The Last Hope
Drake feat. Kardinal Offishall & Andreena Mill Lyrics

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I gotta make it out, or move quickly
Can't allow the past to restrict me
But this time around they won't skip me
I am the last hope. Don't hesitate not even for a second
The hustle has become an obsession
I'm on the front line with my weapon
I am the last hope

Can you imagine the last breath of Christ?
The last breath of Christopher Wallace on that faithful night
The last step that Martin Luther took as a man
I got the power of my world in my hand
The Microphone brings life or death in the blink of an eye
I was born to provoke those born to die
I was conceived to beat all odds like Las Vegas
T-dot motherfucker, watch the world rape us
Greatest strugglers hustle to succeed
Cross water smugglers tussle to burn weed
It meets that pressure to success in the South
Niggas watching what I say magnifying my mouth
I never take back talk, I apply the force
Hand blistering from many years of holding the torch
When the skin rebuilds, it grows tougher then leather
So we can keep on hold it forever
My name's Kardinall

I gotta make it out, or move quickly
Can't allow the past to restrict me
But this time around they won't skip me
I am the last hope. Don't hesitate not even for a second
The hustle has become an obsession
I'm on the front line with my weapon
I am the last hope

Jealousy is something I haven't felt in years
There's nobody around for me to be jealous of
I bet you do a show in my city and no one cheers
Even if you make the music that ladies and fellas love
Dawg, I'm incredible fuckin' unforgettable, but when it comes to records I will eat it if it's edible
They say the futures always for-seen
That's why I'm steady getting more money more cream
My flow is stuck in the moment that comes before dreams
I stay avoiding unlucky like 14
And people get behind and they fight for em' 'cause he won't let no other niggas write for em'
And even when it's quite warm, the attitude coursing through the veins and my city is an ice storm
The name's Drake and I don't take it for granted
I can take it you offended cause I'm taken advantage man

I gotta make it out, or move quickly
Can't allow the past to restrict me
But this time around they won't skip me
I am the last hope. Don't hesitate not even for a second
The hustle has become an obsession

I'm on the front line with my weapon
I am the last hope

Overall Meaning

In "The Last Hope," a collaboration between Drake, Kardinal Offishall, and Andreena Mill, the three artists share their determination and drive to succeed in their respective careers. They acknowledge the weight of their personal histories, but reject the idea of being defined by them. Instead, they vow to make their own way, even if it means being the last hope for their respective communities. The song is essentially a declaration of faith in oneself, recognizing the power of one's own skills and talents to overcome adversity.

The song begins with Kardinal, who raps about the pressure to succeed in Toronto's music scene. He compares himself to great historical figures like Jesus, Notorious B.I.G., and Martin Luther, recognizing the gravity and importance of his own work. He also pays homage to the struggles of others who have come before him, recognizing that he is not alone in his pursuit of success.

Andreena Mill takes over for the chorus, declaring herself to be the last hope. She recognizes the hustle and the obsession that it takes to succeed, and vows to fight for her place in the music industry. Her determination is palpable, as she declares that nobody will skip over her this time around.

Drake takes over for the second verse, sharing his own experiences of being overlooked and underestimated. He recognizes that jealousy is a natural feeling, but that he hasn't felt it in years because he knows that he's good at what he does. He acknowledges the importance of hard work and consistent effort, noting that he stays motivated by avoiding bad luck and staying focused on his goals.

Overall, "The Last Hope" is a powerful anthem of determination and resilience. It celebrates the struggles and successes of those who have come before, while also recognizing the power of individual will and effort to create change.

Line by Line Meaning

I gotta make it out, or move quickly
I need to succeed or leave this place as fast as possible

Can't allow the past to restrict me
I refuse to let my past define me or hold me back

But this time around they won't skip me
I won't be overlooked or forgotten this time

I am the last hope. Don't hesitate not even for a second
I am the final chance and cannot afford to hesitate

The hustle has become an obsession
I am obsessed with achieving my goals and will stop at nothing to succeed

I'm on the front line with my weapon
I am ready to fight for what I want and defend myself against anything in my way

I am the last hope
I am the only chance left

Jealousy is something I haven't felt in years
I haven't been envious of others for a long time

There's nobody around for me to be jealous of
I am the most successful person in my circle

Dawg, I'm incredible fuckin' unforgettable
I am amazing and unforgettable

But when it comes to records I will eat it if it's edible
I will take any opportunity to succeed, even if the task isn't glamorous

They say the futures always for-seen
People believe that the future is predetermined

That's why I'm steady getting more money more cream
I'm making more money as time progresses

My flow is stuck in the moment that comes before dreams
My music is inspired by the state of mind before falling asleep

I stay avoiding unlucky like 14
I try to avoid superstitions because I believe they can be unlucky

And people get behind and they fight for em' 'cause he won't let no other niggas write for em'
People support artists who write their own music

And even when it's quite warm, the attitude coursing through the veins and my city is an ice storm
Even when things seem good, the negative energy in my city can be overwhelming

The name's Drake and I don't take it for granted
I appreciate my success and don't take it lightly

I can take it you offended cause I'm taken advantage man
I know some people are jealous of my success because I take advantage of opportunities

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Aubrey Graham, Jason Harrow

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