Legend
Drake$$$ Lyrics


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Yeah

When I pull up on a nigga
Tell that nigga back back
I'm too good with these words
Watch a nigga backtrack
If I die, all I know is I'm a motherfuckin' legend
It's too late for my city
I'm the youngest nigga reppin'

Oh my God, oh my God
If I die, I'm a legend
Oh my God, oh my God
If I die, I'm a legend

I'm up first, I'm on tour
Got a girl, she from the South
Used to work, used to dance in Texas
Now she clean the house
Everyday, I was strugglin' to learn what life's about
On my way, money taught me Spanish
Make it andale
Way up north, packed in Honda cars
They 'ont know who we are
Fuck 'em all, they only pussy niggas shootin' at the star
Right or wrong, I'ma write my wrongs
They can't live this long
You don't know where you're gonna go
I got this shit mapped out strong

When I pull up on a nigga
Tell that nigga back back
I'm too good with these words
Watch a nigga backtrack
All I know if I die I'm a motherfuckin' legend
It's too late for my city
I'm the youngest nigga reppin'

Oh my God, oh my God
If I die, I'm a legend
Oh my God, oh my God
If I die, I'm a legend

I'm the one, one
Why do I feel like the only one?
Why do I feel like you owe me one?
6 G-O-D I'm the holy one
Yeah, you know wassup, ay
They been off for a minute now
You know they all sentimental now
You know they all actin' different now
And I, I just can't pretend
Seen too much, it's so hard for me to let new people in
I can't change, this shit set in stone
They can't live this long
You don't know where you're gonna go
I got this shit mapped out strong

When I pull up on a nigga
Tell that nigga back back
I'm too good with these words
Watch a nigga backtrack
All I know if I die I'm a motherfuckin' legend
It's too late for my city
I'm the youngest nigga reppin'

Oh my God, oh my God
If I die, I'm a legend
Oh my God, oh my God
If I die, I'm a legend





I'm the one

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Drake$$$’s song “Legend” are a testament to the rapper’s skill and confidence. The opening lines show that Drake is so good with his words that people will have to backtrack just to keep up with him. The chorus repeats the idea that if he dies, he will be remembered as a legend, and the energy and passion in his voice reinforce this. Throughout the song, Drake makes references to his success, including being the youngest rapper representing his city.


The second verse shows how far Drake has come, referencing his past struggles and his journey to figure out what life is all about. He also talks about his success with money, including learning Spanish. The lyrics are both personal and universal, with lines about the challenges of letting new people into his life and the feeling of being alone but also the idea of being set in stone and not being able to change.


Overall, “Legend” is a testament to Drake’s skill as a rapper and his confidence in his own talent and success. The song is a powerful statement of self-assurance and a reminder that Drake is one of the greatest rappers of his generation.


Line by Line Meaning

When I pull up on a nigga
When I arrive and encounter someone


Tell that nigga back back
Inform the person to step back or retreat


I'm too good with these words
I possess exceptional skills with language


Watch a nigga backtrack
Observe the person's attempt to reverse their previous statements


All I know if I die I'm a motherfuckin' legend
I am confident that if my life were to end, my legacy would live on as a great and influential figure


It's too late for my city
The state of my city has already deteriorated beyond repair


I'm the youngest nigga reppin'
I am the most prominent and noteworthy representative of my generation


Oh my God, oh my God
Exclamation of surprise or disbelief


If I die, I'm a legend
If my life were to end, my greatness would live on


I'm up first, I'm on tour
I am the foremost and most accomplished artist on my tour


Got a girl, she from the South
I am romantically involved with a woman from the southern US


Used to work, used to dance in Texas
She used to have a job dancing in Texas


Now she clean the house
She now takes care of the household and domestic duties


Everyday, I was strugglin' to learn what life's about
Every day, I was enduring challenges to understand the meaning of life


On my way, money taught me Spanish
Through my personal journey, I learned to speak Spanish through financial success


Make it andale
Proceed with great speed and confidence


Way up north, packed in Honda cars
Traveling in mass numbers to a northern destination in economical and practical vehicles


They 'ont know who we are
They do not understand our identity or significance


Fuck 'em all, they only pussy niggas shootin' at the star
I do not care about their opinions or actions, as they are weak and irrelevant to my success


Right or wrong, I'ma write my wrongs
Regardless of the consequences, I will address and rectify my mistakes


I'm the one, one
I am the most important and essential individual


Why do I feel like the only one?
Why do I feel isolated or unique in my experiences?


Why do I feel like you owe me one?
Why do I feel like someone owes me a favor or recognition?


6 G-O-D I'm the holy one
I am considered to be a highly regarded and respected figure, like a deity


Yeah, you know wassup, ay
You are aware of my status and accomplishments


They been off for a minute now
They have been absent or less active for a brief period of time


You know they all sentimental now
You know they are displaying emotions or feelings of nostalgia and sentimentality


You know they all actin' different now
You know they are behaving in an unusual or changed manner


And I, I just can't pretend
I cannot fake or feign my sincerity or true feelings


Seen too much, it's so hard for me to let new people in
I have experienced too much and it is difficult for me to trust new individuals


I can't change, this shit set in stone
I am who I am and my personality and actions are unchanging, permanent and immovable


You don't know where you're gonna go
The future is uncertain and unpredictable


I got this shit mapped out strong
I have a solid and definitive plan to succeed and navigate through life's challenges




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Aubrey Graham, Benjamin Bush, Stephen Garrett, Timothy Mosley, Jahron Brathwaite

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Comments from YouTube:

@mikagebredonia5098

Listening to this song again. Then crying. Emmaaaaaaan. RIP

@kokokrunch2468

sabi ko na di lang ako nag iisa eh.. naalala ko pa dati sinerch ko o my GOD oh my GOD if i die imma legend

@princeadrianmaravilla844

Ako rin pinanood ko ung vlog nya rinereplay ko nlng 😔😔

@mikagebredonia5098

Nag-iisa lang si Emman na Legend na nakilala ko dito sa Youtube. 🥺

@ladyaster__

Tamang rewatching nalang tayo ng mga vlogs nya 😔

@poulcarlos7072

Rip emman

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@7beyond391

Seeing people come here cuz someone died. Hurts.
-rip emman!🤟🏻

@actionproductionsmedia7128

WAIT, DRAKE DIED?!!?!??!

@7beyond391

Action Productions Media nah? I didn’t say that.😂 lol

@actionproductionsmedia7128

You scared me

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