Smoke I - Roy Jones I
Roy Jones Jr. originally intended to provide only a small verse, viewing his rap career as an inspirational extension of his legendary status in the ring. Visuals & Music Video
The central chorus—"I smoke, I drank / I'm supposed to stop but I can't"—reflects the gritty, "buck" lifestyle associated with Louisiana and Atlanta street culture. Roy Jones I Smoke I
The video portrays the rappers attending an Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meeting at the fictional "Phoenix Center for Addiction". Roy Jones Jr
Directed by (who later directed M.I.A.’s "Paper Planes"), the music video features a satirical take on the song's themes. The video portrays the rappers attending an Alcoholics
It utilizes "chopped and screwed" visual editing techniques—such as alternating frame sizes and brief time-lapses—popularized by Southern artists like Mike Jones and Bun B. 's boxing-inspired tracks like "Can't Be Touched"?
"" is the breakout southern rap single by the Body Head Bangerz , a hip-hop group founded by legendary boxer Roy Jones Jr. . Released in 2004 as part of the album Body Head Bangerz, Vol. 1 , the track became a regional anthem and a staple of the "Dirty South" era. Production & Collaboration
The song was originally a collaboration between former No Limit artist , Lil Boosie, and Young Bleed. Recognizing its hit potential, Roy Jones Jr. spearheaded a high-profile remix that added Atlanta duo YoungBloodZ .