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This level of addiction is frightening. Choosing a substance over your own son... having 50$ and thinking about your score instead of getting your son a toy or something... you lose your soul.
the world we live in. the media will never promote anything that will help the younger generations, most young ones are lost already and only want to hear songs promoting gang, sex, drugs and any other bullshit same as the media that will give this useless songs mass coverage. watch how many views the song has and go check lil pump and kanye shit song
The song and the whole video is ABSOLUTELY touching and honest in so many ways. I could see this being a life-changing & self-reflecting video for some people which make them take a U-turn in life. The emotion in your rapping and especially in your singing brings the song so much more to life. Also, man you rhymed "alcohol" with "law" didn't expect that at all! If you're reading this by any chance, big fan!
TheRussianGenius dope comment man just a think ... alcohol doesn’t really rhyme with law but it’s the words before the ending rhyme which made those words sound like rhyming. If you think about it he is a genius 😂
Was addicted to cocaine and heroin in Detroit Michigan for 12 years I've been clean 6 I now have a little girl and she has never seen me high I lost her mom to preeclampsia she dosent got a mom and it's hard to be a dad from a prison cell I dramatically changed my life and anybody can
Yea...it sux..ihave friend with demons...and kids..it's hard seeing him that way....wasn't there a vid with dmx being put on the spot ..to choose fam or rehab...anyways great song...video was what I pictured
Aint nothin but facts, my brothers. As fire as "Summer on Lock" was, if I'm not wrong it took almost a whole month for the video to reach a million. Sad!
8 years clean. From a former alcoholic and coke addict to hard working father of a 2 year old son. It's the legacy that's keeping me strong. Powerful song mr. Royce. 🙏
Powerful song. I started doing cocaine at age 14. Ever since then it has been a part of my life I've been to jail because of it, and almost ruined my marriage. I am 28 now, and I am 4 months sober because I chose my family over cocaine. God bless
@@lukejamesbgn yeah I did listen to the song if you really meant that question seriously...no need to hype him up hahaha it was a great song and all but the story telling doesn't get much simpler
Simple beat, incredible lyrics, raw emotion. This song wasn’t made for the fans, it was made for himself. And one day this will be recognised on the same level Stan is.
i feel like first of all this doesnt need to be compared to stan for any particular reason but if we are gonna do that, one it won't get that respect but that doesnt mean it isn't an equal or better song, eminem pointed out in an interview he did in 2020 that he rarely sees the rappers HE thinks deserve to be on top 50 lists, actually on top 50 lists. so same goes for songs, recognition doesnt equal actual greatness every time. then the one thing stan has going for it in comparison is the length of the song i thought maybe i just lost track of time because i was literally sitting here crying my eyes out to this song because it touched me so emotionally, but i felt like even though it told the whole story, i was still in the middle of it expecting so much more--and then it ended. and i was like, wait, what just happened? im mid-cry, hello? this is over? where's the rest of the song? i double checked and the full length stan video is 8:88 now you can cut about a minute out of that or so for the intro but this also has a (shorter) intro and i guess i was expecting some more anecdotes, something to lengthen this episode, something to really draw it out into that really epic length that i started expecting as this song was progressing. FWIW eminem is my favorite rapper of all time but this a superior song to stan i'm literally disappointed because i feel like i've just listened to *half* of a superior song to stan.
I just got off of opiates... mainly hydros, percs, dilaudid and fentynyl... Managed to kick cigarettes as I was getting clean off of opiates. It feels great to see someone else talking about getting clean.
Dilaudid and fentanyl were so painful to try and kick. But I was using IV both and cold turkey. 13 nights awake straight hell. I cannot even tell you. 14th night something came thru so I didn’t even quit. Boy did I sleep good that night tho. 5 months now
so true it seemed like the song was so short but it just felt that way cause he got his message across so quickly with so few words. well done no doubt
@Ronald Turner Weird that you clicked on a video of him then. But it's all good, keep listening to Lil Pump and let the rest of us appreciate actual music.
@Ronald Turner No, dude! Me I put Eminem and 5'9" on the same level. He IS one of the best rappers in the game. I seriously cannot believe what you're saying. I get it if you're joking. Man, he is one of them real ones.
Cause sadly em got a fanbase which is not full of real hip hop listeners though majority of them are but still so many just skips part to em verse . And other than his fanbase nobody listens to real hip hop at all.. plus Royce had less collabs and beef drama like em had for like many times
@@thegoats6640 you should read again pal! I said that not every single fan of em is keen to listen real hip hop they just want to listen Eminem hip hop so they just skip the part of other great rappers. Em is real OG indeed man! I'm a Stan too, why would I say something negative about em 🐐
@@RajSharma-tf9lv yes I get u now. Actually Royce. It's dope asf. And I like him He is the real hip hop. For me eminam the gaot. And 5.9 it's really better then 1000 repper
I only just found this track today... "I'm proud to say that I'm an addict who inherit your pain" That's some of the realest shit i've ever heard. Royce has done it, again.
Jerry Benard my grandma was a drunk for 20 years and alcohol ruined her marriage and relationship with my mom and uncle but when I was born she came to my house and asked my mom what it would take to be in my life and she said be sober for 24 hours so the next day my mom let her see me but not hold me the my mom said be sober for 48 hours so when the 2 days were up she came back and got to hold me for 5 minutes but after that she never came back and my mom thought she went back to her old ways but 6 months later she came back and said I have not even seen a bottle or can in 6 months can I please see him and my mom said ok so she stayed the night and didn’t put me down she stayed up all night holding me my grandma has not had a drop of alcohol in almost 15 years and she keeps my little brother and sister all the time
Arsen Bouzyla Man, 2017 and 2018 was a great year for rap. Jericho Jackson was one of my favorites. Dreamin Out Loud, Daytona, Streams Of Thought, Lamps, No News Is Good News, Care For Me, Pieces Of A Man, so so many. Hopefully 2019 is just as good.
My dad did the same thing for me, checked himself into rehab without having to be asked. Been clean for 37 years now. I'm glad my father chose me over alcohol!! Love you pops
Now that's a real man I respect your father because mine never came back and I've got addiction problems mental health problems and definitely intimacy problems and I dont trust anyone .Half the time I was living with my grandparents when my mother was with her abusive alcoholic and drug addicted ex husband who put me through the worst seven years of my life .I've never truly hated someone until I dealt with him ,he abused my mom physically,emotionally, sexually and physically abused my older brother ,myself and his own son who is younger than me .I have real bad depression and this might sound strange but pain keeps me going
Thank God for artists like Royce who still bless us with music like that... let's not take him for granted. let's buy is his music and support him to the fullest.
I doubt you'll ever see this message, but...I know the making of this album was difficult and a struggle for you. It brought up some demons that were hard to deal with and sharing them took a stupendous amount of courage. This album speaks to people in ways most art that gets made today just doesn't anymore. So thanks to you and everyone involved for doing this for all of us.
Got to see what its about dont knock it till you try it. Just dont let shit run you. Caffeine sugar pussy people get addicted to everything anything. Now cellphones. Smh
This is a Grammy song...mannnnn bravo....this was an awesome awesome song...and needed no bars...the message was powerful...this will change somebody's life
Still doesn’t get all the credit he deserves but man it makes me so happy to see Royce getting a little more appreciation. One of the all-time greatest MC’s💯
Shady XXI still plenty of dope MC’s out there just don’t see them in the mainstream as much...just off the top of my head, young dudes like Nick Grant, Oswin Benjamin, Mick Jenkins, Shawn Smith, Anoyd, Denzil Porter and Chris Rivers could hold their own on a track with a lot of the greats. It’s a shame they don’t get more shine but they’re definitely keeping lyricism alive🙏
I got clean....again....to this song. Over and over and over for the first week or two I would play this while detoxing and somehow doing my job. When I wake up tomorrow, it will be a year clean....again....for the last time. One is the only number that matters. One better choice, one more time getting up and trying again, one more time forgiving yourself, one more time telling the truth, one life to live one second at a time in the bliss of the present moment. One love. 🙏🏻💎💎💎🧘♂️☸️
This shit hits me where I need it too man, July 11th 2016... Last time I used cocaine, the next day I finally told my paps I was an addict and he got me into a rehab. Mad love Royce!
@@mvp1926 same bro and he's almost 60 but when I inherited the family addiction Gene I knew I wasn't going to do to my kids what he did to me and I'm 4 years clean bc of my parents mistakes and the love I have for my babies
Nas is also dropping deep tracks. Go search his name! They’re at the top now. These OGs really flexing themselves while spreading their respective messages.
Lyrics: [Intro: Nikki Grier] So low, door is closed Trust is broke, words got choked In my throat, can't let go Of my high hopes, my high hopes, my high hopes (Say what?) [Verse 1: Royce Da 5'9"] Papa came home from another day of hard Work and handed me his key, told me "Go look in the car" So I went out there to look for what he asked me to get I was checkin' all the seats but the only thing I saw Was a bag of cocaine (Say what?) Uh, Papa was too solid, he ain't never tell a lie I went in to tell him 'bout it, he said "Oh, that must be Guy" He worked with me at the job", I said "Oh" and walked away He said "Oh, before you go, make sure you don't tell your ma' 'Bout the cocaine" (Say what?) Uh, me and little homie, we was walkin' to the store It was right there on the corner and we seen a guy that's homeless He was wrapped up in a blanket, he was lookin' really cold Then he asked us for some change and he asked us if we know Who had the cocaine (Say what?) Cocaine [Chorus: Royce Da 5'9"] I'm losin' my mind, trying to figure out How did I inherit so much pain I drink a lot of alcohol, problems with the law Would I have done better or the same If Daddy never tried cocaine? Uh If Daddy never tried cocaine Cocaine, uh (Say what?) [Interlude: Royce Da 5'9" & Nikki Grier] (In my throat) So my father's only next logical step was to go to rehab (Can't let go) And that's exactly what he did (Of my high hopes) He went to rehab and got completely clean Hasn't done a drug in over twenty years (My high hopes) He did that for himself but (My high hopes) He did that because he didn't want to lose us Whew, strong man [Verse 2: Royce Da 5'9"] Uh, now let's talk about how much I respect my pop He's been through so much in life, we ain't never had a lot We just had each other's back, that was really all we need Pop', I love you unconditional and thanks for loving me More than cocaine My father chose me over cocaine Cocaine, uh I'm proud to say that I'm an addict who inherits your pain [Outro: Nikki Grier] Trust is broke Words got choked In my throat
Stayed clean from Heroine 12 years.. I wanna use every day!! But looking into my 16 year old son that i kicked it for, makes my love and powers shift.... Thanks for understanding what unconditional means Royce...
Thanks for All love yo🙏👊🏻. Kind brothers that understand it actually feels good having someone feeling a mofo on a suicide mission, but still y’all know imma twist this reality with my old one , multiple my coming reality and Crush it..Things May just actually going up Bjorn’s!!! Thanks x thugs or thugs sick but still breathing.. Big love ❤️
What a song and what a message. My father didn't choose me over cocaine, but I also didn't turn out an addict or inherit his pain. Big ups Royce for putting this wonderful piece of art out for the world to reflect on.
@@jamesshaw6110 didnt understood your comment man but just to say royce isnt signed to shady the group slaughterhouse was signed to shady and i think the BmE albums are under shady but he isnt,and i think he evne got his own label heaven or something like that im not sure
@@andy.5940 i know they are like brothers but nonetheless he isnt signed to shady tho and thats a common mistake (specially from people who only follows Em's news and dont follow it up, not saying he is on of em tho) and what does saving HH from trashy mumble rap really means if you dont like mumble rap just dont pay attention and focus on the rapper you like
A year under my belt with sobriety....this is an absolute masterpiece...addicts or non addicts out there can totally agree...thanks Royce for one of the best hip hop tracks of all time...hands down....
@@shivaawasthi1129 It has all the reason to do with Eminem, sorry. They grew into the underground rap secne in tandem and continued communication throughout Em's acclaimed rise into popularity. No doubt , 100% , Royce is nice with a mic. I'm in no position to say he wouldn't have made it to radio without the convenience of a "friendly recommendation" . But.. He's obserdly predisposed to appear on Shadys radio station. There are numerous talented lyricists / songwriters of worthy caliber , capable of art. The difference is avalibility to a recognizable and consumable platform. The likes of which Royce has had readily at his disposal, through Eminem. Not to mention studio time , media connections , and a piggyback ride into Hollywood. This is mainly to be applied as his "step into the light" of pop culture. After which , Royce da 5'9 did his thing because we all know he's one of the best to ever try.
@@ChannelWaldo i know everything about royce and eminem relationship man some one literally said royce became big just becuz of eminem that's why i said then he changed his comment
My favorite song on the album AND one of my top ten favorite songs of all times. As an 80s baby who's father was also an abuser this is truly REALITY RAP!
Daniel's Opinion do you listen to the words or just the sonics? Have you actually ever tried listening to the lyrics and what they mean that are used in travis scotts music?
@Daniel's Opinion Travis Scott has the same flow as all these new rappers ... "bla bla bla bla " *skrt skrt* "bla bla bla" *brr brr* "bla bla bla bla *its lit*. I couldn't be more bored w his lyrical content. And don't get me started on the actual meaning. It's like 20% of it he decided he wanted to actually write something around the filler and that shit is not cohesive at all, and barely rhymes when it does.
@Daniel's Opinion the difference between lyrical writing with wordplay, metaphor, some meaning, fitting together multiple rhyme schemes with different time signatures, crossing the barline, being inventive etc.... and just being aesthetic (good beats) is a vast one. I'm not dogging on his music as a whole because that is very subjective, but his writing is mad basic, and to me its very boring. I've heard his verse before he finishes it. Would love for him to prove me wrong one day. IF you could point to a Travis album that doesn't follow the rhyme scheme I laid out and boring cliche ad libs like " skrt skrt" and "its lit" then by all means, I'm open to it.
@Daniel's Opinion I never said that music has no place in hip hop. I'm simply saying the writing is bad, usually. Also good writing and vibing aren't mutually exclusive. You can vibe and also have depth for when you're listening. I bet less than half people listening to Kendrick actually listening consciously to what he saying but it's there without "killing the vibe" that people nod to.
[Intro: Nikki Grier] So low Door is closed Trust is broke Words got choked In my throat Can't let go Of my high hopes My high hopes My high hopes (Say what?) [Verse 1: Royce Da 5'9"] Papa came home from another day of hard Work and handed me his key, told me "Go look in the car" So I went out there to look for what he asked me to get I was checkin' all the seats but the only thing I saw Was a bag of cocaine (Say what?) Uh, Papa was too solid, he ain't never tell a lie I went in to tell him 'bout it, he said "Oh, that must be Guy" He worked with me at the job", I said "Oh" and walked away He said "Oh, before you go, make sure you don't tell your ma' 'Bout the cocaine" (Say what?) Uh, me and little homie, we was walkin' to the store It was right there on the corner and we seen a guy that's homeless He was wrapped up in a blanket, he was lookin' really cold Then he asked us for some change and he asked us if we know Who had the cocaine (Say what?) Cocaine [Chorus: Royce Da 5'9"] I'm losin' my mind, trying to figure out How did I inherit so much pain I drink a lot of alcohol, problems with the law Would I have done better or the same If Daddy never tried cocaine? Uh If Daddy never tried cocaine Cocaine, uh (Say what?) [Interlude: Royce Da 5'9" & Nikki Grier] In my throat So my father's only next logical step was to go to rehab Can't let go And that's exactly what he did Of my high hopes He went to rehab and got completely clean Hasn't done a drug My high hopes In over 20 years He did that for himself but My high hopes He did that because he didn't want to lose us Whew, strong man [Verse 2: Royce Da 5'9"] Uh, now let's talk about how much I respect my pop He's been through so much in life, we ain't never had a lot We just had each other's back, that was really all we need Pop', I love you unconditional and thanks for loving me More than cocaine My father chose me over cocaine Cocaine, uh I'm proud to say that I'm an addict who inherits your pain [Outro: Nikki Grier] Trust is broke Words got choked In my throat
Im so happy that "Cocaine" has got nearly 2M views so fast..Royce has been blowing up and he truly deserves it..One of the greatest rappers of all time and his recognition has been long overdue..Keep supporting Royce
Bet my dude.. Royce has so much power in his music.. Bith my parents were addicts and were divorced and seperated before i was 2yrs old then both my step parents were addicts too and i followed the same path for years. Rap/hip-hop has been my saving grace frfr and artist like Royce have always helped me keep my head up and look forward
Becuz he not talking luxury cars, ho's in a strip club, or popping pillz...he talking bout real family struggles. Deez new age rappers dont undastand dat or dont undastand lyrically ability when they hear it.
For Royce to go out of his element....spoke to me heavy....R.I.Power Dad....my father chose "Cocaine"...not gonna lie....i cried to this. Thank you for this Da 5-9.👊🏾🙌🏾
[Intro: Nikki Grier] So low Door is closed Trust is broke Words got choked In my throat Can't let go Of my high hopes My high hopes My high hopes (Say what?) [Verse 1: Royce Da 5'9"] Papa came home from another day of hard Work and handed me his key, told me "Go look in the car" So I went out there to look for what he asked me to get I was checkin' all the seats but the only thing I saw Was a bag of cocaine (Say what?) Uh, Papa was too solid, he ain't never tell a lie I went in to tell him 'bout it, he said "Oh, that must be Guy" He worked with me at the job", I said "Oh" and walked away He said "Oh, before you go, make sure you don't tell your ma' 'Bout the, cocaine" (Say what?) Uh, me and little homie, we was walkin' to the store It was right there on the corner and we seen a guy that's homeless He was wrapped up in a blanket, he was lookin' really cold Then he asked us for some change and he asked us if we know Who had the, cocaine (Say what?) Cocaine [Chorus: Royce Da 5'9"] I'm losin' my mind, trying to figure out How did I inherit so much pain I drink a lot of alcohol, problems with the law Would I have done better or the same If Daddy never tried cocaine? Uh Daddy never tried cocaine Cocaine, uh (Say what?) [Interlude: Royce Da 5'9" & Nikki Grier] In my throat So my father's only next logical step was to go to rehab Can't let go And that's exactly what he did Of my high hopes He went to rehab and got completely clean Hasn't done a drug My high hopes In over 20 years He did that for himself but My high hopes He did that because he didn't want to lose us Whew, strong man [Verse 2: Royce Da 5'9"] Uh, now let's talk about how much I respect my pop He's been through so much in life, we ain't never had a lot We just had each other's back, that was really all we need Pap', I love you unconditional and thanks for loving me More than, cocaine My father chose me over cocaine Cocaine, uh I'm proud to say that I'm an addict who inherits your pain [Outro: Nikki Grier] Trust is broke Words got choked In my throat
This song hit really hard for me. I have been clean now for a little over 10 years but I still think about Cocaine almost every day. I managed to get off but it took me 2 and a half years of jail to do it. I stay off the coke now because I love my family more than I love the drug. I never want to let my family know how often I think about it because I don't want them to worry but hearing this song is a reminder and it's almost a thank you from them when I listen to it. I doubt you will ever read this but honestly Royce, Thank You!! I have listened to this a few times now when I start thinking about it and my urges go away. It's been a long time since a song gave me goosebumps.
It's never going to be easy but it is always going to be worth it. Your family may never know how deep the struggle goes but they will 100% appreciate you did it for them. Remind yourself everyday that this is a battle, you are a soldier and this war is winnable!
Hey man, recovery takes so much courage so good on you. Never be afraid to seek out an addiction counselor- it's takes serious strength to take that step, but they are so helpful for your recovery path. I promise you wouldn't regret it. You've got this
@jack ramirez we're no longer together, besides giving him an allowance, wouldn't that be enabling? No thanks, I just learned he overdosed at someone's house with my children's half brother present. I'm not contributing to 💩
one of the best songs ever written imo. so much heart and soul went into this. you can feel it.. if you dont get goosebumps all throughout this whole song then youre not human!
"My daddy chose me over cocaine" is a line that hurt me more than i thought it would.
Amazing song.
This level of addiction is frightening. Choosing a substance over your own son... having 50$ and thinking about your score instead of getting your son a toy or something... you lose your soul.
Fuck there choices.
Choose I C P
Yea man that's a powerful statement the way he sets it up with the homeless guy earlier...
It’s in the process of saving me🙏
CursinSquirrel word!!
Royce really dropped one of the greatest hip-hop albums last year and everyone missed it
the world we live in. the media will never promote anything that will help the younger generations, most young ones are lost already and only want to hear songs promoting gang, sex, drugs and any other bullshit same as the media that will give this useless songs mass coverage. watch how many views the song has and go check lil pump and kanye shit song
Everyone lol
Agreed 👌🏻
That's cuz kids too are busy thinking that soulja boy and the cash me outside girl is good music.
they was busy decoding the mumling going on
The song and the whole video is ABSOLUTELY touching and honest in so many ways. I could see this being a life-changing & self-reflecting video for some people which make them take a U-turn in life. The emotion in your rapping and especially in your singing brings the song so much more to life. Also, man you rhymed "alcohol" with "law" didn't expect that at all!
If you're reading this by any chance, big fan!
Random seeing you here lol
Book of Ryan is a album of him reflecting on his life. Kind of what I imagine Therapy is like. Dope album one of my favorite albums of all times.
Shits deep. Banger for sure
My father chose me over cocaine
TheRussianGenius dope comment man just a think ... alcohol doesn’t really rhyme with law but it’s the words before the ending rhyme which made those words sound like rhyming. If you think about it he is a genius 😂
Was addicted to cocaine and heroin in Detroit Michigan for 12 years I've been clean 6 I now have a little girl and she has never seen me high I lost her mom to preeclampsia she dosent got a mom and it's hard to be a dad from a prison cell I dramatically changed my life and anybody can
Word to that brother...keep up the GREAT work...one day at a time!!
Your daughter lost her mom but she gained a stronger father who most kids don’t have!!!! Stay strong your daughter will always remember that!!!
proud of you! 🤍🙏🏽
Congratulations man
God bless you and yours man.
I still remember my first time hearing this song a year ago.... just got back from rehab a week ago, 75 days clean & sober from Alcohol & Drugs.
I’m proud of you! Stay strong !
Naw Ghee thank you 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Keep up the good work man!!! You can do it. I have faith in you brother
stay strong man, im still struggling...
Victor Vanquish nice man. I’m sure you can keep this up no problem
"...thanks for loving me more than cocaine.." 💔
Amazing song and amazing video!!
Comon ppl wake up, Royce deserves more than this!!
Yea...it sux..ihave friend with demons...and kids..it's hard seeing him that way....wasn't there a vid with dmx being put on the spot ..to choose fam or rehab...anyways great song...video was what I pictured
That line brought tears to my eyes, cause my pops didn't love me more than cocaine
If this does not reach 1m in 24hrs, people really dumb. Royce deserves better than this. He always be dropping fire. People sleeping hard,smh.
Aint nothin but facts, my brothers. As fire as "Summer on Lock" was, if I'm not wrong it took almost a whole month for the video to reach a million. Sad!
@Veer Pal I know, right? Smh
@Veer Pal this shit also sounds more like pop then real hip hop
8 years clean. From a former alcoholic and coke addict to hard working father of a 2 year old son. It's the legacy that's keeping me strong. Powerful song mr. Royce. 🙏
Salutations my G.
SALUTE
And a second son...I am blessed 🙏💯
Keep it strong brother. Want you to win!
@@SciarosuLOL continue strong always, KING! May you always find the strength to battle the fights that you're given! So glad to know you good.
Powerful song. I started doing cocaine at age 14. Ever since then it has been a part of my life I've been to jail because of it, and almost ruined my marriage. I am 28 now, and I am 4 months sober because I chose my family over cocaine. God bless
Stay strong my friend!! Stay strong ... love from Amsterdam X
God bless you and your family homie
Awesome. Respect.
Never give up mate. Respect!
Animo camarada!
I wish I could say I'm clean now, I'm still struggling with my addiction. This song hurts me, but it's what I need hear . I'll get there .
johnyruke .. nobody is perfect.. life is hard and addiction is tough. But it will get better. And you will get there. Just don’t give up 🙏
Gots to get there Jonyruke before times up homies
Keep going bro.
You will
johnyruke, Did you go into rehab?
Incredible story-telling on this track. Ya gotta love how open & honest Royce got on Book Of Ryan!
I mean dont hype it up lol. Great video and song but the story telling was literally just him talking lol
@@chewlew2818 are u stupid story tell Ing was just him talkin. So what u expect his father to come for ward and spitze some bars or what
@@chewlew2818 The story telling was "just him talking"? Did you not listen to the actual song?
@@lukejamesbgn yeah I did listen to the song if you really meant that question seriously...no need to hype him up hahaha it was a great song and all but the story telling doesn't get much simpler
Simple beat, incredible lyrics, raw emotion. This song wasn’t made for the fans, it was made for himself. And one day this will be recognised on the same level Stan is.
i feel like first of all this doesnt need to be compared to stan for any particular reason but
if we are gonna do that, one it won't get that respect but that doesnt mean it isn't an equal or better song, eminem pointed out in an interview he did in 2020 that he rarely sees the rappers HE thinks deserve to be on top 50 lists, actually on top 50 lists. so same goes for songs, recognition doesnt equal actual greatness every time.
then the one thing stan has going for it in comparison is the length of the song
i thought maybe i just lost track of time because i was literally sitting here crying my eyes out to this song because it touched me so emotionally, but i felt like even though it told the whole story, i was still in the middle of it expecting so much more--and then it ended. and i was like, wait, what just happened? im mid-cry, hello? this is over? where's the rest of the song?
i double checked and the full length stan video is 8:88 now you can cut about a minute out of that or so for the intro but this also has a (shorter) intro and i guess i was expecting some more anecdotes, something to lengthen this episode, something to really draw it out into that really epic length that i started expecting as this song was progressing.
FWIW eminem is my favorite rapper of all time but this a superior song to stan i'm literally disappointed because i feel like i've just listened to *half* of a superior song to stan.
Simple drum beat maybe but the instrumental is amazing.
I’m a sucker for those little weird noises
Vvc.cvv vf
This surpassed Stan....and Em is in my top 2!
no it wont
Beautiful, touching and strong. This video is all about what Royce represents.
Salve Ronald, tu por aqui!
What cocaine? I'm sure he represents more than that
@@itsme-ow1nn I think he means realness.
Faz um rap cru dele Ronald. Estou esperando por isso faz tempo!!
Acoustic uk hiphop freestyle ua-cam.com/video/9Q0VJlf-hss/v-deo.html thanks mr 5-9 great video, is this ok?
Great story telling. Powerful.
Divineshot 314 Acoustic uk hiphop freestyle ua-cam.com/video/9Q0VJlf-hss/v-deo.html thanks mr 5-9 great video, is this ok?
Wow this shit is really awesome
I love what these guys are doing to keep hip hop alive. So powerful.
609k views on a song with a meaning (Cocaine)
42Mil views on a song that don't mean shit (Butterfly Doors)
I weep for this generation
@3 Subscribers Without Any Videos!!!!! Agreed.The brilliance is in the emphasis on the honesty.
Alcohol was destroying my life and cocaine came hand in hand with it 9 month clean.
Now I have a clean life not even cigarettes.
Good on you lad. You only get 1 life. Enjoy it. Dont waste a second. We always have a choice 😎💪
@Michael Pryor Thanks man still going strong.
I just got off of opiates... mainly hydros, percs, dilaudid and fentynyl...
Managed to kick cigarettes as I was getting clean off of opiates.
It feels great to see someone else talking about getting clean.
Good for you bro, much love! I wish I could! 😞
Dilaudid and fentanyl were so painful to try and kick. But I was using IV both and cold turkey. 13 nights awake straight hell. I cannot even tell you. 14th night something came thru so I didn’t even quit. Boy did I sleep good that night tho. 5 months now
So, nobody gonna talk about how absolutely perfect this beat and singing is, I feel the emotion through the beat perfect match for Royce lyrics💯👏🏽👌
Factz, I got chills brahhh
no offense but literally the whole comment section is about how this
Sounds like the weekend
Pac and Royce have songs that can make a grown man shed a tear or two.
Oh it's perfect, my new favorite song. Ffffn love it!!!!!@
Speechless. Much respect for this 🔥🔥🔥
Edward Shin checkout a rapper called edubble, his freestyle friday series to be exact
Royce had minimal lyrics and still delivered a powerful message. So much said in less words.
so true it seemed like the song was so short but it just felt that way cause he got his message across so quickly with so few words. well done no doubt
FACTS!!
Uqinisile Mfw2 yikho u5'9 eyinja🙏🏾💯
Nah he had bars bro. The instrumental and chorus gave it the illusion that he delivered minimal lyrics.
It's not always about complex bars but the subject matter.
Royce 5 9,one of the best writers in the game. The clarity of his lines and his puns are clever as fuck. Roll a log and listen to an entire album.
@Ronald Turner it's not Royces fault that you are a deaftone idiot with no taste for REAL hip-hop.
@Ronald Turner but you probably fuck with lil pump so what would you know
@Ronald Turner Weird that you clicked on a video of him then. But it's all good, keep listening to Lil Pump and let the rest of us appreciate actual music.
@Ronald Turner No, dude! Me I put Eminem and 5'9" on the same level. He IS one of the best rappers in the game. I seriously cannot believe what you're saying. I get it if you're joking. Man, he is one of them real ones.
@crackamanDan What do you mean?
Unfortunately my parents couldn't make that SACRIFICE.. THANK GOD FOR GRANDMA!!
Same here! GRANDMA saved us
I don't understand why hip hop doesn't respect Royce like J Cole or Kendrick
Cause sadly em got a fanbase which is not full of real hip hop listeners though majority of them are but still so many just skips part to em verse . And other than his fanbase nobody listens to real hip hop at all.. plus Royce had less collabs and beef drama like em had for like many times
@@RajSharma-tf9lv DA 5.9 is so good.
But do u say that Eminem not a real hip hop 😂😂😂
@@thegoats6640 you should read again pal! I said that not every single fan of em is keen to listen real hip hop they just want to listen Eminem hip hop so they just skip the part of other great rappers. Em is real OG indeed man! I'm a Stan too, why would I say something negative about em 🐐
@@RajSharma-tf9lv yes I get u now.
Actually Royce.
It's dope asf.
And I like him
He is the real hip hop.
For me eminam the gaot.
And 5.9 it's really better then 1000 repper
Cause he's 5'9. Fucking midget
You've been underrated all your career, Royce Da.
FACTS
Nickle9
@Cpt BEARDless As in he is never really in the spotlight... unlike Drake and such
Cpt BEARDless I agree. He’s not underrated really, but he definitely get his deserved shine!
i am from istanbul and all we talk about my rap listening homies is fucking royce or em. love this guy, genius, pitch perfect, amazing.
This is what hip hop is all about! Real life story telling bars!!
100 percent dope!
How about hoe and drug?
With 125 thumbs down smh
He delivers again. Underrated artists!
💯 my friend
I only just found this track today...
"I'm proud to say that I'm an addict who inherit your pain"
That's some of the realest shit i've ever heard. Royce has done it, again.
"Proud to say I'm an addict that inherited your pain"....that's some deep lyrics from Royce tho
Fr, Favourite bar of the track ❤
So deep
COCAINNEEEE " Royce"
3:08
One of my favourite songs on the album. 🔥🔥🙏
could you check my new song if you get a chance? royce is a huge inspiration of mine
For the love of god, STOP SLEEPING ON THIS ALBUM!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Gunterstryke oh yeah yeah
Love this masterpiece
It really is 😎
Masterpiece
Dont we all. :)
"Thanks for loving me more than cocaine" Respect
Strong
Jerry Benard my grandma was a drunk for 20 years and alcohol ruined her marriage and relationship with my mom and uncle but when I was born she came to my house and asked my mom what it would take to be in my life and she said be sober for 24 hours so the next day my mom let her see me but not hold me the my mom said be sober for 48 hours so when the 2 days were up she came back and got to hold me for 5 minutes but after that she never came back and my mom thought she went back to her old ways but 6 months later she came back and said I have not even seen a bottle or can in 6 months can I please see him and my mom said ok so she stayed the night and didn’t put me down she stayed up all night holding me my grandma has not had a drop of alcohol in almost 15 years and she keeps my little brother and sister all the time
That bar hit hard
@@rolltide9397 damn real shit
This Deserves A Grammy, Great Messege Yet A Deep One!
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Royce I need you to come on my show and do a interview! Check out my past interviews!
This is too real for Grammy's. Just like Joyner's 'I'm not racist"
Click here to see a *White Canadian* Slaughter a Montana 300 Remix *-Fuck Mumble Rap-*ua-cam.com/video/g4BbuYj4yHY/v-deo.html
Farva's #1 im not racist won a grammy
This is definitely a classic song. Neber heard Royce singing but the lyrics were dope and his words were deep and powerful
It got nominated today
Book Of Ryan is a phenomenal album.
TheDirtyBird_ 11 album of the year IMO, in one of the best years of hip pop
It's like GKMC
Arsen Bouzyla Man, 2017 and 2018 was a great year for rap. Jericho Jackson was one of my favorites. Dreamin Out Loud, Daytona, Streams Of Thought, Lamps, No News Is Good News, Care For Me, Pieces Of A Man, so so many. Hopefully 2019 is just as good.
My dad did the same thing for me, checked himself into rehab without having to be asked. Been clean for 37 years now. I'm glad my father chose me over alcohol!! Love you pops
Now that's a real man I respect your father because mine never came back and I've got addiction problems mental health problems and definitely intimacy problems and I dont trust anyone .Half the time I was living with my grandparents when my mother was with her abusive alcoholic and drug addicted ex husband who put me through the worst seven years of my life .I've never truly hated someone until I dealt with him ,he abused my mom physically,emotionally, sexually and physically abused my older brother ,myself and his own son who is younger than me .I have real bad depression and this might sound strange but pain keeps me going
Wow that is amazing. I'm 38 years old so i was 1 when he got clean. I'm 3.5 years clean myself ❤
Thank God for artists like Royce who still bless us with music like that... let's not take him for granted. let's buy is his music and support him to the fullest.
No doubt B 💯💯💯
Nickel nine the ruler!
Freshley Snipes
"thanks for loving me more than Cocaine,
my father chose me over Cocaine."
This song is so heavy!
I doubt you'll ever see this message, but...I know the making of this album was difficult and a struggle for you. It brought up some demons that were hard to deal with and sharing them took a stupendous amount of courage.
This album speaks to people in ways most art that gets made today just doesn't anymore. So thanks to you and everyone involved for doing this for all of us.
Damn Adam....I hope he reads this
I read it
Who else is crying?
Don't lie. U r not crying
I definitely am.
Would I have done better or the same,
If daddy never tried cocaine?
Damn that is strong
Got to see what its about dont knock it till you try it. Just dont let shit run you. Caffeine sugar pussy people get addicted to everything anything. Now cellphones. Smh
Booshine syko1 Ima not even try it bro.
DONT DO DRUGS KIDS
This is a Grammy song...mannnnn bravo....this was an awesome awesome song...and needed no bars...the message was powerful...this will change somebody's life
@KaperCloud facts. She meant well but..
Still doesn’t get all the credit he deserves but man it makes me so happy to see Royce getting a little more appreciation. One of the all-time greatest MC’s💯
Shady XXI still plenty of dope MC’s out there just don’t see them in the mainstream as much...just off the top of my head, young dudes like Nick Grant, Oswin Benjamin, Mick Jenkins, Shawn Smith, Anoyd, Denzil Porter and Chris Rivers could hold their own on a track with a lot of the greats. It’s a shame they don’t get more shine but they’re definitely keeping lyricism alive🙏
I got clean....again....to this song. Over and over and over for the first week or two I would play this while detoxing and somehow doing my job. When I wake up tomorrow, it will be a year clean....again....for the last time. One is the only number that matters. One better choice, one more time getting up and trying again, one more time forgiving yourself, one more time telling the truth, one life to live one second at a time in the bliss of the present moment. One love. 🙏🏻💎💎💎🧘♂️☸️
I hope your going strong my friend 💪
Royce 5 9 really deserve a grammy this song is fire👍👍💣💥
Grammy's are garbage all he needs is rap fans to realize how good he is.
🤔.....💪......🙏......😢......D-Town 🔥
Fuck a Grammy.
🙏🏼💯
@@eddiegarcia9647 Amen
This shit hits me where I need it too man, July 11th 2016... Last time I used cocaine, the next day I finally told my paps I was an addict and he got me into a rehab. Mad love Royce!
Good for you stay strong good luck
Keep up the good work JL
You made me tear up bro! Blessings good luck! 7/23/18
@@waterburyone Blessings my man, right back at you!
@@a.2419 thanks man!
Pops choose family over cocaine 🔥🔥🔥🔥😭
Akshay Sharma Acoustic uk hiphop freestyle ua-cam.com/video/9Q0VJlf-hss/v-deo.html thanks mr 5-9 great video, is this ok?
My pops didnt....
Philty Animal sorry to ear that brother
Click here to see a *White Canadian* Slaughter a Montana 300 Remix *-Fuck Mumble Rap-*ua-cam.com/video/g4BbuYj4yHY/v-deo.html
@@mvp1926 same bro and he's almost 60 but when I inherited the family addiction Gene I knew I wasn't going to do to my kids what he did to me and I'm 4 years clean bc of my parents mistakes and the love I have for my babies
It's rare to find a hip hop song that appreciates a father...this song is a gem.
Purest hip hop in our days
Nas is also dropping deep tracks. Go search his name! They’re at the top now. These OGs really flexing themselves while spreading their respective messages.
@ Morning bruh. Yes, he released a new album. Lit
Word
Grown Man Hip Hop!!!
I agree with crooked, probably one of the best hip hop songs!!
While I prefer bar filled, quick paced tracks, this is just beautiful art.
The interview with Royce brought me here. Glad to see it did the same to u
@@timi1510 1 love bro 👍
Facts ✔️
This is crazy 🔥
Lyrics:
[Intro: Nikki Grier]
So low, door is closed
Trust is broke, words got choked
In my throat, can't let go
Of my high hopes, my high hopes, my high hopes
(Say what?)
[Verse 1: Royce Da 5'9"]
Papa came home from another day of hard
Work and handed me his key, told me "Go look in the car"
So I went out there to look for what he asked me to get
I was checkin' all the seats but the only thing I saw
Was a bag of cocaine (Say what?)
Uh, Papa was too solid, he ain't never tell a lie
I went in to tell him 'bout it, he said "Oh, that must be Guy"
He worked with me at the job", I said "Oh" and walked away
He said "Oh, before you go, make sure you don't tell your ma'
'Bout the cocaine" (Say what?)
Uh, me and little homie, we was walkin' to the store
It was right there on the corner and we seen a guy that's homeless
He was wrapped up in a blanket, he was lookin' really cold
Then he asked us for some change and he asked us if we know
Who had the cocaine (Say what?)
Cocaine
[Chorus: Royce Da 5'9"]
I'm losin' my mind, trying to figure out
How did I inherit so much pain
I drink a lot of alcohol, problems with the law
Would I have done better or the same
If Daddy never tried cocaine? Uh
If Daddy never tried cocaine
Cocaine, uh (Say what?)
[Interlude: Royce Da 5'9" & Nikki Grier]
(In my throat)
So my father's only next logical step was to go to rehab
(Can't let go)
And that's exactly what he did
(Of my high hopes)
He went to rehab and got completely clean
Hasn't done a drug in over twenty years
(My high hopes)
He did that for himself but
(My high hopes)
He did that because he didn't want to lose us
Whew, strong man
[Verse 2: Royce Da 5'9"]
Uh, now let's talk about how much I respect my pop
He's been through so much in life, we ain't never had a lot
We just had each other's back, that was really all we need
Pop', I love you unconditional and thanks for loving me
More than cocaine
My father chose me over cocaine
Cocaine, uh
I'm proud to say that I'm an addict who inherits your pain
[Outro: Nikki Grier]
Trust is broke
Words got choked
In my throat
Give this man a Grammy🙏🙏🙏
Stayed clean from Heroine 12 years.. I wanna use every day!! But looking into my 16 year old son that i kicked it for, makes my love and powers shift.... Thanks for understanding what unconditional means Royce...
Keep pushing bro
U got it bro...keep pushing
Keep your head up and never look back brotha. You got this.
keep strong man! you got this!
Thanks for All love yo🙏👊🏻. Kind brothers that understand it actually feels good having someone feeling a mofo on a suicide mission, but still y’all know imma twist this reality with my old one , multiple my coming reality and Crush it..Things May just actually going up Bjorn’s!!! Thanks x thugs or thugs sick but still breathing.. Big love ❤️
"Thanks for loving me more than cocaine." I damn near cried.
I did...
Leo Vincent yea man Made me realize i gotta start loving my ppl more than the heron
Same
trust me bro
GAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY
What a song and what a message. My father didn't choose me over cocaine, but I also didn't turn out an addict or inherit his pain. Big ups Royce for putting this wonderful piece of art out for the world to reflect on.
And Tory Lanez thinks he better than this guy.
There's no denying that both artists are very talented either way.
Akademiks' plump elbows ahh gross name, akademics is trash
Who?
@@Plight_ Haha.
he is but this dude dope
Save hip hop from these lames royce...👍👍
He can't save Hip Hop from Eminem while he's signed to Shady Records
@@jamesshaw6110 didnt understood your comment man but just to say royce isnt signed to shady the group slaughterhouse was signed to shady and i think the BmE albums are under shady but he isnt,and i think he evne got his own label heaven or something like that im not sure
@@walid2500 besides em and royce are like brothers, i think the op meant the trashy mumble side, not the guys like em, kendrick, joyner, etc
@@andy.5940 i know they are like brothers but nonetheless he isnt signed to shady tho and thats a common mistake (specially from people who only follows Em's news and dont follow it up, not saying he is on of em tho) and what does saving HH from trashy mumble rap really means if you dont like mumble rap just dont pay attention and focus on the rapper you like
@@walid2500 probably because you don't speak english. I'm saying Eminem is lame.
The way he sings "cocaine " Haunts the soul
3:04 yeah, ill never get over that one.
Feel that bro, only understanders will get that one
Royce>>>>>>>>>Drake
This was powerful as hell. It’s a movie
Mr. Baskins I would love for you to listen to my story I remix this it’s on my channel
Royce is one of the greatest to ever do it. Definitly top 5
Biggie, 2Pac, Jay z, Nas, Eminem. Definitly not top 5
@@angelorgmoreira Eminem, Lupe, Jadakiss, Lil Wayne, Royce
@@AmateurMastermind WTF
Chill out nigga
@@angelorgmoreira I'd put Rakim before Em, but I agree for the most part.
Bad meets evil 2
Yes!
Imagine bad meets evil + Joyner 🔥🔥🔥
yes its comming royce himself already said
@@bibekchhetri9536 source?
@@WilsonTheArchitect yeah and Boogie too
This is hands down one of the greatest songs period!! Actually I take that back, Royce don't make songs, he makes MASTERPIECES
Crazy how under rated 5'9 is.. This shows skill of rapping, singing an story telling.. This should have WAY more views!!
Royce isn't underrated anymore
Royce hasnt been underrated in a decade. If you're referring to sales, you're thinking Overlooked or underappreciated, not Underrated.
Not just a views. A grammy!
Never heard Royce like this before. Amazing change of pace, great song 👏🏻👏🏻
he on j. cole's jock on this
@@THEHIPHOPFIENDS what?
Cole fans are delusional
This my favorite song off the album. The transition from The Who are you skit to this song is so powerful.
Then going in to Life is Fair was great. At the end of this video I can hear "Greg, Ryan take the dam garbage out" in my head lol
A year under my belt with sobriety....this is an absolute masterpiece...addicts or non addicts out there can totally agree...thanks Royce for one of the best hip hop tracks of all time...hands down....
Proud of u man, keep it up✌🏻
@@SimkoPlays highly appreciated bro...this is nuts...I just seen ur comment..and watching the video right now!!!!
Keep going we're on your side
@@jswitty2001 thanks bud!!!
Love reading these comments...2 yrs later and still sober....Life is great...thanks fam....
100 % talent 0% bad word
thats how it ended up played on shade45
@@ohiostateking nah, it's probably because Marshall Mathers owns Shade 45 and is friends with Royce Da 5'9
@@ChannelWaldo so what if he is a friend of eminem ..this song deserves to play on the radio ... not that mum mumble jumbo shit
@@shivaawasthi1129 It has all the reason to do with Eminem, sorry. They grew into the underground rap secne in tandem and continued communication throughout Em's acclaimed rise into popularity.
No doubt , 100% , Royce is nice with a mic. I'm in no position to say he wouldn't have made it to radio without the convenience of a "friendly recommendation" .
But.. He's obserdly predisposed to appear on Shadys radio station.
There are numerous talented lyricists / songwriters of worthy caliber , capable of art. The difference is avalibility to a recognizable and consumable platform. The likes of which Royce has had readily at his disposal, through Eminem. Not to mention studio time , media connections , and a piggyback ride into Hollywood.
This is mainly to be applied as his "step into the light" of pop culture. After which , Royce da 5'9 did his thing because we all know he's one of the best to ever try.
@@ChannelWaldo i know everything about royce and eminem relationship man some one literally said royce became big just becuz of eminem that's why i said then he changed his comment
one of my favorite tracks from 59
Surprised to see you here lol i like your vids 🤙 stay safe bro
Royce himself personally said it's his one of his favourites ever
Fuck man I haven't watched any of your shit in a long time. Gonna go on your channel now and see whats up.
This is a cult Classic for Hip-Hop right here!!
One of the GREATEST of all time
*4 hours and this song is still underated*
4 subscribers with 0 videos the song has been out for 7 months
@@prodigyfilms8170 I've never heard one song on the radio neither.
4 hours? You mean 9 months
@@christopherayettey4390 he means the video not necessary the song itself :)
This song been came out on his album the Book of Ryan
When music can bring a tear to your eye...man...idk what else to say.
WE WANT THIS TRENDING
My favorite song from the album Royce, very good visuals as well
Maybe the best from 2018
agreed!
Wont happen..the so called "Culture" too busy with Souljaboy rants on IG
For real though
Acoustic uk hiphop freestyle ua-cam.com/video/9Q0VJlf-hss/v-deo.html thanks mr 5-9 great video, is this ok?
Royce has that flow that I could listen to all damn day!
ohh now I understand why EM works with Royce..
*Love story telling Hip-Hop. Shit hits in the feels.*
How the art was and should be
Love you Royce 🔥
My favorite song on the album AND one of my top ten favorite songs of all times. As an 80s baby who's father was also an abuser this is truly REALITY RAP!
Shit made me cry, damn shits heavy man...
It's called writing. New school "aesthetic" rappers should try it. Gives you meaning and purpose, not just currency.
Daniel's Opinion do you listen to the words or just the sonics? Have you actually ever tried listening to the lyrics and what they mean that are used in travis scotts music?
@Daniel's Opinion travis makes great beats. He's not a particularly great rapper
@Daniel's Opinion Travis Scott has the same flow as all these new rappers ... "bla bla bla bla " *skrt skrt* "bla bla bla" *brr brr* "bla bla bla bla *its lit*. I couldn't be more bored w his lyrical content. And don't get me started on the actual meaning. It's like 20% of it he decided he wanted to actually write something around the filler and that shit is not cohesive at all, and barely rhymes when it does.
@Daniel's Opinion the difference between lyrical writing with wordplay, metaphor, some meaning, fitting together multiple rhyme schemes with different time signatures, crossing the barline, being inventive etc.... and just being aesthetic (good beats) is a vast one. I'm not dogging on his music as a whole because that is very subjective, but his writing is mad basic, and to me its very boring. I've heard his verse before he finishes it. Would love for him to prove me wrong one day. IF you could point to a Travis album that doesn't follow the rhyme scheme I laid out and boring cliche ad libs like " skrt skrt" and "its lit" then by all means, I'm open to it.
@Daniel's Opinion I never said that music has no place in hip hop. I'm simply saying the writing is bad, usually.
Also good writing and vibing aren't mutually exclusive. You can vibe and also have depth for when you're listening. I bet less than half people listening to Kendrick actually listening consciously to what he saying but it's there without "killing the vibe" that people nod to.
[Intro: Nikki Grier]
So low
Door is closed
Trust is broke
Words got choked
In my throat
Can't let go
Of my high hopes
My high hopes
My high hopes
(Say what?)
[Verse 1: Royce Da 5'9"]
Papa came home from another day of hard
Work and handed me his key, told me "Go look in the car"
So I went out there to look for what he asked me to get
I was checkin' all the seats but the only thing I saw
Was a bag of cocaine (Say what?)
Uh, Papa was too solid, he ain't never tell a lie
I went in to tell him 'bout it, he said "Oh, that must be Guy"
He worked with me at the job", I said "Oh" and walked away
He said "Oh, before you go, make sure you don't tell your ma'
'Bout the cocaine" (Say what?)
Uh, me and little homie, we was walkin' to the store
It was right there on the corner and we seen a guy that's homeless
He was wrapped up in a blanket, he was lookin' really cold
Then he asked us for some change and he asked us if we know
Who had the cocaine (Say what?)
Cocaine
[Chorus: Royce Da 5'9"]
I'm losin' my mind, trying to figure out
How did I inherit so much pain
I drink a lot of alcohol, problems with the law
Would I have done better or the same
If Daddy never tried cocaine? Uh
If Daddy never tried cocaine
Cocaine, uh (Say what?)
[Interlude: Royce Da 5'9" & Nikki Grier]
In my throat
So my father's only next logical step was to go to rehab
Can't let go
And that's exactly what he did
Of my high hopes
He went to rehab and got completely clean
Hasn't done a drug
My high hopes
In over 20 years
He did that for himself but
My high hopes
He did that because he didn't want to lose us
Whew, strong man
[Verse 2: Royce Da 5'9"]
Uh, now let's talk about how much I respect my pop
He's been through so much in life, we ain't never had a lot
We just had each other's back, that was really all we need
Pop', I love you unconditional and thanks for loving me
More than cocaine
My father chose me over cocaine
Cocaine, uh
I'm proud to say that I'm an addict who inherits your pain
[Outro: Nikki Grier]
Trust is broke
Words got choked
In my throat
Thank you for that
Thanks
♥️♥️♥️🎼💔💔
Im so happy that "Cocaine" has got nearly 2M views so fast..Royce has been blowing up and he truly deserves it..One of the greatest rappers of all time and his recognition has been long overdue..Keep supporting Royce
Jesh Paul could you check out my remix I think you’ll like it
Everytime I hear this Song my whole body is littered by goosebumps and the Story behind this..... I love it❤
This is deep majority of us came from a broke home. Let's raise the youth betta
It ain’t gonna happen. But let’s make damn sure OUR youth ain’t like the rest. At least we can do that.
Bet my dude.. Royce has so much power in his music.. Bith my parents were addicts and were divorced and seperated before i was 2yrs old then both my step parents were addicts too and i followed the same path for years. Rap/hip-hop has been my saving grace frfr and artist like Royce have always helped me keep my head up and look forward
@Billy Bones wtf my dude you come off racist af you tryin to say niggas cant change and cant help our youngsters change? Foh
I feel y’all pain.But this is not just a certain race’s problem. I’m white, and both my parents chose COCAINE, thank God for Grandparents 🙏🙏
@@johnq7165 facts must also be racist then
Anyone else watching and reading comments in same time ??
We need more of this meaningful songs💯
Yup
Man you came here too?lol
Yep...makes a good point without glorifying it. Pulitzer should have gone to Royce....not Kendrick
Exactly!
Definitely a heartfelt song! If you dig meaningful music, please check out "Grateful Shed" by a Boston area mc named Shed Light! Dope AF!! Peace!!
Dude why isn't this song trending...... Bcoz dude it's a treasure and not everyone can have a piece of it ..I am so glad I came across this
My thoughts as well
Cuz its not a negative song about busting guns or using drugs like its cool.
bhai ye US walo ka music ka taste hi bakwass hai. sala Gucci Gang has 900M views.
Becuz he not talking luxury cars, ho's in a strip club, or popping pillz...he talking bout real family struggles. Deez new age rappers dont undastand dat or dont undastand lyrically ability when they hear it.
dont expect this in INDIA.
one of Royce's most underrated song
Woo! First view, first comment, on my FAVORITE rappers new video! Love this song, love the whole album! Keep it up Nickel!
@Cleveland Lanthrip yea, I addressed that in another comment. I do have a screenshot of 'No views', so I was one of the first to make it here
I was waiting for the music videos
Next one should be #Power
Hope he does the one where greggy came home drunk n his father punched him thru the oven.
Donae Morrow that’s Power
royce can sing holy fuk
Autotune, son. I mean this with no disrespect, Royce is a great MC but how is his singing without autotune I have to wonder.
Josh Frye naw bro, he can ACTUALLY sing
You late...
Royce can actually do runs and has a good voice
fucking dope melodiessss
8 years clean. Love this song Royce "my father chose me over cocaine"
I've lost count on how many times i played this song 😭😭😭💞💞
Me too 😂😭😭
I've been a fan since Bad Meet Evil, Royce never disapoint....Number one fan straight from South Africa!!
even eMzansi we recognize. Royce one of the GOATS. Syayazi iHip Hop ayi lemsangana yama autotune.
Mfethu sisuka kude nale nkabi
When Bad 1st Meets Evil on SSLP in 1999.... Royce and Em are something else; something special in this crazy world ;)
Awe Mzansi Represent
Sikhona Bro
I totally agree Royce good 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦
For Royce to go out of his element....spoke to me heavy....R.I.Power Dad....my father chose "Cocaine"...not gonna lie....i cried to this. Thank you for this Da 5-9.👊🏾🙌🏾
One of the best Royce songs ever......just so emotional, relatable, and real. Plus fire beat, hook, and flow
Give this song the credit it deserves, big up to royce for sharing in such a beautiful way.
Looked at all the thumbs and saw something insane....
51 people musta snorted ... CO - Caine....
[Intro: Nikki Grier]
So low
Door is closed
Trust is broke
Words got choked
In my throat
Can't let go
Of my high hopes
My high hopes
My high hopes
(Say what?)
[Verse 1: Royce Da 5'9"]
Papa came home from another day of hard
Work and handed me his key, told me "Go look in the car"
So I went out there to look for what he asked me to get
I was checkin' all the seats but the only thing I saw
Was a bag of cocaine (Say what?)
Uh, Papa was too solid, he ain't never tell a lie
I went in to tell him 'bout it, he said "Oh, that must be Guy"
He worked with me at the job", I said "Oh" and walked away
He said "Oh, before you go, make sure you don't tell your ma'
'Bout the, cocaine" (Say what?)
Uh, me and little homie, we was walkin' to the store
It was right there on the corner and we seen a guy that's homeless
He was wrapped up in a blanket, he was lookin' really cold
Then he asked us for some change and he asked us if we know
Who had the, cocaine (Say what?)
Cocaine
[Chorus: Royce Da 5'9"]
I'm losin' my mind, trying to figure out
How did I inherit so much pain
I drink a lot of alcohol, problems with the law
Would I have done better or the same
If Daddy never tried cocaine? Uh
Daddy never tried cocaine
Cocaine, uh (Say what?)
[Interlude: Royce Da 5'9" & Nikki Grier]
In my throat
So my father's only next logical step was to go to rehab
Can't let go
And that's exactly what he did
Of my high hopes
He went to rehab and got completely clean
Hasn't done a drug
My high hopes
In over 20 years
He did that for himself but
My high hopes
He did that because he didn't want to lose us
Whew, strong man
[Verse 2: Royce Da 5'9"]
Uh, now let's talk about how much I respect my pop
He's been through so much in life, we ain't never had a lot
We just had each other's back, that was really all we need
Pap', I love you unconditional and thanks for loving me
More than, cocaine
My father chose me over cocaine
Cocaine, uh
I'm proud to say that I'm an addict who inherits your pain
[Outro: Nikki Grier]
Trust is broke
Words got choked
In my throat
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This song has a permanent spot in my top 5. For all genres.
This song hit really hard for me. I have been clean now for a little over 10 years but I still think about Cocaine almost every day. I managed to get off but it took me 2 and a half years of jail to do it. I stay off the coke now because I love my family more than I love the drug. I never want to let my family know how often I think about it because I don't want them to worry but hearing this song is a reminder and it's almost a thank you from them when I listen to it. I doubt you will ever read this but honestly Royce, Thank You!! I have listened to this a few times now when I start thinking about it and my urges go away. It's been a long time since a song gave me goosebumps.
Grug crazy I’m bout to have my first born in a couple of months. Been using for ten years and I’m trying to stop completely
getting clean is the best way
Good luck on your journey
It's never going to be easy but it is always going to be worth it. Your family may never know how deep the struggle goes but they will 100% appreciate you did it for them. Remind yourself everyday that this is a battle, you are a soldier and this war is winnable!
Hey man, recovery takes so much courage so good on you. Never be afraid to seek out an addiction counselor- it's takes serious strength to take that step, but they are so helpful for your recovery path. I promise you wouldn't regret it. You've got this
Thanks for your honesty and yes it hit me too
Whoever don’t like this is just a lost soul....thank you Royce!!
Check out my lyric video man! Shout out to lost souls!
Shit broke my heart and made me cry, man. Pray my children's father gets help.
Lindsey Nicole that’s crazy -hopefully
@jack ramirez can't help someone who doesn't want to help themselves
@jack ramirez we're no longer together, besides giving him an allowance, wouldn't that be enabling? No thanks, I just learned he overdosed at someone's house with my children's half brother present. I'm not contributing to 💩
@@lindseynicole5547 how's he now? Did he get better?
@@lindseynicole5547 how's he now??
one of the best songs ever written imo. so much heart and soul went into this. you can feel it.. if you dont get goosebumps all throughout this whole song then youre not human!
Book of Ryan has gotten me thru tough times. I really relate to it.