Screwly G - Codeine (Shot by Jay Sold Production)

 


The official music video for "Codeine" by Screwly G features the artist rapping about personal struggles and street life. The song touches on themes of loss, drug abuse, and the challenges faced in his environment.

Key themes and moments in the video include:

  • Personal Loss and Regret: Screwly G expresses sorrow over losing a friend and the regret of a car accident (0:17-0:26).
  • Drug Abuse and Mental State: He discusses abusing drugs, missing "thugs" (friends/associates), and his soul feeling unseen, preferring to be high rather than sober (0:26-0:331:42-1:47). He also mentions taking "Zen after Zen" and fighting demons alone (1:59-2:02).
  • Street Life and Loyalty: The lyrics highlight the pressures of the streets, the loyalty to his "bro" and "cho" (friends/crew), and the concept of "payback" (0:37-0:400:56-1:04).
  • Violence and Danger: The song contains references to violence, including putting "shit on post" and death being "around the corner" (0:49-0:52). He also mentions "beef" leading to violence and the consequences of being an enemy (1:14-1:26).
  • Hope and Resilience: Despite the hardships, Screwly G expresses a sense of resilience, stating he's "cool" and a "soldier" (0:40-0:422:30-2:32). He also mentions praying and hoping he's "alright" (1:31-1:34).

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