When he made the decision to rap, nobody would help him. He’d bring rhymes to his peers for beats, and no one jumped at the chance to collaborate. So, he went even harder and he did everything himself. By the age of 14, he had taught himself how to create beats, produce, and even mix and master. He’d become a wholly self-sufficient artist before tenth grade. Now 21, he recalls, “All I cared about was music. I would stay up all night working on tracks and go to school tired. It didn’t matter. I wanted to be heard.”
Inspired by everyone from Chris Brown and Usher to Jay-Z and Pharrell, he studied various genres inside and out. That determination and dedication eventually yielded a viral sensation.
In 2008, he dropped his first online track "You Should Know" on MySpace. It became a viral hit, generating over three million views and buzzing amongst listeners worldwide. Joining up with the famed crew HBK Gang, the Bay Area began to embrace him as he performed countless gigs, developed a local presence, and honed a sound of his own.
"Musically, it's a mixture of everything," he explains. "It's like going to McDonalds and pouring every drink in one cup. I want to start my own genre—like a crossover of R&B and Bay Area party hip-hop."
That crossover revs up on "Gas Pedal." This smash hit switches lanes between a club-ready beat and a swaggering hook. Sage's smooth flow coasts alongside a slick verse from HBK's Iamsu.
He continues, "It's a dancing song. I like to keep the violence to a minimum. Dancing helps kids in a big way that no one wants to pay attention to. If they're dancing, it's all good. I grew up listening to Iamsu. To have him on there is a blessing."
The song attracted Republic Records who inked a deal with him in 2013. Then, as part of the EP of the same name, "Gas Pedal" sped toward the top online and at radio, reaching #5 on the Billboard Hip-Hop Chart and racking up over 12 million YouTube/VEVO views. At the same time, countless fans uploaded their own takes on the song to both YouTube and Vine, making the impact simply seismic. Cumulatively, there are over 110 million viral views fueled by this immense audience response without radio. It also serves as a gateway to his forthcoming full-length debut album for the label.
Another banger "Red Nose" wiggles from an unshakable chorus and a massive groove, becoming an anthem in its own right. It showcases just how clever he really is too. "I wanted to say something that means 'ass-shaking' without simply saying it," he grins. "That's where the comparison to a red nose pit bull came from."
Ultimately though, everything about Sage stands out. Producing and writing, he architects his own vision completely from the music to the rhymes. Now, he's speeding towards the top.
"I want people to feel like they can live with me through the music," he concludes. "It's about having a good time together. The album's going to have turn-up and party songs as well some more emotional moments. It's everything, and everyone is welcome along for the ride."
737
Sage The Gemini Lyrics
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Marching To Mars
Salvation On Sand Hill
I wasn′t worried
I walked into the room
I saw the serpant's shadow
Against the silver moon
They said as long as you believe
You′ll be alright
And I wasn't worried
'Til I saw one bite
You could touch, you could feel
You could smell them all through the night
But as long as you believe, you′re gonna be alright
Or you′ll be running, running for your life
But I didn't worry, when I caught the spell
I saw the eyes, saw the teeth, beads of sweat
Think I′d gone to hell
They said as long as you believ
A snake won't bite
Or you′ll be running, running for your life
But I've gotta tell you
Power over snakes
Sure makes me feel so different
From a cane break
And just as long as you believe
A snake won′t bite, yeah
Taking up serpents can take your life
They stuck my hand down in there without a bite
Just as long as you believe, boy
You'll be alright
I should be running, running for my life
(Solo)
Yeeeeh Uh
Oh I didn't tell you
About the one that got bit
On the face, on the arms
Between the legs, on the back of the neck
Uh
You see, he didn′t believe
The boy didn′t believe
I said he didn't believe
He didn′t believe
And just as long as you believe, a snake won't bite
Uh
So I didn′t worry 'cause the snake won′t bite
The snake won't bite
The snake won't bite
The lyrics to "737" by Sage the Gemini speak to a theme of faith and belief in the face of danger. The song opens with references to three different places: Hagar Sammy, Marching to Mars, and Salvation on Sand Hill. These locations are vague but suggest a journey or pilgrimage, perhaps to find or solidify one's beliefs. The singer isn't worried until he sees the shadow of a serpent against the moon. Here, the snake serves as a symbol of danger, temptation, and possibly evil.
As the song progresses, the singer recounts tales of those who have been bitten by snakes and those who haven't. He emphasizes the importance of belief and faith in avoiding danger. Those who believe won't be bitten, while those who don't believe or doubt will be running for their lives. The singer seems to have belief in spades, claiming that having power over snakes makes him feel different from a "cane break," or an area known for its abundance of venomous snakes.
The last part of the song warns listeners of the consequences of not believing. The singer tells a story of someone who was bitten on various parts of their body because they didn't believe. The repetition of "he didn't believe" serves as a cautionary tale, suggesting that doubting or ignoring faith can lead to harm. Overall, "737" encourages listeners to have faith and believe in something greater than themselves in order to avoid danger and find a sense of power and control in the face of life's trials.
Line by Line Meaning
Hagar Sammy
Reference to musicians Sammy Hagar and The Circle
Marching To Mars
Title of Sammy Hagar's 1997 album, alluding to the journey of life
Salvation On Sand Hill
Suggesting the idea of spiritual salvation, possibly referencing a location called Sand Hill
I wasn't worried
The artist was not initially afraid or concerned about what was to come
I walked into the room
The artist is describing their physical movement into a specific space
I saw the serpant's shadow
The singer notices the shadow of a snake, possibly indicating danger or evil
Against the silver moon
The shadow of the snake was cast against the backdrop of the moon
They said as long as you believe
Some outside entity, likely referring to a religious or spiritual group, has communicated a message about belief
You'll be alright
Belief is presented as a source of protection or safety in this situation
And I wasn't worried
Despite seeing the snake's shadow, the artist still did not worry due to their belief
'Til I saw one bite
The belief system is challenged when a snake actually bites
You could touch, you could feel
The snakes are described as real and tangible entities
You could smell them all through the night
The snakes created a distinct olfactory presence
But as long as you believe, you're gonna be alright
The singer returns to the idea that belief offers protection
Or you'll be running, running for your life
Without belief, the singer suggests they would need to flee from danger
But I didn't worry, when I caught the spell
The artist is under a spell, but is not scared or anxious
I saw the eyes, saw the teeth, beads of sweat
The artist is describing a physical response (sweating) to encountering a snake
Think I'd gone to hell
The experience of encountering the snake is negative and unpleasant
They said as long as you believ
The belief messaging returns
A snake won't bite
Belief is presented as an assurance against harm
Or you'll be running, running for your life
The alternative to belief is once again flight from danger
But I've gotta tell you
The artist is shifting to a new point or story
Power over snakes
The singer is describing themselves as having some sort of unusual ability or influence over snakes
Sure makes me feel so different
This ability creates a distinct emotional experience for the artist
From a cane break
A type of thicket, potentially a reference to a difficult place to navigate
And just as long as you believe
Returning back to the theme of belief
A snake won't bite, yeah
Reiteration of the previous assertion that belief prevents harm from snakes
Taking up serpents can take your life
A warning that handling snakes is inherently dangerous
They stuck my hand down in there without a bite
The artist is describing a situation where their safety was preserved despite handling snakes
Just as long as you believe, boy
Belief messaging specifically addressed to a young man
You'll be alright
Reiteration that belief offers safety in this scenario
I should be running, running for my life
The artist acknowledges that without belief they would not be safe
(Solo)
Musical interlude
Yeeeeh Uh
Exclamation or sound effect
Oh I didn't tell you
The singer is sharing new information with their audience
About the one that got bit
Referencing someone else who came to harm by a snake
On the face, on the arms
Describing where this other person was bitten
Between the legs, on the back of the neck
A gratuitous description of other places the person was bitten for dramatic effect
You see, he didn't believe
The other person was not a believer in the same way the singer is
The boy didn't believe
Clarifying that the person in question was a young man
I said he didn't believe
Reiteration of the disbelief of the person bitten
He didn't believe
Final reiteration of the disbelief of the person bitten
And just as long as you believe, a snake won't bite
Final assertion that belief prevents harm from snakes
Uh
Exclamation or sound effect
So I didn't worry 'cause the snake won't bite
Concluding line that the artist did not fear the snakes due to their belief
The snake won't bite
Final line reiterating the idea that belief prevents harm from snakes
Writer(s): Howe Gelb
Contributed by Emily C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@rossmurrayfam1568
Listened when i was younger an still listening now good vibe good melody bless 👌💙
@rashmidas2141
This song's so cool. Much love from India ❤❤❤❤❤😘😘😘
@kentmorris9222
I don’t understand why this song hasn’t blown up
@ThePrerna789
Oh wow, look at this hidden talent !
@awsqtaishat4946
awesome isnt just enough
@anfiatimohadji2784
Sabrina lonis brought me here. This song is so dooopppe 🔥🔥💯💯💖❤
@meghrous8mhamed159
I love this music
@ajinajin7437
i love this song Sean you have great voice good work
@SeanSahand
Ajin thank you my brot! Thanks for the support!
@kyleemowry2662
Honestly this should be 1 on the leaderboard