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."
GDFR
Sage The Gemini Lyrics
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If you a freak, then you comin' home with me
And I know what you came here to do
Now bust it open, let me see you get low
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
Shake for a Sheikh, I'm throwing these Emirates in the sky
Spendin' this as-salamu alaykum, peace to M.O.N.E.Y
I love my beaches, south beaches, surfboard and high tide
I could just roll up 'cause I'm swole up
So that birthday cake get a cobra
Buggati for real, I'm cold, bruh
That Autobiography Rover
Got the key to my city, it's over
It's no thots, only Anna Kournikovas
I set records, ratchets hol' up (I said rackets, ratchets hol' up)
I know what you came here to see
If you a freak, then you comin' home with me
And I know what you came here to do
Now bust it open, let me see you get low
It's going down for real
It's going down for real (and they already know me)
It's going down for real
It's going down further than femurs, girls get wetter than Katrina
Yeah, my girl you never seen her 'cause my tints by limousines
My touch say it's the Midas
We the plus, your man the minus
My team blowing on that slam
Make you cough-cough, that's bronchitis
Put your hands up, uh
It's a stick up, no more makeup
Get that ass on the floor, ladies put your lipstick up
Double entendre, double entendre
While you're hating I get money
Then I double up tonkers
I know what you came here to see
If you a freak, then you comin' home with me
And I know what you came here to do
Now bust it open, let me see you get low
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
Lift it, drop it, shake it, pop it
Lift it, drop it, shake it, pop it
Lift it, drop it, shake it, pop it
Lift it, drop it, shake it
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
The lyrics in Sage the Gemini's song "GDFR" (which stands for "Going Down For Real") are primarily focused on the idea of partying and having a good time. The song celebrates a wild and energetic atmosphere, where people come together to let loose and enjoy themselves. It starts by acknowledging that the audience came to see something exciting, and if they are open-minded and adventurous (referred to as a "freak"), they are invited to join the singer and have a good time.
The second verse contains references to various cultural and pop culture elements. The line "Your girl just kissed a girl, I do bi (chicks)" suggests exploring different romantic and sexual experiences. The lyrics also mention throwing money in the air, a lifestyle of luxury ("beaches, south beaches, surfboard and high tide"), expensive cars, and material possessions like the Autobiography Rover.
The chorus, repeating the phrase "It's going down for real," emphasizes the excitement and anticipation of the party atmosphere. It suggests that the energy and intensity of the moment are escalating, and everyone is encouraged to let loose and enjoy themselves. The song also incorporates catchy hooks and repetitive phrases, which further contribute to its party anthem vibe.
Line by Line Meaning
I know what you came here to see
I understand that you came here to witness a specific spectacle or event
If you a freak, then you comin' home with me
If you possess a playful and daring attitude, then you will accompany me to my place
And I know what you came here to do
Furthermore, I am aware of your intentions for being here
Now bust it open, let me see you get low
Now reveal your true self, show me your uninhibited dance moves and get down
It's going down for real
The anticipated event or situation is truly unfolding
Your girl just kissed a girl, I do bi (chicks)
The person you are with has just engaged in a same-sex kiss, emphasizing my bisexuality
Shake for a Sheikh, I'm throwing these Emirates in the sky
Dance with enthusiasm for a wealthy Arab ruler, as I proudly display my wealth in the form of Emirati currency
Spendin' this as-salamu alaykum, peace to M.O.N.E.Y
I am extravagantly spending money, representing prosperity and expressing Muslim greetings of peace
I love my beaches, south beaches, surfboard and high tide
I have an affinity for tropical beaches, particularly those in the southern regions, where I can ride waves on a surfboard during high tide
I could just roll up 'cause I'm swole up
I have the ability to casually arrive or approach because I am physically fit and well-built
So that birthday cake get a cobra
The celebratory cake is adorned with an extravagant decoration in the shape of a venomous snake
Buggati for real, I'm cold, bruh
I genuinely own a Buggati supercar and I am emotionally detached or unbothered, my friend
That Autobiography Rover
I possess the prestigious Autobiography edition of a Land Rover vehicle
Got the key to my city, it's over
I have been granted the symbolic key to my city, indicating my influence and dominance
It's no thots, only Anna Kournikovas
In this situation, there are no promiscuous individuals, only attractive and talented women akin to the tennis player Anna Kournikova
I set records, ratchets hol' up (I said rackets, ratchets hol' up)
I achieve notable accomplishments and excel in various areas, causing both tennis rackets and potentially misbehaving individuals to pause and wait
It's going down for real (and they already know me)
The anticipated event is genuinely taking place as expected, and those present are already familiar with me
It's going down further than femurs, girls get wetter than Katrina
The event is taking place to a greater extent than one's thigh bones, and it elicits an intense sensual response from women, surpassing the level of wetness associated with the Hurricane Katrina disaster
Yeah, my girl you never seen her 'cause my tints by limousines
Indeed, you have never laid eyes on my girlfriend as the windows of my luxurious limousines are heavily tinted, obscuring the view
My touch say it's the Midas
The mere touch of my hand indicates inherent power and the ability to turn things to gold, similar to the mythical king Midas
We the plus, your man the minus
My crew and I represent the positive and advantageous side, while your significant other falls short and is inferior
My team blowing on that slam
My group is indulging in smoking marijuana blended with a certain substance to enhance its effects
Make you cough-cough, that's bronchitis
We will cause you to cough excessively, resembling the symptoms of bronchitis
Put your hands up, uh
Raise your hands in the air, expressing excitement or surrender
It's a stick up, no more makeup
This is a robbery, hence no further need for cosmetic enhancements or disguises
Get that ass on the floor, ladies put your lipstick up
Lower your posterior to the ground, ladies, and remove your lipstick, preparing for a lively dance party
Double entendre, double entendre
I am employing a linguistic device known as a double entendre, where a phrase holds a double meaning
While you're hating I get money
While you express disapproval towards me, I am successfully accumulating wealth and financial resources
Then I double up tonkers
Furthermore, I multiply or increase my monetary gains significantly
Lift it, drop it, shake it, pop it
Engage in movements such as raising, lowering, shaking, and popping various body parts
It's going down for real
The anticipated event is undeniably happening as planned
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Dominic Wynn Woods, Justin Scott Franks, Andrew Seder, Tramar Dillard, Paulo Ytienza Rodriguez, Jerry Goldstein, Charles Miller, Lee Oskar, Howard E. Scott, Sylvester Allen, Harold Ray I. Brown, Morris Dewayne Dickerson, Le Roy L. Jordan, Mike Caren
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A Forever Hit....Lyrics
I know what you came here to see
If you're a freak, then ya coming home with me
And I know what you came here to do
Now bust it open let me see you get low
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
Your girl just kissed a girl
I do bi chicks
Shake for a shake
I'm throwing these Emirates in the sky
Spinning this As-salamu alaykum
Peace to M.O.N.E.Y
I love my beaches, south beaches
Surfboard and high tide
I could just roll up
Cause I'm swoll up
So that birthday cake get a cobra
Buggati for real, I'm cold bruh
That auto-biography rover
Got the key to my city it's over
It's no thots, only Anna Kournikova's
I said rackets, ratchets hold up
(I said rackets, ratchets hold up)
I know what you came here to see
If you're a freak, then ya coming home with me
And I know what you came here to do
Now bust it open let me see you get low
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
And they already know me
It's going down for real
It's going down further than femurs
Girls get wetter than Katrina
Yeah my girl you never seen her
'Cause my tints by limousines
My touch is the Midas
We de-plus your man to minus
My team blowing on that slam
Make you cough-cough that's Bronchitis
Put your hands up
It's a stick up, no more makeup
Get that ass on the floor
Ladies put your lipstick up
Double entendre, double entendre
While you're hating I get money
Then I double up tonkers
I know what you came here to see
If you're a freak, then ya coming home with me
And I know what you came here to do
Now bust it open let me see you get low
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
Lift it, drop it, shake it, pop it
Lift it, drop it, shake it, pop it
Lift it, drop it, shake it, pop it
Lift it, drop it, shake it
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
It's going down for real
:)
@reagan3846
What are these girls training for?
Basketball or dancing
@redmibaabu1958
Iq level infinity 🤣🤣🤣😂😂👍👍
@Legend-cg1hb
😂😂😂😂😂😂nice one
@kirstennlaylaa
Well they are ballin😝😏🤣
@yazminpj1862
no se que dice pero miente
@mightydestroyer7360
😂😂😂😂
@imok.sadness
Almost 2022 and this song is still a masterpiece.
@zerticxz8096
Fax
@joshharris2365
I keep waiting for him to drop a another hit song. It's been to long
@seanhodge1319
Definitely