April 20th 2023.
Today marks April 20th, also known as 420 - a day celebrated worldwide by cannabis enthusiasts! No matter why it's here, the important thing is that it is, and what better way to celebrate than with some hip-hop songs that pay homage to marijuana culture? We've put together a list of seven songs that we think perfectly capture the spirit of this day. So let's sit back, relax, and puff, puff, pass...
First up is Luniz's "I Got 5 On It" - an Oakland-based duo consisting of Yukmouth and Numskull. This was their introduction to the world, and it's still a club banger that gets everyone moving. There are two versions of the song, plus a remix featuring several Bay Area rappers.
Next is Channel Live's "Mad Izm" - taking us to the East Coast, right next to the birthplace of hip-hop - New York City. The duo, Tuffy and Hakim, received help from their mentor KRS-One on their debut single. The lyrics focus on the weed-smoking antics of the three emcees. This single was off their album Station Identification.
Finally, we have Wiz Khalifa's "Mary 3X" - a soulful jam from the Pittsburgh native that's all about marijuana and the culture surrounding it. It's Wiz's way of celebrating 420, and the song was released on the same day as his Rolling Papers 2 album.
It's April 20th, fondly known as '420' - a day that has become internationally celebrated to recognize the use of cannabis. Although the origin of this day is contested, many don't care why it exists, they're just thankful that it does! Even in hip-hop, the use and references to marijuana have been commonplace since its early days.
To commemorate this occasion, seven hip-hop songs have been picked out to honor the culture surrounding cannabis. Notable omissions include Snoop Dogg, as his songs often have a weed reference.
In no particular order, let's start the celebration with Luniz's 'I Got 5 On It'. This was the group's first single off their debut album, 'Operation Stackola', and it still gets people moving across clubs and venues worldwide. Channel Live's 'Mad Izm' brings us to the East Coast and features the help of their mentor, KRS-One. Lastly, Wiz Khalifa's 'Mary 3X' is an ode to the love of Mary Jane and the emotions it can evoke.
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