The official music video reinforces the lyrical themes with high-fashion, dreamlike imagery featuring various models in intimate settings. Collaborative Dynamic
The song highlights the frequent collaboration between G-Eazy and Marc E. Bassy, who are known for their chemistry on tracks like "Friend Zone". Bassy provides the melodic, soulful hook that contrasts G-Eazy's smooth, rhythmic verses. G-Eazy - Some Kind Of Drug (Audio) ft. Marc E. Bassy
"," featuring Marc E. Bassy , is a atmospheric R&B/Hip-Hop track by American rapper G-Eazy . Released on December 4, 2015, it served as a breakout single from his platinum-certified sophomore album, When It’s Dark Out . Core Themes & Meaning
The song was produced by Rice N' Peas , with additional work by Christoph Andersson and G-Eazy himself, resulting in its signature "sleepy" yet rhythmic sound.
G-Eazy describes how the relationship disrupts his professional life, stating he is "changing [his] schedule" and losing money just to spend time with her.
The song explores the intoxicating and addictive nature of a intense sexual relationship. Both G-Eazy and Marc E. Bassy use drug-related metaphors to describe their obsession with a partner:
The lyrics compare a woman's presence to a substance that the artist "cannot find enough" of, leading to physical symptoms like shaking and being unable to stay still.
The setting—luxury hotel rooms with "champagne poppin'" and "bath water runnin'"—reinforces the theme of a hedonistic, isolated world shared between two people. Commercial Impact & Critical Reception