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D.N.B Lyrics


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Escobar season has returned...
Its been a long time
Been a long time comin'
Looks like the death of me now
But you know, there's no turning back now
This is what makes me
This is what I am
[Chorus:]
You can hate me now (QB)
But I won't stop now (Real Niggas)
Cause I can't stop now (Bravehearts)
You can hate me now (C'mon)
But I won't stop now
'Cause I can't stop now
You can hate me now
You can hate me nooow

Do it now, do it now
Do it now

Don't hate me, hate the money I see, clothes that I buy
Ice that I wear, clothes that I try
Close your eyes, picture me rollin',
Sixes, money foldin'
Bitches honeys that swollen
The riches, Nas get in ya
Most critically acclaimed Pulitzer prize winner
Best storyteller thug narrator my style's greater
Model dater, big threat to a lot of you haters
Commentators ring side try watchin' my paper
Almost a decade quite impressive
Most of the best is in the essence
For this rap shit that I stand for
Expanding more to the big screen
Bill gates dreams
But it seems you'd rather see me in jail
With state dreams
Want me off the scene fast
But good things last
Like your favorite M.C. still makin' some mean cash
First rapper to bring a platinum plaque
Back to the projects
But you still want to hate, be my guest
I suggest

Do it now
[Chorus :]

Do it now, I told you do it now

You want to hate me then hate me
What can I do?
But keep gettin' money
Funny I was just like you
I had to hustle hard never give up
Until I made it
Now why'all sayin' that's a clever nigga
Nothing to play with
Hate on me, I blew but I'm the same ol G
People warn me, when you're on top there's envy
Took my niggas out the hood but you doubt on us
Sayin' we left the hood
But can't get it out of us
My bad, should I step out my shoes
Give 'em to you?
Here's my car and my house
You can live in that too
Criticize when I flow for the streets
Hate my dress code
Gucci this, Fendi that
What you expect hoe
Nickname esco
Took this game to its threshold
Best flow I bet the whole U.S. know
Try to make it like you the realest
But who the illest?
Think we all know the answer to that
Cause niggas feel this right

Do it now
[Chorus:]

Its a thin line between paper and hate
Friends and snakes, nine millis and thirty-eights
Hell or the pearly gates
I was destined to come
Predicted, blame God, he blew breath in my lungs
Second to none, wicked turn wives to widows
Shoot through satin pillows, the desolate one
Took a little time to claim my spot
Chairman of the board until this game stop
And I side with the Lord
Ride for the cause
While driving, niggas shot out my doors
Plottin', I'm sure to catch me
With they glocks to my jaw
Try stickin' my up but I
But I flipped on these ducks
Instead of me
Ambulances were picking them up
Niggas fear what they don't understand
Hate what they can't conquer
Guess its just a theory of man
Became a monster, atop of the world
Never fallin'
I'm as real as they come
From day one, forever ballin'
See'mon

[Chorus: Repeat 2X]

(Do it now, do it now)
(do it now, do it now)
(c'mon)
(Hate me now, hate me now)
(C'mon niggas, see'mon niggas)




(do it now, get the shit over with)
(it ain't gonna ever stop niggas)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of D.N.A's song "Hate Me Now" are about the determination to succeed despite opposition and the criticism that comes with success. The opening lines of the song, "Escobar season has returned… It's been a long time, been a long time comin', looks like the death of me now…" implies that the artist is aware of his haters and their desire to see him fail, but he has risen above their negativity and returned stronger. He acknowledges that there’s no turning back now and continues to push forward regardless of people's opinions. In the chorus, he declares that relentless critics cannot stop him because he can't stop now. He then goes on to address the hate that he and other successful people receive, stating that you hate him for his money, clothes, and success, and not who he is as an individual.


The second verse begins with “You want to hate me then hate me. What can I do? But keep gettin' money…” Here, D.N.A is confronting his critics and expressing that their hate has no real effect on him and urges them to keep hating if that's what they want to do. He can relate to where they come from and mentions how he hustled to make it to the top. He states how people would warn him about envy when he reached the top but continued to strive for success regardless. In the bridge, the lyrics discuss how there is a thin line between paper and hate, friends and snakes, and the devil and the pearly gates, which summarizes the song's theme of the perceived opposition and negativity that accompanies success.


Line by Line Meaning

Escobar season has returned...
The era of dominance and success associated with Escobar, a powerful and influential figure, has come back.


Its been a long time
It has been a significant period since I have experienced this level of success.


Been a long time comin'
This success has been a long time coming and much anticipated.


Looks like the death of me now
Despite facing challenges and obstacles, it seems like this level of success may be overwhelming or detrimental to my well-being.


But you know, there's no turning back now
Regardless of the potential negative consequences, there is no option to retreat or give up at this point.


This is what makes me
This current situation and the success I have achieved define who I am as a person.


This is what I am
This success and the associated lifestyle is a true reflection of my identity and character.


You can hate me now (QB)
Even though you may have negative feelings towards me, particularly in this neighborhood (QB), it doesn't affect my determination.


But I won't stop now (Real Niggas)
Despite any hatred or opposition, I will continue to move forward, especially with the support of my loyal friends and associates (Real Niggas).


Cause I can't stop now (Bravehearts)
I am propelled forward by an unstoppable force, and the loyalty and bravery of my crew (Bravehearts).


You can hate me now (C'mon)
Even if you hold animosity towards me, it doesn't deter my progress or success.


Just do it now
Take action immediately without hesitation.


Don't hate me, hate the money I see, clothes that I buy
Instead of directing your hate towards me, direct it towards the wealth and luxury I possess, the fashionable clothes I purchase.


Ice that I wear, clothes that I try
Dislike the expensive jewelry I adorn myself with and the high-end clothing I experiment with.


Close your eyes, picture me rollin', sixes, money foldin'
Imagine and visualize me cruising in luxurious cars, making large amounts of money easily.


Bitches honeys that swollen, the riches, Nas get in ya
Beautiful women attracted to my wealth and success, as I have the ability to captivate and influence others like Nas does.


Most critically acclaimed Pulitzer prize winner
I am highly regarded and recognized as a talented artist, like a Pulitzer prize winner.


Best storyteller thug narrator my style's greater
I excel at narrating stories with a thug perspective, and my style surpasses others in greatness.


Model dater, big threat to a lot of you haters
Being successful in relationships with attractive models makes me a significant threat to those who envy and hate me.


Commentators ringside try watchin' my paper
Even ringside commentators, who are close observers, are interested in my financial success and achievements.


Almost a decade quite impressive
Having achieved remarkable success and influence over almost ten years is truly remarkable.


Most of the best is in the essence
The highest quality and most talented individuals are present in this field, emphasizing the importance of my accomplishments.


For this rap shit that I stand for
I am dedicated to and represent the art form and culture of rap music.


Expanding more to the big screen
I am expanding my presence and influence to the world of cinema and acting.


Bill Gates dreams
My aspirations and ambitions are comparable to those of Bill Gates, a highly successful and wealthy individual.


But it seems you'd rather see me in jail
It appears that some individuals would prefer to witness my downfall and see me imprisoned.


With state dreams
Their dreams involve me facing legal consequences and having my freedom taken away.


Want me off the scene fast
They desire my swift departure and disappearance from the music industry and public eye.


But good things last
Nevertheless, positive and deserving things endure and persist despite the opposition.


Like your favorite M.C. still makin' some mean cash
Similar to your favorite rapper, I am still generating substantial amounts of money.


First rapper to bring a platinum plaque back to the projects
I hold the distinction of being the initial rapper to achieve platinum record sales within impoverished neighborhoods.


But you still want to hate, be my guest
Despite my achievements, you are free to continue harboring hate and negativity towards me, if you choose.


I suggest, do it now
My recommendation is to take action and direct your hate towards me immediately.


You want to hate me then hate me
If your desire is to harbor hatred towards me, go ahead and do so.


What can I do?
There is nothing I can do to change your disposition towards me.


But keep gettin' money
Despite the hate, my focus remains on accumulating wealth and financial success.


Funny I was just like you
It is ironic that I used to be in the same position of hating and harboring negativity towards others.


I had to hustle hard never give up until I made it
I had to work relentlessly, persevere, and refuse to give up until I achieved success.


Now why'all sayin' that's a clever nigga
Now everyone recognizes and acknowledges my intelligence and cleverness.


Nothing to play with
My skills and abilities are not to be taken lightly or underestimated.


Hate on me, I blew but I'm the same ol G
You may dislike my success, but despite it, I remain the same authentic and genuine person.


People warn me when you're on top there's envy
Others caution me that when I reach the pinnacle of success, there will be people who envy and resent me.


Took my niggas out the hood but you doubt on us
I provided opportunities for my close friends to escape the impoverished neighborhood, yet you still doubt our accomplishments.


Sayin' we left the hood but can't get it out of us
Although we physically left the neighborhood, the experiences and influence of the hood are still deeply ingrained within us.


My bad, should I step out my shoes
If it's my fault or if I should apologize, should I put myself in your position?


Give 'em to you?
Should I give you my shoes and allow you to experience what I have gone through?


Here's my car and my house, you can live in that too
To prove a point, I sarcastically offer you my car and house, suggesting that living my lifestyle may not be as desirable as you think.


Criticize when I flow for the streets
You judge and criticize my artistic expression and musical style when I make music for the streets.


Hate my dress code, Gucci this, Fendi that
You dislike my fashion choices, particularly the brands Gucci and Fendi that I wear.


What you expect hoe
What do you anticipate or hope for, you disrespectful woman?


Nickname esco
I am commonly known and referred to by the nickname 'Esco.'


Took this game to its threshold
I pushed the boundaries and limits of this rap game to its utmost limit and potential.


Best flow I bet the whole U.S. know
I confidently assert that my flow and lyrical ability are superior and acclaimed throughout the entire United States.


Try to make it like you the realest
You attempt to portray yourself as the most authentic and genuine individual.


But who the illest?
However, who truly holds the title of being the most skilled and exceptional?


Think we all know the answer to that
I believe it is universally understood and acknowledged that I am the answer to that question.


Cause niggas feel this right
Because people resonate and connect with my music and lyrics.


Its a thin line between paper and hate
There is a fine and delicate boundary between wealth and the animosity it can generate from others.


Friends and snakes, nine millis and thirty-eights
This line refers to the fact that distinguishing true friends from potential enemies can be challenging, just like differentiating between different types of guns.


Hell or the pearly gates
Symbolizing the two contrasting potential outcomes after death - eternal damnation or heavenly bliss.


I was destined to come
It was predetermined and inevitable that I would achieve success and prominence.


Predicted, blame God, he blew breath in my lungs
It was foreseen and attributed to a higher power, God, who is responsible for my existence and granting me the abilities to succeed.


Second to none, wicked turn wives to widows
I am unparalleled and unmatched, capable of instilling fear and causing the loss of husbands, turning wives into widows.


Shoot through satin pillows, the desolate one
This line portrays a violent act of shooting through soft pillows, symbolizing my ability to cause destruction and despair as a desolate and formidable figure.


Took a little time to claim my spot
It required a momentary period of dedication and perseverance to establish myself in the position I hold now.


Chairman of the board until this game stop
I am in charge and hold the highest authority until the game or competition ceases to exist.


And I side with the Lord
I align myself and pledge allegiance to the divine power and authority of the Lord.


Ride for the cause
I am committed to and willing to fight for the purpose or mission I believe in.


While driving, niggas shot out my doors
During my journey and ascent, adversaries attempted to harm or attack me.


Plottin', I'm sure to catch me with they glocks to my jaw
These enemies conspire and scheme to capture or harm me, aiming their firearms at my face.


Try stickin' my up but I flipped on these ducks
They tried to rob or betray me, but I turned the tables and outsmarted these deceitful individuals.


Instead of me, ambulances were picking them up
They met a violent and unfortunate fate, requiring medical attention, while I emerged victorious and unharmed.


Niggas fear what they don't understand
People often feel apprehension and fear towards things they cannot comprehend or grasp fully.


Hate what they can't conquer
Individuals develop hatred and resentment towards things they are unable to defeat or overpower.


Guess its just a theory of man
This tendency to fear and hate the unknown is merely a characteristic and belief held by humans.


Became a monster, atop of the world
I have transformed into an incredibly powerful and influential figure, dominating and reigning over the world.


Never fallin', I'm as real as they come
I am unwavering and never succumb to defeat, remaining as authentic and genuine as one can be.


From day one, forever ballin'
Since the very beginning of my journey, I have always had a lavish and extravagant lifestyle.


See'mon
Come on, let's go.


Do it now
Take action immediately.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANTHONY MOODY, NASIR JONES, GAVIN MARCHAND

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MCBestOfs

Say goodbye, oh we’re leaving now [x4]

Take your things as we’re walking back again
Say goodbye, oh we’re leaving now
Look up, we can have some hope again
We’ll get out of here, just hold on

Hold on [x9]

One, two, three, four!

DROP 1

Take your things as we’re walking back again
Say goodbye, oh we’re leaving now
Look up, we can have some hope again
We’ll get out of here, just hold on [x2]

Hold on [x9]

One, two, three, four!

DROP 2

Take your things as we’re walking back again
Say goodbye, oh we’re leaving now
Look up, we can have some hope again
We’ll get out of here, just hold on [x2]

Say goodbye, oh we’re leaving now [x4]



Reyasviel Von Einzbern

Lyrics here~

Say goodbye, oh we’re leaving now

Take your things as we’re walking back again
Say goodbye, oh we’re leaving now
Look up, we can have some hope again
We’ll get out of here, just hold on

Hold on


One, two, three, four!

-

Take your things as we’re walking back again
Say goodbye, oh we’re leaving now
Look up, we can have some hope again
We’ll get out of here, just hold on
We’ll get out of here, just hold on

Hold on

One, two, three, four!

-

Take your things as we’re walking back again
Say goodbye, oh we’re leaving now
Look up, we can have some hope again
We’ll get out of here, just hold on


Say goodbye, oh we’re leaving now



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Torkala Torkala

Listening to this song gives me a nostalgic yet melancholic feeling. I know I've heard it a while back, but I never listened to it. Certified banger.

RXZFD RIESZ

Imagine listen this in 2021 :> so amazing music

Daxtroy

@RXZFD RIESZ imagine listening to this in 2022 tho :)

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