Smino is from a musical family, with his father playing keys, his mother singing, and his grandfather being a famous blues bassist. He began his musical career at seven when his father gave him a set of drums, which he played in his church’s band. He also started rapping around this time, forming the rap duo “Young Dumb and Outta Control” (YROC) with his friend Bari Allen. The duo released a self-titled mixtape and began to gain local popularity but had difficulties getting their music out into the world.
In 2012, Smino released his first solo mixtape, Smeezy Dot Com, and then moved to Chicago, Illinois, for college at Columbia College Chicago. While in Chicago, he met engineer Chris “Classik” Inumerable, who became his closest friend and is now his manager. In 2015, he released two EPs: S!Ck S!Ck S!Ck and blkjuptr. His debut studio album blkswn was released to critical acclaim on March 14, 2017, and his second studio album, NØIR, was released on November 8, 2018. His third studio album, Luv 4 Rent, was released on October 28, 2022.
Blkoscars
Smino Lyrics
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It's on the road, on the road
We still going
(Woah)
Came for awards need plenty
Gift of gab, devil dangling on yo shoulder shimmy
Can't respect none of them baby ass pigs they ginny
This pink polo be resting upon my noggin Timmy
I reek all over, compliments to the ganja in me
She sending nudes on the snap with the doggie filter cause
Nowadays I make up rules like I'm Adam Silver
Couple pretty freaks when I visit Houston, I had to Lillard
Game 6 on you hoes
She feel clingy I'm outta pocket, Mike Vick on you hoes
My eyes chingy the jackpot, I'm outta reach on my soul
That shit is deceased, here I go, told ya I'm on a roll
Deserve an Oscar way a nigga been on his role
Love letters like how you been, like I been on the road
And if you trapped in this life
You'd be better off tellin your self to get a grip
Suicides on the Beamer, I'm with the squad like Will Smith
Feel like it's so many many many many
Reasons why a nigga poppin yeah
Yo hands out like
Gimme gimme gimme gimme gimme
Nigga where's your pride in that
I spit like a fully loaded semi-auto steneded clip
Like where'd find that at
And you know where to find me at
You can find me in the back blk suit its da blk Oscars
Hennessy blk charging my hood chakras
Grass in da doob smell like a mowed lawn
Woah nah, DBZero lil bitch I'm Gohan
Find me in the blked out coupe Metal Gear Solid
No games with these niggas I need the deposit
Been on the greenery like a crouton, crunch time
Don't think it's sweet lil bitch I need all mine, all mine
Sweet white beemer yea da my cool whip
Ain't no topping no stopping oh nah wanna ride
Bitch ass nigga this ain't no Uber
They really piranhas I treat em like pariah
My family large, no need to add into it
I told her pop that thang lil mama, put ya back into it
Chatting about me, Chatham out to Chattanooga
My long finger in the air
They said we couldn't do it
We been hurting, bruising
Since Mathews-Dickeys and Herbert Hoover
Real observant treat us like
We wasn't there to stir the movement
I had my feet in some forces since I's a fetus
Nigga them kolors go crazy, what is it Easter
I will not cease til my fortune same size as Cletus
I'm with your bitch and we pouring up like baristas
She so in love with that simpin, I call her Lisa
My pimping sharp as a cleaver, my pencil shark
Shark attack, I'm a hood (architect)
Saint Louis (artifact)
Run and tell them blank white canvases the art is back
Sweet music from the Viola Davis like Sammy Son
Jr in this bitch the damage done
Mirra how I stunt, how I handle bars
Brought the bounce bike like mongoose
It only been a year nigga mind you
Hands all clammy pearl the wood let me mind loose
And sweep the whole Academy with gang right behind you
Feel like it's so many many many many
Reasons why a nigga poppin yeah
Yo hands out like
Gimme gimme gimme gimme gimme
Nigga where's your pride in that
I spit like a fully loaded semi-auto steneded clip
Like where'd find that at
And you know where to find me at
You can find me in the back blk suit its da blk Oscars
Hennessy blk charging my hood chakras
Grass in da doob smell like a mowed lawn
Woah nah, DBZero lil bitch I'm Gohan
Find me in the blked out coupe Metal Gear Solid
No games with these niggas I need the deposit
Been on the greenery like a crouton, crunch time
Don't think it's sweet lil bitch I need all mine, all mine
Somethin bout you make me
Rave and go crazy
Maybe it's the way, b-baby
I can feel it in my bones
I can feel it in my bones
I swear somethin bout you make me
Rave and go crazy
Maybe it's the way, b-baby
I can feel it in my bones
Woah
"Blkoscars" by Smino is a song that entails a journey of self-discovery and success in the rap industry. In the first verse, Smino expresses his disdain for fake people and highlights how he deserves an Oscar for his contribution to music. He further brags about his accomplishments and his ability to make up his own rules. He mentions his crazy lifestyle, which involves receiving Snapchats from girls and visiting Houston and its pretty freaks. He ends the verse by acknowledging his success and how he deserves it.
In the second verse, Smino goes on to describe his luxurious lifestyle, which includes riding in a blacked-out coupe, drinking Hennessey, and smoking weed. He emphasizes his determination to succeed and his will to continue working hard until his fortune is as big as his dreams. He also shows his confidence by stating that he could sweep the whole Academy Awards with his gang.
Throughout the song, Smino's lyrics are playful and cocky, expressing his unique personality and creative style. He emphasizes his love for his hometown, Saint Louis, by mentioning his experiences when he was growing up. The song is an anthem for hustlers who are chasing their dreams and who are not afraid of showing off their success.
Line by Line Meaning
On the road, on the road, on the road, yeah
We are constantly moving forward with our journey.
Came for awards need plenty
We are here to win and receive recognition for our talents.
Gift of gab, devil dangling on yo shoulder shimmy
While blessed with the ability to speak well, the temptation to do wrong is present.
Most of you phony's could really receive an Oscar Emmy
Many of the people here are fake and put on a facade, deserving of awards for their acting skills.
Deserve an Oscar way a nigga been on his role
My consistent hard work and success deserve recognition and praise.
Love letters like how you been, like I been on the road
The people who truly care about me ask about my well-being, knowing that I constantly travel for my career.
You'd be better off tellin your self to get a grip
If you are struggling in this lifestyle, the best thing to do is to take control and find stability.
Suicides on the Beamer, I'm with the squad like Will Smith
We are here to support one another and stick together, even during tough times.
I spit like a fully loaded semi-auto steneded clip
My words and flow are powerful and intense, like a weapon ready to fire.
Ain't no topping no stopping oh nah wanna ride
Nothing can stop my momentum or my drive to succeed.
My family large, no need to add into it
My support system is already strong enough, there is no need for additional people to join us.
Real observant treat us like we wasn't there to stir the movement
Despite our contributions, we are often overlooked and disregarded in the larger picture of societal movements.
It only been a year nigga mind you
Despite my accomplishments in a short amount of time, there is much more to come.
And sweep the whole Academy with gang right behind you
With the support of my community, I have the power to conquer and make an impact in any industry, even the Academy.
Somethin bout you make me Rave and go crazy
There is something about you that ignites my passion and energy.
Maybe it's the way, b-baby I can feel it in my bones
Whatever that special thing about you is, it resonates with me deeply on a visceral level.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: AHMANTI BOOKER, JEFFREY SMITH, CHRISTOPHER SMITH JR.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@noahthegoat3363
The transition between B Role and this song is sick.
@d3nj1n
the first time I heard this when listening to the album, I thought it was part 2 of the same track. Now when I listen to it, I gotta hear them back to back.
@bigpapitaco5228
AF
@P-10.00
they’re puzzle pieces
@raykaz7
Mick Jenkins, Chance, Saba, Noname, Ravyn Lenae - all gettin they love. Shit, Smino and Jay2 lowkey the most underrated out the Chicago scene
@keko1223
Ray Kazembe They all underrated homeboy, including Alex Wiley
@Bgamer011
Ray Kazembe Smino from St. Louis tho xD
@raykaz7
Roberto César yeah, but he's practically crafted his entire artistry in Chicago
@9ineRunner
I guess since Eminem recorded SSLP and MMLP in LA he's not a Detroit artist? I guess Tyron Woodley isn't from St Louis because he trains out of Las Vegas? They never wanna let someone rep St. Louis, I guess Ezekiel Elliott is from Dallas.
Smino is critically needed for St. Louis' music scene and St. Louis is important to Smino. He never stops reppin'. If it's just about the music for you then enjoy it and be happy he and Monte found each other. For St. Louis it's bigger than that. Him becoming successful is huge for a city that gets a strong look once every other decade it seems, despite being as talented as any other city out there.
@raykaz7
Selecao_no9 don't really know why you mad...no need for all that extra shit dawg. We discussing as fans, arent we? Let's have a gealthy discussion then. I get what you're saying. I've been following Smi for years. Trust me I'm not trine take him away from St Louis. Smino himself said I grew up in St Louis, but I wanted to expand my musical depth, and also I wasn't getting enough exposure, so I moved to Chicago, and everything clicked. Thats where he met Monte. Dude toured with Mick Jenkins for like half a year. Dude's in a group with Ravyn Lenae, Jay2, and Monte Booker (who's practically helped carve smi's entire sound) - all Chicago cats. He's experimented with Saba, Jean Deaux, and a hell of a lot other Chicago artists. His music has a VERY Chicago alternative underground feel to it. I actually thought he was from Chicago before I found out he was St Louis. His entire musical discography has practically been Chicago influenced. Of course he's St Louis through and through, and reps it to the death. I hope he keeps doing that coz St Louis really need someone to stand up for em, but if people from Chicago say things like "our artists are so underrated. like Smino!"...they're not necessarily in the wrong. That's all I meant by it man