Herbman Hustling
Sugar Minott Lyrics


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Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
Bright an' early in the morning
Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
I know Sgt Werry is waiting
Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
I know it's my neck I'm risking
Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
But you see that's my daily living

Jump inna minivan we gone ah country
Lef' fi we wife an' we hungry pickney
Jump inna minivan we gone ah country
Lef' fi me wife an' we hungry pickney

We hav' fi travel over hills an' valley
Jus' fi find dis'ya good, good sensi
We hav' fi travel over hills an' valley
Jus' to find dis'ya good, good sensi

Wrap up a draw fi de lawyer
Wrap up a draw fi commissioner
Wrap up a draw fi de doctor
Wrap up a draw fi natty binghi dread, alright

Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
Bright an' early in the morning
Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
I know Sgt Brown is waiting
Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
I know it's my neck I'm risking
Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
But you see that's my daily living

Dollar a stalk, boom, ah ten dollar a pound, sir
You have a hundred dollar, you get a weight
When you smoke dis'ya one
You jus' ah tear off me gate
You jus' ah tear off me gate, alright

Smoke sensi and you smoke lambs bread
An' when you smoke it once, you come back again
An' when you come back again, you bring out you friends, oh yes

So herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
Bright an' early in the morning
Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
I know Sgt Brown is waiting
Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
But you see that's my daily living
Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
I know it's my neck I'm risking

Wrap up a draw fi de lawyer
Wrap up a draw fi commissioner
Wrap up a draw fi me doctor
Wrap up a draw fi me idren Wombles, alright

Jump inna minivan me gone ah country
Lef' fi we wife an' we hungry pickney
We hav' fi travel over hills an' valley
Jus' fi find dis'ya good, good sensi
The good, good sensi, alright

So gimme gimme good sensemilla (hey)
A-gimme good sensemilla
Me hear seh it good fi de cancer (hey)
So gimme good sensemilla

So dis ah herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
Bright an' early in the morning
Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
I say, I know Sgt Brown is waiting
Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
And I know it's my neck I'm risking
Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
But you see that's my daily living

Oh yeah, herbman hustling
Alright
Ahh

Sometimes it's green an' sometimes it shine
But anywhere de sensi deh, ah it me hav' fi find
Oh Jah Jah, guide I outta trap
Nuh mek I end up inna roadblock, roadblock, oh no

So dis ah herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
Bright an' early in the morning




Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
I know Sgt Werry is waitin.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Herbman Hustling" by Sugar Minott tell the story of a herbman, or a marijuana seller, who engages in the risky and challenging activity of selling herbs early in the morning. Despite the potential dangers of dealing with law enforcement and risking his own safety, this is the herbman's way of making a living. The reference to meeting Sgt Werry and Sgt Brown highlights the constant threat of being caught by the police, but the herbman continues his hustle because it is his daily reality.


The herbman describes his routine of traveling to the countryside in a minivan to find the best quality marijuana, leaving behind his family and children who are in need. He emphasizes the lengths he goes to in order to obtain the "good sensi," suggesting that this is a crucial part of his livelihood. The herbman wraps up portions of marijuana for different individuals such as lawyers, commissioners, doctors, and fellow Rastafarians, showcasing the widespread demand and usage of the herb in various circles.


The lyrics also delve into the economic aspect of the herb trade, mentioning the pricing and exchange of marijuana. The herbman highlights how smoking sensi can lead to a delightful experience, compelling people to come back for more and even share the enjoyment with their friends. This further underlines the social aspect of marijuana consumption and its ability to bring people together in a shared experience.


The song emphasizes the herbman's dedication to his trade despite the risks involved and the constant surveillance by law enforcement. The herbman sees selling herbs as not just a method of making money but also as a way to provide a valuable product that offers medicinal benefits, as referenced with the mention of it being good for cancer. Despite the challenges and potential obstacles, the herbman remains committed to his hustle, guided by his faith in Jah Jah (God) to protect him from getting caught in roadblocks and traps set by authorities. Overall, the lyrics of "Herbman Hustling" shed light on the struggles, risks, and rewards associated with the herb trade and the resilience of those involved in this underground economy.




Writer(s): Robbie Shakespeare, Sly Dunbar, Robbie Lyn, Sugar Minott

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@kelvyndg

Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
Bright an' early in the morning
Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
I know Sgt Werry is waiting
Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
I know it's my neck I'm risking
Herb-a dis ah herbman hustling
But you see that's my daily living

Jump inna minivan we gone ah country
Lef' fi we wife an' we hungry pickney
Jump inna minivan we gone ah country
Lef' fi me wife an' we hungry pickney

We hav' fi travel over hills an' valley
Jus' fi find dis'ya good, good sensi
We hav' fi travel over hills an' valley
Jus' to find dis'ya good, good sensi

Wrap up a draw fi de lawyer
Wrap up a draw fi commissioner
Wrap up a draw fi de doctor
Wrap up a draw fi natty binghi dread, alright



All comments from YouTube:

@daveepelone6221

Negril, April '88 -- first trip to Jamaica. This track was hot and playing everywhere, we bought mix tapes from Wayne on the beach and got it. Years later I figured out who it was and what album and bought the CD. Red Stripe in hand all day and the good sensi

@marciadowden4988

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@LuizCampos.CaipiraArmorial

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@mattiemeredith9764

10/31/2023 N STILL LISTENING โค

@ruthdixon7807

a superb example of how, on planet reggae, digital didn't have to mean dismal.

@beccasmith723

Favorite tune. Way ahead of it's time ! Rip Suga Bugga

@ladyclarke9903

Haven't heard this song since 1980! Now #2020! โœŠ๐Ÿ‘Š๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ

Take positive steps to make your honest daily bread!๐Ÿ™

@Britishwisdom

me too, Sugar Minot Rip. what a legend x

@Sirbanson100

Oh yeah, i know what those beautiful memories do to one.
Nice one you found it again.
I too, only recently found a reggae track I heard 30 years earlier.
And thanks about that your latter good piece of advice.

@kirkpeters3923

This was released in 1984. so, you meant you haven't heard it since '84 not '80.

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