Adams started recording songs on his Macbook in 2008 from his college dormitory room. Over the course of the next two years, he recorded a large amount of material that would be used on his later releases. In early 2010, he emerged into the music industry with his release of "I Hate College (Remix)", a remix of Asher Roth's I Love College, on YouTube. He was able to sell his EP, Boston's Boy, released on March 4, 2010 by 1st Round Records. The EP managed to reach #73 on The Billboard 200. Boston's Boy also debuted at number one on the iTunes hip-hop chart in its first week, and the song "Driving Me Crazy" hit #8 on iTunes hip-hop singles chart.
In the end of June 2010, Adams finished his first mixtape, Party Records Mixtape, in London. It was released on September 23, 2010. It was produced by DJ Whoo Kid and DJ Cash and sampled beats from Deadmau5 (Some Chordz) and Yolanda Be Cool (No Speak Americano), as well as others.
In August 2011, Adams performed at Lollapalooza in Chicago.
In November 2011, Adams released the first single, titled "Blow Up", from his forthcoming album. The song was also made available as a free download from his website. In January 2012, Adams made his T.V debut on Conan with Conan O'Brien.
Still I Rise
Sammy Adams Lyrics
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still i rise to the top
momma you should see me now
lights so lavish
and im super star status
so high that i cant come down
so if youre with me with me with me
put your hands up lets get this money money
SAM ADAMS
speaking of rising im whats next
and do i feel entitled to your girlfriend yes
girl wanna marry im just looking for some sex
or some brain or some dome synonym gettin that
small girl skinnier than anyone i text
(saddy?) baby tank to her knees lookin like a dress
others on the jack i aint tryin to impress
im just tryin get my dance on
come back to a girl no pants on
look hes back and sammy got another dance song
had to put my (mans on?)
g curtis in the booth with the beat that my engineer (matty?) could get his damn hands on
and then my life was what i planned for
yaa you can catch me at the airport flyin first class
know im on the grand tour
never forgettin to smile for the camera
G CURTIS HOOK
SAM ADAMS
(another?) topic of discussion
you know that any where you go theyll be lookin
despite all the concerts that we be bookin
and all this effort that i be puttin
down is for you so stop trippin
they know about the flights and resorts we hittin
they know how many checks that the boys been writtin
so stick to the dive and let them do the flippin
and ima stick to frees cause they better than my written
chillin by the pool kickin ls gettin lifted
took a chance so i knew i would never miss it
now i have haters no time to dismiss them
wakin up (pos?) see the beach in my vision privacy on the door
(the beats?) is admission wont stop till the whole damn world listens
but thats gone take some time either you pop or you drop know the boy gone (stay?)
G CURTIS HOOK
still i rise
not just for the moment but the rest of my life
and all my dreams they constantly get turned into reality
HOOK
SAM ADAMS
sammy adams g curtis
first round first round records
still i rise
The song "Still I Rise" by Sammy Adams featuring G Curtis is about perseverance and success. The lyrics describe the rise of the artists to the top of the music industry, their glamorous lifestyle with lavish lights and privileged access to travel first class. The hook "Still I rise to the top" communicates the determination of the artists to succeed despite obstacles and critics who they refer to as “haters”. They acknowledge the attention they receive from fans and media and appreciate their achievements with gratitude, "all my dreams they constantly get turned into reality".
Sammy Adams, the lead artist, continues with his trademark rap style, talking about his romantic and sexual encounters with groupies while on tour. However, he also speaks of his dedication to music, which he refers to as "frees". He acknowledges that his success is due to his hard work, and despite the distractions, he remains focused on his music career. The song encourages listeners to chase their dreams and to not let other's opinions or setbacks hold them back.
Line by Line Meaning
still i rise to the top
I am still climbing to the top, striving for success and never giving up.
momma you should see me now
I have come so far, and my success would make my mother proud.
lights so lavish
I am enjoying the luxuries of success, including extravagant living.
and im super star status
I have achieved a level of fame and success that many people aspire to, and am recognized as a superstar.
so high that i cant come down
I am so successful that I feel invincible and untouchable, soaring high above anyone who doubts me.
so if youre with me with me with me
If you believe in my success and wish to be a part of it, join me in my journey.
put your hands up lets get this money money
Let's work hard and make money together, celebrating our success and achievements.
and smile for the camera
We should enjoy our success and fame, always posing for the camera and capturing the moment.
speaking of rising im whats next
I am the next big thing, always on the rise and constantly pushing myself to greater heights.
and do i feel entitled to your girlfriend yes
I feel entitled to anything I want because of my success, including taking other people's girlfriends.
girl wanna marry im just looking for some sex
I am not interested in commitment, only casual sexual relationships with women.
or some brain or some dome synonym gettin that
I am seeking sexual gratification and pleasure from women, regardless of emotional connection or respect.
small girl skinnier than anyone i text
I am attracted to very petite and skinny women, and I am constantly pursuing them through text messages.
(saddy?) baby tank to her knees lookin like a dress
I am describing the appearance of a woman I am interested in, commenting on her skinny figure and tank top that appears to be a dress on her short body.
others on the jack i aint tryin to impress
I am not interested in impressing anyone else or competing with others; I am only focused on my own success and pleasure.
im just tryin get my dance on
I enjoy dancing and having a good time, regardless of the opinions or actions of others.
come back to a girl no pants on
I frequently engage in sexual activity with women, and they often remove their pants during these encounters.
look hes back and sammy got another dance song
I am a well-known musician who frequently releases dance-oriented songs that are popular with my fans.
had to put my (mans on?)
I had to put my best effort into this recording, likely referring to the producer or engineer working on the song.
g curtis in the booth with the beat that my engineer (matty?) could get his damn hands on
My collaborators are working hard to produce high-quality music, with G Curtis in the recording booth and a skilled engineer working on the beat.
and then my life was what i planned for
My success and achievements are the result of careful planning and hard work, following the path that I set for myself.
yaa you can catch me at the airport flyin first class
My success has allowed me to enjoy the luxuries of first-class air travel.
know im on the grand tour
I am currently on a tour, enjoying the fruits of my success and sharing my music with fans.
never forgettin to smile for the camera
I am always grateful for my success and fame, making sure to capture the moment and show my appreciation.
(another?) topic of discussion
I am changing the subject to another topic, likely related to my success and fame.
you know that any where you go theyll be lookin
Everywhere I go, people are watching and following my every move, intrigued by my success and fame.
despite all the concerts that we be bookin
Despite being booked for many concerts, I am still able to continue working hard and achieving success.
and all this effort that i be puttin
I work hard every day to maintain my success and fame, constantly striving for greater achievements.
down is for you so stop trippin
All of my hard work and effort is for my fans to enjoy and appreciate, so they should not worry or doubt my dedication.
they know about the flights and resorts we hittin
My fans are aware of my luxurious lifestyle and travels, likely via social media or tabloid gossip.
they know how many checks that the boys been writtin
My financial success is public knowledge among my fans, who are aware of the amount of money I earn from my music and other ventures.
so stick to the dive and let them do the flippin
For those who doubt my success, they should focus on their own lives and let me continue to achieve my goals and accomplishments.
and ima stick to frees cause they better than my written
I prefer freestyle rap over written lyrics, as I feel it allows me to better express myself and showcase my skills.
chillin by the pool kickin ls gettin lifted
I am enjoying a relaxed lifestyle by a pool, smoking marijuana and feeling the effects of the drug.
took a chance so i knew i would never miss it
I took a risk in pursuing my dreams of music and success, and I am confident that I will never regret my choices.
now i have haters no time to dismiss them
As my success has grown, so have my critics and detractors; however, I do not have time to worry about them or their opinions.
wakin up (pos?) see the beach in my vision privacy on the door
I wake up in a luxurious location, likely a beach resort, with a beautiful view and strict privacy controls.
(the beats?) is admission wont stop till the whole damn world listens
My music is my way of expressing myself and achieving success, and I will not stop until everyone in the world has heard my message and appreciated my talents.
but thats gone take some time either you pop or you drop know the boy gone (stay?)
Becoming successful in the music industry takes time and hard work, but I am determined to succeed and stay on top, regardless of the challenges or competition I might face.
still i rise
I continue to strive for success and climb to greater heights, overcoming challenges and obstacles along the way.
not just for the moment but the rest of my life
My success is not temporary or fleeting, but rather a lifelong pursuit and achievement.
and all my dreams they constantly get turned into reality
I have been able to turn my dreams into reality through hard work and perseverance, achieving success and fame beyond what I ever imagined.
Contributed by Micah W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Tatiana Joyner
I FINALLY FOUND THIS SONG!!! AFTER ALL THESE FREAKING YEARS!!!! 10 YEARS LATER I'M STILL HERE! I FUCK WITH THIS SONG THE LONG WAY 👍👍👌👏👏👏💯💯💯
ramon ortiz
Sammy was underrated back then, and maybe still is. He makes good music and still going strong.
cutelala15
love his style!! love G. Curtis voice!! nice song!!!!
Michael Rogers
i hope sammy goes huge and everyone listens to him because he is a badass
Ancient Darkness
Didn't end up well unfortunately
T Mcclanahan
old rappers will never be beat they will always be the best no matter how good new rappers are
Darin Shore
i really hope sam adams gets the credit he deserves
turnon sami
i like this song ... im surprised that not a lot of people know it, this needs to get more views
adamjam2
Awesome Combo! these two need to make more music together
Bassam Shahid
Sam Adams killed it !