Medicine Man

Song Meaning

The narrator paints a vivid picture of a life fueled by substances, but with a twist. They're not chasing the oblivion of harder drugs like oxycontin, instead focusing on "methazine" and "marijuana." This isn't about escape, but rather a deliberate choice to "slow it by the moe," positioning themselves as a dealer, a "medicine man" who provides the preferred, less destructive highs. The contrast between "shrimp and lobster" and "sour D's" suggests a life of indulgence, even luxury, built on this specific trade. The narrator's speed and ambition are undeniable, "at a hundred mile per hour speed," refusing to "slow down" for anyone. The central tension lies in the narrator's self-proclaimed "drugs free" status, juxtaposed with their constant engagement with and distribution of marijuana. This paradox is the core of their identity as the "medicine man." They "keep my drugs free" and "live drugs free," which seems to refer to their personal detachment from the more destructive aspects of drug culture, while still profiting from and facilitating the use of weed. It's a carefully constructed image of control and curated consumption, even as they "sip champagne in the..loud pack." The lyrics cleverly employ repetition to hammer home this unique self-definition. The hook, "I keep my drugs free, drugs free / I live drugs free, every day drugs free," acts as a mantra, reinforcing their distinct position. This isn't the typical narrative of addiction or dealing; it's about a specific, almost artisanal approach to cannabis culture. The "computer love" found on Twitter for weed and "Bermuda bud" further highlight a modern, almost tech-savvy engagement with their chosen "medicine." Ultimately, the effectiveness of these lyrics stems from this defiant, almost boastful embrace of a specific lifestyle. The narrator isn't apologizing; they're celebrating their hustle and their chosen path. The blend of street wisdom, entrepreneurial spirit, and a curated indulgence in marijuana creates a compelling character who navigates their world at high speed, on their own terms, and with a unique definition of being "drugs free."