Smoke Two Joints
The Toyes
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I smoke two joints in the morning, I smoke two joints at night I smoke two joints in the afternoon, it makes me feel alright I smoke two joints in time of peace, and two in time of war I smoke two joints before I smoke two joints, and then I smoke two more Oh, my daddy he once told me, "Son, you be hard working man" My mama she once told me, "Son, you do the best you can" But then one day I met a man who came up to me and said "Hard work good and hard work fine, but first take care of head" So now, I smoke two joints when I get up, in the car I smoke two joints I smoke two joints when I play video game, and at every ten thousand points (I smoke two joints) I smoke two joints in time of peace, and two in time of war I smoke two joints before I smoke two joints, and then I smoke two more Oh, my daddy he once told me, "Son, you be hard working man" My mama she once told me, "Son, you do the bet you can" But then one day I met a man who came up to me and said "Hard work good and hard work fine, but first take care of head" I smoke two joints in the morning, I smoke two joints at night I smoke two joints in the afternoon, it makes me feel alright I smoke two joints in time of peace, and two in time of war I smoke two joints before I smoke two joints, and then I smoke two more SMOKE TWO JOINTS That's what I do SMOKE TWO JOINTS Come smoke two joints with me in the morning SMOKE TWO JOINTS Come smoke two joints with me in the afternoon, yeah SMOKE TWO JOINTS Hey, would you rather smoke two joints or rather do your homework? SMOKE TWO JOINTS I new you were going to say that! SMOKE TWO JOINTS SMOKE TWO JOINTS That's what I do! SMOKE TWO JOINTS
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Written by: Chris Kay, Michael A Kay
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Smoke Two Joints" was originally released in 1983 by The Toyes.
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Genre ClassificationThe song falls under the reggae genre, showcasing the distinct rhythmic style that originates from Jamaica.
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Sub-Culture ReferenceThe song has become a flag-bearer for the stoner subculture due to its explicit references to cannabis use.
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Pop-Cultural ImpactIt has been featured in various forms of media, demonstrating its resonance with pop culture beyond its original audience.
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Lyrics InspirationThe song was inspired by a cartoon of a dog smoking a joint that songwriter, Mawg, saw in a “Playboy” magazine.
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Cover Versions"Smoke Two Joints" became even more popular when it was covered by the band Sublime for their 1992 "40oz. to Freedom" album.
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Music VideoThe Toyes released a music video for "Smoke Two Joints" in 2013, 30 years after the original song release.
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Fence Sitters SongThe Toyes described "Smoke Two Joints" as a “fence-sitters” song about marijuana.
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Song ProliferationDespite not having much radio play due to its controversial subject matter, the song has managed to remain popular through tape sharing and word of mouth, showcasing the efficacy of alternative dissemination methods in the music industry.
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Use in MoviesThe song was featured in the movies "Mallrats" in 1995 and "Homegrown" in 1998, signifying its breakout from the reggae genre into wider pop culture.
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ParodiesThe song sparked parodies and covers by other artists including punk band NOFX and Minneapolis acoustic folk rock band Billy and The Bangers.
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Reception"Smoke Two Joints" has often been praised for its catchy tune and humor, while at the same time causing controversy due to its explicit focus on drug use.
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