You Only Live Twice
Drake Lyrics


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No, I'm never gangbangin' in my blue Chucks
Money callin' so I threw the deuce up
Yeah, they plottin' on me but they gotta do somethin'
Told my dawg two-somethin' just to shoot somethin'
Left them niggas stretched out on the train tracks
Rather you than me, here come that payback
Got 'em lookin' for that paper that they can't tax
Yayo so clean, I told 'em call it, "Ajax"
Hialeah celebrated when Fidel died
Patti LaBelle, who knew that we would sell pies?
Standin' on your own is when you realize
When all the lights go out, that's when you see the real guys
Back to the real niggas glowin' in the dark
Never perfect but you know a nigga hard
A rich nigga that'll pull up to the park
Get on one knee and tell the kids that they are stars
Bullet wounds don't be covered by ObamaCare
Your funeral was way too soon, that's if your mama there
Real niggas deserve to live twice
Plastic fork and some fried rice

Yeah, two-point-two for the Rafael Nadal
Don't act like you're happy for me now
Don't act like you wasn't prayin' for catastrophic collapses
Catalog is immaculate
Still runnin' the game, don't ask me about the practice
Ho, you go on vacation, don't ask me about relaxin'
Not sure if you know but I'm actually Michael Jackson
The man I see in the mirror is actually goin' platinum
Unthinkable when I think of the way these niggas been actin'
Yeah, I never did you nothin' and you play like we family, huh?
Next thing, you wanna shoot me down, it can't be love
Not sure where you was tryna send it, it can't be up
That day you sounded like a bitch, you fancy, huh?
Damn, how can I forgive like this?
I gotta dead a lot of shit just to live like this
I had to fuck a lot of girls to get a kid like this
I had to get a lot of cribs to get a crib like this, nigga
That's why I'm movin' all elusive
These boys on they last resort and it's givin' us all inclusive
Been spazzin' since CB was chunkin' up the deuces, nigga
Your shit was boo-boo, excuses, excuses, nigga

Brrrt, may I speak to pussy niggas?
I just call it like I see it, I ain't even lookin', nigga
I just walk it like I speak and I ain't speakin' to them niggas
I ain't starvin', I'm just greedy, all I eat is pussy, nigga
Don't wan' see these pussy niggas
Y'all can't see me, pussy niggas
You keep talkin' like you eatin', I'ma feed you bullets, nigga
I might even cook a nigga, all my weed is cookies, nigga
Shove a 8-ball up her pussy like a fetus for me, nigga
I got bitches doin' lines, I'm Adidas to 'em, nigga
I got sentenced, took some time and it was easier than simple
I'm so difficult to fathom like a fever in the winter
I got women in the Phantom with they cleavage out the window
Long hair, lot of tats and I smell like the pack
Money trail right on track
With that big body Maybach like it's a little Pontiac
All my chains look like snakes, that's some real diamondbacks
Pull my hammer out her pussy, pull her nails out my back
I don't chill, I react
On the scale, my pockets fat
And to this whale, you like a ant
I'ma dog, if you a dog, then pull your tail up out your ass
And on this Codeine, I'm a turtle, it done shell-shocked my ass
I'm the hottest on the cellblock, I promise
I can fly to check my mailbox, invoices soundin' like Jill Scott




Pill popped, house in Hidden Hills on the hilltop
Her ears popped, she lick my lollipop and my teardrops, Tunechi

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Drake, Lil Wayne and Rick Ross's song "You Only Live Twice" are a mixture of boastful rhymes, gangster bravado, and introspective musings. The opening verse, by Drake, talks about the reality of gang violence and the importance of being financially successful. He conveys that he would rather have his enemies suffer than him, and his wealth is such that it can't be taxed. He then talks about the celebration of Fidel Castro's death in Hialeah and how he never really knew where he stood with some people.


Lil Wayne's verse starts off with him boasting about his wealth and how successful he is. He compares himself to Michael Jackson and talks about how difficult it is to forgive certain things. He then raps about his numerous sexual conquests and how they have led him to have a child. Wayne talks about how elusive he is and how he moves discreetly. His verse ends with him warning anyone who has beef with him.


Lastly, Rick Ross's verse is full of violent threats and sexual innuendo. He talks about how easy it was for him to serve time in jail and how he's tough to comprehend. He boasts about his luxurious car and jewelry and uses animal metaphors to emphasize his dominance. Ross ends his verse with him talking about checking his mailbox and listening to invoices sounding like the singer Jill Scott.


In summary, "You Only Live Twice" is a song where three of the biggest hip hop artists in the world talk about their wealth, power, and success while also acknowledging the realities of gang violence and interpersonal relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

No, I'm never gangbangin' in my blue Chucks
I don't engage in gang violence while wearing blue Converse shoes.


Money callin' so I threw the deuce up
I raised my hand in a peace sign because I am busy making money.


Yeah, they plottin' on me but they gotta do somethin'
There are people conspiring against me, but they need to take action.


Told my dawg two-somethin' just to shoot somethin'
I instructed my friend to shoot at someone for a specific reason.


Left them niggas stretched out on the train tracks
I caused harm to those individuals, leaving them incapacitated on the railway.


Rather you than me, here come that payback
I prefer that you experience the consequences instead of me, and now retribution is arriving.


Got 'em lookin' for that paper that they can't tax
I have them searching for money that they cannot legally collect taxes from.


Yayo so clean, I told 'em call it, 'Ajax'
My cocaine is so pure and untainted that I suggested referring to it as 'Ajax' (a brand of cleaning product).


Hialeah celebrated when Fidel died
The city of Hialeah rejoiced when Fidel Castro passed away.


Patti LaBelle, who knew that we would sell pies?
Who would have anticipated that we would achieve success in selling drugs?


Standin' on your own is when you realize
You truly comprehend the value of independence when you are self-reliant.


When all the lights go out, that's when you see the real guys
The true character of individuals is revealed when facing adversity or challenging situations.


Back to the real niggas glowin' in the dark
Returning to the genuine individuals who shine and stand out even in difficult circumstances.


Never perfect but you know a nigga hard
I may not be flawless, but you recognize that I am tough and resilient.


A rich nigga that'll pull up to the park
I, a wealthy individual, am willing to arrive at the park in my luxurious vehicle.


Get on one knee and tell the kids that they are stars
I humbly kneel down to convey to the children that they are exceptional and shine brightly.


Bullet wounds don't be covered by ObamaCare
Health insurance provided by the Obama administration does not financially protect against gunshot injuries.


Your funeral was way too soon, that's if your mama there
If your mother is present at your funeral, then it means you passed away prematurely.


Real niggas deserve to live twice
Authentic individuals should have an opportunity to live their lives to the fullest on two separate occasions.


Plastic fork and some fried rice
I have a disposable utensil and a plate of fried rice.


Yeah, two-point-two for the Rafael Nadal
I paid 2.2 million dollars for the Rolex watch similar to the one worn by Rafael Nadal.


Don't act like you're happy for me now
Do not pretend to be joyful about my achievements at this moment.


Don't act like you wasn't prayin' for catastrophic collapses
Do not deny that you were secretly hoping for my downfall and failures.


Catalog is immaculate
My collection of music or artistic works is flawless and without any imperfections.


Still runnin' the game, don't ask me about the practice
I am still in control of the music industry, so do not inquire about my methods or preparations.


Ho, you go on vacation, don't ask me about relaxin'
Hey, if you are taking a vacation, do not inquire about my relaxation or leisure activities.


Not sure if you know but I'm actually Michael Jackson
In case you were unaware, I am metaphorically comparing myself to the legendary artist Michael Jackson.


The man I see in the mirror is actually goin' platinum
The person I observe in the mirror is achieving enormous success and selling millions of records.


Unthinkable when I think of the way these niggas been actin'
I find it unbelievable when I contemplate the manner in which these individuals have been behaving.


Yeah, I never did you nothin' and you play like we family, huh?
I never wronged you in any way, yet you pretend we are closely related or familiar.


Next thing, you wanna shoot me down, it can't be love
Suddenly, you desire to harm me or bring me down, which indicates that it cannot be genuine love.


Not sure where you was tryna send it, it can't be up
I am unsure where you were attempting to elevate or improve things, as it is not possible.


That day you sounded like a bitch, you fancy, huh?
On that day, your behavior resembled that of an unpleasant or weak person, you were acting all fancy.


Damn, how can I forgive like this?
Wow, how am I capable of forgiving someone in such a manner?


I gotta dead a lot of shit just to live like this
I have had to put an end to many negative things in order to live the way I am currently living.


I had to fuck a lot of girls to get a kid like this
I had multiple sexual encounters with women to become a father to a child like mine.


I had to get a lot of cribs to get a crib like this, nigga
I acquired numerous properties in order to obtain a luxurious home like the one I currently possess.


That's why I'm movin' all elusive
This is why I am constantly moving discreetly or stealthily.


These boys on they last resort and it's givin' us all inclusive
These individuals are approaching their final option, while we are benefiting from all-inclusive advantages.


Been spazzin' since CB was chunkin' up the deuces, nigga
I have been displaying erratic behavior or acting out since Chris Brown was making the 'peace' hand gesture.


Your shit was boo-boo, excuses, excuses, nigga
Your performance or work was subpar or unsatisfactory, resulting in multiple excuses, excuses.


Brrrt, may I speak to pussy niggas?
Brrrt, may I have a conversation with weak individuals?


I just call it like I see it, I ain't even lookin', nigga
I express my observations accurately without even needing to pay attention.


I just walk it like I speak and I ain't speakin' to them niggas
I simply demonstrate my words through actions and I do not address those individuals.


I ain't starvin', I'm just greedy, all I eat is pussy, nigga
I am not experiencing hunger, I am simply insatiable, and all I desire is sexual activity with women.


Don't wan' see these pussy niggas
I do not wish to encounter or associate with weak individuals.


Y'all can't see me, pussy niggas
Weak individuals cannot comprehend or perceive me.


You keep talkin' like you eatin', I'ma feed you bullets, nigga
You continue boasting or bragging as if you are thriving, and I will retaliate by shooting you.


I might even cook a nigga, all my weed is cookies, nigga
I may even kill someone, and all the marijuana I smoke is of high quality ('cookies' strain).


Shove a 8-ball up her pussy like a fetus for me, nigga
Introduce a small bag of cocaine into a woman's vagina, analogous to a developing fetus, for my satisfaction, my friend.


I got bitches doin' lines, I'm Adidas to 'em, nigga
I have women snorting lines of cocaine, and I am their supplier or source, similar to the brand Adidas.


I got sentenced, took some time and it was easier than simple
I received a legal punishment, served a prison sentence, and it was less challenging than one would imagine.


I'm so difficult to fathom like a fever in the winter
I am extremely perplexing or hard to understand, just like having a fever during the winter season.


I got women in the Phantom with they cleavage out the window
I have women sitting in the Rolls-Royce Phantom, displaying their cleavage through the window.


Long hair, lot of tats and I smell like the pack
I have long hair, numerous tattoos, and I emanate the scent of marijuana.


Money trail right on track
The path of money coming to me is proceeding as expected or intended.


With that big body Maybach like it's a little Pontiac
I drive a large Maybach vehicle that resembles a small Pontiac due to its superiority.


All my chains look like snakes, that's some real diamondbacks
All of my expensive necklaces resemble snakes, specifically the venomous diamondback species.


Pull my hammer out her pussy, pull her nails out my back
I withdraw my firearm from a woman's vagina, while she removes her long nails from my back.


I don't chill, I react
I do not relax, I immediately respond or take action.


On the scale, my pockets fat
When evaluated, the amount of money I possess is significantly substantial.


And to this whale, you like a ant
In comparison to this large and influential individual, you are insignificant like an ant.


I'ma dog, if you a dog, then pull your tail up out your ass
I have a dog-like mentality, and if you claim to possess similar characteristics, then prove it by showing some courage.


And on this Codeine, I'm a turtle, it done shell-shocked my ass
When under the influence of Codeine, I feel slow and lethargic like a turtle, and it has greatly surprised me.


I'm the hottest on the cellblock, I promise
I am the most popular or desirable individual among incarcerated individuals, I assure you.


I can fly to check my mailbox, invoices soundin' like Jill Scott
I am so affluent that I can fly to my mailbox just to retrieve my bills, which total a significant amount, similar to the musician Jill Scott.


Pill popped, house in Hidden Hills on the hilltop
I ingested a pill, and now I reside in a luxurious residence located in the elevated region of Hidden Hills.


Her ears popped, she lick my lollipop and my teardrops, Tunechi
As we engaged in sexual activities, her ears experienced pressure changes, and she pleasured me orally while I expressed my emotions, all attributed to the nickname 'Tunechi' (Lil Wayne's alter ego).




Lyrics © SC PUBLISHING DBA SECRETLY CANADIAN PUB., Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Aubrey Drake Graham, Dwayne Carter, William II Roberts, Brian Reid, Roosevelt III Harrell

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