Durk Derrick Banks (born October 19, 1992), better known as Lil Durk, is a … Read Full Bio ↴Durk Derrick Banks (born October 19, 1992), better known as Lil Durk, is a rapper, singer, and songwriter from Chicago, Illinois. Durk is best known for his involvement in the drill wave that took the music world by storm in the 2010s. He is the founder of his own record label and rap collective, Only the Family (OTF).

Beginning his career, from 2011 to 2012, Durk released his debut, un-official mixtape, I’m a Hitta which was released on August 26, 2011. On April 3, 2012, Durk released his sophomore mixtape, a sequel to his previous tape, I’m Still a Hitta. Durka later released his third mixtape on November 5, 2012, titled Life Ain’t No Joke

Like many drill artists, Durk’s early career was plagued with legal issues and accusations of violence. These issues eventually led to his shows being canceled.

From 2013 to 2015 Durk released a total of four projects, three mixtapes, and an album. October 10, 2013, marked the release of the first Signed to the Streets, one of Durk’s most notable mixtapes and the start of a series. In the summer of 2014, specifically July 4, Durk released a sequel to Signed to the Streets and released Signed to the Streets 2 featuring his “What You Do to Me”.

2015 would be an enormous year for Lil Durk as in July 2015, Durk released his debut studio album, Remember My Name which featured his Jeremih-assisted “Like Me.” Later that year, Durk released his sixth mixtape 300 Days 300 Nights which included his then-girlfriend, Dej Loaf-assisted, “My Beyoncé.”

From 2016 to 2017, Durk released a total of four solo projects and one collaborative project. On July 22, 2016, Durk released his sophomore studio album, Lil Durk 2X accompanied by features such as Future, Young Thug, Yo Gotti and more. Ending the year, Durk released They Forgot, his seventh mixtape.

Beginning 2017, in February, Durk released his seventh mixtape, Love Songs for the Streets, which is deemed as one of his most notable projects including features from Moneybagg Yo and YFN Lucci. Later that year in August, Durk released a collaborative EP with Lil Reese titled Supa Vultures; the project included his “Nobody Knows”. On October 19, 2017, Durk carried on with his Signed to the Streets series with the highly anticipated Signed to the Streets 2.5. The mixtape included the start of yet another song series titled “India” dedicated to his fiancé India Cox otherwise known as India Royale.

In 2018, Durk released two projects, he began with Just Cause Y'all Waited, Durk’s highest-charting mixtape peaking at #57 on the Billboard 200. Durk then released a sequel to Love Songs for the Streets titled Love Songs 4 the Streets 2. Durk was extremely successful prior to this album, however, many say that this exact album broke Durk into the mainstream rap industry as it had been his first project to chart in the top 10 of the Billboard 200.

2020 was an even better year for Lil Durk as he released his almost chart-topping Just Cause Y’all Waited 2 which peaked at #2 on the Billboard 200. It was later followed up with a deluxe.

The scars of violence run deep in Durk’s discography, particularly arising from the loss of OTF members Nunu (Nuski) and King Von at the hands of gunfire. Both artists are commemorated on his album The Voice, for which a deluxe version was released in 2021.

Anointing himself as the voice of the streets, Durk followed up this project with the release of the collaborative album The Voice of the Heroes with Lil Baby which brought the Chicago native artist his first #1 album.

Marking his first solo #1 album, in March 2022, Lil Durk released a melodramatic take on the deaths of his loved ones through an album titled 7220. The album became Durk’s first solo project to top the charts.

Alotta Lotta
Lil Durk Lyrics

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(Gang) Ay, you know how the fuck we do it man
Alotta lotta, (TY Made It)
Alotta lotta

I done did alotta shit
I done fucked alotta bitches
I done been through every hood
I did shot alotta niggas

I done wore alotta watches
And I robbed alotta niggas
And I did every drug
Even shot a choppa nigga

I did alotta lotta
Did alotta lotta (bitch)
Did alotta lotta
Boy I did alotta lotta

I done did alotta shit, got the opps sick at me
Told me if they see me up in traffic, they gon blick at me
Told my plug he go to Mexico, just throw a brick at me
Buy a Burkin instantly, just to keep my bitch happy
I don't fuck with pussy niggas, all my killers artificial
I done saved my tour money, I done bought a lot of pistols
Don't go to my tour money, jeweler set alotta crystals
Boy, we gon use your money, boy, you ain't my real nigga

I remember selling dope, police tryna set me up
On IG with the flexin', they gon wet me up
Your bitch be on my dick and she gon text me up
She texting down my line, but I ain't texting nothin

I done did alotta shit
I done fucked alotta bitches
I done been through every hood
I did shot alotta niggas
I done wore alotta watches
And I robbed alotta niggas
And I did every drug
Even shot a choppa nigga

I did alotta lotta
Did alotta lotta (bitch)
Did alotta lotta
Boy I did alotta lotta
Boy, I'm talking alotta lotta

I done did alotta shit
And you know who i came with
And you know what we be with
Catch a opp and change niggas
Catch a opp and change it quick
Best stay in your lane bitch, cause this shit here is dangerous
Rollin up that flamin', in the summertime over with so don't be dangling
Leave a nigga brainless
Catch a nigga, stain 'em
Shootin' with his eyes closed, he said he was aimin'
Even when I'm famous, catch me with my niggas on the block, still hangin'
Coolin' with and say from them shorties they'll change you
Rearrange you

I done did alotta shit
I done fucked alotta bitches
I done been through every hood
I did shot alotta niggas
I done wore alotta watches
And I robbed alotta niggas
And I did every drug
Even shot a choppa nigga

I did alotta lotta
Did alotta lotta (bitch)
Did alotta lotta

Boy I did alotta lotta
Boy, I'm talking alotta lotta

Overall Meaning

In these lyrics, Lil Durk is reflecting on his past experiences and the actions he has taken throughout his life, particularly in relation to his involvement in the streets and the rap game. He begins by acknowledging the reputation he and his crew have established by saying "Ay, you know how the fuck we do it man." This sets the tone for the rest of the song as an unapologetic display of their lifestyle.

Durk goes on to assert that he has done a lot of things, both positive and negative. He mentions having been through various neighborhoods, indicating that he has navigated different environments and possibly encountered different struggles. He also claims to have engaged in criminal activities such as robbing people and even shooting others. Additionally, he admits to having been with many women, suggesting a promiscuous lifestyle.

In the next verse, Durk talks about the consequences of his actions and the way he has dealt with them. He mentions that his rivals are jealous or sick of him due to what he has achieved, most likely in terms of success and wealth. He acknowledges the dangerous environment he is in, with potential threats aiming to harm him if spotted in traffic. Despite these challenges, Durk emphasizes his resilience by expressing that he saved his tour money (earned from performing) to buy firearms for protection.

The lyrics also touch on the difficulties of Durk's past, such as being targeted by the police and facing the constant threat of violence. He implies that he has faced attempts on his life and suggests that women are attracted to him and reach out to him, but he doesn't reciprocate their advances. This suggests that he is focused on his own goals and not interested in pursuing personal relationships.

Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of pride, confidence, and toughness. Lil Durk acknowledges the choices and actions he has taken, both positive and negative, and highlights his ability to adapt and survive in a rough environment. The lyrics also touch on the dangers of such a lifestyle and the constant need to be on guard.

Line by Line Meaning

Alotta lotta, (TY Made It)
Many, many, (produced by TY Made It)

I done did alotta shit
I have done a lot of things

I done fucked alotta bitches
I have had sexual encounters with many women

I done been through every hood
I have experienced life in every neighborhood

I did shot alotta niggas
I have shot many people

I done wore alotta watches
I have worn many watches

And I robbed alotta niggas
I have robbed many people

And I did every drug
I tried every type of drug

Even shot a choppa nigga
I even shot someone using a gun

Did alotta lotta (bitch)
Did many, many things (to emphasize)

Boy I did alotta lotta
Boy, I have done many, many things

I done did alotta shit, got the opps sick at me
I have done a lot of things which makes my opponents envy and dislike me

Told me if they see me up in traffic, they gon blick at me
They warned me that if they see me in the area, they will shoot at me

Told my plug he go to Mexico, just throw a brick at me
I told my drug supplier to go to Mexico and smuggle drugs for me

Buy a Burkin instantly, just to keep my bitch happy
I bought a high-priced handbag immediately, just to please my girlfriend

I don't fuck with pussy niggas, all my killers artificial
I do not associate with weak individuals, all my hired killers are impersonal and emotionless

I done saved my tour money, I done bought a lot of pistols
I have saved the money earned from my tours and used it to purchase many firearms

Don't go to my tour money, jeweler set alotta crystals
Do not take my tour money, as my jewelry is adorned with many expensive gems

Boy, we gon use your money, boy, you ain't my real nigga
Boy, we will use your money, you are not truly my friend

I remember selling dope, police tryna set me up
I recall selling drugs and the police attempting to frame me

On IG with the flexin', they gon wet me up
On Instagram, boasting about my wealth and success, they will attack and harm me

Your bitch be on my dick and she gon text me up
Your girlfriend is interested in me and she frequently messages me

She texting down my line, but I ain't texting nothin
She is messaging me persistently, but I am not responding

And you know who i came with
And you are aware of the people I associate with

And you know what we be with
And you know the type of things we carry

Catch a opp and change niggas
When encountering an opponent, we harm and intimidate them

Catch a opp and change it quick
Catch an enemy and quickly alter the situation to our advantage

Best stay in your lane bitch, cause this shit here is dangerous
It is best to mind your own business, as this lifestyle can be perilous

Rollin up that flamin', in the summertime over with so don't be dangling
Smoking marijuana heavily, it is dangerous to display it during summertime

Leave a nigga brainless
Inflict severe harm on an individual, leaving them mentally damaged

Catch a nigga, stain 'em
Catch someone and mark them with bloodshed

Shootin' with his eyes closed, he said he was aimin'
Shooting a gun without aiming properly, yet claiming to have aimed

Even when I'm famous, catch me with my niggas on the block, still hangin'
Even when I achieve fame, you will still find me with my friends on the streets, maintaining our connection

Coolin' with and say from them shorties they'll change you
Hanging out and learning from the younger individuals, they may alter your perspective

Rearrange you
Rearrange your mindset and lifestyle

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Durk Banks, Tavares Taylor

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