The Last Hope
Drake ft. Kardinal Offishall and Andreena mill Lyrics

I gotta make it out, or move quickly
I need to succeed and advance in life, or move fast to adapt to new situations

Can't allow the past to restrict me
I cannot let my previous experiences limit my potential

But this time around they won't skip me
I will not be overlooked or ignored like before

I am the last hope. Don't hesitate not even for a second
I am the final opportunity for success, and I cannot afford to hesitate or second guess myself

The hustle has become an obsession
My desire for success has become all-consuming and obsessive

I'm on the front line with my weapon
I am at the forefront of my endeavors and I have the necessary tools and skills to succeed

Can you imagine the last breath of Christ?
Can you envision the final moments of a revered and holy figure?

The last breath of Christopher Wallace on that faithful night
The final moment of a legendary rapper known as The Notorious B.I.G

The last step that Martin Luther took as a man
The final act of a civil rights activist named Martin Luther King Jr. before his death

I got the power of my world in my hand
I hold the ability to shape my own destiny and future

The Microphone brings life or death in the blink of an eye
The ability to use a microphone and speak can have a profound impact on one's life and can even be a matter of life or death

I was born to provoke those born to die
I was meant to challenge those who have given up on their hopes and ambitions

I was conceived to beat all odds like Las Vegas
I was born to defy expectations and overcome obstacles, similar to how gamblers beat the odds in Las Vegas

T-dot motherfucker, watch the world rape us
Referring to his hometown of Toronto, he is warning against the negative influences and exploitation of the world

Greatest strugglers hustle to succeed
Those who have the greatest difficulties and struggles work the hardest to achieve their goals

Cross water smugglers tussle to burn weed
Those involved in illegal activities risk their lives and freedom for their profits

It meets that pressure to success in the South
The pressure to succeed is especially high in the Southern regions of the United States

Niggas watching what I say magnifying my mouth
People are paying close attention to his words and actions, and scrutinizing them more closely

I never take back talk, I apply the force
He never backs down from confrontation and responds with strength and conviction

Hand blistering from many years of holding the torch
His hand has developed callouses and blisters from years of hard work and dedication to his craft

When the skin rebuilds, it grows tougher then leather
After experiencing hardship, one becomes stronger and more resilient

So we can keep on hold it forever
He will continue to hold onto his dreams and aspirations for as long as he lives

Jealousy is something I haven't felt in years
He has not experienced feelings of jealousy in a long time

There's nobody around for me to be jealous of
There is no one in his life that he feels envious towards

I bet you do a show in my city and no one cheers
Even if a performer that he does not like were to perform in his city, he believes that they would receive a poor reception

Even if you make the music that ladies and fellas love
Even if an artist creates music that is popular and well-liked by many, it does not guarantee success in every city or with every fan

Dawg, I'm incredible fuckin' unforgettable, but when it comes to records I will eat it if it's edible
He believes he is a remarkable and unforgettable individual, but is willing to admit when he has made a lesser-quality product

They say the futures always for-seen
The future is often predictable or predestined

That's why I'm steady getting more money more cream
He is focused on continuing to generate more money and success in the future

My flow is stuck in the moment that comes before dreams
He is constantly striving to achieve his goals and dreams, and his music reflects that ambition

I stay avoiding unlucky like 14
He tries to avoid superstitions and luck, especially the number 14 which is considered unlucky in some cultures

And people get behind and they fight for em' 'cause he won't let no other niggas write for em'
Other people support him because he writes his own lyrics and doesn't allow anyone else to write for him

And even when it's quite warm, the attitude coursing through the veins and my city is an ice storm
Even when things seem to be going well, there is still a cold and harsh attitude among the people in his city

The name's Drake and I don't take it for granted
His name is Drake and he appreciates his success and accomplishments

I can take it you offended cause I'm taken advantage man
He is aware that some people may be offended by his success or feel that he is taking advantage of opportunities

I am the last hope
He sees himself as the final opportunity for success, and will not let it slip away