I'm Upset
Drake Lyrics


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Yeah
(I'm workin' on dyin')

I'm upset
Fifty thousand on my head, is disrespect
So offended that I had to double check
I'ma always take the money over sex
That's why they need me out the way
What you expect?

Got a lot of blood and it's cold
They keep tryna get me for my soul
Thankful for the women that I know
Can't go fifty-fifty with no hoe
Every month, I'm supposed to pay her bills
And get her what she want
I still got like seven years of doin' what I want
My dad still got child support from 1991 (one, one, one)
Outta town (town), people love to pop a lot of shit then come around
Word to Flacko Jodye, he done seen us put it down
Niggas askin' if I'm cool

I'm upset ('set, 'set)
Hunnid thousand on my head, is disrespect (disrespect)
So offended that I had to double check

You tryna check?
This is real life, niggas think we playin' chess
So what's next?
Jump up out the bed like I'm possessed
I go out on tour and I say I'm drinkin' less
End up gettin' loose and gettin' pictures from my ex (ex, ex, ex, ex)
SMS, triple X
That's the only time I ever shoot below the neck (grrt)
Why you keep on shootin' if you know that nigga dead? (Grrt)
That's the only kind of shit that gets you some respect

Got a lot of blood and it's cold
They keep tryna get me for my soul (for my soul)
Thankful for the women that I know
Can't go fifty-fifty with no ho (ayy, ayy)
Every month, she don't even love me, she just puttin' on a front (front)
She gon' try and settle outta court and make a run
Then gon' ask me how I'm doin'?

I'm upset ('set, 'set)
Half a million on my head I can't accept, yeah
'Least it make me feel like someone tried they best, yeah
Want to waste a half a million, be my guest
Made me wanna buy a vest and a TEC (grrt)
But I'm blessed, I just checked (checked, checked)
Hate me, never met me in the flesh (flesh)
Say she got some things she gotta come here and collect
That shit is in a box to the left, to the left (left, left, left)

Got a lot of blood and it's cold
They keep tryna get me for my soul (for my soul)




Thankful for the women that I know (that I know)
Can't go fifty-fifty with no ho

Overall Meaning

In Drake's song "I'm Upset," he addresses his feelings of being disrespected and undervalued, with a bounty of $50,000 on his head. He seems to be fed up with people trying to take advantage of him and using him for his money. He mentions that he always chooses money over sex, and because of that, people want to get him out of the way. He struggles with his fame, as people love to talk bad about him when he's not around, but when they see him, they pretend to be cool with him. Drake's relationship woes are also evident in the song, as he talks about paying bills for his ex and dealing with child support from 1991. He seems to be questioning who he can trust and who is really in his corner as he navigates the ups and downs of fame and fortune.


Overall, "I'm Upset" serves as a candid glimpse into Drake's emotions and experiences. He is unapologetic about his struggles with relationships and his ongoing efforts to protect his wealth and reputation. His choice to incorporate personal struggles and issues into his music adds a layer of depth and authenticity to his work, making it relatable to fans who may be going through similar experiences.


Line by Line Meaning

Yeah (I'm workin' on dyin')
Although I am alive, I am constantly working towards the end of my life and eventual death.


I'm upset
I am feeling upset and frustrated about something.


Fifty thousand on my head, is disrespect
There is a bounty on my head for $50,000, which I perceive as a direct insult to my person and reputation.


So offended that I had to double check
I was so insulted that I had to check twice to make sure it wasn't a mistake or misunderstanding.


I'ma always take the money over sex
If given the choice between money or sex, I will always choose money, as I prioritize financial gain over physical pleasure.


That's why they need me out the way
Because I am constantly seeking wealth over everything else, there are individuals who want me out of the picture.


Got a lot of blood and it's cold
I have many enemies who wish me harm, and their intentions towards me are aggressive and ruthless.


They keep tryna get me for my soul
These enemies are not only after my physical body, but also my soul and the person I am at my core.


Thankful for the women that I know
Despite my troubles and setbacks, I am grateful for the women in my life who support and care for me.


Can't go fifty-fifty with no hoe
I cannot split my resources or wealth evenly with someone who I perceive as promiscuous or disloyal.


Every month, I'm supposed to pay her bills
I have a financial obligation to a woman who is not in a genuine, loving relationship with me.


And get her what she want
In addition to paying for her necessities, she also expects me to fulfill her wants and luxuries.


I still got like seven years of doin' what I want
I am still relatively young and plan on taking advantage of my freedom and autonomy for another seven years.


My dad still got child support from 1991 (one, one, one)
My father is still receiving and paying child support from a divorce that happened over 20 years ago.


Outta town (town), people love to pop a lot of shit then come around
When I leave my hometown or current location, people love to talk and spread rumors, but then act differently when they see me in person.


Word to Flacko Jodye, he done seen us put it down
A reference to a friend who has witnessed the rapper and his crew prove their abilities and power before.


Niggas askin' if I'm cool
Other men are inquiring if I am alright and in good spirits.


You tryna check?
Are you attempting to test my patience or see if I will retaliate?


This is real life, niggas think we playin' chess
The rapper and his team are dealing with real-life problems, but some people view it as a game or competition to beat them in.


So what's next?
What other challenges or obstacles can we expect to face in the future?


Jump up out the bed like I'm possessed
I move with urgency and determination, as if something beyond myself is pushing me forward.


I go out on tour and I say I'm drinkin' less
The rapper proclaims that he will limit his drinking while on tour, but this ultimately proves to be untrue.


End up gettin' loose and gettin' pictures from my ex (ex, ex, ex, ex)
Despite his intentions to avoid alcohol, the rapper still ends up drinking and receiving sexually suggestive pictures from an ex-partner.


SMS, triple X
Slang term for a type of text message that can be deleted after sending, which is useful for keeping things private.


That's the only time I ever shoot below the neck (grrt)
When I shoot someone, I aim for their head or other vital areas that will guarantee fatality.


Why you keep on shootin' if you know that nigga dead? (Grrt)
If the target is already dead, there is no need to continue shooting them, but the rapper suggests a willingness to overdo it and ensure the death is absolute.


That's the only kind of shit that gets you some respect
In certain situations or environments, being overly violent or aggressive is the only thing that earns you respect from others.


Half a million on my head I can't accept, yeah
The bounty on my head has increased to $500,000, which I cannot tolerate or accept as a reasonable price for my life.


'Least it make me feel like someone tried they best, yeah
Although the bounty is extreme and unjust, at least it feels like the person or people after me are making an effort to take me down.


Want to waste a half a million, be my guest
If someone truly wants to spend $500,000 on hurting me or ending my life, they are welcome to try but it is unlikely they will succeed.


Made me wanna buy a vest and a TEC (grrt)
The threat of harm or death has motivated me to acquire a bulletproof vest and firearm for protection.


But I'm blessed, I just checked (checked, checked)
Despite the many challenges I face and the threats against me, I am still grateful for the blessings in my life and remain optimistic.


Hate me, never met me in the flesh (flesh)
People often form opinions or feelings about me without ever meeting me or experiencing my presence firsthand.


Say she got some things she gotta come here and collect
A woman who believes she is owed something has expressed a desire to meet and discuss the matter in person.


That shit is in a box to the left, to the left (left, left, left)
The belongings or items that the woman is referring to are located in a box to the left, representing a place that is far from the rapper's attention or interest.


Every month, she don't even love me, she just puttin' on a front (front)
The same woman who believes she is owed something is only pretending to love or have genuine feelings for the rapper, which he sees through and is frustrated by.


She gon' try and settle outta court and make a run
This woman will likely attempt to avoid a legal battle or confrontation by settling outside of court and then disappearing or fleeing the situation.


Then gon' ask me how I'm doin'?
After evading the legal matter and potentially taking advantage of the rapper, this woman will have the audacity to ask how he is feeling.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Aubrey Graham, Jordan T Ortiz

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@MissDarcei

I have been waiting for Drake to do a Degrassi video for the last 10 years. This is my dream come true 😭

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MissDarcei too bad its bout killing someone

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Mine tooooo!!! Best video ever! I’ve waited so long but it was worth the wait! My boy keeps doing it! He’s got 25 songs on the top 50!

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Having Shane and Drake walk side by side into the reunion was GOLD - what a way to pay homage to the friendship of Jimmy and Spinner.

@Mr.PR2000

I think they are like legit really good friends in real life like in the show tho. They did kinda spend most of their teenage years together working.

@Yungkannon

It’s 2024 and I’m back here because I decided to rewatch degressi from the beginning again #foreverClassic

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