Drugs
krs. Lyrics
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We are not the dumb ones
We see how the drugs run
We see were they come from
Governments are selling it
Every day one ton
They declared a war on drugs
But drugs won
Flashlights, canine dogs and crooked copper's
Automatics, tear gas, rams and helicopters
All for marijuana, on the east coast every year
While California selling that high grade everywhere
It's crazy how the east coast considers herb the enemy
While every corner in LA is a dispensary
The country been split on this issue now for a century
Why would a harmless natural herb lead to a felony?
New York needs to catch up
The pace need to pick it up
You know them prosecutors got big spliff litted up
Switch the philosophy think of the economy
Plants, herbs and roots are natures technology
Rum-pum-pum-pum-pum
We are not the dumb ones
We see how the drugs run
We see were they come from
Governments are selling it
Every day one ton
They declared a war on drugs
But drugs won
Rum-pum-pum-pum-pum
We are not the dumb ones
We see how the drugs run
We see were they come from
Governments are selling it
Every day one ton
They declared a war on drugs
But drugs won
People taking risks
'Cause they know that money gon' come
The drug game is global
Paying off twenty to one
Who you telling?
You don't you think these politicians they selling?
Doctors ain't sellin', cops ain't selling
While rocking your melon?
Cop cars smelling like Cali blue dream
In New York brothers like "what do you mean?"
I mean switch the velocity
Think of the economy
Plants, herbs and roots are natures technology
Rum-pum-pum-pum-pum
We are not the dumb ones
We see how the drugs run
We see were they come from
Governments are selling it
Every day one ton
They declared a war on drugs
But drugs won
Brothers on that lock down
Sisters in that lock up
Things were good in the hood
Till them D's popped up
Brothers getting shot up, 'cause the systems unjust
Segregated justice
It's just them and just us
Cops roam around like a gang tryna jump us
Into the plantation prisons they wanna dump us
'Cause they're really prisons for the poor
It's about the money, not the drugs
That's what I'm getting handcuffed for
It ain't about the law, it ain't about the crime
'Cause banks are paying fines for their crimes all the time
Huh it's a setup, switch the philosophy
Plants, herbs and roots are natures technology
Rum-pum-pum-pum-pum
We are not the dumb ones
We see how the drugs run
We see were they come from
Governments are selling it
Every day one ton
They declared a war on drugs
But drugs won
Rum-pum-pum-pum-pum
We are not the dumb ones
We see how the drugs run
We see were they come from
Governments are selling it
Every day one ton
They declared a war on drugs
But drugs won
The lyrics of krs.’s song “Drugs” explore the issue of drugs and how they are perceived and dealt with in modern society. The singer states that they are not naive to the reality of drugs and how they operate. Governments, as per the lyrics, are selling drugs and despite declaring a war on drugs, they have been unable to win. The lyrics then dive into the issue of marijuana, how it is treated differently on the East coast versus California, and how it should be viewed as a natural herb rather than an enemy.
The singer then talks about the global drug trade and how it pays off big time. They mention that politicians are involved in the selling of drugs, along with the police and doctors. The lyrics speak of the injustice present in the system - brothers and sisters being locked up, shot up unjustly, and something that was once considered harmless now being considered a criminal offense. The issue is not about law and crime, but rather just money, and the singer implores us to switch our philosophy to think of plants, herbs, and roots as nature’s technology instead.
Overall, the lyrics of this song condemn the hypocrisy and injustice present in the war on drugs, and urge society to shift its focus towards more holistic and natural remedies instead.
Line by Line Meaning
Rum-pum-pum-pum-pum
Repeating sound effect used to create a rhythm and emphasize the importance of the following lines.
We are not the dumb ones
We are intelligent individuals who are aware of what is happening in society regarding drugs.
We see how the drugs run
We are aware of how drugs are being distributed and sold in our communities.
We see were they come from
We know the source of these drugs and how they are being manufactured.
Governments are selling it
The government is involved in the drug trade and benefiting from its sale.
Every day one ton
A significant amount of drugs are being sold and distributed daily.
They declared a war on drugs
The government has announced a war on drugs, claiming to be tackling the issue.
But drugs won
Despite the war, drugs continue to be distributed and sold in large quantities.
Flashlights, canine dogs and crooked copper's
Tools used by law enforcement to crack down on drug use and distribution.
Automatics, tear gas, rams and helicopters
Weapons and vehicles also used by law enforcement to combat drug trafficking.
All for marijuana, on the east coast every year
Law enforcement's focus on marijuana crime is high on the east coast of America.
While California selling that high grade everywhere
Marijuana is legal in California and is easily accessible and prevalent in the state.
It's crazy how the east coast considers herb the enemy
It is illogical how law enforcement in the east coast view marijuana as a threat.
While every corner in LA is a dispensary
Marijuana dispensaries are everywhere in Los Angeles.
The country been split on this issue now for a century
The debate around marijuana and drug use has been ongoing in America for a century.
Why would a harmless natural herb lead to a felony?
The criminalization of marijuana is unjustified as it is a natural and harmless herb.
New York needs to catch up
The state of New York needs to update its laws and views on marijuana.
The pace need to pick it up
The state of New York needs to expedite the process of updating their laws.
You know them prosecutors got big spliff litted up
Prosecutors may be using and benefiting from marijuana while charging others for possession.
Switch the philosophy think of the economy
It is time to change our views on drugs and focus on the economic impact of legalizing them.
Plants, herbs and roots are natures technology
Natural substances have the ability to offer benefits and should be utilized in a positive way.
People taking risks
Individuals are taking risks and engaging in the drug trade knowing the financial gain.
'Cause they know that money gon' come
The reward of financial gain outweighs the risk of participating in the drug trade.
The drug game is global
Drug trafficking is an international issue.
Paying off twenty to one
The profit margin of selling drugs is significant, offering great financial gain.
Who you telling?
Do not underestimate the knowledge and understanding of those involved in the drug trade.
You don't you think these politicians they selling?
Politicians may be benefiting financially from the drug trade.
Doctors ain't sellin', cops ain't selling
Medical professionals and law enforcement personnel are not participating in the drug trade.
While rocking your melon?
While enjoying the high effects of marijuana?
Cop cars smelling like Cali blue dream
Even law enforcement may be using and benefiting from marijuana.
In New York brothers like "what do you mean?"
The state of New York is behind California in their acceptance and legalization of marijuana.
Cops roam around like a gang tryna jump us
The actions of law enforcement in some communities are aggressive and threatening, as if they are a gang.
Into the plantation prisons they wanna dump us
The criminal justice system unfairly and disproportionately incarcerates individuals for drug crimes.
'Cause they're really prisons for the poor
Prisons are used to control and oppress the lower socioeconomic class.
It's about the money, not the drugs
The profit margin is the driving force behind the criminalization of drugs, not the actual drugs themselves.
That's what I'm getting handcuffed for
Individuals are being unfairly arrested and charged for drug crimes that should not be considered a criminal offense.
It ain't about the law, it ain't about the crime
The criminalization of drugs is not about breaking the law or committing a crime, but about making money.
'Cause banks are paying fines for their crimes all the time
Banks are often charged with financial crimes and pay penalties, yet individuals are still being arrested and charged for drug crimes.
Huh it's a setup
The criminalization of drugs is a trap and unfair system that individuals fall victim to.
Brothers on that lock down
Individuals are incarcerated for drug crimes and unable to leave prison.
Sisters in that lock up
Women are also incarcerated for drug crimes and unable to leave prison.
Things were good in the hood
The community was peaceful and successful before the criminalization of drugs.
Till them D's popped up
Until law enforcement personnel began to aggressively pursue drug crimes.
Brothers getting shot up, 'cause the systems unjust
Individuals are being killed and harmed because the criminal justice system is unfair and unjust.
Segregated justice
Justice is not evenly distributed, often favoring the wealthy and oppressing the lower socioeconomic class.
It's just them and just us
It is a dividing line between those in power and the marginalized communities suffering the most from the criminalization of drugs.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LAWRENCE PARKER, KRIS PARKER
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