Because I Got High
Afroman
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I was gonna clean my room until I got high I was gonna get up and find the broom but then I got high My room is still messed up and I know why 'Cause I got high I was gonna go to class before I got high I coulda cheated and I coulda passed but I got high I am taking it next semester and I know why 'Cause I got high Because I got high Because I got high I was gonna go to work but then I got high I just got a new promotion but I got high Now I'm selling dope and I know why 'Cause I got high Because I got high Because I got high I was gonna go to court before I got high I was gonna pay my child support but then I got high They took my whole paycheck and I know why 'Cause I got high Because I got high Because I got high I wasn't gonna run from the cops but I was high I was gonna pull right over and stop but I was high Now I am a paraplegic, and I know why, 'cause I got high Because I got high Because I got high I was gonna pay my car note until I got high I wasn't gonna gamble on the boat but then I got high Now the tow truck is pulling away and I know why 'Cause I got high Because I got high Because I got high I was gonna make love to you but then I got high I was gonna eat yo pussy too but then I got high Now I'm jacking off and I know why 'Cause I got high Because I got high Because I got high I messed up my entire life because I got high I lost my kids and wife because I got high Now I'm sleeping on the sidewalk and I know why 'Cause I got high Because I got high Because I got high I'm gonna stop singing this song because I'm high I'm singing this whole thing wrong because I'm high And if I don't sell one copy I know why 'Cause I'm high Because I'm high Because I'm high
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Written by: Joseph Foreman
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Because I Got High" was released on June 20, 2001, as the lead single of "The Good Times" album.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number 1 on the charts in many countries, including the UK, and topped out at number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US.
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Grammy Nomination"Because I Got High" was nominated for a Grammy for Best Rap Solo Performance in 2002.
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Comedy ToneThe song is known for its comedic tone, with Afroman declaring how different aspects of his life fell apart, all because he was high.
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Cultural Influence"Because I Got High" is often considered a counterculture anthem due to its recreational drug-theme.
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Movie FeatureThe song was featured in the movie "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back".
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Internet BoostThe track became popular after it was circulated on the early file-sharing site Napster, leading to its eventual record deal and commercial release.
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Anti-Drug InitiativeIn 2014, Afroman remade the song as part of an initiative to advocate for the legalization of marijuana, citing potential tax benefits and possible medical uses.
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Law LimitationDue to its explicit drug content, "Because I Got High" is often subject to law limitations, being banned by some radio stations.
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GenreThe genre of the song is a combination of comedy hip-hop and dirty rap.
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Musical Accompaniment"Because I Got High" incorporates a simple, catchy melody and beat, with a light-hearted, laid-back vibe combined with a comedic storytelling rap.
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Viral SuccessThe song is considered to be one of the first examples of a viral internet sensation leading to mainstream commercial success.
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