In 2018, Hayden was in a serious car crash. He spent 20 days in hospital and six days on life support.
Hayden is best known for his Luh Kel-assisted song “Brothers,” which racked up more than six million views on YouTube as of January 2020. The Modesto-based rapper saw his fame swell with the release of his single “29.”
Drop A Tear
Bankrol Hayden Lyrics
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I always throw my pain on you (uh, uh, uh, uh)
My head went straight up, went confused
So many times that we've been traded, we've been used
But I can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
We come too far, you know we come from the jungle
Can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
'Cause we come too far, you know we come from the jungle
Uh, like I ain't trippin'
I was caught up in your ways
I'm tryna put on for my brothers, that's my focus nowadays
Like now I'm trippin'
'Cause you was leavin' anyway
And your emotions out of place
I never thought that you would change, I swear
Shit so real, I got the chills
I done made this shit so real
Made some money out this deal
Finna pay my mama bills
For my brothers I drill
Spin a opp block, no chill
Get jammed up, we gon' see who real
In the hospital bed, I was poppin' them pills, yeah, yeah
Me and you ain't close, as we just used to be
Used to be
People hit me up, but I ain't used to it
Family askin' favors 'cause I got some money now
When I get that money all these bitches actin' funny now
I almost dropped a tear for you, uh
I always throw my pain on you (uh, uh, uh, uh)
My head went straight up, went confused
So many times that we've been traded, we've been used
But I can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
We come too far, you know we come from the jungle
Can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
'Cause we come too far, you know we come from the jungle
Baby
Told Lil D look up the best appeal lawyer in Georgia
I'ma get it for you
Cookin' up them meals, make sure I eat
You know I feel for you
Can't believe no Lil Milty turned south
I would've killed for you
Left me at lowest, I can't even say I still love you
I'm the type to tell lil' bro, "Don't shoot"
He gon' still bust you
Comin' up, my life was hard
Fat Daddy died, we was still in the car
He just did a five, make you doin' time again
I can't lose, nah, someone gotta win
I love my dawgs, I ain't got a friend
Woo 'bout to touch down, he just did ten
Back on the wall, how the fuck I'ma fall?
When I stand on my team, do you understand?
Buckin' the law, give a fuck 'bout your plan
When I hop out my car, my gun in my hand
Niggas switch up and I don't even know why, it's so many shit I don't understand
I can't drop no tears now
I've been cold for some years now
I almost dropped a tear for you, uh
I always throw my pain on you (uh, uh, uh, uh)
My head went straight up, went confused
So many times that we've been traded, we've been used
But I can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
We come too far, you know we come from the jungle
Can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
'Cause we come too far, you know we come from the jungle
I almost dropped a tear for you, uh
I always throw my pain on you (uh, uh, uh, uh)
My head went straight up, went confused
So many times that we've been traded, we've been used
The lyrics of "Drop A Tear" by Bankrol Hayden explore the theme of pain, loss, and struggle. The rapper confesses his emotions and how he is affected by the news. He almost dropped a tear, but he can't move on. He feels confused and used, and he is struggling to cope with the reality of his situation. Hayden reflects back on times when he and his friend(s) have been traded and used, but they've come too far to give up now. He talks about putting on for his brothers and family, and how now that he has some money, people come out of nowhere asking for favors or acting funny around him. The rapper emphasizes that he is still holding it down for his team, even when everyone else is switching up. Finally, he talks about how he's been cold for some years now and can no longer drop tears.
The chorus echoes the title of the song, "I almost dropped a tear for you," which points towards a deep emotional pain that the rapper is experiencing. It seems that the "you" referred to in the song is someone who he was close to, who he used to throw his pain on. Hayden acknowledges that he's not as close to the person as they used to be, and that he's now on a different path. Despite this, he can't move on, and the news they received has left him feeling dropped.
Line by Line Meaning
I almost dropped a tear for you, uh
I almost cried for you due to emotional pain caused by how you treated me.
I always throw my pain on you (uh, uh, uh, uh)
I constantly communicate my emotional pain to you, burdening you with my problems.
My head went straight up, went confused
I felt both surprised and unsure about the situation that unfolded.
So many times that we've been traded, we've been used
We've been through manipulations and deceitful acts numerous times before.
But I can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
I'm finding it hard to let go of the situation because the news was so unexpected and it hit me hard.
We come too far, you know we come from the jungle
Despite the challenges, we've made it to where we are today, and we come from a place where survival was difficult.
Uh, like I ain't trippin'
I'm trying to maintain my composure and not stress out too much.
I was caught up in your ways
I was involved in your lifestyle and mindset.
I'm tryna put on for my brothers, that's my focus nowadays
I'm working hard to support my family, and that's my main priority at the moment.
Like now I'm trippin'
Now I'm starting to worry and stress out more than before.
'Cause you was leavin' anyway
I realized that you were planning to leave me all along.
And your emotions out of place
Your behavior is erratic and confusing.
I never thought that you would change, I swear
I didn't expect you to be different from what I knew of you before.
Shit so real, I got the chills
The situation is intense and gives me an eerie feeling.
I done made this shit so real
I've turned things into reality with my actions and decisions.
Made some money out this deal
I've earned some profit from these transactions.
Finna pay my mama bills
I'm going to use the money I make to help my mother pay her bills.
For my brothers I drill
I'll do whatever it takes to protect and provide for my family.
Spin a opp block, no chill
I'll aggressively confront my enemies without hesitation.
Get jammed up, we gon' see who real
If we get into trouble with the law, we'll find out who is truly loyal.
In the hospital bed, I was poppin' them pills, yeah, yeah
I resorted to taking medication to cope with the emotional pain I was feeling.
Me and you ain't close, as we just used to be
Our relationship has become distant, and we're not as close as we used to be.
People hit me up, but I ain't used to it
I'm not accustomed to receiving a lot of attention or communication from others.
Family askin' favors 'cause I got some money now
My family members are requesting my help because I have more financial resources now.
When I get that money all these bitches actin' funny now
When I have money, some women's behavior towards me changes for the worse.
Baby
A term of endearment directed towards a loved one.
Told Lil D look up the best appeal lawyer in Georgia
I gave orders to someone named Lil D to find the best lawyer in Georgia to help with a legal appeal.
I'ma get it for you
I'll make sure to obtain the best lawyer for you.
Cookin' up them meals, make sure I eat
I'm taking care of myself by preparing food and making sure I don't go hungry.
You know I feel for you
You know that I empathize and care about you.
Can't believe no Lil Milty turned south
I'm shocked that someone named Lil Milty has become dishonest or disloyal.
I would've killed for you
I would have done anything to protect and help you.
Left me at lowest, I can't even say I still love you
You abandoned me at a low point in my life, and I can't even say that I still have feelings of love towards you.
I'm the type to tell lil' bro, "Don't shoot"
I'm the kind of person who advises a younger brother figure not to resort to violence.
He gon' still bust you
However, if provoked, that same younger brother figure may still use violence against the perceived threat.
Comin' up, my life was hard
Growing up, my life was difficult.
Fat Daddy died, we was still in the car
My father figure died while we were still riding in the car together.
He just did a five, make you doin' time again
Someone I know just served a five-year prison sentence, and I'm worried that they may end up back in prison again.
I can't lose, nah, someone gotta win
I can't afford to fail, so I need to make sure someone comes out on top.
I love my dawgs, I ain't got a friend
I only trust and care for my closest friends, and I don't have any casual acquaintances.
Woo 'bout to touch down, he just did ten
Someone named Woo is about to be released from a ten-year prison sentence.
Back on the wall, how the fuck I'ma fall?
I'm in a difficult situation again, and I'm unsure how I'll manage to overcome it.
When I stand on my team, do you understand?
When I back up and support my team, do you comprehend or appreciate it?
Buckin' the law, give a fuck 'bout your plan
I'm defying the law, and I don't care about your ideas for how I should live my life.
When I hop out my car, my gun in my hand
When I leave my vehicle, I hold a firearm.
Niggas switch up and I don't even know why, it's so many shit I don't understand
People change without explanation, and there are many things happening around me that are confusing and unclear.
I can't drop no tears now
I can't cry anymore.
I've been cold for some years now
I've been emotionally detached for a long time now.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bailey Lindley, Dominique Jones, Hayden Inacio, William Zan Zandt
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Lord
[Chorus: Bankrol Hayden]
I almost dropped a tear for you, uh
I always throw my pain on you (Uh, uh, uh, uh)
My head went straight up, we confused
So many times that we've been traded, we've been used
But I can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
We've come too far, you know we come from the jungle
Can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
'Cause we've come too far, you know we come from that jungle
[Verse 1: Bankrol Hayden]
Uh, like I ain't trippin'
I was caught up in your ways
I'm tryna put on for my brothers, that's my focus nowadays
Like now I'm trippin'
'Cause you was leavin' anyway
And your emotions out of place
I never thought that you would change, I swear
Shit so real, I got the chills
I done made this shit so real
Made some money out this deal
Finna pay my mama bills
For my brothers, I drill
Spin up, I brought no chill
Get jammed up, we gon' see who real
In the hospital bed, I was poppin' them pills, yeah, yeah
Me and you ain't close, as we just used to be
Used to be
People hit me up, but I ain't used to it
Family askin' favors 'cause I got some money now
When I get that money all these bitches actin' funny now
[Chorus: Bankrol Hayden & Lil Baby]
I almost dropped a tear for you, uh
I always throw my pain on you (Uh, uh, uh, uh)
My head went straight up, we confused
So many times that we've been traded, we've been used
But I can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
We've come too far, you know we come from the jungle
Can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
'Cause we've come too far, you know we come from the jungle (Baby)
[Verse 2: Lil Baby]
Told the dealer got the best appeal lawyer in Georgia
I'ma get it for you
Cookin' up them meals, make sure I eat
You know I feel for you
Can't believe them meals, they turned sour
I would've killed for you
Left me at lowest, I can't even say I still love you
I'm the type to tell lil' bro "don't shoot"
He gon' still bust you
Comin' up, my life was hard
Fat Daddy died, we was still in the car
He did three to five, now he doin' time again
I can't lose, naw, someone gotta win
I love my dawgs, I ain't got a friend
Woo 'bout to touch down, he just did ten
Back on the wall, how the fuck I'ma fall?
When I stand on my team, do you understand?
Buckin' the law, give a fuck 'bout your plan
When I hop out my car, my gun in my hand
Niggas switch up and I don't even know why
It's so many shit I don't understand
I can't drop no tears now
I've been cold for some years now
[Chorus: Bankrol Hayden]
I almost dropped a tear for you, uh
I always throw my pain on you (Uh, uh, uh, uh)
My head went straight up, we confused
So many times that we've been traded, we've been used
But I can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
We've come too far, you know we come from the jungle
Can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
'Cause we've come too far, you know we come from the jungle
[Outro: Bankrol Hayden]
I almost dropped a tear for you, uh
I always throw my pain on you (Uh, uh, uh, uh)
My head went straight up, we confused
So many times that we've been traded, we've been used
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I almost dropped a tear for you, uh
I always throw my pain on you (uh, uh, uh, uh)
My head went straight up, went confused
So many times that we've been traded, we've been used
But I can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
We come too far, you know we come from the jungle
Can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
'Cause we come too far, you know we come from the jungle
Uh, like I ain't trippin'
I was caught up in your ways
I'm tryna put on for my brothers, that's my focus nowadays
Like now I'm trippin'
'Cause you was leavin' anyway
And your emotions out of place
I never thought that you would change, I swear
Shit so real, I got the chills
I done made this shit so real
Made some money out this deal
Finna pay my mama bills
For my brothers I drill
Spin a opp block, no chill
Get jammed up, we gon' see who real
In the hospital bed, I was poppin' them pills, yeah, yeah
Me and you ain't close, as we just used to be
Used to be
People hit me up, but I ain't used to it
Family askin' favors 'cause I got some money now
When I get that money all these bitches actin' funny now
I almost dropped a tear for you, uh
I always throw my pain on you (uh, uh, uh, uh)
My head went straight up, went confused
So many times that we've been traded, we've been used
But I can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
We come too far, you know we come from the jungle
Can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
'Cause we come too far, you know we come from the jungle
Baby
Told Lil D look up the best appeal lawyer in Georgia
I'ma get it for you
Cookin' up them meals, make sure I eat
You know I feel for you
Can't believe no Lil Milty turned south
I would've killed for you
Left me at lowest, I can't even say I still love you
I'm the type to tell lil' bro, "Don't shoot"
He gon' still bust you
Comin' up, my life was hard
Fat Daddy died, we was still in the car
He just did a five, make you doin' time again
I can't lose, nah, someone gotta win
I love my dawgs, I ain't got a friend
Woo 'bout to touch down, he just did ten
Back on the wall, how the fuck I'ma fall?
When I stand on my team, do you understand?
Buckin' the law, give a fuck 'bout your plan
When I hop out my car, my gun in my hand
Niggas switch up and I don't even know why, it's so many shit I don't understand
I can't drop no tears now
I've been cold for some years now
I almost dropped a tear for you, uh
I always throw my pain on you (uh, uh, uh, uh)
My head went straight up, went confused
So many times that we've been traded, we've been used
But I can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
We come too far, you know we come from the jungle
Can't move on, you know the news had me dropped
'Cause we come too far, you know we come from the jungle
I almost dropped a tear for you, uh
I always throw my pain on you (uh, uh, uh, uh)
My head went straight up, went confused
So many times that we've been traded, we've been used
SpreadLuv
Who else thinks lil baby going crazy with the features?🔥
shakurlife2
he's a standup guy doing all these features for smaller artists, you don't see other rappers doing features like this and also showing up for the music video. dont think its all about the money for him, he's puttin them on
ccawes
Lil baby ruined this song
ccawes
DMC Dirty cap. Hayden carried lil baby
SpreadLuv
@ccawes you think so?? I think lil baby carried but imo I never heard of this small artist but I'll give him a chance
Dripz I’d
This song is insane Bankrol Hayden is finally blowing up
Jisha Kattathara
He blew up when he released Costa Rica
Lamour Glady Gesner
I thought i was listeng to A boogie song lmao😂
MrYeast
@Jonathan Douglas rly, he shouts out to the people who helped him in multiple songs of his, and he was in a near fatal car crash and he said that he forgives the people that got him in that crash "theres nothing against them, its what happened what happened, it is just life". Doesn't sound like a "bitch" to me, idk maybe im just not a great judge of character. (that last phrase was sarcastic btw)
Han Sen
@MrYeast yeah some ppl really don't do their research before commenting stuff on the internet, just ignore them cuz real ones know what hayden is like. There will always be dumb ass haters who say dumb ass shit.