The Ride
Drake/Musicfire.in Lyrics

Yeah
Expressing agreement or acknowledgement.

I hate when, I hate when people say they feel me man
Disliking when people claim to understand or relate to him.

I hate that shit
Strong dislike towards the situation.

It'll be a long time before y'all feel me, if ever
Believing that it will take a significant amount of time for others to truly understand him or his struggles, if they ever do.

For real
Emphasizing the genuineness of his previous statement.

You won't feel me 'til everybody
People won't truly understand him until a point where everyone acknowledges his success.

Say they love you, but it's not love
Receiving superficial expressions of love and support that do not genuinely come from a place of love.

And your suit is oxblood
Referring to a specific shade of red as part of his fashion sense.

And the girl you fucking hates you
The girl he is in a sexual relationship with has negative feelings towards him.

And your friends faded off shots of
His friends are intoxicated from consuming shots of alcohol.

What you ordered to forget about the game that you on top of
Drinking to temporarily escape the pressures and stresses of his successful career.

Your famous girlfriend's ass keep getting thicker than a plot does
His celebrity girlfriend's buttocks continue to grow larger, attracting attention and potentially leading to speculation.

And when you forget it, that's when she pop up
His celebrity girlfriend appears when he least expects it, reminding him of her presence.

And you got a drop but you ride around with the top up
Driving his convertible car with the roof closed, potentially hiding his identity or avoiding attention.

Or get three SUVs for niggas dressed like refugees
Providing three sport utility vehicles for his friends who are dressed in a fashion resembling refugees, possibly indicating their unconventional or casual attire.

And deal with the questions about all your excessive needs
Having to answer inquiries about his extravagant wants and desires.

And you do dinners at French Laundry in Napa Valley
Dining at a luxurious restaurant called French Laundry located in Napa Valley.

Scallops and glasses of Dolce, that shit's right up your alley
Indulging in high-end food, such as scallops, and expensive wine, like Dolce, which aligns with his refined tastes and preferences.

Yeah, you see a girl and you ask about her
When he sees an attractive girl, he inquires about her.

Bitches smiling at you, it must be happy hour
Women are showing interest and attraction towards him, possibly due to his fame and success, as if it were happy hour at a bar.

They put the cloth across your lap soon as you sat down
When he sits down to eat, the restaurant staff immediately places a napkin across his lap as a gesture of service.

It's feeling like you own every place you choose to be at now
Experiencing a sense of ownership and control over any place he decides to be present in.

Walking through airport security with your hat down
Going through airport security with his hat pulled low, potentially trying to remain incognito or avoid unnecessary attention.

Instead of getting a pat down, they just keep on
Airport security personnel do not give him a thorough pat-down search, potentially due to his fame or privilege.

Saying that they feel you, nigga
People continue to express that they understand or relate to him.

It's been too long
Indicating that a significant amount of time has passed since a certain event or situation.

I've been faded too long, oh
He has been under the influence of drugs or alcohol for an extended period of time.

Why won't it stop? The ride
Questioning why the chaotic and tumultuous journey he is going through does not come to an end.

You won't feel me 'til you want it so bad you tell yourself you're in it
Others won't truly understand him until they desire something so intensely that they convince themselves they are a part of it.

And tell the world around you that your paperwork is finished
Informing everyone around him that he has completed all necessary paperwork, possibly referencing agreements or contracts.

And steal your mother's debit cards so you maintain an image
Taking his mother's debit cards without her knowledge to uphold a certain persona or appearance.

And ride around in overpriced rental cars that ain't tinted
Driving expensive rental cars that lack tinted windows.

You need a minute? You got it
Granting permission for someone to take a break or pause if needed.

You know it's real when your latest nights are your greatest nights
Recognizing that his most recent late nights are also his most memorable and significant moments.

The sun is up when you get home, that's just a way of life
Arriving home after the sun has risen due to his nighttime activities, which has become a regular occurrence or part of his lifestyle.

Apartment 1503, some couches and paintings
Referring to his living situation in an apartment on the 15th floor, which contains couches and artworks.

When you record with two others that want the same things, yeah
Collaborating with two other individuals who share similar aspirations and desires.

It start to feel better than home feels
Feeling more comfortable and fulfilled in the studio recording environment than in his own home.

And so you up there every night, you swear you getting close
Spending every night in the studio, confident that he is getting closer to achieving his goals.

That champagne money was for gas and phone bills
The money he had intended to spend on champagne is instead being used for basic expenses like fuel and telephone bills.

But shit, you 'bout to spend it on what matters most
Despite the initial plan, he is now willing to use that money for something more important or valuable.

You drop a couple songs in hopes that you could be the nigga
Releasing a few songs with the hope of becoming the prominent figure or the one who is highly respected or revered.

And come out every night to let the city see they nigga
Making appearances every night to show the people in the city who he is.

Telling stories that nobody relate to
Sharing narratives or experiences that most people cannot identify or connect with.

And even though they hate you
Despite the animosity or dislike towards him.

They just keep on telling you they feel you, nigga
People continue to express that they understand or relate to him, even though they may not actually do so.

I've been faded too long, oh
He has been under the influence of drugs or alcohol for an extended period of time.

Why won't it stop? The ride
Questioning why the chaotic and tumultuous journey he is going through does not come to an end.

I haven't been inside Terminal 1 and 3 in so long
He has not visited Terminal 1 and 3 at an airport for a considerable amount of time.

I'm driving right up to it now
He is currently approaching and about to arrive at Terminal 1 and 3.

Make sure you got your coat on
Advising someone to wear a coat in preparation for the potentially cold weather at the airport.

That runway can be cold especially after summer's rolled on
Referring to the airport runway, which can feel chilly, particularly after the warm summer season has passed.

And all you knew is alcohol and city lights and slow songs
Having experienced a lifestyle characterized by excessive drinking, urban nightlife, and emotional ballads.

For four months out the year, it's got you asking what's good at home
During a specific four-month period, he wonders about the situation and condition of his home.

What's good at home?
Posing a question about the well-being and state of affairs at his residence.

The same hoes are still at it, I shoulda known
Realizing that the same promiscuous women he is acquainted with are still engaging in their questionable behaviors.

My young niggas popping M's and sipping dirty Jones
His younger acquaintances are consuming illicit substances and indulging in dangerous activities.

Problem children that all be repping October's Own
Referring to his associates who exhibit rebellious behavior and proudly represent their affiliation with October's Own, likely a reference to Drake's record label.

Brand new girl and she still growing
Being involved with a new romantic partner who is still maturing and developing as an individual.

Brand new titties, stitches still showing
His new girlfriend has recently undergone breast augmentation surgery, and the surgical incisions are still visible.

Yeah, and she just praying that it heals good
His girlfriend hopes that her surgical wounds will heal properly and without any complications.

I'm 'bout to fuck and I'm just praying that it feels good
Anticipating engaging in sexual activity with her, and hoping that it will be enjoyable for both parties involved.

I really don't know much but, shit, I know a secret
Acknowledging that he may not be knowledgeable in many areas, but he possesses a certain undisclosed information or knowledge.

They say more money more problems, my nigga don't believe it
Contradicting the idea that increased wealth leads to more difficulties or issues, urging his friend to not believe in this notion.

I mean, sure, there's some bills and taxes I'm still evading
Admitting that he may still avoid paying certain bills and taxes, demonstrating a level of financial irresponsibility.

But I blew six million on myself and I feel amazing
Having spent six million dollars solely on personal indulgences and feeling incredibly content and satisfied.

Young money maker, season ticket holder
Being a successful individual who earns a significant amount of money and possesses season tickets for certain events or venues.

Season switching over
Transitioning between different seasons, symbolically implying growth or change.

I come through them bitches still scorching as if I didn't notice
Making a grand entrance or appearance, as if he is completely oblivious to the attention he garners from women.

You niggas getting older, I see no threat in Yoda
Not perceiving any sense of intimidation or fear from older individuals, comparing himself to Yoda, a wise and powerful character in the Star Wars franchise.

I'm out here messing over the lives of these niggas
Negatively impacting or disrupting the lives of his rivals or adversaries.

That couldn't fuck with my freshman floater
Those who were unable to compete with his initial success as a newcomer in the industry.

Look at that fucking chip on your nephew's shoulder
Observing a significant amount of arrogance or self-importance in his nephew's demeanor or attitude.

My sophomore, I was all for it, they all saw it
During his second year, he fully embraced and pursued his ambitions, and others were aware of his dedication and potential.

My juniors and senior will only get meaner
Anticipating that his later years in the industry will be even more competitive and ruthless.

Take care, nigga
Wishing someone well and bidding them farewell in a casual yet somewhat dismissive manner.

I'm still faded, faded, faded (the ride)
He is still under the influence of substances, continuously experiencing the effect of being 'faded' or intoxicated.

Why won't it stop? The ride
Questioning why the chaotic and tumultuous journey he is going through does not come to an end.

Why won't it stop? The ride
Questioning why the chaotic and tumultuous journey he is going through does not come to an end.

Why won't it stop? Oh, the ride
Expressing frustration and confusion over the ongoing, relentless nature of the tumultuous journey he is on.