Preach
Drake Feat. PARTYNEXTDOOR Lyrics


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Young nigga preach
Preach, preach, preach, preach, preach, preach
Young nigga preach
Preach, preach, preach, preach, preach, preach

I'm in Miami
I need to call up Miss Cassidy
My name is PARTY, not "Participation"
Sorry for the miscommunication
I need a drink and some Tequila with you
You know what I'm tryna do
Hey, let's pop the E off at LIV
I've got some timing to blow
I've got the money to blow
I've got the money and blow
Don't have to guess how I know
Oh, it's a secret? Trust me, I'll keep it
Your old niggas boring as bones
You put the PARTY tape on
You know what's going on, you know what's going on
She keep it wet like Tsunami
She think she sunk the Titanic
I get her hot like Wasabi
She think it's wavy and gnarly
I think I'ma pop one for you
Drink one for you

Young nigga preach (yeah)
Preach, preach, preach, preach, preach, preach
Young nigga preach (yeah)
Preach, preach, preach, preach, preach, preach
Yo-young nigga preach (yeah)
Preach, preach, preach, preach, preach, preach
Preach, preach, preach, preach
Preach, preach, preach, preach (yeah)

Still in Miami
Most of these girls are too messy
I've got to do some reflecting
I've got to find me one out here that's good at taking direction
I'm convinced that my calls are being recorded
So hit my assistant to get me the message and make the connection like, brrt
I'm on the way tonight I hope you not the crazy type, yeah
I'm in your state tonight I might just break the bank tonight, yeah
PND ain't with the ray-tay, you know Jay Ray
Got girls here going way, way, way, way, way, way
Sauga city trip the pay day
Glo'd up offa Gateway, man, you can't afford me
Doing is one thing
Doing it right is a whole different story
Niggas is all in their feelings these days
All in they feelings these days
But hearing the scripture with that many 6's you should be afraid

Young nigga preach (preach)
Preach, preach, preach, preach, preach, preach
Young nigga preach (yeah)
Preach, preach, preach, preach, preach, preach
Young nigga preach (yeah)
Preach, preach, preach, preach, preach, preach
Preach, preach, preach, preach, preach, preach
Preach, preach (preach, preach)

Oh
I'm preaching, oh
Preaching
Preaching bad




Preaching, whoa
I'ma finally, finally (yeah, yeah)

Overall Meaning

In "Preach" by Drake featuring PARTYNEXTDOOR, the two rappers express their desire to party and live freely, without any constraints. The chorus, which is repeated several times, highlights the idea of preaching, emphasizing the rapper's beliefs and the need to express them vocally. PARTYNEXTDOOR opens his verse by stating that he is in Miami and wants to call up a woman named Miss Cassidy who he intends to get drunk with. He talks about how people mistake his name for participation and apologizes for any miscommunication. Then he talks about drinking and using drugs, specifically Tequila and E, lamenting his boring life and those of his contemporaries. He expresses his desire to blow money and indulge in other pleasures as they are young and free.


Drake's verse talks about him still being in Miami and trying to find a girl who would be good at taking direction as he reflects on his life. He believes that his calls are being recorded and thus asks his assistant to give him the message to avoid any mishaps. Drake talks about breaking the bank, while PARTYNEXTDOOR raps about being from Sauga city and being too expensive to afford. Drake's verse also highlights the depressing state of many people's emotions and the prevalence of negativity such as envy and jealousy. The lyrics encourage people to express their beliefs and not be afraid to preach what they believe, even if it might be a subject of controversy.


Line by Line Meaning

Young nigga preach
The singer is addressing the audience, highlighting his message and encouraging them to pay attention. The words express a sense of urgency and passion.


Preach, preach, preach, preach, preach, preach
Repeating this line emphasizes the singer's message and shows how serious he is about it. It encourages listeners to engage with the words and reflect on what they mean.


I'm in Miami
The singer has changed locations and is currently in Miami. This line sets the scene for the rest of the song and creates a sense of place for the listener.


I need to call up Miss Cassidy
The artist needs to contact someone named Miss Cassidy. This line hints at a backstory or ongoing relationship that the listener may not be privy to.


My name is PARTY, not 'Participation'
The artist is clarifying his name and identity, correcting a previous misconception. This line also shows pride in his name and a desire to be known correctly.


Sorry for the miscommunication
The singer is apologizing for a previous communication issue or misunderstanding.


I need a drink and some Tequila with you
The singer wants to have a drink with someone and spend time with them in a social setting. This line suggests a desire for connection and enjoyment.


You know what I'm tryna do
The artist assumes that the listener understands his goals and intentions, implying that they have a shared history or context.


Hey, let's pop the E off at LIV
The artist is suggesting a specific activity or place to go, hinting at a fun night out with friends or acquaintances.


I've got some timing to blow
The artist has some free time to spend doing what he wants. This line conveys a sense of leisure and carefree enjoyment.


I've got the money to blow
The singer is financially able to spend money on having fun, showing his wealth and status.


Don't have to guess how I know
The artist is confident and self-assured, suggesting that he doesn't need to explain his knowledge or experience to others.


Oh, it's a secret? Trust me, I'll keep it
The singer is indicating that he can be trusted with sensitive or confidential information, showing a sense of loyalty and confidentiality.


Your old niggas boring as bones
The singer is criticizing someone else's company or social circle, highlighting his disdain for those he considers dull or uninteresting.


You put the PARTY tape on
The listener has put on a specific piece of music, implying a shared experience or familiarity with the singer and his work.


You know what's going on, you know what's going on
Repeating this line emphasizes the message of the previous line and underscores the artist's confidence and familiarity with the situation.


She keep it wet like Tsunami
The artist is describing someone who is sexually appealing, using a vivid simile to create an image of physical attraction.


She think she sunk the Titanic
The person being described thinks highly of themselves or their sexual abilities, perhaps to the point of overconfidence or arrogance.


I get her hot like Wasabi
The singer is suggesting that he is sexually attractive and capable, using another simile to create a vivid image for the listener.


She think it's wavy and gnarly
The person being described finds the situation exciting and enjoyable, using slang terms to convey their enthusiasm.


I think I'ma pop one for you
The artist is indicating that he wants to take drugs (specifically, ecstasy) with someone, showing a sense of trust and vulnerability.


Drink one for you
The artist is indicating that he wants to have a drink with someone else, possibly to celebrate or commiserate together.


Still in Miami
The singer is still in Miami, signaling that this place is significant to the story or theme of the song.


Most of these girls are too messy
The artist finds that many of the girls in Miami are disorganized, sloppy, or chaotic, perhaps implying that they are difficult to deal with or not worth his time.


I've got to do some reflecting
The singer needs some time to think and process his experiences, possibly indicating that he is going through a personal crisis or moment of transition.


I've got to find me one out here that's good at taking direction
The singer is looking for someone who is obedient or submissive, possibly implying that he wants control in his relationships or encounters with others.


I'm convinced that my calls are being recorded
The singer is paranoid or suspicious, suggesting that he believes someone is listening in on his phone conversations or messages.


So hit my assistant to get me the message and make the connection like, brrt
The artist is instructing someone to contact him or pass on a message in a specific way, using onomatopoeia to create a sense of immediacy and urgency.


I'm on my way tonight I hope you not the crazy type, yeah
The artist is going somewhere tonight, indicating that he has plans or an agenda for the evening. He also expresses a desire to avoid drama or difficulties with others.


I'm in your state tonight I might just break the bank tonight, yeah
The singer is traveling to a new place or location, possibly with the intention of gambling or spending money. This line suggests a sense of excitement or recklessness.


PND ain't with the ray-tay, you know Jay Ray
The singer is referencing his collaborator (PARTYNEXTDOOR) by name and making a distinction between him and someone else named Jay Ray. This line suggests a sense of camaraderie or shared experience between the two artists.


Got girls her going way, way, way, way, way, way
The artist is indicating that he has connections or a fanbase in the place he's visiting, showing his popularity or influence.


Sauga city trip the pay day
The artist is referencing a place called Sauga (likely Mississauga, Ontario) and implying that he is making money or generating income from his travels or music.


Glo'd up offa Gateway, man, you can't afford me
The artist is boasting about his success and financial status, suggesting that he has elevated himself beyond his previous circumstances and that others cannot match his wealth or spending power.


Doing is one thing
The singer is suggesting that actions are only one part of the equation, highlighting the importance of doing things well and with purpose.


Doing it right is a whole different story
The artist is emphasizing the importance of quality or excellence, suggesting that simply doing something is not enough if it is done poorly or without care.


Niggas is all in their feelings these days
The singer is criticizing someone else (possibly a generic group of people) for being too emotional or sensitive, contrasting his own indifference or confidence.


All in their feelings these days
Repeating this line underscores the singer's message and indicates a sense of frustration or annoyance with others who are too emotional.


But hearing the scripture with that many 6s you should be afraid
The singer is referencing the Biblical significance of the number 666, implying that something ominous or dangerous is being said. He is also warning listeners to be careful and pay attention to what is being said.


I'm preaching, oh
The artist is highlighting his message and signaling that he is sharing his beliefs or ideas. This line also suggests a sense of authority or power.


Preaching
Repeating this line emphasizes the artist's message and underscores his commitment to his beliefs or principles.


Preaching bad
The singer is signaling that his message is negative or critical, implying that he is speaking out against something or someone. This line also suggests a sense of defiance or nonconformity.


Preaching, whoa
Repeating this line underscores the message of the previous line, indicating the singer's conviction and intensity.


I'ma finally, finally (yeah, yeah)
The artist is indicating that he is reaching a turning point or completing a journey, showing a sense of accomplishment or relief.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Aubrey Drake Graham, Noah James Shebib, Kerry Brothers, Alicia Augello Cook, Edwin Jantuen, Jahron Brathwaite

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