He began rapping in 2017 as Lil Yeat, and, after a slew of singles, released his first EP, Deep Blue Strips, in late 2018. In 2019, Yeat would gain further publicity after “Stay Up,” the lead single off his second project and first mixtape, Wake Up Call, received a music video on the popular YouTube channel ELEVATOR.
Smith released Different Creature, a collaborative EP with Dutch producer Clibbo, on July 18, 2019, to positive feedback. Yeat garnered further attention after dropping his second mixtape, I’m So Me, at the conclusion of the year, collaborating with popular producers like Wheezy, Brandon Finessin, and 10Fifty, among others. Yeat continued to gain traction throughout 2020, releasing two EPs meant to hold fans over until Different Creature 2. The project was scrapped as he worked through label issues before becoming independent in 2021.
Fully in control of his output, Yeat began releasing a barrage of music, including twenty-track albums and countless singles. Yeat saw a major jump in support after his song “Sorry Bout That” blew up on TikTok. Subsequent hits like “Money Twerk” and “Get Busy” as well as a shout-out from Drake helped reinforce his newfound success. On August 5, 2021, Yeat released his newest EP, Trëndi.
In late 2021, Yeat would release his most popular album Up 2 Më and then would later drop 2 Älive and its deluxe, 2 Alivë (Geëk Pack)
On September 9th, 2022, Yeat dropped his highly anticipated EP, Lyfë, which had a feature from Lil Uzi Vert and collaborations with producers such as BNYX and collective Working On Dying.
On February 19th, 2023, Yeat posted a tracklist for Lyfë's deluxe version AftërLyfe on his Instagram story. On February 24th, 2023, AftërLyfe was released with a feature from YoungBoy Never Broke Again and more collaborations with BNYX, Working On Dying, dulio and more prominent producers.
Pit Stop
Yeat Lyrics
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I don't know what I'm talkin bout, fuck it
That's like pit stop, you know
I'm so high, got me sick
I'm so high, got me sick
So high it got me sick (yeah)
You know I just want the percs, some alcohol
Hell you need? It’s a drug party
Bring your friends inside here
Maybe it's too much information
Maybe it's too much that I'm spacin'
Maybe it's too much that I don’t think right
Maybe should I ever just stop
At the green light
Is this life? am I living right?
Should I put a new in my sprite tonight
Its the problems in my head, I won’t lie
Why the fuck so many damn questions, man
I don’t even know why
Am I really that special? Am I
Really that one of a kind?
Em deen uoy taht yas ll'uoy taht retfa
Dna yek a dnif tsrif ll'uoy
Yek a dnif ll'uoy tsrif tub
Em rof gnillaf uoy wonk I
Ees I smеlborp eht lla wonk uoy
Em htiw evol ni llef yеht
Taht dias snomed ym dna
Em raeh uoy dias reve uoy ecno
In the beginning of the song "Pit Stop" by Yeat, he starts off by expressing a sense of confusion and disorientation. He acknowledges that he may not fully understand what he is talking about, but he brushes it off with a carefree attitude, likening it to a pit stop - a brief pause in the journey. This can be interpreted as Yeat feeling lost and disconnected, possibly from his surroundings or from himself, and using substances to cope with these feelings.
The chorus of the song revolves around Yeat being under the influence and feeling both physically and mentally affected by it. He repeats the line "I'm so high, got me sick" multiple times, indicating that the intensity of the high is overwhelming and causing him discomfort. Despite this, he lists a combination of substances he desires - "percs, some alcohol, the fucking weed, with the lean", setting the stage for a drug-fueled party atmosphere. The mention of bringing friends in and the mention of it being a "drug party" paints a picture of escapism and recklessness.
As the song progresses, Yeat reflects on his state of mind and questions his actions and choices. He ponders whether the information he is processing is too much for him, if he is thinking clearly, and if he should pause and reevaluate ("Maybe should I ever just stop at the green light"). He delves into existential thoughts about his existence and purpose, wondering if he is living life correctly and if he is truly unique or special in any way. These introspective lines showcase Yeat's inner turmoil and his struggle to make sense of his life and decisions amidst the chaos.
The final lines of the song take a cryptic turn, with reversed vocals that add to the surreal and disorienting atmosphere. The reversed message seems to suggest a sense of duality and reflection, encouraging the listener to ponder their own actions and thoughts. It reinforces the themes of confusion, self-doubt, and the search for meaning that run throughout the song. Overall, "Pit Stop" delves deep into the psyche of Yeat, exploring themes of substance abuse, escapism, introspection, and existential questioning, all set against a backdrop of hazy, drug-induced experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
You know what I'm talkin' bout, I don't-
I don't know what I'm talking about, screw it
That's like pit stop, you know
It's like a pit stop, you know
I'm so high, got me sick
Being so high is making me feel ill
So high it got me sick (yeah)
Being extremely high has made me sick
You know I just want the percs, some alcohol
I just want perks, alcohol, weed, and lean
The fucking weed, with the lean, with the
The weed, lean, and what else?
Hell you need? It’s a drug party
What more do you need? It's a drug party
Bring your friends inside here
Invite your friends inside
Maybe it's too much information
Perhaps it's overwhelming
Maybe it's too much that I'm spacin'
Maybe I'm spacing out too much
Maybe it's too much that I don’t think right
Perhaps I'm not thinking straight
Maybe should I ever just stop
Maybe I should just stop
At the green light
When it's time to go
Is this life? am I living right?
Is this the right way to live?
Should I put a new in my sprite tonight
Should I mix something in my sprite tonight?
Its the problems in my head, I won’t lie
It's the issues in my head, I won't deny
Why the fuck so many damn questions, man
Why so many damn questions, man?
I don’t even know why
I don't even know why
Am I really that special? Am I
Am I truly unique? Am I
Really that one of a kind?
Truly one of a kind?
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twizzy
on Sorry Bout That
The singer is planning to buy a wedding ring for someone named X, likely referring to the late rapper XXXTentacion.
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