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.

Hated On Me
Lil Durk Lyrics

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I be tired of these niggas tryna ride da fucking wave
I done put some niggas on they feet around da way
I done put some millions in the traps around the way
I done did so much I make 'em feel some type a way
I want it all, I want it all
For me and my dogs, so we can ball
You see this drip, it's dripping on me
You see this clip, it's hanging on me

Pour up the lean, they hated on me
Pour up the lean, they hated on me

I run the check through machines now
I ride around with machine guns
I put a check on a ching chong
Hold up lil nigga I'm King Kong
I go to sleep with the hammer
Fuck watching the TV I'm watching the camera
I'm paranoid high than a hawk
You broke and it ain't my fault
I need it all, I told ya dog, I been running atlas
I'm gutta forever, I fuck on a thot then go fuck an actress
Then I find out you been lying about all the shit you say in your raps
I put the hood on the map, I put the hood on the map
My young nigga just caught a double, they tryna give him the chair
They tryna give him the chair

I be tired of these niggas tryna ride da fucking wave
I done put some niggas on they feet around da way
I done put some millions in the traps around the way
I done did so much I make 'em feel some type a way
I want it all, I want it all
For me and my dogs, so we can ball
You see this drip, it's dripping on me
You see this clip, it's hanging on me
Pour up the lean, they hated on me
Pour up the lean, they hated on me

Block nigga, war time, keep a Glock wit 'em
Future Biggie, I'm Pac nigga
Dropping bars in a pop nigga
Appeal money free Aok nigga
I love designer not rap nigga
Diamond water like tap nigga
Fed listening they tap nigga
No green just Act nigga
Never got shot but I put da pole to work
Chopper got a kick back I hope dat yo shoulder work
Young killas 15 and you know I mold 'em first
Free 22, 38 years the state had told 'em first
Spot 'em, got 'em, yeah yeah
I'm a problem, yeah yeah
This my city, hell yeah
And my killers ain't playin' here

I be tired of these niggas tryna ride da fucking wave
I done put some niggas on they feet around da way
I done put some millions in the traps around the way
I done did so much I make 'em feel some type a way
I want it all, I want it all
For me and my dogs, so we can ball
You see this drip, it's dripping on me
You see this clip, it's hanging on me

Pour up the lean, they hated on me
Pour up the lean, they hated on me

Overall Meaning

In "Hated On Me," Lil Durk expresses his frustration with people who try to ride his success and popularity. He acknowledges that he has helped the people in his community and put them on their feet by investing in businesses and providing jobs. Despite his good deeds, he still gets hated on by those who feel some type of way about his success. He wants it all for himself and his crew so they can live the good life and ball. Durk also talks about his street life and how he has to be prepared for war times with machine guns and a chopper. He is not afraid to defend himself and his crew from any threat, even if it means sleeping with a hammer and watching the camera rather than the TV. At the end of the song, Durk mentions his killers and how they are not to be messed with.

The song is a tale of two stories- Durk’s message of uplifting his community through his gains and also maintaining his hard street status. Overall, the song appears to critical of ‘copycat’ behavior and fake personas. Durk uses a flowing cadence mixed with the gritty trap sound, getting his message across with ease. The song's lyrics are also a celebration of Durk's accomplishments despite the criticism and backlash he has faced.

Line by Line Meaning

I be tired of these niggas tryna ride da fucking wave
I am weary of individuals pretending to be supportive of me and my music career for their own benefit.

I done put some niggas on they feet around da way
I have assisted several people in my neighborhood financially by transforming their lives with new opportunities.

I done put some millions in the traps around the way
I have invested millions of dollars in my city to set up local businesses and create multiple job opportunities.

I done did so much I make 'em feel some type a way
They cannot help but feel envious of my accomplishments because I have done more than what they anticipated.

I want it all, I want it all
I have big aspirations, and I aim to achieve all of my goals with full effort and purpose.

For me and my dogs, so we can ball
I plan to share my success with my closest friends so that we can celebrate and enjoy life's pleasures together.

You see this drip, it's dripping on me
I have an impressive fashion sense that is noticeable and admired by others.

You see this clip, it's hanging on me
I carry a weapon for my own protection and am not afraid to use it if necessary.

Pour up the lean, they hated on me
I consume codeine cough syrup mixed with soda and ice, and others criticize me for doing so.

I run the check through machines now
I no longer depend on organizations or figures to issue money, and instead utilize automated systems to handle finances.

I ride around with machine guns
I carry multiple weapons, including firearms typically used by military personnel, for my own protection from potential threats.

I put a check on a ching chong
I sign and make payments to Asian-owned businesses for their services or products.

Hold up lil nigga I'm King Kong
I hold a powerful status and will not tolerate others trying to diminish it.

I go to sleep with the hammer
I sleep with a firearm nearby and ready in case of an emergency.

Fuck watching the TV I'm watching the camera
I am constantly cautious and alert of those around me, and monitor with surveillance cameras instead of relying on television for entertainment.

I'm paranoid high than a hawk
I am extremely vigilant and alert, with a heightened sense of suspicion for all those I encounter.

You broke and it ain't my fault
You are struggling financially, and it is not my responsibility to solve your problems.

I need it all, I told ya dog, I been running atlas
I have a strong desire to achieve every goal I set, and constantly strive for success in every area of my life.

I'm gutta forever, I fuck on a thot then go fuck an actress
Despite my success and wealth, I remain connected to my origins and engage in both high and low culture experiences.

Then I find out you been lying about all the shit you say in your raps
I have discovered that you are dishonest about your life experiences and lyricism in your music.

I put the hood on the map, I put the hood on the map
My music has received widespread recognition and acclaim, bringing attention to my neighborhood and its residents.

My young nigga just caught a double, they tryna give him the chair
A young individual associated with me has committed a serious crime and is now facing the death penalty.

Block nigga, war time, keep a Glock wit 'em
I reside in an impoverished area with high rates of crime, and therefore carry a Glock firearm for my own protection.

Future Biggie, I'm Pac nigga
I aspire to be a prolific rap artist like The Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac Shakur.

Dropping bars in a pop nigga
I am capable of producing hip hop music with a pop twist, able to appeal to a wider audience.

Appeal money free Aok nigga
My money is legitimate and legal, and I am not being investigated or pursued by authorities for financial misconduct.

I love designer not rap nigga
I have a strong attraction to luxury fashion items, rather than traditional hip hop gear.

Diamond water like tap nigga
I have access to an abundant supply of expensive diamond-encrusted jewelry, as if it were a normal household resource.

Fed listening they tap nigga
Government agencies are monitoring my communications through electronic surveillance and wiretapping methods.

No green just Act nigga
I do not consume marijuana, only codeine cough syrup mixed with soda and ice.

Never got shot but I put da pole to work
Despite never being a victim of gun violence, I carry a firearm for self-defense purposes.

Chopper got a kick back I hope dat yo shoulder work
If I ever need to use my firearm, I hope the recoil does not harm my shoulder and impair my ability to use it again.

Young killas 15 and you know I mold 'em first
I am responsible for shaping and guiding the younger generation in my community, even those as young as 15 years old.

Free 22, 38 years the state had told 'em first
One of my associates, who was imprisoned for 38 years, has been released from jail, but another 22-year-old is currently incarcerated.

Spot 'em, got 'em, yeah yeah
I have identified potential threats, taken action, and dealt with them accordingly.

I'm a problem, yeah yeah
I am a source of conflict and unease to those who oppose me.

This my city, hell yeah
I am proud of my hometown and feel a strong sense of ownership and loyalty to it.

And my killers ain't playin' here
My associates and I take our security and reputation seriously, and will not hesitate to use deadly force if necessary.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: NAYVADIUS WILBURN, DURK D. BANKS, JOSHUA HOWARD LUELLEN

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