No Friends In The Industry
Drake Lyrics

No friends in the industry
Drake is realizing that although he is in the music industry and is surrounded by people, he doesn't trust anyone and doesn't have any real friends.

My brothers been my brothers, man
The people that Drake considers to be his brothers are the ones that have been with him from the beginning and have his best interests at heart.

You niggas ain't no kin to me, a fact (whoa)
Drake is emphasizing that just because they are in the same industry, that doesn't make them family or even close friends.

Yeah, you heard about me, you don't know me more than that
People have heard of Drake and his success, but they don't truly know him or have a personal relationship with him.

Yeah, I know, I
Drake is acknowledging that people have heard of him and don't truly know him, but he's not bothered by it.

I was known for snappin' when I chat before the app
Drake has always been known for being a skilled rapper, even before the rise of social media apps like Snapchat.

Stood on everything I said and never took it back (whoa)
Drake is emphasizing that he always stands by his word and doesn't backtrack on anything he says.

I had to draw the line between my brothers and my enemies, a fact
Drake has learned to differentiate between those who are truly looking out for him and those who are trying to bring him down, whether intentionally or unintentionally.

Niggas love to start the beef, don't wanna keep it rap
Drake is frustrated with other artists who start drama and beefs with him but don't want to keep it within the realm of the music industry.

See, when I was young angel but these niggas turned me evil
Drake is acknowledging that he used to be more innocent and pure but the people he has encountered in the industry have made him more defensive and cynical.

Yeah, I know I know you, but you really ain't my people
Although Drake may know of people in the industry or have met them, he doesn't consider them to be his true friends or allies.

Truth be told, I son these niggas, girl, I don't compete with 'em
Drake has outshined many rappers in the industry and doesn't feel the need to compete with those who are below his level of skill and success.

All that linking up, man, I'ma see ya when I see ya
Drake isn't interested in making empty promises to collaborate with other artists, and will only work with those he truly feels a connection to.

And I'm like Sha'Carri, smoke 'em on and off the track (ayy)
Drake has confidence in his skills as a rapper to the extent that he can outperform anyone, just like Sha'Carri Richardson can outrun her opponents on and off the track.

And you love that ho, but me, I put her on her back
Drake is boasting that he is able to seduce women that other men desire and is successful in the bedroom.

You get Drizzy on a track, he'll put you on the map
Drake's feature on another artist's track can bring them more recognition and success.

Since I got in contact, she attached
Drake has many people trying to get in touch with him, and they often become overly attached to him and his success.

When I signed my first deal, that shit came through a fax
Drake has been in the music industry for a long time and is reminiscing about the days when contracts and deals were faxed instead of emailed or signed online.

Rest of them is guilty by association (ayy, what?)/Fuck debatin' who the G.O.A.T.
Drake doesn't feel the need to argue about who is the best in the industry - he knows he is one of the most successful and influential rappers today.

Better not make the shit up 'bout the numbers all I know/Better not make the shit up 'bout the summer all I know
Drake is warning other artists not to spread rumors or make false statements about his numbers or his personal life and experiences, as he knows the truth and will defend himself.

Better find you someone else to hit with all that smoke, nigga, yeah/And all them tweets and all them posts
Drake is telling other rappers to find someone else to start a feud with, as he isn't interested in engaging in useless drama on social media.

I had a Richard prior to these niggas, that's the joke
Drake is emphasizing that he has been wealthy and successful for a long time, and the new wave of rappers who started after him can't compare to his level of experience and fame.

I'm really down to die behind these verses in my notes
Drake is extremely passionate about his craft and is willing to dedicate his life to it, even if it means risking everything for his music.

I could play off the iPod?/Yeah 'cause this a motherfuckin' 2016, baby
Drake is using a bit of humor to show how current and up-to-date he is with technology, as he can play music from his iPod without any difficulty or confusion.

I see the way the lights go, on the dashboard/The lights go to the dashboard/That's how you know it's new, ooh
Drake may be using these lines as filler, or he may be expressing his admiration for new technology and the way it works - specifically, the lights on the dashboard of a car when you start it up.