to Oakland, Richmond and back
I travel between Sacramento, Oakland, and Richmond to distribute marijuana
Fairfield a little stoppin and back to Sac
I make a brief stop in Fairfield before returning to Sacramento
I don't discriminate, man I'm in all hoods
I am comfortable selling marijuana in all neighborhoods, regardless of their reputation
Four XT across the front say its all good
The letters 'XT' on my clothing signify that everything is fine and under control
And it's all good two for fifteens or four for thirties
I am flexible with my pricing, offering two joints for fifteen dollars or four joints for thirty dollars
I'm slangin' purple and good greens
I am selling high-quality purple marijuana and other top-grade strains
And good schemes keep me on top of sales
My effective strategies and plans ensure that I remain successful in the marijuana market
Not sufferin from the months
I am not experiencing financial hardships
But I'm sufferin from pocket swells
However, my pockets are full of large amounts of money
One eye, yeah that one guy
I am known as the individual with one eye
Is now what they hollerin when I'm ridin by
People now recognize and call out my name when I pass by in a vehicle
Green thumb grower, big pound holder, block street soldier
I am highly skilled at cultivating marijuana, possess large quantities of it, and actively participate in the marijuana trade
Everybody wanna little bit of weed and I'm a
Many individuals desire to obtain a small quantity of marijuana, and I am the one who can provide it
Contributed by Micah W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@danpoli3311
Still playing this ! From Humboldt reminds me of the old days
@PARTYzaNOVAC
You smoke it every day and you smoke it every night, you smoke it in the joint, blunt, bong or in a pipe! :)
@TrichomeDeluxe420
I completely agree with the above statement. In my opinion indoor always has higher potency if you know what you're doing, have the right equipment / mediums / beans, and can control the climate. The upside to outdoor is you can literally grow massive trees and yield pounds per plant.
@tincup33623
every day on the radio i hear this farmer talkin bout how his colorado grown corn is the best sweet corn in the country or some shit. every time i hear this i think of buuuuuuuuds haha its like doctor green thumb on tha radio
@SRTHEMIMOPAR
Classic!
@bigboss420ist
From my experience indoor buds have been better. And when it comes down to it, it depends on the seeds you get. I grew a plant put the yield was like a dime. But that was a test run to see if we were good at it. And we are :D
@sk8forlife90
yeah, one thing with indoors is you don't have all the wind and rain that can destroy your trichomes on the outside. so when you harvest you have all your trichs on the plant so it looks really good and eye catching. but i love outdoor. if you wanna smoke weed like it grows on every tree on the planet, grow outdoor haha. you'll have so much weed you wont know what to do with it.
@matthewwilkens6044
Oakland and Denver purple flowers all love each other.. Puff puff Pass.
@JT211086
@sexysteve451 omg 150$ just for RUNNING your setup? What do you use 2x1k lights and aero systems? JustTo grow 28grams of pot per plant? You could get initial soil setup for 300$ with 250w hps + MH seperate for veg and bloom, and I'm talking about a Homebox S with decent reliable equip and 380m3 can filter and 380m3 vent with a monthly cost of aprox 30$ (depents on your local electric prices) and can grow 4 to 6 plants with an average yield of 30-50 g/pp...
@shawnjarvis3428
I like outdoor better than indoor because idk it gives me more of a connection to nature although indoors good too but its just not the same