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."
Nothing To Me
Sage The Gemini Lyrics
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Heart, Break, that's that clique (what)
I be riding sliding slipping and dipping
I'm about money clothes cars and women
And that's that
Chuck a deuce when you see me in the street nigga
Holla at me when you see me in the street nigga
Niggas hating on me I don't understand
I'm from Fairfield rep it like the only one
Wouldn't waste a bullet on niggas cause this my only gun
Pull up 50 cars [?] in the radio
Punch a nigga for speaking retarded now he his radio
Trigger boy that's a flash like a camera gave you a cameo
Your bitch screaming she like the way, I should be sammy uh
S-A-G-E mister two hit wonder
I hit your bitch two times leave that bitch to wonder
A few party songs got a young [?] thunder
I got hella cheese waking bitches out they slumber
And I can really rap man I swear I could
I ain't gotta explain shit I just thought I should
And all my niggas carry gym and honor wood
Never been scared but I like the fact you thought I should
Bitch
Nigga where you from, rep that shit (what)
Heart, Break, that's that clique (what)
I be riding sliding slipping and dipping
I'm about money clothes cars and women
And that's that
Chuck a deuce when you see me in the street nigga
Holla at me when you see me in the street nigga
Ten, K for a verse
If there is money in my rear view I put it in reverse, uh
Life, ain't that a bitch
I'ma marry that girl bring her back to the Rich
Said it's Heart Break Gang just me and my homies
Pressing you squares no Sony
PlayStation haters need a vacations fast
Check so big that they can't pay in cash
You talk business I talk math
Cause nigga all I do is multiply and add
Joint so big it look like half
My arm all I smoke is gas
91 dressing like it's '91
Ain't a rapper better then me but I'ma find me one and sign him
Only wear designer
Nigga I be balling out the gym I be LeBron'ing
Nigga where you from, rep that shit (what)
Heart, Break, that's that clique (what)
I be riding sliding slipping and dipping
I'm about money clothes cars and women
And that's that
Chuck a deuce when you see me in the street nigga
Holla at me when you see me in the street nigga
Most of these niggas be hating on a G
And they mad as fuck they ain't on like me
Yeah it's HBK ho stack that cheese
I be photo shooting fresh step back say cheese
More money blew so I don't stack green
Don't fuck with police but we both say freeze
You would think your girlfriend on a rock band spree
How she L-I-C-K-I-N-G, oh
Put me on a beat and [?]
All a hater see no snow Auto-Tune
Married to the game we are bride and groom
Took your girl made a movie I was coming soon
Thank the lord for the nice things
Me and my wrist went to the hood they think I'm ice cream
Money sky scrape [?]
Too many Jordans think I should join the flight team
Nigga where you from, rep that shit (what)
Heart, Break, that's that clique (what)
I be riding sliding slipping and dipping
I'm about money clothes cars and women
And that's that
Chuck a deuce when you see me in the street nigga
Holla at me when you see me in the street nigga
The song "Nothing to Me" by Sage The Gemini featuring Iamsu is a rap song that exudes confidence and pride. The first verse is filled with a sense of loyalty to the clique or gang one belongs to, and an attitude of being untouchable. The lyrics showcase a life filled with money, clothes, cars, and women, and Sage The Gemini boasts proudly of his wealth and success, with a devil-may-care attitude towards those who dare to hate on him. He also proclaims his skills as a rapper, indicating that he does not feel the need to explain himself to anyone.
The second verse continues with Sage's confidence and focus on his wealth and success. He talks about his price for a verse, his ability to outsmart those who try to target him, and his love for designer fashion. He also mentions his desire to find and sign talented rappers. The third verse continues with this theme of self-praise and boasts about his success, and the various ways in which he spends his money. The chorus repeats throughout the song, emphasizing the concept of pride, loyalty, and confidence.
Line by Line Meaning
Nigga where you from, rep that shit (what)
Where are you from? Represent it with pride.
Heart, Break, that's that clique (what)
My crew is Heart Break and that's who I roll with.
I be riding sliding slipping and dipping
I ride around town, swerving and dipping through traffic.
I'm about money clothes cars and women
I'm all about the finer things in life: money, clothes, cars, and women.
And that's that
That's just how it is, no need to explain further.
Chuck a deuce when you see me in the street nigga
Wave or throw up a peace sign when you see me in the streets.
Holla at me when you see me in the street nigga
Give me a shout when you see me out and about.
Most of these niggas be hating on a G
A lot of people dislike me, a real gangster.
And they mad as fuck they ain't on like me
And they're really angry they can't be as successful as I am.
Yeah it's HBK ho stack that cheese
Yeah, my crew is HBK and we stack our money high.
I be photo shooting fresh step back say cheese
I take photos looking fresh and cool, striking a pose and saying cheese.
Money sky scrape [?]
I make an incredible amount of money.
Too many Jordans think I should join the flight team
I have so many pairs of Air Jordan shoes that I should join a basketball team.
Ten, K for a verse
I charge ten thousand dollars for a verse in a song.
If there is money in my rear view I put it in reverse, uh
If I see an opportunity to make money behind me, I will turn around and go for it.
Life, ain't that a bitch
Life can be tough and unfair sometimes.
I'ma marry that girl bring her back to the Rich
I'm going to marry a rich girl and bring her back to my lifestyle.
Said it's Heart Break Gang just me and my homies
I'm in the Heart Break Gang crew with my close friends.
Pressing you squares no Sony
I'm taking down the competition, no holds barred.
Check so big that they can't pay in cash
I make so much money that it can't even be paid in cash.
You talk business I talk math
When it comes to making money, I'm all about the numbers.
Cause nigga all I do is multiply and add
Because all I do is make more money, by multiplying and adding numbers.
Joint so big it look like half
My marijuana is so large that it looks like it takes up half of the room.
My arm all I smoke is gas
I only smoke the best and strongest marijuana, often referred to as 'gas'.
91 dressing like it's '91
I dress like it's still 1991, and I love that throwback style.
Ain't a rapper better then me but I'ma find me one and sign him
I believe I'm the best rapper out there, but I'm open to finding someone else and signing them to my label.
Only wear designer
I only wear the most fashionable and high-end clothing brands.
Nigga I be balling out the gym I be LeBron'ing
I'm incredibly skilled and successful, like LeBron James on the basketball court.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PAULO RODRIGUEZ, SUDAN WILLIAMS, DOMINIC WOODS
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