Forever
Drake Lyrics
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But understand nothing was done for me
So I don't plan on stoppin' at all
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
I'm shuttin' shit down in the mall
And tellin' every girl she the one for me
And I ain't even plannin' to call
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
Last name Ever, first name Greatest
Like a sprained ankle, boy, I ain't nothin' to play with
Started off local, but thanks to all the haters
I know G-IV pilots on a first name basis
In your city faded off the brown, Nino
She insists she got more class, we know
Swimmin' in the money come and find me, Nemo
If I was at the club you know I balled, chemo
Dropped the mixtape, that shit sounded like an album
Who'd have thought a country wide tour'd be the outcome?
Labels want my name beside a X, like Malcolm
Everybody got a deal, I did it without one
Yeah, nigga, I'm about my business
Killin' all these rappers, you would swear I had a hit list
Everyone who doubted me is askin' for forgiveness
If you ain't been a part of it, at least you got to witness
Bitches
It may not mean nothin' to y'all
But understand nothing was done for me
So I don't plan on stoppin' at all
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
I'm shuttin' shit down in the mall
And tellin' every girl she the one for me
And I ain't even plannin' to call
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
Ever-ever, Mr. West is in the building
Ain't no question who about to kill 'em
I used to have hood dreams, big fame, big chains
I stuck my dick inside this life until that bitch came
I went hard all fall like the ball teams
Just so I can make it rain all spring
Y'all seen my story, my glory
I had raped the game young, you can call it statutory
When a nigga blow up they gon' build statutes for me
Old money, Benjamin Button, "What?" nothin'
Now it's super bad chicks givin' me McLovin
You would think I ran the world like Michelle's husband
You would think these niggas know me when they really doesn't
Like they was down with the old me, no you fuckin' wasn't
Um, you're such a fuckin' loser
He ain't even go to class, Bueller
Trade the Grammy plaques just to have my granny back
'Member she had that bad hip like a fanny pack?
Chasin' the stardom would turn you to a maniac
All the way in Hollywood and I can't even act
They pull their cameras out and goddamn, he snap
I used to want this thing forever, y'all can have it back
It may not mean nothin' to y'all
But understand nothing was done for me
So I don't plan on stoppin' at all
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
I'm shuttin' shit down in the mall
And tellin' every girl she the one for me
And I ain't even plannin' to call
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
Okay, hello, it's the Martian, Space Jam Jordans
I want this shit forever, wake up and smell the garden
Fresher than the harvest, step up to the target
If I had one guess, then I guess I'm just New Orleans
And I will never stop like I'm runnin' from the cops
Hopped up in my car and told my chauffeur, "To the top"
Life is such a fuckin' roller coaster then it drops
But what should I scream for? This is my theme park
My minds shine even when my thoughts seem dark
Pistol on my side, you don't wanna hear that thing talk
Let the king talk, check the price and pay attention
Lil Wayne, that's what they gotta say or mention
I'm like Nevada in the middle of the summer
I'm restin' in the lead, I need a pillow and a cover
Shh, my foot's sleepin' on the gas
No brake pads, no such thing as last, uh
It may not mean nothin' to y'all
But understand nothing was done for me
So I don't plan on stoppin' at all
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
I'm shuttin' shit down in the mall
And tellin' every girl she the one for me
And I ain't even plannin' to call
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
There they go, packin' stadiums as Shady spits his flow
Nuts they go, Macadamian, they go so ballistic, whoa
He can make them look like bozos
He's wonderin' if he should spit this slow
Fuck no, go for broke, his cup just runneth over, oh no
He ain't had him a buzz like this since the last time that he overdosed
They've been waitin' patiently for Pinocchio to poke his nose
Back into the game and they know
Rap will never be the same as befo'
Bashin' in the brains of these hoes
And establishin' a name as he goes
The passion and the flame is ignited
You can't put it out once we light it
This shit is exactly what the fuck I'm talkin' about when we riot
You dealin' with a few true villains
Who stand inside of the booth, truth spillin'
And spit true feelings
Until our tooth fillings come flyin' up out of our mouths, now rewind it
Payback, motherfucker for the way that you doubted me, how's it taste?
When I slap the taste out your mouth
With the bass so loud that it shakes the place
I'm Hannibal Lecter, so just in case you're thinkin' of savin' face
You ain't gonna have no face to save
By the time I'm through with this place, so Drake
It may not mean nothin' to y'all
But understand nothing was done for me
So I don't plan on stoppin' at all
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
I'm shuttin' shit down in the mall
And tellin' every girl she the one for me
And I ain't even plannin' to call
I want this shit forever, mane, ever, mane, ever, mane
The lyrics to Drake's song "Forever" focus on proving himself and his dedication to his career as a rapper. He opens with, "It may not mean nothin' to y'all, but understand nothing was done for me." This line suggests that while others may not see the importance of his work or understand his motivations, he has had to work hard to get to where he is. He then goes on to declare that he wants his success to last forever, and he plans on never stopping or slowing down. Similarly, he wants to shut down the mall, tell every girl she's the one for him, and never have to call her.
The song features verses from a variety of artists including Kanye West, Lil Wayne, and Eminem. Each artist shares their own experiences and motivations for being successful in the rap industry. They all share a desire to be the greatest and to use their talents to achieve that goal.
Overall, "Forever" is an anthem for hard work, determination, and the pursuit of success in the music industry. The artists' dedication to their craft shines through in their lyrics and they want to make their mark in the industry for eternity.
Line by Line Meaning
It may not mean nothin' to y'all
This may not hold any significance for you
But understand nothing was done for me
But you should know that nothing was handed to me
So I don't plan on stoppin' at all
So I have no intentions of quitting
I want this shit forever mane, ever mane, ever mane
I desire to have this success permanently
I'm shuttin' shit down in the mall
I'm causing a commotion and dominating in the shopping center
And tellin' every girl she the one for me
And proclaiming to every girl that she is special to me
And I ain't even plannin' to call
And I don't even plan on contacting them
Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy
Expressing enthusiasm and energy
Last name Ever, first name Greatest
My last name is 'Ever' and my first name is 'Greatest'
Like a sprained ankle, boy, I ain't nothin' to play with
I'm not someone you should underestimate, like an injury
Started off local, but thanks to all the haters
I began my career on a small scale, but the haters helped me grow
I know G-IV pilots on a first name basis
I am acquainted with the pilots of private G-IV jets
In your city faded off the brown, Nino
In your city, intoxicated on a substance called 'brown,' Nino
She insists she got more class, we know
She claims to have superior qualities, but we are aware of the truth
Swimmin' in the money come and find me, Nemo
I am immersed in wealth, like the fish Nemo in water
If I was at the club you know I balled, chemo
If I was at the club, you can be certain I dominated, like someone undergoing chemotherapy
Dropped the mixtape, that shit sounded like an album
I released a mixtape that was of such high quality, it resembled an album
Who'd have thought a country-wide tour'd be the outcome?
Who would have anticipated that it would lead to a successful nationwide tour?
Labels want my name beside a X, like Malcolm
Record labels desire to associate my name with great artists, similar to Malcolm X
Everybody got a deal, I did it without one
Everyone has a record deal, but I achieved success without signing one
Yeah, nigga, I'm about my business
Yes, I am fully focused on my career and making money
Killin' all these rappers, you would swear I had a hit list
I am surpassing and outshining other rappers, as if I had a list of targets
Everyone who doubted me is askin' for forgiveness
Those who didn't believe in me are now seeking my forgiveness
If you ain't been a part of it, at least you got to witness
If you weren't involved in my journey, at least you had the opportunity to observe it
Bitches
Referring to women in a derogatory manner
Okay, hello, it's the Martian, Space Jam Jordans
Introducing himself as the Martian, wearing Space Jam Jordans
I want this shit forever, wake up and smell the garden
He desires to achieve long-term success, urging others to realize it
Fresher than the harvest, step up to the target
Being fresher than the crops ready for harvest, taking aim towards a goal
If I had one guess, then I guess I'm just New Orleans
If given one chance to determine his identity, he would choose New Orleans
And I will never stop like I'm runnin' from the cops
He will never cease his pursuit of success, as if he's evading the police
Hopped up in my car and told my chauffeur, 'To the top'
Getting into his car and instructing the driver to take him to the peak of success
Life is such a fuckin' roller coaster then it drops
Life is full of unpredictable ups and downs
But what should I scream for? This is my theme park
But why should he scream in fear? Life is his own playground
My minds shine even when my thoughts seem dark
His mindset remains positive even during difficult times
Pistol on my side, you don't wanna hear that thing talk
He carries a gun, and you wouldn't want to experience its consequences
Let the king talk, check the price and pay attention
Allow the king (himself) to speak, take note of his worth and listen closely
Lil Wayne, that's what they gotta say or mention
People often mention Lil Wayne when referring to him
I'm like Nevada in the middle of the summer
He's hot and prominent, like Nevada during the summer season
I'm restin' in the lead, I need a pillow and a cover
He is comfortably in first place and desires some relaxation and protection
Shh, my foot's sleepin' on the gas
He is driving fast, with his foot pressing on the accelerator
No brake pads, no such thing as last, uh
He has no intention of slowing down, as there is no concept of coming in last
There they go, packin' stadiums as Shady spits his flow
Eminem is filling stadiums as he delivers his rap
Nuts they go, Macadamian, they go so ballistic, whoa
The crowd goes crazy and becomes wild, showing their enthusiasm
He can make them look like bozos
Eminem can make his opponents look foolish
He's wondering if he should spit this slow
He contemplates whether to rap at a slower pace
Fuck no, go for broke, his cup just runneth over, oh no
No, he won't slow down, he will give it his all, overflowing with talent and success
He ain't had him a buzz like this since the last time he overdosed
He hasn't experienced this level of success since his last drug overdose
They've been waitin' patiently for Pinocchio to poke his nose
They have been waiting for him to make a comeback
Back into the game and they know
Returning to the rap game, and everyone is aware
Rap will never be the same as befo'
Rap music will never be the way it was before
Bashin' in the brains of these hoes
Critically attacking the minds of these women
And establishin' a name as he goes
Building a reputation as he continues his journey
The passion and the flame is ignited
His passion and ambition are burning brightly
You can't put it out once we light it
Once they start, their energy cannot be extinguished
This shit is exactly what the fuck I'm talkin' about when we riot
This is the kind of energy and chaos he expects during a riot
You dealin' with a few true villains
You're engaging with a couple of real bad guys
Who stand inside of the booth, truth spillin'
Who are honest and open while recording in the booth
And spit true feelings
Rapping with genuine emotions
Until our tooth fillings come flyin' up out of our mouths, now rewind it
Until their dental fillings are dislodged, metaphorically rewinding the track
Payback, motherfucker for the way that you got at me, how's it taste?
This is revenge for the way they were treated, asking the enemy how it feels
When I slap the taste out your mouth
When he aggressively removes their arrogance or confidence
With the bass so loud that it shakes the place
With such loud bass that it creates tremors in the environment
I'm Hannibal Lecter, so just in case you're thinkin' of savin' face
Comparing himself to Hannibal Lecter, warning others not to try to save their reputation
You ain't gonna have no face to save
They will be left with no reputation to protect
By the time I'm through with this place, so Drake
Once he finishes his work here, referring to himself as Drake
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, The Administration MP, Inc., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Matthew Jehu Samuels, Aubrey Drake Graham, Dwayne Carter, Kanye Omari West, Marshall B. Mathers III
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@keithpoteat5016
Facts YouTube is the closest we will ever get to a time machine an Eminem killed his part
There they go, packin' stadiums as Shady spits his flow
Nuts they go, Macadamian, they go so ballistic, whoa
He can make them look like bozos
He's wonderin' if he should spit this slow, fuck no
Go for broke, his cup just runneth over, oh no
He ain't had him a buzz like this
Since the last time that he overdosed
They been waitin' patiently for Pinocchio to poke his nose
Back into the game and they know
Rap will never be the same as befo'
Bashin' in the brains of these hoes
And establishin' a name as he goes
The passion in the flame is ignited
You can't put it out once we light it
This shit is exactly what the fuck
That I'm talkin' about when we riot
You dealin' with a few true villains
Who stand inside of a booth, truth-spillin'
And spit true feelings until our tooth fillings
Come flyin' up out of our mouths, now, rewind it
Payback, motherfucker
For the way that you doubted me, how's it taste?
When I slap the taste outta your mouth
With the bass so loud that it shakes the place
I'm Hannibal Lecter, so just in case you're thinkin' of savin' face
You ain't gonna have no face to save
By the time I'm through with this place, so Drake
@brandonayong5823
This was when Drake and Wayne were taking over rap and Kanye was the biggest rapper around. Eminem had been out of rap for 4 years due to depression. He came back sober and reminded everyone he is here for multiple decades
@aayushverma9681
Yo so true
@Steven-uk2fz
Wayne had already taken over rap like a year prior
@vc5917
That Eminem Eminem verse gives me chills man
@DaDelinguisher
Wayne has already took over way before, he was at the tail end of his peak here
@warrennowell8396
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@chrisg3492
The fact that Drake, Lil Wayne, Kanye & Eminem are on a song together
@jesus3300
Glad i scrolled down lol was thinking the exact same
@chrisg3492
Jesus D. Hernandez literally every single artist can be considered the GOAT of Rap
@jesus3300
@@chrisg3492 honestly, it's preference of choice, to each his own.