Day For Day
Kodak Black Lyrics


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Ayy, look
I say "I don't rap, I illustrate
I don't paint pictures, I picture-paint"
Ha, this my motherfuckin' album

"Kodak Black"
"Kodak Black"
"The nineteen-year-old Pompano Beach rapper"
"Is reportedly back in jail after he was arrested today in Broward County, Florida"
"His real name is Dieuson Octave, changed his plea from not guilty to no contest"
"Mr. Octave, I've accepted your plea"
"In the two criminal cases that have put his musical career on hold"
"The troubled rapper found himself back behind bars after violating the terms of his house arrest"

You know I'm a hot boy, but I ain't never lose my cool
The streets on fire, that's why I'm ridin' with my tool
1800 block boy, I'm quick to give a bitch the blues
I was already sentenced, before I came up out the womb
Streets done already sentenced me, before no cracker could
And I wonder why, why I'm just so fucked up out the hood
And I wonder why, these niggas be hatin' on a G
When I'm the same lil' nigga, who gave you niggas a chance to eat
I had to do that time, could nobody do that shit for me
When I was doin' that time, ain't nobody do that shit with me
I miss my nigga Cool, I know right now he prolly sleep
One day at a time, ten toes down until you're free

Dyin' in a cell's is every street nigga fear
I give everythin' back to have my nigga here
I give everythin' back to have my nigga with me
I already know I had to beef, I had my nigga with me
I ain't tryna see the pen', I'm tryna make a shape
Neighborhood hero, I'm the one gon' save the day
Chosen one, my folks depend on me to make a way
I do it for my nigga locked up doin' day for day

They gave Lil' Marky twenty-five, that's my man (ayy)
Remember hittin' licks and runnin' up them bands (ayy, ayy)
They gave Lil' Grass sixteen years in the pen (ayy)
For all my niggas locked up, I'm goin' H.A.M. (ayy, ayy)
They gave Lil' Ceelo twenty years, free my nigga
They say Lil' Tracer gettin' out this December
I dropped fifty-five bands from my hand
They done let me out, so now I'm goin' in
Before he go back, shoot it out with the police (ayy)
So that mean he goin' to court in these streets (ayy, ayy)
He gon' go to trial right there where he stands (ayy)
For everybody did me wrong, I want revenge (ayy, ayy)

Dyin' in a cell's is every street nigga fear
I give everythin' back to have my nigga here
I give everythin' back to have my nigga with me
I already know I had to beef, I had my nigga with me
I ain't tryna see the pen', I'm tryna make a shape
Neighborhood hero, I'm the one gon' save the day
Chosen one, my folks depend on me to make a way
I do it for my nigga locked up doin' day for day





This my motherfuckin' album
Paintin' pictures man, lil' Kodak, you already know that

Overall Meaning

In "Day for Day," Kodak Black starts by explaining his artistic mindset through a metaphor: "I don't rap, I illustrate, I don't paint pictures, I picture-paint." He's using this comparison as a way to differentiate himself as an artist, rather than being just a rapper. This distinction is essential for him as he feels that he's judged by his background, struggles and the flaws in his personal life, rather than his artistry. Kodak also delves into his life before fame, talking about how the streets already sentenced him before he was born. He speaks about the fear of dying in a cell and the pain of losing his close friend Cool. Kodak wants to provide inspiration to his community, be the hero and supports his friends who are locked up. He wants to make a way for himself and the people he loves and admires while acknowledging the flaws in his past.


In the middle of the track, Kodak Black honors his friends who are currently locked up. He mentions his friend Lil' Marky (25-year sentence), Lil' Grass (16-year sentence), Lil' Ceelo (20-year sentence), and Lil' Tracer (currently in prison). As a promised friend, he desires to free his people and give them another chance. He talks about the pain of knowing that his friends are in prison, and expresses a desire for revenge against those who have done him wrong. He contrasts the situation of his incarcerated friends with his own freedom, emphasizing the importance of cherishing one's liberty.


Line by Line Meaning

I say "I don't rap, I illustrate
The artist considers himself more than just a rapper, but rather an illustrator of stories and emotions through his music


I don't paint pictures, I picture-paint"
Rather than creating literal artwork, the artist creates vivid mental images in the listener's mind through his lyrics


Ha, this my motherfuckin' album
The artist takes pride in the work he has created and wants listeners to know that this album is entirely his own vision and expression


You know I'm a hot boy, but I ain't never lose my cool
Despite being known for his tough and sometimes aggressive demeanor, the artist maintains that he has never lost his composure or control in any situation


The streets on fire, that's why I'm ridin' with my tool
The environment the artist grew up in is volatile and dangerous, which is why he carries a weapon to protect himself


I was already sentenced, before I came up out the womb
The artist believes that he was already doomed to a certain fate before he was even born, due to the circumstances of his upbringing and environment


I miss my nigga Cool, I know right now he prolly sleep
The artist expresses sorrow for a friend who has passed away and reflects on their shared experiences


Dyin' in a cell's is every street nigga fear
Being imprisoned for life or dying in jail is a common and persistent fear for many people who grow up in disadvantaged neighborhoods


For everybody did me wrong, I want revenge
The artist expresses a desire for vengeance against those who have wronged him in the past


Neighborhood hero, I'm the one gon' save the day
The artist believes that he can be a positive influence and role model for his community and that he has the power to make a difference in the lives of those around him


I do it for my nigga locked up doin' day for day
The artist is motivated and inspired by his friends who are serving long prison sentences and wants to use his success to honor their struggle and keep their spirits up




Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dieuson Octave, Benjamin Diehl, Ian Lewis

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