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)

Nine
Smoke DZA Lyrics

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In life, God made two types of niggas
He made stand up guys and stick up kids
Yeah, yeah, that’s right
He made trill niggas and he made fuck niggas
Oh yeah
At the end of the day it’s really up to you
To decide what type of nigga you want to be
Want to be a man or a mouse

Stay alive, get money, really them my goals
Real nigga, streets took ten I know
Good niggas, heart turned semi-cold
Kill or be killed nigga, friend or foe
Police clapping niggas everywhere I go
Stay alert at all times, even when I toast
Smoking on a bomb or
Something like Lennox rolled
Kush God burn a whole seven then I rose
Might go shopping when I’m in my rogue
Don’t be alarmed
I’m just in my mode and all that
I’m stoned, I’m off wax
I’m blowed, it’s all facts
They holding nutsacks, I told ‘em fall back
Like all the way the fuck back
This that fully in the glove rap
Hoody while a thug rap
Your opinion, you can tuck that
Cause I do it for the stoners
And they love that mobster tales
Anger, steaks, and lobster tails
Lead me, fuck a freebie, you a preemie
You are not for real i’m cozy, sipping Rosé
I ain’t even got the time
‘Fore you try me, change your mind
Cause I’m rollin’ with that nine

I said I’m rollin’ ‘round with my nine
Rollin’ ‘round with my nine
Keep my mind up on my money
Keep that money on my mind
I said I’m rollin’ ‘round with my nine
Rollin’ ‘round with my nine
‘Cause these stick up kids is lurking
‘Cause they out here tryna shine
I said I’m rollin’ ‘round with my nine
Rollin’ ‘round with my nine
Keep my mind up on my money
Keep that money on my mind
I said I’m rollin’ ‘round with my nine
Rollin’ ‘round with my nine
‘Cause these stick up kids is lurking
‘Cause they out here tryna shine
I said I’m rollin’ ‘round with my nine

Accurate, give a nigga the beats like Madlib
Let my little homies catch rap
Have the block sounding
Like ScHoolboy’s adlibs you know the cue
Fronting and you broke, you oh for two
Bow down nigga, what you ‘posed to do
‘Round hustlers niggas don’t notice you
I’m a D-boy, you a decoy detach and destroy
You D-League, I’m D Will
Dead body, I keep chill
I do this off memory, fly you could never be
Make a movie in these
Unreleased joints like Spike
No Nike ID activity
Eating chicken francese in Italy
Not Eat-aly, Italy stay on my J-O
Been around the world like Carmen San Diego
Came from nothing, how could I fail yo?
I’m blessed my nigga, I say that all the time
For you try it, change your mind
Cause I’m rollin’ with my nine

I said I’m rollin’ ‘round with my nine
Rollin’ ‘round with my nine
Keep my mind up on my money
Keep that money on my mind
I said I’m rollin’ ‘round with my nine
Rollin’ ‘round with my nine
‘Cause these stick up kids is lurking
‘Cause they out here tryna shine
I said I’m rollin’ ‘round with my nine
Rollin’ ‘round with my nine
Keep my mind up on my money
Keep that money on my mind
I said I’m rollin’ ‘round with my nine
Rollin’ ‘round with my nine
‘Cause these stick up kids is lurking

‘Cause they out here tryna shine
I said I’m rollin’ ‘round with my nine

Overall Meaning

In "Nine," Smoke DZA and A$AP Rocky contemplate the two types of people in the world: stand-up guys and stick-up kids. The former are those who make an honest living, honor their commitments and have integrity, while the latter are thieves who seek to take what they haven't earned. The artists use this contrast as a catalyst to examine their own lives, reflecting on the importance of staying true to one's values and goals, no matter what the world throws in your path. DZA and A$AP both want to stay alive and get money, but they also acknowledge the challenges and danger that come with pursuing success in a world that can be hostile to those who don’t conform.

The lyrics of "Nine" exude gritty realism and honest self-reflection, with both artists discussing their experiences of navigating the streets and choosing to maintain their principles. DZA confesses that he’s a "Kush God" and enjoys smoking, but he knows that he must stay alert to protect himself from violence. Meanwhile, A$AP describes himself as a seasoned hustler, detailing his worldwide travels and how far he’s come from his humble beginnings. Both artists acknowledge that they carry guns to protect themselves and their livelihoods, but they also recognize the devastating consequences of violence and the importance of not crossing the line into becoming a "stick-up kid."

In summary, "Nine" is a reflection on the two types of people in the world and the importance of staying true to oneself in a challenging environment. It highlights the complexities of navigating the streets while trying to make an honest living and recognizes the need for vigilance and self-awareness in order to survive.

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