Hard Work Pays Off
Juice WRLD Lyrics


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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

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

Overall Meaning

The song 'Hard Work Pays Off' by Juice WRLD and Future talks about the rewards of hard work and the sacrifices that come with it. The lyrics indicate that success is achieved through hard work, determination, and a willingness to do whatever it takes to achieve one's goals. The opening lines "They say hard work pays off, I've been feeling paid off" suggest that despite the struggles faced in pursuing one's dreams, there is a sense of satisfaction and reward in achieving them.


The song continues to describe the consequences of trying to disrupt their success, illustrated in the lines "Tryna take it then you dead, Nate Dogg" and "Put the chopper to your head, and take it off." This indicates that they are willing to take drastic measures to protect what they have worked so hard to achieve. The lyrics convey a sense of power and dominance over their opponents, illustrated in lines such as "Dunk on the bitch, John Wall, woah." They continue to emphasize their determination and competitive edge, stating "I ain't never play fair, Throwin' elbows."


Overall, the song 'Hard Work Pays Off' emphasizes the importance of dedication and perseverance in achieving success. It highlights the struggles and setbacks that come with the journey, but emphasizes that the rewards are worth it in the end.


Line by Line Meaning

They say hard work pays off, I've been feeling paid off
People say that when you put in a lot of effort and hard work, you will eventually see the rewards. This is true for me, as I have been feeling compensated for all the hard work I have put in.


Tryna take it then you dead, Nate Dogg
If you attempt to steal or take what belongs to me, you will face dire consequences. This is a warning to all those who try to cross me.


Put the chopper to your head, and take it off
I am not afraid to use my gun to protect myself and my belongings. If you pose a threat, I will not hesitate to use force.


Fast break, taking off
I am moving quickly and efficiently to get what I want. Nothing can stop me when I am in pursuit of my goals.


Dunk on the bitch, John Wall, woah
I am dominating and succeeding in every aspect of my life. Just like a basketball player dunking over their opponent, I am getting what I want and overcoming obstacles.


Keep niggas on they toes
I am always one step ahead of my competition. People are constantly watching their backs and trying to keep up with me.


I ain't never play fair
When it comes to achieving my goals, I do whatever it takes. I am not concerned with fairness or playing by the rules.


Throwin' elbows
I am willing to use physical force and intimidation to get what I want. I am not afraid to be aggressive to achieve success.


This an AK, yeah, bullet to your skull
I have a deadly weapon in my possession and I am not afraid to use it. I am prepared to defend myself and my interests at all costs.


Damn, now it's blood all on my Rick Owens
My actions have resulted in violence and bloodshed. This is a reminder of the risks and consequences associated with pursuing my goals.


I'm richer than a bitch, bitch, bitch, white bitch
I am incredibly wealthy and financially successful. I have more money than many people, even white women who are often associated with wealth and status.


Blue face everywhere
I am surrounded by money, represented by the color blue on American currency. My wealth and success are evident and ever-present.


Pull up, they stare
People are constantly watching and admiring me. My wealth, success, and status draw attention and admiration from others.


Fendi, my underwear
Even the most basic and personal items I wear are made by luxury and expensive brands like Fendi. This further emphasizes my wealth and status.


She suck my dick she like 'Damn'
Women are attracted to me and my wealth, and they do not hesitate to show their attraction physically. This further elevates my ego and status.


I didn't need a money counter, counter
I have so much money that I do not need a machine to count it for me. The amount of money I have is almost unfathomable.


Money all on the kitchen counter, counter
I am so rich that I leave stacks of money lying around in my kitchen. It is an almost trivial amount of money to me.


I think I need a money counter, counter (counter, counter)
My wealth is so immense that even I struggle to keep track of it all. I am jokingly suggesting that I need a machine to keep track of my wealth.


Call my doctor to handle my pain
Despite my immense wealth and success, I am still experiencing pain and difficulty. Even someone as powerful as me needs help sometimes.


Perky's taking my life away
I am struggling with addiction to prescription drugs like Percocet, which is negatively impacting my health and overall wellbeing.


I'ma bag your bitch, because I can
I am so wealthy and successful that I can easily seduce and attract someone else's romantic partner. I have the power and resources to do whatever I want.


I'ma go take your wife away
I have the ability to steal someone else's spouse without consequence. I am emphasizing my power, wealth, and authority over others.


Choppa on me, Afghanistan
I have a weapon with me at all times, similar to soldiers fighting in Afghanistan. This further emphasizes my willingness to use violence to achieve my goals.


That bitch kill many men
My weapon is incredibly powerful and lethal. It has killed many people in the past, and I am not afraid to use it if I need to.


Over the bag, over the cash, yeah
My primary motivation is money and financial success. I am constantly striving to attain more wealth and power.


I'm a money fan
My obsession with money and wealth is unmatched. I am constantly thinking about and focused on amassing as much wealth as possible.


Over the bag, on your ass, yeah
I will do whatever it takes to get my hands on money and financial success. I am willing to compete with and defeat anyone who stands in my way.


Hoppin' out the van
I am always on the move, traveling to and from my various business and personal endeavors. I am never static for long.


Switched up to the Lamb
I am constantly upgrading and changing my material possessions, now owning a Lamborghini. My wealth and success enable me to constantly pursue higher and more extravagant forms of luxury.


How you niggas like me now, yeah
I have achieved so much success and prosperity that I now command a great deal of respect and admiration. I have climbed to the top of the social hierarchy through my hard work and ambition.


No limit, the gang
I am part of a powerful and exclusive group who are united in their pursuit of financial success and domination. We share the same values and goals.


Try it, they gonna shoot you down, yeah
My associates and I have the power and resources to take down anyone who dares to cross us. We are a formidable force to be reckoned with.


Loaded up, they gon' gun you down
We are constantly armed and prepared to use force to protect ourselves and our interests. Anyone who poses a threat to us will be met with violence and aggression.


Dripping on them everyday, snakes off
I am constantly showing off my wealth and success, even in everyday situations. I do not conform to social norms or expectations.


Breaking your ankle, Chris Paul
I am dominating and succeeding over my opponents in every area of my life, just like NBA player Chris Paul injuring his opponents ankles while playing basketball.


I'm so on 'em now my legacy will never fade
My determination and hard work have earned me a reputation and legacy that will last long after I am gone. I have made a powerful impact on the world and will not be forgotten.


I've been traumatized before but still I'm not afraid
I have been through difficult and traumatic experiences in the past, but I refuse to let them hold me back. I am fearless and unafraid to face any obstacle that comes my way.


Came from the bottom of the creek that shit was ugly
I started from a place of disadvantage and disadvantage, but I worked hard and overcame my circumstances to achieve success. My beginnings were difficult and unappealing.


Made it to the top of the mountain drankin' muddy
I have achieved incredible success and status despite my humble beginnings. Even when things were difficult and unpleasant, I persevered and succeeded in my endeavors.


Everybody around you change and I felt so neglected
As I have achieved success and status, the people around me have changed and grown distant. This has left me feeling lonely and disconnected from those around me.


Hopping on the bird, with some birds, they respected (yeah, yeah)
Despite feeling abandoned and disrespected by those around me, I have found new, more loyal associates. We travel and conduct business together, and they demonstrate their respect for me every day.


24/7, everyday we get it in (yeah, yeah)
I am constantly working and pursuing my goals, every single day of the week. My ambition and determination are unmatched and unwavering.


Yeah, started living out my dream, feet like I was born again
I am finally living the life I have always dreamed of, and it feels like I have been reborn. My struggles and hard work have all been worth it to achieve this level of success and fulfillment.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Andrew Wotman, Jared Higgins, Louis Bell, Nathan Perez, Nayvadius Wilburn, Carl Austin Rosen, Andrew Watt

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@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.



All comments from YouTube:

@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

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@wilbuhr

Underrated song. I can’t believe I skipped over this when this album came out.

@seanrscooch4386

facts

@smokestarter2652

facts

@lawsuit7716

Ikr

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