Hard Work Pays Off
Future Lyrics
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Tryna take it then you dead, Nate Dogg
Put the chopper to your head, and take it off
Fast break, taking off
Dunk on the bitch, John Wall, woah
Keep niggas on they toes
I ain't never play fair
Throwin' elbows
Damn, now it's blood all on my Rick Owens
Blood all on the Rick's, Rick's, Rick's, Rick's, Rick's
I'm richer than a bitch, bitch, bitch, white bitch
Blue face everywhere
Pull up, they stare
Fendi, my underwear
She suck my dick she like "Damn"
I didn't need a money counter, counter
Money all on the kitchen counter, counter
I think I need a money counter, counter (counter, counter)
Money all on the kitchen counter
Call my doctor to handle my pain
Perky's taking my life away
I'ma bag your bitch, because I can
I'ma go take your wife away
Choppa on me, Afghanistan
That bitch kill many men
Over the bag, over the cash, yeah
I'm a money fan
Over the bag, on your ass, yeah
Hoppin' out the van
Switched up to the Lamb
How you niggas like me now, yeah
No limit, the gang
Try it, they gonna shoot you down, yeah
Loaded up, they gon' gun you down
They say hard work pays off, I've been feeling paid off
Tryna take it then you dead, Nate Dogg
Put the chopper to your head, and take it off
Fast break, taking off
Dunk on the bitch, John Wall, woah
Keep niggas on they toes
I ain't never play fair
Throwin' elbows
This an AK, yeah, bullet to your skull
Damn, now it's blood all on my Rick Owens
They say hard work pays off, I've been feeling paid off
Dripping on them everyday, snakes off
Put the chopper at your head, take it off
Fast lane, taking it off
Breaking your ankle, Chris Paul
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
I'm so on 'em now my legacy will never fade
I've been traumatized before but still I'm not afraid
I done seen friends turn foe, it don't amaze me
Came from the bottom of the creek that shit was ugly
Made it to the top of the mountain drankin' muddy
Everybody around you change and I felt so neglected
Hopping on the bird, with some birds, they respected (yeah, yeah)
24/7, everyday we get it in (yeah, yeah)
Yeah, started living out my dream, feet like I was born again
They say hard work pays off, I've been feeling paid off
Tryna take it then you dead, Nate Dogg
Put the chopper to your head, and take it off
Fast break, taking off
Dunk on the bitch, John Wall, woah
Keep niggas on they toes
I ain't never play fair
Throwin' elbows
This an AK, yeah, bullet to your skull
Damn, now it's blood all on my Rick Owens
The lyrics of Future's song "Hard Work Pays Off" are an embodiment of the rapper's hard work ethic and its rewards. He talks about his experience of putting in the effort and reaping the benefits, asserting that his success comes from the long hours and hard work he has put in. The opening line of the song, "They say hard work pays off, I've been feeling paid off," underlines the message that effort pays dividends.
Future's confidence and aggression come to the fore when he issues a warning to his rivals. He suggests that anyone who tries to take what he has earned will pay a high price, with the lyrics "Tryna take it then you dead, Nate Dogg/Put the chopper to your head, and take it off." This shows Future as a powerful figure who is not afraid to use force to protect himself.
There is a considerable amount of braggadocio and excess throughout the song. Future boasts of his wealth and material possessions, such as his Fendi underwear, and his insinuation that he is now "richer than a bitch." Ultimately, he keeps his opponents on edge, stating that he never plays fair and is willing to throw elbows, a clear indication that he is willing to do what is necessary to win.
Overall, "Hard Work Pays Off" is an anthem for determination, success, and perseverance. Future demonstrates that he has worked hard to achieve his success, and he encourages his listeners to follow suit.
Line by Line Meaning
They say hard work pays off, I've been feeling paid off
The belief that hard work will lead to success has been rewarding for me
Tryna take it then you dead, Nate Dogg
Anyone who tries to take what belongs to me will face the consequences
Put the chopper to your head, and take it off
I am not afraid to resort to violence to protect myself and what's mine
Fast break, taking off
Moving quickly towards my goals and aspirations
Dunk on the bitch, John Wall, woah
Achieving success despite or because of the obstacles and adversaries I face
Keep niggas on they toes
Making sure others know not to underestimate me and always be alert around me
I ain't never play fair
I am willing to do whatever it takes to succeed, even if it means not following the rules
Throwin' elbows
Being aggressive and assertive to gain an advantage
This an AK, yeah, bullet to your skull
My weapons and strength will overpower my enemies
Damn, now it's blood all on my Rick Owens
The violent consequences of my actions are reflected in the blood on my expensive clothing
I'm richer than a bitch, bitch, bitch, white bitch
I have achieved a level of wealth that surpasses even the most privileged people in society
Blue face everywhere
My money and success are evident in everything I do and everywhere I go
Pull up, they stare
My aura and presence command attention and respect
Fendi, my underwear
My wealth and luxury extend even to the clothing that is not seen by others
She suck my dick she like "Damn"
I have sexual prowess and appeal that attracts others to me
I didn't need a money counter, counter
My wealth is so vast that I don't even need a machine to count it
Money all on the kitchen counter, counter
My wealth is tangible and visible, even scattered carelessly around my living space
I think I need a money counter, counter (counter, counter)
Despite my immense wealth, I still feel the need to measure and quantify it accurately
Call my doctor to handle my pain
My success has caused me to experience emotional pain and I must seek help to handle it
Perky's taking my life away
My use of drugs is endangering my health and well-being
I'ma bag your bitch, because I can
I have the power and influence to attain anything and anyone I desire
I'ma go take your wife away
I am willing to go to great lengths to achieve what I want, even if it involves separating others from their loved ones
Choppa on me, Afghanistan
I possess weapons that are commonly used in warzones and violent conflict
That bitch kill many men
The power and lethality of my weapons is formidable
Over the bag, over the cash, yeah
My main motivator is the acquisition of wealth and material possessions
I'm a money fan
I am obsessed with money and the power it brings
Over the bag, on your ass, yeah
I will stop at nothing to make sure I am the one benefiting from financial opportunities
Hoppin' out the van
I am always ready to jump into action and seize opportunity
Switched up to the Lamb
I have upgraded my lifestyle and possessions to reflect my success
How you niggas like me now, yeah
I have surpassed my detractors and critics and proven my worth and power
No limit, the gang
My success and wealth have given me an infinite amount of power and influence
Try it, they gonna shoot you down, yeah
My associates and allies will not hesitate to use violence to protect me and my wealth
Loaded up, they gon' gun you down
I am constantly armed and ready to defend myself and my possessions with deadly force
Dripping on them everyday, snakes off
I exude wealth and luxury wherever I go, causing those who would try to deceive me to reveal their true intentions
Breaking your ankle, Chris Paul
My success and wealth give me the ability to outmaneuver and overpower even the most skilled opponents
I'm so on 'em now my legacy will never fade
My success and power have secured my place in history and my memory will never be forgotten
I've been traumatized before but still I'm not afraid
I have faced adversity and suffering, but it has not weakened my resolve or fearlessness
I done seen friends turn foe, it don't amaze me
I have experienced betrayal and disloyalty from those closest to me, but it has not surprised me
Came from the bottom of the creek that shit was ugly
I have overcome difficult and impoverished circumstances to achieve my current success
Made it to the top of the mountain drankin' muddy
My success was not handed to me, but rather achieved through hard work and persistence, even under difficult conditions
Everybody around you change and I felt so neglected
My success has caused others to treat me differently or become envious, causing me to feel isolated and neglected
Hopping on the bird, with some birds, they respected (yeah, yeah)
Even as I move on to bigger and better things, I maintain the respect and loyalty of my associates and supporters
24/7, everyday we get it in (yeah, yeah)
I am constantly working hard and pushing myself to attain more success and wealth
Yeah, started living out my dream, feet like I was born again
My success has allowed me to live the life I always dreamed of and feel reborn in a new, better reality
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: Andrew Wotman, Jared Higgins, Louis Bell, Nathan Perez, Nayvadius Wilburn, Carl Austin Rosen, Andrew Watt
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@KH-wz9nm
It’s production theory.
The instrumental here is supposed to convey simple beauty, while the low pass filter and high reverb high echo master effects on top of the slow down beat is supposed to give the effect of distance.
Poignantly, echoes are normally processed by humans as sound “in the distance”.
Distance is something that’s analogous to something being away from you, like something that is past you. Like the *past*... or *where memories lie*.
With that being said, the production is supposed to invoke that in us & did a great job, that’s why it feels nostalgic. The production, in a sense, is to remind us of memories...
It’s a song of reflection; they’re both feeling warmth and peaceful joy thinking about all the hard work and hard days, that may have seemed impossible, that got them to everything they ever wanted, in other words, that paid off.
This is a feeling we all can relate to, or desire. This, on top of the Grade S production, is why this song is popular.
@FBI-bh9tv
Who else can sleep to this song in a good way
@emiliom2026
FBI not after what happened today...
@Riley1800
I always thought this one of the best songs to sleep or relax to, it's calming in a way and doesn't have weird screaming or singing in it, the auto tune is just right and it has a beautiful beat. One of the best songs from Juice and Future but also very underated.
@j.rjunior5584
@Lil Soviet The Dank Meme Lord I argree, the vibe, frequency is different. It sounds like mediation type beat.
@dylanpace310
FBI I can listen to this song all day and night and not get bored of it this is one of my favorite songs sad he’s gone now and still can believe it ether
@charlieerickson1209
Instrestinggggg
@wilbuhr
Underrated song. I can’t believe I skipped over this when this album came out.
@seanrscooch4386
facts
@smokestarter2652
facts
@lawsuit7716
Ikr