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."
Buss It
Sage The Gemini Lyrics
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Now quit playing' with a nigga (woah)
Buss it wide open (yeah)
Now quit playing' with a nigga
H-h-h-h-holy shit
You make me wanna leave the one I'm with
So girl, leave that bum you with (yeah, yeah)
Girl, just wind it on me (ooh)
Buss it, buss it wide open wide open
Now quit playin' with a nigga (yeah, yeah)
Ooh, buss it, buss it wide open, wide open
Now quit playin' with a nigga (yeah, yeah)
Buss it wide open
Yeah, car dealer, I be there a lot
Cop something with the engine triceratops
3 Sarahs in my bed, and they all tryna get it
I just told 'em that I just wanna try Sarah top (woah)
I know your man hate a nigga like me though (like me though)
She be givin' headbutt, Ochocinco
She got that fire, yeah that ass, no amino (no amino)
Ven aquí porfavor, I'm with my migos (with my amigos)
I ain't stingy, go 'head, I ain't trippin'
Been yellin' out, "Ain't fun if the homies can't hit it," (yeah, yeah)
I know your man can't knock me off my pivot (no)
When I drive it bet I own it, that's the difference (yeah, yeah, yeah)
You make me wanna leave the one I'm with
So girl, leave that bum you with (yeah, yeah)
Baby, know I'm gon' fuck up the game
Girl, just wind it on me (ooh)
Buss it, buss it wide open, wide open
Now quit playin' with a nigga (yeah, yeah)
Ooh, buss it, buss it wide open, wide open
Now quit playin' with a nigga (yeah, yeah)
Buss it wide open
Girl, you know I'm 'bout, 'bout it ('bout it, 'bout it)
CSI, I'ma catch a body (catch a body)
And you know I'ma eat that
Dinner table or the bedroom, get that ass up (get that ass up)
Movin' too fast, take it slow
Baby, you be floppin' with the give and go (give and go)
When I'm the reason, had these bitches walkin' pigeon-toe (pigeon-toe)
Bust it down, spin it around, what it sittin' for?
First name basis, that pussy on a need-to-know
I don't fuck with condoms, but a nigga still need 'em
Crackin' seals, poppin' pills, know I keep a four
What you waitin' for? Baby, I'ma put my money up (ow)
You make me wanna leave the one I'm with
So girl, leave that bum you with (yeah, yeah)
Baby, know I'm gon' fuck up the game
Girl, just wind it on me (ooh)
Buss it, buss it wide open, wide open
Now quit playin' with a nigga (yeah, yeah)
Ooh, buss it, buss it wide open, wide open
Now quit playin' with a nigga (yeah, yeah)
Buss it wide open
Buss it wide open
Buss it wide open
The lyrics to Sage the Gemini's song "Buss It" seem to be about a man encouraging a woman to leave her current partner and be with him instead. He tells her to "buss it wide open," which could mean to open herself up to him physically and emotionally. He also brags about his sexual prowess, his wealth, and his ability to satisfy her in ways that her current partner cannot. In the end, he seems willing to put money on the line to convince her to be with him.
The lyrics are somewhat controversial, as they objectify women and suggest that they are only worth pursuing for their physical attributes. However, they also speak to the power dynamics between men and women, as the man in the song uses his wealth and social status to try to exert control over his female partner. Overall, the lyrics encourage listeners to think critically about stereotypes and gender roles in society.
Line by Line Meaning
Buss it wide open (yup)
The singer wants the person to open themselves up completely to him sexually.
Now quit playing' with a nigga (woah)
Stop teasing him and get down to business.
H-h-h-h-holy shit
The singer is amazed and excited about what is happening.
You make me wanna leave the one I'm with
The singer is so attracted to the person that he is willing to end his current relationship for them.
So girl, leave that bum you with (yeah, yeah)
Encouraging the person to leave their current partner who is not as worthy or desirable as the singer is.
Baby, know I'ma fuck up the game
The singer is so confident in his abilities that he believes he will cause a stir in the sexual game.
Girl, just wind it on me (ooh)
The singer wants the person to grind on him in a sexual manner.
Buss it, buss it wide open wide open
The singer wants the person to open themselves up completely to him sexually.
Yeah, car dealer, I be there a lot
The singer frequents a car dealership, indicating his wealth and status.
Cop something with the engine triceratops
The singer buys cars with powerful engines, referring to the extinct animal to emphasize the strength of the car.
3 Sarahs in my bed, and they all tryna get it
The singer boasts about having multiple women in his bed, all of whom want to have sex with him.
I just told 'em that I just wanna try Sarah top (woah)
The singer is using a pun to say he only wants to have sex with one of the women, named Sarah, on top.
I know your man hate a nigga like me though (like me though)
The singer is aware that the person's partner dislikes him because of his status or reputation.
She be givin' headbutt, Ochocinco
The person the singer is with is enthusiastic about giving oral sex, as demonstrated by the reference to an NFL player who was known for headbutting.
She got that fire, yeah that ass, no amino (no amino)
The person the singer is with has an attractive body and is sexually desirable, using a pun on the word 'amino' to imply that she is all-natural.
Ven aquí porfavor, I'm with my migos (with my amigos)
The singer is speaking Spanish to ask the person to come over to him, mentioning that he is with his friends.
I ain't stingy, go 'head, I ain't trippin'
The singer is willing to share the person sexually with his friends and is not possessive of them.
Been yellin' out, "Ain't fun if the homies can't hit it," (yeah, yeah)
The singer believes that sex is more enjoyable when shared with friends and encourages his friends to also have sex with the person.
I know your man can't knock me off my pivot (no)
The singer is confident that the person's partner cannot compete with him or meet their sexual desires in the same way that he can.
When I drive it bet I own it, that's the difference (yeah, yeah, yeah)
The singer asserts his dominance and control in sexual situations, implying that he is better than others at satisfying the person.
CSI, I'ma catch a body (catch a body)
The singer is referencing the TV show CSI and is saying that he is capable of 'killing it' in a sexual manner.
And you know I'ma eat that
The singer is saying he will perform oral sex on the person.
Dinner table or the bedroom, get that ass up (get that ass up)
The singer is suggesting that he wants to have sex with the person in both public and private spaces, encouraging them to be adventurous and spontaneous.
Movin' too fast, take it slow
Despite his overt sexual intentions, the singer acknowledges the importance of taking things slow and building trust and connection.
Baby, you be floppin' with the give and go (give and go)
The singer is saying that the person is inconsistent in their sexual demeanor and performance, using a basketball term to describe their back-and-forth movements.
When I'm the reason, had these bitches walkin' pigeon-toe (pigeon-toe)
The singer believes his sexual prowess is so strong that it has caused other women who have had sex with him to walk awkwardly due to the intensity of the experience.
Bust it down, spin it around, what it sittin' for?
The singer wants the person to demonstrate their sexual flexibility and willingness to try different positions and movements.
First name basis, that pussy on a need-to-know
The singer and the person are familiar enough with each other to use first names, and the singer implies that he doesn't need any more information other than that the person's genitals are available.
I don't fuck with condoms, but a nigga still need 'em
The singer doesn't like using condoms but acknowledges their importance for safe sex.
Crackin' seals, poppin' pills, know I keep a four
The singer admits to using drugs and alcohol, and mentions that he always has a gun nearby.
What you waitin' for? Baby, I'ma put my money up (ow)
The singer is asking the person why they are hesitating to have sex with him and offers to pay for it as an incentive.
Buss it wide open
The singer wants the person to open themselves up completely to him sexually.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Dominic Woods, Christopher Brown
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Dylan Mauldin
[Intro: Sage the Gemini & Chris Brown]
Buss it wide open (Wide, yup)
Now quit playing' with a nigga (Yeah, yeah, whoa)
Buss it wide open (Wide, yup)
Now quit playing' with a nigga
H-H-H-H-Holy shit
[Chorus: Chris Brown, Sage the Gemini & Both]
You make me wanna leave the one I'm with
So girl, leave that bum you with (Yeah, yeah)
Baby, know I'ma fuck up the game
Girl, just wind it on me, ooh, buss it
Buss it wide open, wide open (Yeah)
Now quit playin' with a nigga (Yeah, yeah, whoa)
Ooh, buss it, buss it wide open, wide open (Yeah)
Now quit playin' with a nigga (Yeah, yeah)
Buss it wide open
[Verse 1: Sage The Gemini]
Yeah, car dealer, I be there a lot
Cop something with the engine, Triceratops
3 Sarahs in my bed, and they all tryna get it
I just told 'em that I just want the tri-Sarah-top (Woah)
I know your man hate a nigga like me though (Like me though)
She be givin' headbutt, Ochocinco (Yup)
She got that fire, yeah that ass, no amino (No amino)
Ven aquí porfavor, I'm with my amigos (With my amigos)
I ain't stingy, go 'head, I ain't trippin'
Piñata, it ain't fun if the homies can't hit it (Yeah, yeah)
I know your man can't knock me off my pivot (No)
When I drive it, bet I own it, that's the difference (Yeah, yeah, yeah)
[Chorus: Chris Brown, Sage the Gemini & Both]
You make me wanna leave the one I'm with
So girl, leave that bum you with (Yeah, yeah)
Baby, know I'ma fuck up the game
Girl, just wind it on me, ooh, buss it
Buss it wide open, wide open (Yeah)
Now quit playin' with a nigga (Yeah, yeah, whoa)
Ooh, buss it, buss it wide open, wide open (Yeah)
Now quit playin' with a nigga (Yeah, yeah)
Buss it wide open
[Verse 2: Chris Brown]
Girl, you know I'm 'bout, 'bout it
CSI, I'ma catch a body
And you know I'ma eat that
Dinner table or the bedroom? Get that ass up
Movin' too fast, take it slow
Baby, you be floppin' with the give and go
When I'm the reason half these bitches walkin' pigeon-toed
Bust it down, spin it around, what it sittin' for?
First name basis, that pussy on a need-to-know
I don't fuck with condoms, but a nigga still need 'em though
Cracking seals, poppin' pills, know I keep it for
What you waitin' for? Baby, I'ma put my money up (Ow!)
[Chorus: Chris Brown, Sage the Gemini & Both]
You make me wanna leave the one I'm with
So girl, leave that bum you with (Yeah, yeah)
Baby, know I'ma fuck up the game
Girl, just wind it on me, ooh, buss it
Buss it wide open, wide open (Yeah)
Now quit playin' with a nigga (Yeah, yeah, whoa)
Ooh, buss it, buss it wide open, wide open (Yeah)
Now quit playin' with a nigga (Yeah, yeah)
Buss it wide open
Fumnanya Ukah
Anytime I hear your songs I get so happy 😭❤❤
Octagon9
okay what i gonna say to that...
🧿🔹🧿🔹🧿🔹🔥🧢🌱😐
Saddiyah Armstrong
I love when Chris samples classics
_Trinity_
You already know it's a hit when you see Chris Brown featured in it
ForTaxReasons
Yeah a hit in the face. 🙄
_Trinity_
@ForTaxReasons that was 9 years ago and Chris apologized and Rihanna and him are cool now
ForTaxReasons
@_Trinity_ I don't give a shit what Rihanna thinks and if you and her are cool with him that's your life. I personally will always remember that he is an abuser.
um k
is rihanna also an abuser bc she hit him first and was always hitting him, so ?
Jaden Coley
I really love collaboration of Sage The Gemini and Chris Brown
Johan Ozorio
you know it's fire when you see Ft Chris Brown