‘Codeine Cups’ Juicy J (2012) “Codeine Cups” is a quintessential track by Memphis hip-hop legend Juicy J, released in May 2012 as part of his mixtape Blue Dream & Lean. The song is notably built around a slowed-down, ethereal sample of The Weeknd’s 2011 track “The Morning,” which provides the hazy, trippy atmosphere that became a hallmark of Juicy J’s solo resurgence in the early 2010s. Lyrically, the record is a raw exploration of the “trippy” lifestyle, centered on themes of substance use and the nightlife, fitting perfectly within the G-Unit and Taylor Gang aesthetic of that era. While not a mainstream radio single, “Codeine Cups” gained massive underground popularity and remains a cult favorite among fans of the Soundcloud and mixtape rap eras. Its success helped pave the way for Juicy J’s official collaboration with The Weeknd on the 2013 hit “One of Those Nights,” which further bridged the gap between dark R&B and Southern trap. … #juicyj #theweeknd #memphis #soundcloud