Intro
NF Lyrics

I'm back, did anyone miss me?
NF is back from taking a break and wonders if his fans have missed him.

They said a second record could be tricky
NF was warned that making a second record can be difficult.

Well that's kind of funny 'cause I am not tripping
He finds it funny that he did not struggle with making his second record despite the warning.

My fans, they know what it is and they with me
NF's fans understand his music and support him.

Yeah, I ain't the type that's gon' ride with the semi
He does not go along with the violence associated with guns.

I came from a town with three lakes and no city
NF grew up in a small town with little influence from a big city.

I've been doing shows for nothing but pennies
NF began his music career performing for little pay.

When I leave the stage, they never forget me
His performances are memorable to his fans.

Mansion was a glimpse of my life
His debut album 'Mansion' shows his life and thoughts.

I let you see what it's like to be in my head
The lyrics on 'Mansion' give the listener a peek into NF's mind.

People ask me what I think I think I be doin'
People ask NF what his goals are and what he wants to achieve.

If it wasn't music, I'd rather be dead
Music is his life and he cannot imagine doing anything else.

You heard what I said, that was like me at a 3, you don't want to see me at 10
The intensity of his music is already high, but NF warns that it can be much more intense.

Or maybe you do
Despite the warning, some fans may enjoy the more intense music.

I promise if that is the case, then that is what you're gonna get
If fans want more intense music, he will give it to them.

If you're looking for music with watered down lyrics
NF's music is not superficial, he writes with depth and meaning.

I promise that you need to go somewhere else
If someone wants music with uncomplicated, unprofound lyrics then they should look to other artists.

And if you want somebody to tell you everything that you wanna hear I won't be any help
NF's lyrics are honest and sometimes include harsh truths about life.

This flow is familiar, I think I heard it before
The style of his music is recognizable and familiar.

Oh yeah, I made it myself
He created his own distinct style.

I left the door open to come in my mansion but I never said it's a beautiful house
NF's album 'Mansion' is honest about the struggles and dark thoughts he experiences.

Some of ya'll sat on the porch
Some fans remained outside without ever really listening to the entirety of his music.

Looked at my windows and stared at my door
They were curious and interested in his music, but never fully embraced it.

They ask me if I'm going to kill it this record
Fans question if NF will be successful with his new album.

I laugh in their face and I ask 'em, "Do you see the blood on the floor?"
NF has already poured a lot of himself into the creation of this album and it has come at a cost.

He's at it again, NF is crazy he's bad with the kids
Some people negatively label NF for his intense music style and relatable lyrics.

He never talks about nothing but him
Some believe that NF is self-obsessed and only writes about himself.

Yeah, my friends say, "He's kind of a diva"
Some of his friends refer to him as being difficult to work with.

Well, you need to get some new friends
He disagrees with their personal evaluations of him.

I'm as true as it gets
He is authentic and genuine in his artistry.

'Til I get on the stage and flip on the switch
He becomes someone else completely when performing.

And I go to a place where nobody is
NF gets lost in the music on stage and forgets that there is an audience.

If you putting my name in the song, that's something that you won't regret
Featuring him in a song will only improve the quality.

I'm not lying to you here
He is being sincere with his lyrics and message.

I remember the shows when no one was there
NF recalls a time when few people came to his shows.

I remember the shows when nobody cared
And a time when people were not invested in his music.

Some people in front of me laughing like, "He isn't going nowhere"
Despite the negativity from some audiences, he has persevered and continued forward with his music career.

It's funny now, isn't it?
Looking back, the negative comments from before are insignificant now that he has achieved success.

This type of life isn't how I envisioned it
Success has come with unexpected downsides and challenges.

This type of life, it just ain't how I pictured it
NF did not realize how difficult being famous would be.

I'm in the back of the tour bus, trying to face how my family is different
On tour, he reflects on his family life and how he differs from them.

Not what you think it is
His life is not what others might imagine it to be.

Write a review, tell me what you think of this
He asks his audience to give feedback on his music.

Give me three stars and call me and idiot
He is okay with receiving less than perfect reviews.

But to be honest, it don't make a difference
The opinions of others do not impact his love for his music.

I know some people don't get it
He is aware that some listeners may not comprehend the meaning behind his lyrics.

But you have now entered the Therapy Session
The listener has entered a space where NF is free to express his true thoughts and emotions through his music.

If you don't like music that's personal
If someone is not interested in deeply personal music, then NF's songs may not be for them.

I have no clue what you people are doing here
He is unsure why someone who does not like personal music would listen to his songs.

Might as well throw out the record
If someone dislikes personal music they should simply not listen to the album.

I pull up a chair
NF wants his audience to feel engaged in his music.

I track through my music like nobody's there
He writes music as if he is the only person listening.

Only person I judge is the one in the mirror
He is his own harshest critic.

I'm lately he ain't doin' well
He has been struggling with the image he sees of himself.

I don't need ya'll in my ear
He is tired of outside opinions on his music and personal life.

I'm tired of hearing it
Negative opinions from outsiders are burdensome.

You call it music, I call it my therapist
Music serves as an emotional outlet for NF and provides therapy.

Sick people telling me I have been carrying way too much baggage
Some people consider NF's honesty about his struggles to be unhealthy.

I need to take care of it
He acknowledges that he has emotional baggage to take care of and work through.

I know she's right, but man it's embarrassing
He understands those closest to him can see his emotional shortcomings, but is ashamed of them.

Music has raised me more than my parents did
NF's music has had a greater impact on him than his parental upbringing.

Take out a picture of us and I stare at it
He reflects on images of his family for emotional support.

Who am I kidding? You probably ain't hearing this
He acknowledges that those who criticize his music probably won't listen to him.

Show me an artist you want to compare me with
He challenges those who negatively label him to find another artist who can relate to their music.

You put us both on a track, I'm a bury 'em
NF is confident in his ability to outperform other artists on a collaboration track.

Give me this shovel, it's 'bout to get scarier
He is ready to use his skills as a lyricist to create something truly memorable.

None of you want to attack what you staring at
He challenges his critics to come at him head on.

I see you got beats, but where is the lyrics at?
He believes that some artists sacrifice lyrics for popular beats.

NF is the logo, you know I been wearing that
He embraces his musical identity as NF.

Don't come to my show and be sittin' in the very back
If someone is not fully invested in his music they should not attend his shows.

I call you out in the crowd like, "There he is!"
He will confront those who do not show the proper respect for his artistry.

I thought I'd be happy, It feels like I'm cursed
Despite his success, he still struggles with inner turmoil and negative emotions.

It's hard to be clean when you play in the dirt
Being exposed to the more negative aspects of the music industry has made it difficult for him to stay true to his own artistic vision.

You gave me this place to go when I'm hurting
Creating music has acted as an emotional sanctuary for him in difficult times.

I thought it'd get better, but it's getting worse
He believed that as he achieved success, his personal struggles would alleviate but instead has only intensified.

And I got nobody to blame when I work, like 24/7
He has no one to blame for his hard work and dedication except himself.

I ain't been to church, and Satan keep callin' me, he tryin' to flirt
Despite not being religious, the negativity and temptations presented in his career are mounting.

I hang up the phone, these are more than just words
He actively tries to resist negative and destructive influences.

I drive on that highway and listen to Mansion
NF listens to his own music as an anchor and reminder of his roots and artistic vision.

I look up to God like, "When did this happen?"
He is in disbelief at how his life has changed since becoming successful.

Yelling with all of my fans to "Wake up!"
Despite his own struggles, he urges his fans to be aware and conscious of their own issues and experiences.

But feel like I haven't
Despite his wishes for his fans, he struggles to make meaningful change in his own life.

I get emotional, I didn't plan this
Despite being a successful artist, he still feels raw emotions and struggles.

I'm doing things I never imagined
He has accomplished more than he thought was possible for himself.

I'm sorry but I gotta leave
He has to leave this therapy session.

I don't wanna be late for my therapy session
He refers to creating music as his therapy session and must get back to it.