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Drake Lyrics

There's 3 balls and a strike
The beginning of the song is being compared to the anticipation of a baseball game: the count is 3 balls and 1 strike on the batter.

Here's the pitch
The song is the pitch throwing out Drake's thoughts on his communication problems.

It's belted deep to center, Revere goes back
The idea of beautiful babies and relationships is expressed by the batter hitting a deep ball to center field, stretching the limits of what's possible.

jumps at the wall, and it's gone!
Revere going for the ball but being unable to catch it is like the hope for a successful relationship, which is never quite achieved, and only the idea of it remains.

Yeah, isn't it amazing how you talk all this shit and we still lack communication
Despite all the talk, there is a lack of understanding between the two parties.

How beautiful our kids would be, girl, I don't need convincing
Drake is enamored by the idea of beautiful offspring with someone he cares for deeply.

How every conversation starts with "this time will be different"
The lack of communication within the relationship is highlighted again as they promise to try things differently.

Oh, the idea is fun, oh, the idea is fun
The idea of a fulfilling relationship is a fun and exciting prospect for Drake.

Oh, the idea is so fun every time
He's emphasizing that the idea of something new and potentially perfect is always exhilarating, even if it's never realized.

At least we try for home run every time
Lack of communication can be frustrating, but they never stop trying to hit a home run with each other.

Swangin', eyes closed just swangin'
Drake is caught up in a moment and enjoying the ride without worrying about where it takes him, as he's just "swangin'".

Same city, same friends if you're looking for me
Drake finds comfort in his same familiar environment around the same people.

Don't talk to me like I'm famous (I'm famous)
He doesn't want to be treated like a celebrity or have people act differently around him.

And don't assume cause I don't respect assumptions bae
Drake is asking that his partner not make assumptions especially since there is already a lack of communication between the two.

I'm just tryna connect with somethin' bae
Drake wants to establish a connection with someone who understands him and shares his values.

She just wanna run around the city and make memories
Drake describes a woman who just wants to live in the moment and create memories, perhaps without thinking of the future.

That she can barely remember
The rapper hints that these experiences may become a blur over time or lack substance and deeper meaning.

And I'd allow her, talk about pussy power
Women have a certain power that she is exercising in their relationship by dictating what they do and how they spend their time.

She just wanna run over my feelings
The woman is being careless with his emotions and acting without a second thought to how it may affect their relationship.

Like she drinking and driving in an 18 wheeler
The reckless behavior of driving an 18-wheeler while intoxicated is used to describe how destructive the woman's actions are towards them.

She used to say "You can be whoever you want, even yourself"
His partner used to encourage him to be himself and not conform to others' expectations.

Yeah, I show up knowin' exactly who I was and never leave as myself
Drake has an identity crisis and tries to present different versions of himself to different people depending on the circumstance. He never stays true to himself.

But when it falls apart, I'm always still down
Despite the ups and downs of his relationships and identity crises, he's always there to be vulnerable.

To pick a million tiny little pieces off the ground
When things don't work as planned, he tries to put the pieces back together even though it's a difficult task.

Wish you would learn to love people and use things
Drake is hoping that the woman he's talking about would learn to place importance on the people she's involved with over material possessions or experiences.

And not the other way around
Ultimately, he wants people to be valued over things and experiences for a more fulfilling life.

I remember when my schedule was as flexible as she is
Drake reminiscences about when his schedule was as carefree as his girlfriend's.

She call and tell me be here before the sun up
His partner becomes controlling, dictating his schedule and when he should meet her expectations.

I be dressed before we hung up
Drake willingly goes along with her demands, displaying how much he values her and is willing to make sacrifices.

I take Eglinton to 401 east
Drake describes how he takes a specific route to reach his desired destination or relationship.

And exit at Markham road in the east end
He reaches the final destination in his journey, which is the relationship that he is pursuing.

Where all the pretty girls are sleeping
The area where he lives apparently houses many attractive women.

My license been expired I renew it after the weekend
Drake procrastinates with important responsibilities like his license renewal, but plans to do things later.

Fuck I know I said that shit the last 7 weekends
The rapper admits to procrastinating often but always follows through with his promises.

Girl I guess procrastination is my weakness
Drake owns up to his imperfections, with procrastination being a weakness of his.

I hate stoppin' for gas this late
Drake expresses his dislike for having to stop for gas at odd hours of the night.

'Cause there's niggas creepin and not like how we're creepin'
There are others watching and following him or waiting around, which makes him uncomfortable, as they are not there for the same reasons that he is.

Summer is comin' know you could feel it
Drake acknowledges the changing of the seasons and how it affects people's behaviors and moods.

20 on pump whatever I ain't got enough to fill it
He has limited funds and cannot afford to fill up his tank.

Won't knock on your door
Drake's method of reaching his destination or partner is via driving, and not knocking on the door, since he's already passed that point in their relationship.

My uncle say, "You drive my whip like it's yours"
He is comfortable in his surroundings and has the feeling of being at home wherever he goes, even if it's someone else's car.

I got the pedal to the floor
Drake is driving fast and trying to keep up with his busy schedule.

I'm on my motherfuckin' way swangin'
The word "swangin'" once again emphasizes that Drake is living in the moment and enjoying whatever comes his way.

Don't fall asleep on me, hang in there
Drake is asking whoever he's addressing not to give up on him and to be patient.

I treat you good girl like you're famous
Drake treats his partners with the same respect and admiration that he would show someone who is famous or admired.

I know I'm late it's always the same shit
He acknowledges that he's late and inconsistent in his relationships, which is a recurring theme for him.

But don't fall asleep on me, hang in there, yeah, yeah
He doesn't want his partner to give up, expressing a desire to be with them even when things are difficult.

I'm on the road right now swangin', girl, yeah
Drake is moving forward in his life and journey, embracing every chance that he has to have a good time, regardless of the circumstances.

Oh, oh
Repeating this phrase gives the listener a sense of the end; that, despite everything that's been said, none of these experiences are permanent and will come to an end eventually.

Oh, oh
Repeating this phrase further emphasizes the point that everything has an end, but Drake remains in the moment, enjoying everything that he can.