The outro of the song also notably has Drake’s son, Adonis, give his first musical appearance all over an upbeat instrumental that differs from the one present in the main song.
Daylight
Drake Lyrics
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You know why?
You don't have the guts to be what you wanna be
You need people like me
You need people like me so you can point your fuckin' fingers
And say that's the bad guy
Yeah (808 Mafia)
Grah
Treat all my exes like Jehovah's witnesses
Free all the dogs and fuck all the witnesses
They sittin' down, we standin' on business
Ayy, standin' on business
Standin' on business
Standin' on business
Standin' on, ooh
I'm tryna fuck all the bitches that look like my ex
I'm makin' her vex, I'm too complex
I carry a whole lotta gold on my neck
He talkin' down, he get put in a lake
Capo the type to show up to the wake
I'm geekin' hard, don't know what to take
Don't know what I took
My doggy got booked for actin' like Book
Shot 'em in, ayy
Shot 'em in daylight
Shot 'em in daylight
Shot 'em in daylight (shot 'em, shot 'em, what? Shot 'em, what?)
Shot 'em in daylight
Shot 'em in daylight
Shot 'em in daylight (broad day)
She went to Jung and bought the body
I wasn't there when they caught the body
TPS think that I bought the body
Internet swear that I bought the body
Take more than that to go pop somebody
Them niggas talk about everybody
So lowkey, I'm happy they got somebody, nigga, what?
Like what's in your shoe? We sockin' niggas
Like what's on your wrist? We clockin' niggas
Like anyone home? We knockin' niggas
We clumsy as fuck, we droppin' niggas
Like Lenny Kravitz show, we rockin' niggas
Like tennis indoors, we squashin' niggas
Like combo number one, we whoppin' niggas, nigga, what?
We grabbin' his girl and we leavin' a note
She broke up with him and deleted a post
She said she was vegan, she eatin' a goat, what
I'm geekin' hard, I know how it look
Don't know what to take, don't know what I took
My doggy got booked for actin' like Book
Shot 'em in (what?)
Shot 'em in daylight
Shot 'em in daylight
Shot 'em in daylight (shot 'em, shot 'em, what? Shot 'em, what?)
Shot 'em in daylight
Shot 'em in daylight
Shot 'em in daylight (broad)
Don't talk to my man like that
I like it when you make it
My, my, my, my man
My, my, my, my man
Don't talk to my man like that
I like it when you like it
My, my, my, my man
My, my, my, my man
You know which one you want
I don't care which one you want
You can take whatever
I don't care what you do
I will always watch 'em for you
"Daylight" by Drake is a song that delves into the rapper's feelings of frustration and the need for validation. The opening lines express a sentiment of being criticized by others who project their own insecurities onto him. Drake acknowledges that people like him, someone who is seen as the "bad guy," are necessary for others to feel self-righteous and judgmental. It highlights the idea that society often needs someone to point the finger at and blame for their own shortcomings.
The following verses touch on Drake's relationships with women, particularly his exes. He compares them to Jehovah's witnesses, suggesting they constantly hound him and refuse to let go. Despite his complicated feelings towards them, Drake admits to feeling a sense of satisfaction from making them jealous or vexed. He boasts about the material wealth he possesses, emphasizing his opulence and superiority. The references to violence, such as shooting someone in broad daylight, may serve as metaphors for taking revenge or asserting dominance.
The latter part of the song includes references to Drake's influence on others and the power he holds. He implies that he has the ability to manipulate situations and people, even within the competitive music industry. The lyrics also touch on the theme of loyalty among friends and the idea of defending one's loved ones. Drake asserts his position and warns others not to speak disrespectfully about his friends or interfere with his personal life.
Overall, "Daylight" showcases Drake's introspection and the complexities of his relationships, while also highlighting his confidence and strength in the face of criticism.
Line by Line Meaning
You're all a bunch of fucking assholes
You are all a group of unpleasant individuals
You know why?
Do you understand the reason?
You don't have the guts to be what you wanna be
You lack the courage to become who you aspire to be
You need people like me
You require individuals like myself
You need people like me so you can point your fuckin' fingers
You necessitate individuals like myself to blame
And say that's the bad guy
And identify someone as the villain
Treat all my exes like Jehovah's witnesses
I handle all my past lovers like persistent religious recruiters
Free all the dogs and fuck all the witnesses
Release all my loyal companions and disregard those who observe
They sittin' down, we standin' on business
They are inactive, while we are actively pursuing our goals
Ayy, standin' on business
Yes, committed to our endeavors
Standin' on business
Remaining dedicated to our pursuits
Standin' on business
Upholding our professional endeavors
Standin' on, ooh
Committed to achieving success, oh
I'm tryna fuck all the bitches that look like my ex
I am attempting to engage in intimate relationships with individuals resembling my previous partners
I'm makin' her vex, I'm too complex
I am causing her annoyance, as I possess intricate qualities
I carry a whole lotta gold on my neck
I adorn my neck with an abundance of gold jewelry
He talkin' down, he get put in a lake
If he speaks disrespectfully, he will face consequences
Capo the type to show up to the wake
I am the kind of person to attend a funeral
I'm geekin' hard, don't know what to take
I am experiencing intense excitement, uncertain of the substance I should consume
Don't know what I took
I am unaware of the substance I ingested
My doggy got booked for actin' like Book
My friend was arrested for imitating a notorious figure
Shot 'em in, ayy
Shot them with a firearm, yes
Shot 'em in daylight
Engaged in shooting during daytime
Shot 'em in daylight
Fired at them while the sun was still out
Shot 'em in daylight (shot 'em, shot 'em, what? Shot 'em, what?)
Carried out the shooting during daylight hours (fired at them, fired at them, what? Fired at them, what?)
Shot 'em in daylight
Executed the act of shooting during the day
Shot 'em in daylight
Took aim and fired during daytime
Shot 'em in daylight (broad day)
Performed the shooting in full view during daytime
She went to Jung and bought the body
She visited a plastic surgeon and obtained a new physique
I wasn't there when they caught the body
I was not present when they apprehended the individual
TPS think that I bought the body
The police suspect that I was involved in the acquisition of the remains
Internet swear that I bought the body
Online sources falsely claim that I purchased the corpse
Take more than that to go pop somebody
It would require more than that to eliminate someone
Them niggas talk about everybody
Those individuals gossip about everyone
So lowkey, I'm happy they got somebody, nigga, what?
In a discreet manner, I find satisfaction in their misfortune, what?
Like what's in your shoe? We sockin' niggas
Similar to searching one's shoe, we engage in physical altercations
Like what's on your wrist? We clockin' niggas
Just as one checks the time on their wrist, we monitor individuals
Like anyone home? We knockin' niggas
Asking if someone is present, we aggressively confront individuals
We clumsy as fuck, we droppin' niggas
We are remarkably clumsy, causing individuals to fall
Like Lenny Kravitz show, we rockin' niggas
Similar to a concert by Lenny Kravitz, we overpower individuals
Like tennis indoors, we squashin' niggas
Like an indoor tennis match, we suppress individuals
Like combo number one, we whoppin' niggas, nigga, what?
Like ordering a number one combo meal, we defeat individuals, what?
We grabbin' his girl and we leavin' a note
We take hold of his girlfriend and leave behind a message
She broke up with him and deleted a post
She ended her relationship with him and removed a social media post
She said she was vegan, she eatin' a goat, what
She claimed to follow a plant-based diet, yet she consumes goat meat, what?
I'm geekin' hard, I know how it look
I am deeply intoxicated, aware of how it appears
Don't know what to take, don't know what I took
Uncertain of what substance to consume, unaware of what I have already consumed
My doggy got booked for actin' like Book
My friend was arrested for emulating a legendary figure
Shot 'em in (what?)
Fired at them (what?)
Shot 'em in daylight
Engaged in shooting during daytime
Shot 'em in daylight
Fired at them while the sun was still out
Shot 'em in daylight (shot 'em, shot 'em, what? Shot 'em, what?)
Carried out the shooting during daylight hours (fired at them, fired at them, what? Fired at them, what?)
Shot 'em in daylight
Executed the act of shooting during the day
Shot 'em in daylight
Took aim and fired during daytime
Shot 'em in daylight (broad)
Performed the shooting in full view during daytime
Don't talk to my man like that
Do not speak to my partner disrespectfully
I like it when you make it
I enjoy it when you achieve success
My, my, my, my man
Oh, my, my, my, my partner
My, my, my, my man
Oh, my, my, my, my partner
Don't talk to my man like that
Do not speak to my partner disrespectfully
I like it when you like it
I appreciate it when you enjoy something
My, my, my, my man
Oh, my, my, my, my partner
My, my, my, my man
Oh, my, my, my, my partner
You know which one you want
You are aware of the one you desire
I don't care which one you want
I am indifferent to your choice
You can take whatever
You have the freedom to select anything
I don't care what you do
I am unconcerned with your actions
I will always watch 'em for you
I will continuously keep an eye on them on your behalf
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Aubrey Drake Graham, Adonis Graham, Alessio Bevilacqua, Joshua Howard Luellen, Matthew Kyle Brown, Thomas Cremeni
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@fbgprey
This song is obviously Drake referencing the theories that he got X whacked.
The song is called Daylight, a play on X’s hit song Moonlight.
The chorus is him repeating “Shot him in daylight, shot him in daylight, shot him in daylight”
X was shot six times in daylight when he passed, Drake says “Shot him in Daylight” six times in the chorus.
Just before the chorus he says:
“I'm tryna fuck all the bitches that look like my EX
I'm makin' her VEX, I'm too COMPLEX”
3 X’s (Like XXXTentacion)
He even outright says:
“I wasn't there when they caught the body
TPS think that I bought the body
Internet swear that I bought the body
Take more than that to go pop somebody
Them *** talk about everybody
So lowkey I'm happy they got somebody”
This might be a reach but it even sounds like he’s saying Broward (where X is from) at 2:02. I know Genius says he’s saying broad but with all the other subliminals in the song it’s probably just a double entendre. There’s also a Tony Montana sample in the beginning of the song who’s from Florida. He also has a song called “Members Only” on the album which is the name of X’s rap group.
I don’t think Drake got X killed but he’s just playing into the theory and throwing slight subliminals to get people talking and probably to make his reputation as a “mob boss” seem more reputable.
@SUPERrxLiLRiZ
Making it out the preschool wit this one⚠️⚠️ 🔥🔥🔥
@yhgcbbjdfhhhbv8894
Shii was asss let’s be real
@iluvshawty
@@yhgcbbjdfhhhbv8894adonis carried
@blackshadexl
@@yhgcbbjdfhhhbv8894let’s give him the benefit of the doubt…
@hellomyfriend8720
no lie what up with drake making his kid sus @@yhgcbbjdfhhhbv8894
@Acapella_city341
@@yhgcbbjdfhhhbv8894don’t talk to my man like that
@donovanstraw
Adonis absolutely put this whole album on his shoulders.
@tamzeed17
WE GETTIN THROUGH THE CHILD SUPPORT WITH THIS ONE🔥🔥🔥
@lovergirl________
😂😂😂
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😂😂😂