X had no knowledge that he would appear on Tha Carter V because his contributions were added after his passing. X met with Z3N, one of the song’s producers, in February 2018 to record this chorus and other music. Then, in August 2018, Z3N showed some of the music he created with X to LunchMoney Lewis, a Young Money affiliate. Lewis loved the chorus and showed it to Wayne and Republic Records. Wayne loved it and had Ben Billions to put the entire song together.
In an interview after the album’s release, Wayne revealed that he had no idea who X was and that X’s inclusion was Mack Maine’s idea.
“That was my big homie Mack’s idea. He came to New Orleans to do something for like a day or two, and he came back and said I have something I want you to hear. That was the first time hearing my mom on the song, so when he played that, then he played the song.”
Although X never heard this song, he probably would have approved of it because he often cited Wayne as one of his biggest influences. He revealed that Wayne was one of his favorite rappers in his XXL interview, and he also mentioned that he grew up listening to Wayne in his No Jumper interview and in his interview with 103.5 The Beat.
He also has shouted out Wayne on a song. In the intro to “YuNg BrAtZ,” X says:
“She wanna, X wanna
You wanna? L-l-lick my dick like a what? Nice!
Lick my dick like Lil Wayne lollipop, huh!”
Additionally, X’s part appears to be somewhat inspired by X’s “Pain = BESTFRIEND.” He uses some of the same lyrics but sings them in a significantly calmer tone.
Don't Cry
Lil' Wayne Lyrics
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Don't cry, don't go
Won't lie, I fuckin' love you, whoa
Why y'all staring into the clouds
Am I rising or they comin' down?
I see death around the corner
What do I do now? Who gon' find me, how?
Nowhere to turn but around and round
Just another nigga who done lost his head
No, a fucking king that forgot his crown
I am not number one, it's true
I'm number 9-27-82
Color blind, even if I may be blue
A lot on my plate, ain't my favorite food
But I'm hungry, so hungry
Need my family tree next to a money tree
With a bunch of leaves in the Garden of Eden
With a bunch of Eves, no fruit punch for me
I sip from the fountain of youth
So if I die young, blame the juice
Bury me in New Orleans
Tombstone reads "Don't cry, stay tuned"
Bring me back to life
Got to lose a life just to have a life
But if heaven's as good as advertised
I want a triple extension on my motherfuckin' afterlife
Rest in paradise
Don't cry (don't cry, don't cry), don't go (why, oh why?)
Won't lie, I fuckin' love you
Don't cry (don't cry, don't cry, don't cry)
Don't go (why, oh why, oh why, oh why?)
Won't lie (don't cry, don't cry)
I fuckin' love you (don't cry, don't cry)
Talent is god-given, be grateful
Fame is not a given, be humble and
Conceit is self-driven, drive carefully
Stay in your own lane, seat buckled
And sometimes when there is no music
We toot our own horns, rum-bum-bum-bum
That woman carried the future
And Tunechi was born like "dun-dun-dun-dun"
Don't call it a comeback
It was dark, now the sun back
Hit me hard, but I punched back
The wheels fell off, I rode the hubcap
It's suicide or it's do or die
It's newer days and it's bluer skies
I told myself "It's just you and I"
Then the breeze came and it blew my mind
Lord knows who I'm there for
I'll give my last breath of air for
Mama tell me to be careful
Voice in my head give me an earful
But I got mind control over my control
I lost control but knew I'd find control
I let God control what I cannot control
Can't control the tears, let them drop and roll
Don't cry (don't cry, don't cry)
Don't go (why, oh why, oh why?)
Won't lie (don't cry), I fuckin' love you
(Triple extension on my motherfuckin' afterlife, rest in paradise)
Don't cry (don't cry, don't cry)
Don't go (why, oh why, oh why?)
Won't lie, I fuckin' love you (don't cry)
Don't cry, stay tuned
And triple extension on my motherfuckin' afterlife
Rest in paradise
The song "Don't Cry" by Lil Wayne is a very touching and introspective piece that focuses on different themes, such as love, death, faith, and perseverance. The song features Lil Wayne rapping about his struggles and his desire to be strong regardless of the circumstances. He speaks about his fear of death and how it inspires him to work harder and love more deeply. He admits to feeling lost and confused at times, but also expresses confidence and determination to overcome his obstacles. The chorus is a plea for the person he loves not to cry or go, and he reassures them of his love despite his challenges.
One interpretation of the song is that it is an ode to Lil Wayne's mother who passed away in 2017. In the opening lines, he questions whether the clouds are coming down or if he is rising, possibly referring to his mother's passing and feeling lost without her. He also mentions the U-turn sign looking like a smile, which could represent the idea of life after death or finding happiness despite difficult circumstances. He acknowledges his feelings of being color blind, but still needing to work hard and stay strong. He also speaks directly to his mother, reassuring her that he loves her and will always be with her.
The song is a beautiful tribute to love, life, and the struggles that come with it. Whether we are dealing with the loss of a loved one or facing our own mortality, Lil Wayne's lyrics remind us to cherish every moment and stay true to ourselves. His message of hope and resilience is something that everyone can relate to.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't cry, don't go
Stay with me and don't cry, even when it feels like it's time for you to leave.
Won't lie, I fuckin' love you, whoa
I'm being honest with you, I really love you deeply.
Why y'all staring into the clouds
I am questioning why people always look towards the sky, wondering if I am rising or they're falling down.
Am I rising or they comin' down?
I am wondering if I am succeeding or if everyone else is failing.
I see death around the corner
I know that death could be right around the corner.
And the U-turn sign's lookin' like a smile
The turn that I need to make may be a happy one despite the underlying fear of what lies ahead.
What do I do now? Who gon' find me, how?
I am lost and unsure of what my next move should be, questioning who will come and rescue me.
Nowhere to turn but around and round
There are no options but for me to keep going in circles.
Just another nigga who done lost his head
I am just another person who has lost their mind and doesn't know what to do.
No, a fucking king that forgot his crown
Despite my temporary struggles, I am still a king, and I need to remember that.
I am not number one, it's true
I acknowledge that I am not the most important thing in the world.
I'm number 9-27-82
I am a person born on September 27, 1982.
Color blind, even if I may be blue
I may be going through a tough time, but I am unable to change my situation regardless of how I'm feeling.
A lot on my plate, ain't my favorite food
My life is full of challenges I'd prefer not to deal with.
But I'm hungry, so hungry
Despite the challenges, I have the drive to keep going.
Need my family tree next to a money tree
I need my loved ones by my side, alongside a plentiful source of wealth.
With a bunch of leaves in the Garden of Eden
I want a lush, abundant life filled with joy and happiness.
With a bunch of Eves, no fruit punch for me
I have plenty of women by my side, and I'm not interested in any fake anecdotes to help me feel better.
I sip from the fountain of youth
I am making the most of my youth and want to live life to the fullest.
So if I die young, blame the juice
If anything happens to me suddenly, it will likely be because I lived too hard and too fast.
Bury me in New Orleans
I would like my burial to be in my original home of New Orleans.
Tombstone reads 'Don't cry, stay tuned'
I don't want anyone to grieve over my death; they should instead wait for what comes next.
Bring me back to life
My loved ones should keep me in their memories and hearts, even after I'm gone.
Got to lose a life just to have a life
Sometimes you have to experience great loss to truly appreciate the preciousness of life.
But if heaven's as good as advertised
I am optimistic about the afterlife being as great as it's promised to be.
I want a triple extension on my motherfuckin' afterlife
If the afterlife is really as great as advertised, I want it to be even longer than what's currently promised.
Rest in paradise
I hope to experience ultimate peace and happiness after I've passed away.
Talent is god-given, be grateful
You can't take credit for your natural abilities, so appreciate and embrace them.
Fame is not a given, be humble
Fame is something that can be taken away just as easily as it is given, so always remain humble.
Conceit is self-driven, drive carefully
Being too confident and self-absorbed can lead to one's downfall, so be careful with your choices and actions.
Stay in your own lane, seat buckled
Focus on your own life and goals, and be prepared for the road ahead.
And sometimes when there is no music
In life, there are times when there won't be any guidance or direction.
We toot our own horns, rum-bum-bum-bum
Despite the lack of direction, we should still have confidence in ourselves and make some noise.
That woman carried the future
My mother is the reason I exist and is the carrier of my destiny.
And Tunechi was born like 'dun-dun-dun-dun'
My arrival into the world was both triumphant and symbolic, giving me my identity.
Don't call it a comeback
While it may seem like I'm returning, I never really left in the first place.
It was dark, now the sun back
After a period of darkness, the sun is finally shining again and bringing light into my life.
Hit me hard, but I punched back
Life has dealt me some tough blows, but I refused to stay down and fought back.
The wheels fell off, I rode the hubcap
Even when it seemed like everything was falling apart, I remained in control and made the most out of it.
It's suicide or it's do or die
In life, you either take the risk and try your best, or you give up and never live up to your true potential.
It's newer days and it's bluer skies
The future is looking bright, and I am excited for what's to come.
I told myself 'It's just you and I'
I am relying on myself to push through and make it to the other side.
Then the breeze came and it blew my mind
A small change can have a big impact, and it's important to be receptive to it.
Lord knows who I'm there for
While I may not always be sure of my purpose or motivations, I trust in a higher power to guide me.
I'll give my last breath of air for
I am willing to give everything I have, including my life, for something or someone that matters to me deeply.
Mama tell me to be careful
My mother is always looking out for me and wants me to be safe and cautious.
Voice in my head give me an earful
My own conscience is also looking out for me and reminding me of what's important.
But I got mind control over my control
I am in control of myself and my decisions, despite external influences and challenges.
I lost control but knew I'd find control
Even when things feel out of control, I trust in myself to regain it again.
I let God control what I cannot control
There are certain things in life that are out of my hands, and I trust in a higher power to take care of them.
Can't control the tears, let them drop and roll
It's okay to cry and let emotions out, even if we can't always control when or how it happens.
Don't cry, stay tuned
Again, don't grieve over my death, instead wait for what's to come in the future.
And triple extension on my motherfuckin' afterlife
I want even more time in the afterlife to make the most of it.
Rest in paradise
Ultimately, my goal is to find rest and peace in the afterlife.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ben Diehl, Dwayne Carter, Gamal Lewis, Jahseh Dwayne Onfroy
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
alecia
on Lollipop
good song