Death Wish
Jadakiss Lyrics


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They must got a death wish
They was on the road to the riches back in the day they got off on the exit
Real disrespect shit
Whenever a nigga try to fuck up your investment
It's hard to digest it
Young niggas don't want to get punched in they faces
So they keep the burner on, and catch a bunch of cases
These old niggas still think they livin' in the '80s
The shawties they knew since they were babies turn crazy
The bitches still holla at anybody
Lookin' like they have a couple dollars
Could fuck suck and swallow
Ain't nobody winnin' but everybody can't lose
Dirts still there funeral home ain't move
Going in coming out gang affiliated
Rather go back before being humiliated
A black cloud over the hood you can't escape it
Dust smokin' niggas walkin' around in the matrix
Loyalty is thin, the tension is thick
Look at a broke nigga's face when you mention a brick
Stick up kids come around, when they sense that you rich
Cans of lizzle get lit, when you get hit with a fifth
Niggas they used to hoop dream is now sellin' the piff
And they still rattin' but you can't tell if you stiff
Especially when the tek spit, fuck around get your head and your neck hit
Lookin' for a death wish, walk

Talkin' out your mouth
All wreckless to a nigga that you know
That'll let it off
That's a death wish
When your heart stops and your body gets breathless
And help don't come in enough time
That's a death wish
When you see the blood, realize that your chest is hit
And don't know where it came from
That's a death wish
When you know a nigga whole style's on some next shit
(Young money) when you violate 'em, fwah
That's a death wish

I be on that way left shit
Better get right or get left shit
Better hit right or get left, hit
Even if you threw the best pitch
Yes bitch
It's Weezy F Bitch
I'm the best, bitch
Motherfuck your guest list
I'll be like let's just kill 'em
And get breakfast
Neck slit, next shit expect this
Every time you check this
I'm exit I mean excited to be your death wish
Bitch I wear this G-shit on my heart not my necklace
And I keep the hypno' for the hecklers
And I'm from the mecca of the wreckless
With a record-breaking debt list
The wreckless and neglectors think the election won't affect us
I'm high above you above law above average
Niggas snitching putting niggas in the can like a beverage
Damn
I pop out your head fuck up your memories
I'll put a bullet in Nina head and let her reminisce
Yeah
If you still don't remember shit
You gon' remember this
I'm knockin' niggas down this year
I'm on my timber shit
Big lion growl at you niggas on that simba shit
I be on that fuck yo clique I kill every member shit
Cool as December shit
Bang in any weather shit
And they can buy your bag but body parts sold separate
Yeah that's a bad bitch
Like Russian roulette bitch
Weezy be the genie in the bottle here's your death wish

Talkin' out your mouth
All wreckless to a nigga that you know
That'll let it off
That's a death wish
When your heart stops and your body gets breathless
And help don't come in enough time
That's a death wish
When you see the blood, realize that your chest is hit
And don't know where it came from
That's a death wish
When you know a nigga whole style's on select shit




And you violate 'em, fwah
That's a death wish

Overall Meaning

The song Death Wish by Jadakiss (ft. Lil' Wayne) is an introspective yet assertive representation of the rap industry and the lives of those living in the streets. The song is filled with imagery and metaphorical language to entice the listener. The lyrics talk about people who have a "death wish" and put themselves in the path of danger through their own reckless actions. On the other hand, the rappers also take a look at their own lives and how they navigate the same dangerous environment. They talk about the loyalty and tension that exists in these environments and how violence is always looming.


The song speaks on the perils of street life, where respect is earned, and people look to test their boundaries. The lyrics also touch on the theme of nostalgia and how older people cling onto the memories of the past, trying to fit it into a different time. The chorus particularly emphasizes the consequences of making reckless decisions that can lead to death.


The song Death Wish is a critically acclaimed song, and here are some interesting facts about the song:


* The song features prominent rappers Lil Wayne and Jadakiss who have a great working history together.
* Death Wish was produced by Cash Money Records, one of the most popular records in rap music.
* The song features samples from "Poison" by Bell Biv DeVoe.
* The song is Jadakiss's first single from his fifth studio album "Top 5 Dead or Alive."
* Lil Wayne recorded his verse for Death Wish directly after finishing his mixtape, "No Ceilings."
* The song was written by Jadakiss and Lil Wayne.
* The track was released as a single on October 19, 2009.
* The song likely draws inspiration from the 1974 crime thriller movie "Death Wish."
* The song received positive reviews from music critics and was widely praised for its production quality and lyrics.
* Death Wish is notable for featuring a rare guest appearance from Lil Wayne at the height of his career.


Chords are not applicable to rap songs as they don't typically use traditional instruments.


Line by Line Meaning

They must got a death wish
People who disrespect us are asking for trouble


They was on the road to the riches back in the day they got off on the exit
They could have been successful in life, but they made a bad choice somewhere along the way


Trill disrespect shit
Real disrespect that can lead to violence


Whenever a nigga try to fuck up your investment
Whenever someone tries to sabotage your business or financial interests


It's hard to digest it
It's difficult to accept or understand


Young niggas don't want to get punched in they faces
Young people do not want to face physical violence


So they keep the burner on, to catch a bunch of cases
Young people carry guns to protect themselves, even though it can lead to legal trouble


These old niggas still think they livin' in the '80s
Older generation is out of touch with current reality


The shawties they knew since they were babies turn crazy
People you grew up with can turn dangerous and unpredictable


The bitches still holla at anybody
Women are still interested in anyone with money or status


Lookin' like they have a couple dollars
Appearing wealthy, but not necessarily having any money


Fuck suck and swallow
Women who engage in sexual acts without any emotional connection


Ain't nobody winnin' but everybody can't lose
People are playing a losing game, but not everyone can come out on top


Dirts still there funeral home ain't move
Crime and violence are still rampant, and the funeral home is still in business


Going in coming out gang affiliated
Joining a gang can have serious consequences that last a lifetime


Rather go back before being humiliated
Some people would rather give up their current lifestyle in order to avoid shame


A black cloud over the hood you can't escape it
The negative atmosphere in the neighborhood is pervasive and inescapable


Dust smokin' niggas walk around in the matrix
People who are hopeless or addicted are walking around like characters in the movie 'The Matrix'


Loyalty is thin, tension is thick
People are less loyal and trustful, and there is a lot of tension in the community


Look at a broke nigga's face when you mention a brick
Poor people are desperate for money and will do anything to obtain it


Stick up kids come around, when they sense that you rich
People will try to rob you if they believe you have money or valuables


Cans of lizzle get lit, when you get hit with a fifth
People will celebrate and smoke marijuana after someone gets shot


Niggas they used to hoop dreamin' is now sellin' the piff
People who had once dreamed of playing basketball are now selling drugs


And they still rattin' but you can't tell if you stiff
People are still snitching, but it's hard to tell who is doing it


Especially when the tek spit, fuck around get your head and your neck hit
Someone could get shot and seriously injured or killed if they mess with the wrong person


Lookin' for a death wish, walk
If someone is behaving recklessly or trying to start trouble, they may be asking for violent retribution


Talkin' out your mouth
Speaking recklessly and without thinking


All wreckless to a nigga that you know
Being disrespectful to someone who could seriously harm you


That'll let it off
Someone who is not afraid to use a weapon or act violently


When your heart stops and your body gets breathless
When you die violently


And help don't come in enough time
If there is no one around to help you, you may not survive


When you see the blood, realize that your chest is hit
When someone has been shot and fatally wounded


And don't know where it came from
If you are attacked unexpectedly and from behind


When you know a nigga whole style's on select shit
If someone's behavior is consistently reckless and violent


(young money)when you violate 'em, fwah
When you disrespect or harm someone from the Young Money crew, there will be consequences


On that way left shit
Trying to be unique and different


Better get right or get left shit
You must make the right choices in life or suffer the consequences


Better hit right or get left, hit
You need to perform well or be left behind


Even if you threw the best pitch
Even if you tried your best


It's Weezy F. Bitch
Lil Wayne is proudly announcing his name and identity


I'm the best, bitch
Lil Wayne is extremely talented and cannot be touched


Motherfuck your guest list
Lil Wayne does not care who is on your guest list


I'll be like let's just kill 'em
Lil Wayne is not afraid of violence and may resort to it if provoked


And get breakfast
Lil Wayne will celebrate after successfully getting revenge


Neck slit, next shit expect this
Lil Wayne is warning people that violence may occur


Every time you check this
Whenever you encounter Lil Wayne, expect trouble


I'm exit I mean excited to be your death wish
Lil Wayne enjoys the idea of being someone's downfall or demise


Bitch I wear this G-shit on my heart not my necklace
Lil Wayne wears his gang affiliation on his sleeve and is proud of it


And I keep the hypno' for the hecklers
Lil Wayne is ready to use violence against anyone who disrespects him


And I'm from the mecca of the wreckless
Lil Wayne comes from a place where people are violent and dangerous


With a record-breaking debt list
Lil Wayne has a long history of criminal activity and violence


The wreckers and neglectors think all that shit won't affect us
Lil Wayne's enemies do not think they will face any consequences for their actions


I'm high above you above law above average
Lil Wayne is superior to others in terms of status, power, and ability


Niggas snitching putting niggas in the can like a beverage
People who snitch can cause others to be arrested and put in jail


Damn
Expression of frustration or annoyance


I pop out your head fuck up your memories
Lil Wayne can damage someone's mental state and cause trauma


I'll put a bullet in Nina head and let her reminisce
Lil Wayne will kill someone named Nina and let her remember what she did wrong


Yea
Expression of agreement or confirmation


You still don't remember shit
Even after being hurt or killed, people may still not understand their mistakes


You gon' remember this
Lil Wayne's violence will make a lasting impression


I'm knockin' niggas down this year
Lil Wayne is on a mission to eliminate his rivals


I'm on my timber shit
Lil Wayne is ready to cut down his enemies


Big lion growl at you niggas on that simba shit
Lil Wayne is confident and intimidating like a lion from 'The Lion King'


I be on that fuck yo clique I kill every member shit
Lil Wayne is not afraid to take on multiple enemies and is capable of taking them all down


Cool as December shit
Lil Wayne is calm and collected even in dangerous situations


Bang in any weather shit
Lil Wayne is always ready for violence, no matter the circumstances


And they can buy your bag but the parts sold separate
Even if someone appears wealthy or successful, they may still have flaws or insecurities


Yea that's a bad bitch
Acknowledgement of a desirable or attractive woman


Like Russian roulette bitch
Daniel Baron Cohen is joking about the violence and danger associated with love and sex


Weezy be the genie in the bottle here's your death wish
Lil Wayne can grant people's wishes, but it may come with a price or consequence




Lyrics © Royalty Network, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dwayne Carter, Alan Maman, Jason Phillips

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@mariogcgb

One of Wayne's best verses ever

@asapmikey916

def one of em for sure.... go listen to nas ft wayne::"never die"!!!!!! might be wayne greatest verse ever!!!!!!!!!!!

@AnonymousALAH

@@asapmikey916 that one op but I know fs even he got better verses than that but , I’ll say top 20 verses on never die from Wayne 🤷🏾‍♂️

@williamhicks8529

I stg

@Yoshi_Badd

03/10/2022 and still 1 of Wayne’s best Flows/Lyrics. Both he and Kiss knew EXACTLY what the assignment was. This is REAL RAP !!!

@phatboywill3029

💯😂

@gsutton219

6/21/22 and this is still FACTS.

@bobbydigital2576

8-17-22 Fax machine 🔥

@chrislocklear198

11-16-22 wayne is the goat man. i’m 22 so mad i missed his prime, caught the back end of it

@JewcyJewceXo

4/29/23 & yup

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