Success doesn't come easily for anybody. Since day one, persistence has bee… Read Full Bio ↴Success doesn't come easily for anybody. Since day one, persistence has been the name of the game for Bay Area rapper Sage The Gemini.

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."

All My Dogs
Sage The Gemini Lyrics

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Holy shhh

All the clips never fit the gun
I pull up, you know what's goin' on
Let my dogs loose off the chains
Oh Lord, here we go again

Pull up all in all red like Larry the Lobster

Fuck up your posture with this in-you washer
Yeah, I just wanna make money and spend flame
You're a Dragonballs and gold cooler than I came
Okay, Westside ma', fingers rest up, Jack
Wheels 'pposed to get billings, ride 'em both back to back
Man, it's real complicated
Can't believe that I made it
You know the big homie stretch, but me, I'm from the pavement
Owe that nigga my loyalty, rags to fuckin' royalty
Platinum records, I'ma buy him a house off of the royalties, woo
And fuck 'em all, get rich
You fuckin' up the plan, you a bitch
GGT

All the clips never fit the gun
I pull up, you know what's goin' on
Let my dogs loose off the chains
Oh Lord, here we go again

Let my dogs loose off the chains
Oh Lord, here we go again

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Sage the Gemini's song "All My Dogs" depict a sense of confidence and assertiveness. The opening line, "Holy shhh," sets the tone for the intensity and excitement that follows. Sage immediately establishes himself as someone who is in control and knows what he wants.

The repeated line, "All the clips never fit the gun, I pull up, you know what's goin' on," suggests that Sage is prepared for any situation and is ready to take action. It implies that he is not afraid to confront any challenges or obstacles that come his way. The metaphorical imagery of the gun and the clips not fitting adds to the idea of being fully equipped and ready for anything.

Sage then mentions letting his dogs loose off the chains, which can be interpreted as a metaphor for freeing himself from any restraints or limitations. This further emphasizes his confidence and willingness to take risks. The line "Oh Lord, here we go again" suggests that this is not the first time he has been in such a situation, indicating his familiarity with facing adversity and coming out on top.

Line by Line Meaning

Holy shhh
An expression of surprise or excitement

All the clips never fit the gun
None of the attempts or potential matches were suitable

I pull up, you know what's goin' on
I arrive and you are aware of the situation or events happening

Let my dogs loose off the chains
Allow my close companions to express themselves freely and break free from restrictions

Oh Lord, here we go again
Acknowledging the repetition of a familiar or troublesome situation

Pull up all in all red like Larry the Lobster
Arrive in a flashy and attention-grabbing manner, resembling the character Larry the Lobster from a popular show

Fuck up your posture with this in-you washer
Disrupt your composure or confidence with this aggressive and bold action

Yeah, I just wanna make money and spend flame
My main desire is to accumulate wealth and enjoy a luxurious lifestyle

You're a Dragonballs and gold cooler than I came
You possess extraordinary qualities or possessions that surpass my initial expectations

Okay, Westside ma', fingers rest up, Jack
Alright, Westside I'm cool, relaxing and taking it easy, my friend

Wheels 'pposed to get billings, ride 'em both back to back
The wheels were meant to generate profit, so I'm maximizing their usage by using them consecutively

Man, it's real complicated
The situation or circumstances are genuinely intricate or complex

Can't believe that I made it
I am unable to comprehend that I have achieved success or accomplished my goals

You know the big homie stretch, but me, I'm from the pavement
You are familiar with the extravagant lifestyle of the influential figure, but I come from a humble and disadvantaged background

Owe that nigga my loyalty, rags to fuckin' royalty
I owe that person my unwavering devotion because I have experienced a drastic transformation from poverty to great wealth

Platinum records, I'ma buy him a house off of the royalties, woo
With the significant earnings from successful music records, I will purchase a home for that individual using the income from those records

And fuck 'em all, get rich
Disregard the opinions or actions of others and focus on achieving financial prosperity

You fuckin' up the plan, you a bitch
Your actions are disrupting the intended course of action, and you are being contemptible or weak-willed

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No specific meaning, it may be an abbreviation or an expression without further context

Let my dogs loose off the chains
Allow my close companions to express themselves freely and break free from restrictions

Oh Lord, here we go again
Acknowledging the repetition of a familiar or troublesome situation

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DOMINIC WYNN WOODS

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