Dope Peddler
2 Chainz
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Every evening you will find him around our neighbourhood. It's the old dope peddler, that we know by doing good Started off with a OZ End up riding fo' deep Pull up to that club like muthaufckin ho you don't know me I said I pull up to that club like muthafuckin ho you don't know me Started off with a OZ End up riding fo' deep Started off with a OZ End up riding fo' deep Pull up to that club like muthaufckin' ho you don't know me I said I pull up to that club like muthafuckin' ho you don't know me Most of my niggas got gold teeth Most of my bitches got tattoos Most of my niggas think cash rules And I mess up hair dos like it's a pair of shoes And I need a pair of shoes when I'm up there I'm in the trap 'cause I work there Started off with a OZ End up riding fo' deep Pull up to that club like muthaufckin ho you don't know me I said I pull up to that club like muthafuckin ho you don't know me Started off with a OZ End up riding fo' deep Started off with a OZ End up riding fo' deep Pull up to that club like muthaufckin' ho you don't know me When the shades of night are falling, Comes a fellow everyone knows. It's the old dope peddler, spreading joy wherever he goes See what these bitches looking like Stick in all crooked like Louie V is my kyrptonite Take ya bitch and I give her back Give her this and I give her that Fine wine and lobster tail Candle light and Kristette Michelle Look at the pussy and play kiss and tell Fix her hair then fix her nails Even pay a few bills Way I'm running shit man I should have a shoe deal And my whole crew ill Pockets on fat burger Going so hard you'd think I mixed the Viagra with the Soda Staying focused, it's Yolla Hill Black and white ice polar bear You hold her hand and I hold her hair I pull her close and put it there Started off with a OZ End up riding fo' deep Pull up to that club like muthaufckin ho you don't know me I said I pull up to that club like muthafuckin ho you don't know me Started off with a OZ End up riding fo' deep Started off with a OZ End up riding fo' deep Pull up to that club like muthaufckin' ho you don't know me When the shades of night are falling, Comes a fellow everyone knows. It's the old dope peddler, spreading joy wherever he goes End up riding fo' deep Muthafuckin' ho you don't know me Muthafuckin' ho you don't know me End up riding fo' deep
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Written by: SHONDRAE CRAWFORD, TAUHEED EPPS, SONTI BROWN
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Dope Peddler" is a song from the studio album "Based on a T.R.U. Story" by American rapper 2 Chainz, which was released by Def Jam Recordings in August 2012.
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Album SuccessAs a part of 2 Chainz's debut album, "Based on a T.R.U. Story", "Dope Peddler" is a part of an album that made a significant impact in the rap industry. The album peaked at number one on the US Billboard 200, selling 147,000 copies in its first week.
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SamplingThe song "Dope Peddler" samples Tom Lehrer's 1953 track "The Old Dope Peddler", incorporating its delicate piano riffs and some of its lyrics. This was an unusual move since Tom Lehrer was a satirical songwriter and mathematician, a far cry from the content and style that 2 Chainz is known for.
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Nominations“Based on a T.R.U. Story” received a Grammy Nomination for Best Rap Album at 55th Grammy Awards, highlighting the success of songs like "Dope Peddler" that formed the composition of the album.
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Track Theme"Dope Peddler" tackles the controversial subject of drug dealing. 2 Chainz uses wordplay to portray his experiences and observations growing up in an environment where drugs were implicitly the core of socio-economic dynamics.
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2 Chainz Style"Dope Peddler" epitomizes 2 Chainz's distinctive rap style with his deep voice rattling off racy rhymes and graphic descriptions along with his often repetitive hooks.
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Negative ResponseThe song, along with the rest of the album, received criticism from some quarters for its explicit content, lack of complexity, and the repetitive nature of the themes being explored.
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Use in Media"Dope Peddler" along with other songs on the album gained attention, with songs being played regularly on radio channels like Radio 1, making 2 Chainz one of the most recognizable voices in the rap industry at the time.
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Producer Credit"Dope Peddler" was produced by Bangladesh who has also worked with other superstars, such as Lil Wayne, Beyoncé, and Rihanna. The producer is known for his high-energy beats and dramatic instrumentals.
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Live Performances2 Chainz often performed "Dope Peddler" during his concert tours, with fans often praising his energetic live renditions. His iconic live performance at the 2013 BET Awards featured this track.
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