In the ever-expanding world of Hip-Hop, few names resonate as strongly with both lyricism and lifestyle as Smoke DZA. Known to fans as The Kushed God, the Harlem native has built a career on sharp wordplay, timeless collaborations, and a devotion to the culture that raised him.
But beyond his catalog, DZA stands tall as one of rap’s most unapologetic cannabis connoisseurs. Weed isn’t just a pastime for him: it’s woven into his art, his brand, and his very identity. Whether trading bars with Curren$y, sparking up with Snoop Dogg, or championing legalization after once being criminalized for the plant, Smoke DZA has cemented his place as both a hip-hop heavyweight and a cannabis ambassador, carrying the torch for a lifestyle he lives and breathes daily.
High Times caught up with Smoke DZA at Ted’s Fest in Los Angeles, California. DZA performed on stage and even brought his wrestling group 4th Rope, sharing the bill with G Perico, Cornfed Ted, and the legendary B-Legit.
How much do you smoke in a day? We got the blunt rolled up right now.
I smoke a lot. I wake up, I might run through three or four to get me started. And then gradually through the day, I’m rolling. And if I’m out, I’m rolling even more because I got social anxiety nowadays. I’m just smoking to be doing something, I guess. But I smoke a lot.
Do you smoke first thing in the morning before you brush your teeth, or after?
Before and after.
Favorite munchies?
Trail mix.
What kind of trail mix?
Cranberries, cashews, pistachios, peanuts, almonds. That little mix-up right there.
You got raisins in your shit?
I like raisins.
You like chocolate?
Nah.
Sativa or Indica?
Indica.
Favorite strain?
Luigi …
Read More
Author: Shirley Ju / High Times
