On February 10, 2009 the Lonely Island's debut record "Incredibad" was released. It includes most of the SNL Digital Shorts as well as new songs featuring E-40, Julian Casablancas, Beck, Jack Black, and Norah Jones.
On their YouTube channel, The Lonely Island announced an upcoming album on October 28, 2010, which would be released in the spring of 2011. On December 18, 2010, the SNL Digital Short was the official music video of "I Just Had Sex" (featuring Akon), the first single off the album.
On January 29, 2011, the group debuted "The Creep" featuring Nicki Minaj and a cameo by filmmaker John Waters, on SNL and YouTube. On March 15, 2011, Direct Current Music reported that the album would be named Turtleneck & Chain and would be released on May 10, 2011. On April 1, 2011, The Lonely Island appeared as guests on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, where they premiered the lead track, "We're Back!", as well as the new album cover. On April 19, 2011, the group released "Motherlover" featuring Justin Timberlake as the fourth single from the album. This song was last featured on season 34 of SNL.
The group held a fundraiser to promote their new album on April 16, 2011. This event was at Amoeba Music in Berkeley, California. There were only 250 tickets available, and the only way to obtain a ticket was to preorder their album. They hosted a Q&A session and an autograph session. Shortly after, "Motherlover" was released on iTunes. On May 7, they released a new track, "Jack Sparrow", featuring Michael Bolton. Turtleneck & Chain was both Emmy and Grammy nominated (for Best Comedy Album).
On January 26, 2013, the group released a new single on iTunes and Google Music, "YOLO" featuring Adam Levine and Kendrick Lamar. They also released a music video on their YouTube channel which revealed a new album was coming in 2013. On May 4th they announced that their new album will be called The Wack Album, also releasing its cover art and confirming that it will include people they have worked with in the past such as Justin Timberlake and Lady Gaga and some new collaborators like Billie Joe Armstrong and Adam Levine. They also stated that each week until the album comes out they will release a new song or video from the album on each Wednesday called "Wack Wednesdays." The album was released on June 11, 2013.
Legalize It
The Lonely Island Lyrics
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Words and truth
One fine evening on the sandy coast
The feeling was irie 'round the drum circle
When the wisest Rasta I ever saw
Gently joined us and sang of Jah
Roots and culture seeped from his bones
So I took a righteous drag
It was the best sensi that I ever had
And then I felt the chills run up my back
"My good man, tell me what was that?"
He said "my friend, you just smoked crack"
You just smoked crack
Ooh, crack
(You just smoked)
I just smoked crack (oh, my God)
It felt fucking great (this is amazing)
I thought it was marijuana, oh yeah
But now it's too fucking late (I can't come back down)
I love crack (holy shit)
And now I am invincible (fuck yeah)
If anyone tries to take my crack
I'll kill them on principle
Some call crack bazooka
Others call it base
But no matter what name you call it
It's the best invention ever by the human race
The government spread lies about it
They say that it is no fun but
On that glass shell I sucky
Sucky-sucky-sucky-til the crack is gone
Now we should legalize it
Legalize it
Set the people free and legalize
We should legalize crack
So that I can smoke it all (I can see God)
You can borrow it from your neighbors
Or buy it at the local mall
(Legalize crack)
I love crack
And I know it loves me (more fire)
So if you try to take my crack
You better fucking kill me
Thank you kind rasta
For showing me the way
Goodbye ganja
My crack is here to stay
The lyrics to The Lonely Island's song "Legalize It" depict a humorous and satirical perspective on drug use, specifically focusing on crack cocaine. The song begins with a narrator recalling a pleasant experience on a sandy coast, where they encounter a wise Rasta who introduces them to a joint and describes it as marijuana. Unbeknownst to the singer, it turns out to be crack cocaine, and they immediately become infatuated with the drug, expressing their love for it and declaring themselves invincible. The lyrics also criticize the government's campaign against crack, suggesting that it should be legalized for personal use.
The song's lyrics are intentionally absurd and exaggerated, using humor to convey a message about the dangers and allure of drug addiction. Through the singer's misguided perception and fascination with crack, the song highlights the destructive nature of substance abuse, while also parodying society's attitudes towards drug legalization.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh yeah, oh yeah
Expressing enthusiasm and agreement
Words and truth
The power of language and honesty
One fine evening on the sandy coast
Describing a pleasant scene by the beach
The feeling was irie 'round the drum circle
The atmosphere was relaxed and enjoyable
When the wisest Rasta I ever saw
Encountering a knowledgeable Rastafarian
Gently joined us and sang of Jah
Participating in a spiritual and musical experience
Roots and culture seeped from his bones
Deeply connected to his heritage and values
He took out a spliff and said "pass 'dis around"
Prompting to share a rolled cannabis cigarette
So I took a righteous drag
Taking a satisfying puff
It was the best sensi that I ever had
Referring to high-quality marijuana
And then I felt the chills run up my back
Experiencing an intense sensation
"My good man, tell me what was that?"
Curious about the substance
He said "my friend, you just smoked crack"
Revealing the unexpected truth about the substance
You just smoked crack
Reiterating the fact of smoking crack
Ooh, crack
Expressing shock and surprise
(You just smoked)
Emphasizing the act of smoking crack
I just smoked crack (oh, my God)
Reacting with shock and disbelief
It felt fucking great (this is amazing)
Expressing pleasure and excitement
I thought it was marijuana, oh yeah
Initial mistaken assumption about the substance
But now it's too fucking late (I can't come back down)
Regretting the irreversible consequences
I love crack (holy shit)
Admitting affection towards crack cocaine
And now I am invincible (fuck yeah)
Feeling unstoppable and empowered
If anyone tries to take my crack
Warning against attempts to confiscate the substance
I'll kill them on principle
The extreme stance to protect crack possession
Some call crack bazooka
Referring to crack cocaine by a nickname
Others call it base
An alternative name for the drug
But no matter what name you call it
Regardless of the terminology used
It's the best invention ever by the human race
Expressing extreme admiration for crack cocaine
The government spread lies about it
Claiming that authorities propagate false information
They say that it is no fun but
Disagreeing with the government's negative portrayal
On that glass shell I sucky
Engaging in the act of smoking crack from a pipe
Sucky-sucky-sucky-til the crack is gone
Emphasizing the continuous use of the drug
Now we should legalize it
Advocating for the legalization of crack cocaine
Legalize it
Supporting the call to make it legal
Set the people free and legalize
Granting freedom and acceptance through legalization
We should legalize crack
Arguing for the legalization of crack cocaine
So that I can smoke it all (I can see God)
Desiring unlimited access to the drug
You can borrow it from your neighbors
Suggesting sharing within the community
Or buy it at the local mall
Proposing open availability and retail options
(Legalize crack)
Reiterating the call for crack legalization
I love crack
Professing affection for crack cocaine
And I know it loves me (more fire)
Feeling a mutual connection and desire
So if you try to take my crack
Warning against attempting to confiscate the substance
You better fucking kill me
Expressing unwavering dedication to protecting crack
Thank you kind rasta
Expressing gratitude towards the Rastafarian
For showing me the way
Acknowledging the Rasta's guidance
Goodbye ganja
Saying farewell to marijuana
My crack is here to stay
Asserting the permanence of the crack cocaine use
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JACOB PLANT, AKIVA SCHAFFER, JORMA TACCONE, ANDY SAMBERG
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
john doe
Jesus H......who transcribed these lyrics?
Some corrections:
The feeling was IRIE around the drum circle
Gently joined us and SANG OF Jah
It was the best SENSIE that I ever had (as in Sensimillia)
Some call crack bazooka Others call it BASE (as in Freebase. Come on!)
On that glass dic* SHALL I sucky
Really poor transcription, fella.
MaRaX93
I'll never forget when I first heard this song, we were watching the movie with my friend and were high as fuck. After it was done we wanted to check out the songs that didn't make it in the movie, and we put this on. The way it starts with the rasta melody and the name didn't give the punchline away at all, I remember when he started talking about the crack I couldn't breathe from the laughter.
Nameless_Channel
โI can see Godโ that made me crack up holy shit this is fucking gold ๐๐
Taze Cardy
This is exactly what it promises. Perfect. How can you dislike this?
Trulstei
This movie was awesome, no debate
Captain Contraverse
Jan Michael Vincent dayum Scrooge
Captain Contraverse
Jan Michael Vincent the plot was reuniting the style boys
Captain Contraverse
Jan Michael Vincent no way it was wasted potential, the soundtrack was fuckn mint, the fact that they had main stream artist fan boying over the style boys, and the ending with Micheal Bolton...it was incredible
Captain Contraverse
Jan Michael Vincent the comment above^^๐๐คฃ๐
Captain Contraverse
Not a lot of people realized it was a parody and itโs sad
MrMoneyclips
This film is hidden gem status. Officially.