DNA
Earl Sweatshirt feat. Na'kel Lyrics

Intercepting a fifth of whisky
I am consuming a large amount of alcohol

And neckin it 'til I'm dizzy
I am continuing to drink until I become disoriented

I never was defenseless
I have always been strong and able to stand up for myself

I never hugged a fence
I have always chosen a side and stuck with it

I pick a side and trust in it
I make a decision and commit to it

Stomach full of drugs and shit
I have ingested various drugs

My niggas on some other cleanse
My friends and I have adopted a certain lifestyle or belief system

Sunday binge, Monday
We indulge in our chosen lifestyle every day, without pause

Then another 6 days back to Sunday when it's done again
This is a cyclical pattern that we repeat every week

And the pants better be creased on my corpse
I want my clothes to be perfectly neat, even when I am dead

If you need that, run until the street lights off
If perfection is important to you, you should work hard to achieve it

Back got bigger, got the team strapped on
I have gained more support and am now surrounded by allies

And you thought it was magic
You may have thought our success was due to something mystical or inexplicable

But that's just the difference
It is simply the result of our hard work and talent

Nigga my team is magicians
My team is capable of achieving anything we set our minds to

We think of the shit that we want then we get it
We are incredibly focused and driven, and we make our dreams a reality

Look I got hoes in my britches
I have various people vying for my attention and affection

Big up Dill and britches provark em and soon
I am giving a shoutout to people that I respect and admire

Thought you knew this my nigga
You should already be aware of my abilities and reputation

It's crackin like french tips
Things are going very well for me and my crew

Just checkin and balances
We are constantly evaluating and refining our actions and decisions

And checks and salaries
We are financially successful

Testing my friendships
Our success sometimes puts a strain on our relationships with others

Cause niggas get sour of this
Some people become resentful or jealous of our achievements

Rap shit got the best of me
I have become fully immersed in the world of rap and hip-hop

I threw the rest off the balcony
I have distanced myself from other pursuits and interests

Shoutout Da$H and Retchy
I am giving a shoutout to other artists that I respect and admire

I know yo bitch check for me
I am aware that some women are interested in me romantically

So much for chivalry
I have abandoned traditional ideas of chivalry or morality

So long to every bitch tryna get intimate
I am done with casual sexual encounters

I'm in my 20s now
I am young and full of energy

Feet aimed at the jaws of the running mouth
I am ready to take on anyone who tries to criticize or challenge me

Disdained from the loss since a fucking child
I have been disillusioned and disappointed since I was very young

Spotlights on me I ain't stopping in my tracks
I am popular and in high demand, and I am not slowing down

We taking it all and we running out
I am determined to achieve as much success as possible

Threw shade in the past but you want me now ho
People who used to criticize or dislike me now want to be associated with me

Put your face in your palm when I come around ya
People are embarrassed or ashamed when they see me

Tell mom I'mma get a gun
I may need to protect myself in my line of work

If I get too popular
If I become too well-known

I'm just being honest with it
I am telling the truth, even if it is difficult to hear

Stop whining
Stop complaining or being difficult

It ain't no mo problems
There are no more issues to be addressed

I'm the best out of all these niggas
I am more talented and successful than my peers

I'm just home when you speaking
I am completely in my element when I am rapping or performing

Ain't no home for the weekend
I am constantly working and performing

No rest for your ass if I know that you're sleeping
I will not stop working or pursuing success, even if others take a break

I'm here and I'm there
I am constantly on the move, going to new places and meeting new people

And I'm up and I'm down
I experience a wide range of emotions and circumstances

And I'm low and I'm peakin
I experience both successes and failures

It's cold in the deep end
Success can be challenging and difficult, just like being in deep water

Bitch nigga, we the train
My crew and I are a powerful force to be reckoned with

If you see 'em wave
If you see us coming, you should join us or get out of the way

Ain't no bitch in my DNA
I am strong and powerful, with no weakness or cowardice in my personality

Hundred blunts, niggas chains, that's my day to day
I live a life of luxury and extravagance, surrounded by wealth and status symbols

Niggas tryna ride my train like they fucking strays
Others try to associate themselves with me and my success, even if they are not really a part of it

My bro left today, fuck
I am mourning the loss of a close friend

Hot sauce in my cup of noodles, you taught me that
I am remembering a lesson or piece of advice that someone once gave me

I ain't seen us in years
I have not seen someone in a long time

And this news right here almost made me have a heart attack
I am shocked and surprised by some recent news or information

Your momma heart intact
Despite this news, your mother is still doing well

We just spoke, I couldn't stomach that
I had a conversation with someone that was difficult or unpleasant

I'm going to London on the first, I'm bringing you something back
I am planning a trip and will bring a gift or souvenir when I return

A house on the hill with a big ass grill
I am envisioning a luxurious lifestyle with extravagant possessions

We could have a boxing match
I am suggesting a fun activity that we could do together

Japan, Australia, I know you be proud of that
I am proud of my ability to travel and perform in different countries

I got a couple bitches now, I ain't gotta lie about that
I have multiple romantic partners, and I am not ashamed of it

I know you in a better place, I can't even cry about that
Despite your passing, I am comforted by the belief that you are in a peaceful and happy place

When I look into the clouds, I know you look down on me
I feel that my departed loved one is watching over me and supporting me

Right next to grandmammy, and the rest of the ones who wanna see me happy
I am comforted by the belief that I have a network of loved ones who are rooting for my success and happiness