Sean Pompey (Born in Harlem, New York NY, United States), better known by h… Read Full Bio ↴Sean Pompey (Born in Harlem, New York NY, United States), better known by his stage name Smoke DZA, is an American rapper who first gained recognition in 2009 with the release of his first mixtape Substance Abuse. He followed it with the release of his 2010 mixtape George Kush Da Button, his release in 2011, Rolling Stoned, and his 2012 release, Rugby Thompson (prod. Harry Fraud). Smoke DZA often references movies and marijuana with a slow, laidback style of rap.

Hip Hop is just a hobby for some but for Smoke DZA, it is a way of life. Born and raised in Harlem, NY, DZA (real name Sean Pompey) was raised surrounded by music, though it wasn’t necessarily hip hop, “My first exposure to music was through my Dad.” He reflects, “He played his oldies every weekend and still does up to this day.” DZA was introduced to and fell in love with hip hop at a young age and began a journey that would lead him from dropping out of high school to being one of the hottest, most sought after unsigned rappers in the game today. “I was way too popular in high school,” DZA states, “ I used to battle everyone whether it be in the lunchroom or in front of the school. I was way more interested in that, than attending classes.” His early creative processes started where many rappers do, with the lyrical genius of Notorious B.I.G., “I remember learning all of Biggie’s verses, writing them down and making my own renditions of the songs. After I got out [of] that phase I started crafting my own songs like "History" where I spoke about destroying any rapper lyrically and I wrote a song called "Music On My Side" which was an ode to any artist that influenced me to do music. Jay-Z, Biggie, Big L etc.” As DZA’s focus and talent grew, he began to release mixtapes, like the early Respeconize and even formed a group with a childhood friend call “Smoke & Numbers” before striking out for solo success and Cinematic Music Group in 2005. Though his musical journey is not far removed from his early days in Harlem, DZA has recorded with the likes of Asher Roth, Big K.R.I.T., Devin The Dude and Curren$y to name a few. In the past two years he has released a steady stream of mixtapes to critical acclaim, Substance Abuse (2009), Substance Abuse 1.5: The Headstash (2010), and his most recent project, George Kush Da Button which is quickly making it’s way around the internet. DZA credits his longevity to creating laidback, honest music that people can vibe to and always staying true to the art of hip hop. With all of the disposable music threatening the culture of an art form he is trying to help preserve, Smoke DZA is a welcomed breath of fresh air that will make you grateful for the contact high.

Hip Hop artist based in Harlem, New York. Smoke Dza often references movies and marijuana with his slow laid back style of rap. His mixtape entitled "Substance Abuse" was released on December 1st 2009, Featuring: Devin the Dude, June Summers, Nipsey Hussle and many more. In the summer of 2010 he released another mixtape 'George Kush Da Button'
On April 11th he released another mixtape T.H.C. (The Hustler's Catalog)

Kenny Powers
Smoke DZA Lyrics

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[Chorus]
You already know how the story go
Hope you on your grind, save all your dough
Uh, this is sour diesel audio
I'm on the strip like Miami or Memorial
Right, chasin' chicken
Kenny Powers, chasin' chicken
Kenny Powers, chasin' chicken

Kenny Powers, chasin' chicken

Right, fresh cut from buddy I'm lookin' handsome
A zip from Bubsie a ? from Branson
Fresh threads like I came from the mansion
Old bucks my nigga, Terrel Brandon
Lampin', eyes closed I'm plantin'
My momma lianese you know she do the damn thing
Right, this is sour diesel audio
Bag it up, roll up my sleeves, let the Roly show
I got the plug my little bruh I got the juice
You're cheesin' in the corner like we playin' who are you
Wanna be soldiers, we ain't lookin' for a crew
See y'all in the streets and y'all niggas ?
What it do silly wabbits
Twitter artists, silly rappers
Hah, I hear the chatter in the background
Don't make a kush god ? smack down

[Chorus]

Right, early bird get the worm
He has risen, time to burn
Like, how you make it cloudin' on a sunny day?
Oh you don't know? Shit you niggas 'bout to learn today
Uh, I'm from Harlem nigga, money make
Devil want dower, stick and move like I'm Money May
Uh, I ain't into all the fun and games
Take your ass and get stopped if you wanna play
Run to who? I ain't ever run to you
Shittin' on y'all the only time I'm number two
Turn your back on the real nigga, you fuckin' fool
Talk behind a nigga back, that's a sucker move
Thank God that I'm sucker free
I never acknowledge you niggas publicly
Uh, no more bro-broin' ya
Kick rocks, fuck-boy, nigga nice knowin' ya

[Chorus x2]

Overall Meaning

In the song "Kenny Powers" by Smoke DZA, the chorus emphasizes the hard work and perseverance required to achieve success. The phrase "chasin' chicken" is repeated and refers to the pursuit of money and success, which can be exhausting and all-consuming. The mention of Sour Diesel audio showcases the artist's appreciation for cannabis and how it can aid in the creative process. Additionally, the line "I got the plug my little bruh I got the juice" suggests the artist has connections and access to resources that can help him achieve his goals. He takes pride in not needing a crew or relying on others and instead relies on his own ability to chase success.

Throughout the rest of the song, Smoke DZA references his upbringing in Harlem and how it has influenced his work ethic and desire for financial stability. He also calls out those who talk behind others' backs or don't work as hard as he does. The line "Thank God that I'm sucker free" is particularly noteworthy as it suggests the artist is proud to have avoided falling into any traps or being taken advantage of.

Line by Line Meaning

You already know how the story go
You should already be aware of how this type of situation typically plays out

Hope you on your grind, save all your dough
I hope you are working hard and saving all of your money

Uh, this is sour diesel audio
This song has a distinct sound that is similar to the strain of marijuana called Sour Diesel

I'm on the strip like Miami or Memorial
Just like in Miami or the Memorial area of Washington D.C., I am on a busy street trying to make money

Right, chasin' chicken
I am chasing money, like a chicken running around with its head cut off

Kenny Powers, chasin' chicken
This line is a reference to Kenny Powers, a character from the TV show 'Eastbound & Down', who also chased money relentlessly

Right, fresh cut from buddy I'm lookin' handsome
I just got a fresh haircut from my friend, and I now feel very good looking

A zip from Bubsie a ? from Branson
I just bought a bag of marijuana from my friend Bubsie, and I also got something else (it is unclear what this is) from another friend in Branson

Fresh threads like I came from the mansion
I am wearing nice and new clothes that make it look like I came from a wealthy family's mansion

Old bucks my nigga, Terrel Brandon
I am carrying old $100 bills that have a basketball player named Terrel Brandon on them

Lampin', eyes closed I'm plantin'
I am relaxing and enjoying myself, with my eyes closed, while smoking marijuana

My momma lianese you know she do the damn thing
My mother is from a region of Italy called Lianese, and she is known for being very capable and successful

Right, this is sour diesel audio
Once again, this line is emphasizing the unique sound of this song

Bag it up, roll up my sleeves, let the Roly show
I am preparing the marijuana to be smoked, by putting it in a bag, and then rolling up my sleeves to show off my expensive watch (a Rolex)

I got the plug my little bruh I got the juice
I have a connection to buy large amounts of drugs (the plug), and I also have influence (the juice)

You're cheesin' in the corner like we playin' who are you
You are smiling and acting like you are important, when in reality, you are not very significant or well-known

Wanna be soldiers, we ain't lookin' for a crew
We are not interested in having a large group of followers (a crew), especially if they are not truly committed to what we are doing

See y'all in the streets and y'all niggas ?
This line is unclear, as the question mark indicates that the word was unclear in the audio

What it do silly wabbits
This is a playful phrase, where the rapper is asking what is going on with his friends, in a humorous way

Twitter artists, silly rappers
There are many people online (on Twitter) who call themselves artists and rappers, but their skills are not very impressive or authentic

Hah, I hear the chatter in the background
I can hear people talking behind my back, and gossiping about me (in the background)

Don't make a kush god ? smack down
This line is unclear, as the question mark indicates that the word was unclear in the audio

Right, early bird get the worm
This phrase means that if you wake up and start working early, you will have more success than those who sleep in

He has risen, time to burn
This line is a reference to Jesus, who also rose early in the morning, and to the fact that it is time to smoke marijuana (burn)

Like, how you make it cloudin' on a sunny day?
This line is asking how someone can be smoking so much marijuana that it creates a smokey cloud, even on a clear and sunny day

Oh you don't know? Shit you niggas 'bout to learn today
If you do not already know something, you are about to be taught and learn it today

Uh, I'm from Harlem nigga, money make
I am from the neighborhood of Harlem, where the pursuit of money is very important and celebrated

Devil want dower, stick and move like I'm Money May
There are many negative influences in life (represented by the devil) that want me to fail, but I will keep moving forward and avoiding their traps, like the boxer Floyd Mayweather avoids punches

Uh, I ain't into all the fun and games
I am not interested in simply having fun and playing around, when there is important work to be done

Take your ass and get stopped if you wanna play
If you try to play around with me, or cause trouble, you will likely get into some kind of trouble or get caught by the authorities

Run to who? I ain't ever run to you
If you are trying to get away from me, or run to someone for help, I do not care, as I have never needed to do that myself

Shittin' on y'all the only time I'm number two
I am so successful and dominant, that the only time I am seen as lower than someone else, is when I am literally defecating (number two)

Turn your back on the real nigga, you fuckin' fool
If you choose to ignore or betray someone who is truly genuine and trustworthy (a real nigga), you are a foolish person

Talk behind a nigga back, that's a sucker move
If you speak poorly of someone behind their back, and are not willing to confront them directly, you are acting cowardly and disrespectfully (a sucker move)

Thank God that I'm sucker free
I am grateful that I am not someone who acts cowardly or dishonestly (a sucker)

I never acknowledge you niggas publicly
I do not give attention or recognition to people who do not deserve it, especially in a public setting

Uh, no more bro-broin' ya
I am no longer going to act friendly and brotherly towards someone who does not deserve my kindness or trust

Kick rocks, fuck-boy, nigga nice knowin' ya
I want you to get lost and leave me alone, as you are an untrustworthy person who I no longer want to associate with

[Chorus]
This is the repetition of the chorus, which is a reminder of the overall message and theme of the song

[Chorus x2]
This is the chorus being repeated twice, to make sure that the listener understands the theme and message of the song very clearly

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