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)
No Wheaties
Smoke DZA Lyrics
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Sweetness on the beat that Walter Payton flow
On track to be the best, what you pacing fo'?
Call plays, step back, pump fake and throw
Who dat? Drew Breezin' down the field?
The document is monumental shit, reel to reel
No huddle game plannin', my
Form outstanding, most haters commentators call them Pat Buchanans
Swinging lane to lane, gripping grain like a battle ax
Camera man, capture the future like it's here for me
While these cheerleaders cheer for me
We too hard to be crushed
Too gone to be stuck
Too fly to be touched
Too much to be us
So we, just let em do they thing
Cause we something like the A-team
And I ain't talking about they team
I'm talking Super Bowl great team
Undefeated all season
Champion shit, no Wheaties
Greetings
Greatest '72 Dolphins, 2010 Saints
We doing what they ain't
Say it ain't so
Double back, what you came for
Tryna mango matter fact where your bankrolls?
Make them niggas pay like T.O
Mike Irving with the lines, fuck niggas get your grind
Niggas know I get it in, Vince Lombardi
Award recipient, nigga DZA track flippa
That nigga like LT, run through competition smell me
Coming at you 3-D, betta' eat ya Wheaties
Brett Favre, I go hard, it's too easy
We too hard to be crushed
Too gone to be stuck
Too fly to be touched
Too much to be us
So we, just let em do they thing
Cause we something like the A-team
And I ain't talking about they team
I'm talking Super Bowl great team
Undefeated all season
Champion shit, no Wheaties
Greetings
Yea, John Taylor, just as nice as Jerry Rice
Still dump Gatorade on the coach and rock this ring
For the "un" let's sing, ya done ya thing
I seen it all from the bleachers, schoolin' them
Giving lesson plans to the teachers
All from behind the scenes
Pulling strings, out for one thing
Al Davis's just win babies, Lost Ark Raiders
At the airport early rocking the latest
From one of my two clothing lines, that's product placement
Ice cubes in my pocket too many drive Elway style I got this
We too hard to be crushed
Too gone to be stuck
Too fly to be touched
Too much to be us
So we, just let em do they thing
Cause we something like the A-team
And I ain't talking about they team
I'm talking Super Bowl great team
Undefeated all season
Champion shit, no Wheaties
Greetings
In Smoke DZA's "No Wheaties" song, he speaks of being the "epitome of greatness," likening himself to legendary football players. He compares his rap flow to that of running back Walter Payton. He also mentions quarterback Drew Brees, the '72 Dolphins, and the 2010 Saints. Smoke DZA raps about being too hard to be crushed, too fly to be touched, and too much to be ignored. He brags about his skills as a rapper and likens himself to famous football players, saying that he makes it look easy, like Brett Favre.
The song is full of football references and metaphors, but the primary message is one of excellence and accomplishment. Smoke DZA sees himself as a champion, and he won't settle for less. He's too talented and too driven to be held back by anyone. He's the "un," and he's done his thing, declaring that he's the best in the game.
Line by Line Meaning
The epitome of greatness, face it, no one plays it close
I am the very best at what I do, and nobody else comes close to matching my skill.
Sweetness on the beat that Walter Payton flow
The beat of this song is smooth and flowing like the style of legendary football player Walter Payton.
On track to be the best, what you pacing fo'?
I am focused and determined to become the absolute best in my field, and I don't need to waste time being nervous or unsure.
Call plays, step back, pump fake and throw
I have the skill and strategy to make the right moves and outsmart my opponents, just like a skilled quarterback in a football game.
Who dat? Drew Breezin' down the field?
I'm referencing Drew Brees, a talented quarterback in the NFL who's expert at driving his team to victory.
The document is monumental shit, reel to reel
This track is a truly incredible piece of work with amazing potential and greatness.
No huddle game plannin', my
I don't waste any time or effort and work smarter, not harder to achieve success.
Form outstanding, most haters commentators call them Pat Buchanans
I have true talent and skill in my field, unlike those who criticize and try to bring others down.
Doors still slamming on the Cadillac
Despite my success, there are still people who are envious and trying to bring me down.
Swinging lane to lane, gripping grain like a battle ax
I move through the game with confidence and strength, like a warrior brandishing a weapon.
Camera man, capture the future like it's here for me
Photographers and cameramen capture the moments of my success and I know I am destined to achieve even more in the future.
While these cheerleaders cheer for me
I am a true winner and others recognize my greatness, as evidenced by the love and support of my fans and followers.
We too hard to be crushed
No matter what obstacles come our way, we will always be strong enough to overcome them.
Too gone to be stuck
We are so focused on moving forward and achieving our goals that nothing can hold us back or stop us.
Too fly to be touched
We are successful and untouchable, like a bird soaring high in the sky.
Too much to be us
We are truly unique and outstanding, so much so that there's nobody else out there quite like us.
So we, just let em do they thing
We don't need to worry about what others are doing, we're so confident in ourselves that we know we'll always be successful.
Cause we something like the A-team
We're unstoppable and work together like a perfectly coordinated team, like the classic TV show A-Team.
And I ain't talking about they team
I'm not referring to any regular team, because we're so exceptional and unique.
I'm talking Super Bowl great team
Our level of greatness is so high that we're like a winning Super Bowl team.
Undefeated all season
Just like a championship-caliber sports team, we've never lost or been defeated in our quest for success.
Champion shit, no Wheaties
We are winners and champions, but we don't need any recognition or endorsement deals (like the cereal Wheaties) to prove it.
Greetings
This is just a casual sign-off or way to end the song.
Yea, John Taylor, just as nice as Jerry Rice
I'm referencing two great football players and saying that John Taylor is almost as good as Jerry Rice was.
Still dump Gatorade on the coach and rock this ring
Even after all our success, we still celebrate and enjoy the fun traditions of winning a championship (like dumping Gatorade on the coach and wearing rings in honor of the victory).
For the 'un' let's sing, ya done ya thing
Let's show appreciation and recognition for those who may not have achieved as much success as us yet - they've still accomplished a lot and should be celebrated.
I seen it all from the bleachers, schoolin' them
I've watched other people achieve success (from the sidelines, as if I was sitting in the bleachers) and have learned from their accomplishments to improve my own skills.
Giving lesson plans to the teachers
I have so much knowledge and expertise to offer that even the teachers and experts in my field can learn from me.
All from behind the scenes
I may not always be front and center or in the spotlight, but I'm still working hard and contributing to achieve success.
Pulling strings, out for one thing
I'm making connections and using my influence to achieve my ultimate goal of greatness and success.
Al Davis's just win babies, Lost Ark Raiders
I'm referencing a famous quote from a football coach and comparing his team to the fictional Lost Ark Raiders, both emphasizing their singular focus on winning.
At the airport early rocking the latest
I'm always on top of the latest trends and fashions in my industry, even when I'm traveling and on the go.
From one of my two clothing lines, that's product placement
I am so successful and well-known that I have my own clothing lines, and I don't mind promoting them in my music or other work.
Ice cubes in my pocket too many drive Elway style I got this
I'm so confident and successful that I can keep a cool head even in high-pressure situations, just like legendary quarterback John Elway.
Contributed by Aubrey T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kennythevillain
Used to listen to this all time in middle school on bus. Classic
@ftyropek
This song isn’t even a year old did you just graduate
@kennythevillain
@@ftyropek this whole project was one of his first mixtapes. It came out a long time ago. Its just the mixtape released on streaming in 2020
@ftyropek
Oh really? I actually didn’t know that it sounds newer than it is then
@ftyropek
@@kennythevillain it said release date was 2020 so I thought it was new
@kennythevillain
@@ftyropek all good 👍
@Trussme96
I miss delivering food and bumping this track on repeat at night.
@godnotavailable2094
Forever underrated mixtape. One of the best rap albums of all time.
@brianhlp30
another classic for the Cadillac
@th3rd3arplan3tradio
Spitta, dza & krit been in it for a cool minute, glad to see them living out their dreams & doing what they love to do without the major labels.