Hell for It
Danny Brown Lyrics


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Holy spirit
When I look
I cannot see
Reflection in the mirror
Broke bread with the Judas
And I think I see it clearer
These niggas want what's mine
But I be damn if I'm a give up
Stuck up in the hood
Praying rap would get me out
Momma 'bout to lose her house
Gotta figure this shit out
Use to catch the bus to 12th
Just to hustle for some Prada
In the kitchen with my uncle
Beat the pot like a piñata
Baraka wit the product
Use to hide it in my closet
Type of shit
That have a fiend
Crawling on his carpet
Walking over carcasses
Of artists in my garden
Nice with the bars
Even the beat begs my pardon
Got me mistaken
Muslim salami bacon
Always on the defense
So it's no offense taken
I'm smoking on them raisins
From the bay they taste amazing
Cajun kicking flavor
All the time
Not on occasion
Would be amazed
All the time I heard I wouldn't make it
I was writing shit that was so damn amazing
When half these little niggas was still watching
That's so raven
I was out there hustling
Scraping up and saving
Just to catch a 12 hour bus to NY
Sleeping on the floor in studios
Asking God why
But never got deterred
From the voice I heard inside
Tell myself everyday
The greatest that's alive

And I'm a give em hell for it
Until it's heaven on earth
My nigga
I'm a give em hell for it
For whatever it's worth
My nigga
I'm a give em hell for it
Unless death come first
My nigga
I'm a give em hell for it
For whatever it's worth
My nigga
I'm a give em hell

Cause we living in that
Actavis double cups was addicted to that
Had them demons on my back
Was escaping through that
Blamed everybody but myself
Apologies for that
So they hold a nigga back
For the way that I act
People scared of doing business
Thinking I smoke crack
I react immature
To anyone talking smack
Cause where I'm from respect
The only thing that you have
Grew up virtually poor
Realities unmasked
So my task
Is inspire your future with my past
I lived through that shit
So you don't have to go through it
Stepping stones in my life
Hot coals
Walk with me
Listen when I speak
Every time talk with me
Couple screws loose
You don't wanna start
With me
Got it from Motown
Feel David Ruffin pain
Wanna cry right now
So I'm wishing that it rain
Cause I'm knowing I'm the best
They compare skills to sales
Tell myself everyday
Know this shit ain't real
Radio don't make you ill
They get a hit a they feel they self
Respect for lyricism
In this game ain't none left
Have a bitch like Iggy
Think she sicker than me
And that's so fucked up
That's just how this shit be
I just wanna make music
Fuck being a celebrity
Cause these songs that I write
Leave behind my legacy

And I'm a give em hell for it
Until it's heaven on earth
My nigga
I'm a give em hell for it
For whatever it's worth
My nigga
I'm a give em hell for it
Unless death come first
My nigga
I'm a give em hell for it
For whatever it's worth
My nigga





I'm a give em hell
I'm a give em hell

Overall Meaning

In Danny Brown's song "Hell for It," the lyrics reflect on his past struggles and current determination to succeed in the rap industry. The first few lines of the song express a sense of spiritual conflict and internal struggle. Brown mentions how he cannot see his reflection in the mirror and how he dealt with betrayal from people close to him. He then sings about his refusal to give up his hard-earned success and escape the life he's been stuck in. He talks about his upbringing, having to hustle for designer clothes and selling drugs to survive. Brown also touches on the topic of other artists who have "fallen" and the "carcasses" they've left behind.


Despite the hardships he's faced, Brown is determined to make a name for himself and leave behind a legacy with his music. He's unashamed of his past and uses it to inspire those who may be going through a similar struggle. He's been through the worst, and he's come out on top. The chorus, "I'm a give em hell for it, Until it's heaven on earth," reflects this determination and the idea that he will do whatever it takes to achieve his goals.


Overall, "Hell for It" tells the story of Danny Brown's past struggles and his unwavering dedication to his craft. The lyrics reveal a deep sense of pain and conflict, but also a sense of strength and resilience.


Line by Line Meaning

Holy spirit
Opening line of the song that sets the stage for a struggle with adversity.


When I look I cannot see Reflection in the mirror
Danny's self-image has been eroded by his struggles and stress. He may not even recognize himself anymore.


Broke bread with the Judas And I think I see it clearer
Danny has trusted those who betrayed him, and he sees them more clearly now.


These niggas want what's mine But I be damn if I'm a give up
Others may covet his talent and success, but Danny won't surrender what he's worked so hard for.


Stuck up in the hood Praying rap would get me out Momma 'bout to lose her house Gotta figure this shit out
Danny's humble beginnings make it hard for him to escape his circumstances, but he feels a sense of duty to support his family.


Use to catch the bus to 12th Just to hustle for some Prada
Danny had to take risks and work hard to make ends meet and enjoy a bit of luxury.


In the kitchen with my uncle Beat the pot like a piñata Baraka wit the product Use to hide it in my closet Type of shit That have a fiend Crawling on his carpet
Danny's past includes selling drugs, which he knew were destructive but did what he could to survive.


Walking over carcasses Of artists in my garden Nice with the bars Even the beat begs my pardon
Danny recognizes the competition and struggles inherent in the rap game, but he's confident in his ability to deliver.


Got me mistaken Muslim salami bacon Always on the defense So it's no offense taken
Danny often feels misunderstood and must be constantly vigilant to protect himself and his image.


I'm smoking on them raisins From the bay they taste amazing Cajun kicking flavor All the time Not on occasion
Danny enjoys weed with a unique twist, but it's not just for recreation – it's a consistent habit in his life.


Would be amazed All the time I heard I wouldn't make it I was writing shit that was so damn amazing When half these little niggas was still watching That's so raven
Danny was confident in his talent and vision from the start, despite naysayers and doubters.


I was out there hustling Scraping up and saving Just to catch a 12 hour bus to NY Sleeping on the floor in studios Asking God why
Danny went to great lengths to pursue his dreams and perfect his craft, even when it was tough and uncertain whether it would pay off.


But never got deterred From the voice I heard inside Tell myself everyday The greatest that's alive
Danny's self-confidence and belief in himself was a key driving force that helped him overcome obstacles.


And I'm a give em hell for it Until it's heaven on earth My nigga
Danny is determined to fight hard and make the most of his opportunities, and won't stop until he's truly successful and fulfilled.


Cause we living in that Actavis double cups was addicted to that Had them demons on my back Was escaping through that Blamed everybody but myself Apologies for that
Danny has struggled with addiction and is now taking responsibility for his actions and past mistakes.


So they hold a nigga back For the way that I act People scared of doing business Thinking I smoke crack
Danny's image and personality have some negative associations that hinder his ability to make business deals and succeed in the industry.


I react immature To anyone talking smack Cause where I'm from respect The only thing that you have
Danny values respect and loyalty above all else, and will go to great lengths to defend it when he feels it is threatened.


Grew up virtually poor Realities unmasked So my task Is inspire your future with my past I lived through that shit So you don't have to go through it
Danny's struggles and hardships have given him a unique perspective that he hopes to share with fans, to empower and inspire them to overcome adversity too.


Stepping stones in my life Hot coals Walk with me Listen when I speak Every time talk with me Couple screws loose You don't wanna start With me
Danny's past experiences have given him the strength and confidence to state his opinions and assert himself, and he encourages others to join him on his journey.


Got it from Motown Feel David Ruffin pain Wanna cry right now So I'm wishing that it rain Cause I'm knowing I'm the best They compare skills to sales Tell myself everyday Know this shit ain't real
Danny draws inspiration from Motown legends and acknowledges the emotional toll that comes with the spotlight. He's grateful for his success and stays grounded by reminding himself of what really matters.


Radio don't make you ill They get a hit a they feel they self Respect for lyricism In this game ain't none left Have a bitch like Iggy Think she sicker than me And that's so fucked up That's just how this shit be I just wanna make music Fuck being a celebrity Cause these songs that I write Leave behind my legacy
Danny values honesty, creativity, and lyricism over catchy hooks or pop appeal. He's frustrated by the lack of respect for these qualities in the industry and feels resentful of artists who seem to achieve success without the same level of hard work and integrity.


I'm a give em hell
Danny is a fighter and will keep striving for greatness, no matter the challenges ahead.




Lyrics © WARP MUSIC LIMITED
Written by: Daniel Sewell, Paul Michael Williams White

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Paula Dentro

[Verse 1]
Holy spirit
When I look
I cannot see
Reflection in the mirror
Broke bread with the Judas
And I think I see it clearer
These niggas want what’s mine
But I be damn if I’m a give up
Stuck up in the hood
Praying rap would get me out
Momma ‘bout to lose her house
Gotta figure this shit out
Use to catch the bus to 12th
Just to hustle for some Prada
In the kitchen with my uncle
Beat the pot like a piñata
Baraka wit the product
Use to hide it in my closet
Type of shit
That have a fiend
Crawling on his carpet
Walking over carcasses
Of artists in my garden
Nice with the bars
Even the beat begs my pardon
Got me mistaken
Muslim salami bacon
Always on the defense
So it’s no offense taken
I’m smoking on them raisins
From the bay they taste amazing
Cajun kicking flavor
All the time
Not on occasion
Would be amazed
All the time I heard I wouldn’t make it
I was writing shit that was so damn amazing
When half these little niggas was still watching
That’s so raven
I was out there hustling
Scraping up and saving
Just to catch a 12 hour bus to NY
Sleeping on the floor in studios
Asking God why
But never got deterred
From the voice I heard inside
Tell myself everyday
The greatest that’s alive

[Hook]
And I'm a give em hell for it
Until it's heaven on earth
My nigga
I'm a give em hell for it
For whatever it’s worth
My nigga
I'm a give em hell for it
Unless death come first
My nigga
I’m a give em hell for it
For whatever it’s worth
My nigga
I'm a give em hell

[Verse 2]
Cause we living in that
Actavis double cups was addicted to that
Had them demons on my back
Was escaping through that
Blamed everybody but myself
Apologies for that
So they hold a nigga back
For the way that I act
People scared of doing business
Thinking I smoke crack
I react immature
To anyone talking smack
Cause where I'm from respect
The only thing that you have
Grew up virtually poor
Realities unmasked
So my task
Is inspire your future with my past
I lived through that shit
So you don’t have to go through it
Stepping stones in my life
Hot coals
Walk with me
Listen when I speak
Every time talk with me
Couple screws loose
You don't wanna start
With me
Got it from Motown
Feel David Ruffin pain
Wanna cry right now            
So I’m wishing that it rain
Cause I’m knowing I’m the best
They compare skills to sales
Tell myself everyday
Know this shit ain’t real
Radio don’t make you ill
They get a hit a they feel they self
Respect for lyricism
In this game ain’t none left
Have a bitch like Iggy
Think she sicker than me
And that’s so fucked up
That’s just how this shit be
I just wanna make music
Fuck being a celebrity
Cause these songs that I write
Leave behind my legacy

[Hook]
And I'm a give em hell for it
Until it's heaven on earth
My nigga
I'm a give em hell for it
For whatever it’s worth
My nigga
I'm a give em hell for it
Unless death come first
My nigga
I'm a give em hell for it
For whatever it’s worth
My nigga

[Outro]
I'm a give em hell
I'm a give em hell



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This hits different when you’re rock bottom

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This is one of my favorite ending tracks of all time

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One of my favorite albums ever. The creativity to be able to make something like this is unreal

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I just love this album so much its too good

Paula Dentro

[Verse 1]
Holy spirit
When I look
I cannot see
Reflection in the mirror
Broke bread with the Judas
And I think I see it clearer
These niggas want what’s mine
But I be damn if I’m a give up
Stuck up in the hood
Praying rap would get me out
Momma ‘bout to lose her house
Gotta figure this shit out
Use to catch the bus to 12th
Just to hustle for some Prada
In the kitchen with my uncle
Beat the pot like a piñata
Baraka wit the product
Use to hide it in my closet
Type of shit
That have a fiend
Crawling on his carpet
Walking over carcasses
Of artists in my garden
Nice with the bars
Even the beat begs my pardon
Got me mistaken
Muslim salami bacon
Always on the defense
So it’s no offense taken
I’m smoking on them raisins
From the bay they taste amazing
Cajun kicking flavor
All the time
Not on occasion
Would be amazed
All the time I heard I wouldn’t make it
I was writing shit that was so damn amazing
When half these little niggas was still watching
That’s so raven
I was out there hustling
Scraping up and saving
Just to catch a 12 hour bus to NY
Sleeping on the floor in studios
Asking God why
But never got deterred
From the voice I heard inside
Tell myself everyday
The greatest that’s alive

[Hook]
And I'm a give em hell for it
Until it's heaven on earth
My nigga
I'm a give em hell for it
For whatever it’s worth
My nigga
I'm a give em hell for it
Unless death come first
My nigga
I’m a give em hell for it
For whatever it’s worth
My nigga
I'm a give em hell

[Verse 2]
Cause we living in that
Actavis double cups was addicted to that
Had them demons on my back
Was escaping through that
Blamed everybody but myself
Apologies for that
So they hold a nigga back
For the way that I act
People scared of doing business
Thinking I smoke crack
I react immature
To anyone talking smack
Cause where I'm from respect
The only thing that you have
Grew up virtually poor
Realities unmasked
So my task
Is inspire your future with my past
I lived through that shit
So you don’t have to go through it
Stepping stones in my life
Hot coals
Walk with me
Listen when I speak
Every time talk with me
Couple screws loose
You don't wanna start
With me
Got it from Motown
Feel David Ruffin pain
Wanna cry right now            
So I’m wishing that it rain
Cause I’m knowing I’m the best
They compare skills to sales
Tell myself everyday
Know this shit ain’t real
Radio don’t make you ill
They get a hit a they feel they self
Respect for lyricism
In this game ain’t none left
Have a bitch like Iggy
Think she sicker than me
And that’s so fucked up
That’s just how this shit be
I just wanna make music
Fuck being a celebrity
Cause these songs that I write
Leave behind my legacy

[Hook]
And I'm a give em hell for it
Until it's heaven on earth
My nigga
I'm a give em hell for it
For whatever it’s worth
My nigga
I'm a give em hell for it
Unless death come first
My nigga
I'm a give em hell for it
For whatever it’s worth
My nigga

[Outro]
I'm a give em hell
I'm a give em hell

Davy Chanteur

amazing music

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