His fifth studio album We the Best Forever (2011) also saw similar commercial success, and helped bring Khaled to international prominence, as it featured the song "I'm on One", which was his first top ten hit. His sixth and seventh albums, Kiss the Ring (2012) and Suffering from Success (2013), charted in the top ten on the Billboard 200, and his eighth studio album, I Changed a Lot (2015), peaked at number 12.[5] In 2015 and 2016, Khaled gained worldwide attention as a media personality, due to his activity on social media. This foresaw the release of his ninth studio album Major Key (2016), which gained critical and commercial success; it debuted at number one the Billboard 200, was certified gold, and received a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Album.
He released his tenth studio album, Grateful, in 2017, which contained the singles "I'm the One" and "Wild Thoughts", which charted at number one and number two on the Billboard Hot 100, respectively. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, and was also certified platinum. His eleventh album, Father of Asahd, was released in 2019; it peaked at number two, and the song "Higher" won Best Rap/Sung Performance at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards, Khaled's first Grammy award win. His eponymous twelfth album was released in 2021.
Outside of music, Khaled has gained success as a writer, with his book The Keys featuring on the New York Times Best Seller list. He has also featured as an actor, appearing in Spies in Disguise (2019) and Bad Boys for Life (2020).
Grateful
DJ Khaled Lyrics
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Let the blessings flow
Right to my soul
My thirsty soul
Let the blessings flow
Said I'm grateful for not anything but everything
Every loss I had to take, I took it on the chin
And I knew one day that we would win again
Been prayed on my downfall by many men
Oh, Lord, I thank you for not givin' in
Must I tell 'em once again?
All I do is win
You either win with us, or watch us win
That's why I'm grateful for anything and everything
That's why I'm grateful for anything and everything
Oh, Lord, I'm grateful for anything and everything
Oh, oh
That's why I'm grateful, oh, Lord
Said that's why I'm grateful, oh, Lord (right to my soul)
How in every loss it came with many rings?
Even though the hatred came with many things
'Cause I can't go for anything
Even though my plate full, I can't complain, I'm grateful
Even though my plate full, I can't complain, it's everything that I prayed for
Oh, Lord, I'm grateful
Oh, Lord, I'm grateful
Oh, Lord, I'm grateful
Let the blessings flow
Let the blessings flow
Right to my soul
My thirsty soul
The lyrics to DJ Khaled's song "GRATEFUL" express a deep sense of gratitude for everything in life, both positive and negative. The repetition of the line "Let the blessings flow" emphasizes the desire for continuous blessings to nourish the soul. The artist acknowledges that he is grateful for not just some things, but everything that has happened in his life.
He reflects on the losses he has experienced, accepting them with resilience and a willingness to keep going. Despite being challenged and prayed upon by those who wished for his downfall, he remains thankful to God for not giving in to the negativity. The lyrics convey a sense of triumph and the belief that one's victories are not only for themselves but also for others to witness and be inspired by.
The song encompasses an attitude of embracing both the good and the bad in life, understanding that every loss brings growth and ultimately leads to success. It emphasizes the power of a grateful mindset, encouraging listeners to choose gratitude over complaining or focusing on what they don't have. Through these lyrics, DJ Khaled reminds us to appreciate everything that comes our way and find joy in the journey.
Line by Line Meaning
Let the blessings flow
Allow the abundance of blessings to come into my life
Said I'm grateful for not anything but everything
Expressing gratitude for everything, not just specific things
Every loss I had to take, I took it on the chin
Acknowledging that I accepted and dealt with every defeat bravely
We stood on all ten
We remained strong and resilient throughout the challenges
And I knew one day that we would win again
Believing in eventual success despite temporary setbacks
Been prayed on my downfall by many men
Faced negativity and ill wishes from numerous individuals
Oh, Lord, I thank you for not givin' in
Expressing gratitude to God for not succumbing to difficult circumstances
Must I tell 'em once again?
Repeating my message to make it clear
All I do is win
Emphasizing a consistent pattern of achieving success
You either win with us, or watch us win
Join in our victories or witness our triumphs from afar
That's why I'm grateful for anything and everything
Expressing gratitude for every little thing in life
How in every loss it came with many rings?
Questioning why each defeat brought numerous victories
Even though the hatred came with many things
Despite facing negativity and challenges along the way
'Cause I can't go for anything
Refusing to settle for less than I deserve
Even though my plate full, I can't complain, I'm grateful
Even with a lot on my plate, I choose to be thankful
It's everything that I prayed for
Appreciating that everything I desired has come true
Oh, Lord, I'm grateful
Expressing gratitude to God
Let the blessings flow
Continuing to welcome and embrace the abundance of blessings
Right to my soul
Deeply and profoundly touching my inner being
My thirsty soul
My soul longing and craving for spiritual fulfillment
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Khaled Mohammaed Khaled, Nancy Jean Grandquist, Nicholas Warwar, Tarik Azzouz, Tavoris Javon Jr. Hollins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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[Chorus]
Let the blessings glow
Let the blessings glow, oh
Right to my soul
My thirsty soul
Let the blessings glow
[Verse: Vory & DJ Khaled]
Said I'm grateful for not anything but everything
Every loss I had to take, I took it on the chin
We still on the hot ten
And I knew one day that we would win again
Been prayed on my downfall by many men
Oh, Lord, I thank you for not giving in
Must I tell βem once again?
All I do is win
You either win with us or watch us win
That's why I'm grateful, oh, for anything and everything
Thatβs why I'm grateful, oh, for anything and everything
Oh, Lord, I'm grateful, oh, for anything and everything
Oh, oh
I'm so grateful, oh, Lord
Said I'm so grateful, oh, Lord
How in every loss it came with many rings?
Even though the hatred came with many things
'Cause I can't go for anything
Even though my plate full, I can't complain, Iβm grateful
Even though my plate full, I canβt complain, it's everything that I prayed for
Oh, Lord, Iβm grateful
Oh, Lord, I'm grateful
Oh, Lord, I'm grateful
[Chorus]
Let the blessings glow
Let the blessings glow, oh
Right to my soul
My thirsty soul
@emmanuelsani4123
Last week I sang this song without a job, now Iβm posting and commenting here, I just landed my dream job. Iβm Grateful!!!
@muhiremugishacedrick43
Amen π
@jacobgraves8352
Im looking right now. Im happy for you man, proud of you man, turn this life into everything youβve ever wanted
@efennell2012
I got an interview in the morning PRAYERS up and Congratulations KING you got it now go be SUCCESSFUL β€π
@efennell2012
@@jacobgraves8352 keep thinking God in advance you GONE get a job BY next week just watch and see no matter what it look like you keep looking and praying... ππβ€
@troyhoward1687
"God is Great"π... (Tears of joy)π
@rosejohnson1951
I been homeless for almost 3 years an I just got my keys to my apartment today ππΌ after praying an having hope in God an I can say I'm so grateful for my family an I changed my ways an started being a better person an god started blessing me
@MsGigh
Congratulations stay great π€²
@tallmark6
Congratulations π―
@barrybush19
Glory to God!!! Congrats. I pray you seek the kingdom of God and trust Jesus the rest of your days! π If so, βAll these things will be added unto youβ Matthew 6:33 β€