In 2014, Afroman was living in Ohio and released "Because I Got High (Positive Remix)" in association with NORML about the pro-legalization of marijuana in antipaction of an upcoming vote regarding making the drug legal in the state. That year, the remix was included on an EP titled One Hit Wonder. Afroman has followed up his 2001 hit 'Because I Got High' with a new 'Positive Remix,' to encourage voters to legalize marijuana. Mike Janela (@mikejanela) h The song got into the top 10 on the charts of many countries and peaked at #8 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song's popularity continues to this day, thanks in large part to an ominous remix of the song being featured as the anchor song for the soundtrack of Jordan Peele's horror thriller "Us" starring Lupita Nyong'o. Tim Mosenfelder // Getty Images The lyrics paint a detailed picture of the socioeconomic struggles, violence, and eventual disillusionment that the artist faced while living in a notorious neighborhood. Through his storytelling, Afroman sheds light on the harsh realities of life in Palmdale, touching on themes of poverty, gang culture, limited opportunities, and the cyclical Stream Afroman - "Because I Got High" Positive Remix (2014) by 3sUP | Listen online for free on SoundCloud. Save now on our best plan for artists. Get unlimited uploads, exclusive tools, benefits, and more with Next Pro for $99/year. Play. Universal Records caught wind and signed Afroman to a six album deal, releasing "Because I Got High" as a single on July 6, 2001. The track immediately became one of the most-requested songs .

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