Beenie Man's 3 Things He Can't Smoke Without

Anthony Moses Davis — Beenie Man — has been recording since he was a child and has spent decades as the most recognizable voice in dancehall. From Kingston to Queens, cannabis has run through his music, his ritual, and his routine.

For Beenie Man, everything starts with the flower.

While discussing his preferences, he explained that quality matters more than flashy branding or hype. He prefers flower that is properly cured, slightly darker in appearance, moist without being wet, and smooth-burning once rolled.

His advice reflects something experienced cannabis consumers have known for years: appearance alone doesn't determine quality. Proper drying, curing, aroma, and burn characteristics often tell a much bigger story.

"I smoke the highest grade and the best. No bullshit."

"When you put it in the wizzy and light it, it just easily burn."

The second essential is simple: quality rolling papers.

According to Beenie Man, every smoker needs a reliable paper to roll with. Whether someone prefers a traditional joint, mixes in grabba, or has their own personal style, the paper remains a critical part of the experience.

The ritual of rolling remains a major part of cannabis culture throughout New York, Jamaica, and around the world.

"You need to have rizzla, which is the paper that you roll your cannabis in."

The final item on Beenie Man's list may be the most practical: a lighter.

After finding quality flower and rolling the perfect joint, nothing matters if you can't light it. For Beenie Man, that moment when the lighter sparks everything into motion is what cannabis culture is all about.

"The most important thing to have as a smoker is your lighter."

"When you fire it up, brain lit up, eyes lit up, music come up, everything just nice."

Cannabis and dancehall culture have always shared a deep connection. For generations, artists have referenced cannabis in music, storytelling, and creative expression.

Beenie Man's visit to Good Grades wasn't just about products. It was about celebrating a culture that connects people through music, community, and shared experiences — a thread that runs from Kingston sound systems to Queens dispensaries.

Three things. No shortcuts. The King of Dancehall's checklist for a great session looks the same in Kingston, in Queens, or anywhere in between — start with the highest grade you can find, roll it on a paper you trust, and keep a lighter that always sparks.

It's a reminder that cannabis culture doesn't require complication. The fundamentals still hit hardest.

"Good Grades. You get the highest grade."