Beginning his career, from 2011 to 2012, Durk released his debut, un-official mixtape, Iβm a Hitta which was released on August 26, 2011. On April 3, 2012, Durk released his sophomore mixtape, a sequel to his previous tape, Iβm Still a Hitta. Durka later released his third mixtape on November 5, 2012, titled Life Ainβt No Joke
Like many drill artists, Durkβs 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 Durkβs 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 βWhat You Do to Meβ.
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 βLike Me.β Later that year, Durk released his sixth mixtape 300 Days 300 Nights which included his then-girlfriend, Dej Loaf-assisted, βMy BeyoncΓ©.β
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 βNobody Knowsβ. 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 βIndiaβ dedicated to his fiancΓ© India Cox otherwise known as India Royale.
In 2018, Durk released two projects, he began with Just Cause Y'all Waited, Durkβs 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 Yβall 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 Durkβs 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 Durkβs first solo project to top the charts.
Denied in UK
Lil Durk Lyrics
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If you know me like you know me, I can't get tired of thuggin'
I choose you over any bitch, and I can't deny it in public
And I can't deny the way I feel, that's why I can't hide the struggle
Felt like I was locked up in immigration when I got denied in London
When I took a trip to the UK, I was thinkin' 'bout us
How I was gon' flip them euros to US dollars to get you a truck
And I ain't gotta clear up none of these rumors 'cause you got my trust
And I like the way your body is, you ain't gotta get shit tucked
Sneak a nut inside while you ain't lookin', I tell you the condom bust
We keepin' the personal business off the internet, that's why they onto us
I want your heart while being real with you, not none of that designer stuff
Denied in the UK
Got denied in the UK
Got denied in UK
Got denied in the UK
Walk around the crib with your panties on and your toes out
I told her that she doing somethin' right when when she in these hoes' mouth
They tried to get her post some lingerie, can't pay her no amount
I post Atlanta tour, in sixty seconds, that shit was sold out
My cameraman got locked up for some weed, some shit he ain't know about
They told him to knock when you wanna talk, he went to sleep snorin' loud
I asked 'em how long we got left, they say it's gon' be awhile
I'm tryna turn up, I'm tryna go crazy and see the crowd
Got denied in the UK
Got denied in UK
Got denied in the UK
Got denied in UK
In the song "Denied in UK" by Lil Durk, he talks about his experience of being denied entry into the UK. The lyrics in this song also show the deep affection and love he has for his partner. Lil Durk expresses that he cannot stop being a thug, and he chooses his love interest over any other girl. He says he can't deny his feelings for her and, he can't hide the struggle he has to go through to maintain their relationship.
Lil Durk goes on to explain that he had planned a trip to the UK to get his partner a truck and how he had thought about her while traveling. He tells her not to worry about other women because he's stuck on her. The artist also mentions how much he enjoys her natural beauty and that he wants her heart while being honest and genuine with her. Durk expresses his frustration with rumors and how they can damage relationships.
Later in the song, Lil Durk talks more about his personal life, including his enjoyment of walking around his house with his partner, who has only her panties on and toes out. He talks about how they keep personal things offline and that they want to keep their relationship away from prying eyes. Lil Durk also mentions the struggles he faced when his camera man who got locked up for weed possession. He then expresses his desire to turn up on stage and enjoy performing for his fans.
Line by Line Meaning
If you know me like you know me, I can't get tired of thuggin'
I love the street lifestyle and can never grow weary of it. Those who know me are aware of this fact.
I choose you over any bitch, and I can't deny it in public
I prefer you to any other woman, and I'm not afraid to admit it openly.
And I can't deny the way I feel, that's why I can't hide the struggle
I'm going through a tough time, and I can't deny my emotions. That's why I can't pretend like everything is okay.
Felt like I was locked up in immigration when I got denied in London
I was devastated when I got denied entry to the UK, and it felt like I was in prison.
When I took a trip to the UK, I was thinkin' 'bout us
During my UK visit, I couldn't help but think about our relationship and how to make it work.
How I was gon' flip them euros to US dollars to get you a truck
I was planning to convert euros into US dollars to buy you a truck.
And you ain't gotta worry about none of these hoes 'cause I ain't scared to say I'm stuck
You don't have to worry about other women because I'm committed to you and not afraid to admit it.
And I ain't gotta clear up none of these rumors 'cause you got my trust
I don't need to explain or defend myself against any rumors because I trust you to know the truth.
And I like the way your body is, you ain't gotta get shit tucked
I love you just the way you are, and you don't need to get any cosmetic procedures.
Sneak a nut inside while you ain't lookin', I tell you the condom bust
I secretly ejaculated inside you without your knowledge, causing the condom to fail.
We keepin' the personal business off the internet, that's why they onto us
We don't share details about our relationship on the internet, which is why people are curious and suspicious.
I want your heart while being real with you, not none of that designer stuff
I want a genuine connection with you based on emotions, not superficial items or status symbols.
Walk around the crib with your panties on and your toes out
You walk around the house with no shoes and only your underwear.
I told her that she doing somethin' right when when she in these hoes' mouth
I praise you for doing something that makes other women envious or jealous.
They tried to get her post some lingerie, can't pay her no amount
Someone offered you money to post pictures wearing lingerie, but you refused.
I post Atlanta tour, in sixty seconds, that shit was sold out
I sold out my Atlanta tour within a minute of posting about it on the internet.
My cameraman got locked up for some weed, some shit he ain't know about
My cameraman was arrested for possessing marijuana but claimed he was unaware it was illegal.
They told him to knock when you wanna talk, he went to sleep snorin' loud
The police instructed him to knock when he needs to speak, but he fell asleep and snored loudly.
I asked 'em how long we got left, they say it's gon' be awhile
I inquired with somebody about how much time we have left, but they responded that it will be a long wait.
I'm tryna turn up, I'm tryna go crazy and see the crowd
I want to have a wild time and experience the energy of the crowd.
Got denied in the UK
I was not allowed entry into the UK.
Got denied in UK
I was rejected from entering the UK.
Got denied in the UK
UK authorities refused to grant me permission to enter their country.
Got denied in UK
I experienced rejection when attempting to travel to the UK.
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Durk Banks, Maliki Decampos
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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